November Hip The Hoopla Schedule And Specials

  • Hip The Hoopla News and Notes

  • Thanks Hip The Hoopla Students…Very Special Guest Instructor Tues. 11/6 & Tues. 11/13–World renound hoop instructor/performer Danielle Odette.
  • **November Hip The Hoopla classes: 11/3, 6, (NO 11/10), 13, 17, 20, 24 & 27; Classes Tues. 6:30pm & Sat. 10am.

  • ++++November Deals: +$50 Unlimited Pass. +Attend all the healthy hooping Hip The Hoopla classes you want in a month for only $50!
    That can get classes even more affordable!! (Like paying for 4 and getting the rest FREE!) (good for one month/30 days from date purchased 🙂

+Saturday 11/24 Special THANK YOU Thanksgiving Weekend Special:

Bring a hoop buddy for 1/2 price for 10am class (& You get a gift!), or book a private session for 1/2 price ($20/hour)! Please RSVP appointment time 11/23-11/25). (…Don’t you wish the weekend calories were 1/2 off, too?!)

+Private Holiday Hoop Sessions (Through Dec. 31): Bring your hoop skills to the next level–Fast! Hip The Hoopla Private Hoop Tutoring $30/hour ($10 off–regularly $40), or $50 for 2 hour block($30 off/regularly $80)–Private lesson sessions normally $40/hour (Please add $5/hr studio rental fee (regularly $10).

+Class Pack Cards: great $Savings 5 Pack ($50) & 10 Pack ($90) classes, too!

+Hip The Hoopla Gift Certificates Available for classes, class packs, custom made hoops, private lessons, and more!

**For Danielle’s classes: $12 regular drop in price OR if you have a punch card or other prepaid special, please add $5 per session (2 opportunities to train with Danielle Odette-Originator of Spin Summit).
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  • ~~~Hip the Hoopla Class LOCATION: *Red Elephant Workshop*
    244 Sante Fe Drive, Denver CO 80223 (Between 2nd & 3rd on Sante Fe Drive– free on-street parking 🙂

    Please allow a few extra minutes to park, sign in, and prepare to hoop

    Cost: $12 Per class
    OR…save lots & buy a Fun Pack….
    $50/5 class card (=$10/class) (good for 3 months from purchase)
    $90/10 class card (=$9/class!) (good for 6 months from purchase)
    OR your BEST Deal(s)—See Monthly Specials above!

    Please contact for other special offers & group discounts.

    Hip The Hoopla is also available for performances, special events, private/semi-private personally focused lessons & motivational meetings (way easier than walking on hot coals)… Plus bridal and bachelorette parties!

    Bring/Do/Wear: ~Water ~yoga mat ~stretchy snug clothing-the hoop loves sticking to skin & stays up better! A notebook & pen are really handy to remember key moves, hints & tricks. Bring your own hoop, purchase one at class, or borrow one provided at class. FYI: you can order YOUR OWN cool custom color/personally sized hoops for your hooping style and needs–Even collapsible hoops for easy carry & traveling!

    Please RSVP your class spot. 24-hour courtesy cancellation required. $5 cancellation fee…goes to charity 🙂 It’s on the good karma honor system.

    RSVP/Questions/Info/Contact: Che@HipTheHoopla.com 303.980.6295

    More info: www.HipTheHoopla.com

    Please “Like,” visit often & recommend Hip The Hoopla on Facebook for schedule, updates, news and cool videos. http://www.facebook.com/HipTheHoopla
    Also find us on Yelp! http://www.yelp.com/biz/hip-the-hoopla-denver
    …and LinkedIn http://www.linkedin.com/company/hip-the-hoopla
    …and YouTube http://www.youtube.com/user/ToucheToon
    …and Pinterest http://pinterest.com/hipthehoopla/
    …and Twitter http://twitter.com/hipthehoopla

    Recommendations & testimonials are very appreciated. ~Thank You 🙂

    We appreciate your interaction and connectivity!
    ♥ ♥ ♥

244 Santa Fe Drive, Denver, Colorado 80223

 

Giving Thanks-“Microwave Minutes”

Happily Hooping Through the Holidays

Hip The Hoopla picture from Hoop Path with Brecken and BaxterFall may be a time when things go dormant outside, but inside Hip The Hoopla classes, it’s all warm, hoopy and giggly! Thank goodness for hooping…it can save your sanity over the holidays when your schedule gets overwhelmed with activity.

