Lady Katherine: A Blog With a Touch o Sass

2011-12-16T05:21:00.000-08:00

Thank you Keighla, reporter with the Eagan Patch for this awesome article on our studio and our grand opening tomorrow - she stopped by Tuesday for an interview. Had some great, creative questions. Keighla is a graduate of the UWRF - in journalism of course! Happy Friday and see you tomorrow in Eagan!

http://eagan.patch.com/articles/lady-katherine-fitness-studio-centers-on-pole-dancing#photo-8717307

2011-12-15T04:13:00.000-08:00

ID tags are here - each student gets one to put on their key chain and scan themselves in for class - quicker check in and plus they are cute :)

2011-12-12T17:32:00.000-08:00

You can be a contestant in our Biggest Improver Weight Loss Contest! Some friendly competition goes a long way - our winner last year lost 21 inches, 24 lbs in 12 weeks and won over $500! This is a proven program that will work for you! Why? It's supportive, structured and competitive - and designed by experts in the nutrition, health & well-being fields. Be a contestant - it's only $25 entry fee and all Lady Katherine students are eligible. We cover the topics of detox, protein, eating wholesome & balanced, body wraps, how supplements can support your weight loss, hormones for weight loss and more! Join us eginning the week of 1/9/12 for classes, first weigh in is week of 1/23/12.

Las Vegas Pole Dance Styling

2011-11-14T17:53:00.001-08:00

Got back early this morning from a 4 day quick trip to Las Vegas. It wasn't a work trip for a change - just having fun with friends and fam. We rented a motorcycle and went into Utah and Arizonia - absolutely beautiful country!

I noticed how there were poles everywhere - starting with the tram from the airport to baggage claim. I found myself doing flirts and hip circles but a frown from my husband brought me back into context.

There were poles in restaurants, at the casinos, in the clubs - t-shirts sported ladies next to or on poles too! It was like being at my studio with my own corral of 15 poles - or at home with my collection of 4 poles. Funny thing was no one was using the poles - they were sad and empty and off limits to 'guests' (me). I guess I never felt far from home, but it sure was good to get back home to my own poles and I danced on every single one of them today - because I could!

Pole Dance Certification = bruises, burns and welts!

2011-11-06T15:20:00.000-08:00

Wow what a week-end! Friday was new Team Teacher Training 5-10pm; Pole Dance Instructor Certification levels 1-4 on Saturday 10-6pm; and back again for levels 5 & 6 today - 10-3:30pm;

It is NOT all sassy, dancey fun - it's hard work and repeating spins over and over until you get it - and inevitably you also get - bruises, burns and welts! Bruises - where? inner thighs, knees, calves, feet. Burns from the pole - where? inner thighs and worst of all - armpits! Welts? Well bruises and burns can change into welts, but on top of feet and armpits were the most popular spots.

Does this happen when you take pole fitness classes or do a party - NO!!!! Don't want to scare you, but when you are training for up to 8 hours and then testing - bring some advil.

Congrats to all the ladies who successfully certified this week-end. Proud of you!

Katherine

Booty shorts or yoga pants?

2011-10-28T06:34:00.000-07:00

Let me start by saying that we love and accept you no matter what - BUT - I do get asked frequently what is best to wear for pole dancing - booty shorts or yoga pants? If the mere term 'booty shorts' gives you chills leave them at home - no worries! But in totally practical terms - unless we are climbing and inverting in class yoga pants are best. Why? The fabric covering your legs allows you to slide and glide around the pole without your legs sticking and getting burns. Booty shorts, especially the shortest of short styles expose your 'thigh flesh' that is a helpful tool for sticking to the pole, making sitting, standing, and certain tricks much much easier. In the end it is all about personal preference and comfort level but since you asked, that's my opinion! xoxo Katherine

Mpls Pole Dance Studio - colors?

2011-10-26T20:28:00.000-07:00

In Hudson we have lime green and purple walls. Sounds odd but it works super good. I've seen a deep blue used in studios recently and am thinking of using that. If we have darker wood on the floor that would be very rich and inviting. It's harder decorating and choosing colors for a commercial space than at home which surprises me, but at home I only have myself to think of and in the studio there are hundreds of women with different tastes to consider - want it to feel like home to all of them!

Eagan Site - a big rectangle! can fit 20+ poles :)

2011-10-23T07:08:00.000-07:00

Yesterday my contractor (who is also my husband :) his crew and I went to the Eagan space to begin figuring out where everything is going to go. I'm not a visual person when it comes to this so it was helpful to have Mike and Terry there. The most exciting part to me is that we will have at least 20 poles and 5 TRX stations - the lobby will be warm, welcoming and spacious, we will have lots of room for inventory, something we do NOT have in Hudson, and a beautiful changing room.

I cannot wait to bring this beautiful form of fitness to the ladies in and around Eagan. I know other studios offer it in that suburb but everyone does it different and it's all good!!!!

2011-10-18T06:35:00.000-07:00

This week we are ending another 6 week session, and even after 2 1/2 years I find myself reflecting and feeling a bit sad that the 6 weeks are over. I change the routine and exercises in every class every 6 weeks - from pole dance to abs & booty to make sure that students get the best possible workout and challenge every time. But during the 6 weeks I find that I get attached emotionally to the routine, the moves, the place students go in class - it's funny how ladies have 'their' poles. Kind of like school or church, they get to class early to stake out their fav pole before someone else does. The pole by the door and pole by the fan are the most popular.

I enjoy too the synergy that develops within each class - often the ladies already know each other, and it warms my heart to see how quickly and easily they accept and integrate newbies into their fold. They are so in love with what we do and represent that they can't wait to share and engage others - it's a beautiful thing!

