Beginning Poi Level 2 Workshop with Matthew Johnson

This is a fun and challenging class which expands on basic poi technique. You will learn new tricks and have additional assistance in managing your planes, basic technique and transitions. If you've spun poi in the past and haven't picked them up for a while, or have been learning the basics at home this class is perfect for you. You don't need to have taken a formal class with us in the past.

During this poi workshop students will build on these basic concepts plus learn additional techniques in:

Basic poi theory

1. understanding the planes around your body, orienting your body and your poi around/ within those planes.

2. the rhythm of the poi and counting the beats of the circles

Basic poi tricks such as:

1. the butterfly

2. weave

3. windmill

4. corkscrew

5. low wave

6. more basic butterfly variations

7. turning

8. stalling

9. basic transitions

10. putting it altogether for a nice flow.

Instructor: Matthew Johnson

Duration: 4 week class, Wednesday Nights 2/17-3/9 6:15-7:15pm

Location: Fire Mecca 2417 E Calle Joya de Ventura

Cost: The full 4-week class is 45 dollars if paid before February 10, after February 10 or at the door the cost will be $50, or 15 dollars per class drop-in. Credit Card, PayPal, and cash are accepted as pre-payment, or cash at first class. Pay now to guarantee a seat!