Beginning Hooping 1 will be taught by Michelle Schaeffer starting on July 14, 2010. Michelle has been hooping for almost two years and can regulary be seen performing around St. Louis and the Metro area with the STL Hoop Club performance team.
The four week session will teach the basics of hooping on the body and off the body. Hoop flow will be taught as well as some tricks. Individual attention will be given to those with questions. Class will meet every Wednesday starting July 14 and conclude August 4, 2010. Hoops will be provided if you need one. Meet time is 7 pm at the STL Hoop Studio located at the Koken Art Factory in the Gallery. (2500 Ohio Avenue) www.kokenartfactory.com
Cost for the classes will be $40 for the four week session. Email Michelle at michelle@stlhoopclub.com to reserve your spot. It is suggested to take the classes consecutively but drop-ins are welcome.
If you are intersted in booking the STL Hoop Club performances, workshops, special events, ect please also contact Michelle-

OPEN HOOP JAM is offered most Sundays at the Koken from 7-10 pm (please see site or facebook for updates) and offers hoopers the opprotunity to hoop with others, meet new people, and learn in a relaxed environment.
Live music is occasionally offered by many great local talents. We have in the works a juggling and belly dancing workshop.
A $5 donation is suggested but not required. Off street parking is available.