UPDATE (6.30pm Wednesday 15th June) – POSTPONED DUE TO WIND AND RAIN – New date Wednesday 29th June 8-9pm
Spinning fire is one of the most exciting parts of hula hooping – learn how to do it the safe way! In this workshop, you’ll learn what you need to spin fire safely, then (under the supervision of Jo), you’ll be able to light up a fire hoop yourself! 12 spaces max!
When: 8-9pm, Wednesday 29th June
Where: The open area next to the King Alfred Leisure Centre parking lot, behind the beach huts – map
Prerequisite: Must have completed a beginner’s hoop course, and/or be confident hooping on your waist without dropping, and lifting the hoop up above your head and back down.
Cost: SOLD OUT!!! Please email info@livelovehoop.com if you would like to request another workshop and be placed on the waiting list. £6 to cover instruction, fuel and use of equipment.
Disclaimer: While every safety precaution will be taken, please be aware that this workshop is at your own risk.
More information
Workshop includes:
- Explanation and provision of fuel, dipping kit and safety equipment, explanation of how to be a fire ‘safety’ and how to extinguish a lit hoop
- Explanation of what moves are safe to do with a lit hoop and which look most effective
- Chance to play with different types of unlit hoops to get used to the feel/weight
- Information about what to look for in buying your first fire hoop
- Fire hooping demo from Jo
- A burn (or two or three) with a fire hoop
What to bring/wear
- Clothes in natural fibres, e.g. cotton, wool, denim. Nothing too baggy or made of artificial fibres. Darker colours/older clothes are better (you will get sooty!)
- Please tie hair back if possible. And/or bring a hat, beanie or bandana to cover hair
- Camera/video camera if you want evidence of your burn!
- Bottle of water – fire hooping is a thirsty business!
- Food/drinks if you’re joining us for the spin jam afterwards
Wet Weather plan
If it’s rainy or particularly windy, we will need to reschedule. Stay tuned for updates.
