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May 5, 2022 28 mins

Starting out as a work-study at Body and Pole Dalijah Franklin has been teaching pole dance for 14 years and taught in 15 different countries. Her experience ranges from teaching ages 6 to 70 and dealing with a variety of different personalities. In this episode Dalijah shares with you the top six things she has learned along the way:

1. Know your shit and have the certifications.

2. you are not going to know everything and it will be ok.

3. Lead by example.

4. Get to know your students and spend a little time with them.

5. Keep it spicy.

6. Be yourself.

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