Tribe.net. Local Connections goatlisa http://tribes.tribe.net/santacruzhoopdance/thread/aec8a4c2-d670-4eb5-b8af-8307ae90046e 2009-10-15T17:23:08Z 2009-10-15T17:23:08Z

<div>http://www.youtube.com/user/FireSandra#p/u/3/0a902l6Ac4Q <br/> <br/> <br/>any cool pictures? <br/>what did you think of the experience? </div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/santacruzhoopdance">Santa Cruz Hoop Dance</a> - 0 replies </div>

goatlisa 2009-10-15T17:23:08Z Heather http://tribes.tribe.net/santacruzhoopdance/thread/33e5458b-a262-4b49-bfac-4f21675a5092 2009-07-06T22:08:27Z 2009-07-06T22:08:27Z

<div>MOVEHOOPS SUMMER OUTDOOR CLASSES START TUESDAY JUNE 9th <br/> <br/>DROP-IN EVERY TUESDAY: JUNE 9th- August 25th <br/>TIME: 6:00-7:00pm <br/>COST: $10 drop in. Bring a friend or a family member and each class is $15 for two. <br/>LOCATION: Frederick Street Park - 168 Frederick Street, Santa Cruz <br/>Frederick Street Park <br/> <br/>Learn double hoop tricks, jumps and spins along with Helix Hooping. Brush up on the basics, fine tune the moves you know but need to practice. Beginners to Advanced Welcome. <br/>In each class; A HoopOut Warmup, Hoop Move Instruction, Group Exercise, Choreograhy and Cool Down.</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/santacruzhoopdance">Santa Cruz Hoop Dance</a> - 0 replies </div>

Heather 2009-07-06T22:08:27Z Heather http://tribes.tribe.net/santacruzhoopdance/thread/03799719-3c14-43bf-8ddf-400cddf89872 2009-07-06T22:05:59Z 2009-07-06T22:05:59Z

<div>If you haven't heard, the place to be in Santa Cruz on Sunday evenings is West Cliff Drive next to the Lighthouse for the Movehoops Sunday Lighthouse Hoopjam! <br/>TIME: 5:00 ish - SUNSET <br/>EVERY SUNDAY- Weather permitting <br/> <br/>Music and some Hoops provided! <br/>A great place to watch the sunset, gaze out over the beautiful bay, and get your hoop groove on! <br/>Families, kids, and all happy people welcome! <br/>Stay after dark for the Fire University's Fire Jams! <br/> <br/>Get connected to the hoop every Sunday in Santa Cruz! <br/>Check out classes, workshops and other hoop related events at the Movehoops site <br/>www.movehoops.com <br/> <br/>See you in the Hoop! <br/>Heather</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/santacruzhoopdance">Santa Cruz Hoop Dance</a> - 0 replies </div>

Heather 2009-07-06T22:05:59Z Tana http://tribes.tribe.net/santacruzhoopdance/thread/5a0a0f3f-60f5-48d3-ab6d-a7829c05bc16 2009-06-27T05:48:00Z 2009-06-11T19:17:28Z

<div>i have called around to the various home/garden supply stores but i cant seem to find any one that carries 160 or 100 psi pvc irrigation piping...do u know where it can be purchased in sc or monterey cnty? thank u!!!</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/santacruzhoopdance">Santa Cruz Hoop Dance</a> - 1 reply </div>

Tana 2009-06-11T19:17:28Z Ann http://tribes.tribe.net/santacruzhoopdance/thread/51aed6b0-3778-4636-bd12-2c304b87ee5d 2009-03-26T20:47:54Z 2009-03-26T20:47:54Z

<div>Just in case any of you haven't heard of this incredible event happening just a day's drive from you: The Northwest Hoop Gathering: The Evolution of Flow is happening in just two weeks up in beautiful Bend, OR! San Francisco is repping heavily with Philo, Khan, Christabel &amp; Rich all teaching, plus Baxter and myself, prima hoop madre Anah (Hoopalicious), and to top it all off the amazing Spiral. Phenomenal energy facilitator Candice of the SHiNE Portal &amp;lt;http://www.theshineportal.com/> will also be presenting a non-hooping workshop. I can't even express adequately how magical this gathering will be. <br/> <br/>Mollie has decided to offer one- and two-day passes as well as the full three-day ticket. If you want to be completely submerged in hoopgnosis for 48 full hours, this event is not to be missed. Get a carpool together and join us! Here's the link for info &amp; tix: <br/> <br/>http://www.hoopdazzle.com/index.html</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/santacruzhoopdance">Santa Cruz Hoop Dance</a> - 0 replies </div>

Ann 2009-03-26T20:47:54Z Heather http://tribes.tribe.net/santacruzhoopdance/thread/83ae11e1-a9d9-4e23-93df-2eac2474f4cd 2009-02-14T20:59:59Z 2009-02-14T20:59:59Z

<div>DON'T MISS OUT!!!! SIGN UP IN ADVANCE EMAIL HEATHER OF MOVEHOOPS AT: <br/>MOVEHOOP@GMAIL.COM <br/>Let me know if you want to sign up for one or both workshops next weekend. I will then send you a PAYPAL request to complete you registration <br/> <br/>THIS COMING WEEKEND IN SANTA CRUZ FEB 21st and FEB 22nd! <br/>TWO WORKSHOPS IN ONE WEEKEND from ANAH OF HOOPALICIOUS considered to be THE pioneer of hoop moves and tricks and the founder of the Hoop Dance Movement. Not only is she amazing to watch in action, but she is a great hoop teacher, imparting much inspiration from her years of performing and instructing. <br/> <br/>WORKSHOP:SATURDAY- HOOP GRACE <br/>Location: Santa Cruz Dance Company <br/>2800 PORTER STREET <br/>SOQUEL, CA 95073 <br/> <br/>Date: SATURDAY, February 21st, 1pm to 2:30pm <br/>$40 single or $70 when combined with "JUMPS" <br/> <br/>All Levels <br/>This wonderful workshop will transport you from herky jerky, mechanical moves to flowing through them with grace, expression and style! Using elements of Ballet and Modern dance we will: <br/> <br/>Activate our core <br/>Increase alignment <br/>Extend arms and legs for a more graceful outline <br/>Increase range of motion <br/>Workshop several of your moves to take them to the next level <br/>Increase economy of Movement <br/>Learn Multi Awareness <br/>Explore your Dance!! <br/> <br/>WORKSHOP: SUNDAY- JUMPS <br/>Location: Santa Cruz Dance Company <br/>2800 PORTER STREET <br/>SOQUEL, CA 95073 <br/> <br/> <br/>Date: SUNDAY, February 22nd, 1pm to 2:30pm <br/>$40 single or $70 when combined with "Hoop Grace" <br/>All Levels <br/> <br/>Do you envision yourself leaping like a graceful gazelle, but seem to only be able to hop like a frog? This workshop focuses on techniques for great jumping and teaches many powerful jumps for all levels! <br/> <br/>**if you have knee problems please use your best judgment in attending this workshop** <br/> <br/>SPACE LIMITED RSVP by February 18th!!! <br/>Email: movehoop@gmail.com to REGISTER IN ADVANCE <br/>Space is limited! Don't miss out on this great opportunity!</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/santacruzhoopdance">Santa Cruz Hoop Dance</a> - 0 replies </div>

