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HoopDancing Workshops

Workshops are an exciting way to quick-start your hooping. Perfect for people who can't make a commitment to ongoing classes and who have a place to hoop at home. During these two-hour workshops, you'll learn the core moves of hoopdance that will allow you to build a solid foundation to dance from. The pace is active but not exhausting! After participating in Level One, you are welcome to drop-in at Roberts Creek HoopGroup jam sessions for more practice and fun.

What to Wear/Bring

  • Comfortable yoga-type clothing (non-slippery fabrics) without bulk around the waist
  • Bring layers (a sweater or fleece) to wear until you warm up
  • Short or sleeveless tops are preferable because hoops grip to skin best
  • Flat-soled shoes (non-scuffing soles, please), or bare feet
  • Practice hoops are provided, but you are welcome to bring your own if you have one
  • Water!

    • register online and view workshop dates

    Intro to HoopDancing, Level Two

    Prerequisites: None. Participants should be able to take part in low-to-medium intensity cardio activity.
    Age level: 12 and up
    Duration: 2 hours incl. break
    Level 1 Skills:
    • basic forward and side stance waist hooping
    • 360° spin; moving around in all directions
    • “passing”, “halos” (one-handed, two-handed)
    • “floating”
    • first-hand corkscrews
    • intro to reverse direction

    Intro to HoopDancing: Level Two

    workshop dates TO BE ANNOUNCED

    If you've completed the Intro to HoopDancing Level One workshop, or are proficient in Level One skills and would be interested in attending Level Two, please let us know. While our hooping community is still growing, we'll schedule workshops according to demand.

    Building upon the core moves from Level 1, learn increased control of your hoop, and add more skills to your repertoire. Continue to strengthen and open your body, and become more confident in the hoop!
    Prerequisites: Level 1 or proficiency in Level 1 skills. Participants should be able to take part in medium-intensity cardio activity.
    Age level: 12 and up
    Workshop Duration: 2 hours incl. break
    Level 2 Skills:
    • “Hand-off Halo”
    • The “Swoop”
    • More corkscrews
    • Hip hooping and hip/waist transitions
    • “Hand-off”; chest hooping, waist & hip angles