A good session on the pole can burn about 250 calories and can provide more muscle tone.

Some moves are trickier than others. Imagine having to support your entire weight with one arm, or supporting your upper body weight with your stomach muscles to get an idea of the level of effort involved.

Anybody can learn how to pole dance, regardless of age, shape, fitness level or gender.

Deb Riley teaches pole dancing at Pole Queens in Market Street, Longton.

Up to four people can be taught in a private lesson, which lasts for an hour.

To find out more, visit www.thisisstaffordshire.co.uk/poledance or call 07884 423234.