Well next on my to-do list is designing routines for next week - something that always helps me get excited about the upcoming and ease the transition from the outgoing. Remember you are beautiful and perfect. xoxo Katherine

Wow moments during workshop today...

2011-10-16T15:52:00.000-07:00

When I have new ladies in the studio it's important to me that they understand why I do what I do, and how I got started. That it was a passionate, compelling force outside of me that initiated and drove the whole thing and I was a (sometimes) unwilling participant! Today 2 ladies shared with me very powerful stories, different yet similiar, of how the enviornment of unconditional support and acceptance, coupled with the freeing movement we do has enabled them to break free, heal and integrate who they are as women, wives, mothers. It's hearing these stories that puts the pieces of the puzzle together regarding why I was driven to create Lady Katherine and continue to nurture and spread our mission. Remember you ARE beautiful and loved. xoxo Katherine

Opening in Eagan - Grand Opening is Sat. 12/17 11am -6pm

2011-10-15T12:30:00.000-07:00

Eagan Open House Just Announced!!!

Yes we are official - the free mini class schedule is posted on our class page, sign up soon - they are filling up already! Our studio is at 4178 Pilot Knob Rd., corner of Diffley & Pilot Knob.

Our grand opening will feature valuable prize giveaways, free mini classes, free glitter tattoos, special one day promos, fun, surprises & more! Invite your friends and join us.

Ultimate Bachlorette party experience

2011-10-15T11:49:00.000-07:00

This morning I met a group of 7 lovely ladies at the Residence Inn in Edina, MN. They had won the ultimate bachlorette party sponsored by KDWB & GO2Wed. I wasn't sure what to expect, had exchanged one email with the group. They were checking into their rooms when I arrived and I asked them to change into shorts or workout pants and meet me in the party room.

They came in unsure of what they were getting into - but after we did a short warm-up we started rocking some hip circles, chair dance moves and sassy walks around the room. They were still giggling nervously and then started to smile and get into it. We did some exotic moves on the floor and ended with a full routine and free style.

It once again demonstrated how moving in the natural, flowing way we women are designed to move will open up the pathways to inner beauty, confidence and acceptance of self and others. We gave hugs all around after only 30 minutes and they were whisked off by limo for a fun filled day.

I cherish the time we spent together and the experience of this morning.

Booty Pop Anxiety

2011-10-14T11:55:00.000-07:00

Okay so I'm prepping for our annual Witchy Woman Workshop being held this Sunday 10/16/11. We are stripping out of knee high stockings and an elastic waist skirt and I have a KILLER routine to share with the ladies. Problem is, at the end we do a booty pop - and well, I have nothing to pop. Sure my axx is firm, round, shapely but so damn athletic it will not shake/rattle/roll for nothing! I went to a booty pop workshop in June and promised myself I'd master the pop, drive, shake and blast but have not been diligent. Forgive me dear students if I ask you to do what I say, not what my booty does on Sunday! See you then. xoxo Katherine

Big Butts are Trendy - and if you don't have it, there's always kleenex!

Witchy Woman Workshop - routine 2011

2011-10-14T11:27:00.000-07:00

Thank you for dancing with me! The song we dance to was "Witchy Woman" from the Bewitched soundtrack and it is available on i-tunes.

Set-up: chair is facing audience; you are 5 steps behind chair to the left of chair back, hands on hips and witch hat on!

-4 counts of hip dips each side

-hands go to raise hat, 4 hip circles as you raise hat high off your head

-left hand to the side (empty) right hand to the side with hat- drop hat, both hands on hips

-2 hip dips on right, hold

-4 flower petal turns around

-2 cross steps, on step out so your right side is facing front, wiggle for 4 counts running hands down body

-lean back, right hand on chair back, left hand raises gracefully overhead, bend knees for a dip

-come back up, left leg forward and right forward so you are facing front, legs wider than hip width

-1 full body circle, figure 8s, hip circles

-step left foot in front of chair, right meets it, circle to sitting on chair

-reach down to feet, up to knees with hair flip

-open right knee wide, then left, full body circle, 2 chest circles

-push right leg to right, knee bent, extend left leg straight, stroke down to left foot

-raise right foot into the air, remove sock, stroke sock on leg, throw to side

-left foot comes up into air with right, right hand goes to floor as you lean back onto chair seat

-one swoop and 2 triangle legs

-sit up, right leg way to right, then left leg joins, left leg straight, stroke down

-lift left leg up, remove sock, stroke and toss

-both hands on chair seat, both legs on floor, pump opening and closing knees, figure 8 pump

-place knees to right, stand up, flower petal turn to face back and walk to back of chair

-one large slow head circle, stroke down one side of chair slowly with hip to side then other side

-leave chair step to wall, lean back against wall facing foward

-tease with skirt

-body wave off wall, flower petal turn so back is facing audience

-large hip circles, tease with skirt

-begin to remove slowly from top, stop and hip circle when booty is 1/2 exposed, step feet together before removing the rest of the way - let it fall to floor

-step right foot out, big hip circles and booty bounce

-turn and pose with finger in mouth - you did it!!!!!

Pole Dance vs. Chair Dance vs. Exotic Dance Party

2011-09-16T07:04:00.001-07:00

So many choices! When booking a party for a special event ladies often wonder which is the right type of party for their group. We recommend Pole Dance Party for your first time. Why? Because it's so unique. Ladies of all different fitness levels can participate, and it is so empowering. If there are shoulder injuries in the group, or you want something you can 'show off' later at home, then Chair Dance or Exotic Dance are good options. These classes are flirty, fun, a great workout and also empowering. You really can't go wrong with any of our party options, and be assured we will work with you to get the right 'fit' for your party. See you soon.

