Pole Sports

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Pole Sports

Half Blue

Pole is an exciting discipline combining the strength and stamina from calisthenics and gymnastics, with the grace and flexibility of dance. The history of pole is rooted in the artistry of stripping.

About the club

Pole is an exciting discipline combining the strength and stamina from calisthenics and gymnastics, with the grace and flexibility of dance. The history of pole is rooted in the artistry of stripping. Pole sport, art and dance encompasses a variety of styles - from dynamic tricks and flips, to sultry movements; balletic and contemporary styles to dramatic theatrical performances. Pole is accessible to anyone, regardless of gender, sexuality and fitness level.
Since 2018, we have offered weekly classes and training opportunities for students and community members of Oxford city centre. Non-Oxford University students are absolutely welcome, but must be over 18 to participate. Whether you're brand new to pole or an experienced pole competitor, OU Pole Sports provides an inclusive and supportive environment and community for your pole training and development. We enter annual university-level competitions and perform at Oxford University college balls and bops.

Blues criteria

Mixed

Half Blue

Up to 8 Half Blues.

4 are to be awarded to those who compete at both the Regional (SWPV) and Varsity competitions, and achieve the highest combined scores, in the Advanced, Semi-Professional and Group categories. Regional Group competitors are eligible only if their individual performance within the choreography includes Advanced and Semi-Professional elements.

4 are to be awarded to the Varsity-only team, where the competitor:

  1. competes in the Advanced or Semi-Professional category;
  2. scores within the top three competitors within their category; and
  3. is confirmed by the President and Coach to have acted in the spirit of the Team during training.

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