Bendy (as seen on Got to Dance 2012) is an innovative pole artist, acrobat, aerialist and handbalancer from the UK. Kate is 22 years old and trained as an acrobat from a young age.

Since beginning pole she has won several pole fitness titles including the UK Professional Champion 2011, UK Amateur Champion 2010 and World Doubles Pole Runner up twice.

She now teaches pole fitness masterclasses, private pole and aerial lessons, performs at dance shows and circus gigs.

Her aim is simple - to change negative perceptions of pole dancing...

2012 Got to Dance Semi Finalist

2012 world pole sports doubles runner up

2012 Miss Pole Dance UK doubles winner

2011 UK Professional Pole Champion

2011 Miss Pole Dance UK doubles winner

2011 world pole dance championships runner up

2010 UK amateur champion

2010 Pole Divas amateur champion

Workshops

Saturday 25th of January 2014
10.30-12.00 Bendy Kate
'Bendy's Pole Acrobatics'
DQ: 400 sek, others: 450 sek
14 spots, 90 min

In this workshop Bendy focuses on the gymnastic elements behind pole fitness.  Pole conditioning (with a difference!)  Pole handstands. How to conquer and progress arms only moves (eg twisty grip, elbow grip....)

Flips and rolls on the pole.  Power moves including; flag inverts, lever ups, cartwheels, somersaults (all on the pole don't worry!)  All with step downs, training tips and progressions for each.

This class is ideal for pole dancers who enjoy a challenge and executing the more gymnastic pole moves. For intermediate to advanced pole dancers. You must be able to competently invert to attend this class. 90 min.

Saturday 25th of January 2014
14.00-15.30 Bendy Kate
'Acrobalance and Handbalancing'
DQ: 400 sek, others: 450 sek
Small room. 14 spots, 90 min

Acrobalance and Handbalancing
Bendy relives her childhood as she teaches exciting Acro and handbalancing.

Learn unique and fun balances which can be incorporated into pole performances and transferred to doubles pole tricks.  Bendy will help you with your handstands, levers and planches and other elements which can really improve your pole and aerial.  Overcome your fears.  Learn exactly where to place your hands when upside down.  How to balance yourself in headstands, shoulderstands, levers and handstands.  Body positioning and leg variations.  How to deadlift handstands.

Ideal for anyone looking to improve their handstands, balance, floor work, control and strength. Doubles partners will benefit from this workshop too! Available to all levels! 90 min
 

Sunday 26th of January 2014
15.30-17.00 Bendy Kate 'Spinning around the world'
DQ: 400 sek, others: 450 sek
14 spots, 90 min

Learn Bendy’s signature static and spinning pole spins from her latest performances. Tips and advice on gaining momentum on a static pole. Learn some of Bendy's biggest spins, and seemless, unique static spin combinations.

Gain trust and confidence on the Spinny pole. How to combat motion sickness! Learn how to create illusions on spinning pole, how to combine movements, the techniques behind one handed spins on a spinning pole.

This class is ideal for polers who love spins and admire the fluidity of movement in pole on both the static and spinning. All levels welcome! 90 min.

PRIVATE LESSONS

1 on 1. 60 min. Price : 995 sek.

25th and 26th of January 2014

There are different times availible to get in touch with the booking. Take your chance to get private help with tricks and new idéas.

SEMI – PRIVATE LESSONS

2 on 1. 60 min. Price : 650 sek / person.

25th and 26th of January 2014

There are different times availible to get in touch with the booking. Take your chance to get private help with tricks and new idéas.

All bookings are conclusive.