Open House Classes Filling Up

2011-09-12T05:52:00.000-07:00

Ladies if you are planning on enjoying a free class during our Sept. 23rd open house sign up now! Pole Dance classes are limited to 14 in each, and they are filling up already. These classes are free and a great way to sample our sassy, effective fitness! www.lady-katherine.net

Eagan vs. Inver Grove Heights

2011-09-07T17:15:00.000-07:00

Hello! I know I've been saying "IGH" "IGH" "IGH" and believe me I wanted IGH to be the location of our new studio. I've worked very very hard to find a space that will work in IGH. But there isn't alot of retail places to be had. Our Hudson studio is 1200 sq feet and 1000 seems to be the norm in IGH - too small!!!!!

So I just kept going farther on Hwy 35E and it took me to Eagan. Eagan is a big, big suburb and I'm trying to stick with a location that's easy on and easy off the Hwy. We are super duper close to finalizing a deal and then I can reveal the address, grand opening date, etc. It's so hard keeping a secret!!!!!!! xoxox Katherine

Pole Dance Orientation Workshop

2011-07-07T11:08:00.000-07:00

Created for those who have never touched a pole, don't feel they are good dancers, or may feel intimiated by the whole idea of pole dancing. We take the fear, hesitation and stigma away, and focus on your comfort and success. Join us Sunday, 7/17 for only $25 which includes one and a half hours of instruction and a mini photo session of you and the pole. Don't worry - we will pose you and show you exactly what to do!

Lap Dance Step-by-step Instructions

2011-06-08T18:58:00.000-07:00

June 12, 2011 LAP DANCE WORKSHOP INSTRUCTIONS

Song: "Lick" by Joi

Before 'performing' give some thought and preparation to your surroundings. Make sure there's enough room around your bunny's chair and no walls or other furniture will be in the way. If possible, have your bunny facing a mirror or reflective window so they can see what's going on behind them!

-Start in front facing chair doing sexy, sassy, moves, sassy walk with finger in mouth to the rear of the chair, directly behind bunny

-4 hip circles, touch your bunny's arms and chest, then do 4 chest circles brushing the back of your bunny's head with your breasts

-Prance to the side of chair, place left foot on chair, stroke down your leg, hair flip and slap left hip with left hand

-roll hips back 4 times, place foot back on floor

-wide step in front of chair, 2 hip circles and 1 head roll

-place right foot on chair, stroke leg, hair flip and slap right hip with right hand

-roll hips back 4 times and step foot back to the floor

-prance to the back of chair, 4 hip dips as you come to each side, give your bunny a wink or air kiss and whisper in their ear

-sassy walk to the front of chair, drop down to do 2 peek-a-boos

-sassy slide to the floor to v-legs, into scissors and into tick tock

-roll onto tummy, speed bump up into 2 ponies, flipper hands, sassy snap get up

-free style moves, wash your hair, touch your body, flower petal turn

-walk to the chair, 4 hip circles, flower petal turn

-sit on chair (on bunny's lap) do 4 hip pumps, 1 head roll and place hand on back of chair above bunny's shoulder and make direct bunny eye contact - write your own ending!!!!!

Pole Dance Parties Saturday May 28th, 2011

2011-05-29T18:36:00.001-07:00

Thank you for celebrating your bachorlette party and birthday with Lady Katherine!!!!

Thursday Night Dancing Divas :)

2011-05-27T06:04:00.000-07:00

Had a fun group from Woodbury (majority) last night for a pole dance party. Thanks ladies!!

Pole Dancing Parties May 21, 2011

2011-05-22T20:08:00.001-07:00

Thank you ladies!!!

Pole Dancing Parties May 7th, 2011 - sassy!

2011-05-08T18:05:00.001-07:00

Thank you beautiful ladies for spending time with us Saturday - what fun!!!!!

Pole Dance Parties April 30, 2011

2011-04-30T17:53:00.000-07:00

Thank you beautiful ladies for celebrating with us today!!!

Pole Dancing - Nailing our Nemesis Moves!

2011-04-28T10:43:00.001-07:00

This is so inspirational! These ladies choose these very moves as their challenge trick and in a short time were able to master and hold long enough for me to take a photo! Kristin E in Caterpillar; Kelly J and Wendy F in Cross Leg Release. Can't wait to see what's next.

Pole Dancing Parties April 22 & 23, 2011

2011-04-24T19:47:00.001-07:00

Thank you for celebrating with us ladies!

Pole Dance Parties Week-end of April 15 & 16, 2011

2011-04-17T17:58:00.000-07:00

Fun fun fun! What can I say? Thank you SO much for celebrating with Lady Katherine!

Pole Dance Parties April 9th, 2011

2011-04-10T18:58:00.001-07:00

Thank you for celebrating with us!! Happy Birthday and all the best on your upcoming wedding, and happy 10 year anniversary!!

Chair Dance Workshop April 9, 2011

2011-04-10T18:33:00.001-07:00

Thank you beautiful ladies for sharing your Sunday afternoon with me! Enjoyed meeting each and everyone of you.

