Hey there! I’m Jade Thompson, your friendly neighborhood ex-stripper turned pole fitness expert. And before you ask – yes, I’ve heard all the jokes.

The Plot Twist

Picture this: It’s 2014, I’m 22, and I’m telling my mom I’m “just dancing to pay for college.” Fast forward through dropped classes, countless nights on stage in Vegas, and one very awkward family Thanksgiving dinner – turns out dancing would actually become my real career, just not quite how anyone expected.

The Transformation

After 8+ years of performing (and dealing with every possible pole disaster you can imagine), I realized something: the most exciting part of my night wasn’t the tips or the attention – it was helping other dancers nail their tricks and choose safe equipment. Who knew my obsession with pole stability and proper mounting techniques would turn into a legit career? (My high school guidance counselor definitely didn’t see this one coming.)

Why I’m Here

Jade Thompson

These days, I’ve traded in my 8-inch platforms for training shoes, and instead of club music, I’m usually jamming to podcast episodes about fitness entrepreneurship. Plot twist: turns out all those years of dealing with sketchy club equipment and emergency 3 AM pole maintenance actually gave me a PhD in “Things That Can Go Wrong With Dance Poles” (not an actual degree, but it should be).

What I Do Now

I’m on a mission to help people:

  • Choose poles that won’t try to unalive them
  • Set up their equipment without destroying their home
  • Build strength and confidence through pole fitness
  • Avoid all the mistakes I made (and trust me, there were many)

My Philosophy

Pole fitness isn’t just about strength or flexibility – it’s about feeling powerful in your own skin. Whether you’re a complete beginner or a seasoned athlete, everyone deserves safe, quality equipment to practice on. No sketchy Amazon poles, no questionable installations, no 2 AM panic attacks about ceiling stability.

The Real Deal

I keep it real here. No sugar coating, no BS, just straight talk about what works, what doesn’t, and what might actually send you to the emergency room. If you’re looking for someone to tell you that $99 pole from a random website is “probably fine,” I’m not your girl. But if you want honest advice about investing in your safety and success, you’re in the right place.

Fun Facts Because Why Not

  • Years in the industry: 10+
  • Poles I’ve installed: 500+ (and counting)
  • Emergency pole repairs performed: Too many
  • Sketchy Amazon poles I’ve talked people out of buying: Literally hundreds
  • Times I’ve heard “But can’t I just start with a cheap one?”: ∞
  • Coffee needed to write this about page: Several

Let’s Connect

While I don’t do one-on-one consulting anymore (turns out there are only so many hours in a day), I’m here to share everything I know about choosing and using safe pole fitness equipment. Browse around, check out the guides, and remember – life’s too short for wobbly poles.

Stay safe and spin on!

-Jade

P.S. Yes, my mom is finally proud. Turns out helping people get fit is more impressive than my original career path. Who knew?

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