This page was created to help you find your answer faster and includes common frequently asked questions regarding Safire, hoop dancing in general and where to purchase a quality hoop.

How long have you been hoop dancing, poi spinning, etc?
I've been spinning poi since the summer of 2006 and then picked up the hoop later that year.

How did you learn?
I am self-taught and self-trained and have dedicated thousands of hours over the years to daily practices.

Where can I learn to Hoop Dance?
I am currently offering 10 different ONLINE classes on hoop dancing, check them out www.hoopcity.ca

Where can I learn how to Spin Poi?
1. Check out www.homeofpoi.com for all kinds of information about poi spinning. They have a great online community and video gallery of tricks to get you started.

2. Also consider the Poi Spinning Book by Michal Kahn. I used this book when I first began poi spinning and it was incredibly helpful and easy to take to park for practices.

3. Lastly, check out the Instruments of the Now DVDs. These instructional DVDs are detailed and the moves are logically broken down. These DVDs have a LOT of tricks in them and will challenge you to do some pretty advanced moves.

Where do you get your hoops?
I make all my own equipment, from fire poi, staves, fire eating torches and all of my hoops.

Where can I get a Hoop?
If you're interested in purchasing a hoop, I am no longer shipping hoops. If you'd like my recommendations on quality hoops check out:

Day Hoops - HoopGirl, Hoopnotica, Slyk Style Hoops. Also check out the HoopCity marketplace to purchase a hoop from someone locally.

LED Glow Hoops - Holistic Hoops, SuperHooper.org, PSI Hoops

Fire Hoops - Hoopdrum, Cosmic Fire