There are different suppliers of poles: Some poles are cheap, but not stable enough to dance acrobatic elements. Basically, pole dance poles differ by the following criteria: Static or Spinning Poles: Static Poles are immobile, while Spinning Poles rotate around themselves. Models that you can use in both static and spinning mode are especially practical. Mounting method: You can either mount your pole between the ceiling and the floor or place it freely in the room. The latter variant is called Stage and is suitable for households where the ceilings and floors are not sufficiently stable. But for this it is also more expensive than the regular pole, which is clamped between the ceiling and floor or mounted permanently. Diameter: The diameter of a pole dance pole should fit the size of your hand. It’s best to just try different sizes to find out which diameter suits you best. Material: Chrome is the most common material for pole dance poles. Stainless steel is especially suitable as an alternative for people with a chrome allergy. There are also pole dance poles that are coated with silicone. This provides a firm grip even with clothes on, making it great for photo shoots but not so great for everyday workouts. In most cases, it makes sense to choose the material and diameter you already know from training in the gym.