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materials to make hoops

2008-07-25T10:09:18Z

I know this will have been posted endlessly before, but where in the UK is a good supplier of mdpe water pipe? Preferably sold by the metre! HAve found 25mm in rolls, but really looking for 20mm.Thanks to Sue for the rest of the stuff!xx

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Hoopers wanted for event in Barnet on 2nd August.

2008-07-25T07:32:29Z

Hi All,
I have been contacted by someone who is running a corporate event on 2nd August in the Barnet area.
They want to include hooping as part of an array of events and activities, and are looking for a 'team' of 6-10 hoopers to perform, demonstrate, teach and run workshops/classes. You will need to take hoops for participants to use.
This is a whole day event and is as much a performance as a teaching opportunity.

If you think you would be able to do this (it clashes with the L2 Hoopgirl training in Nuneaton), then please message me for further details.

Happy hooping!
(cross posted from London hoopers tribe)

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Gower, South Wales 24th-27th July Small chilled gathering of hoopers and spinners.

2008-07-22T06:06:01Z

Due to Play being Cancelled and us being very short on cash Jon and I decided to set up a mini meet in Llangennith. You are all most welcome to come along and hoop, spin or just chill on the beach with us.

Details can be found here:- http://www.hyperloophoop.com/Forum/viewtopic.php?t=184

I know it's short notice, but we were uming and ahhhhring about going to another event instead and didn't want to invite a whole bunch of people over to the Gower and then not turn up ourselves hehehe.

Don't worry about not having met any of us before, or that kind of thing as we are very friendly and we don't bite. It would be great to be able to put some names to faces.

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Barefoot festival in Leicestershire!

2008-07-20T09:14:12Z

Anyone coming to this:
http://tribes.tribe.net/barefootgoddess

It's a really good weekend - lots of spinners, but no hoopers yet! Gorgeous countryside, lovely people, show & workshops all weekend: poi, capoeiera, bellydance, samba......I don't want to be the lone hooper there!!!

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Who's seen our Sue on Hooping.org?

2008-07-18T23:10:30Z

Just having an amble through some of my fave sites and came across Sue from fancy tapes! Fab hoop, fab hooping and great music. Anyone else had a look?

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Hoop Teacher wanted in London.

2008-07-18T17:46:14Z

Hi all,

I thought I would put this on Tribe because it is likely to reach more people who can offer help.

I have had an enquiry from someone wanting a Hoop Teacher to teach a one hour course on a Saturday morning in Central London.

This is at 11:30am and would run for 4 weeks starting on Saturday 27th September and running up to, and including, 18th October.

I know several of you are in the London area, but maybe central London, and a Saturday lunchtime don't work for all of you.

So, can anyone help?

If so drop me a message and I will put you in touch with the lady so you can discuss prices etc yourself.

It is a bit too far for me to travel.... *smiles*

John.

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Selling Hoops - part 2.

2008-07-18T11:40:40Z

As a potential hoop-seller myself I just wanted to ask the "pros" if it's possible to make a living out of making and selling hoops? How much time is spent making them? Do you make a batch ready for future requests or do you make them as and when requested?

I realise that it might easily be something that I could get bored of if I spent *all* my time doing it which would mean that doing it part time, "on the side", would be much more attractive and less stressful. And then comes the question of trying to strike a balance between supply and demand; not to mention "for love" or "for profit" (or both??)

Would be interested to hear - through other hoopers' experiences - the "pros" and "cons" of making and selling hoops.

t. x

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Nuneaton Meets

2008-07-17T16:34:20Z

We are having a spin meet 25th- onwards due to a festival cancellation and seems as though i have booked it as holiday thought i would have an extra meet this month. Anyone who loves to spin, wiggle,juggle etc is more than welcome to come.
These are usualy held on the second weekend of the month, weather,travel and hippies permitting lol and are usualy in the main park in town called Riversley Park. in the really bad weather it is actually at my house (we have a park less than 5 minutes away) and this is because even though i do not mind spinning and hooping in the rain my kids complain lol so it is easier that way.
Thought i would let you guys know

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Big Chill Festival 1st-3rd August

2008-07-17T06:37:18Z

Hey everyone,

I will be working at the nice chai cafe in the healing area at the Big Chill this year, apparently there is going to be a circus performance thing right next to the cafe as well.
Pop by and say hello if you're there and we can have a chai and a hoop together!

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Accomodation for hoopgirl

2008-07-16T19:08:11Z

Hi guys not sure how many people are doing hoopgirl but I am probably going to do level one and level 2. BUT i have just looked at hotels and they are pretty expensive so I have also looked at self catering cottages and this would work out cheaper if there were a few of us who were willing to share. So if anyone is traveling up to nuneaton for the course and would be interested send me a message and maybe we could work out somewhere cheap to stay where we can cook our own food and we might even have a garden where we can practice hooping in the evening!!!.
love gail xx

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Hopping By to say Hi

2008-07-16T19:05:57Z

I met a few of you yesterday and so i thought i would join up to keep in touch with people and make new friends.
I have been hooping for a fair few years now and have two boys who also hoop. I am yet to get my other half picking one up though.
I am from Nuneaton and am mainly known as froggy,Gothfrogette, Mal or Melanie.
We have monthly meets on the second weekend of the month where all skills are welcome.
Lots of hugs to all
Froggy

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Secret Garden Party, 24th-27th July

2008-07-16T16:55:31Z

Anyone else going to this???

t. x

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Selling Hoops!

2008-07-11T13:35:31Z

Hello all!

I am very new to hooping (black and blue & very frustrated at the moment!!).. I have been making my own for a couple of months after researching how to etc. on the internet.. but I have a question that I hope someone might be able to help with.. !

I have only been making hoops for myself and my friends but I am thinking about selling them at local events - if I do, where do I stand on the safety / legal side of things? Do the hoops have to go through a saftey standard test or something before I can sell them to the public? I'm just worried that I'll get "busted" if there are regulations that I should be following and am not aware of them!! I don't want to sell until I'm sure I'm ok to do so!

Any advice would be greatly appreciated!! Thank you!! :)

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Hoopers Meeting up at the Play festival 23-27 july 2008

2008-07-11T13:18:41Z

Hi all,
I was wondering how many hoopers were going to come along to the Play Festival at Llanfyllin, Wales?
http://www.playfestival.co.uk

I was hoping to set up a beginners workshop or two and also a few trick swap sessions.
Hyperloop Hoops will be there with a stall, so we will hopefully have a good amount of space outside the stall for hooping in and we will also have a chill out area under an awning to take a break, have a drink and a chat.

The festival is fairly small scale, so no panic of being over powered if it's your first festival. There will be renegade acts and shows/music on most nights and the rest of the time is laid back learning time. There will be juggling, Acro, Contact Juggling, Poi, Staff, Contact Staff, Hula-Hoop, Contact Poi, Unicycling, Face Painting, Balloon Modeling, Daily and Nightly Shows, Workshops, Bands, Loads of Live Music, devil stick, single/double/triple Diabolo, stilt walking, street performance, whips, fire, yoyo. Children are welcome, but must be supervised at all times.

