There's nothing more empowering than changing people's perceptions. It's always been that, the art of pole fitness or pole dancing has always been looked upon strangely. Or rather, disapprovingly. 

Little do we realise that this form of exercise requires patience, grace, and the knowledge of movements and momentum. Yes, physics. 

It's a shame that I can't even climb up the pole without being a serious danger to myself. You guys should have seen my crew! Hi-laaarious!

Here's Susanna Vesna, a cloth-stitcher, fashion-blogger, cat woman, and a pole-climber and this is her one year celebration of pole fitness. I am so glad I was the one to take her anniversary photos! 

Follow her blog if you also want to know more about the sport. 

Many thanks to:

Pole Fitness Celebrator: Susanna Vesna 
Location: Cobra Fitness, Al Bandar, Abu Dhabi, UAE.
Video: Lightronin 
Second Shooter: Ellaine Fatima
Assistance: Sabira Huda