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ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR:
Danielle Lee hails from Madison, Wisconsin and began hooping in 2004, and started teaching hoop dance in 2008. Since then, she has taught regularly in Madison as well as regionally and internationally. Her charisma and positivity have been the keystone for today’s thriving Madison hoop community. She is a founding member of the Madison Circus Space, a 24/7 circus arts facility and nonprofit, where she serves on their board of directors. She is also the creator of the Cheeselandia Hoop Affair, a convention for people who love hooping that takes place at Madison Circus Space in February. Danielle is a professional hooper and certified instructor and lives to teach classes, lead events, perform, and do everything possible to share the transformational joy of hooping.
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JUMP THROUGH BREAKTHROUGHS -
One of the best things about jumping through the hoop is the feeling of floating, if only for a moment. But then there's also the immediate sense of grounding that happens as you reconnect with the earth. We will joyfully explore jumping and grounding, as well as learn a load of dynamic moves: the cheerleader jump through, the swing back jump through, the under-the-leg jump through, and more!
JOYFUL MOVES AND GROOVES: CHOREOGRAPHY EDITION -
Ready to dance with your hoop and feel the good vibes? In this class, we’ll learn a fresh single hoop choreography set to a song picked to inspire joy. You’ll explore movement and transitions designed to connect you with the music. This special Oasis class features a unique choreography crafted just for this retreat. Danielle will only be sharing this dance at Oasis, making it an unforgettable part of our time together. Come explore new and joyful ways to dance with your hoop!
ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR:
Hi! I'm Ailen, I'm 27 years old and I've been practicing hula hoop for 9 years. I'm from Argentina and I've traveled across Latin America offering workshops and performing my act at various conventions, festivals, and events. In recent years, my focus has been on juggling with hoops because I find the interaction between the air and the objects truly fascinating. This approach was born from applying the knowledge available for clubs and balls to hoops, and I believe that is my greatest contribution to the hulahoop community.
I believe we are always the center of what happens around us, and with juggling (and hoops particularly) it's evident. I'm very excited to share my knowledge.
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EVERYTHING IS ONE -
In this workshop, we’ll dive into the world of hooping using just one hoop, the root of all flow. No matter how many hoops we work with two, three, four or more, every game begins with what’s possible with one. We have a variety of movements: spins, contacts, isolations, balances, throws, and more. Our focus will be on the techniques required to spin the hoop on different parts of the body: hands, arms, feet, legs, neck, waist, elbows, shoulders, hips, and nose.
Through playful interaction with the hoop, we aim to build a connection that is active, fluid, relaxed, and fun. We’ll approach spinning as the foundation of hoop dance, and understand how we become the axis of the movement. This practice offers a wide range of benefits, including: balance, concentrationn, rhythm, mind-body connection, pshycal activity, conscious breathing
Learning how to spin the hoop on different parts of the body not only builds solid technique, it also opens the door to multi-hooping, and deepens our awareness of how our bodies move.
We'll emphasize the importance of conscious technique to ensure our movements are efficient, our hoop stays up, and most importantly, we avoid injuries. That’s why this workshop will also include a guided warm-up to activate the body and a cool-down stretch to release and integrate the practice. This is an invitation to enjoy, explore, and learn with just one hoop, but infinite possibilities.
JUGGLING WITH HOOPS -
Theory & Technique in the Air Level: Open level In this workshop, we’ll explore and learn a variety of technical concepts to support and enrich our training. This is a unique way to experience juggling through the lens of hula hoops, with both practical and theoretical tools to guide your progress. We’ll cover topics like numerology (patterns), throws, catches, rhythm and timing, spatial awareness, and more. Ideal for anyone who wants to take their hoops to the air and discover the joy of juggling with flow.
ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR:
Originally from Ohio and now based in Miami, Florida, Kassandra is a contemporary juggler whose journey has been shaped by both passion and pause. After stepping away from juggling for several years, they returned with a renewed love for the craft—drawn back by the humbling, meditative, and deeply rewarding nature of the practice. Their current style fuses the precision and creativity of European-inspired hoop manipulation with contemporary juggling techniques, resulting in a unique and fluid approach that fills space with intention and illusion. With a focus on movement, rhythm, and the interplay between object and body, Kassandra brings a fresh perspective to the juggling world—one rooted in rediscovery, flow, and artistic evolution.