If getting there is a problem for you,check out the forum on the website to see if you can find a lift share. There is also info on public transport on the website.

Looking forward to seeing as many of you as possible!

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A very hard decision - which psi hoop?!?

2008-07-09T20:16:05Z

So i have persuaded my boyfriend that spending around £150 on a hula hoop is a good idea, and he has agreed to buy me one for my birthday.
I already know that i want a PSI, but what kind? I want it to be mega bright with lots of colours. I will get the whole 24 leds, but what types and is it worth getting 2 circuits. Patrick from PSIHOOPS has sugessted 16 dragonfly and 8 elfin. But i have no idea. I was thinking 12 elfin on one curcuit and 12 dragonfly on the other, but then i think i would just have both circuits on every time i use it anyway so there is probably no point.

Also i am very happy with my 40" 20mm hoop, that is a little flexible. I want to match this as close as possible. What did everyone else get? flexible or stiff?
This is a very hard decision. I know a lot of you have already got PSIHOOPS. Please help!!!! Many thanks X X X

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Reminder - Sunday Hoop Club - 6th July

2008-07-06T17:18:42Z

Hi all - I can't believe the weather and I'm so glad I kept my dates at Jacksons Lane so there is some shelter from the rain!

Do please join me for two hours in Studio 1, Jacksons Lane, 269a Archway Road, London N6 5AA. (http://www.jacksonslane.org.uk)
Time: 2pm to 4pm
Cost: £5 (children/concessions £3.50)

I will bring music, hoops and a sunny disposition in defiance of the weather!
Bring with you anything you will need including a hoop (if you prefer) and any music you want to share.
The cafeteria isn't always open, but there are eateries a few doors down if you are peckish.

Jacksons Lane is closed during August, so fingers crossed for good weather so we can meet at a park to be arranged.
(Cross posted on London Hoopers tribe)

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Saturday in Nuneaton

2008-07-06T10:32:55Z

Well, Saturday will be here before we know it and some of us will get the chance to meet up and hoop together in Nuneaton. Here is a rough time-table and plan. If you can come to one, two or all three of the separate sections it will be lovely to meet you and I'm sure we will have some hoopy fun.

10am - 12 noon
We will be hooping in Nuneaton town centre for fun and to hand out leaflets and encourage folk to come along to the park in the afternoon for the various events taking place there. Our job in the town is to act as an advertisement. There are a number of other events taking place in the town at the same time, also to encourage people to come and join in the park fun later. This means we are not exactly sure where we will be, but John is certain we will be in one of about three places, all easy to find. So if you can come and join us for this part of the day he recommends that you park in the Ropewalk multistory car park. From there, walk across the footbridge and go down the escalator. At the bottom, turn right and walk all the way through the shopping complex in a straight line and out the doors at the end. We may be here, by the fountain, but this is a popular spot so we may not be here! :~) If not, turn right and keep walking until you find us. The other squares are in a line from here.

1 - 4pm
Riversley Park (within walking distance of the town centre) John is expecting to have a roped off area provided to encourage people to pick up a hoop and have a go. Last year he was a bit swamped with enthusiastic people, so if any of us fancy giving him a hand, showing people how to start, selling them a hoop, encouraging them etc it will be appreciated. But at the same time we are free to do our own thing and dance to our own music near-by. Again, the spectacle of us hooping (and it's a certain spectacle if I'm hooping!) will hopefully draw folk in and encourage them to have a go. There will be some fair rides and other things going on, so it should be a good afternoon. As I say, last year was very busy.

When the band stand is in session we will be able to hoop to them (but not compete with them using our stereo) but the park is big, if we want to move off there is space.

Then in the evening there is a picnic with a brass band in aid of a Hospice in the nearby grounds of the George Elliot hospital. £5 fee I think, bring your own food and drink and enjoy the music. At first John thought we were going to be doing a demonstration in the interval and encouraging people to have a go again, but there are question marks above this at the moment.

However, there will be a space to the side of the main lawn where this is happening that we will be able to hoop along to the band if we want to, or we can just chill out and enjoy the evening (lets hope it's dry).

Being far from home and outside all day taking a picnic for the evening, or even lunch, will be logistically difficult so I guess there is a high probability of dashing off to M&S for sandwiches and juice at various points.

I would warn that if you bring your own hoops, bring a means to keep them together so that they don't get pinched or used by newbies and keep your eye on them. I will tie mine together and possibly put a label round them.

John is sorting out a cd player, I'll be bringing some music, but I would really appreciate it if you brought some of your favorite hooping tunes along too.

Please can you respond to this post and let us know if you are coming to join us and for which bits.

Thanks.

Sue

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World Hoop Day 08/08/08 in the UK ?

2008-07-06T10:24:26Z

Is anyone organising anything in the UK for World Hoop Day this year?

I am busy with the HoopGirl training until 4th August, so 8th August is a bit too close to arrange something else. *smiles*

It is also a shame that 8th is a Friday.

So, anything happening anywhere?

If not too far I may take a day off work and come along myself.

I look forward to your replies.

John.

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Rugger Tavern, Nuneaton

2008-07-05T23:22:27Z

John asked me to write a little report on the Rugger Tavern as I understand a few of you are booked in for Hooopgirl training in August.

It is run by Mr Singh and family who together with the staff were very welcoming, friendly and helpful. It was clean and tidy.

The rooms are pretty basic with twin beds, two tables, wardrobe, towels and TV .. But adequate. Only one pillow on each bed but as I was alone I doubled up. The road outside is a bit noisy but I love fresh air so slept with the window open but slept well in spite of noise. (Haha after a few drinks at bar !! )

There is a wash room with four toilet cubicles and three wash hand basins and mirrors. There is a shower room with four shower cubicles. All clean and hot and cold water worked well. There were two electric hand driers but neither seemed to work for me although they were both switched on.

Bed mattresses were a bit thin and one could feel the springs by hand but actually they turned out comfortable.

I think I was the only customer and had room 1 but with eleven rooms if all were occupied there could be some congestion with the showers and loos at rush hour !!

The pub was good and friendly with golden oldies background music. A pint of Tetley’s was only £2 .. cheapest I have known in years !! A large Grouse was £4.20.

Now the excellent bit, the restaurant was amazing imo. Eat as much as you like from 21 indian dishes, lamb, chicken, tandori chicken, 4 different rice’s, 4 potatoes and baji dishes and all sorts of salads and spices. Colour coded for hotness .. Red, orange and green.

If you want a sweet it is £1.90 extra but I just had two dinners !! Chicken then Lamb and Tandori Chicken.

There is no breakfast and you just let yourself out in the morning. There are two staircases, one to the pub and one to direct outside access in order for you to come in after hours if it is shut. But along the road are two cafés if you want to eat breakfast.

