Spatchcock
The name of this Jaw dropping pole move isn't intended to inspire snickering, although it probably does. Instead, it's based on a method of preparing poultry, where the bird is filed by removing the backbone and flattened before cooking. The originator of the Spatchcock pole move, the legendary Felix Cane, might be accused of having her backbone tampered with because she's bendier than a hot rubber slinky. Back in 2008, this was the move of the moment that had pole dancers all over the world replaying the Youtube video over and over and over because DAAAAAAAAAAAMN.
Airwalk
Also known as: The Airwalk... it's literally the only airwalk
Also known as: The Airwalk... it's literally the only airwalk
Iron X
Also known as: The flag, X Man
This pose is approachable enough that many dancers with ab of steel can achieve its greatness. If you can do the Iron X, congratulations! Your muscles are top notch and you should be greeted with applause whenever you walk your bad ass self into class.
The Deathlay
Also known as: ceiling crucifix, the Kennedy
Yes, we pole dancers dance on the ceiling. Gravity is just a suggestion. Not even physics can hold us down. The floor is so 2006. Yes, we did drop from heaven and may not have made it to the ground yet. *mic drop*
The Arched Rainbow
Also known as: The diva dive, sicilian carp, rainbow marchenko, the nope nope nope
Jade
Also known as: The Duchess, DeVille, Jamilla Split, Jade Splits
Sort of like a mis-arched rainbow, the Jade is usually attributed to Jamilla DeVille, hence the name. I like to refer to this as The Most Pain Your Thigh Has Ever Been In move because it's deceptively excruciating. It is a real test of flexibility and if your lines are as flat and smooth as Jamilla's, it is sure to be a jaw dropping move!
- written by JLK