Martin Luther King once said that sustaining a lifetime of personal action and involvement requires a network of social support. I not only agree but also believe that practicing personal action will develop your network of social support. We are constantly creating our world through intention and action. I believe that daring to express your self is one of the most powerful things about being human. It builds community, confidence and a universal sense of joy. Betty Hoops

When hooping with kids, make sure they have the right sized and weighted hoop. It should stand a few inches above the belly. If the kids are above average height and or weight, the hoop needs to be bigger and possibly heavier.

Every body moves differently. Notice common mistakes among kids. Many of them will twist and the hoop will fall. Tell them to push their belly into the hoop, moving either side to side or back to front.

When hooping with kids, guide them to think and feel for themselves. Dance moves should be easy to follow with time for free style. Allow the kids to make you feel more playful and comfortable in YOUR body. Trust  them in teaching you how to feel free.

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