Lately I've been getting interested in hooping and poi spinning. Maybe because winter is starting to get to me and I'm feeling restless. Or maybe this little pink-haired raver is finally growing up. Regardless the reason, it's something I've decided to pursue.
An old photo proving that before I played
with bioluminescent bacteria, I played with glow sticks.
With the goal in mind to eventually spin fire, Wil and I began researching poi spinning. In the process we fell in love with
Flowtoys, and ordered some beautiful glowing poi. While waiting for them to arrive, we made a late-night supply run and crafted our own, homemade practice poi by harnessing the power of knee socks and soft balls. We made them at Ryan's apartment. The poor guy had consumed quite a bit of vodka in an attempt to reach Ballmer's Peak, and watching two people stuff neon softballs into knee socks only added to his confusion.
My sock poi.
Between his experience in theater, juggling, and martial arts, Wil has a bit more experience with the flowing movements required by poi. While I envy his talent, he does make an excellent teacher. I also found an excellent instructional series on YouTube.
I found a hooping workshop which begins next month, and a hula hoop is already on it's way. I never thought I would get so excited over a silly hula hoop. Best of all: The hooping instructor also works with poi and can spin fire, which means she can help me out with both hooping and poi :)
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