u/Certain-Drop-3054

Hi everyone! I’m pole dancing newbie and could use some advice from more experienced dancers here 💃

The problem is that my skin (mainly on the legs) hurts SO BAD when it’s touching the pole. It feels like burn, and it’s red and irritated after the class, with small bruises :(

Because of that I can’t do many elements on the pole, when I have to fix my position with legs. Other girls in my class seem to be okay with it, and many of them (even newbies) can progress quite quickly, while I’m stuck with this skin problem.

P.s. during the class I sweat a lot, maybe my skin is wet and that’s the problem? Like it sticks to the pole too much and then hurths when it’s pulled. Should I try something that will make my skin more dry?

Thanks a lot!!