Phoenix
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  • Tomball, TX
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Hoop-Daddy PHOENIX HOOP HELP!!!

Started this discussion. Last reply by Phoenix Mar 14. 3 Replies

I just received the glorious Phoenix hoop yesterday in the mail for the second time. Allow me to explain- The first time it came in the mail it was already broken due to the carelessness of the… 

How to stay looking nice during a performance?

Started this discussion. Last reply by SaFire* Mar 25. 14 Replies

The topic of avoiding over heating (great topic!) during a performance brought up another question for me... For the hoopers that perform regularly (or those who just like to keep looking pretty… 

TEXAS HOOPERS! (and neighboring states) Do you want to go to EFF?!

Started this discussion. Last reply by ash!ey Feb 4. 1 Reply

Have you been thinking about going to Electric Forest 2012?!My boyfriend and I are planning to make the road trip up to Michigan this year but we are hoping to find a group to go with. Would any of… 

The Elbow Attack?

Started this discussion. Last reply by BABZ Robinson Jan 14. 13 Replies

I've been trying to master the elbow attack for a couple of weeks now with little progress. I can reverse the direction of the hoop but I can't figure out how exactly I'm supposed to be leaning… 

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yesterday
Phoenix replied to the discussion 'Slow hoop dancing'
"Idk if you've ever seen this video or any of her other ones, but she was actually one of my main inspirations when I was first learning to hoop. Her movements are slow and graceful and the overall dance looks very pretty. It looks like she…"
May 12
Phoenix replied to the discussion 'How Do You Hoop Outside With No Music?'
"When I go out to the park I bring my boyfriend or a guy friend with me. I guess not all guys do this, but mine like to keep busy by playing instruments. My boyfriend plays either a guitar, sitar, or tablas for me while I hoop. Other guy friends…"
May 12
Katie Emmitt left a comment for Phoenix
"here's the tutorial! i hope it helps!! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=91Ev0vEXSz4&feature=youtu.be"
May 9
Katie Emmitt left a comment for Phoenix
"Thank you so much for your comment it was so sweet! I'm really glad you gave me something for my next tutorial! I'll make it later this week, the trick isn't too hard its sort of like when you do an isolation with two hands up and…"
May 8
Phoenix replied to the discussion 'sexual assault at a music festival'
"Thank you for sharing this link! I've never been entirely sure how to make sure there is foul play going on before trying to stop it. Since sometimes people are really just messing around with their friends but it looks like it could be…"
May 7
Phoenix replied to the discussion 'need help picking my next hoop!!'
"The reason heavy, large hoops are recommended for new hoopers is because you don't have to work as hard to build up momentum. The more momentum built up, the less likely the hoop will start to fall (like while chest hooping or knee hooping). As…"
May 7
Phoenix replied to the discussion 'sexual assault at a music festival'
"Wow, although the idea has always lingered in the back of my mind I had no idea anyone was actually being sexually assaulted at festivals. I'm definitely guilty of walking around alone at festivals, I always realize halfway to the bathroom in…"
May 7
Phoenix commented on the blog post 'Sexual Beings'
"I especially love the last paragraph. This is honestly exactly what I needed to read today. I'm a gogo hooper for rave style events so I am the kind that rocks booty shorts and tiny tops. And although I'm 20, my parents have been trying to…"
May 6
Phoenix liked Sherry Kay's blog post Sexual Beings
May 6
Phoenix replied to the discussion 'Spread the Hoop Love!'
"SAFETY DANCE! YES! I feel the exact same way about hooping. I've been at it for about a year and a half now, and wow it really is a beautiful journey! Before I discovered hooping I felt the same, like there was something missing in my life. Now…"
May 4
Phoenix replied to the discussion 'Perfect or good size hoop for an Intermediate hooper?'
"If you feel like your hoop is too big for you now, then by all means move down a size! But keep the big one, it'll still be useful when learning advanced tricks like shoulder passes and horizontal elbow passes. Everyone moves down hoop sizes at…"
May 4
Phoenix replied to the discussion 'Im a new hooper and I need help with some awesome tricks!'
"One of the first tricks I always teach new hoopers is the helicopter. It's an off body trick that looks complicated but is actually extremely easy to learn and looks pretty. SaFire offers a really helpful tutorial for it on youtube. Sorry my…"
May 4
Phoenix replied to the discussion 'Hoop-Daddy LED hoops!'
"Agreed!! I couldn't have said it any better myself! His hoops are so amazing. I have the Phoenix hoop and it is by far the most beautiful, high tech hoop I have ever seen. And as previously stated, his customer service is better than any I have…"
Apr 26
Phoenix replied to the discussion 'LED from Holistic Hooping ~ Read if you have one.'
"I don't own an LED from Holistic Hooping, nor do I know anyone that does... But it sounds to me like there's a short in the battery of that particular piece. If you're having a problem with the exact same piece every time but it will…"
Apr 18
Phoenix replied to the discussion 'Tutorial Requests?'
"I agree with Katie's explanation, however I'm not too sure how much flexibility comes into play. I am not flexible at all and I love isolation barrel rolls (or whatever the name is). I didn't even know it had a name when I first…"
Apr 12

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Do you teach hoop classes? (You'll be added to our directory)
No
What skills do you have?
Hooping, Performing
What year did you start hooping? (e.g. 2003)
January 2011
Who is your hoop mamma or papa? (The person who introduced you to hooping)
My best friend, Laurel
Who's hoop style do you love? i.e. Who inspires you?
Anyone who is truly creative and expressive inside the circle
What is your goal for 2012 and why is it important? (Doesn't have to be hoop related.)
To live life to the absolute fullest.
Homestay - Click yes if you would consider sharing accommodations with Hoop City Citizens visiting your hometown.
Yes

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At 10:03am on May 9, 2012, Katie Emmitt said…
At 11:42am on May 8, 2012, Katie Emmitt said…

Thank you so much for your comment it was so sweet! I'm really glad you gave me something for my next tutorial! I'll make it later this week, the trick isn't too hard its sort of like when you do an isolation with two hands up and down your body but the trick is in the momentum. I'll send you a link when I post it! Thanks again :)

 
 
 

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