So Much Fun, You’ll Forget It’s Exercise!
“Hoop dance class is great because you look over and see someone else wiggling and think, it’s ok to move my body like that! Gyration is welcome here!”
Whether you’ve mastered waist hooping, or you’re still wondering how in the world to keep it up, you will have a blast in this adult hoop dance class!
Here’s what you can expect out of each adult hoop dance class:
- Focused attention on specific hoop dance techniques that can be expanded to included several advanced tricks
- Learn how to flow with your hoop and combine several tricks into a beautiful hoop dance that doubles as a fantastic workout
- Have fun, be inspired, smile more
These are some of the benefits of hoop dance:
- Increased Flexibility
- Hoop dance helps stretch and loosen tight joints and muscles
- Improved Back Mobility
- Hoop dance relaxes your spine and the tension in your back which is vital after sitting still all day at school or work
- Whole Body Core Workout
- Hoop dance focuses on strengthening your back, abs, hips, and neck while still allowing for a great arm and leg workout. Every muscle group is used in hoop dance.
- Stress Relief
- Hoop dance is a true mind-body workout that allows you to let go of everyday stress. You will leave each class feeling confident and sexy. It’s the perfect way to give back to yourself, after giving to everyone else all week long.
This is what a class looks like:
- Warm up
- Stretch
- Hoop Technique Introduction and Group Instruction
- Hoop Technique Practice and Individual Instruction
- Flow Practice
- Stretch
- Meditation
Class Location:
1607 E. Kalamazoo
Lansing, MI 48912
Class Dates:
Classes are held Tuesday evenings from 8:00-9:00 pm. New students are welcome to join at any time.
Cost:
4 Week Program: $15/class ($60.00)
Drop-In Class: $20/class
Your first class is always free, so come on in and give it a shot! What do you have to lose?
To Register:
Fill out the following form click the button at the bottom of the page that says “I’m Ready to Hoop!”. Once we receive your registration we will email you with payment and other necessary class info. Make sure you use your best email so you get this information.
Hoop Class Registration
Hoop Class FAQs:
What if I can’t waist hoop?
Don’t worry! When I first started hooping it took me FOREVER to get this down. Waist hooping is only a small part of hoop dance, so you will still have a ton of fun, even if you can’t keep the hoop up yet. But, with a few personalized tips (that I happily hand out to all of my students each week) and a little bit of practice, I am confident you’ll be waist hooping in no time.
Do you offer a drop-in rate?
Yes, please see the price breakdown above.
New students (16 yrs +) are invited to try their first hoop dance class at any time. To join us, complete the form at the bottom of the page and then show up to class about 5 minutes early.
Once you try it, if you’d like to keep hooping with us, we’ll discuss your needs and come up with a program that works for you. If not, that’s fine too. Either way, you’ll have a blast working out and dancing with us.
I don’t think I can make every class. Can I still join?
Of course! Each week we focus on a specific hoop technique, with variations depending on your skill level. These techniques build on the skills you have already learned, but can also be applied independently, so that no matter where you are on your hooping journey, you will still find hoop class challenging and fun.
What happens if I miss a class?
If you are sick, or have an emergency that keeps you from class, I will review on a case-by-case basis to allow you to add your missed class to the end of your current hoop program.
I don’t have a hoop. Can I still come to class?
You don’t need your own hoop to try out a class. There are several extras you can borrow for the night. If you decide you want your own, they are available for purchase.
Why do you meditate after hoop class?
Hooping is a full mind-body workout. There are few activities that require you to focus so deeply, while releasing all extraneous thoughts. You can’t keep your hoop up if your mind and body are tense or focused on something else, because your hoop responds to the way you move and feel.
Meditating at the end of hoop class is the perfect way to seal in this focused mindset and set up your week to be positive and relaxed. Many students look forward to meditation as much as they do the hoop instruction and have found this helps them retain the information better than if they did not meditate at the end.
I am interested in getting information on hosting hoop classes.
Thank you
Hi Candice. I’ve sent you an email. 🙂
I would like to buy a hoop before signing up for the class. Where can I get one? How much does one cost? I am located in Lansing.
Hi Kelly – I’ve sent you an email with some more information. Stoked you’re ready to try hooping!
I’m interested in taking a class. Thanks!
Hi Shannon – Happy to hear you’re ready to give it a shot! I’ve sent you an email with some more information.
I can’t keep my hoop up on my waist. Do you offer one on one classes for the occasionally hopeless hooper?
Never hopeless, always hopeful! 🙂 Yes, I do offer private lessons. Email me at missy@lansinghoops.com to get started. Or, you can try my waist hooping tutorial on YouTube and see if that helps at all. Good luck and keep trying! (It took me about 15 hours of practice before I finally got waist hooping!)
https://youtu.be/HbF6UM4jUDk?list=PL9iJO4Ki53KfI143uRRTFEDBgH9zLxTwG
Are you still doing classes? My daughter is 16 and has been trying to learn on her own as we couldn’t find any local groups/classes. I would really appreciate more information!
Hi Stephanie! Yes, I’m still doing classes. There is one on Tuesday nights at 8 pm @ 1607 E Kalamazoo, Lansing, MI. (Allen Street Market Building, our door is on Kalamazoo.) You can get more info and register for the class here: https://lansinghoops.com/eastlansingadulthoopdance/
There is no charge for your first class, so come on in and give it a try! Or, feel free to email me with specific questions at missy@lansinghoops.com. 🙂
hi, sorry if this posts twice but my friend and i really want to take a class and am wondering if there would be any other days available as tuesdays are hectic for me, thanks!
Hi Lindsay,
Our summer jam is starting on Wednesdays 6:30-8:30 on June 8th. This is a free community event where hoopers from all over Mid-Michigan come out and hoop together. I’ll have extra hoops and music and would love to have you come out. You don’t need to bring anything with you, but if you have a friend who wants to try, scoop them up and come see us! Here’s a link for more info about the jam: https://www.facebook.com/events/1060068147365175/
Hope to meet you next week!!
Hey love this is kaitlin, me and Brittany just want to make sure its still ok if we come to class tomorrow. Ik its been awhile but life an sickness has had bad timing on us for tuesdays recently.
Yes, would love to see you. We’re learning a choreography to Run Run Rudolph. 🙂
Hi I would like to learn how to hula hoop right now.
Are there any instructors or classes located in detroit michigan who would be available to give me lessons. So far I only see thoses listed in Lansing.
Thanks,
here are some classes in the Howell/Pinckney area. And, there used to be a class in Southfield and Royal Oak, but I’m not sure if it’s still on or not. You can check with Tylor Klausing with Monarch Hoops and Dance for the Howell/Pinckney class. Or, with Brenda Fage, from Michigan Hoop Girls on the Southfield/Royal Oak classes. Lansing Hoops (that’s me ;)) should have more classes available in the Spring if you’re willing to commute at that time.
http://www.monarchhoopsanddance.com/
https://www.facebook.com/michiganhoopgirls/
where can i purchase the hula hoops from. Is there a weight requirement for the hula hoops?
There is no weight requirement for hoops. You can check out my video “What Size Hoop Do I Need“, here.
There are many hoopsmiths all over the country. If you’re not sure where to start, you can try RubyHooping.com and use code lansinghoops for 10% off. Or, for someone local to the Lansing area, try Nat at Dances with Crows.