It has a big car park so once there you can leave your car and easily walk down to John’s Club in a few minutes, just turn left and straight down crossing the road then just across the main road to the right of Library the other side of the little church.

For £20 including the meal I thought it was a real deal.

Pictures: www.slimshader.co.uk/ruggert.jpg

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Travel Hoops

2008-07-04T12:31:53Z

I'm in the market to purchase a travel hoop but I'm a bit out of touch and am not sure as to what is on the market at the minute. Does anyone have any suggestions? I think i would like one that coils down rather than seperates in to parts.

thanks! x

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I was in the paper!

2008-07-02T12:44:43Z

Look, here is a picture of me hooping at the Solstice that was printed in the Salisbury Journal...

http://3401.e-printphoto.co.uk/nqsw/index.cfm?z=z&y=y&p_id=8514104&c_id=93111&action=view

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Hoop Meet centre of England July 5th

2008-06-24T11:03:05Z

Hi Everyone,

Last year we hooped on World Hoop Day (07/07/07) in Nuneaton, and for those that remember the posts about that day it was also the 100th anniversary of Riversley Park being donated to the town.

Because of this, Nuneaton and Bedworth Council agreed to put on a day of celebrations and it was such a succes that they decided to celebrate the park's anniversary every year.

So, this year, on 5th July, I have been asked to do a hooping demonstration in Nuneaton Town Centre between 10:00am and 12:00 noon.

This will be followed during the afternoon from 1:00pm by hooping in the park, along with other activities, charity stalls, and even some fairground rides.

The day doesn't end there, because that evening from around 5:00pm the local Mary Ann Evans Hospice is having a Picnic Proms in their gardens with a Silver Band playing music while people sit having a picnic, drinking wine etc, and guess what, a hooping display during the interval, and a chance for people to "have a go" trying hooping themselves.

So, if you are available, if you can get to Nuneaton, let me know. You will be more than welcome to join in any or all of the events.

Sue has already said she will be there, so come and join in the hooping and lets see just how many hoopers we can get to show off their skills in Nuneaton !!!

Want directions? not a problem, let me know and I will send you more details.

Nuneaton is on the West Coast Mainline between London and Glasgow, so easy access by train, or we are just off junction 3 of the M6.

See you on 5th July.

John.
( Hoop Guy )

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Making Collapsible Hoops

2008-06-22T20:20:31Z

So I've been reading up about making collapsible hoops on jasonunbound.com and he mentions using bungee cord. Being completely clueless on these matters, I thought it only came in 1 size thickness - but have discovered that this isn't the case! Is there a particular size I have to use (6mm, 8mm or 10mm) or does it not really matter? Any tips greatly appreciated. :o)

Thanks muchly!

Tracey

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Creating a hoop related website

2008-06-22T09:07:03Z

Hi,
I am utterly hopeless with computers. I have been trying to design a website using microsoft office small business live, and i am struggling even with this. I just want a basic website to help advertise and promote my classes, Can anyone help, or recommend anyone who can design one for cheap? What have been your experiences with getting your own websites up and running? x x

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hooping workshop confirmed at Barefoot festival, Leicestershire!

2008-06-20T11:53:34Z

Come for the weekend (49) or just the day (25, I believe!). The organiser is looking for performers......xx

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Today is my 1 year Hoopiversary

2008-06-17T09:57:56Z

Can't believe it's been a whole year since I discovered hooping. This time a year ago, I was still battling to keep a toy hoop spinning while I waited for my grown up one to arrive.

Thanks to ALL of you who have been so friendly and supportive during my first year (especially Sharna for being so inspiring and really championing the hoop movement in the UK and Sue for being a brilliant buddy to learn along side, despite the miles and the fact that we've never met!).

I can't believe how much it's taken over my life - my living room is now home to 30+ hoops, a huge box full of tape and rolls of MDPE pipe! If I'm not hooping, I'm usually thinking about hooping, or reading about hooping here on Tribe.

Here's to the next year and learning Sooo much more!

Kitty

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Music to Hoop to

2008-06-15T15:42:49Z

Can we start a thread with recommendations of music to Hoop to? I'm sure we all have our faves and thought it might nice to share our inspiration, as I find that my hooping is different depending on the music I have on.

I'll start the ball rolling... my current faves are 2 dance tracks:

Temple of Dreams by Future Breeze
Komodo by Mauro Picotto

They're a few years old but have cropped up recently on an Aerobix CD I bought for my classes and they are real feel good house tunes to hoop to.

On the flip side, I've just downloaded some Enya for a little spiritual swirling.

Come on guys - Share Please!!!

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Tribe Chat Help

2008-06-12T14:06:07Z

Ok so I'm a bit dull when it comes to computers and have never really been involved on these new fangled forums thingies!! Benn trying to get onto tribe chat but can't seem to do it, can anyone give me some advice? xxx

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Taking hoops on a plane

2008-06-11T15:39:22Z

Hi Folks,

I know there've been loads of threads on the Hula Hooping tribe about taking hoops on aircraft, but they relate to travelling in and from the States/Transatlantic.

Has anyone ever taken a hoop on a budget airline in Europe? In particular, I'm hoping to take my PSI with me. My Inifinity will fit into my travel bag so not a problem, but my PSI doens't coil down that small, so it'll have to be carry on baggage. The restrictions on number of items you can take on board have been lifted from Manchester, so I don't have to choose between my hoop & my hand luggage, but I wonder if I'll have any problems either with them allowing me to take it on board and getting it through security.

Any help much appreciated.

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Hoop Girl Level One course "FULL"

2008-06-09T18:08:13Z

Hello Hoopers,

Hoop Girl Level One training is now "FULL".

Yes, that is correct. Registration is now closed for level one.

So, offering lower prices for early registration has saved us all some money. *smiles*

There are still a few places left for Hoop Girl level two, so if you know anyone who has been thinking about it. tell them to book soon before this also fills up !!

Of course, if you are also doing HoopGirl level two, or if you just want to stay an extra day there will be a chance to hoop in the park on the Saturday to a band playing in the band-stand. (That is of course after a morning of shopping in Nuneaton Market !!!)

I look forward to meeting all of you on Level One soon. Not long to wait now !!!

If you couldn't make the HoopGirl training dates, you can still get some teacher training this year though as I understand that there is to be a new opportunity to take the Body Hoops level one training in the London area October 10th to 12th. I am sure there will be more details about this on Tribe soon.

Speak soon.

John.

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My Hooping Blunders

2008-06-08T08:01:00Z

Thought I'd give you all a laugh, just to cheer up these dull days. Also my first attempt at making a video. Hope you all enjoy. It certainly makes me laugh every time.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o03Xlu8JqCY

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Link Swap

2008-06-05T20:39:47Z

I'm updating my website and wanted to know if anyone wants to do a link swap?

If so, reply with your website name and details, what area you cover and a strap line if you like?