Heather 2009-02-14T20:59:59Z Minnie http://tribes.tribe.net/santacruzhoopdance/thread/2fa9c1f9-9576-4b6e-90fb-074a999c91fd 2009-01-12T03:44:17Z 2009-01-12T03:44:17Z

<div>There's a hula hoop dvd from hoopgirl over http://indiecrafts.craftgossip.com/ <br/> <br/>all you have to do to enter is leave a comment on on the post: http://indiecrafts.craftgossip.com/2009/01/07/hula-hoop-dvd-giveaway-when-was-the-last-time-you-tried-a-hula-hoop/ <br/> <br/>-Minnie</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/santacruzhoopdance">Santa Cruz Hoop Dance</a> - 0 replies </div>

Minnie 2009-01-12T03:44:17Z valeriemojeiko http://tribes.tribe.net/santacruzhoopdance/thread/b98fe57c-0ddd-457b-94a0-f06be4d6d03c 2008-12-01T03:04:55Z 2008-12-01T03:04:55Z

<div>Add some spice to the holidays by joining local aerial dance troupe Lunacy Productions and Cirque du Soleil-trained artist Kevin O’Connor at Cypress Bar and Lounge for a naughty and nice aerial dance and dinner theatre extravaganza. Enjoy a 3-course dinner of delectable California cuisine served by the Cypress kitchen in downtown Santa Cruz while basking in a winter wonderland of acrobatic feats with ropes, hula hoops, silks and more. This is a one-of-a-kind experience never before seen in Santa Cruz – don’t miss it! <br/> <br/>Tickets are pre-sale only and available one of three ways: (1) visit www.brownpapertickets.com/event/48229, (2) call Lunacy Productions at 831-706-2210 or (3) email us at lunacyaerialdance@gmail.com. Ticket prices include a full 3-course dinner and, of course, more high-flying entertainment than you can handle: $60/person, $50/students, $50/person in a group of 5+, and $50/students. <br/> <br/>Join us at Cypress Bar and Lounge, located at 120 Union Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060 for any one of the following evenings: December 5,6,11 and 12 at 7:30-9:30 p.m. and December 20 and 21 at 5:30-7:30 p.m. Check out the flyer below (and attached) for more info, and please, forward this invitation to everyone you know!</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/santacruzhoopdance">Santa Cruz Hoop Dance</a> - 0 replies </div>

valeriemojeiko 2008-12-01T03:04:55Z melissarae http://tribes.tribe.net/santacruzhoopdance/thread/a2a9f394-a699-48ca-992a-b1c3aa94670e 2008-09-30T00:06:38Z 2008-09-30T00:06:38Z

<div>Thanks for giving Fire University Santa Cruz(FUSC) a great birthday! <br/> <br/>Thanks to DJ Animalistic for bringing the sound setup, and thanks to Chlorophil and the Subwize crew Rastatronics, Fire Leiber, and 187 Soundsystem for providing the amazing beats! <br/> <br/>Special love goes out to Steph for the late-night smores! <br/> <br/>And, of course, thank you to a very patient and understanding SCPD. <br/> <br/>Keep listening for the next party! <br/> <br/>To stay informed, you can join the FUSC tribe at http://tribes.tribe.net/fusc <br/> <br/>Thanks again, and see you on Sunday! <br/> <br/> <br/>-------------------------------------------------------------------------- <br/> <br/>About Fire University Santa Cruz(FUSC): <br/> <br/>FUSC is the gathering of fire dancers every sunday at the westcliff lighthouse. As a community we strive to inspire each other as we learn, teach, dance and play! FUSC also has sister communities in Davis and Seattle. </div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/santacruzhoopdance">Santa Cruz Hoop Dance</a> - 0 replies </div>

melissarae 2008-09-30T00:06:38Z Hepzabah http://tribes.tribe.net/santacruzhoopdance/thread/edec7e8b-d894-4b5e-b8c5-ef5d2f0872c7 2008-09-12T18:24:46Z 2008-09-12T18:24:46Z

<div>I know San Jose is a heck of a drive - but we do sometimes get some Santa Cruz hoopers that are coming over the hill anyway, so I figured I let y'all know about some San Jose hooping. <br/> <br/>We are trying a little South Bay experiment. Tuesday evening during September we will be having indoor hoop jams at the Health and Wellness Care Center in San Jose from 7 – 9pm. In order to pay for the space, we are asking for a $5 donation per person, although we will take whatever we can get. : ) <br/> <br/>In order to entice more South Bay hoopers, we are also offer drop-in classes during the first hour of the jam, from 7-8pm. Everyone gets personal attention, and gets taught what they want to learn. And if you don’t know what you want to learn, we can help with that too! We are asking for an additional $10 if you choose to get instruction. <br/> <br/>Drop on by any Tuesday. HAWCC is located at 42 Race Street in San Jose. If you find the door to the Center to be locked, call The Infinite Hoop line (408-887-7893) and we will let you in. Directions and information about HAWCC can be found at hawcc-fitness.com. <br/> <br/>Like I said, it is an experiment – the future of South Bay indoor hoop jams at HAWCC will be based on how this month goes! </div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/santacruzhoopdance">Santa Cruz Hoop Dance</a> - 0 replies </div>

Hepzabah 2008-09-12T18:24:46Z Jillith http://tribes.tribe.net/santacruzhoopdance/thread/f794d7bb-4f5c-450d-9636-279172d9084f 2008-09-03T20:56:53Z 2008-08-25T22:50:49Z

<div>Hello, lovely Santa Cruzians! I just moved into Soquel, leaving behind my little hooping community in Orange County. I'd love to meet some of you and set up some hoop play dates as soon as possible. :) Leave me a message! I'm still looking for a job, so I'm free pretty much whenever and I'd love to meet you. <br/> <br/>Amor, <br/>Jill</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/santacruzhoopdance">Santa Cruz Hoop Dance</a> - 2 replies </div>

Jillith 2008-08-25T22:50:49Z Aero http://tribes.tribe.net/santacruzhoopdance/thread/0ac0b09f-9bdf-49ec-84c9-933ba123f70e 2008-08-14T17:39:18Z 2008-08-14T06:17:16Z

<div>Come belly dancers, come ravers, come poi, come rivetheads, come renesainnce, some celts, come headbangers, come liquiders! Come one come all for this inclusive occult multi-genre event. <br/> <br/>This friday come down to chillin' Santa Cruz to check out this fusion for the darkside of the rainbow. With a combination of Dance Djs from JUST for U productions, and DJs from popular events like THeBOx and CLUBfate. <br/>expect some now darker beats. Darkpsy, PsyTrance, Electro, IDM, EBM, and other bouncy, swirly, stompin good stuff. <br/>farm4.static.flickr.com/3229/2...19c.jpg <br/> <br/>get out your best sexy sub-culture attire and show us what your idea of style is. and bring the glowsticks. <br/> <br/>located at the 418 on Front Street in Santa Cruz, just take Highway 1 until you exit on Ocean Street, drive down to broadway (where the 711 is) and turn right until you hit pacific, then another right 1/2 block. look for the sign that says "Jumping Monkey" and were there! <br/> <br/>come be dark, and glow! Why? Cuz were happy to be freaky! <br/>All ages are welcome to come express themselves both creatively through dress and conversation. <br/> <br/>http://www.myspace.com/loveisthelaw418</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/santacruzhoopdance">Santa Cruz Hoop Dance</a> - 1 reply </div>