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DOUBLE HOOP MANIPULATION -
An all-levels workshop that dives into the world of wall plane hybrids to create captivating visual illusions. Rooted in a European style of hoop manipulation, this class emphasizes active, creative, and engaging uses of space—merging flow with precision. We’ll explore techniques that fill the visual field through bold, controlled patterns . With a focus on hybrid combinations such as isolation vs extension, 360 turns and illusion-based transitions, you’ll learn new movements that are technically rich and visually stunning, expanding your double hoop vocabulary in expressive ways.
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TRIPLE HOOP MANIPULATION -
Designed to guide you through the fundamentals and creative possibilities of working with three hoops. Whether you're just starting with multi-hoop play or looking to expand your current skillset, this class offers a supportive space to explore isolations, grip changes, and foundational pathways. We'll break down integrate concepts introduced in my double hoop class and evolve these ideas from two hoops into three, focusing on hybrid patterns and smooth transitions. By the end, you’ll have new tools to build flow and create visually engaging, dynamic triple hoop sequences.
ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR:
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Abi Lindsey is a multifaceted artist based out of Tampa FL. She first picked up a hoop 12 years ago, and the rest was history. A Jill of all trades, Abi has mastered many different props and disciplines such as fire performance, stilt walking, and aerial. She got her start with performing in the corporate circus world, and continues to perform across the country in various shows! She has taught at countless events for over 10 years including the EJC in Spain, FiMex, Oasis Hoop Retreat, Fire Drums, and many more! When she is not training her circus disciplines you can find her running her clothing company, Midnight Reverie. Abi and her husband make fire safe streetwear designed with movement artists in mind!
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HOW TO MAKE A HOOP ACT -
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In this workshop we will go over Abi’s framework for creating an act. All attendees of the workshop will receive a workbook that includes questions and space to start working on your act. Expect questions like what is my mood? Who is my character? Etc. Attendees will be given the chance to show the first 30s of their new act in progress if they choose! Throughout the class you can get in person feedback and coaching.
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DOUBLE HOOP TRANSITIONS -
In this workshop we will go over transitions that will take your double hooping to the next level. Expect many tricks that transition from 2 hoops in 1 hand into 1 hoop in each hand. We will also explore many single hoop tricks that can be translated into double hoop hybrids! We will be focusing on the transitions between tricks and how to find new pathways within your personal flow. Wether you are a double hoop pro, or someone just starting to show interest in doubles, this workshop is for you!
ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR:
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Seb (@vanloop) has been performing and filming circus for 15 years. In combining those interests he has developed a unique aesthetic that utilises the camera as a prop and explores the limits of what's possible with mixed-media circus. A true fan of the flow arts, he considers it his mission in life to show off people showing off. Within the hoop world Sebs greatest joy is finding new and original tricks, and forging new pathways within hoop tech. His signature shoulder hooping is the culmination of a long journey within flow, and he is very excited to share that with the flow arts community!
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BODY ROLLS -
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In this workshop I go over a number of tips and tricks to achieve perfect buttery smooth body rolls; aimed at both learners and improvers these drills will break down the basic technique into distinct sections, allowing students to master each aspect separately. This approach helps reduce common body roll mistakes, and is therefore useful for those who want to 'relearn' or improve on this trick and its variations. After this workshop every roll in your flow becomes a 'wow' moment!
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BALANCES -
Find your balance! A fun challenge for all levels, hoop balancing provides rewarding and transferable pathways through flow-arts tech. We start simple, with some basic drills and visualisation techniques aimed at focussing attention where its needed, then progress on to some practical applications. Learn how to use the magical power of visualisation to keep you and your hoop centered, then apply those lessons to balance a hoop on various parts of your body. Accessible to those who have never balanced a hoop as well as those wanting a new challenge, this workshop has something for everyone!