I'll start...

Hula Shaker - www.hulashaker.co.uk
Hoops, Classes, Workshops and Performance based in Lincolnshire, UK.

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Gladiators 8th June, Sky One.

2008-06-05T15:18:38Z

Anyone who attended the UK BodyHoops training in March will remember Julia Kang had to leave early on the Thursday.

This was for an audition to be on the new Gladiators show.

Well, she got through the auditions, and her show is being screened this Sunday (8th June) on Sky One at 6:00pm.

So, watch and give a cheer for a fellow Hooper as she battles her way through the different challenges.

I will not tell you how she did, you will just have have to watch and find out !!!!

John.

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Public Liabilty Insurance for hoop class

2008-06-05T14:26:40Z

Hi, Im considering the possibilty of organising and running a hoop class. This is not going to be for a few months yet but im looking into it. Does anybody know anything about Public Liability Insurance? For example, How much does it cost? Where can i get it from? If anyone out there runs a class, please, i would love your advice. Also, would it cover you if you went to a school and did a hoop workshop. if i am running 2 different classes in different venues and doing workshops does one policy cover me. As you can tell i know nothing about all this. Also i think this thread would be really helpfull for all those considering starting up a hoop class or meet.

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Wrapping hoops to post

2008-06-04T19:54:15Z

How does everyone send their hoops in the post? I'd like to get some of the packing that Hoop Guy uses but not sure where to get it. I've used bubble wrap before with brown paper as well but its so time consuming. I;ve also got some 42" bags/sacks but haven't tried that yet.

How do you get the plastic bags around the hoops like the infinity travel hoop and Hoop Guy's Gym hoop?

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Last minute advice,words of wisdom, help, what was i thinking.....................................

2008-06-03T06:16:53Z

I decided I was ready to teach so i have booked the venues and i have 2 classes 1 starting weds night and one on monday (in 2 different towns) I have 12 people signed up for the first one (panic panic) and 5 for the other one (so far slightly less panic) anyone got any last minute words of wisdom/advice/tips music suggestions sudden desire to come to the lakes and help?? All greatly appreciated thanks gail xxxxxxx

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Fancy Tapes

2008-06-02T19:15:47Z

Just received my first order from Fancy Tapes: http://www.fancy-tapes.co.uk/

Professional service, well packed and day after next delivery.

I bought some high-energy long-life photo-luminescent vinyl adhesive tape amongst other stuff.

Thanks Sue and I will def try and get some glowing hooping photos of the latter

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Who's coming to the Southern Lights Festival 13th-15th June 2008?

2008-06-02T07:16:06Z

The Southern Lights Festival is in it's second year. Last years was great fun, small but perfectly formed. This years looks to be a bit bigger but just as friendly and welcoming. Hyperloop Hoops will be there trading and running workshops.

Tickets just went on sale, so get buying if you want to go
http://www.flamefireshows.com/southernlights2008.html
The venue is Holton Lee, East Holton, Poole, Dorset, BH16 6JN

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Regional Hoop Tribes in the UK

2008-05-31T22:51:43Z

Please add to this thread if you set up a regional tribe in the Uk so that new hoopers coming to tribe know where to go locally!

London Hoopers Tribe http://tribes.tribe.net/londonhoopers
Linconshire Hoopers Tribe http://tribes.tribe.net/lincshoopers

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Building a fire hoop in the uk

2008-05-31T13:17:42Z

Hello just wondering in a dangerous fashion. I really want a fire hoop (having done it once Hmmm.)but I am too poor and they talk on the hula hooping and fire hooping site about making your own but its all American based information for buying things. Can we get the ingredients over here and does anyone know if it is easy/safe to do and how I would go about it. I will of course be very careful and always have a safety if i do build my own hoop. Just wondering if anyone was making they're own here and wanted to share info. Thanks Gail xxxxxxxxx

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Little Moan/whatever you want to call it

2008-05-31T13:15:48Z

Please let me know if this is inappropriate and I'll delete it.

I'm just going to have a little moan about how much I miss hooping. I MISS IT! I should be studying but I went on youtube and was watching all the vids and my body was doing the moves while I was watching it and I could feel the hoop (even though I wasn't hooping) with every move and I just miss it! I haven't really played in a long while,partially due to laziness and partially due to the fact that I can't/couldn't seem to learn any more moves and was messing up the moves I did already know which just made me feel worse. I can't wait for summer to properly arrive though. The weather's been a bit crap lately to be honest..infact that's an understatement, but I'm hooping when the weather gets nicer and exams are out of the way, I'll get back into the hoop....Not to mention that I've grown fatter since I stopped hooping regularly! *blush*

So...who misses playing with their hoops or who's been naughty and not paying attention to their hoop? Make your pledge to yourself (and your hoop) to be a better hooper! :D

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Britians got Talent

2008-05-30T11:48:42Z

Hi

Just wondering if you saw Britians got talent over the weekend. It got me thinking how Hoop La La will now raise the profile of Hula Hooping in the UK. They are actually based in London and I rememebered visiting their website, it was a pleasant surprise to see them on TV.

Now they are on this morning as I type with Fern and Philip. Good on them.

Michelle

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Lincolnshire Hoopers

2008-05-29T07:46:30Z

Following the lead of the London Hoopers tribe I've set up a tribe for Lincolnshire (and surrounding) area hoopers!

It has come as a result of losing track of individual email conversations and requests from people I have introduced hooping to. I'm starting off by signposting to significant videos and other tribes and as a way of linking people in my area. Just have to invite them all now!

Sx

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Workshop in Swansea South Wales

2008-05-28T22:28:55Z

Hi there, I've managed to book Hoop Guy (hi John) to come to Swansea and run a workshop on the 28th June, if anyone is interested in coming, please get in touch, should be a great day x

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Sunday Hoop Club - Jacksons Lane

2008-05-28T20:52:11Z

Next Sunday Hoop Club at Jacksons Lane:
** Sunday 1 June **
That's this weekend!

Hoop Club is 2-4pm - two hours to whoop it up with your hoop. Admission is £5 (concessions £3.50) which includes use of hoops and music system (you can bring your own hoop(s) - and music to share if you wish). No formal teaching but hoopers are friendly folk and you can always ask someone to show you a move! A community event, this is your chance to meet other hoopers and play in a space with a vaulted ceiling and a fully sprung floor.

<--- Please remember to bring clean shoes as the management are very protective about the floor... --->

All the details can be found on my website (www.hoopswhirled.com).
Hope to see you there!

(cross-posted to London Hoopers Tribe)

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Warwickshire Based Hoopers?

2008-05-26T17:00:51Z

A long shot this, but are there any hoopers lurking here who live in or near to Warwickshire? I would love to be able to hire a space, say in Leamington where I know of a great space, for a couple of hours once in a while and hoop with others. Only trouble is, who?

I'm currently feeling like the only hooper on the planet at the moment. Trapped once again in the house by the horrible weather.