I like to call this doable tip: “Microwave Minutes”–when you put something in the microwave (if you use one) and 1.) Get in your hoop for the same amount of time…or 2.) Laugh for that entire time…or 3.) Sit and meditate on your gratitude list! Try it. Those minutes add up, and the de-stressing benefits multiply.  November is a special time to appreciate all we have, all we are and all we do to improve ourselves inside and outside on a daily basis. Every bit counts and YOU are worth it!

Hoop, Laugh, Love…InJoy!
~Che’ Rippinger of Hip The Hoopla

Thanks Hip The Hoopla Students…

Very Special Guest Instructor Tues. 11/6 & Tues. 11/13–World renowned hoop instructor/performer Danielle Odette.**

November Hip The Hoopla classes: 11/3, 6, (NO 11/10), 13, 17, 20, 24 & 27; Classes Tues. 6:30pm & Sat. 10am.

November Deals: +$50 Unlimited Pass. +Attend all the healthy hooping Hip The Hoopla classes you want in a month for only $50!
That can get classes even more affordable!! (Like paying for 4 and getting the rest FREE!) (good for one month/30 days from date purchased 🙂

+Saturday 11/24 Special THANK YOU Thanksgiving Weekend Special: Bring a hoop buddy for 1/2 price for 10am class (& You get a gift!), or book a private session for 1/2 price ($20/hour)! Please RSVP appointment time 11/23-11/25). (…Don’t you wish the weekend calories were 1/2 off, too?!)

+Private Hoop Sessions: Bring your hoop skills to the next level–Fast! Hip The Hoopla Private Hoop Tutoring $30/hour or $50 for 2 hour block–Private lesson sessions normally $40/hour (in-studio is extra to rent space).

+Class Pack Cards: great $Savings 5 Pack ($50) & 10 Pack ($90) classes, too!

**For Danielle’s classes: $12 regular drop in price OR if you have a punch card or other prepaid special, please add $5 per session (2 opportunities to train with Danielle Odette-Originator of Spin Summit).
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~~~Hip the Hoopla Class LOCATION: *Red Elephant Workshop*
244 Sante Fe Drive, Denver CO 80223 (Between 2nd & 3rd on Sante Fe Drive– free on-street parking 🙂

Please allow a few extra minutes to park, sign in, and prepare to hoop

Cost: $12 Per class
OR…save lots & buy a Fun Pack….
$50/5 class card (=$10/class) (good for 3 months from purchase)
$90/10 class card (=$9/class!) (good for 6 months from purchase)
OR your BEST Deal(s)—See Monthly Specials above!

Please contact for other special offers & group discounts.

Hip The Hoopla is also available for performances, special events, private/semi-private personally focused lessons & motivational meetings (way easier than walking on hot coals)… Plus bridal and bachelorette parties!

Bring/Do/Wear: ~Water ~yoga mat ~stretchy snug clothing-the hoop loves sticking to skin & stays up better! A notebook & pen are really handy to remember key moves, hints & tricks. Bring your own hoop, purchase one at class, or borrow one provided at class. FYI: you can order YOUR OWN cool custom color/personally sized hoops for your hooping style and needs–Even collapsible hoops for easy carry & traveling!

Please RSVP your class spot. 24-hour courtesy cancellation required. $5 cancellation fee…goes to charity 🙂 It’s on the good karma honor system.

RSVP/Questions/Info/Contact: Che@HipTheHoopla.com 303.980.6295

More info: www.HipTheHoopla.com

Please “Like,” visit often & recommend Hip The Hoopla on Facebook for schedule, updates, news and cool videos. http://www.facebook.com/HipTheHoopla
Also find us on Yelp! http://www.yelp.com/biz/hip-the-hoopla-denver
…and LinkedIn http://www.linkedin.com/company/hip-the-hoopla
…and YouTube http://www.youtube.com/user/ToucheToon
…and Pinterest http://pinterest.com/hipthehoopla/
…and Twitter http://twitter.com/hipthehoopla

Recommendations & testimonials are very appreciated. ~Thank You 🙂

We appreciate your interaction and connectivity!
♥ ♥ ♥

Laughter Yoga and Breathing Well

Happy Health Tip:

Did you know you could be laughing your way healthy? Hearty big laughter dramatically increases the air and oxygen level into your lungs, and radiates out to all the body’s cells. Disease does not survive thrive in well-oxygenated cells. Most people breathe shallowly, regularly taking in only 25% of their lung capacity. Laughter Yoga is one of the ways to increase that.

