"Do you know what kind of tubing you have? I went to lowes and bought 1/2 inch tubing for like 13 bucks and you get a lot!! that way if you mess up making one you've got lotsof tubing to try more with! making your own hoop is really fun you…"

"I'm sure some of this is going to be repetitive... but the weight is great for on the body moves. What is the size of your hoop? What kind of tape do you have? The thing that helps me keep the hoop going is twirling in the same direction with…"

"The tube sock idea is great!! Thanks ladies I've already been practicing a lot since this post and spun a few more times. Already feel more confident. Also I got my first burn and now I realize it's not a big deal! Barely even hurt :) now…"

"I know you will love to fire hoop. But like most other posts have it tends to change your style just a little bit! But thats okay because it will take your to a whole other level of hooping. Do you know anyone with a fire hoop? I tried my friends…"

"I made arm warmers out of cotton fun striped tube socks, its super easy to do. It makes you feel a lot more comfortable when the flames are close to your arms. I have hit myself before with my hoop and its usually moving so fast it doesnt hurt at…"

"Love them but the Playa totally ruined them!"

"The best tip I can give you is to just stick your elbow that your passing it to up in a fast firm motion. Just go for it, don't hesitate! Bring your elbow close together and jab it through :) this trick is so fun!"

"Perhaps a little sprinkle with a mister beforehand? And don't dip your wicks for as long when it's hot - I learned that the hard way!  Side note: Adorable boots in the photo!"

"Not sure how to get past the jitters other than to just keep practicing with it, like the other ladies here have said. I was a little nervous when I started fire hooping, and still am. The one thing that helped me was during earth plane shoulder…"

"I agree with the posts here. Here's another suggestion- do you happen to have a small hand-held fire torch? If you do, practicing fleshing (where you actually touch the wick to your skin for a second) is a great way to get over the jitters.…"

"Thanks you two :) will be looking into both of your suggestions "

"You can also get those arm warmer things... I think they are called kevlar?? I am drawing a blank though. But you wear them on your lower arms, and it protects from burning there so you can feel a bit more confident with grabbing the hoop or having…"

"They dont allow them but theres PLENTY of hoop action in the lot so definitely bring your hoops! :)"

"Sounds like you don't practice enough with your fire hoop. The best way to get comfortable in your fire hoop is to use it. Practice everyday even for just 5-10 min with your fire hoop unlight. Just do basic hooping to get use to the weight,…"