Song: S & M Artist: Rhianna

Instructions: Begin sitting on chair facing chair back, back towards bunny

-tap r foot 4x; tap l foot 4x; look over r shoulder; look over l shoulder;

-stand up facing chair back, 4 hip dips, 2 slow hip circles; 2 double dips each side; 4 grinds

-left leg over chair to face front, crouch; open l leg with l hand, spin to face seat, booty up

-walk to back of chair facing bunny, hands on chair back, slow head circle, step to r of chair crouch, open r knee with r hand, spin to face chair, booty up, 2 flower petal turns

-CHORUS: shoulders side to side 4x; rolls shoulders back and reach forward with r foot then to side with r foot 2x; 4 hip dips, reach up, to ankles and hair flip up;

-step to front of chair, 2 flower petal circles around, step r, l to l side of chair facing away from chair, sit down

-open r leg with r hand, full body circle, close r leg, lay bac on chair

-one tick tock 2 triangle legs, sit up, stand up, CHORUS

-4 shoulders, step r l to face chair booty to bunny, hands on chair seat, 4 hips, 2 hip circles

-crouch on chair look over r shoulder, turn to face chair back, stand up, 2 booty pops 2 hip circles, repeat

-crouch on chair, look over r shouder, sit on chair

-open r knee with r hand, stroke down l leg with l hand, stroke down r leg with r hand

-body circle forward, reach up with l hand, r hand on chair seat, pump and circle booty off chair

-stand up, CHORUS

-walk to back of chair facing away from chair and away from bunny, 4 full moons

-step r, l r over chair, l onto chair seat, open knee 2x, 2 hip drops, 2 hip circles repeat until end and booty slap - great job!!!

Session C 2011 Pole Dance Routine

2011-04-06T14:08:00.000-07:00

Start 3 steps in front of the pole facing it

Do 3 big hip circles, then go into 3 low catcher circles, end last of the cathers with a right sassy squat

Starting with outside foot, step drag 3 times toward the pole and when in front of the pole use back of inside hand to stroke up the pole

While facing the back of the room, place both hands on the pole and start flirt with outside leg, do 4 flirts, then wrap inside leg up on the pole into flamingo

Starting with inside foot walk through pirouette, step into start position

Firefly spin or flying fireman booty up

hip circle around pole until at start position, field goal, step out and away pirouette back on pole

false grip 3 wiggles then step out wide and touch base of pole then hands overhead

reach inside hand behind the pole and grab sit into chair position then using outside hand push outside knee into inside knee pulling them together and turn to face the pole in low crouch

booty up and 3 body wave

sundial hold or flagpole

4-4-2 into ballerina or carousel, prance back to start position

Pole Dance Parties March 20. 2011

2011-03-20T19:20:00.000-07:00

Thank you for celebrating with Lady Katherine - you are all beautiful and wonderful. Owatonna Ladies see you again soon for our April 10th workshop :) and Jill thank you for having Joy's bach with us. More photos on our fb page -

March 4, 2011 Pole Dance Party!!!

2011-03-11T12:32:00.001-08:00

Beginner's Pole Dance Workshop! March 2011

2011-03-11T12:27:00.001-08:00

Pole Fitness Certification Program 2-11

2011-02-27T20:21:00.001-08:00

Congratulations Ashley, Michelle, LeeAnne and Trisha. You earned and totally deserve your certificates - Beginner Pole Instructor levels 1-4, and Intermediate Pole Instructor levels 5,6.

Jess' Bachorlette Party 2-26-11 fun!!!!!

2011-02-27T20:17:00.001-08:00

New Teacher Training 2-11

2011-02-27T20:11:00.000-08:00

5 'newbies' will be joining the Lady Katherine staff in early April. So much talent, compassion and energy - great additions to the teaching staff that already rocks!!!

Pole Dance Session B #2

2011-02-23T08:15:00.000-08:00

After sliding to the floor, stroke forward leg with same hand and hair flip up
-peel away from pole and roll onto tummy (everyone will do this different)
-raise booty for 2 pendulums, then a full speed bump into hair flip kneeling hip circles
-booty up with or without pole
-walk 4-4-3 into fireman or merry-go-round spin

Bachorlette Party 2-19-11, Kat & Jess :)

2011-02-20T16:22:00.000-08:00

Party 2-19-11 Becky n friends :)

2011-02-20T16:18:00.000-08:00

Pole Dance Routine Session B 2011 #1

2011-02-20T15:57:00.000-08:00

Hello Ladies! Start behind your pole facing the back wall. Hip circles, catcher's circles, flower petal turn to the front.

-inside outside steps to behind pole, 4 cross steps, step out into sassy squat

-2 chest circles, step inside outside pirouette back on pole, one slow dip with back on pole

-chair with air into pirouette back on pole, hip circles, 2 wiggle downs, false grip drop into crouch

-open knees and low pirouette to face pole, booty up

-body wave, reach high, jump up and lower into splits on the floor

Emily's Party! 2-12-11

2011-02-13T15:22:00.000-08:00

Happy birthday Danielle!!!!

2011-02-13T15:17:00.000-08:00

Bachorlette Party 2/5/11 Photos

2011-02-06T14:53:00.000-08:00

Thank you for celebrating with us! All the best on your wedding and marriage. Katherine

Valentine Vixen 2011 Instructions

2011-01-30T19:38:00.000-08:00

Song by Nelly "Hot In Herre"

start in a doorway with back to bunny

8 hip dips, 2 slow hip circles, 2 bow and arrow

4 full moons'turn to right, lean on doorframe and bend down, hands on legs, use l hand to open l leg to front, run hands down legs, 1/2 body circle hair flip up, 4 hips, 4 groovy arms, theme arms, theme legs, theme arms, girl theme - open shirt, 4 flower petal feet in place, girl theme - open shirt, theme legs, theme arms, 4 groovy arms, turn to back circling hips, theme legs, theme arms, turn to face front, hips, groovy arms, theme arms, girl theme and take shirt off; let it drop loosely behind you, step forward and put shirt over back,top of bunny, rub a dub dub; right hand grabs shirt as you turn to rear; 4 hips, hip circles as you raise r hand, then l hand, shimmy and booty slap; turn to face bunny, crouch and peek a boo with left knee; 2 cat cow ovals, dive forward onto r elbow, peek a boo, 2 triangle legs, 2 swoops, cross legs, onto tummy, pump or circle, walk hands back to knees, kneeling hip circles with pony, get up, repeat theme arms, theme legs, groovy arms until end of song. Remember smile and have fun! You are amazing!

