5 Bendy Poses for Your Next Pole Shoot

With many studios getting the go ahead to reopen their doors, our fave pole photographers are FINALLY able to start taking bookings! Got a photoshoot booked and looking for some inspo? I’ve come up with 5 bendy poses that are perfect for shoots which range from floor poses, to handstands, to pole tricks. Enjoy and comment your favourite below!

1. Iguana Split 

Contact points: Hands, neck & shoulder 

I love this trick because it looks and feels impressive - it requires a lot of core strength as well as active flexibility in your hips. For shoots, I like to get into it from a layback so I’m a little higher up the pole and I recommend having the camera angled front and centered! Click here to see how I get into it!

Outfit: Tanna Top & Boston Shorts - Snake (both Shark) & Adore-1020 7inch Boots - Patent White (Pleaser USA)

2. Butterfly Handstand

Pole contact points: chest & back of calf

Floor contact points: Hands on floor 

It’s always nice to diversify your shots with a handstand pose and this one is perfect for intermediates. For this extra flexi version, arch your back and try to get your back foot as close to your head as you can! In terms of angles, make sure the camera is capturing you side-on. Watch this tutorial to see how I get into it! 

Outfit: InstaBaddie Top - Black (Creatures of XIX), Land Bottoms - Fuchsia (Pole Addict) & Flamingo-1020PK 8inch Biker Style Boots - Matte Black (Pleaser USA) 

3. Shoulderstand Fang

Floor contact points: Arm, shoulder, ear/face & palm of hand 

For anyone looking for a cool floor pose, this one's for you! I love this trick because it requires a good amount of strength and flexibility. When setting up for this floor pose, you want the camera to be capturing you side-on so you can show off your back bend. Since your head is already turned sideways, look at the camera to add a dramatic effect. Check out this tutorial to see how to get into it 🔥 

Outfit: Vashkelita Bodysuit - Royal Blue (Shark), InstaBaddie Leggings - Black (Creatures of XIX) & Candy Cobra 8inch Boots (Hella Heels)

4. Standing Split 

This pose is perfect for giving your hand grip a break during photoshoots and is one of my favourite poses. It's also perfect for promoting a flexibility class or workshop. Having the camera capture you side-on is ideal for showcasing your epic split or oversplit. Make sure your legs are super warmed up before attempting this - especially your hamstrings and hip flexors!

My tips for making your standing split look the best it can:

Outfit: Cherry Top - Green Fern (Shark) & Adore-1020 7inch Boots - Patent White (Pleaser USA)

 
5. Batwing 

Contact points: Back, elbow pit & forearms

Last but certainly not least, my ultimate fave trick: Batwing! How gorgeous is it? I’ve been doing this one for years and I never get sick of it. My favourite entry is from an Allegra. When executing this trick, have the camera front and center to capture it at its best. Don't forget to tighten your core, open your hips and engage your legs to give your best active middle split! 

Click here to see how I get into it from Allegra:

Bottoms: Bibiana Bottoms - Pink (Bandurska)