Aero 2008-08-14T06:17:16Z melissarae http://tribes.tribe.net/santacruzhoopdance/thread/42a0c511-bbeb-471b-9cf2-c85e164a0437 2008-08-07T00:48:43Z 2008-08-06T17:09:47Z

<div>is anything local happening for hoop day 08? Westcliff jam?</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/santacruzhoopdance">Santa Cruz Hoop Dance</a> - 1 reply </div>

melissarae 2008-08-06T17:09:47Z Heather http://tribes.tribe.net/santacruzhoopdance/thread/51288be3-cdd3-4287-949c-7133e78c7178 2008-07-05T11:07:36Z 2008-04-06T16:28:32Z

<div>TIME CHANGE FOR HOOPJAMS <br/>NOTE: New time is 5:30pm to SUNSET every Sunday, weather permitting <br/>Great view, great music, lots of hoops and hoopers. <br/>Come out and hoop with us! <br/>Heather</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/santacruzhoopdance">Santa Cruz Hoop Dance</a> - 2 replies </div>

Heather 2008-04-06T16:28:32Z dirtgirltracy http://tribes.tribe.net/santacruzhoopdance/thread/3442125c-c0e5-4f39-9762-de28e7598b98 2008-05-18T16:02:53Z 2008-05-18T16:02:15Z

<div>The Southbay, Santa Cruz and Monterey burner communities unite for the biggest precom the area has ever seen -- SoulStance 2008! <br/> <br/>June 20-22 <br/> <br/>A campout at Lupin Lodge, Los Gatos in the Santa Cruz mountains! <br/> <br/>FIGURE OUT HOW YOU CAN PARTICIPATE!!! <br/> <br/>Go to www.soulstanceinfo.com for ALL the info you need to be a part of this wonderful event. <br/> <br/>To chat with your fellow burners about the event, join the tribe at tribes.tribe.net/soulstance <br/> <br/>SEE YOU THERE!!! <br/> <br/>w00t!</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/santacruzhoopdance">Santa Cruz Hoop Dance</a> - 1 reply </div>

dirtgirltracy 2008-05-18T16:02:15Z missjoy http://tribes.tribe.net/santacruzhoopdance/thread/b18d7dbc-3747-428b-924f-f34a61e1c140 2008-05-12T16:34:00Z 2008-05-12T16:34:00Z

<div>Does anyone have any 3/4" 160psi poly tubing that they want to sell me? <br/>I hope to be doing a workshop in June at the Tri-county Precompression and needed a few extra feet (26 or so). <br/> <br/>Thanks! <br/></div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/santacruzhoopdance">Santa Cruz Hoop Dance</a> - 0 replies </div>

missjoy 2008-05-12T16:34:00Z Hiya http://tribes.tribe.net/santacruzhoopdance/thread/cad51bcd-3afc-4456-a955-824df759595c 2008-05-03T17:35:56Z 2008-04-16T20:18:18Z

<div>Anything special happening on Memorial Day weekend? I'll be at my sister's in Bonny Doon, and at the SC Blues Festival Sat/Sun. Extra HoopJam on Monday, maybe? :)</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/santacruzhoopdance">Santa Cruz Hoop Dance</a> - 1 reply </div>

Hiya 2008-04-16T20:18:18Z Starlight http://tribes.tribe.net/santacruzhoopdance/thread/7cd5a019-3d01-4d3e-9bfc-f20d8706617e 2008-05-03T17:35:31Z 2007-08-16T00:57:38Z

<div>Has anyone figured out a good way to travel with your hoop on your bicycle? I'm trying to figure out a way to attach my hoop to my bike for Burning Man...</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/santacruzhoopdance">Santa Cruz Hoop Dance</a> - 2 replies </div>

Starlight 2007-08-16T00:57:38Z Tana http://tribes.tribe.net/santacruzhoopdance/thread/2a8b4352-4d07-445a-a225-0bb14313abd6 2008-05-03T01:35:35Z 2008-01-08T06:27:06Z

<div>I am so exstatic to see about 80 people on this tribe, HOW FANTASTIC, it was soo wee last time I looked.. Well, all be damned I am coming to move back to santa cruz after a spurt in LA and travels and I look forward SO much to hooping with all you beauties, I see that yall have a lil sesh going every sunday.. is that rain or shine? music? fill me in, im out of the loop, but not the hoop :) (sorry that was horribly cheesy...) <br/> <br/>Anyway, Have a beautiful day see you around... <br/> <br/>MiZ TaNa</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/santacruzhoopdance">Santa Cruz Hoop Dance</a> - 2 replies </div>

Tana 2008-01-08T06:27:06Z Heather http://tribes.tribe.net/santacruzhoopdance/thread/003605ed-41a1-4c4b-842e-ff8949c00cd8 2008-04-10T18:43:55Z 2008-04-10T15:39:05Z