You can learn more Laughter Yoga information, health benefits and fun exercises at a Hip The Hoopla humorous hoop dance class. All skill & smile levels welcome 🙂  A little belly dance is included, too!
Click for October Class Info/Deals/Specials

Hip The Hoopla-hula hoop dance fitness classes

"Humorously hooping you healthy and happy." Classes at Red Elephant Workshop in Denver, CO

Hip The Hoopla recommends Laughter Yoga Book by Dr. KatariaLaughter Yoga Book Information
Note: I do not earn profits from Dr. Kataria’s book-I happily encourage you to learn more for your own personal peace & joy~Che’ Rippinger

Hip The Hoopla-humorous hula hoop dance fitness classes with Laughter Yoga, www.HipThe Hoopla.com, Che@HipTheHoopla.com, 303-980-6295.

 

Hip The Hoopla Class Intentions And Themes

Custom Hula Hoop | Collapsible Hula Hoop | Pink Candy Hula HoopWhat Makes Your Hoop Practice Better?

Did you know we have an “intention” or theme for every Hip The Hoopla class? They make it more fun to incorporate new movements, think differently and enhance your hoop dance enjoyment and creativity. Come check out the secret word of the day, lol ;)~

Class Information and Specials for October:

+Deals+ ROCTOBER is warming your hoop soul during the cool fall days-Come learn great moves, develop your hoop style, practice your flow and meet great people! +October 2-Pack deal: 2 classes, just $20. Bring a friend or use yourself…. First 10 people RSVP’d* for each class get this deal! E-mail Che@HipTheHoopla.com or call ASAP 303-980-6295 & visit www.facebook.com/HipTheHoopla (*please RSVP 24 + hours in advance).

+Attend all the healthy hooping Hip The Hoopla classes you want in a month for only $50!

That can get classes even more affordable!! (Like paying for 4 and getting the rest FREE!) (good for one month/30 days from date purchased 🙂

+Bring your hoop skills to the next level–Fast! Hip The Hoopla Private Hoop Tutoring $30/hour or $50 for 2 hour block–Private lesson sessions normally $40/hour (in-studio is extra to rent space).

+Plus great $avings on 5 Pack ($50) & 10 Pack ($90) classes, too!

For More Hip The Hoopla Hoop Dance Class Information:

http://www.facebook.com/events/213925268738488/

***Hip The Hoopla is available for performances, private lessons, parties, custom hand made hula hoops and other hoop dance accessories.  Contact Che@HipTheHoopla.com or 303-980-6295.

Olympic Hula Hooping-Rythymic Gymnastics

Hooping in the Olympics!

What is Rhythmic Gymnastics?

 

Rhythmic Gymnast with Hoop

Did you know the (hula) hoop is an apparatus in the world Olympic championship games? There’s also ribbons, clubs and balls (and sometimes ropes). These gymnasts may have a different shape and look when you see them perform (tall, long and lean). Their elements are dance, while incorporating various props. Tosses, turns, flexibility and gymnastics are visually transitioned and intertwined with dance. They are judge with a 30 point system, 10 points available  in each of three categories:  artistry, difficulty and execution. 30 points is a perfect score. Penalty points can be deducted for mistakes, including dropping the prop.

Why is it that you may have never heard of rhythmic gymnastics, or have a hard time finding these performances? The coverage is pretty sparse. The mainstream “artistic” genre of gymnasts get the majority of promotion in the media and commercial play. But the beauty of both divisions cannot be denied.

Rhythmic gymnastics is judged more on their dance skills and choreography merits. And they also have group performances-some with multiple props, representing their country as a team, in addition to individual single prop performances. In Rhythmic gymnastics, the only competition division is for women.

Artistic Gymnastics (what most people see)

For what most people see, there are men’s and women’s categories for different apparatus. Their apparatus’ are not prop-based, though.  Women get to compete in the divisions of floor exercise, uneven bars, balance beam and vault. The men get to demonstrate their skills on vault, rings, parallel bars, pommel horse, horizontal bar, and floor exercise. There’s also a third category/division of gymnastics in 2012’s Olympics: Trampoline, with both men and women competing.

Coverage of Rhythmic Gymnastics in the 2012 Summer Olympics in London, England

2012-Olympic Hoop Logo-Rhythmic Gymnastics

2012-Olympic Hoop Logo-Rhythmic Gymnastics

Here’s the schedule and results link for Olympic rhythmic gymnastics in the UK…and their logo is with a HOOP!

