Z2 Day How to Spin Poi Like a Circus Pro - Poi Dancing Summer Camp - Great Exercise 10
In this 2 x 50 min class I will teach the basics of spinning poi. How to Spin Poi Like a Circus Pro Poi Juggling for Beginners. Great Exercise. Great circus juggling skill and great exercise that will improve hand eye coordination and more.
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What's included
2 live meetings
1 hrs 40 mins in-class hoursHomework
1 hour per week. To practice the material learned in class 1 to be ready for class 2.Class Experience
You do not need any experience to join this class. I will teach you by showing you how to do the tricks as well as give you tips on how to improve when you get them. There will be a lot of class interaction. In this class, I will teach the following topics in two sections: Session 1: Introducing the Poi How to hold your Poi How long should my Poi be Some other types of Poi Single hand tricks to teach planes and control. Session 2: The Basics Parallel Time : small circles, planes, big circles, carry turn from forwards... and back again, inward and outward circles Reels : shoulder reels, rewind, hip reels, reel turn from forwards... and back again, linking reels, linking using the matching point, continuous turns, hitting yourself and getting tangled. Split Time : small circles, big circles, split reels, linking split reels, the windmill, the giant windmill The Weave : breaking the planes, counting beats not circles, the weave, the giant weave, the backwards weave, developing your style, wave turn from forwards... and back again, non-turning turns, the fountain Opposite Directions : small circles, big circles The Butterfly : Angel wings inwards, angel wings outward, giant angel wings, butterfly turn, Maori Poi spinning, some Maori moves, perfecting your spinning Please note, I will not be teaching any tricks with fire in this class. Working with fire is very dangerous. I will cover this and explain why they must become master spinners before they can ever think about working with fire. Just so it is very clear, I will not be including the use of fire in this class. Please note: *If you do not see a time or date listed for a class that interests you, please message me with a few possible dates and times, and I will do my best to offer a session that will work for your schedule. Should you prefer flexible schedule classes, here is the link for my flexible version of this course - https://outschool.com/classes/how-to-spin-poi-like-a-circus-pro-poi-dance-for-beginners-flex-class-3Kf5xga3?usid=5GcmKQIx&signup=true&utm_campaign=share_activity_link, *Please be aware I try to teach all of my classes to at least 2 students as I feel it provides a better teaching and learning experience. If the minimum amount of students is not reached 24 hours before the start of the course, students will be moved to the next available section at a similar time. *Once a learner has been verified per OS policy, this is a camera optional class. *For parents/families who feel their child would benefit from this course, but their budget does not allow for it, I do offer a number of discounts for families of lower income. Please message me with the course, dates and times you are interested in to learn more about the discounts I might be able to offer.
Learning Goals
Students will learn to spin poi proficiently without hurting themselves and how to enjoy a new activity that is artistic and creative.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
The student will need space to spin. If you are taking this class inside please make sure the ceiling is high enough for you not to hit it, I recommend a minimum ceiling height of 9 foot or more.
The same goes for the space around you. Please make sure you have enough space to move around and spin your poi without hitting anything. This space should be approximately 8x8 feet.
If you can I would suggest taking this class in as spacious an area as possible; gardens and garages are great.
If you have limited space, not to worry, I will teach students much smaller tricks that don't need so much space. These are core skills and can be scaled up, so they're good to practice later in a more spacious area.
Please note there are risks involved with this activity, including injury if the student hits themselves with the equipment while practicing. To limit this risk, the equipment/poi we use initially to practice are made out of tennis balls and socks so the student can learn without any real injury. (They may hit themselves in the head a few times with the tennis balls while learning, as everyone does.) I, the teacher, will not be responsible for any damage or personal injury caused by the student during or after this class.
Just so it is very clear, I will not be including the use of fire in this class. I will not be teaching any tricks with fire in this class. Working with fire is very dangerous. I will cover this and explain why they must become master spinners before they can ever think about working with fire.
Supply List
We will make our first practice poi, and you will need the following: 1 pair of long (colorful) cotton socks - they need to be the kind that you can pull up to your knee and without any holes. 2 x tennis balls Students will need a set of poi for the class and to practice with. If you have never bought poi before and are unclear which is right for you, please contact me and I will advise. The poi you buy or make will depend on your height and the types of tricks you are looking to learn. This will be explained in more detail during the class. It might also be good to have a few different types of poi to play with to help you decide which you prefer, but these are optional.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
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Teacher expertise and credentials
1 teacher has a Bachelor's degree
Bachelor's Degree in Science from Brighton University UK
Jonathan has been a martial arts expert since the age of 9. From the age of 16 he worked with various circus teams where he learned many skills. He has travelled the world performing for audiences including Formula 1 events, royalty and international superstars. He is a fully insured fire performer with many skills including bubbleology, staff spinning, juggling and stilt walking, to name but a few.
As a serial entrepreneur who founded three successful companies before the age of 30, my drive to succeed in life began in my teens when I realised the power of positive motivation. I was lucky enough to have a good mentor who guided me through the intricacies of financial management which helped me to understand the value of money, how to identify and seize opportunities to make money and how to manage an investment portfolio.
He holds a Bachelors degree and also teaches conversational English to children and adults across the world.Reviews
Live Group Class
$68
for 2 classes2x per week, 1 week
50 min
Completed by 1 learner
Live video meetings
Ages: 10-14
1-6 learners per class