<div>THE HOOP PATH COMES TO TOWN THIS WEEKEND <br/>SPACE IS STILL OPEN! <br/> <br/>THE HOOP PATH WORKSHOP <br/> IN SANTA CRUZ <br/>DATES: APRIL 12-14th <br/>LOCATION: THE SANTA CRUZ DANCE COMPANY <br/>SIGN UP AT: <br/>Hoop Path Workshop Registration on ETIX <br/>THE HOOP PATHERS (BAXTER AND ANN) WILL MAKE A SPECIAL GUEST APPEARANCE AT OUR SUNDAY HOOPJAM- APRIL 13 <br/>Come by and hoop with us! <br/>5:30pm-Sunset <br/>BONFIRE AND POTLUCK TO FOLLOW <br/>AT THE HOME OF BLAZE <br/>Bring something to BBQ and share <br/>Contact Heather to get more details <br/>831 566-9952/hat360@hotmail.com <br/> <br/>WORKSHOP 1- Introduction to the Hoop Path- SATURDAY, APRIL 12, 1-4:00pm and SUNDAY, APRIL 13, 1-4:00pm. <br/>WORSHOP 2- The Hoop Path Intensive- Monday, April 14- 6:30pm-9:30pm, <br/>LOCATION: The Santa Cruz Dance Company, 2800 Porter Street, Soquel, CA 95073 <br/>FEE: $110 for 6 hours of instruction (Sat &amp; Sun) <br/>FEE: $140 for Sat, Sun and Mon <br/> <br/>ADVANCE SIGN-UP REQUIRED! SPACE IS LIMITED SINCE THIS WORKSHOP IS BEING ADVERTISED NATIONALLY! <br/>SIGN UP NOW AT: <br/>WORKSHOP DESCRIPTIONS <br/> <br/>WORKSHOP 1: "Introduction to the Hoop Path": <br/>WHEN/WHERE: Saturday and Sunday, April 12-13th. From 1-4pm both days at The Santa Cruz Dance Company, 2800 Porter Street, Soquel, CA 95073 <br/> <br/>This two-part workshop will introduce you to the physical challenge and meditative bliss of hoopdance: the energetic flow art of dancing with the sacred circle, the hoop. Hooping can be an exercise, a dance, a meditation. On the Hoop Path, we approach our hoop Practice with shared intentions not only to improve our hooping skill, but also to develop the skills to go Within, as we believe that Inner and Outer strength are inextricably and intimately intertwined. The introductory workshop will be divided into two sections, both taught by master teacher and Hoop Path founder Jonathan Baxter. Together we will focus on building core hooping skills, introducing students to Hoop Path terms such as pe*A*ce, Ritmo, One Tree/Two Tree Hooping, and Two Birds. Depending on where we find our rhythm as a group, we may well get into some of the more physically challenging techniques like Reversing, Breaking, Paddling, Lifts, and Angle Hooping . <br/> <br/>WORKSHOP 2: "The Hoop Path Intensive": <br/> <br/>WHEN/WHERE: 6:30pm-8:30pm, MONDAY, APRIL 14 The Santa Cruz Dance Company, 2800 Porter Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95073 <br/> <br/>This workshop is designed for seasoned hoopers who seek to deepen their personal Hoop Practice. We will move into some of the more complex aspects of Hooping, which will definitely include challenges to the Body, but also to the Mind and Spirit. Off-body techniques that require additional concentration, such as Rolling, Point, and Samurai, will be explored, as well as core exercises designed to help you discover reservoirs of Strength you might as yet be unaware of. <br/> <br/>Aren't familiar with The Hoop Path yet? Check out this youtube of Baxter and the Hoop Path DVD Trailer. <br/> <br/>The Hoop Path DVD Trailer <br/>http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wydm5F1gWwg <br/> <br/> <br/> <br/>THE HOOP PATH BIO <br/>Jonathan Baxter picked up a hoop for the first time six years ago, thinking it would help him rehabilitate some injured shoulder muscles. He never dreamed it would develop into a daily meditation that totally transformed him, inside and out. Over the years he has logged in thousands and thousands of hooping hours--what we on the HoopPath call "flight time." Baxter's commitment to his Practice has revealed to him many of the profound subtleties to be found this ecstatic movement. This extensive and direct involvement with "hoopgnosis," coupled with Baxter's unique gifts as a storyteller and guide, make him an extraordinary teacher. <br/> <br/>Baxter's longtime student and partner, Ann Humphreys, demonstrates and assists in HoopPath workshops. Ann attended her first HoopPath class in the summer of '05 and became a committed hooper a year later. An insatiable and eager student, she rapidly absorbed the HoopPath teachings and quickly developed her own distinctive hoopstyle. She brings eight years of yoga experience, as well as high energy and an infectious enthusiasm, to HoopPath classes. <br/>Watch Ann Hooping on youtube <br/>Ann Hooping <br/> <br/>Bax's course, The Hoop Path, equally emphasizes both the spiritual and the technical dimensions of hoopdance. Through personal story and myth, Baxter deepens the student's metaphorical and physical understanding of a wide variety of hoop moves and dynamics. His connection to his students is genuine and distinctive--as much as help you become skilled and graceful hooper, Bax wants to help you connect to your inner rhythm, and know yourself from that place. <br/> <br/></div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/santacruzhoopdance">Santa Cruz Hoop Dance</a> - 1 reply </div>

Heather 2008-04-10T15:39:05Z Ann http://tribes.tribe.net/santacruzhoopdance/thread/644607b0-352d-4d1c-8a0f-29ac4d578604 2008-03-27T17:36:01Z 2008-03-27T15:40:48Z

<div>Howdy! <br/> <br/>We've finally got these registration links a-goin' for all our California workshops next month. We will present the following workshops: <br/> <br/>Saturday April 12th and Sunday April 13th: HoopPath Santa Cruz <br/>Monday April 14th: HoopPath Intensive, Santa Cruz <br/>Wednesday April 16th: HoopPath LA <br/>Thursday April 17th: HoopPath Ojai <br/>Saturday April 19th and Sunday April 20th: HoopPath San Francisco <br/>Monday April 21st: HoopPath Intensive, San Francisco <br/> <br/>Things to bear in mind: All of the workshops except for the two intensives are suitable for hoopers of ANY SKILL LEVEL, total beginners and hoop professionals alike. Because the HoopPath is a unique approach with its own language and specific imagery that we share and learn from together, even a highly advanced hooper will need to become familiar with our terms and concepts to be able to fully benefit from the exercises. <br/> <br/>The workshops will all be quite rigorous. You will need to pace yourself, particularly if you are a beginning hooper, and please remember to bring some water to stay refreshed and hydrated. We do a lot of talkin', but we do a LOT of hoopin' too! <br/> <br/>Finally, in Santa Cruz and San Francisco, the Saturday-Sunday workshops are a prerequisite for the Monday intensives. <br/> <br/>Even though I seem to have gotten caught in some kind of yokel persona above (yee-haw!) I can still answer any of your questions if you write to me here or at ann@hooppath.com <br/> <br/>Here's the links! All of 'em! <br/> <br/>www.etix.com/ticket/servlet/onlineSearch <br/></div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/santacruzhoopdance">Santa Cruz Hoop Dance</a> - 1 reply </div>

Ann 2008-03-27T15:40:48Z Gangi Butts http://tribes.tribe.net/santacruzhoopdance/thread/418f205a-51b7-4ac8-84a9-634b73f21e7a 2008-03-21T00:58:38Z 2008-03-21T00:58:38Z

<div>Howdy happy hoopers! <br/> <br/>How ya feeling today? So over in the hooping videos tribe we had a discussion about vimeo - a video sharing site. http://tribes.tribe.net/hoopingvideos/thread/48766ad5-4396-469a-8f72-1a038a5374f7 <br/> <br/>It's a wonderful site. So I've created a new channel on vimeo for hooping videos. Right now I'll be moderating if but if anyone wants to moderate it just let me know! Hoop hoop away! <br/> <br/>www.vimeo.com/channel6649 <br/> <br/>So if you want your hooping video on the channel you can add a link in the "Shout Out" box on the right hand side of the page. <br/> <br/>Hooray! I can't wait to see all the crazy fun hooping videos to come! <br/> <br/>1-love, <br/>Gangi Butts</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/santacruzhoopdance">Santa Cruz Hoop Dance</a> - 0 replies </div>

Gangi Butts 2008-03-21T00:58:38Z Heather http://tribes.tribe.net/santacruzhoopdance/thread/35d349af-57d3-47dd-95fa-37804a783e08 2008-03-19T21:09:51Z 2007-09-11T17:49:42Z

<div>Our weekly Hoopjams are continuing! <br/>Location: The Lighthouse, West Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz <br/>Time: 6:30pm- Sunset <br/>Music and some hoops provided. <br/>Enjoy the compamy of other Hoopers as we hoop and dance in the sunset!</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/santacruzhoopdance">Santa Cruz Hoop Dance</a> - 7 replies </div>

Heather 2007-09-11T17:49:42Z Ann http://tribes.tribe.net/santacruzhoopdance/thread/acecf279-84c5-4e0b-a667-bc48e6da6ae1 2008-02-27T20:47:20Z 2008-02-27T20:47:20Z

