HOOP CLASSES
Play - dance - sweat - smile!

Hooping has grown up and evolved into a dance form with benefits for the mind and body.
Classes are taught by Diana Defries, who has been teaching hooping since February 2007.
Please click here for more background information.

The best way to find out about hooping is to pick up a hoop and experience it for yourself!
Hoopgirl workout classes are at various locations - see below for classes in Muswell Hill (north London) and Redbridge (east London).

New courses and classes will be posted here as they are confirmed.

If you can't get to a class but still want to learn, perhaps we could arrange some one-to-one tuition (maximum two students per session). Private classes, workshops and intensive learning experiences for larger groups can be organised at a location to suit you. Please email me to discuss your requirements.

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HOOP CLASSES - 2008 MUSWELL HILL / HORNSEY HORNSEY HOOP GROUP! autumn class details: Hula hooping for fitness and fun - every Wednesday - see below for details. Hooping is a fun, low impact cardio workout that will engage and work your core... and more! These one hour classes are inspired by the Hoopgirl Workout and include moves both on and off the body. Hoops are provided - or you can bring your own, if you prefer. LOCATION September - December 2008 HORNSEY PARISH CHURCH HALL Cranley Gardens London N10 3AH Day: Time: Wednesdays 7.30pm - 8.30pm Drop-in, mixed level class - all welcome! Hornsey Parish Church Hall is situated at the foot of Cranley Gardens where it meets Park Road. (click here for a map) There a small car park at the venue (access via Cranley Gardens). Nearest tube stations (not walking distance): Turnpike Lane (Piccadilly Line) or Finsbury Park (Piccadilly Line, Victoria Line and WAGN overland services). Nearest mainline station (WAGN): Hornsey. Buses: W7, W3 and 144 all stop nearby. Classes are £8 per person, with discounts offered for blocks of four or six classes. When you book a block of classes you will be issued an attendance card showing the number of classes you have booked. Four class cards are valid for two months from the date of the first class attended. Six class cards are valid for three months from the date of the first class attended. Use your card each time you come to a class - if you have to miss a week, you won't lose money. Please book in advance to avoid disappointment. NB. On the Paypal payments page, there is a link where you can enter the date you wish to attend (for a single class), or the date you would like the attendance card to begin. Hornsey Hoop Group - single class  £8 Hornsey Hoop Group - block of four classes (one class half price)  £28 Hornsey Hoop Group - block of six classes (one class free)  £40 These classes are for adults only, sorry. If you would like to organise hooping classes for younger students (under 16), please contact me for further information and to discuss options. As space is limited, booking is recommended - please email me with any queries! Hoopswhirled tee shirts now available - click the image for more details - The Hooping experience, as captured for Channel 4's video diary: "Bite"! (the piece is at approx. the 5 minute mark) REDBRIDGE Classes in Woodford - every Thursday. Hula hooping for fitness and fun Ongoing Hoopgirl Workout classes, every Thursday between 6.30 and 7.30pm. A fun, low impact cardio hula hoop workout in a very spacious sports hall! These classes will engage and work your core... and so much more! Classes last one hour and hoops are provided - or you can bring your own, if you prefer. Location Date: Time: Woodford County High School for Girls, High Road, Woodford Green, Essex IG8 9LA The sports hall is to the left of the main building as you enter the grounds from the main gates. 2008 Thursdays from 6.30 - 7.30pm (map) Price per class is £3 - hoops are provided. The nearest tube station is Woodford, which is on the central line. Buses which run past or close to the school include the 20, 179, 275, 531, 645, W13, N8. There is some parking in the grounds of the school (entrance via the A104) and on nearby Charter Road. These classes are being coordinated by the Redbridge Sport and Physical Activity Team. Click here to see the full timetable of activities. If you want to find out more or book a place, please contact Darren Trippick on 020 8708 0954. Alternatively, you can email Hoopswhirled for more information. If you are based in Redbridge and want to arrange hoop classes for your group or organisation, please contact Redbridge Sport and Physical Activity Team to discuss your requirements. REDBRIDGE - FIT FOR FUN As part of the Redbridge 'Fit for Fun' programme, Hoopswhirled is teaching a seven week Level 1 Hoopgirl Workout course from 4th November in the Ilford area. These classes are for a specific organisation and therefore not open for general attendance. COVENT GARDEN - THE HOOPGIRL WORKOUT AT CITY LIT September 27th to October 18th Four weeks of the Level 1 Hoopgirl Workout series, in the heart of London at City Lit. Click here to visit the City Lit website. These classes offer basic hoop skills and a flavour of what is possible when you pick up a hoop! Booking is through City Lit - at the moment these classes are full.

Hoopdance classes follow the Hoopgirl Workout format and cover basic hoop skills with an exploration of movement, dance and self-expression. In these classes you will learn a range of moves both on and off the body and get a fantastic workout.

Hoop fitness classes are a varied low-impact, cardio workout offering a fun way to improve your fitness and learn some some hoop moves.

Whichever class you choose, you will find that hooping helps you tone your body, become fitter and feel great!

As other classes are confirmed, full details will be posted on this page.

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