The latest exercise craze has made it’s way from the West Coast to Urbana Dance Studio: “exotic dance”. Specifically stripper pole dancing.
Exotic dancing – specifically pole dancing – for fitness is a new way for women to feel fit, sexy and empowered, according to Tammy Frazier, owner of A Pole New You. Frazier founded the pole-dancing instruction company last year in Frederick after becoming intrigued by the idea of teaching exotic dance techniques to ‘‘everyday women.”
‘‘It’s different, needless to say. … It’s a different way to enjoy fitness activities and time to create memories with friends. That, all in all, is what the draw is,” she said.
Potential customers shouldn’t feel put off by the curriculum, she said. The only stripping one would be likely to see during class would be if someone gets too hot while exercising and needs to doff her sweatshirt.
As class sizes declined after a year in Frederick, Frazier se (sic) decided to look for a new location. She chose Urbana, and classes began at the studio Saturday.
If stripper dancing is not your thing, you can try belly dancing classes at 24/7 Dance Studio on Prospect Blvd. There are different levels of classes from beginner to “performance prep” as well as private lessons.
If you are a fan of the show Dancing with the Stars, you may have considered taking ballroom dance lessons. Never fear…ballroom dance is here at Ballroom Dance in Frederick, located on Grove Road.
Have you heard of any other themed exercise classes? Or have you tried any of these types of classes and would like to share your experience with them? If so, please leave a comment.
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