Confessions of a Pole-oholic

High heels at Surry Hills had a sale at Bobbis yesterday afternoon, usually I'm pretty good at resisting temptation but when I saw these babies how could I say no? Since they were in my size and fit like a glove I took it as a sign that they had to be mine and now I don't want to take them off!!! I also justified the purchase because they were $30 off and I haven't bought any new pole shoes since February and I broke a pair last week and another pair that I have are almost dead to. Merry Christmas to me!! 7 inch Leopard Print shoes by Karos Shoes. Karos Shoes Website Billie xxx

I remember the first time I ever did a no handed Jamilla (cradle) and how much pain it caused. I swore I'd never do it again, 12 months later I decided to give it another go and surprisingly it didn't hurt and I've been in love with them ever since.  There aren't many girls at Bobbis that like the tummy grip so I usually just play around with stuff on my own, until now! I've finally found someone that loves them just as much (possibly even more) as me!! WOOHOO!!  This morning Jaxie and I decided to play around with a few things, I taught her a new move that was in my Miss Pole routine, that seems to be really popular at the moment. We also got it on video!! I don't know the name of the move so if you know what it's called let me know! Then I worked on the no handed Jamilla into left leg horizontal split (jade split on the left). I had it last year but when I tried it again a couple of weeks ago I failed. Today I figured out what I was doing wrong

If you're in Australia you need to pick up your diary, calendar, iPhone whatever and put a reminder in there for the 24th January 2013! Because on this day the documentary Blood, Sweat and Sequins will be aired on SBS. Blood, Sweat and Sequins follows Chelle Hafner, Cleo and Miss Filly as they prepare to compete for the title of Miss Pole Dance Australia 2012. The trailer looks amazing, giving you a glimpse into the lives and training schedules of some of Australia's best pole dancers.  You can watch the trailer  HERE Billie xxx

The night of nights on the Aussie Pole dancing calendar has been and gone and OMG what a night it was!! Its been just over a week since the final, I would have posted this sooner but for some reason my lap top has been very uncooperative.  Nothing beats the atmosphere at the Enmore theatre on MPDA Finals night, you can practically see the excitement in the air (in my head it's all glitter), everyone in the audience is buzzing discussing who they can't wait to see perform and who they think will win. This year I actually went in with a list in my head of 7 or 8 of the finalists that I thought might take the title, I honestly couldn't pick one clear favourite. Even after all the girls had competed I still couldn't decide between about 5 of them. I really don't envy the judges it would have to be one of the hardest jobs in the world! Judges Bobbi didn't disappoint with the opening number, once again another spectacular start to the night, I think it&#

It's coming up to that time of year again (how did that happen I swear it was August yesterday!) and it's time to start getting organised for Christmas! Most people I know have already started their Christmas shopping, I, on the other hand as usual am completely unorganised. Not only that, I have no idea what to get anyone! I have a list as long as my arm of things I want though!  I had a sneaky word with Santa toady and along with my super list of pieces from Black Milk that I want (If you don't know what black milk is you've been pretty much living under a rock! click  HERE  and enjoy all the nylon awesomeness! I and I know many other polers that have black milk addictions!) I've also asked for this: Santa has assured me that it will be waiting under the tree for me!! WOOHOO!!! I can't wait to see what's inside it! I love the idea of a Pole Goal Diary!!  The diary has: Diary Week to View Layout with Notes Section A dedicated Goals Section to

If you're in Sydney and want to see some amazing pole dancers then look no further than POLECATS! They will be performing at Sydney Opera House from 20th to 24th November.  The cast includes current Pole Candy Semi Pro Champion Sam Williams, and finalists from last years Miss Pole Dance Australia and X-Pole Ambassadors   Bailey Hart and Carlie Hunter (I know all these girls and not only are they awesome on the pole they're really cool chicks as well so go and support them!) I've seen some photos on instagram and they've been working hard and it looks like it's going to be a pretty incredible show! Visit the  Sydney Opera House Website  to book tickets now! Billie xxx

Congratulations Porsche!! I'll post more about the Final later!!! Photo By Chris Misztur Photo By Chris Misztur

Here it is kids!! My routine from the Miss Pole Dance Australia NSW Heats! Hope you like it! Billie xxx

but first things first.. yes I know I haven't posted in a while, I'm sorry :( I've been busy with work and life over the last few weeks and when I do get a free minute I've made the most of the opportunity to just be lazy  relax. I promise I'll try and be better and post more.  Anyway back to the real reason I'm here!! IT'S ALMOST POLE-MAS (for us Aussies that is!)!!! Saturday night is the final for Miss Pole Dance Australia 2013 and everyone is getting excited! International guests have arrived and all the girls from the other states are Sydney bound!  The main reason I'm excited, apart from seeing a whole bunch of amazing pole shows, is I think this year the title is anyones. In my opinion there is no clear favourite to win, and with so many amazing girls competing I think it's going to be one of the best competitions yet!  If I can remember I'm going to tweet throughout the show! (the excitement may take over me and I may forget!)

on Marlo Fisken. One of my friends posted the link to this video on Facebook  I've watched it a few times, it's so beautiful and fluid and gorgeous...  Click here to watch it on YouTube Billie xxx

I'm going to be a very busy girl on the 3rd November, not only am I performing at the Halloween Party Charity Event but I'll also be performing at The McGrath Foundation Charity Event at Sefton Playhouse!!  100% of the Door takings and Bar Sales will be going to the McGrath Foundation!! There will also be raffles and live auctions!! Purchase your tickets  HERE!! Billie xxx

Looking for an awesome way to celebrate Halloween? Then you should really come to this!! Not only will you have a great night but you'll be supporting some awesome animal charities!!  To purchase tickets email giragol@gmail.com Did I mention there will be some awesome pole shows?? (including me!! WOOHOO!!)

