I recently took some time to answer this question which continues to be asked again and again: What are the best fire fans to get for beginners? Never done it before so I really want to get a pair and dive right in. First and foremost, remember that best is subjective and relative to your goals with... Continue Reading →
2015 nExtpo Call for Artists
This is an invitation to perform (unpaid) at the 2015 nExpo, a showcase of dance performance using an array of LED and light free (non fire) tools. We're currently seeking volunteers interested in participating in the show. The show will happen in Justin Herman Plaza on Saturday, April 25, 2015 in the early part of National... Continue Reading →
11 Tips for Filming Better Fire Videos
From time to time the question of shooting quality video comes up and we get asked what to do to assist in the process. We took some time to share these 10 tips to help you film better fire videos: Wear a costume that will show up well in the low light. Things to consider include... Continue Reading →
Funky Foot Flow & Poi Combos: Monday, 3/16
Want to feel more freedom with your movements on the dance floor while twirling your poi? Looking for more flow between moves? Need to integrate recently acquired skills into performance flow with moves in your comfort zone? Then join us for two nights this trimester where you can explore creating something unique. Each student brings 6+ moves or... Continue Reading →
Beginner Poi Moves, Wednesdays, starts 4/1 – 2 spots left!
Learn to poi fire dance and get started with this offering, the first in our Beginner Poi series. Beginner Poi Moves 6-week series teaches over 40 different moves and combinations plus 25 different drills to support your practice. This class is appropriate for those with absolutely no experience through early beginners with a few moves... Continue Reading →
Beginner Poi Moves Class Series, starts 3/31 – sold out
Learn to poi fire dance and get started with this offering, the first in our Beginner Poi series. Beginner Poi Moves 6-week series teaches over 40 different moves and combinations plus 25 different drills to support your practice. This class is appropriate for those with absolutely no experience through early beginners with a few moves... Continue Reading →
13 Videos – Video Lessons, Previews, Fire & Inspiration
If you didn't see the recent blog post about the 13 ways we're celebrating 13 years in business here at Temple of Poi, you might have missed this fun fact: we just added 13 new videos to our YouTube lesson channel. Here's the playlist with a recap of what we added: Poi Class Preview: Opposite Direction... Continue Reading →
5 Ways to Develop Your Look as A performer
Today's question came from a comment on one of my recent blog posts on becoming a pro flow performer: How did you come up with your look? Especially when you’re performing with fire. Didn’t you feel limited in the beginning? Just curious about your process. What a great question and one I really wish I'd... Continue Reading →
Poi class: Opposite Direction Series, 3/18
Have you ever felt like your same direction repertoire is more extensive than your opposite direction moves? If so, this course is for you. This four-week series focuses on working in opposite direction on the front, back, side, floor and ceiling planes with various moves including: thread the needle opposite direction weaves (aka, butterfly weave; aka impossible... Continue Reading →
14 Signs You’re Ready to Go Pro as a Performer
As artists grow from fledglings to professionals, along the way there is the gap between knowing enough to be entertaiing and not being confident enough to command money for it. If you're one of those people in the early phase of your professional career -- perhaps even just trying to figure out now if you're... Continue Reading →
Beginner Poi Dance, Mondays, March 30, 2015, Just added!
Develop transitions and beginner performance theory in this 4 week dance series. This class is the perfect follow up to the Beginner Moves class (or equivalent material: pinwheels, windmills, chasing the sun, butterflies and weaves). If you have some experience and aren't sure if this class is for you, contact GlitterGirl (glittergirl <that crazy little at symbol>... Continue Reading →