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Pole Addiction

A COMPETITION FOR ALL POLE DIVAS

This is your chance to show off your skills, challenge yourself, have some fun and experience the thrill of performing in front of a supportive crowd of your friends, family and fellow Pole Divas.

RUN AT ALL DIVAS
6 DIVISIONS
NO AUDITIONS

In Studio Competition

There are competition categories to suit everyone, all with amazing prizes and pink sashes to win! This is an amateur studio competition, open to current Pole Divas students only. If after reading through all this information you have more questions, lots of support, encouragement, and answers can be found at your local Pole Divas studio reception, just send them an email.

This September

  • Dates

  • Divisions

  • Eligibility, Entries & Fees

  • Music, Costume, Props & Grips

  • Stage Specs
  • Awards & Judging Criteria

    • Spirit of Comps and Showmanship

    Pole Addiction student competition was created to give Pole & Aerial Divas students the opportunity to challenge themselves, unleash their inhibitions on stage, experience the buzz and thrill of performing and have fun! We feel strongly about maintaining this purpose, so we ask for all students to enter the competition with this in mind. As competitors we want you to maintain the spirit of community and understand how important it is to be kind and supportive to one another, and importantly yourselves. The judges’ decision is final and anyone found to be bringing the decision or the competition into disrepute may be deemed unable to compete in future events, as would unsportsmanlike bad behavior in the lead-up to and on the day of the event.

    The Spirit

    The Comp Experience

    Unforgettable Moments, Unmatched Energy

    It was just such a vibe. Relaxed environment but the atmosphere was supercharged. Lorien was an AMAZING MC and it was a super fun afternoon.


    Pole Addiction Audience Member

    I felt super supported by Jess and Cherie 💖 Always checking in and sharing how to start the creative process. The stage size was perfect for me (luckily I clarified that I had to use both poles), lighting and sound...


    Pole Addiction Competitor

    In-house comp atmosphere is small and inviting, non-intimidating, backstage space feels comfortable, production wise it is run very professionally with staff support, cameras, music and lighting done very well for an in-house event


    Pole Addiction Competitor

    My first ever pole comp was such a positive experience! The Moonee Ponds team were so supportive from sign-up to showtime. The show was fabulous—nothing but good vibes, smooth running, and so fun to perform and watch friends in a...


    Pole Addiction Competitor

    The Prahran staff were so encouraging. The stage lighting was beautiful and the photos so clear and caught every pose moment. Girls were all super friendly backstage and helped each other. Event was very professional and smoothly run!


    Pole Addiction Competitor

    We Hope to See You at Pole Addiction 2025

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    Stage Specs
    • Stage specs - please clarify with your home studio
    • Pole heights - please clarify with your home studio
    Awards and Judging Criteria
    Awards
    • First place winner for each division
    • Sexy Minx - Sexiest Performer
    • Dare Devil - Best Trickster
    • Dancing Queen - Best Musicality/Dance
    • Show Pony - Best Overall Presentation

    Please note - specialty sashes are not provided at all locations. Please check with your local studio.

    Judging Criteria

    Beginners/Intermediate/Advanced/Elite

    • TRICK TECHNIQUE & EXECUTION (10 points) - Control and balance, strong lines, and full deliberate extensions
    • TRICK LEVEL OF DIFFICULTY (10 points) - Variety of tricks, including a balance of static and spin tricks and combos
    • TRANSITIONS (10 points) - Technique and creativity of transitions between tricks on pole, and pole to floor, floor to pole
    • MOVEMENT & MUSICALITY (10 points) - Dance/movement ability on and off the pole, keeping with the style of performance piece and connecting with the music.
    • AUDIENCE CONNECTION/SHOWMANSHIP (10 points) - Ability to make the audience feel and believe, and perform with confidence - owning the stage!
    • CONCEPT (10 points) - How the whole show fits together - theme, storey, music, character, costume and presentation.

    Doubles

    • TRICK SYNCHRONICITY (10 points) - Looking for tightly synchronised tricks showing good technique and creativity.
    • TRICKS - BASE/FLYERS (10 points) - Variety, creativity, strength and technique/execution
    • TRANSITIONS (10 points) - Technique and creativity of transitions between tricks on pole, and pole to floor, floor to pole
    • MOVEMENT & MUSICALITY (10 points) - Dance/movement ability on and off the apparatus, keeping with the style of performance piece and connecting with the music.
    • AUDIENCE CONNECTION/SHOWMANSHIP (10 points) - Ability to make the audience feel and believe, and perform with confidence - owning the stage! Also looking for a strong connection between the performers.
    • CONCEPT (10 points) - How the whole show fits together - theme, storey, music, character, costume and presentation.