 

http://www.nbcolympics.com/rhythmic-gymnastics/results-schedules/index.html Also check out the BBC London coverage.
The competitions for qualifying/elimination rounds into final competitions is August 9, 10, 11, and 12 2012.

OLYMPIC RESULTS (Spoiler alert):

Known for their exquisite ballet training, the Russian Federation took the gold (Evgeniya Kanaeva) & silver (Daria Dmitrieva)  in individual rhythmic gymnastics, and a very happy Liubou Charkashyna of Belarus finally got to move from her many fourth place standings to earn the bronze and step onto her first podium. In the group finals, Russia, Belarus, and Italy placed 1st, 2nd and 3rd medal rankings.

More videos of rhythmic gymnastics

If you are interested in seeing more rhythmic gymnastics, there are a LOT of videos to enjoy from worldwide performances and competitions on YouTube. One of the iconic figures is Anna Bessonova. You can see the extreme flexibility needed for this kind of hoop dance. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F6wY_rZ54_o

Here’s another one of the many videos out there of rhythmic hoop gymnast Irina Tchachina http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PV5y5_FFEJA

And a video of several examples of rhythmic gymnasts (with different props) in action: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ym6hGDgXeOY&feature=related

Where Can YOU learn to Hoop Dance?

If you want your OWN great flexibility, grace, coordination &  dance style with hooping…try Hip The Hoopla class Tues. 7/31 at 6:30pm. http://www.facebook.com/events/277660339008552/

Classes are offered in Denver, Colorado, USA on Tuesday evenings at 6:30pm and Saturday mornings at 10am, plus private lessons. Coming soon:  online lessons available worldwide! Please contact Che@HipTheHoopla.com for more info.

Lots of links and info also available at www.facebook.com/HipTheHoopla
You can also find, like and follow Hip The Hoopla on Yelp, Twitter (@hipthehoopla), LinkedIn, YouTube, Google, YourHub and www.HipTheHoopla.com.

 

 

Why Hip The Hoopla? A Love and a Business

What motivates us to do what we do?

Maybe a lot of people may dream of having their own business. Most people wouldn’t do it if they knew how much work it was going to take to make it successful.

For me personally, I love being able to bring health & happiness the world through hooping with heart & humor. It’s my mission. My students from all walks of life are phenomenal individuals ♥

Thank you all for your blessings, support & positivity!

~Ché, Instructor, Performer, and Chief Hooping Officer (CHO) of Hip The Hoopla 

Ché of Hip The Hoopla performing at the One Gathering benefit in July 2012

FYI: Denver Hip The Hoopla hula hoop dance fitness classes:

This week’s theme: twists & turns Tues. 6:30pm & Sat. 10am. 🙂 More Hip The Hoopla class info: http://www.facebook.com/events/277660339008552/ Check out the July direct discounts & specials, too! Group and private classes with great deals.

In-joy the inspirational hoop video ( a short tutorial) of the week from Finland.

http://youtu.be/5zzz0cQv5zc

Bride Hooping! Plus Sat. 7/14 HTH Class & Performance

Bride-to-be Ché Rippinger at Red Rocks Amphitheater–bachelorette party

Ha–my hilarious hoop pic–from my Red Rocks Bachelorette party!

Hip The Hoopla CLASS:

Saturday 7/14: Hip The Hoopla class @ 10am: http://www.facebook.com/events/470283486316478/

Performance:

Hooping afterwards with rock band Trickshot at the One Gathering benefit 11:15 am in Denver: http://strongholdsociety.org/?page_id=99

FYI: Che’ does Bachelorette Parties–bringing hoops, laughter, lessons and a heck of a unique fun time!
…Also Wedding and Event Performances, too!
Please contact Che@HipTheHoopla.com for more info.

JULY-Hip The Hoopla Classes & Specials

Hip The Hoopla-hula hoop dance fitness classes

"Humorously hooping you healthy and happy." Classes at Red Elephant Workshop in Denver, CO

**Hip the Hoopla – Humorous hula hoop dance fitness classes**
“Inspiring you on the inside, so you can shine on the outside.”
*Tuesdays 6:30pm & Saturdays 10am + Private sessions + Specials!