Pole dancing maven comes to town - The Sun

2011-01-27T05:12:00.000-08:00

Pole dancing maven comes to town - The Sun

Great article on our studio in the Osceola Sun - love how they included a student interview and a scantily clad photo :) good news material!!

Thank you Kyle!

Valentine Vixen Workshop!

2011-01-25T11:18:00.000-08:00

http://myemail.constantcontact.com/Valentine-Vixen-Workshop---last-notice-.html?soid=1102365168669&aid=w_TOH77jAY8

This is going to be so much fun!! I'm feeling that loving feeling as I design the routine - watch out bunnies!!

Friday 1-21-11 Pole Dance Party!!

2011-01-22T08:17:00.001-08:00

Thank you for celebrating with us. Come back soon! More photos are on our facebook page.

Photo Shoot for Pole2Pole Magazine

2011-01-19T06:35:00.000-08:00

Lady Katherine studio is going to be featured in the International Magazine Pole2Pole printed in the UK. We had a photo shoot 1/18/11 to have fresh, new photos to include in the issue. 12 Gorgeous Lady K students helped make it a perfect afternoon. Thank you ladies, and thank you Tom Dunn photography for being patient and kind as we 'got in position' sometimes slowly and when we started to slip off the pole and had to yell - look out below!!!!

Osceola site opens for classes!

2011-01-17T18:55:00.000-08:00

Tonight we started sharing the Lady Katherine form of fitness with our Abs & Booty class in Osceola, Wisconsin. An awesome group of lovely ladies worked it hard - can't wait until next week!

Saturday 1/15/11 Party!

2011-01-17T11:00:00.000-08:00

Session A 2011 Pole Dance Routine 3

2011-01-17T10:58:00.001-08:00

Hi Ladies!
This week we get up from the floor with our booty up, step inside, outside, hook inside around outside of pole and lean back
-Detach leg and walk 4-4-3 then quick hook spin to the back
-walk beginning with inside foot, 4-4-3 into pirouette spin
-after spin turn to face pole with wide legs and do 4 large, slow hip circles
-circle around pole to the back of pole facing front

Princeton Ladies Pole Dance Party!!! 1-14-11

2011-01-15T09:04:00.001-08:00

Lady Katherine to be featured in Pole2Pole Magazine!

2011-01-14T04:55:00.000-08:00

I'm so excited - we are going to be the featured Studio in an international full color glossy magazine published in the UK called "Pole2Pole" - February Issue. They are doing a full story on our studio, classes, pole certification and more - with color photos! We are so blessed!

Pole Dance Lesson 2; Session A 2011

2011-01-11T10:07:00.001-08:00

Hi Ladies!

Last week we ended on the floor after executing a (perfect!) ballerina or lollipop. This week:

unwind from the pole with pointed toes onto your back

arch back, head back, 2 tick tocs and 2 crickets

grab the front of those shins and booty scoot over to your pole - remember to smile as you do it!

booty up to standing, grab pole with inside hand and wrap inside leg around the pole

lean back in an upper back arch, reaching out with outside hand - beautiful!

Special Birthday Celebration 1-9-11

2011-01-09T14:09:00.000-08:00

Thank you for celebrating with Lady Katherine. Come back anytime!

Osceola Classes Start Monday 1/17/11

2011-01-08T09:01:00.000-08:00

Had fun meeting folks in Osceola WI yesterday. So nice! Dicks supermarket is going to do bag stuffers for us; Total Image salon and the leather store took some promo materials. I posted fliers at the RiverBank and Tippey Canoes.

The Valley Wire did an interview with me and Garth said it will be in the next issue - complete with some photos. Thanks to everyone for their support!!!!!

Pole Dance Party season 2011 kicks off!

2011-01-08T08:56:00.000-08:00

Fun, Beautiful ladies, our 1st private party of 2011. Thank you for celebrating with us!

Pole Dance Routine Session A 2011

2011-01-05T09:07:00.001-08:00

Week 1

Begin 2 steps to the outside of your pole

Cross outside foot over inside, inside steps towards pole, sassy squat as you run inside fingers up pole and grab

Step inside, outside to side wide stance, back bend with body wave

4 hip circles; 1/4 turn to back inside, outside, lift inside into kick as inside hand goes high on pole and outside hand holds behind small of your back

Inside leg comes down 1/4 turn, outside swings around, into 4 large hip circles, 3 pumps, 1 field goal, ending with inside leg high, chair, pirouette, hook knee into ballerina to the floor;

Pole Instructor Certification Program

2011-01-05T09:01:00.001-08:00

We are so excited to offer our 1st Pole Fitness Instructor certification program! Now accepting students for beginner and intermediate training. Complete details are on our "certification" tab.

Biggest Improver Contest 2011!

