#2 Kyra Johannesen: Co-Owner of Body & Pole, Performing Artist and Maven of the Aerial Arts

In this episode host Amira Lamb speaks with Kyra Johannesen. Kyra is the co-owner and pole fitness instructor at Body & Pole Studios in New York City. Body & Pole is an aerial dance school where fitness meets aerial dance. Kyra is also one of the creators and master trainer for Elevated which is a training and certification program for pole fitness instructors. She is also one of the founders and choreographers for AERA, an aerial dance company. TOPICS INCLUDE: Physical and non-physical benefits of working with the pole, lyra, and silks Differences between performing and competing and what her preference is The politics in pole competitions The business of setting up a pole dance studio Her movement inspirations The politics in competing Developing stage presence Her biggest lessons in life and business QUOTES:  "I fail a lot which leads me to succeeding a lot. I've failed a lot (long pause) to get good." "I believe everything is possible. So I just do it. I an unafraid. I am unafraid of failure. It's OK if I fail." "Express yourself in a new way. Connect with your body in a new way." "Surround yourself with people who love what you do." Take a minute to leave a RATING and/or a REVIEW!  This will help boost show ratings so that more people will know that this show exists!  You can also support the show by supporting our awesome and hand-picked sponsors: SUITS YOU SWIMWEAR: Use the code BSBshow for 10% off your entire order. This is who I order my custom competition suits through. CARBON38: Use the code AMIRAL50 for $50 off your first order over $200. If you're already a customer, use this referral link to support the show! GO ROLL: Use the code AMIRA for 10% off your purchase of the coolest foam roller ever. It doubles as a gym bag and comes with a yoga/stretch strap! BE BOLD. STAY STRONG. LET YOUR BEAUTY SHINE!