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StudentPermalink Reply by circularlogic on May 28, 2010 at 10:11am

I'm not tempted at all by the DVDs, actually... but I do have a couple of SaFire's classses & lots of local hoopers to learn from. But I'm in the middle of a minis fixation right now & I'm learning much more from YouTube, Hoop Citizens & personal experimentation than any formal teaching. If I were you I'd save my money for now & maybe invest in one of SaFire's more advanced classes whenever you can afford it.

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StudentPermalink Reply by Tara V. Hoops on May 28, 2010 at 10:29am

I really appreciated Hoopgirl's dvd Hoopdance for beginners and the hoop path's first steps. I think you can learn fine without them if money is an issue but every little bit that you take from others helps you find your own flow. I personally do best with live teachers over dvds, or you tubes. Having just spent 5 days with SaFire though, I am super excited for the mini's class!

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StudentPermalink Reply by shimarella* on May 28, 2010 at 1:08pm

A mix of both is what worked for me. I can tell ya that the only thing that kept me motivated to stick with basic hooping & actually nail some moves was that Hoopnotica DVD you have, so I'm always going to rec that one. The thing about many Youtube tutes is that they aren't necessarily filmed in reverse so you may end up having to reverse directions on your own. Most people seem to have no problem with that... I do! LOL

I've learned a lot from Safire's classes. The cost upfront is an investment for the sheer volume of material & support you get.

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StudentPermalink Reply by Tammy Yan on May 28, 2010 at 7:13pm

I bought the HoopGirl DVD when I first started, but honestly it was not as helpful as the youtube tutorials. There are a lot more tricks on this DVD but not as in-depth explanation, so I ended up turning back to youtube in frustration. Now I use the HoopGirl DVD for ideas on how to dance with the hoop, because I adore the way Christabel moves so gracefully with the hoop.

Personally, I recommend SaFire's classes, because each move is broken down thoroughly and shown in both currents. $55 is like the price of 2 full price DVDs; just save up for that! :)

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StudentPermalink Reply by AJ on May 29, 2010 at 7:22pm

Youtube's where it's at =) I wouldn't waste money on DVDs.

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StudentPermalink Reply by circularlogic on June 5, 2010 at 2:19pm

Okay, scratch what I said above. When THIS DVD comes out, I'm totally getting it!!

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Permalink Reply by Peri Quintard on June 5, 2010 at 3:00pm

circularlogic: THANK YOU for ALWAYS being so up to date, 10 steps ahead.... and spreading so much hoop love. I'm right behind you in line for this DVD :)

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StudentPermalink Reply by circularlogic on June 5, 2010 at 4:14pm

I don't know about up to date-- it's been in the works for quite a while apparently-- but dang, doesn't it look incredible!!??

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Permalink Reply by Harlow [Hulacination Hoops] on June 5, 2010 at 6:41pm

Oh my! I may have to get that when it comes out :D

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StudentPermalink Reply by Heike on June 6, 2010 at 12:40pm

The Hooping Workout in German? Oh, in which Drugstore have you seen it?? DM, Budni, Schlecker, Rossmann??? I started hooping with Christabel's beginner DVD - it was ok - but when you want to learn more tricks and especially improve the flow (which I still find quite difficult), I took SaFire's class and I hardly stop watching her tuturials and practising...So, if you can afford it sometime, I can highly recommend it - and besides, the English lessons are even free!!!

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StudentPermalink Reply by shimarella* on June 7, 2010 at 9:08am

Yeah, Circular, I'm looking forward to that DVD as well!

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StudentPermalink Reply by Sphereale on June 7, 2010 at 1:19pm

I have the cds you mention -but they mostly collect dust - I actually gave one away. I get a LOT more from youtube and Safire's tutorials. I think everyone is different though - sometimes it helps to have different sources.

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