Please take a look through our Frequently Asked Questions. I know, they’re impersonal and boring, but they may just have the answer you are looking for! If you yearn to talk to a real person, read these first, then contact us so that we can talk about interesting things!
Is it a workout?
Yes! Hooping can be a high-energy cardio workout that tones your core, arms, and hips. More importantly, it’s movement you’ll WANT to do! Hula hooping relieves stress, promotes balance within your body and mind – and it feels good. You will look forward to your daily sweat, just put on your favourite music and rock out!
Are you sure I can hoop?
Yes. You just need the right size hoop! Many people we meet have tried a toy-store hoop and couldn’t keep it up –and neither can we! The hoops we make are larger and heavier which makes them easier to use, they move slower and guide your body how to move. Most people take a few minutes to learn with instruction, and less than an hour on their own.
…Why?
We hoop for exercise, for calming, for giggling, for learning, and for finding space in the crowded urban jungle. For different reasons on different days and many reasons at the same time. See the about section for more on this. Keep an eye out and you’ll see hoops in many different places – exercise classes, city parks, music festivals and at cottages!
Do you do gift certificates?
Yes! Contact us, we will send you a giftcard to let the lucky friend know. Or, purchase your class or hoop online, and send us an email to let us know who it’s for.
Do you have weekly classes in Missassauga? Scarborough? Richmond Hill?
Not yet, maybe next year! In the meantime, you can get a hoop and start exploring on your own. We are available to come to your location for private classes, group workshops, and special events
Do I need my own hoop?
We have hoops for you to use in class, and most students get a new sparkly hoop for home. You can get your own hoop in stores or in class.
What should I wear?
Wear comfortable clothes that you can move in, similar to what you would wear to yoga, the gym, or the park. We often hoop barefoot but if you prefer shoes, soft and supportive footwear is the way to go.
Can I start now?
Yes! We offer drop-in classes on Thursday nights on the east end, you can drop by any week. You can also get a hoop of your own and start hooping at home until you can make it to a class or jam — with big hoops like ours it is easy to get started.
Do you do makeup classes?
Generally no. In some cases, yes.
I’ve never done this before, which class is right for me?
Go for classes that have ‘beginner’ somewhere in the name! We try to offer a range of classes for different levels and every one promises an all-round good time. A lot of our classes are great for brand-new-nervous-newbies. We also have classes suitable for self-taught hoopers and experienced hoopers looking for more moves and different grooves.
Do you teach in my neighborhood?
Maybe! All the classes we offer are listed online. We are always on the look out for new places to teach, let us know any large spaces (over 1000sqft) that are hoop-friendly!
We are also happy to travel for a private or group workshop near you. Contact us to arrange a session!
How long until I get my hoop?
To get a hoop fastest, choose one of our pre-made collapsible Ninja Hoops, and we’ll get your new hoop in the mail within a day or two, arriving at your door in less than a week. If you have time and would like a hoop made just for you, let us know your favourite colours and we’ll tape it up the next time we’re in the workshop, often Monday.
The well rounded hoop workshop
How are these different than toy store hoops, and why do they cost so much more?
The main difference is that these hoops are easy to keep up — they are bigger and heavier than toy-store cousins – and this makes them much more fun to use for exercise, dance, or meditation. The cost reflects their durability; both adult and kid hoops are are built to last for many seasons of real life, both outdoor and indoor fun. Each is hand-made locally with North American materials, then shaped and hand-taped with super sparkles and fairy wings by happy elves in downtown Toronto.
What size is right for me?
Bigger hoops are easier to use because they move slower, smaller hoops move faster and are better for tricks with the hands. Beginners start with a hoop that stands between belly button and sternum, you can measure yourself and compare to our standard sizes – 38″, 42″ and 46″. Our most popular 42″ hoop is a good fit for most beginners.
How much do your hoops weigh?
A 42″ ninja hoop weights about 700grams, 1.5lbs. Our hoops are perfectly weighted to keep you moving through high-energy dancing and eye-popping tricks, with a smooth inner surface for comfortable hand, arm, chest, and knee hooping.
What colours do you have?
We have all colours, too many to list! Yes – we have purple, 4 types of purple sparkle to be exact. From firey to watery and fluorescent to stealth, let us know what you’re feeling and we’ll make a hoop up for you. You can send colours, images or ideas of what you are thinking. Some hoopers tell us exactly what they’d like (ninja hoops have 2 sparkle tapes and one grip tape), some give us a colour and a feeling (like ‘orange and firey’, or ‘sexy, sultry purple on purple’), some will send a favourite painting, and some will tell us a story about a beautiful moment, or where they are headed with their new hoop!
So many choices! How do I pick a hoop?
Ahh. Tough one. There are many options here, we know. Whichever hoop you pick, it will be a good one. If you’re new to hooping, your best bet is the 42″ Ninja Hoop, it’s a good fit for most beginners. You can visit a retail location to try out a hoop and let serendipity help you choose a colour. If you get hooked on hooping, as many do, you are probably going to want another hoop for a change of rhythm and to share with friends. So don’t stress too much about the colour, more hoops will follow!
What if it breaks?
We have a 1 year warranty on all our hoops, we’ll fix the hoop if we can, and send you a new one if we can’t. We do our best to make durable, long-lasting hoops that live through travels around the world, family reunions, and camping trips! See the Hoop Care section in Customer Service for how to keep your hoop looking shiny and new.
