"I recommend using a small, light hoop because it is easier to control. Also, try practicing in front of a mirror if you can. Imagine that you are driving a car and the hoop is a steering wheel. "
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Danielle Starshine
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iso barrell roll troubleshoot
Started this discussion. Last reply by Danielle Starshine May 26. 7 Replies 0 Likes
http://youtu.be/vEmNreEekG8 i don't know what i am doing wrong with this trick. i just can't seem to get the hoop to stay level. any tips would be greatly…
vertical behind the back pass while spinning
Started this discussion. Last reply by Rika Jun 4. 11 Replies 0 Likes
Ok..don't laugh at me...somehow I haven't learned this seemingly basic hoop trick...http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NVWnY2ldBEsdeanne love…
knee breaks aka "scissor switch" help
Started this discussion. Last reply by Danielle Starshine Dec 2, 2012. 29 Replies 1 Like
so i've been dying to learn this trick, but i just can't seem to get the timing down or something.. every time i go to bring my leg down from one leg hooping, it just crashes to the floor. i've…
getting over a broken heart
Started this discussion. Last reply by Mina Bear Oct 10, 2012. 13 Replies 1 Like
it isn't easy. my boyfriend of 3 years and i just broke up. it was an unhealthy relationship where he tried to control my every move. he put me in a situation where i was forced to choose between my…
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StudentRika replied to the discussion 'vertical behind the back pass while spinning'
"Seeeriously slowing it down is what helped me. And really put *a lot* of thought into the position of your hands and arms. It was the over head pass that was really killing me. I realized that I was somehow turning the hoop. Keep in mind that it…"
Bree Wilson replied to the discussion 'vertical behind the back pass while spinning'"I can't get this trick either, so no laughing here!"
Wiminz replied to the discussion 'vertical behind the back pass while spinning'"I learned this from Caroleenahttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HIAE2OBhhKAI know the Rising Sun as a completely different trickhttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gG_TlkvgRCg"
StudentDanielle Starshine commented on the blog post 'Promoting dreams.'
"back when i had no job except to do housework, i would hoop for hours and hours."
StudentDanielle Starshine commented on the blog post 'Promoting dreams.'
"she may only hoop for 15 minutes, but she also has a business to run, other life stuff to handle, and probably performs regularly. i love hooping too but often i don't even have the time during the week to pick it up because i work full…"
StudentDanielle Starshine replied to the discussion 'iso barrell roll troubleshoot'
"yeah when i do it with a mini it looks sooo much cleaner. the hoop in the video is my 36'' polypro that is my "go to" hoop. i am thinking about downsizing to a 34''."
StudentDanielle Starshine replied to the discussion 'How to control your intense hoopin faces'
"LOL this is why i want to get a cool mask to wear while hooping."
StudentLouisa Hula* replied to the discussion 'iso barrell roll troubleshoot'
"you'll probably have a little easier time with a slightly smaller hoop, too! it can be hard to get the arms to stretch out enough and keep it level with bigger hoops. but mostly drilling, yes! Also try it in combination with some smears, go…"
StudentDanielle Starshine replied to the discussion 'iso barrell roll troubleshoot'
"lol for some reason i seem to do better when the hoop is not touching me."
StudentLoopDLu replied to the discussion 'iso barrell roll troubleshoot'
"I do a sort of similar thing...I keep the bottom of the hoop in contact with my hips/butt as I turn, that way I can feel that it is staying at the same height.
Good Luck!
Loop"
Wiminz replied to the discussion 'iso barrell roll troubleshoot'"Try keeping the bottom of the hoop lined up with your lower back, that way you know it stays put and also helps stability. Just kind of slide your lower back across the hoop as you turn. Hope that helps :)"
StudentDanielle Starshine replied to the discussion 'iso barrell roll troubleshoot'
"thank you for the feedback! i have been obsessing over getting this thing right for so long lol."
Salardora Pantz replied to the discussion 'iso barrell roll troubleshoot'"Hello! Youre video looks really great actually! Most of the "wobbliness" comes from the muscles in your arms, they are building strength and don't necessarily have the right tiny muscles in place to keep the hoop perfectly in…"
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iso barrell roll troubleshoot
http://youtu.be/vEmNreEekG8 i don't know what i am doing wrong with this trick. i just can't seem to get the hoop to stay level. any tips would be greatly appreciated :) also, if you wonder why i keep failing at certain tricks, it's because i was in a very small space and kept hitting the chair or the ceiling.See More
StudentDanielle Starshine replied to the discussion 'Where do we stand in the world of flow arts?'
"i just hate it that a girl who is half-naked and can only do a couple of things with a hoop can garner more attention than a more modestly dressed hooper with a lot of skill.
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Profile Information
- Do you teach hoop classes? *Please only answer 'yes' if you teach classes on a regular basis.
- No
- What year did you start hooping? (e.g. 2003)
- 2011
- Who is your hoop mamma or papa? (The person who introduced you to hooping)
- my friend Kristina
- Who's hoop style do you love? i.e. Who inspires you?
- Safire, Brecken, Tiana, Babz, Hoopalicious
- What is your goal for 2013 and why is it important? (Doesn't have to be hoop related.)
- For 2012 I would like to learn knee and chest hooping in my reverse current; a reflection of my ultimate goal to find more balance in life. I want to smile more, laugh more, love more, and give more back to the world.
Hooping Questionnaire
How old are you? nearly 25
When did you first start hooping? September 2011
Would you call yourself a beginner, intermediate or advanced hooper? intermediate
How often do you hoop? Every chance I get.