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Pic of the day

2008-05-25T17:55:09Z

Congratulations on staring in the Pic of the day on Hooping.org Sue
http://www.hooping.org/

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Silvia in Frank music video

2008-05-22T21:38:08Z

So I have deleted the other post, because it got a bit heated. I do think that we are adults and it is reasonable to discuss thing but for the sake of our sanity and in respect to Silvia here is the link to the video: uk.youtube.com/watch

John, aka Hoop Guy said:

I don't know about you, but I am impressed.

Hopefully this should get even more people interested in hooping !!!

Speak soon.

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HoopGirl LEVEL TWO Teacher Training !!!

2008-05-21T19:45:03Z

Hello Hoopers !!!

Christabel is coming to give her world famous HoopDance Workout Teacher Training at the end of July.

Christabel has also offered to run a Level Two course the week afterwards.....!!!!

This will only happen if enough people are interested.

This is probably the last time we will be able to get Christabel (and Candice) over to the UK to run Teacher Training.

So, if you are interested let me know as soon as you can.

OK, first you need to have done Level One, but Christabel says it is possible to do Level one the first week, and then go straight into Level Two the next week, as long as you have worked hard on her DVD, and can do most of the tricks shown, especially if you can also do many of the moves -------- wait for it -------- "In The Opposite Direction !!!

There is a discount being offered for Level Two, so sign up as soon as you can.

Want more information, feel free to Contact Christabel directly from her website contact form.

There are already 2 people signed up for Level 2, but we still need a few more to make it worth running.

Did you take Level One last year? Fancy taking Level Two, without the need to fly to California ???

Book Now !!!

Hopefully this will happen and I will see you there.

NOTE: You do not have to become a teacher at the end of either course !!! You can just attend to learn more hooping, and use this as ideal opportunity to learn from "HoopGirl" herself, and share skills with other Hoopers !!! Several people have attended just to progress their hooping expertise and really enjoyed it.

You never know, at the end of the course you might just think to yourself, "I never thought I could ever teach hooping to others, but now I am tepted to give it a go"

Check the details http://www.hoopgirl.com

Best regards,

John.

Hoop Guy.

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Hoop Girl Level 2 Moves: A move by any other name?

2008-05-21T19:23:58Z

Does anybody know that these moves are and by any other names? Please post with the nam eof the move in the Subject Heading and a link to a video if you can!

Intermediate moves include:

Play, Garter, Bun, Pop, Sass, Boing, Horizon, Rocker, Carousel, Bingo, Wings, Roar, Dragonfly, Jingle, Disco, Tailspin, Jackrabbit, Prance, Empress, Dolphin, Sparkle, Pizza Toss, Portal, Whirlpool, Swan, Libra, Magic, Phoenix, Diamond, Eagle, Squeeze...

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London hoop tribe

2008-05-21T12:08:14Z

Hiya,

There are lots of hoopers hidden away around the UK and as more have joined Tribe ,we have found kindred spirits near and far. With that in mind I have set up a London hoopers tribe, to try and entice those based on to Tribe and also to offer a platform for anyone who wants to publicise events, workshops and hoop happenings in London.

It is intended as an adjunct to the existing Hula Hoop Dance UK tribe, so please join if you are in London (or even if you aren't!)

Happy hooping everyone!

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Norway's Got Talent Hooping

2008-05-21T12:01:35Z

Have you seen Vergard hooping in the final of Norway's Got Talent?

Vergard is a young lad only 8 years old, but already quite a good hooper.

A very nice little act, I especially like the way he uses an oversixe hoop (looks like a 20mm hoop around about 60 inches diameter !!!

Take a look and be pleased that a Hooping act actually made it to a Talent Final.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RbqDkWngxM8

Come on "Hoop La La", see if you can do the same in Britain's Got Talent.. :-)

Do you know of anyone else doing a hooping act in future shows?

Happy Hooping !!!

John.

(Hoop Guy)

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Quick question to fellow hoop sellers

2008-05-16T11:40:23Z

Hi everyone - does anyone know of a hoop-friendly courier service?
If you can recommend a company, I'd be very grateful.

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Infinity Travel Hoops

2008-05-12T18:18:13Z

Hi guys

just wondering if any of you were considering buying the infinity hoops as I want to buy a bulk and it was suggested that if a few of us got together it would cut the cost of the customs duty?

Michelle

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Sunday Hoop Club - Jacksons Lane

2008-05-12T07:19:15Z

Confirmed dates:

** Sunday 2nd March - I didn't realise this date is Mothers Day so I'm crossing my fingers that folks will come out to play.
** Sunday 6th April
** Sunday 11 May (4th May coincides with a Bank Holiday so Jacksons Lane will be closed)
** Sunday 1 June
** Sunday 6 July

Hoop Club is 2-4pm of hoop playtime. Admission is £5 which includes use of hoops and music system (you can bring your own hoops and music to share if you wish). Full info on my website (http://www.hoopswhirled.com). This is an opportunity to meet other hoopers and play in a space with a vaulted ceiling and a new sprung floor.

Talking of which, you will need to bring a change of shoes as Jacksons Lane management want to keep the floor as pristine as possible. This also means you can enjoy the spectacle of me and others wandering round with high fibre cloths - rubbing off any streaky hoop scars!!

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My first Event

2008-05-11T09:41:36Z

Hi Guy's

Just wanted to share my progress with you all. I think sometimes we under estimate how powerful the Hoop is or maybe should I say as a new comer to the business. I attended a fun day yesterday, where I was given two half an hour slots. Well by the time I started to get the hoops out that was it, I was flooded with kids and some adults I must say who wanted to have a go.

It was very overwhelming and at times I found it hard to contain as the little ones would wonder off with the hoops nearer their mums. When the session had finished they didn't want to put it down. I had mums come back for more also.

The downside for me was that I didn't bring any hoops to sell. I was advised it was a free event geared around fitness and health. The many enquiries I had where kids wanted hoops to take home. It has taught me that next time I'll take x amount with me for people to purchase. However the plus is that I gave out loads of flyers and my contact details so they can contact me.

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Cutting up Fablon

2008-05-03T01:06:29Z

Hello I have found some beautiful shiny and sparkly fablon in Wilkinsons but it is a nightmare to unroll it and slice it into strips with a stanley knife (I am quite an impatient person to be fair and quite dangerous with a stanley knife too) it seem there must be an easy way of slicing into nice rolls while it is still rolled up but the guillotine in the stationers all had guards on them and the man said they wouldn't cut through the plastic either does anyone have any ideas for my simple brain
Thanks very much
Naughty gail who has just booked hoopgirl even though she can't afford to pay her council tax

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SPECIAL PRICE for HoopGirl Level 1 & 2 !!!

2008-05-01T18:58:24Z

Hi Everyone,

I have negotiated a special price with Christabel for anyone wanting to do levels 1 AND 2.