2010-12-28T06:59:00.000-08:00

http://myemail.constantcontact.com/Be-True-to-Your-2011-Resolution-to-Shape-Up.html?soid=1102365168669&aid=94K1I1Nl7P4

Our 2011 Biggest Improver Contest begins next week - this program works! Every Lady that participated last year lost weight & inches. This year we have partnered with Well-Balanced Family Fresh Market and their nutritionist to add a new, valuable dimension.

All the details on our website - there is still room, join us! Katherine

Featured in the Pioneer Press Sunday Newspaper!

2010-12-26T09:20:00.000-08:00

Revisiting: Lady Katherine - TwinCities.com

The Pioneer Press has us featured on the back page of the business section today, Sunday 12/26/10- they are so good to Lady Katherine! Please 'like' when you check it out to show our appreciation.

Happy Sunday!!

Santa Baby Workshops Sunday 12-19-10 Photos :)

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What a fun afternoon - thank you for sharing it with me! Remember the instructions are here on the BLOG, a few posts below this, and share your stories here and on our FB page. Have a great Holiday Season! Katherine

Pole Dance Party 12-18-10

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Thank you for celebrating with us!

Santa Baby Workshop - step by step routine

2010-12-11T11:22:00.000-08:00

Ladies here it is: step by step directions for YOUR Santa Baby Performance!

Song: Santa Baby by the Pussy Cat Dolls

-chair seat is facing you, you are 4 steps in front of chair seat

-one hip out, hand on hip and other behind head, move hips in place 4 counts

-cross step walk 4 counts bringing knee to opposite elbow

-hands behind head as knee lifts and foot goes on chair as arms extend straight up

-hand on hip for hip dips up and down, roll hips, up and down

-put foot down on floor and both hands on chair back

-2 hip dips and 2 doubles, slow hip circle

-sit on chair facing seat back

-upper body roll, one to each side

-place forearm on chair back and place face in other palm to pose

-turn to one side with both legs

-stroke down to foot of one leg, come up and center, hand on hip and move elbow back and for blow a kiss

-lean back holding chair back and santa hant when center and erect cross one leg over and swing foot while scolding with one finger up

-stand up and face front, hips to one side and one big hip circle

-stick bottom to one side posing and place face in palms of both hands (been an angel all year)

-walk to back of bunny chair

-nuzzle bunny's neck and run hands briefly down chest

-walk back to chair facing side place foot on chair seat, hand on hip, lift drop hip, straight back, chest forward as you push down and pull up leg on chair

-step off chair and stroke up and down each arm one at a time

-take left hand glove off by rolling it down from the top

-when glove is off hold an end in each hand and wiggle hips then throw glove to the side

-loosen fingers of right glove then pull off with teeth

-swsing hips and cross over step turn to back to bunny

-drop glove next to foot, look over shoulder hand on hip and hand over mouth

-straighten legs and reach down slowly to pick glove up, running it slowly on leg on the way up

-turn step forward and throw glove at bunny

-walk to bunny and mount chair, hand knee,knee - missed kiss and chest circles

-step left leg to side so your back is to bunny, slap-slap and hip circles

-step left foot forward center, turn and bring right next to it and walk back accentuating hips to side

-one hand on each chair arm with back to bunny, rock and circle

-write your own ending!!!

December Pole Dance Routine

2010-12-08T06:31:00.000-08:00

Hello Ladies! Here's the mini-routine for the 3 weeks in December - enjoy!!!! It has exotic dance, spins & tricks - keep at the challenge moves, they DO get easier.

1-start in vortex to side of pole, a bit behind

2-walk inside, outside, plant inside plant outside as you turn to face pole and side of room

3-stroke back of inside hand up pole as you wiggle in place

4-grab pole and go into 4 large hip circles

5-transition into 4 medium body waves

6-lock your knees, slide hands down for your version of the booty shake

7-inside hand up on pole, outside hand on hip, walk 4-4-3 into step out into start spot

8-3 hip dips, hip circles 4 counts

9-pirouette back on pole, hip circles 2 wiggles up and down

10-step inside foot next to pole, outside foot out wide to the side, stroke down and up outside leg

11-keep inside hand low on pole, step inside, outside, inside into exploding V or knees up

12- 3 steps into sun-free spin

13-pirouette walk-through to start side and high kick to the floor on your back

14-stroke outside leg, roll away from pole once, on tummy do tick tock, speed bump and get up

15-walk to pole, keep inside hand low for flying spiral spin (advanced students) OR fire-up spin (beginning-intermediate students)

16-Land gracefully, smile and pose

17-THE END

December Classes on Sale!

2010-12-04T14:28:00.001-08:00

All of our fabulous classes are on sale for the 1st 3 weeks of December! Buy a punch card and save even more. All classes are also drop-in only from 12/6-12/22 offering you the flexibility you need this time of year!! Have fun and get fit!!

Abs and booty class rocks the house!

2010-12-04T14:20:00.000-08:00

Saturday morning - we are working it hard at the Lady K studio! Everyone has a pony tail and some of us are wearing our jammies but we are having fun and getting fit! Join us anytime!

Pole Dance week #5

2010-11-21T06:57:00.000-08:00

Booty shorts? YES!! Wear them under your regular workout pants. We will be climbing and sitting on the pole and that requires some stick! It will be fun and empowering - I promise!

Pole Dance party 11-20-10

2010-11-21T06:50:00.000-08:00

So good to see so many of you again and meet some wonderful new ladies. Come back anytime -you are always welcome! Katherine

Holiday Schedule

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We will be closed on Thursday 11/25 for Thanksgiving and

12/24 - 1/3 for Christmas/New Years.

Happy Holidays to you and your family!

