If you're new to fire dancing and want to begin your poi journey off with some guided instruction, join us for this class series. This is a six week course which teaches students all the fundamental elements of poi movement. The classes focus on technique and understanding how to manipulate the poi effectively so as... Continue Reading →
Tech, Flow & The Force
GlitterGirl here. I wrote this on Facebook on a Tech vs. Flow thread yesterday and I thought it might be useful to share some of these thoughts with a broader group of folks. This was in response to someone saying they have seen flow without tech and tech without flow. I contend we have both... Continue Reading →
5 Tips for Improving Your (Poi Fire Dancing) Flow
If you've been struggling with finding your fluidity, we have the answer for you! Check out the new article outlining 5 must have techniques you can use to add more flow to your practice. If you are new to poi, hoop, staff, fans and other flow arts, and even if you're an experienced practitioner learning... Continue Reading →
The Ego of Performance
A modified version of this article first appeared in the Winter/Spring Kindle Fire Arts and Culture magazine from 2009. A limited number of these were printed. The Ego of Performance I've been watching the unfolding in the flow arts community for the past 9 years and have noticed the most consistent of things in every... Continue Reading →
Scar Prevention for Fire Dancers
I was recently discussing scar care and prevention for burn scars on a women's mailing and thought this would be useful for the fire dancing world too, so I present you with GlitterGirl's experiences on Scar Prevention for Fire Dancers (from burns, naturally). Please note: this article is not intended to superceed, replace or in... Continue Reading →
Beginner Poi Dance Classes
Join us for the Beginner Poi Fire Dancing Class at Temple of Poi. Next Dance Series: April 2, 2012, 6:30 - 7:50 PM. Course Overview This four week series teaches students transitions which allow them to combine the moves taught in the Beginner Poi Moves class. Students also learn how to add dance elements to... Continue Reading →
Beginner Poi (Hoop, Fan, Staff, Flow): 10 Thoughts to Keep You Sane
Hey everyone -- GlitterGirl here. This article comes as a response to a post I saw on a web forum that read: "Friday my friend came over and wanted to spin poi, shes only been doing it for about 3 weeks, and she decided to teach me. I'm pretty shitty at it, and was wondering... Continue Reading →
Technical Difficulties
Greetings Friends, Fans and Fellow Flow and Fire Artists! TempleOfPoi.com is experiencing serious difficulties technically as it was maliciously attacked by a worm. We are currently working hard on fixing the problem and are seeking professional help. If you know GlitterGirl and can offer assistance, please contact her at glittergirl <at> templeofpoi <daught> com. For... Continue Reading →
Beginner Fire Class Series
Course Overview This is a four week course presents extensive fire poi safety information and focuses on students becoming familiar with burning fire poi comfortably and safely. Students garner information about safety practices, building fire poi rigs, lighting fire poi and each student will have an opportunity to spin fire poi and practice being a... Continue Reading →
Flow Haiku…
Here's how it feels dancing partner poi. . .
2012 Expo Application Information
Jump Links: Overview Purpose Compensation Travel Stipends How to Apply What email Address to use What to Submit Video Audition Application Categories Stage Time Call Time Tosses Spin Off Fuel Prohibited Tools/Acts Costume Requirements Props Fire on the Stage Deadlines Rules Exceptions Extinguishment Mindset Backstage Cauldrons Selection Criteria Housing Performer only Photo shoot Getting Videos... Continue Reading →