WOOHOO!! Newly crowned USPD Champion Michelle Stanek is coming to Sydney for Miss Pole Dance Australia and will be running two Master Class' at Bobbis the day after!! Can't wait to book in for this! Looks like it's going to be a lot of fun!! At this stage I have no idea if she'll be running Master Classes at any other studios but if I find out I'll let you know!! Billie xxx

The US Pole Dance Championship was held in New York over the weekend! I wish I was there but I will have to settle for watching the routines on Youtube! Speaking of which here is winner Michelle Staneks routine from the Optional Round.. it is incredible!  Michelle will be the guest performer at the Miss Pole Dance Australia Final in November this year and will also be doing workshops at Bobbis Pole Studio (I can't wait!!) Billie xxx

Here is a new freestyle video by Bobbi... breathtaking.  Billie xxx

I have a few pole idols, and they all have one thing in common (apart from being awesome), they're all really fluid dancers. Dancing with seamless transitions is one of my big goals and anyone who can pull it of is amazing in my books. One of these idols in particular is Alethea Austin, I love watching her dance, not just on the pole but her floor work as well. I find it completely mesmerising. Today Alethea uploaded a video to youtube that is what she does to warm up, it is, in my opinion, breathtaking. Free standing elbow stands, body rolls the works. No one rolls around on the floor like Alethea Austin! I've vowed to work harder on my floor work so that I stop doing the same thing over and over again, as well as my elbow stands. I've never really been to fussed about learning how to do it until watching Alethea's video! I'm feeling super motived and inspired right now so thank you Alethea!! Here's the video if you want to watch it!! (of course you do!

So pretty much as soon as I walked off stage after my routine at MPD I've done nothing but eat, and eat crap (well for about 2 weeks). For about the last week and a bit I've been eating better , with the odd slip up here and there (who can say no to birthday cake?). Lately though, I've been noticing how absolutely gross I feel, I know why, because it always happens after I eat something high in carbs, like bread or white rice, or sugar. Seriously I ate so much sugar on Sunday and I've never felt so sick so quickly. I've come to my own conclusion that while I love carbs, my body doesn't. So here starts project cut out the carbs! Not only so I can loose weight but so I can feel better too, I hate feeling gross, but most of all I hate feeling sick. I've been telling a friend of mine how much I admire her body, that I love that she is toned and fit but still looks like a woman. And she keeps telling me, cut out the carbs, eat lots of protein. So here I am,

The year is almost over  (well we're three quarters of the way through it practically)!! It seems as though the year is just flying by!!  Bookings at Bobbis for the final term of the year opened today (or if you're a VIP bookings opened yesterday), and Christmas party plans are in full swing and there seems to be lots going on in the Pole World here in Aus (well Sydney to be exact) BadAzz Workshop On the 13th of October BadAzz will be at Bobbis for a workshop so if you want to learn some really cool tricks book into that one! It's $85 and goes from 3.30 til 5pm. I won't be able to make it... I'll be to busy getting ready for  my date with Adam Levine  the Maroon 5 Concert! Woohoo!!                                                              Chole for Charity If, like me, you haven't tried out Chole yet and want to give it a go while supporting a great cause then grab a friend, your favourite animal print outfit and book into Bob

Okay I'm really really excited about this, not only because I've watched Cleo train and work on this project but because it's just simply amazing (yes I got a sneak peek this morning when I got up for work and let me tell you it was totally worth almost missing my train for work for) take a seat, and get ready (and if you can make sure you watch this on a decent size screen, a phone screen isn't going to do it justice) Congrats Hurri!!! all your hard work paid off and the end result is incredible  Billie xxx

Or as I like to call it Pole-mas! Where pole dancers all over Australia make their way to the Enmore Theatre to worship and give thanks for the creation of pole dancing! Tickets are on sale now!! If you haven't got yours yet then get on to Ticketek  now!! The finals are on the 10th November (a Saturday so no need to rush after work YAY!!)  This years finalists are: Singles Ruby - WA Chelle - QLD Amber - NSW Rosie - SA Kristy Sellers - VIC Lou Landers - VIC Miss Filly - VIC Jedda - NSW Porsche - NSW Brooke - NSW Stacey - NSW Jacinta - WA Fontaine - VIC Lisa - VIC Shimmy - NSW Doubles Enchanted - QLD Bella/Pheonix - NSW Policious/Baby Dolly Pole - VIC Absynthe - QLD I'm really excited about the finals as per usual and to be honest this is probably the first time that I can't pick someone who I think will be a clear winner! I have my favourites of course but I think this year it's anyones game!! Good luck to all the fi