Just $1200 for both, this is to encourage more people to sign up for level two, if you have already booked level one then just pay the difference to a total of $1200

If you just want to take level two you can now do it for just $600.

OK, so it is Wednesday, Thursday Friday for level one, Sunday, Monday, Tuesday for Level Two, but you get Saturday off to explore Nuneaton Market, and to hoop in the park. There will be a silver band playing in the bandstand in the park in the afternoon, so a great chance to hoop outdoors and practice any new moves you have learned !!!

Want more details? Just ask, or drop me a mail.

Happy Hooping !!!

John.
(Hoop Guy)

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One leg hooping

2008-04-30T17:34:59Z

Hi everyone,

Much to my suprise and delight i was astonshished to find myself hooping on one leg the other day, i found getting the leg out a breeze, - but can anyone help me out? i cant get it back in again.
I just end up stuck there, and no matter when i try and put it back in it knocked the hoop down. Any pointers will be much appreciated. x

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Day of Dance - Saltaire, West Yorkshire

2008-04-30T08:39:01Z

I've come across this in my travels. Anyone aware of it or going to it?

http://yohlg.free.fr/dayofdance/dayofdance.php?id=story

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Ist Paid Hooping Class

2008-04-26T14:02:37Z

Hi all, just completed my first paid hooping class. Was very anxious as wondering how many people would actually turn up. I advertised in local shops on my site and Facebook.

I have had a few enquiries, some could not make it today, but hopefully more will come next week. I had four this week and it was nice as it was more personal. They have paid in advance to do more sessions so hopefully next week will be more sucessful.

How long did it take those of you that are instructor to establish your classes?

Michelle

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Hoop Meet at the Play Festival

2008-04-23T19:31:49Z

I've been asked to post this here to let you all know. We are hoping to have a mini UK hoopers gathering within the Play Festival.

You can find out about the festival at http://www.playfestival.co.uk

The tickets are on sale now and cost £35 if purchased before 1 June, £45 after the 1st and £50 on the door. There are no day tickets so if you wish to come you have to pay for a full 5 day ticket.

The venue isThe Workhouse at Llanfyllin in North Wales. All details of maps etc can be found on the Play site. If we can arrange car shares for those coming long distances it would be good. There is a place on the forum on the site http://playfestival.co.uk/index.php?option=com_fireboard&Itemid=26&func=showcat&catid=40 where you can request lift shares or offer spaces in your car.

If you have any questions feel free to ask me and I'll do my best to find out the information for you.

I look forward to seeing lots of you there.

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Bad Day- Need inspiration!

2008-04-22T21:38:24Z

Well, I stepped out in to the garden today with my hoop for the first time since September! It was a disaster. :(

I became dizzy quickly, I lost my centre and my hand/eye coordination has gone to pot!

My garden is a mess and there's no decent flat surface in to practice. WOE IS ME. :)

I need to find my flow! I could do with something new to learn to. Maybe I'm trying to run before I can walk?

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HoopGirl Level One Training July 30th, 31st, and 1st August

2008-04-21T20:17:14Z

Hi Everyone,

Have you heard the news?

Hoopgirl is cutting back on giving training in person, however, she is still coming to the UK at the end of July to give her Level One HoopDance Workout Teacher Training.

I know several people have already booked, (including Sue) :-) but there are still one or two more places available. If you are interested book soon before the price goes up by another £50.

More details at http://www.hoopgirl.com or http://www.hoopguy.com

This could be the last time we are able to get Christabel to come to the UK to teach, so take this opportunity before it disappears.

Best Regards

John.

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Nice to meet you Sue!

2008-04-21T10:32:44Z

I know it's been a long, long time since I've posted here. I started a new job in teaching the Gym and ETM qualifications as well as taking my own teaching degree and holding down my regular fitness classes. Needless to say I haven't had much time to chat on here.

However, I felt I had to post today as Sue popped up in a dream I had last night. Yes I know we've never met but I know it was her coz she came and introduced herself. Wierd eh? She even had her hoop with her and encouraged me to practice with her in the park (it was a lovely park too). In reality the only hooping I've had the chance to do lately has been for my class and the half hour or so prior practice time. 'Seeing' Sue last night has made me want to hoop more often again as I feel that at the moment I'm getting a little rusty.

So, I just want to know if sending Sue out into peoples dreams is a new way of retaining hoopdance members?

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Hulashaker.co.uk

2008-04-19T13:27:12Z

I'm quite new to hooping and the first hoop I bought was a bit too small for me so I decided to buy a new one from hulashaker.co.uk. This was back in August and I still haven't recieved it despite numerous attempts at contacting the seller on the e-mail address provided which is the only contact avaliable. Has anyone else has any problems? I think it's too late for me to make a complaint through Pay Pal now so I guess I've been ripped off, just thought I would warn any others out there who were considering purchasing from that website!

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Synergy Spinning for London

2008-04-19T09:28:03Z

My mother got this via her inbox, I know it's gone but it might happen again?

Friday 29th February - Synergy Spinners
7pm-7am at the Synergy Centre, 220 Farmers Road, London SE5
an eclectic night of chilled beats, dub, and progressive trance, with comfortable film lounge showing conscious films and an acousic chillout

DJs include
DYMONS (Elestial Records) psydub master from Switzerland
MR HORACE (International Observer) roots and dub
DREADNAUT (Liquid Sound) dub and psydub
MAGHINA (Nomads) progressive psy
MISHMASH (7 sins) progressive psy
TRANCETHEORY (Misztifiedmind) trance
MR STRANGELOVE (Wonky Disco) psytrance
TEN TON ATOM (Digital City) minimal tech
KIM (Kamaflage Records) minimal tech
KOBAYASHI (One Tribe) chillout
SEAN SPINDRIFT (Offworld Festival) chillout
MATT CATT - party mashups
FIEND - spacey drum n bass

plus upstairs acoustic music from:
barakka, martin, girl, harmony, derek, paula, and guests
come early for poi spinning, hula-hooping, juggling and general circus skills 7-11pm

Entrance is only £3 before 11pm, £5 after
The Synergy Centre is a separate and autonomous organisation to the Synergy Project. It is a charitable organisation, running daily youth project activities and hosting many workshops and activities every day of the week.
for more information on the Synergy Centre, or to sign up for their mailing list, visit www.thesynergycentre.org

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making a website

2008-04-18T21:50:02Z

Hello,

I want to make a website but am unsure of how to go about it....
I've looked at a company called Mr Site, but don't know whether that is my best option.
Also I know that some of you have web pages already. Just out of curiosidy, if you could help me...how did you make yours?

Thank you,

Jo aka Twista

:o)

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Congratulations Sue!

2008-04-13T14:45:39Z

Just wanted to say a huge "Well Done!" to Sue for getting Fancy Tapes up and running. The site looks great - can't wait to place my first order!

Kitty

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isolation hoops / aluminium hoops ? anyone?

