Author: Kash Sunthramoorthy
Samantha Star combines her knowledge of pole, gymnastics, yoga, and hand balance to be a dynamic performer and informative instructor. She believes perfecting the fundamentals is the best way to gain strength and coordination to achieve a higher level of fitness and grace. By focusing on technique and core, she helps students attain a solid platform with which they can achieve confidence, strength and power. Samantha teaches at Body & Pole in NYC and also travels the world to perform, compete, judge, and teach workshops.
TIER: PROFESSIONAL
Instructor at Body & Pole
Competitions
1st Place PSO Atlantic APC 2019
3rd Place PSO Nationals 2019
6th Place - POSA Worlds 2018
2nd Place - USPSF (Qualifier for POSA Worlds) 2018
2nd Place - Pole -a - Palooza 2018
1st Place - Pole -a- Palooza 2017
2nd Place - Pole Olympia 2016
3rd Place - USPSF (Qualifier for IPSAF Worlds) 2016
3rd Place - USPSF (Qualifier for IPSF Worlds) 2015
2nd Place - Australian Pole Fitness Championship 2015
1st Place - IDSA World Pole Dance Championship of Sports Standard (China) 2014 2nd Place - Pole Championship Series 2014
1st Place - Women’s Division - Pole Classic at Pole Expo 2013
4th Place - Nationals Pro/ Level 4 Championship - Pole Sport Organization 2013 2nd Place - Atlantic Level 4 Championship - Pole Sport Organization 2013
3rd Place - National Elite Division - Midwest Pole Dance Competition 2012
APFA Pole Athlete of the year 2012
Continuing Education
Xpert
Yoga Meridian Therapy - Science of Self 2019
FRC Certification
elevatED L1, L2 Pole - elevatED L1 Flex Power Monkey Fitness - Ring Thing
KT Coates
AFAA Group Fitness
200hr Yoga Teacher Training: Back Bay Yoga
Performances
Secret Circus 2019
Let them Eat Cake - 2018
USPSF Regionals 2018
Filthy Pony 2018
Halloween show at Body & Pole 2018
Showtime - an immersive circus at Body & Pole 2018 The Wall Art Openings at Body & Pole 2017, 2018 Mountain Pole Camp 2017, 2018
Pole Convention - 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019 Schtick a Pole In It - NYC 2013, 2014, 2015, 2018 SoSi - An AERA production NYC -2016
Pole Show La - 2014, 2015, 2016
Pole Expo - Las Vegas 2015
Pole Revolution - 2015
Aerial AllStars Australia 2015
Arnold Australia 2015
Gravity First - Fifth Edition 2014
Pole Expo - Pole Star Showcase 2014
Arnold Classic - Arnold Sports Festival 2014
Live Dancing Girls - Nashville, Tn 2014
La Gente - An AERA production - Nyc 2013
The privilege of being granted an X-POLE athlete status is one that is relished by many within the pole & aerial industry. Already, with a number of world renowned stars & champions enrolled on the development program, we are delighted to launch this program & welcome you to the X-POLE family. We strongly advise you to review the contents of the Athlete Program & submit your application for the relevant category.
The core goals of the Development Team are to:
• Nurture and stimulate the career development of new talent
• Track and highlight upcoming athletes for their skills, acumen and delivery
• Advise and mentor athletes to help them achieve career satisfaction
• Deliver the finest set of athletes that this world has seen
Athlete Application
For anyone wishing to apply to become an X-POLE Athlete
Welcome to the Golden Age of Aerials! 3Sixty Dance and Fitness is bringing the Glitter, Glam and Glitz of Hollywood to life in their 10th Anniversary extravaganza. Join us for a night among our Star Performers as they dance through the air. Watch our performers dazzle with aerial performances on pole, aerial hoop and silks. Lights. Cameras. Action!
3Sixty's 10th Anniversary Showcase: Golden Glitz
June 7, 2019
SCHEDULE
7:00 PM: Doors Open
7:30 PM: Showtime
General admission seating, Swag Lottery from our generous sponsors, and celebratory After Party!
FOR MORE INFO, PLEASE VISIT:
https://3sixtydanceandfitness.com/showcase/
https://meridiancentrepointe.com/en/events_tickets/june2019/golden_glitz/index.htm
Greta Pontarelli is 68 year old pole artist. She has won 8 World Pole Art and Pole Sport Masters Championships, all while in her sixties, despite being challenged with severe Hip Osteoarthritis. Her latest win was this February in Florence where she captured championship just months after a dual hip replacement.
Greta was born with a slight internal rotation of the hips, which, along with years of gymnastics, before they required spring floors, destroyed her cartilage. She fought surgery for years and sought alternative treatments which bought her time, but ultimately she had to move forward with total replacements for both hips.
