Jessalynn Medairy, Maryland
Has been Pole Dancing for Fitness for 3 consecutive years and has found a passion like no other in this form of dance. She performed in the Pole Unity Show in England in June of 2008 and many other performances in England with Sally-Ann Giles (Miss Pole Dance UK) in November of 2008. Jessalynn’s style is “edgy” and “infectious”! She is very excited to see all of the American styles in this US Pole Dancing Competition!
Brynlyn Loomis, New York
She has an extensive background in the performing arts, and a passion for health/fitness. Brynlyn began her pole dancing journey over two years ago and was recently selected to pole dance at the launch of Yummie Tummie Shapewear. Brynlyn is honored to be accepted as a competitor in the USPDF Championship 2009. "Thanks to family, friends, and all the NYPD girls (staff and students) for your support. To all the amazing fellow competitors, thank you for sharing the stage with me.. Enjoy the show!"
Michula Renee Nunez, California
www.antixfitness.comIs a native Californian who grew up doing competitive gymnastics. She discovered pole dancing 10 years ago and began instructing in 2003. After a few years, she realized she preferred instructing pole dancing due to its creativity and potential as a legitimate sport. Michula, now a master-instructor, opened up her pole dance studio in February 2007 and just celebrated its 3rd year! She is an active board member of the Pole Fitness Association and member of the U.S. Pole Dance Federation.
Sarah Cretul, Florida
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).
Chika, Oklahoma
Hello everyone. My name is Chika. I’m from Japan. I live in Oklahoma. Fun place. Anyway I am really excited about the competition. I’m looking forward to seeing you all. Chika
Lauren, New York
There is nothing Lauren loves more than dancing on a pole. When she was invited to a Bachelorette party at Xpose Fitness in Baltimore, her life transformed. It was love at first spin, and within months she progressed into a skilled, sassy instructor. When she moved back to New York, she continued her passion by joining the New York Pole Dancing staff. Lauren finds pole dancing to be her ultimate expression: natural as breathing. She is absolutely thrilled to be a part of the USPDF competition!
Alethea, California
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
Denise Brown, Tennessee
My name is Denise Brown. I’m happily married & the proud mother of two beautiful daughters. I’m the owner & instructor of Vertical Expressions Pole Aerobic Dance & Aerial Arts Studio. I’ve expressed myself in various dance styles since a very young age. I have placed in many pole competitions & won several awards. I’m also an aerial arts & pole performer for various bands & clubs. Pole Dancing is my true passion & I’m extremely honored being able to share it with others.
Caterina Gennaro, California
http://www.poleates.com
She has excelled as a competitive gymnast, international model, underwater shark diver and photographer for the Discovery Channel, and as one of the top pole dancers in the world. "I'm in the best shape of my life. I feel better, sexier, more confident than at any other time. Pole dancing is the perfect sensual escape for me balancing my busy career and raising twins." Cat opened Poleates in 2006 and is currently expanding to Paris, New York and Beverly Hills.
Gabrielle Valliere, New York
I have been dancing for 26 years and danced professionally for the NFL for 5 years. I started pole dancing four years ago; I began teaching in Massachusetts and am currently teaching at NY Pole Dancing. In addition to be addicted to pole dancing, I am addicted to education. I have a B.S. in Anthropology from Brown University, an M.S. in Child Life from Wheelock College, and am now pursing a Nursing degree. I love integrating pole dancing into people’s lives in order to augment their overall health and well-being.
Jenyne Butterfly, Nevada
www.jenyne.comJenyne is a multi-talented artist from the Northwestern part of the United States. She resides in Las Vegas performing as Jenyne Butterfly on a variety of aerial apparatus including: silks, hoop, rope, trapeze, hammock, and her specialty is pole. She has won several competitions and holding the title of Jenyne ìpole queenîÖ Pole-a-palooza champion three years running, Princess on the Pole, Miss Seamless, and Píolympics. Jenyne has taught pole workshops all over US, and hopes to continue to do so all over the world. Pole dancers unite!
www.myspace.com/jenynebutterfly
Lian Tal, New York
Lian was born in Israel and came to the US at the age of 20, after serving in the Israeli military for 2 years. Lian has always loved dance in all its’ forms. Lian discovered pole dancing a year and 8 months ago. She fell in love with the sport and found herself practicing religiously. Lian started teaching pole dance out of her home studio in Manhattan a year ago and is now in the process of opening a pole/fitness studio.