2008-04-09T16:57:32Z

hello guys<3 Anyone have an idea where on earth I can order two aluminium hoops from? xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

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Clear Tubing for Lighted Hoops - UK Supplier

2008-04-08T23:52:26Z

Hi

I have found a company who supply all sorts of tubing in reasonable quantities. I messaged them (they don't have a phone number you have to use their instant messaging), told them what I was looking for, and they sent me what they thought would be suitable.

The samples arrived today. They are clear PVC. I had expected a white tube, but it's clear. It comes in all sorts of sizes. They sent me 22 and 25mm bore, but of course we usually refer to the o/d when we use these measurements. The tubing is 3mm thick. These samples are too big for hoops made to take glow sticks etc. But they do a 19mm.

At the bigger size, they feel too soft. But the 19mm may be suitable. They also sell barbed straight connectors for the 19mm tubing.

I will now ask for a sample of the smaller sized tube. Meanwhile if anyone is interested the web site is www.altecweb.com. Start here http://www.altecweb.com/home.asp?cat=SectionE2%2E+Tubing+Products and go to PVC industrial grade.

30 meters of 19mm bore, 3mm thick tubing costs £74.16 + £12.97 VAT.
A pack of 10 suitably sized connectors cost £15.21 + £2.66 VAT.
Total cost = £105.00 and economy delivery seems to be free to the UK. Unless that turns out to be for a larger order. But it doesn't seem so.

If we allow 4meters of tubing for a hoop we can get 7 hoops out of a coil which makes them £15 each empty and undecorated. It may be too pricey, but it is within the realms.

I'll let you know what I think of the smaller 19mm when the sample comes.

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Bodyhoops UK conference

2008-04-07T08:22:31Z

Wow what a fabulous conference. Loads of new materials, great teaching, so fantastic to meet some wonderful hoopers. The best bit for me was learning about how to motivate kids in the hoop. I teach in a lot of schools and have found this so very useful.
I am re-energised, re-focused and still learning so much inside the hoop.

Watch out for the next UK conferences coming up.

Also on the scene have been asked for all hoopers in the North to join in with the Komedy Kollective performances. The biggest event being in Autumn at the West Yorkshire Playhouse wow fame at last, better get practising anyone else interested let me know so we can get our choreographed routine together for you to get going with.

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* * * WARNING * * * Choose your tape retailer carefully

2008-04-06T10:00:48Z

OK.
Call me a fool << shouts "You're a fool" >>, but I ordered from One Stop Film Shop as no-one else seemed to have any electric blue tape in stock. Not only did they fail to deliver the order, but after I chased they didn't bother to respond to my phone calls or emails. Eventually the order turned up today and it was wrong, wrong, wrong.

When I called to complain - as you do - they fobbed me off with excuses that Scapa is in fact the same as Pro Gaff and they are generic terms for types of tape, not brands or makes of tape. Huh?? My invoice confirmation lists Pro Gaff Electric Blue, so why isn't that what they sent me?
Although they are willing to refund my money if I post the tapes back, they won't pay for postage, so it really isn't worth the effort.

Be warned, these tapes are expensive and it isn't worth being ripped off by companies like One Stop Film Shop, who believe they can be cavalier with the small customer. There is a photo showing the colour difference on my blog, if you are curious...

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TV opportunity

2008-04-03T21:06:14Z

Hello all. If anyone fancies teaching basic hooping to some competitors on a game show, now is your chance to hoop on TV.
I have been approached by a company who want to include hooping as one of their fitness activities on the show. The cruncher is that they are filming in Kingston on Sunday. Yes, this Sunday. There is no money as they plead they have no budget but you would have a chance to promote yourself on TV.

I can't do it as I have my hoop club to tend. Any takers, send me a message and I'll forward the details so you can contact them direct.

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Hoop Dance Jam in Nuneaton, Birmingham

2008-04-02T13:11:48Z

Hello Hoopers,
I will be in the UK hosting a BodyHoops Teacher Training, and then hosting an open hoop jam with John of Hoopguy on Saturday night, March 29 from 6-9pm.
Please join us for a funky fun time at our open hoop jam! Come dressed up to party and show off your hoopy skillz.
Bring some snacks or drinks to share and your hoop!

OK some directions for you, if arriving by train, The "Hoop Studio" is
around 300 yards from the Nuneaton Railway Sation.

If coming by car Nuneaton is Junction 3 of the M6. Follow the A444 all the
way from the motorway, just follow signs for Nuneaton, and / or town centre.

If coming Down the M1, take the M69 to junction one, turn right along the
A5, and then follow signs to Nuneaton (turn left at the traffic lights
around 2 miles along the A5), again as above follw signs to Nuneaton and /
or Town centre. Turn left at the second set of traffic lights after
crossing the railway by the station (Leicester road railway bridge).

The Hoop Studio is St Nicolas Church Hall, immediately behind the Nuneaton
Library, and just over the road from the Police Station / Justice Centre

Hope to see some more hoopers there! We'll be checking our emails this week, so if you have any questions or whatever...

enjoy~

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UK BodyHoops Conference 2008

2008-03-21T15:16:27Z

Hello UK Hoopers~
We have another exciting year of hooping ahead of us...
The second annual BodyHoops Conference will be happening March 26-29. This will be a hooping intensive combined with an opportunity to become a BodyHoops Certified Instructor. 12 Hours of skill building, teacher training techniques and hoopdancing fun. I really enjoyed the experience of sharing the BodyHoops Fitness Program with you last year and am really excited to come share more. If you love to hoop and want to explore the possibility of teaching, build your existing teaching program or just want to hoop for fun and deepen your own practice then you will enjoy this opportunity.
There will be a 3 day training for Level 1 and Level 2 hoopers followed by a Hoopers Costume Ball on Saturday, March 29. The training will happen in Nuneaton. For information regarding the training location you can contact John of hoopguy.com or Marion of myhoopingstore.co.uk

Please refer to this page for details about the 3 day conference
http://bodyhoops.com/certification.htm

The cost of the conference is
Level 1 $375.
Level 2 $187.50

There is a 10% discount when you register before the end of January. You can register online at www.bodyhoops.com by
purchasing the conference at the bottom of the shop page. If purchasing a level 2 conference, just click the option to make the half payment and send us an email to confirm your interest in attending the Level 2 training. Hoopers that have gone through the level 1 course are encouraged to participate in the Level 2 course.

The Hoopers Costume Ball on Saturday, March 29 will be a super fun time to dress up, showcase performance pieces and to just hoop ourselves silly!

please feel free to email me for further questions...
http://bodyhoops.com
diana@bodyhoops.com

thank you!
:o)

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Hoop performers in Sheffield area?

2008-03-18T13:03:43Z

Hi everyone.
I have been approached about an event later this year.
The budget is limited but they want one 'main' hooper and several others as 'support' hoopers for a 5 min spot. With this in mind I should think that travelling long distances is unlikely to be cost-effective, so local folks would be better suited for this one.