As Greta prepared for her surgeries, she started working on her piece "Finding the Blessings in the Ashes." It was based on the archetype of transformation that occurs in a forest fire which is needed for many sprouts to germinate and grow. This archetype relates to our lives and empowers us to use challenges as a thrusting block for growth. When Greta finished training on the pole, she frequently went into the forest to connect with the spirit of the trees so she could authentically tell its story. She watched the flames of the fire and spent time attuning herself to it. When Greta looked at the video of the fire choreography, she saw the fire but wasn't feeling hot so back to the fire she went to fully capture its essence. She continued to visualize the choreography while in bed recovering from multiple surgeries. It was when she pushed through moments of pain that the transforming effect of fire came to life. Greta learned that challenges can be an unexpected gift.
So often we stop short of the finish line or give up when success is just around the corner. Many times we don't begin because we believe what we want to achieve is not even possible. It is still a bit surreal to Greta that she has won 8 World Championships, because she almost gave up after her first class. She was somewhat discouraged because she couldn't begin to get up the pole. It was after competing in America Ninja Warrior and learning she was the oldest person to ever attempt the course that her mission was set in motion. Greta thought “where is everyone else?” and was motivated to push through her self-imposed boundaries to give visibility to her message. Soon the stage became her platform and inspiring the lives of others became far more important than the medals.
We have now launched our 4th generation XPERT poles with X-Lock technology.
What is the difference between the XPERT NX and XPERT Pro PX poles?
Watch the video to understand the improvements and learn more.
We even had owner of Pole & Performing Art Myss Angie, the organization that creates variety shows, the Minnesota pole Competitions, the Land of Lakes Pole Dance Festival, and more events around the Twin Cities review our new XPERT Pro.
LOLPoleFest Post Recap.
Polers and fans gathered in the Bold North to express body positivity and the love for pole dance and community at the Land of Lakes Pole Dance Festival and Minnesota Pole Competitions January 18-20th, 2019. The weekend-long event included free seminars from Dr. Misty Rose, Vertical Art Athletics, and workshops from stars such as Phoenix Kazree, Michelle Mynx, and Jordan Mazur, to name a few.
The Friday night 18+ Classic Exotic night welcomed guests with a celebration of the sensual side of pole. Attendees could take a free Sexy Pole 101 from Dollhouse Pole Dance Studio or attend a lecture, “Make Sex Great Again,” with Courtney Padjen before settling down for pole star performances and MNPC Classic Exotic division competitors.
Saturday was an all-day affair that included pole star workshops, seminars, free beginner workshops from Knockout Bodies Studio and Expertease Fitness, vendor shopping, and more. The MNPC continued on from Novice to Semi-Pro with categories such as: Artistic Dance, Performance Theater, and Pole Sport.
Then, Saturday evening the professional MN Pole Star Championship and national PCS qualifier event crowned its winner and sent them on to Ohio in March (Tynesha B succeeded by Sierin).
Mark your calendar for next year’s event in Saint Paul. Minnesota January 17-19, 2020. Registration for competitors and performers opens in June 2019! Follow Myss Angie (IG @myss.angie) & Pole and Performing Art (IG @poleandperformingart) and don’t miss a thing by signing up for newsletters on the web: www.myssangie.com & www.poleandperformingart.com
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RuPaul’s DragCon is the only place to kiki with your favorite drag queens and stars all under one roof! Come through and meet your faves, snap a selfie, and rub shoulders with your favorite queens – at DragCon it is RuPaul’s Best Friends Race!
At RuPaul's DragCon, they welcome fans of all ages! From the Kids Zone, to the Runway, to the panels, they have activities that anyone can enjoy whether you come to meet your favorite queen or express your best self.
We have now launched our 4th generation XPERT poles with X-Lock technology.
What is the difference between the XPERT NX and XPERT Pro PX poles?
Watch the video to understand the improvements and learn more.
We even had owner of Pole & Performing Art Myss Angie, the organization that creates variety shows, the Minnesota pole Competitions, the Land of Lakes Pole Dance Festival, and more events around the Twin Cities review our new XPERT Pro.
The Lake Pole Camp will be held in the magical setting of Lake Atitlan, Guatemala, one of the most beautiful lakes in the world which is surrounded by 3 enchanting extinct volcanoes. We have 2 attendance options available for this year, from the 6th -13th of April, and from the 6th -13th of July.
There are a limited number of spots available for July and that April has fully sold out. The Lake Pole Camp is proud to have some of the most respected names in Pole Dance in attendance as instructors for our camp, namely Marion Crampe, Natasha Wang, Gaby Borrayo, Natalia Tatarintseva and Phoenix Kazree. These 5 superstars of Pole Dance will give workshops catering for all levels.
For more information please visit: https://www.yourpolecamp.com




