The only "local" tape I have found in arizona would be at the home depot. They tend to carry a handful of colorful vinyl tapes. But what I have found is buying tape from identi-tape.com is actually cheaper (way cheaper vinyl tape especially) so the shipping/handling balances out for me. Identi-tape also gives you a 15% discount on your order if it is over $100. What I use to do was get a few friends together to place a big tape order. Then you will get the discount! You can find gaffers tape at sports stores, but again, if you buy in bulk, it will be cheaper online. Good luck. Making your own custom hoop is the best! And its wicked addictive.

Hi Anna! I work at a dance fitness studio in Tempe and run hoop making workshops there. I buy most my tape from identi-tape, but I needed some extra gaffer's tape recently, so I found some locally at Reel Men in Phoenix. They're a film supplies shop and have 1" and 2" gaff tape in white and black.

I'm running my next workshop on Saturday September 19th for $25, if you'd rather just have all the supplies provided for you! =)

If you're interested, here's the website: clients.mindbodyonline.com/adm/home.asp

Good luck!