<div>~ Attention West Coast Hoopers ~ <br/> <br/>The HoopPath is coming your way in mid-April! We have several workshops planned up &amp; down the West Coast, so if any of them are near you, save and date and join us in Santa Cruz, Ojai, or San Francisco! <br/> <br/>SANTA CRUZ: <br/> <br/>Saturday, April 12th &amp; Sunday, April 13th: Introduction to the HoopPath (overview of our central terms and concepts--LOTS of rigorous hooping!) <br/>Monday, April 14th: HoopPath Intensive (a more focused exploration for those who have taken the Intro workshop, here or elsewhere) <br/> <br/>OJAI: <br/> <br/>Thursday, April 17th: Introduction to the HoopPath (this will be a tightened-up version of our 2-part intro shop) <br/> <br/>SAN FRANCISCO: <br/> <br/>Saturday, April 19th &amp; Sunday, April 20th: Introduction to the HoopPath (see above!) <br/>Sunday, April 21st: HoopPath Intensive (see above x 2!) <br/> <br/>Many wonderful hooper friends have helped us out setting up these workshops, and we want to give them all special shouts: Heather Troy (of the Hoopcamp Retreat) in Santa Cruz; Diana Lopez (of Bodyhoops) in Ojai; and Khan Wong, Natasha Young (Silverstar), and Christabel Zamor (HoopGirl) in San Francisco. Thank you all so much. <br/> <br/>We will have registration links built for these shops in the next 2-3 days and we will post them here as well as on our website. If you have any questions, please message me here, or at ann@hooppath.com. We love you Cali!</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/santacruzhoopdance">Santa Cruz Hoop Dance</a> - 0 replies </div>

Ann 2008-02-27T20:47:20Z aporia-celestialgrrrl http://tribes.tribe.net/santacruzhoopdance/thread/c073b326-07a5-4db8-ae3c-c513986f61e8 2008-02-07T00:51:54Z 2008-02-07T00:51:54Z

<div>I typically hoop up here in SF with the bay area hoopers on Sundays, but work is taking me down to Monterey for the next two Sundays, fingers crossed for sun as I would love some fresh air hooping and meeting new folks.</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/santacruzhoopdance">Santa Cruz Hoop Dance</a> - 0 replies </div>

aporia-celestialgrrrl 2008-02-07T00:51:54Z Whitney http://tribes.tribe.net/santacruzhoopdance/thread/13a38cb0-0ebe-498f-9653-f1fed2260f1e 2007-12-09T21:32:32Z 2007-12-09T21:32:32Z

<div>Santa Cruz Last Night DIY Celebration Returns for the Third Year <br/> <br/>Come express yourself and join the fun in Downtown Santa Cruz for a New Year’s Eve parade and street party crammed with jugglers, fire dancers, samba drums, pirates, freak bikes, art cars, marching bands, do-it-yourself art projects and lots of music. All your favorite local performers will be there - will you? <br/> <br/>Last Night DIY is a spontaneous people’s parade, a do-it-yourself celebration organized at a grassroots level. This family-friendly, all ages, all-inclusive event will take place on New Year’s Eve starting at sunset (around 5pm) behind the Saturn Cafe. The parade will march down Pacific Avenue, followed by a rollicking party in the street as we celebrate the New Year together. <br/> <br/>To learn more about it, add your own creative ideas, or help un-organize this year’s parade and street party, visit the Last Night DIY website at www.lastnightdiy.org. <br/> <br/>There are no spectators-only participants!</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/santacruzhoopdance">Santa Cruz Hoop Dance</a> - 0 replies </div>

Whitney 2007-12-09T21:32:32Z hoopnotica http://tribes.tribe.net/santacruzhoopdance/thread/7748185d-4329-4ecd-be97-9d802ceecd22 2007-11-27T17:53:51Z 2007-11-27T17:53:51Z

<div>I had soooo much fun hooping with all of you on 11/21! Thank you all so much for coming out to play! I wanted to give special thanks to Heather for organizing this event, to Jimmy for video taping it, to Oceanna for taking me to such a fabulous Thai reastaurant for dinner, and to Blaze for his hospitality. Thank you all for making me feel so welcome - you've got something special going on up there in beautiful Santa Cruz!! I hope to return soon in the new year - I will keep you all posted! <br/> <br/>Take a look at the video that Jimmy edited from his taping - it's up on You Tube at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HUSVqdMIHfc <br/> <br/>xoxo <br/>Rayna <br/>www.hoopnotica.com</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/santacruzhoopdance">Santa Cruz Hoop Dance</a> - 0 replies </div>

hoopnotica 2007-11-27T17:53:51Z hoopnotica http://tribes.tribe.net/santacruzhoopdance/thread/b5f20e46-f5b7-4388-b8a0-68f5007abeb6 2007-11-20T04:48:53Z 2007-11-20T00:28:52Z

<div>Hey Santa Cruz Hoopers! <br/> <br/>I'm driving to Santa Rosa from Los Angeles and I'm stoppin' along the way to hoop! I'll be hosting a free HoopFest in Santa Barbara, then heading through Santa Cruz on Wednesday. <br/> <br/>I would absolutely love to meet you and hoop with you while I am there! I am open to hosting a free HoopFest, teaching private lessons, and semi-private group classes if anyone is interested. I'll be driving the Hoopnotica van, so I'll have plenty of our beautiful Hoopnotic Hoops, TravelHoops and instructional DVD's all at special holiday pricing! <br/> <br/>Please contact me if you are interested in meeting up. My cell phone number is 562-322-1853 and my direct email address is rayna@hoopnotica.com. If you help to organize a group private of 5 or more people, I will waive your fee and give you a FREE Hoop of your choice! <br/> <br/>Looking forward to connecting with you! ~Rayna</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/santacruzhoopdance">Santa Cruz Hoop Dance</a> - 2 replies </div>

hoopnotica 2007-11-20T00:28:52Z Blaze http://tribes.tribe.net/santacruzhoopdance/thread/94e36571-c3c5-49f0-9db5-58ab5a59b235 2007-09-27T04:23:39Z 2007-09-27T04:23:39Z

<div>I have made a reservation for use of the big beautiful dance studio at UCSC's East Field House Friday, Sept 28 7-9 PM. It costs $5 for the general public to officially enter the field house, $3 for alumni and UCSC students are free. The dance studio is on the upper level near the parking lot and features a full length mirror and wood floors. There is an entrance there (for students with id cards), and the dance studio is adjacent to it, but you can pay for entrance only at the main entrance by the swimming pool and then walk back over. All are welcome for poi, staff and hoop but staves need to have ends padded so not to damage the wood floors. Anyone want to bring a sound system? <br/> <br/>Hope to see you there and if this works out, I might try a few more spin jams. The reservation is tentative as we could get bumped out but it doesn't seem likely this time around. By the way, once you are in, you have access to all facilities including pool and gym if that is of any interest to anyone.</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/santacruzhoopdance">Santa Cruz Hoop Dance</a> - 0 replies </div>

Blaze 2007-09-27T04:23:39Z Sequoia http://tribes.tribe.net/santacruzhoopdance/thread/45462efa-087e-4d91-aaaf-bc2682914770 2007-09-16T21:38:04Z 2007-09-16T20:12:32Z

<div>hello there all, my name is michelle. thank you so much for creating this space for discussion of hula hooping! i found you guys in search of someone who could instruct me in hula hooping techniques so that i could give the gift of artistic expression to others through this form of dance =) i am excited to hear back and would be happy to exchange either money, or preferably, other non-material gifts. thanks y'all, have a day filled with love, gratitude, and whatever your heart may need! ~namaste~ &amp;lt;3michelle</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/santacruzhoopdance">Santa Cruz Hoop Dance</a> - 1 reply </div>

Sequoia 2007-09-16T20:12:32Z Heather http://tribes.tribe.net/santacruzhoopdance/thread/7f902703-76b1-4390-b511-a83f4e800298 2007-09-11T17:48:04Z 2007-09-11T17:48:04Z

