What surprising moment led you to discover a passion you never knew you had? How did it transform your life? 

In this week's episode, Sarah "Polerina" will share her story, recounting the journey of how she serendipitously discovered her love for pole dancing while searching for activities on Groupon. She is the perfect example of someone who dared to venture beyond her comfort zone and stumbled upon something unexpectedly remarkable. 

In this episode:

• People avoid pole dance for the first time because they're not athletic, flexible or fit enough; but pole dance is for everybody.
• Stress and pressure don't guarantee victory, which is why finding enjoyment in the competition is crucial to our mental health.
• If you're thinking about trying pole dancing, just do it and be amazed by what it does to you physically and mentally.
• We can embrace our body and choose what aspects we wish to showcase on a public platform.

A little about Sarah:

Sarah fell head over Pleaser Heels for pole dancing in 2015 and specializes in low flow and heelwork. With a passion for the fundamentals and the unconventional, she helps beginners to advanced dancers connect with their inner magic.

A lover of the tallest platforms and the tiniest of details, she cultivates her own brand of sinuous and intoxicating flow. Sarah is a certified Heels and Liquid Motion Pole instructor, and has won several awards in Pole Sport Organization, CPFA Pro Supershow, and CPFA Nationals.

Her classes and workshops are rooted in the fundamentals and focused on technique, sensuality and play. Sarah firmly believes that there is no one perfect way to pole dance, and that you can always make your basics look advanced.

Follow Sarah! Instagram: @sarah.polerina