My friend did it, and eventually her and another mate bought a pole to share. You can get ones that you put up at home, which is what they bought. She's very toned now, although she was covered in bruises while she was learning.
The only downside now is that when you're out on the town, she seems only able to dance like a stripper these days, which is odd, as what she does on the pole is more gymnastic, than pornographic!!! Anyway, keeps all of us amused!