<div>CURRENT MOVEHOOPS DANCE FITNESS CLASS SCHEDULE <br/>SEPT- DEC 2007 <br/> <br/>HOOPS PROVIDED IN CLASS AND FOR PURCHASE <br/> <br/>CHECK BACK <br/>MONTEREY/PACIFIC GROVE CLASSES TO BE ADDED SOON! <br/> <br/>ALL THE BASICS <br/>BEGINNER HOOP DANCE WORKSHOPS <br/>SATURDAYS <br/>DATES: SEPT. 22, OCT 20, NOV 10 <br/>Location: The 418 Project <br/>418 Front Street, Santa Cruz <br/>Time: 1:00pm-2:30pm <br/>$20.00 Workshop rate <br/>Space is limited. Pre-register by email with your name and workshop date to: <br/>Hat360@hotmail.com <br/> <br/>SIX WEEK BEGINNER SERIES <br/>MONDAY AFTERNOONS <br/>The 6 Week Beginner Series <br/>Monday, September 9th- October 15th <br/>Location: Dance Odyssey <br/>4641 Soquel Drive, Soquel <br/>Time: 4:30pm-5:30pm <br/>$60 for all six classes, or $12 drop-in rate <br/>Space is limited. Pre-register by email with your name and workshop date to: <br/>Hat360@hotmail.com <br/> <br/>SIX WEEK BEGINNER SERIES <br/>TUESDAY EVENINGS <br/>The 6 Week Beginner Series <br/>October 9- Nov. 13 <br/>Location: TBA- UCSC Recreation Dept. <br/>Time: 7:30 – 9:00pm <br/>Sign-up through the UCSC webpage beginning Sept. 15th <br/>www.ucscrecreation.com <br/> <br/>ONGOING BEGINNER DROP-IN CLASSES <br/>THURSDAY EVENINGS <br/>Location: The 418 Project <br/>418 Front Street, Santa Cruz <br/>Time: 5:00pm-6:00pm <br/>Drop-in rate: $10 per class <br/> <br/>SUNDAY EVENINGS <br/>Location:The Palomar Ballroom <br/>1344 Pacific Avenue, Santa Cruz <br/>( upstairs from the Palomar Restaurant) <br/>Time: 5:00pm-6:00pm <br/>Drop-in rate: $10 per class </div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/santacruzhoopdance">Santa Cruz Hoop Dance</a> - 0 replies </div>

Heather 2007-09-11T17:48:04Z julie http://tribes.tribe.net/santacruzhoopdance/thread/b3593a53-5a9e-4d7a-9159-d0f81480ba9f 2007-07-24T23:47:31Z 2006-01-14T17:54:13Z

<div>Hey guys! One of you all must be pretty darn good at hoopn. So good that you could even facilitate a little fun workshop for the rest of us to come look silly at. I would if I had mastered any real tricks yet. This might be a fun way to get this group going. Any volunteers?? Much Love! <br/>Julie</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/santacruzhoopdance">Santa Cruz Hoop Dance</a> - 13 replies </div>

julie 2006-01-14T17:54:13Z Blaze http://tribes.tribe.net/santacruzhoopdance/thread/6eb02011-94ff-4c0e-b724-4173f2f38158 2007-07-24T17:07:10Z 2007-07-22T00:47:32Z

<div>Join us at Santa Cruz lighthouse Sundays starting about 6:30-7:00 PM for ongoing hoop jams. This week some folks say they're bringing psi hoops for a little night time fun. I might bring my fire hoop (which I make and sell through Renegade Juggling) and light up at dusk for some practice transitioning my regular dance hoop moves into the blazing kind. Check in and find out about our next beach bonfire/fire performer gathering. Hope to see you there...</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/santacruzhoopdance">Santa Cruz Hoop Dance</a> - 2 replies </div>

Blaze 2007-07-22T00:47:32Z Blaze http://tribes.tribe.net/santacruzhoopdance/thread/570f2982-fe3a-45fc-ad1e-dc9bdb2213d0 2007-07-16T05:29:52Z 2007-07-16T05:29:52Z

<div>July 18, 8:30 PM - Meet at the Santa Cruz Harbor beach in front of Crow's Nest restaurant between the Hobie cats and the water near the east jetty. We will be fire hooping and have a small campfire in a fire pan. Join us for some fun. No glass (our only rule to use the beach) but beverages and items to share are great. Bring a beach chair or blanket. Poi and staff are also welcome.</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/santacruzhoopdance">Santa Cruz Hoop Dance</a> - 0 replies </div>

Blaze 2007-07-16T05:29:52Z Blaze http://tribes.tribe.net/santacruzhoopdance/thread/60f5c646-d7c2-4a8d-8ed4-8b45a1b8eb3a 2007-06-28T01:52:24Z 2005-09-20T23:14:20Z

<div>I know you're all out there spinning hoops in various places around in our local Santa Cruz area - it's time to come out and introduce yourself to the community! Once we get this tribe going, we can get classes and workshops going, make meeting times and have fun together. <br/> <br/>So let's get on to the introductions, I'll go first: <br/>I'm Blaze and I am like a kid who has just discovered a new passion with these larger and heavier circus hoops. Right now I am a sponge who wants to learn all, do all and of course share what I know with you. Building on my experience building props for over twenty years as a co-founder of Renegade Juggling, I build my own circus hoops and experiment with different sizes, weights and decoration styles. I can see us getting together and having fun sharing moves, having hoop building parties, and inviting workshop leaders to come and teach us stuff and sell us their professional quality hoops. <br/> <br/>So let's come out, join and post an introduction of yourself to this tribe, make ourselves known to each other, and build our local hoop dance community. I'm excited, and I hope you are too!</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/santacruzhoopdance">Santa Cruz Hoop Dance</a> - 4 replies </div>

Blaze 2005-09-20T23:14:20Z Anna http://tribes.tribe.net/santacruzhoopdance/thread/f67c6bba-9f88-48eb-957f-0766dcbc140e 2007-06-26T21:37:55Z 2007-06-26T20:52:00Z

<div>Hey guys, <br/> <br/>I thought it may be helpful to open a "where and when" thread for Santa Cruz hoopers. Basicially, if you are planning on hooping at a certain place and time, you can post it here and hope for other hoopers to join in. i'll start off: <br/> <br/>Today (Tuesday, 6/26/07) I will be hooping in Laurel Park (on Laurel, just behing the Nelson Center) at 4:30 or so. I'm working on a hoop headstand, so watch for the flying disc :)</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/santacruzhoopdance">Santa Cruz Hoop Dance</a> - 1 reply </div>

Anna 2007-06-26T20:52:00Z hoopgirl http://tribes.tribe.net/santacruzhoopdance/thread/eca13cd5-a4e2-4908-af8b-e94443279208 2007-03-06T20:03:55Z 2007-03-06T20:03:55Z