Pole Dance Routine week #4

2010-11-15T11:04:00.000-08:00

Hi Ladies!

Last week we bootied up from the floor into the fireman spin. This week we are going to change our 1st spin from the ballerina into the front hook, and end it with a back bend. Then add on with a
-step to the rear face pole
-one squat up to the side
-lollipop spin

I LOVE the lollipop - it's one of those that doesn't come easy right away but when you finally execute it the rush and reward is amazing.

Add some BLING to your Holidays Shoe Sale!

2010-11-15T11:02:00.001-08:00

All our in-stock shoes are part of an in-studio 10% off sale from now through 12/17.

Core Power Yoga Certification Complete

2010-11-11T05:50:00.000-08:00

Last night when we were receiving our certificates of completion the instructors asked the 12 teachers-in-training what they learned from participating in the program. All the answers were great - from perfecting moves, finding and projecting a deeper, louder voice and more. For me the biggest take away (besides being trained in the greatest yoga form of all!) is knowing that I can keep my commitments. Sometimes life gets so busy, priorities seem endless and taking care of everyone else and their issues paramount. But for the last 6 weeks I was able to focus on this goal, do all of the things asked of me, do them well and on time. That was very important to me and I did it - feels good! Now I need to pause and congratulate myself. That's hard, especially for us women. We always seem to rush onto the next thing....

Party 11-6-10 Fun Ladies!

2010-11-08T07:44:00.001-08:00

Pole Dance Routine Week A 10-25 to 12-6-10

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This routine we start behind our pole to the side
-then we walk to the oppsite side and grab pole with outside hand 4 steps
-plant outside foot and hip circle around to start, one head circle
-chair with air back on pole - figure 8s - 2 sassy squats
- all the way to crouch, open one knee then the other
-low pirouette into booty up and body wave, frisk
-plant outside foot hook inside knee lean back
-unhook knee and pivot around into 2 steps then ballerina or front hook
walk to start spot, prancing salute
-chair with air into back hook to floor
-on floor 2 cat cow ovals, into 2 booty bounces back crawl to pole base and booty up

2010 Bridal Fair at Minneapolis Convention Center

2010-10-26T09:27:00.001-07:00

Wow! There were over 4,000 people in attendance - a record breaker! We met so many wonderful ladies and had a great time.

Witchfest 2010 Comes to Lady Katherine!!!

2010-10-26T09:22:00.000-07:00

A big pink bus brought over 20 ladies dressed as 'kitchen witches' to our door. It was a surprise destination for them and they rocked it with Chair Dance & even some Pole Dance. Thank you ladies - loved every minute of it!

October 23rd 2010 Parties!

2010-10-26T09:14:00.001-07:00

We had Gina L and Kristi S celebrate with us! More photos on our fb page too. Thank you beautiful ladies!

Party Girls on 10/22 - Gorgeous!

2010-10-23T08:20:00.000-07:00

Amanda's Birthday Party - Pole Dance Style!

2010-10-17T16:03:00.000-07:00

Amanda P. had a birthday and she celebrated in style with her friends and pole dancing! Thank you Amanda and all the best for this new year!!

Trick AND Treat Strip Tease Workshop 10-10 Photos

2010-10-17T15:59:00.001-07:00

Wow - what a great time!! 20 ladies learned - no they MASTERED how to strip out of a t-shirt and zipper skirt - watch out bunnies!!! Thank you for sharing your Sunday Afternoon with me.

Trick AND Treat Strip Tease Information

2010-10-15T11:49:00.000-07:00

Thank you to all the ladies participating in this! The song are stripping to is "YEAH" by Ludacris & Lil Jon. Here's the routine:

-facing front, step L foot to the side straight let; push slowly down the leg and pull up slowly

-hip dips - one R one L then double R

-shift weight center, hip circles slowly while hands tease up your body and down

-step R foot to front so you are facing side, stick booty out and push down body to calves and pull back up all very slowly

-step R foot again so you are facing away from your bunny

-hip circles slowly while hands tease up your body and down

-hip dips - one R one L the double R

-3 cross steps R-L-R L steps out and you are facing the wall (or pole)

-hold wall or pole, slow hip circles one to each side, reach up and do a frisk

-shoulder or head turn to face forward shoulder backs on the wall or pole

-push hips forward for 3 1/2 hip circles slowly (playing with the top of your skirt band and t shirt bottom)

-melt down and push away from pole or wall onto knees

-2 head circles, 2 cat cow ovals and 2 bounce backs

-3 cross crawls forward, R L R then L knee out so you are facing front on your knees

-on knees do hip shifts, 2 ponies without arms up in air, 2 head circles and then hip circles

-as you hip circle play with bottom of t shirt and crossing arms, begin to take it up over your head, slowly then toss it to the side

-shoulder rolls with hip rolls, shoulders side to side

-mermaid and push down folded legs, pull up, lean back onto elbows facing front

-slowly peel legs up for one tick tock then a very slow and hold leg splay

-cross legs and roll to the L push down booty and pull up, open top (R) leg into side splay, push up leg and pull down and over booty

-push yourself onto tummy, hip circles, cat cow oval and 2 bounce backs roll onto tummy again with arms stretched overhead and roll onto side - unzip skirt

-into bridge position hip circles, pumps playing with skirt top slowly roll skirt down past knees

-sit partially up, slowly push skirt off calves, feet and throw to side

-stroke up thigh and push down, onto all 4s, hip circles 2 cat cow ovals 2 bounce backs then booty quake

-tuck shift booty up into standing facing front - hip circle then hip dips single single double. step L foot forward so you are facing side and push down to calves, pull up - done!!!

