Happy hoopers love to tell their story! Here's what some of ours have to say:
"Love hooping, It is so much fun I don't even think I'm exercising! The time goes by and stress and worry disappear! Diane is a fabulous teacher, very encouraging and has a great way to help me learn!!" — Angela, age 51
"I love hooping with Diane. She creates a positive, nurturing environment
that encourages learning and stimulates experimentation. She’s
always responsive to individual needs and offers helpful tips and demonstrations
to improve technique. Her passion and talent for hooping are infectious
and they make her group sessions really fun. She picks music with excellent
beat too. I’m a middle-aged convert!" — Heather,
age 50
"We are 3 generations of hula hoop devotees - My mom (age 74), my daughter (age 9) and myself (age 43). We all LOVE hoop dancing! Best exercise I have ever done - great workout - so much fun! I learn a new move every class - the learning curve is great and challenging enough that I'm really proud of myself when I finally "get it". No matter what my mood going to class - I feel fabulous when I'm done - those whirling dervishes knew something! It calms my mind, gets my energy up. Best of all, my husband loves watching all my sensuous new moves (wink, nudge, say-no-more) ;)" — Mardi, age 43
"I am so grateful for Diane creating the space and atmosphere for playing with hula hoops ~ I love dancing and yoga ... hooping is like icing on the cake! It's a great way to experience our own bodies ~ playfulness, creativity, co-ordination, rhythm and FUN!!! If anything at least come watch and allow yourself to be inspired. Thanks again Diane for sharing your passion and enthusiasm, you rock lady!!!" — rebecka, Age 30
"Get in the loop and start hooping. Diane's shining passion, clear instruction and great music have inspired me. What a wonderful way to play, dance, exercise, tune into myself and connect with others." — Alia, Age 52
"I'm 54, and hooping showed me how out of shape I am, while
offering an interesting solution as well as vision. Frankly, I'm terrible
at it, but when I was a kid, it was natural. Diane has made it fun for
me, and now I can actually ride the ring. Hand stuff is pretty easy for
me, and fun. I look forward to hooping to keep in shape. I can't
recommend Diane's program enough. She's informative, sensitive and instructive,
kind all around. It was powerful for me and my spouse." — FRANK,
AGE 54
"When my friend invited me to her hooping class I was very reluctant to go as I just couldn't seem to get the swing of it anymore. I thought I was too old to hoop. After several months of watching her transform after every class, I just had to try. She explained that Diane provided the class with several different sized hoops to practice with and I should keep trying till I found one that worked for me. The first class was somewhat embarrassing as I got most of my exercise from picking the hoop back up from the floor. I persevered and finally found the hoop that wanted to keep swirling around my waist. The best part of that class was how everyone was so friendly to me and didn't make me feel an outcast because it was difficult for me. After I found my hoop, I also found my bliss. That is what hooping is for me. Blissful, transforming, energizing and not to forget the inches I've lost off my hips! It is also the most fun workout I've ever had and I never never get bored. Thanks Diane for making every class fun and for making every member feel special." —Wendy, age 52
""Wow, Diane! What a great hoop class tonight! You created such a fun, playful atmosphere and made beginners like me and ZoD feel totally welcome. We're hooked! AND you are such a beautiful hoop dancer! Thank you for your kindness and encouragement, and for inspiring us with your passion for hooping!" — UNA, age 45, and ZoD AGE 53