Some don’t see it as performing art
Getting past the sleazy image for a start
It isn’t just stripping for others gratification
The elegance of some needs appreciation
Moves that require strength unknown
Grace & poise that are shown
Elegantly up the pole they ascend
Then a thrilling drop to descend
Head first down to the ground
Causing gasps all around
Stopping inches from the floor
Get’s the crowd wanting to see more
Heart in mouth moves that enthral
Tingles up the spine that crawl
Up so high in outstretched pose
Must feel like flying I suppose
Then just like a trapeze role
They move along from pole to pole
Using monkey bars across the top
Without a net to stop a drop
To the floor & cause a commotion
All set to music that stirs emotion
Between the poles your act will show
As you give a kiss & love it, we know
The use of a pole is not all they do
On hoops & silks they can perform too
You just have to clear your mind
To see its dance of a different kind
The training to perform an act
Takes years of practice that’s a fact
And fitness levels of a gymnast
To create memories that will last
Or inspire others to have a go
Then maybe they will know
What it feels like way up high
As they climb a pole towards the sky
Copyright © William Gregory 2012
Inspired by seeing their talents & abilities
Also dedicated to all performance artists in this profession