Meet our Fun Committee!

2010-10-11T04:15:00.000-07:00

These ladies, Julie, Wendy & Becky are behind the upcoming Halloween Costume Party! Looks like we are in for some super fun times! Event is Friday, 10/22, 8pm at Woody's in Bayport. Full details on our FB page under Events. Thank you Fun Committee!

Red carpet Premier of our workout DVD

2010-10-10T19:35:00.002-07:00

Here are photos from our New Signature Workout DVD premier - it was a true red carpet event! Even our dog Angus got involved.

Red Carpet Premier of our workout DVD

2010-10-10T19:28:00.000-07:00

It was an exciting evening! We rolled out the red carpet as you can see in these photos to preview the soon to be released Lady Katherine Workout DVD. Thank you to all who are involved in this exciting project!!!

Saturday, October 9th Celebrations!

2010-10-10T10:09:00.000-07:00

The studio was full of beautiful, sassy ladies showing off their moves and getting empowered!! Thank you SO much for celebrating with us and all the best!!!

Pole Dance Routine #4,5,6

2010-10-10T10:05:00.000-07:00

We are finally going to add the head-stand! After getting up from floor work we circle the pole 4-4-to front where we step inside foot out and swing outside foot around into a wide stance with booty to mirrors. Here we 'wiggle on down' so we are kneeling in front of pole. Head-stand: stag legs, bow and arrow with let circle and bow and arrow dismount. Hair flip up and ta-da!

Party October 2nd, 2010

2010-10-03T18:16:00.001-07:00

Pole Dance Routine Week 3

2010-09-27T05:44:00.000-07:00

After the Ballerina spin:
piroette back on pole
3 peek a boos
power up - 3 flower petal steps beginning with R foot
on start side slide to floor with step slide
roll away from pole 2x
bridge pump & synchronized swimmer
roll towards pole 1x
booty up

Party Photos from 9/24 & 9/25/10 - awesome!

2010-09-26T06:59:00.001-07:00

Open Pole Practice

2010-09-22T09:52:00.000-07:00

You have been asking for it and here it is - Open Pole Play! First one offered Thursday, 10/7 from 8-9pm, $10, current students only. An instructor will be available but no structured class will be taught. Practice moves you've been struggling with, dance to your own beat, laugh & have fun. Reigstrations now being accepted on-line. Limited to 14 students.

Halloween Costume Party!

2010-09-22T09:50:00.001-07:00

Hey Beautiful Ladies - save the date - Friday 10/22 for a fun, haunted evening of food, drink & costume contests! Details coming soon - yes costume IS required :)

All Lady Katherine students & a guest are invited to this evening of terror!!!!

Pole Dance Routine #2

2010-09-19T08:46:00.001-07:00

Hello Ladies!

This week we are going to perfect the (1st spin is new students/2nd spin is returning students) : fireman/flying fireman, ballerina/carousel, martini/diamond. We are going to work on that doggone windmill & chair/pirouette combo some more and add a bit onto the routine:
-after windmill you are facing your pole
-drop to haunches and do booty bounce
-look over outside shoulder, booty up and do booty slap
-4-4-3 into ballerina/carousel

Parties from the week-end 9/17 & 9/18/10

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Thank you for celebrating with us! I enjoyed meeting each of you and wish you all the best with the upcoming weddings. Katherine

Pole Dance Routine Sept.-Oct. 2010

2010-09-14T09:36:00.000-07:00

Hello Ladies~ if you are a visual learner like I am, reading this may help you 'internalize' the pole routine. I add to it every week so it's always up-to-date. Enjoy!!!

Begin 2 steps behind pole doing sassy moves

-step inside, outside (wide) stroke inside hand up pole then grab at the same time you place inside foot wide

-3 dips to side with hand stroke

-touch outside foot

-shift weight, hair flip, 4 chest circles (up and down)

-step inside outside next to pole, do latin american

-flamingo, head circle

-4-4-3 into fireman or flying fireman

-chair, pirouette back on pole, hip circles, step wide, touch pole between legs, body wave off pole

-step outside inside 1 1/2 flower petal turns to face back of room and pole

-low pirouette into windmill position - execute windmill with no wind up

Party Photos from parties held 9/11/10 Fun stuff!

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Boots!

2010-09-06T08:57:00.000-07:00

For the first time ever I am offering ankle height, lace-up boots for sale in the studio. WHY? I finally found some that were reasonably priced, high quality and sassy enough! They will be here around 9/12, sizes 7-10, and will sell for $73 + tax. I ordered a pair for myself and can't wait to climb in them - no more ankle burns.

Finishing the Pole Routine

2010-09-03T09:11:00.000-07:00

After you do the chair/flamingo/ballerina:

-4-4-3 around pole into spin (sundial or sunfree)

-place inside foot close to pole in the rear and spin yourself around to face the pole

-put inside leg next to pole, outside let on other side and lift up for one climb

-immediately slide back down

-unwrap outside from front put on floor and hook inside leg as you reach your hand back and do a pose - nice job!!!!

WIGGLE & GIGGLE GIRLS NIGHT OUT 8-10

2010-09-01T10:37:00.000-07:00

Thank you to Lisa for the inspiration, Katy for the photos and all of you (& bunnies) who came, laughed and poled. Love you all!!! Go to the Lady Katherine FB page for the entire album.

Parties Weekend of 8/28/10

2010-09-01T10:21:00.000-07:00

Thank you ladies for celebrating with me! Great to meet you all - best wishes for the wedding!

Katherine