"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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Danielle Starshine
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vertical behind the back pass while spinning
Started this discussion. Last reply by Siren of the Circle* Dec 4, 2012. 8 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…
how do you stay fit?
Started this discussion. Last reply by Runemist34 Feb 18. 23 Replies 3 Likes
i can't help but notice there are so many hoopers out there who are just so fit and toned. i've struggled with my weight all my life. right now i seem to be losing and gaining the same 8 lbs over and…
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StudentDanielle Starshine replied to the discussion 'Help needed, greatly appreciated :)'
"go with the 36 for sure. i have a 38 and never use it anymore because it is just too big and heavy."
StudentDanielle Starshine replied to the discussion 'Where do we stand in the world of flow arts?'
"nowhere in her post did she call them sluts. i personally agree with kelly. i feel like the girls who wear minimal clothing often cheapen the art of hooping. it should be about what you can do with the hoop and how you interpret the music, not about…"
StudentDanielle Starshine replied to the discussion 'chest hooping'
"I can, but it's easier with my big heavy hoop. With my polypro, I can do it for a while and then it starts to slip, so I start spinning to prevent it from falling farther down."
StudentDanielle Starshine commented on Kelly Kerner's video
Wedgie Practice (4/9)
"that's pretty sick. love the wedgie/step through combo. you have inspired me to work on my wedgies!"
StudentDanielle Starshine replied to the discussion 'Ever feel like you hit a "dry spell" with hooping?'
"i was feeling like i wasn't progressing as well as i wanted to be but was feeling uninspired, so i bought some classes from safire. i love learning the combos, they inspire me and give me new transitions. i also learned the chopper, which is…"
StudentDanielle Starshine replied to the discussion 'When to move on from a beginner's hoop?'
"it just depends on your style. if you want a more dancey, on-body style, i would suggest staying with your large hoop for a while.
if you are looking to incorporate off-body moves, then a smaller, lighter hoop is best (especially for isolations).
i…"
StudentDanielle Starshine commented on the blog post 'Qotsa + This hooper = on their facebook page!'
"hell yeah to you for manifesting this for yourself! "
StudentDanielle Starshine replied to the discussion 'Ever feel like you hit a "dry spell" with hooping?'
"yes, it is happening to me right now. i need to get back into doing a daily practice. festi season is just around the corner!"
Runemist34 replied to the discussion 'how do you stay fit?'"Hmm, I pole dance, and I've recently taken up rock climbing (currently I go about twice a week or more), and I also LARP with a bunch of other nerds! We meet up every Sunday right now for practice, just to keep our skills sharp and learn more…"
StudentDanielle Starshine replied to the discussion 'What are you working on?!'
"moonwalking/airwalking while hooping. i'm a nerd."
Masane replied to the discussion 'how do you stay fit?'"ty for this advice!! Been so bummed over myself and trying to get motivated. Was losing then lifestyle changes got me. Been changing my eating habits as best as I can slow process"
Rebecca Diane replied to the discussion 'how do you stay fit?'"Regarding the fact that you can't seem to lose fat in your belly: everyone has areas where fat tends to store more, or sooner, or longer, etc. For me, it's my hips and butt. For some, it's their breasts and upper arms. For others,…"
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? double shoulder duck out
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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