How To Choose The BEST Home Dance Poles

#1 Best Selling Dance Poles For Home Use

Can you buy a pole for pole dancing?   Absolutely!   You can buy a pole for pole dancing here in our shop: PoleFitnessDancingShop.com. We carry almost all the best dance pole brands in our shop for the USA, most can be used for both home use or studio use.  Our best sellers are the Pro Quality Chrome 45mm Dance Pole  and the XPert X Pole Chrome 45mm.  Both are static and spinning, fully removable and portable.  It’s very common for people to ask about what the differences are in these two poles, here is an article that will give you a side by side comparison of these two dance poles =>

Best Home Dance Pole For Your Budget

You may be wondering, “How much does a dance pole cost?“. Dance poles are sold anywhere from $50 to over $1000. But, just like any purchase you make, you should always do some research to find out what type of quality dance pole you are investing in. Most people begin to choose a pole based on their budget.  If you can afford a good quality name brand pole, it is recommended that you do so.  Bear in mind that there are brand name dance poles that ARE NOT safe. (The section below titles brand name poles versus no brand dance poles will go into detail on this topic)  If you are on a tight budget, the removable and spinning Pro Quality Dance Pole is a high quality safe alternative to name brand poles. You should never compromise your health or safety when buying a pole.  There are many other poles on the market (both brand and no brand) that ARE NOT SAFE!  Any pole made with cheap plastic parts should be avoided, especially if you plan to use your pole for exercise or inverting.  It’s just not safe to swing on something made with plastic parts and THIN METAL. You get what you pay for in poles.  Thicker metal, better bearings, and quality chrome cost money and require more time to construct. With that being said, you don’t need to buy a top name brand pole if you know what you are looking for in a good, safe off brand pole. *It is recommended that you buy the best quality pole your budget will allow for the sake of your safety and health.  This is an investment in you and your quality of life, it’s not worth taking the cheap route.* The Pro Quality Pole Dancing Pole Kit with Free lessons is our “safe alternative” if you can’t afford a name brand pole like an X Pole, Lupit, or Lil Mynx.

The Best Dance Poles For Home Use

The best dance pole to buy for home use HIGHLY depends on how you plan to use your dance pole.   In a general sense, 80-90% of the home buyers will choose a removable and / or portable dance pole.   The removable dance poles are KEY because many people have children, pastors, judging family members, or other reasons like creating more space for visitors that would make removing the pole when it’s not in use ideal. Removable dance poles are easy to come by and most frequently purchased, but some are more “portable” than others.   If portability is very important to you in addition to the removable feature, then it’s best if you choose a dance pole that has a dance pole carrying case.   This makes taking your pole to a party or friends house a breeze. Dance poles used for home that are removable are most generally easy to store no matter what brand (or non brand) pole you buy.   Removable dance poles break down into smaller pieces and can easily be stored in your closet in minutes.

Assessing Your Home Dance Pole Space, Floor & Ceiling Type.

We get asked this question a lot, ” Can you put a pole dancing pole on carpet?” Yes, you can install a pole dancing pole on carpet. Depending, if you have very short fiber carpet or long shag carpet depends on if it may leave an indention in the carpet after sitting a while. One of the most common concerns when installing a dance pole at home is if it will damage the floor or ceiling (especially if you have a popcorn ceiling) and if you have enough space in the area where you want to install the pole.  If you buy a good quality pole and you install it correctly according to the manufacturer’s instructions, the pole rarely causes any damage.  However, there are certain exceptions to that rule and you want to be sure your floor, ceiling, and dance space are safe before you purchase your pole and begin your home pole dancing workout. As always, consult a professional carpenter to assess your ceiling and floor for safe installation of a home dance pole. Here are some great references to help you:

• Worried about popcorn ceilings?  Read about installing poles on popcorn ceilings here>>
• Worried about your safe flooring types for pole dancing?  Read about safe flooring types for dance poles here>>
• Worried about getting things set up correctly with proper spacing at home?  Read how to set up your dance pole space here>>

Know Your Ceiling Height & Angle

This is a big one because not all dance poles will adjust to all ceiling heights.  In a general sense, most dance pole kits will fit the general ceiling height of 7′ 4″ ft to 9 ft high.  There are dance poles for ceilings shorter than 7′ 4” and taller than 9′ but your options become more limited once your ceiling height is out of that general range. If your ceiling is taller than 9ft, you will need a dance pole kit along with extra extensions (purchased separately) to get a good fit for your individual ceiling.   All the extensions and dance poles featured in our shop have a size chart so you will know exactly what size extension to buy with your dance pole of choice.  Please note* dance pole extensions are brand specific and cannot be interchanged with other brands.

All removable dance poles have a max height so it’s important to know that in advance before you purchase. If you ever plan to have or do have a taller ceiling, we recommend buying a pole with a lot of extension options.  X-Pole brand has the most extension options available on the market today and can be customized to fit very tall ceilings up to 14′ 3″.   The dance pole is still fully removable at that height.

The Pro Quality Dance Pole, The Lupit Classic Dance Pole, and The Lil Mynx Dance Pole all have a max height of about 10′ to 10.5′ after you purchase the one additional extension available.  The poles that max out at 10ft do work for most general users.