<div>Congratulations to the winners of the HoopGirl Hot Moves contest! This was our way of giving some love back to the community for sharing all your beautiful inspiration. So thank you! Since there were only 4 applicants, everyone won something!!! <br/> <br/>While all the entries were wonderful, I really felt called to award Sharna first place because of the unusual creativity of her moves. Beautiful!!! And Erica was a close contender, not only for the beauty and diversity of all her moves, but because of her fun and thoughtful presentation style. Congratulations everyone! <br/> <br/>FIRST PLACE WINNER: Sharna Rose. Awarded a FREE Teacher Training valued at $700 <br/>SECOND PLACE WINNER: Erica Edelman. A $50 gift certificate for redeemable in the HoopGirl online store <br/>SECOND PLACE WINNER: Jessica Sparks A $50 gift certificate for redeemable in the HoopGirl online store <br/>THIRD PLACE WINNER: Natasha Young A copy of HoopDance for Beginners Instructional DVD, by HoopGirl <br/> <br/>I love how giving inspires even more giving. Since Sharna already signed up for the upcoming HoopGirl teacher training in the UK, she has passed the gift of a free training onto Erica Edelman, who came in at a close second to Sharna's entries. So Erica, You got the super duper prize of both a gift certificate AND a free teacher training! Instead, Sharna has agreed to recieve a complete outfit from the upcoming HoopGirl clothing line, available in April. <br/> <br/>Winners, contact Annie at HoopGirl HQ for info on recieving your award! 415-661-4667 <br/> <br/>Watch the entries here! <br/> <br/>FIRST PLACE: SHARNA ROSE <br/>Please find attached my enteries to the Hot Hoop Move contest. I had big problems uploading my my footage (youtube mashed its quality so I had to send dv quality images - they took nearly an hour for 20 seconds worth of film - this is why the clips are so short.) So I apologise for the unglamourous way that I have presented the films - I hope you can see the moves enough to get the general idea. <br/> <br/>Move 1. Flipper (A Reversal) - Start this move from hooping around the knees. Can be done either side but for the purposes of the demonstration I have done it clockwise. You will need to remove your right leg from the hoop when the gap occurs (if you were doing a kick out you would move the other leg) and then you use the foot to reverse the hoop using the knee as a pivot. Reverse the instructions to do this the other way - Its really hard either way and I cant always get it - the music has to be just right - or I don't practice it enough. <br/>http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ym_P8__DRq0 <br/> <br/>Move 2. Back around the Summit - Start this move standing upright and lean forward as if you were going to take the hoop behind your back and pop in. If you take the hoop with your left hand then as you come around the right side of your body you need to put your right elbow up and into the hoop, using your body as a pivot push with this elbow and pull back with the left hand. Reverse the instructions for the other side. <br/>http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9ekDuhjQQEE <br/> <br/>Move 3. Jack in the Box - Start this move by doing a Reversed Summit. In this clip I start by taking the hoop around my back with my left hand - Instead of reversing the move with the elbow behind the back pop back into the hoop and use your right hand to swing the hoop onto your body (tip - use your left hand to stall the hoop and help with momentum when reversing and turn the direction the hoop is now going in). I find it more difficult to go the other way. You reverse the instructions but somehow my body gets in the way - I think more practice is required by me or it needs more swing. <br/>http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jQ7fVdbGQVU <br/> <br/>Move 4. Back Heel Flick - Start by standing upright, hooping clockwise, and pass the hoop infront and behind the body horizontally at about knee hight. On passing the hoop in front of the body with left hand use the right heel to scoop the hoop behind and up as high as you can behind your back - use your left hand to push the hoop back on your body as you pop back in. This only works this way because if you reverse the instructions the hoop is passed infront of the body. <br/>http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GSlfQeLDsYw <br/> <br/>Move 5. Wind up - Start by standing upright, hooping clockwise, and pass the hoop around the body horizontally in front and behind you. As the hoop comes back around your left side to the front, place your right foot on the far of the hoop and push the hoop around so that it comes over your right side, over your head and release your left foot (you can either hold the hoop with both hands or just your right). Twist the hoop over your body again using right hand and jump out backward from the hoop - take the hoop back around to the right behind you, using right hand, and pop in. Turn. Reverse the instructions for going the other way. <br/>http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QPPYrAy4gS0 <br/> <br/>SECOND PLACE: Erica Edelman <br/>YouTube Link: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P90mutX0tUg <br/>Moves: <br/>Move 1: Celeste / Luna <br/>Difficulty: Beginner <br/>Notes: This is a fun move that even brand new hoopers can do. The challenge is keeping your balance at the end without hopping, but if you only do a half-turn, then it is much easier (but less fun!) I asked my beginner students to name it, and they came up with either Celeste or Luna, because the end pose looks like those pictures of a lady in the moon. <br/> <br/>Move 2: Fun Start <br/>Difficulty: Beginner <br/>Notes: Both this move and the previous move can be done by brand new hoopers. I was trying to figure out the "circus start" move (which I can't do) when I stumbled upon this little gem. Newbie Hoopers love it, because it is a fun and easy way to start hooping, instead of just pushing it around the waist. <br/> <br/>Move 3: One Shoulder Duckout from Waist Hooping <br/>Difficulty: High Intermediate <br/>Notes: For a while I was exploring with One Shoulder Duckout variations. I put this move on a video on my website showing those variations but no one ever seemed to pick it, or the other variations, up. This one is pretty fun, but not too pretty. I generally don't do it in performances, because it does not have a high enough success ratio. (i.e. it ocassionally goes flying) <br/> <br/>Move 4: Isolation with Turn <br/>Difficulty: Advanced <br/>Notes: This is a new one for me. Lots of hoopers do isolations, but I don't think I have ever seen any add a turn to it. It is difficult, but definitely do-able for anyone who already has a one-handed isolation down. <br/> <br/>Move 5: "Not the Matrix" <br/>Difficulty: High Advanced <br/>The base of this move is from last year for me, but the end of it is new. It starts out going from a left shoulder duck-out to a right shoulder duck-out WITHOUT putting your head in the hoop. Now, the new part for me: THEN it goes in front of you (without your head inside, again) to a left arm duck-out. If I can get that last piece to a left SHOULDER duck-out, then I can make the move continous. <br/> <br/>SECOND PLACE: JESSICA SPARKS <br/>http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ScregYQ55to <br/>The move: SCISSOR SWITCH <br/>accomplished by stepping out of the hoop while hooping on your knees, and using your outside knee to change currents/directions. <br/> <br/>THIRD PLACE: NATASHA YOUNG <br/>I call this move the spin cycle. It's swish into a toss with a spin. <br/>My sister used to do this move when she was a baton twirler. A lot of <br/>off body hoopdancing is similar to baton (warrior, for example) so I <br/>thought I would give this trick a try. It's called a one spin in <br/>baton, but I've seen them do three spins and four spins! What I <br/>learned from watching the baton twirlers are the following: <br/>(1) the higher you toss, the more time you have to spin around before <br/>catching the hoop <br/>(2) you need to throw the hoop as straight up into the air as possible <br/>(3) always spot the hoop so that you are always aware of where it is <br/> <br/>http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WZJ0OQXi8aU <br/> <br/>Christabel Zamor, M.A. <br/>Founder <br/>http://www.HoopGirl.com <br/>info@hoopgirl.com <br/>415.661.4667 <br/> <br/> <br/> <br/></div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/santacruzhoopdance">Santa Cruz Hoop Dance</a> - 0 replies </div>

hoopgirl 2007-03-06T20:03:55Z JeSse http://tribes.tribe.net/santacruzhoopdance/thread/6cbc307a-ab13-4635-b975-a7ce3c7b8135 2007-02-24T01:40:16Z 2007-02-24T01:40:16Z

<div>we just couldn't contain it any longer.... <br/> <br/>The Do LaB presents... <br/> <br/>~Lightning in a Bottle 2007 ~ Tickets Onsale Now! <br/> <br/>www.lightninginabottle.org/</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/santacruzhoopdance">Santa Cruz Hoop Dance</a> - 0 replies </div>

