Finalists 2010 - Pro Division

Brynlyn Loomis, NY

She has an extensive background in the performing arts, and a passion for health/fitness. A native of Albuquerque, NM, Brynlyn began her pole dancing journey over three years ago. Brynlyn is an Instructor at New York Pole Dancing and is honored to be accepted as a finalist again this year in the USPDF Championship 2010 (this time as a pro!). "Thanks to family, friends, and all the girls at New York Pole Dancing (staff and students) for your support. To all the amazing fellow competitors, thank you for sharing the stage with me. Enjoy the show!"

Zoraya Judd, UT

www.facebook.com/zorayajudd

Zoraya is a half Argentine, half Swedish mother of 2, wife of 5 years, and business owner. She is a very compassionate and driven woman. She has a genuine love of others. Fitness has played a large role in her life for a long time. Without the help of her husband, family, closest friends and sponsors, she couldn’t have gotten where she is at today. Thank you, Damaged Goods, Atlas Fitness, Studio Soiree, PFA and Kalai.

Alethea Austin, CA

www.BeSpun.com

Alethea has been doing gymnastics since birth in a small town in Indiana and used to compete in elite level meets. "I love pole dancing because it combines my love of music that moves me with raw sexuality and acrobatic ability. When pole dancing I feel extremely free and otherworldly almost like flying or doing something that should be impossible." Alethea graduated from RISD in '02 is an accomplished photographer. She lives in Los Angeles with her husband Keith and teaches pole dancing at BeSpun Gym. www.youtube.com/aletheaaustin

Karol Helms, NC

www.polepraxis.com

Karol Helms is famous in the youtube community for her incredible pole stunts. Her love of movement started when she took gymnastics as a child and continued through high school where she was an active member of her dance team. She has seven years of experience as a professional pole artist and has won the title of Miss Poleapalooza Charlotte for two consecutive years. As an instructor, Karol loves teaching others to find confidence and strength through pole dancing.

Takeila Fox, NC

www.wix.com/takeilafox/takeila

Takeila is a professional pole dancer, instructor also an aspiring fitness model, who has been pole dancing for going on 3 years. Without any professional training she began to compete in pole dancing competitions and has recently placed 3rd in the USPDF East Coast Regional. Her main goal in competing is to change the views of the closed minded so that pole dancing can be viewed as an art.

 

Jessalynn Medairy, MD

www.polepressure.com

Pole Dancing has taken her everywhere and there is nothing she would rather do! Jessalynn performed in the 2008 & 2009 Pole Unity Show in England, is an International Pole Dance Instructor and Performer, a Top 12 US Pole Dancer in Winter of 2009 (USPDF National Competition), and was the October 2008 Centerfold for Pole2Pole Magazine. Jessalynn has since been in nearly a dozen Pole2Pole Magazine issues and promotes Pole Fitness everywhere!

Lauren Goldstein, NY

Lauren has been pole dancing for four years. She has taught for Xpose Fitness, and currently teaches for New York Pole Dancing. She is thrilled to be participating in her third USPDF competition, and share her passion with the pole dancing community!

Amber Richard, CA

www.poletential.com

 Amber Richard has been a ballet dancer since the age of five. She pursued her love of dance at UC Irvine, graduating with a BA in Dance, and is currently studying Physical Therapy. Amber discovered pole dancing in 2008 and loves the mix of artistic expression, confidence boost, and fitness workout that it provides. Amber entered her first pole dance competition in 2009, winning the West Coast Regional USPDF Championship! Amber is known for her elegant, balletic style which emphasizes extensions, grace, and fluidity. 

Estee Zakar, CA

www.ESTEEZAKAR.com

Born in Los Angeles and in graduate school in Social Work. Pole dancing allows me to combine my love for gymnastics and dance. I am the spokes model for X-Pole USA and am sponsored by Mighty Grip and Bad Kitty Apparel. I hope to use pole dance fitness as a way to empower women to feel strong and sexy. Pole dancing is not only the best and most creative form of fitness; it is art. I am thrilled to be a part of this journey!

Gabrielle Valliere, NY

Gabrielle has always been passionate about health, fitness and dance. She has been dancing for 27 years and was an NFL cheerleader for many years. She has been pole dancing for 5 year and is currently an instructor at NY Pole Dancing. Her passion for health and fitness expands beyond her love of dance: she is a practicing vegan and is currently pursuing a Nursing degree. She loves integrating pole dancing into people’s lives to augment their health and well- being.

Sarah Cretul, FL

I am 21 years old, born in the country of Romania in the famous city of Transylvania. My family moved to the states when I was just 3 years old. I have been pole dancing for nearly 5 years and am self taught in this art. I currently live in Florida. I am 5'3" tall and Weigh 105 lbs. I’m also a paranormal investigator (ghost hunter).

Leigh Ann Orsi, CA

www.bespun.com

Leigh is a Southern California native who grew up on the stages of Hollywood as a child actress. “I have always been an athlete. I’ve competed in springboard diving, circus arts, and kickboxing. I bring my background in entertainment, acrobatics, and martial arts to the pole room.” She started pole dancing at 19 and opened her own studio, BeSpun, at 25. She currently lives and works in Hollywood, Ca with her husband Chris Reilly, former professional fighter and owner of the boys' gym next door, www.LegendsMMA.com.