Grace, strength, flexibility, power — all words that can be used to describe these stunning videos from Jenyne Butterfly [1], a pole dancer and aerialist recently featured in the Netflix documentary Strip Down, Rise Up [2]. Jenyne is a legend in the pole community. She was the first US Pole Dance champion, performed with Cirque du Soleil [3] for several years, and has taught pole and aerial workshops in more than 50 countries, among other accolades.
But what comes through when watching Jenyne — especially in her more intimate videos dancing from home during the COVID-19 pandemic — is the sheer happiness she has found in being a pole athlete [4]. We've rounded up 11 of her most thrilling and beautiful videos, including some recent ones filmed during her pregnancy. Prepare to be inspired!