JeSse 2007-02-24T01:40:16Z Lisa http://tribes.tribe.net/santacruzhoopdance/thread/2287ca37-cdea-4bd4-90dd-8765db1fef22 2007-02-22T20:10:11Z 2006-05-30T22:52:56Z

<div>Hello Hoop-Friends! <br/> <br/>I live in Los Gatos and am looking for other hoopers. I just started hooping about 2 months ago and am TOTALLY addicted! So much that I'm now teaching a regular hooping class at Courtside Club, and doing a beginning workshop at Yoga Center Los Gatos on June 17th. I'd love to PLAY with anyone who wants to! <br/> <br/>Peace and Light, <br/> <br/>Lisa</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/santacruzhoopdance">Santa Cruz Hoop Dance</a> - 7 replies </div>

Lisa 2006-05-30T22:52:56Z Blaze http://tribes.tribe.net/santacruzhoopdance/thread/1651288d-36a6-44bd-8917-50d81620815c 2006-10-15T05:31:31Z 2006-10-15T05:31:31Z

<div>Here's the update... <br/> <br/>A few non-tribe folks have been causally gathering at a new club downtown called E3 that, although small, is hooper friendly (management even providing a few hoops). A small group of us has been coming down on Mondays for a reconfiguation of a former SC band called Special Fun now known as Soul Circle that is still performing to small audiences (so there's actually room to hoop). The band I believe is going to be doing every other Monday for a while longer and while crowds remain small, it's a hoopable space. Anyways, we're all pretty dedicated hoopers (there's four of us) who look likely to hop on board Christebel and Alison's Yelapa, Mexico hooping in paradise workshop. If anyone else is interested, the deadline is approaching so here's the skinny on the workshop which sounds pretty fun to me: <br/> <br/>Join Christabel at a Beachside Hooping Paradise! <br/> <br/>The registration deadline is almost here!!! January 17-21. Join HoopGirl™ and guest Nia instructor, Alison Weeks, for a retreat on the beautiful coast of Jalisco, Mexico! enjoy a long weekend of sun, sand, hooping, dance and fun! Flying into Puerto Vallarta, we will take an exhilarating boat ride to magical Yelapa.Day times will have time to hike, snorkel, swim in the ocean, or sit in a hammock and chill. $695 includes two hoop classes daily, spontaneous hoop jams, lodging at an eco-resort with the largest waterfall in the Americas, and three healthy meals a day prepared by a local chef. The resort has 4 lush acres bursting with topical flowers and fruits...space is very limited! To register, email Alison immediately for more information: alison_weeks@yahoo.com.</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/santacruzhoopdance">Santa Cruz Hoop Dance</a> - 0 replies </div>

Blaze 2006-10-15T05:31:31Z ellenmo http://tribes.tribe.net/santacruzhoopdance/thread/e18a77a4-93af-4bdc-accd-526dc8b03e80 2006-08-24T20:04:25Z 2006-08-24T20:04:25Z

<div>Sorry for not making an official announcement sooner. It has taken me a while to get my shit together. <br/> <br/>I am going to host a hoop-build session noon-4PM Wed (and Thurs, too, if supplies last) where newbies and old pros alike can make and decorate a hoop to take home with them. =o) <br/> <br/>Ka'Pilina - Hawaii Burners Camp <br/>6:30 &amp; Chance <br/>Wed (possible Thurs) 12noon-4PM <br/> <br/>I will supply 3/4" and 1" tubing, appropriate connectors, and cloth/vinyl tapes. <br/> <br/>Looking forward to hooping it up in the dust w/ you all!!! <br/> <br/>xoEllen</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/santacruzhoopdance">Santa Cruz Hoop Dance</a> - 0 replies </div>

ellenmo 2006-08-24T20:04:25Z Libby http://tribes.tribe.net/santacruzhoopdance/thread/fc7e20f9-0e64-492e-bebe-3062925ca534 2006-04-25T17:49:39Z 2006-04-25T17:49:39Z

<div>If anyone is interested in displaying their hoop dancing skills at promotional events in the Santa Cruz Area, please contact Gail at 617.713.3900 or email your name, address, phone number, birthdate and a picture to gfelcher@universalcg.com. <br/> <br/>We are an event marketing and promotions company executing a nationwide mobile tour this summer. If you are interested in performing for children and making some extra money, we want you!! <br/> <br/>Thanks! <br/>www.universalcg.com</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/santacruzhoopdance">Santa Cruz Hoop Dance</a> - 0 replies </div>

Libby 2006-04-25T17:49:39Z eteeter78 http://tribes.tribe.net/santacruzhoopdance/thread/a980cf76-ebf4-4eda-a0bc-0d2b6d263378 2006-02-24T20:50:37Z 2005-09-29T05:07:17Z

<div>So we have some SC hoopers...YAY!! I love hooping down there...my fave!</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/santacruzhoopdance">Santa Cruz Hoop Dance</a> - 6 replies </div>

eteeter78 2005-09-29T05:07:17Z eteeter78 http://tribes.tribe.net/santacruzhoopdance/thread/4dcbe33a-5db6-4a0b-a577-d8e76966ea75 2006-01-04T03:16:23Z 2005-10-03T17:10:50Z

<div>Well, I see this is a small group so far, but I'm positive it's gonna grow. Anyway, I thought I'd just throw this out there, see if anyone wants to play along... <br/> <br/>What kind of hooper are you? (Not that I'm asking you to label yourself or place yourself in a little box...not where I'm going with this) <br/> <br/>I just started hooping this past summer at Bonnaroo (music festival in TN) and can't get enough. So basically, I'm just a recreational hooper but I love, love, love it and I'm eager to learn more and more.</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/santacruzhoopdance">Santa Cruz Hoop Dance</a> - 5 replies </div>

eteeter78 2005-10-03T17:10:50Z Blaze http://tribes.tribe.net/santacruzhoopdance/thread/022a28d0-a6eb-4285-8d2b-a178beda58ef 2005-11-23T19:27:33Z 2005-11-13T19:02:00Z

<div>I thought I'd post what I know about buying a hoop or getting hoop making supplies in our area. <br/> <br/>I have some for sale at my business, Renegade Juggling. You can stop by and choose from what we have there - call first 831-426-7343 and make an appointment. We also have a DVD on beginning hooping. There are also many online vendors including us: www.renegadejuggling.com. See http://www.hooping.org for a listing other vendors. <br/> <br/>Alternately, to make your own, here's where you get the poly tubing: <br/>3/4 inch tubing - use 160 psi tubing available at Scotts Valley Sprinkler and Pipe. Spools only. <br/>1 inch tubing - use 100 psi tubing available at San Lorenzo Lumber. Sometimes spools only sometimes not - look in the yard for cut lengths. You can also get 100 psi 3/4 inch tubing there (but I think it make a hoop too lightweight). <br/>Both place have the straight couplings you'll need to join the tubing. <br/> <br/>Next you'll need tapes - mail order from: http://www.identi-tape.com <br/> <br/>For instructions and other supplies go to: http://www.hooping.org <br/> <br/>Here's a link to hoop making step by step instructions: <br/>http://www.jasonunbound.com/hoops.html <br/> <br/>Good luck and please introduce yourself on this tribe under the post, 'lets form a hoop dance community in santa cruz', especially if you're a local to our area.</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/santacruzhoopdance">Santa Cruz Hoop Dance</a> - 3 replies </div>

Blaze 2005-11-13T19:02:00Z