It’s that time of the year where we’re scouring stores and sites for the perfect holiday gift. Even when you know someone really well, picking the right gift might feel daunting. Our motto: when in doubt, go practical! If you have a pole dancer or aerialist on your holiday shopping list, here is a list of awesome, practical gifts they’ll use day in and day out. Don’t worry, you can thank us later… 1. Grip Aid The holy grail of training—grip aid! No matter their apparatus, grip aid is a hugely thoughtful and practical gift they’ll use each and every day. There are a lot of grip aids out there, so doing some research for their specific apparatus might be helpful. But if you’re in a pickle, you can’t go wrong with Dry Hands! Pole dancers and aerialists of all kinds consider this one a must-have in their training bag. 2. Warm Up Jacket or Sweatshirt Especially during the winter, a warm up jacket makes the perfect gift for the always-cold dancer in your lift. Cozy but functional warm-up gear helps to make winter training more bearable and comfortable, and helps you get your sweat on a little bit faster! 3. Studio Merch Pole dancers and aerialists are proud of what they do, so help them show it off with merch from their studio! This gift is personal and supports both the dancer and their studio at the same time. If you’re shopping for a Luna student (or yourself), contact us to see when our store opens next for holiday gifts. Click here to send us a message! 4. Massage Gift Card Climbs, flips, inverts…my back hurts just writing about it. If you know anything about pole dancing or aerial arts, you know that it’s hard work. And with hard work comes the occasional ache, pain, and muscle stiffness. Getting them a massage gift card allows them to relax and release some tension so they can come back to the studio refreshed and ready to fly! 5. Grippy Socks Perfect for pole warmups or keeping your feet warm (but not slippy) during aerial training! Studio floors (and the apparatuses) can be slick, so a fun pair of socks with a grippy bottom will quickly become a training staple. 6. Apparel Look good, feel good, right? You can’t go wrong with a cute pole or aerial outfit! Whether it’s for an upcoming performance or for everyday practice, what you wear contributes to your sense of confidence. 7. The Best Gift of All: A Gift Card To Their Favorite Studio! Pole dancers and aerialists put a lot of time, effort, and resources into their training. The best gift you could possibly give them is a gift card to their studio! Show your support with a class or two on you. Bonus Idea: are you new to the pole dance or aerial arts world and looking to treat yourself during all the holiday chaos? Gift yourself an introductory workshop with us in Frederick, Maryland! 
