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Hooping is an exercising trend that people of all shapes and sizes are taking up, to look great, feel great, and have fun!
Hooping is more than just a great fitness tool, as celebrities like Kelly Osbourne, Selena Gomez, Beyonce and Grace Jones have experienced. It also:
- Burns up to 100 calories every 10 minutes
- Strengthens and tones your core muscles
- Improves flexibility, balance and coordination
- Increases blood circulation
- Improves digestion
- Breaks up fat deposits
- Trims your waistline
- Increases cardiovascular endurance
- Increases spine mobility
- Gets you laughing, smiling and having fun!
Find out more about hooping on the In 2 Hula website. You can also contact Bernadette the Hoop Lady on 0800 466 779 or 021 2466 779.
Hoop Dance involves artistic movement and techniques with a hula hoop to create amazing figures and illusions. Learn how to hula hoop as a new hobbie, for fitness or to have fun with some tricks. Perfect for absolute beginners aged 8 years +.
Details:
- Tuesday 16th April 2024 (1 to 3pm): Lincoln Event Centre;
- Wednesday 17th April 2024 (1 to 3pm): Darfield Recreation Centre; and
- Thursday 18th April 2024 (1 to 3pm): Rolleston Community Centre.
Cost: $10 per person. Bookings required.
Find out more about Hoop Dance sessions in the Selwyn District.
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