TALL CEILINGS: If you have really tall ceilings (about 12-14′ 3″) then your pole will start to get a LOT more flexible after adding so many extensions.  Too much flex in a pole isn’t desirable for everyone and ends up being scary to dance on for most people if you’re not used to it. *Please note that I said “scary” not “un-safe” – they mean two different things : ).  To get rid of too much flex in taller poles we recommend you try Build A Poles >> We do not sell poles taller than 14′ 3″ at this time. If your ceiling is taller than 14’3″, please consider a dance pole with a platform or stage base to place in the room.  These do not attach to the ceiling and are stabilized by the stage base only.  A HUGE perk is that they are still portable dance poles even though they have a stage meaning you can take them to the beach, a party at your friends house, or wherever your imagination can take you : )

SHORT CEILINGS: If you have ceilings shorter than 7′ 4″ you very best option is the Lil Mynx dance poles because you can have them custom cut to fit your shorter ceiling FOR FREE!  No other brand does this!  The only other option you have is buy an X Pole,then buy an extra 750mm extension and replace the top main pole that comes in the standard kit to shorten the pole – but this option is a LOT more expensive than getting the Lil Mynx.  The only advantage to choosing X Pole over Lil Mynx when you have shorter ceilings is that if you change your mind and move your pole to a different area or home then the X Pole will adapt to those changes not matter what choose as long as you don’t go over 14′ 3″ high.  The custom cut Lil Mynx will only have about 10 inches of play room to go higher if you change your mind on the ceiling height. If you own your home, don’t plan to move any where any time soon, and your ceiling is below 9 ft but not shorter than 7′ 4″ then you have more options. The X Pole,  Pro Quality Dance Pole, Lupit, and the Lil Mynx are good sturdy poles for home use.  At this point you can fall back on your budget and type of use to help you decide which pole is best for you.

SEMI-PERMANENT MOUNTS: Once you extend your pole above 11ft, it is recommended that you stabilize is with a ceiling mount (which screws into the ceiling)  Ceiling mounts are required on poles taller than 12ft, the dome is not supportive enough when the pole is extended that high. Vaulted Ceiling mounts are available for both brand and no brand poles.  These mounts will accommodate most roof angles, it does need to be screwed into a ceiling joist.

Still a little confused?  Here is a great article that goes into great detail about choosing the right dance pole for your ceiling height =>

Do You Want Spinning Dance Pole, Static, or Both?

The most common seller is a pole that is both spinning and static (stationary).  If you are a beginner, it is worth the investment to get a pole that does both.  You will find the spinning mode easier to learn on in some ways AND it’s a lot of fun! The main reason you would require a spinning dance pole is to hold a pole move while the pole rotates, giving the viewer a pleasurable view and you (the user) a fun ride!  Many women find it fun to simply hold on to the pole and swing, it’s a playful sensation much like a kid on a marry-go-round.  Your husband and kids will swing on it too!  It brings out the kid in everyone. Static poles are cheaper and are also nice to pole dance on, but you do miss out on the playful movement a spinning pole provides and your rotating action during pole spins and moves is DRASTICALLY limited.  If you are a beginner and don’t plan to swing on the pole much (more or less just dance around it with an occasional climb or swing) then a static pole will suite you just fine. Watching dance pole reviews is a great way to see the difference and make a choice that is right for you. If you aren’t sure if a static dance pole or a spinning dance pole that is both static and spinning is best for you, go here to read a great article about learning to pole dance in spinning or static mode.

Decide On The Best Dance Pole Finish Type

The chrome finish is the most common and widely used. If you are thinking you want the Pro Quality Pole Dancing Pole you can choose from black powder coated, titanium rainbow illusion, or chrome. There are several different finishes available for the X Pert X Pole (which is a spinning and static pole).  You can choose a different finish for the pleasure of the color OR for functionality.  The X Pole XPert dance pole review is found here => The most common dance pole finish types available are:

• There are silicone sleeved dance poles in black and pink.
• Powder Coated Dance Poles in black, white, and pink.
• Brass Dance Poles – polished, solid brass tubing, enhanced grip.
• Titanium Gold – electronically coated to enhance grip.
• Chrome Dance Poles – most popular & best for general use.
• Stainless Steel Dance Poles – polished, best for those with sensitive skin and allergies.
• Titanium Rainbow Illusion Finish – color changing rainbow effect only found on the Pro Quality Dance Poles.

Lil Mynx poles has different finish options as well including:

• Powder Coated Pink, and Black Poles.  The Lil Mynx Dance pole review is found here =>
• Polished Stainless Steel (looks like chrome)

Lupit Dance Poles also have two different finishes available in Chrome (not available in the US yet) and Stainless Steel.  The Lupit stainless steel dance pole review is found here =>

Here is a great article that goes into detail about the advantages and disadvantages of the different dance pole finish types >>

Decide on Best Dance Pole Size (Diameter)

The most common is 45mm size dance pole.  If you have never danced before and have no clue, I recommend the 45mm.   All major brand name poles and non brand poles have the 45mm size available. The extra options for size are available for various dance pole brands.  Those extra sizes are:

• 40mm dance poles (1.5in) – slimmest pole yet and great for small hands
• 42mm dance poles (1.65in) – easier to grip than 45mm but not better suited for the average user (my personal favorite)  Only made by Lupit
• 45mm dance poles (1.75in) – easy to grip with your hands and used in worldwide pole dance fitness competitions
• 50mm dance poles (2in) – the old standard, easy to grip for leg inversions but harder to grip than the 45mm.  This is the standard size used in stripper clubs.
• Odd sizes: 48mm dance poles and 53mm dance poles are silicone dance poles.   If you don’t plan to get a silicone dance pole, ignore these sizes.

The Pro Quality Affordable only comes in 45mm. If you are a Lil Mynx fan, their poles come in both 45mm and 50mm. The X-Pole brand has the widest range of dance pole sizes including: 40mm, 45mm, 48mm, 50mm, and 53mm. Here is a great article that goes into depth about the different pole sizes, diameters, and lengths >>>