Please see below a list of Frequently Asked Questions. If your question is not there, please email us with your query on: info@vivavertical.com
1. I have never done this kind of dance before, can I still join?
Viva: If you have no medical conditions (health, heart, injuries and surgeries) and are between the age of 16-69, yes of course you can join - regardless of your background. If you are over the age of 69, a consultation with your local GP is advised before embarking on physical activities. Viva Vertical Pole Dancing classes comprises of total body conditioning, meaning it is designed to teach you dance skills and improve fitness levels even if you have not danced or even been to a gym before.
2. I am not slim, can I still pole dance?
Viva: You dont need to be fit to pole dance, you pole dance to be fit. Short answer: Yes.
3. What is the difference between FitPole and ExoticPole?
Viva: See Class Descriptions
4. For fresh new beginners, which (FitPole or ExoticPole) should I join?
Viva: We recommend ExoticPole to first get yourself familiarised with the dance pole.
5. How do I sign up for this?
Viva: If you reside in Malaysia contact LOLA via SMS +60162096997 to book and confirm your slot. If you call and it reverts to voicemail please leave an SMS with your name and query. We normally are teaching classes, therefore are unable to answer the phone.
If you reside in Hong Kong contact VEE via email info@vivavertical.com to book and confirm your slot.
6. What do I wear?
Viva: Short sleeve exercise tops, above the knee exercise shorts. The tighter fitting the material the easier it is to move around the pole with. Please DO NOT use lotion or oils on your skin the night before or day of your class as wheny ou sweat the lotion and oil will interfere with your grip on the pole.
7. What are the fees like?
Viva: Rates vary depending on city. I will list down KL beginner rates here, for other cities please email info@vivavertical.com and we will give you a more relevant breakdown.
KL BEGINNER RATES: RM50 (per session), RM160 (4week course), RM300 (8week course)
8. Can pole dancing help me loose weight?
Viva: With a consistent balanced nutrition and exercise program (Viva Vertical Pole Dancing Classes 3-5 sessions per week), yes it is possible to reach your fitness goals.
9. Does Viva Vertical do events/performances…?
Viva: Yes, Viva Vertical can organise events and perform at events. Events Viva Vertical co-organised: Biotherm Celluli Campaign, Clorets Dark Secret Campaign, Golden Pacific Pole Dancing Campaign. Events Viva Vertical performed: Nike, Nokia, Samsung, LG, Kenwood, to name a few.
To book Viva Vertical Pole Leader Troupe for your event, or if you need help with organising a campaign or event (friends birthday, bachorette, party) email: events@vivavertical.com.
10. Can guys to pole dancing too?
Viva: Yes, we have a troupe of guys called the Viva Hunks who regularlyshowcase at events (Nike, Nokia, Singapore Summit). They all started by taking regular FitPole and CirquePole classes in KL with Viva Vertical. To view what men look like pole dancing, watch these links - Pole dancing is only for girls? Think again… http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PuK88Z1vp-A&feature=related