Please “Like” Hip The Hoopla on Facebook for up to date class info, specials, jam postings, videos, and HTH news: www.facebook.com/HipTheHoopla

July HTH classes: 3, 7, 14, 17, 21, 24, 28, 31–

*NO 7/10 HTH Class–we’ll be at Red Rocks for Che’s Hooping Bachelorette party-you’re invited! http://www.facebook.com/events/196137417179359/?ref=ts 

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~July Specials~

~Attend all the healthy hooping Hip The Hoopla classes you want in a month for only $50! That can get classes even more affordable!! (Like paying for some and getting the rest FREE!) (good for one month/30 days from date purchased 🙂

~July Hoop Tutoring $30/hour or $50 for 2 hour block–Private sessions normally $40/hour (in-studio is extra to rent space).

~July~special surprises (good ones 😉 at each class!

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Denver A-List–Please VOTE asap!

PLEASE vote for either Red Elephant Workshop (where HTH classes are) http://denveralist.cityvoter.com/red-elephant-workshops/biz/619914 

OR Hip The Hoopla (we’re in the same category-you can only choose one)
http://denveralist.cityvoter.com/hip-the-hoopla/biz/648863?r=short

June Hip The Hoopla Class Schedule & Specials

**Hip the Hoopla – Humorous hula hoop dance fitness classes**
“Inspiring you on the inside, so you can shine on the outside.”
*Tuesdays 6:30pm & Saturdays 10am + Private sessions + Specials!

* June Class Dates: June 2, 9, 12, 16, 19, 23, 30 (Wkdy+Wknd)*

*Please “Like” Hip The Hoopla on facebook for up to date class info, specials, jam postings, videos, and HTH news: www.facebook.com/HipTheHoopla

*Note NO HTH class Tues. 6/4, 6:30pm–HIP THE HOOPLA will be supporting the “The SPIN SUMMIT” Colorado Flow/Hoop Retreat–and you are invited! Special ticket info: http://www.eventbrite.com/event/2830356673/hipthehoopla2012

*Also NO 6/26 HTH Class–supporting the visiting Ninja Hoops 2 day workshop in Denver http://www.facebook.com/events/342102672517040/
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~June Summer Sassy Splashy Special~

~Attend all the healthy hooping Hip The Hoopla classes you want in a month for only $44! That can get classes even more affordable!! (Like paying for some and getting the rest FREE!) (good for one month from date purchased 🙂
~June Bring a Buddy Better Body Deal~
Buy one class get 2nd half off–use for you just you for two classes or a bring a buddy to one class-$18/2 classes -save $6! 🙂
~June Hoop Tutoring $30/hour or $50 for 2 hour block–Private sessions normally $40/hour (in-studio is extra to rent space).

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Denver A-List–Please VOTE asap!

PLEASE vote for either Red Elephant Workshop (where HTH classes are) http://denveralist.cityvoter.com/red-elephant-workshops/biz/619914

OR Hip The Hoopla (we’re in the same category-you can only choose one)
http://denveralist.cityvoter.com/hip-the-hoopla/biz/648863?r=short

“The Hooping Life” Movie Premiere in Denver! Saturday May 5th 10am-3pm

(**note: Hip The Hoopla will be supporting this major Denver Event…No Sat. 5/5 10am class )

 

THE HOOPING LIFE FILM

The Hooping Life Premiere: Denver Style!

We’ve waited two years to see this in Denver, Colorado…and here it is!!!
– w/ Original Music by Basement Jaxx
Presented by The Denver Art & Flow Community ♥ Holly Hoops …

Plus vending from Hip The Hoopla and others–Great show specials and surprises!

Come enjoy your love of hooping, or learn about how to do it…and spend  your Cinco De Mayo & Kentucky Derby day celebrating with us!! We will be hoop jamming, too!

WATCH THE FILM TRAILER
www.thehoopinglife.com

Click here for Saturday’s Event details

Vendors: 10 a.m.
Performances: 12 noon
Movie Premiere: 1:30 p.m.

Tickets are $15 in advance, and $20 at the door.
$10 tickets available for those with little ones who want to stop by and join the hoop jam, check out the vendors, meet the performers and see the performances.
(Movie is for 16+ only please)
((Ticket Sales and Details will be posted shortly :))

You’ve been waiting and it’s finally here in DENVER!!!! Yep, The Hooping Life premiere will be held at the cozy Oriental Theater in the Highlands. What lays before you is a beautiful Saturday Morning and Afternoon filled with vendors, incredible performances, live VJ and Artist, Raffles/Door Prizes, Food & Drink, Workshops and the opportunity to connect with fellow artists, hoopers and your community.

~*~Very Special Live Performances!