Ultimate Bachlorette party experience

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

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

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

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

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

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

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!