    Dance

    • BASE/FLOOR WORK/ACRO (10 points) - Technique, fluidity, level of difficulty, and use of stage (incorporating both poles)
    • DANCE (10 points) - Commitment to a style and expression, technique, musicality
    • CONCEPT (10 points) - How well the theme, storyline, music choices, character, use of props, and costume all fit together to form an entertaining show
    • CHOREOGRAPHY & MUSICALITY (10 points) - Creative, original, and interesting choreography on and off the pole, displaying a strong connection to the music
    • AUDIENCE CONNECTION & STAGE PRESENCE (10 points) - Overall performance factor
    Total: 60 points
    Music Costume Props and Grips

    Music

    • 2.5 minutes for Beginners & Intermediate and Dance shows
    • 3 minutes for Advanced, Elite and Groups shows
    • Music must not contain excessively explicit language. If you are unsure, please have approved by the organisers prior to use.
    • Music can be a mix of tracks
    • Will be at a first entered, first approved basis. If two competitors enter with the same music, whoever submitted their entry first will be able to use the track.
    • Music by the following artists cannot be used at Frisk or any Pole & Aerial Divas competitions as they have been convicted of gender-based violence: Chris Brown, Diddy, R Kelly, Tory Lanez, Marilyn Manson

    Props & Costumes

    • Shoes are optional - boots are allowed
    • No nudity or partial nudity is permitted. No G-strings are permitted. Clothing may be removed during the performance if the minimum costume requirement is maintained. Points will be deducted if you do not follow the costume requirements.
    • Only props able to be taken on/off stage in under 30 seconds by 1 person are allowed. Due to safety & storage issues, all props larger than a chair must be pre-approved.
    • Only 2 human props are permitted
    • All human props must have a valid Pole Addiction ticket to participate in your show
    • Human props must not touch the pole
    • Human props must be an integral part of your show
    Apparatus
    • 45mm Stainless Steel Poles
    • SOLOS including dance – stage left pole spinning, stage right static (when on the stage looking out)
    • GROUPS – your choice of configuration
    Grips
    • Griptinite, Liquid Gold, Sky High Heels or similar grip aids with chalk are permitted
    • Banned Grips include: Rosin, iTac, or any grip that leaves residue on the pole after cleaning with alcohol.
    Eligibility Entries and Fees
    Pole Addiction is an Australian Social Competition.
    Eligibility

    Solos

    • ​Must be enrolled for an 8-week period in both Term 4 & 5 2025
    • You must compete at the studio where you are an enrolled Pole Divas student. If you are an enrolled student at more than one studio, you can compete at both.
    • The highest level you have completed, passed, or enrolled in Term 4 2025 is the level you should enter. If you grade up for Term 5 2025, you are still eligible to compete in the level you were previously in for Term 5 2025. If you need further clarification about your category, please discuss with your studio directly.
    • Have not previously competed in a semi-pro or professional competition
    • You cannot be a current paid pole instructor
    • Desk Divas CAN enter Pole Addiction
    • Please be aware that your tricks in Pole Addiction must be suitable to the level you are competing in. Please clarify with your instructors and coaches. You will have points deducted if you include tricks above your level.

    Groups

    • Max 4 people per group
    • Max 2 performers on the 1 pole at any time
    • Must be enrolled for an 8-week period in both Term 4 & 5 2024
    • Open to any level
    • Have not previously competed in a semi-pro or professional competition.
    • You cannot be a current paid pole instructor
    • Desk Divas CAN enter Pole Addiction
    • E.g. An individual dancer in the group may have been competing professionally in solos competitions and that is fine. But if the group has competed professionally as listed above then they are not eligible. Please email  comps@poledivas.com.au for clarification.
    • Note - your group partners do not have to attend the same Pole Divas location as you, but they must attend a Pole Divas studio and be enrolled in term 4 & 5 2025.

    Dance

    • Must be enrolled for an 8 week period in both Term 4 & 5 2025
    • Have not previously won an amateur national competition
    • Have not previously won or placed in a semi-pro or professional competition.
    • You can be at any level of pole and enter the dance division
    • Desk Divas CAN enter Pole Addiction
    Entries
    • You must submit an entry form for your selected location, forms will be available on this page once entries open
    • There is no audition process - just submit your form, pay your fee and you are in
    • Some studios do have competitor caps so we recommend entering ASAP to avoid missing out
    Pricing

    Entry fee of $50 (subject to change) - included in this cost is your entry fee, professional video and photography package

    Divisions
    • BEGINNERS POLE - Open to beginners & inter prep students
    • INTERMEDIATE POLE - Open to intermediate students
    • ADVANCED POLE - Open to advanced students
    • ELITE POLE - Open to elite prep and elite students
    • GROUP POLE - Open to all levels
    • DANCE DIVISION - Open to all levels

    Please note - not all studios will run all categories, please check with your local studio to confirm.

    Dates
    Venue:
    Pole Divas Studios
    Date:
    • Entries Open - 1st July 2025
    • Entries Close - 8th August 2025
    • Competitors announced and Tickets on sale - 12th August 2025

    Save the date for your local studio

    • Moonee Ponds & Mornington - 6th September 2025
    • Prahran - 7th September 2025
    • Reservoir, Richmond & Ringwood - 13th September 2025
    • Caroline Springs - 14th September 2025
    • Point Cook - 14th September 2025
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