Do you have an indoor hoop space? Yes, albeit a small one.
Is there a hoop group where you live? nope. I wanna start oneee.
Did you start it? No.
Would you say that you are obsessed with or addicted to hooping? Yes, I hoop every chance I get. If I'm not hooping, then chances are I am daydreaming of hooping.
Have you posted hooping videos? How many? Not yet! I'm still too much of a n00b!
Do you have friends nearby to hoop with? Yes
Do you teach hooping? If so, how many people have you taught? Nope
What kind of songs do you listen to while hooping? Grateful Dead, Shpongle, Primus, Umphrey's McGee, etc. I am not big on dubstep AT ALL. I'm pretty much a hater when it comes to dubstep.
What is your favorite song right now? To hoop to? "Around the World in a Tea Daze" by Shpongle
Do you buy hoops or make your own? I have one that I bought from a girl at the Werk Out music festival. I plan on making some hoops in the near future, especially MINIS!
Have you lost weight since starting to hoop? No, but I can definitely look at myself and see a change in muscle tone.
What size is your favorite hoop? Right now I am using a 38''. Really want to downsize to a 36'' polypro..
Are you comfortable hooping by yourself in a public place? Yeah, it's not really a problem for me anymore.
How did you learn the majority of the tricks you know today? Youtube!
Who is your favorite hoop teacher? Safire, Babz, Caroleena, and Arsyn have all helped me tremendously.
What advice would you give to to beginner hoopers? Just keep truckin' and don't let the bruising scare you away.
Do you fire hoop? If not, do you want to? No, but I can't wait to try.
Do own an LED hoop? Where did you get it? I have the 38'' Blaze from MoodHoops <3
How much time do you spend on Hoop City Hooping Community? Too much time. haha.
What was the first trick you learned (besides waist hooping)? The lasso!
What is the last trick you mastered? a sweet little combo i came up with. elbow attack into a contact rollover
What trick so far was the hardest for you to learn? getting my leg back in from one legged hooping OMFG ow
Which one are you finding is almost impossible to get? bunny ears :P
How many hoopers would you say live in your town/city? Gosh, I dunno. I live in hippie Mecca so there are quite a few.
Have you performed hooping in front of an audience? Not yet!
Has anyone told you you were too old to be playing with a hula hoop? Nope! Actually I get a lot of older women asking me to play with my hoop when I bring it to the park.
What’s the worst injury you’ve acquired from the hoop? Just some bruises.
Have you ever hooped naked? Every chance I get.
Have you been to a hoop camp/retreat? Which one? No
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Comment Wall (8 comments)
- At 11:24am on June 28, 2012,
Born To Hula said…
- I hope you heal quickly. I know you'll be fine soon enough. We can do this!
- At 1:21pm on June 5, 2012,
Keity Rose said… Hi new friend!! :)
P.S. I have your profile pic tattooed on my right shoulder!
- At 2:15pm on March 15, 2012,
Taylor Starr said… - Actually it is and I love it!!! i have had a few problems here or there but the guy who made it is very very reliable and all you have to do is send it back to him and he will fix you up!! I def would advise you to invest in one it = my life!! thank you
- At 7:17pm on March 1, 2012,
Sarah said… Hey, sorry it took a long time to get back to you! Yeah, my wrestling/hooping job IS hilarious. I never thought I'd have a weekly spot on television hooping for a wrestler. I'm not really into wrestling at all, but a friend hooked me up with the gig and now I'm part of the act and actually really enjoying it XD
- At 10:02pm on February 14, 2012,
angelineWV said… Howdy, WV hooper! I am not far from Athens, maybe 40 minutes. Are there any hoop jams or anything going on up there? Would love to come over when the weather is nice! :-)
- At 10:05am on December 20, 2011,
Kristina said… Hey you! We need to hoop sometime, I did not know that you had an account on here! I really hated missing you when you called to meet.
- At 10:08am on October 29, 2011,
Hulacinogen said… - Hey lovely! It's great to see you on hoopcity! Have plans for any shows this fall?
- At 10:17am on October 22, 2011,
danielle mooney said… - My mom if from Ohio......can you vote for me, the contest ends today, and tell everyone you know on here to vo
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hula hooping is helping me heal!
Posted on September 25, 2012 at 12:00pm 3 Comments 6 Likes
Three months ago I fell and fractured my humerus. That wasn't the worst of it. As a complication of my injury, I had bruised my radial nerve, leaving me with a condition known as radial nerve palsy. My left hand was paralyzed. I was told that the damage might be irreversible or might take up to a year to gain function again. It was devastating. While some might lose hope, I found determination. I love hooping and was not going to let an injury take that from me. For two months, I diligently…
broken humerus
Posted on June 20, 2012 at 5:29pm 1 Comment 0 Likes
is not humorous. i can't hoop for 6-8 weeks. fell off a porch and broke my upper arm. blah.
amazed
Posted on April 15, 2012 at 11:16am 2 Comments 5 Likes
As I look back at the past 7 months I have spent as a hooper, the past 3 months in particular, I am amazed at my progress. I am going through a rough patch in my life, and instead of lashing out and being negative, I am channeling the frustration into my hooping with the intent of transformation, and it is working. It's magical. Three months ago, I could barely keep a hoop up at my chest. Now I can do breaks, arm weaving, one shoulder hooping, stalls, vertical chest hooping, and barrel…
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