If you live in or around Sheffield and would be interested in providing a 5 minute performance, please PM me for details.

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Hoop Gathering

2008-03-16T15:30:10Z

I've been toying with the idea a while and asked over on the hyperloophoops forum http://www.hyperloophoop.com/Forum/viewtopic.php?t=80 if anyone was interested in having a small-ish hoop gathering next summer. It would involve camping, so if you are allergic to sleeping in a tent be warned it will be happening. I've had a look around for some venues that have fairly cheap camping fees and have enough space for about 30-50 tents. I came up with a few ideas, but am still looking for some input from others.

Are any of you interested?

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Decorating hoops - what tape is best?

2008-03-13T17:59:14Z

Hi, I have been hooping a few months now and feel ready to start making my first hoops. I have been researching the web and such like and I am fine with the construction of the hoop. (I think anyway, we'll see when I actually have a go) Im just not sure about the right kind of tape. I want bright colours, but more importantly i want tape that sticks and doesnt slide down clothes. There are so many different names for tape, - gaffer, cloth, finger, vinyl, pvc ect. what are the best tapes for grip? I have hoops made from cloth tape, but i still cant leg hoop with clothes on as the hoop slides down. I read somewhere that Hockey tape is good - any ideas? Also what are the best sites to buy from? I would appreciate any advice as im eager to start my hoopmaking!

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Questions about tricks/moves

2008-03-13T17:27:30Z

Ok I thought I'd start another thread, I hope this is ok.

I can do a beam me up (yay! didn't realise it had a name till i checked) but I've noticed everyone picks up the hoop from behind them and I've only ever been able to do it from the left side in front of me. Believe me i've tried but the hoop always falls to the ground when I try to pick it from behind. Am I doing something wrong or is there a trick to it? I naturally hoop clockwise, and pick the hoop with my right hand (dominant hand) when i lift it up if that helps. it all gets a bit confusing when i try to hoop anticlockwise, but that's my goal, to be able to do so at some point.

Besides that, i'm pretty happy with my progress so far, i can't wait to learn more. my flatmate keeps telling me that i look like i'm dancing with the hoop and i'm just so excited and grateful.

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Where do you run classes / meet up?

2008-03-07T15:21:03Z

Thought I'd post this query to see whether we can put together a list of UK teachers. Mainly because I often receive queries about classes in locations up and down the country and it would be useful for all of us to have a central point of reference so we know where to direct prospective hoopers.

As a starting point: I'm based in North London and primarily run classes in that area. I also have some corporate and other classes running in and around central and east London.

So... where do you teach?

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Quick question...

2008-03-01T09:04:18Z

What's the hoopgirl dvd like? I've got the two hoopnotica dvds which I thought were really good as they show you everything in slow mo and lots of detail and Keaton's advice at the end is always great. So I'm thinking of moving on to the hoopgirl dvd and wondering if people can tell me what it's like. Also if you've used the hoopnotica dvds can you tell me how they compare? how long is hoopgirl's dvd and do you learn lots of things? Thanks! x

ps: I promise i'll stop asking annoying questions soon *blush*

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a really horrid hoop related email I had sent to me

2008-02-28T18:12:37Z

This Girl by the name of Lucy Walters (lady_godiva849@yahoo.com), just sent me a really horrid email of which said

"i have seen you with your hoops you're crap ha ha
why do you lie so much? why do you think you are good when you're not?
why do you use people? where will that get you in life?
alone that's where that's where you belong
i've been watching you"

:(

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Hula Hoop Performer Needed in the UK from 17th March -End of Sept

2008-02-25T11:57:05Z

Hi all you lovely performance hoopers.

I have had a gentleman contact me through Hyperloop Hoops ( www.hyperloophoop.com ) to ask if I knew of any performance hoopers that would be available to do a Circus run from march 17th through to the end of September. You would need to be free for the whole time and would have to have a circus style of performance rather than hoop dance style.

They are offering travel and accommodation & a wage. I know little more than that, other than a number to contact him on. If any of you are interested please contact me and I'll let you know his number.

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ALREADY DONE BODYHOOPS LEVEL 1 TRAINING? NOW YOU CAN DO LEVEL2 MARCH 2008

2008-02-20T11:49:04Z

Hey everyone, we all enjoyed the Level 1 training offered by Diana Lopez last March. She is now offering a further Level 1 and a Level 2, 26-29 March in Nuneaton (chez Hoopguy) and also in London scheduled April 2-4th.

Having done my level 1 training, last year I have really moved on with my teaching and now teach 15 classes a week. I am paid £25 per hour and have been asked to come back time and time again. Other fitness sites are contacting me now to train others. Remember at Level 3, you are then certified to train other teachers in the UK.

The quality of the Bodyhoops course is excellent. As a qualified fitness and exercise to music instructor, I would highly recommend this training. It is serious and fitness based.

BOOK NOW either through www.hoopguy.com or www.myhoopingstore.co.uk. The costs is £199 payable through Hoopguy, just contact him and he can take credit card payments. To pay through My Hooping Store, please call 07909562114. Please state which venue is suitable for you.

We hoop to see you there.
Marion

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Do I need a lighter hoop?...

2008-02-18T22:50:49Z

Ok so got my Hoopgirl & Hoopnotica DVD's last week & as weaher has been so nice last few days I've been outside learning moves from the hoopgirl one (Yet to watch the Hoopnotica DVD)
I'm so pleased with the hoopgirl one as I already learnt a lot of it in 2 days ^_^ *does a happy dance* I manged to lean, albeit a bit ropey & not totally polished to perfection...
One handed beam me up/'Float' - Though I still have probs doing this whilst turning...Is odd standing still I can do it ok but when moving round I get muddled & end up hitting myself with the hoop or my arm wrapping round me >_< So need more work on this.
I can easily do float down both still & moving & wildwest is also fine.
& I can do chest hooping no prob..actually easier than I thought it'd be..still trying to gain more control with it so it doesn't some times slip up on to my neck (though did work out how to get it to travel back down to chest when it does this)... but I know practise will be the key for all of this.
I also worked out another way of getting the hoop up travelling up both my arms then up above my head like a wild west to two hands in a prayer shape & then to one hand which I think looks nice. So yeah very pleased with a few days progress & excited to learn more! :D
My question is that doing the moves like beam me up & wild west etc I think the hoop is pretty heavy...& Was wondering if I would bennefit from using a lighter hoop? Or is the weight just something I'd adjust to?...As sometimes I find that it's a lot of effort to keep the hoop straight & horizontal (espesh one handed) & was thinking a lighter hoop might make the beam me up move easier, espesh whilst turning.
What do you guys think? I'm currently using a Hoop I got from hoopguy.com which is the 40'' diameter (which I think is a nice size) & it's the 'saturn' one which is the heavier style... Would I be better off getting one of the 'Venus' ones for doing dance/tricks? Please help 'cos I have no idea

xxx

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