FAQ
-
Do I have to watch the video at a certain time?
No, all the course curriculum is pe-made and organized for your use at anytime allowing you to work through the lessons at your own pace.
-
Do I have to pay monthly?
No, for all our classes you pay a one time only fee. No monthly subscriptions.
-
Do the classes expire?
No, once you have enrolled all the content is yours to keep and is also available for direct download.
-
Can I enroll in an advanced class even if I'm new to hooping?
Absolutely! All the classes are designed to help students develop their skills lesson by lesson so even beginners can learn advanced tricks. As well, the sooner you try something, the sooner your body will start to find it's rhythm and comfort.
Course curriculum
-
01
Introduction
Show details- Welcome to the classroom
- Boss Hoopers Facebook Group
- Discovering your teaching style
- Assignment: Why you want to teach hoop dancing?
-
02
Setting up Your Classes
Show details- Introduction to Being an Entrepreneur
- Finding a Studio
- Places to Teach
- Things to Look for in a Studio
- Tips for Teaching Outside
- What Should I Charge for my Classes?
- Ways to Collect Payment
- Student Numbers: How many students to have in one class?
- Resource: Class Punch Cards
-
03
Learning How to Teach
Show details- Creating a Healthy and Welcoming Environment
- Learning How to Teach
- Learning Styles
- Various Teaching Methods and How to Use Them
- Stages of Trick Understanding: Trick Breakdown
- Tools for Individual Troubleshooting
- Reflective Journaling
- Video: Lesson Reflections
-
04
How to Lesson Plan
Show details- How to Write a Lesson Plan
- Lesson Plan Template
- Creating a Unit or Class Series
-
05
Class 1 - 12 Lesson Plans
Show details- Course Quick Reference Chart
- Beginner Level 1: Classes 1-6
- Teaching Beginner Level 2
- Beginner Level 2: Classes 7-12
-
06
Video Tutorials of Tricks
Show details- Preparing to Teach
- Waist Hooping
- The Peacock
- Passing Around
- Revolving Door
- Jumping to Waist
- Hand and Arm Dancing
- The Box Step
- Turning
- Toe Taps
- The Helicopter
- Above the Head
- Front Lift
- Front Down
- Knee Hooping
- Neck Hooping
- Neck to Chest Hooping
- Introduction to Chest Hooping
- Chest Hooping: No Arms
- The Shimmy
- Chest Hooping: Arms In
- Hover
- Stepping out of the Hoop
- Foot Pick Ups
- Vertical Hand Hooping
- Weaving the Hoop
- Changing Planes
- Back Lift
- Back Down
- Vortex Shoulder Drills
- The Vortex
- The Jump Through
- Knee Chi Up
- Chest Chi Up
- Pixie Jump Through
- J Motion Throw - Old School Video Tutorial
- Walking the Dog - Old School Video Tutorial
- Hand Cycles
- Stirring the Pot - Old School Video Tutorial
- The Corkscrew
-
07
Video Tutorials of Combo Moves
Show details- Combo 01
- Combo 02
- Combo 03
- Combo 04
- Combo 05
- Combo 06
-
08
Class Activities & Exercises
Show details- Community Circles
- Icebreakers & Group Activities
- Warm Ups
- Flow Challenges
- Cool Downs
- Assignment: What is a great class activity you have experienced and why?
-
09
Classroom Management
Show details- Types of Students you'll Experience
- Competition Reduction
- What to do if you have an Overqualified Student
- Adjusting to Your Students
- Ideas for Instructing Mixed Skill Level Classes
-
10
Creating Workshops & Other Forms of Teaching
Show details- Creating your Own Course
- Creating Themed Classes or Workshop Topics
- Where to Offer Workshops
- How much to Charge for Workshops
- Hoop Jams
- Drop-In Classes
- Teaching Private Lessons
- Team Teaching
- Assignment: Create your own Lesson Plan
-
11
Making and Selling Hoops
Show details- Making Hoops for your Students
- Types of Hoop you Can Make or Sell
- Selling Hoops in Class
- Tips for Selling Hoops
- Custom Hoops vs. Pre-Made Hoops
- Making Hoops - Part 1
- Making Hoops - Part 2
- Kinds of Hoop Tape - Part 1
- Kinds of Hoop Tape - Part 2
- How to Tape Hoops - Part 1
- How to Tape Hoops - Part 2
- Resource: Tape Display Sheet
-
12
Music & Tone of your Class
Show details- Setting Class Tone with your Voice
- Energy Levels & Choice Words
- Using a Microphone While Teaching
- Setting Class Tone with Music & Setting
- Class Music: Tips for selecting great tunes!
- Resource: Audio Silence Track
-
13
Becoming a Leader & Building Confidence
Show details- Inspiring Others
- Challenging Yourself
- Building Student Confidence
- Teaching students to Love the Process
- Love the Process Video
- Meditation and Hooping
- Connecting with Other Teachers
- Developing and Maintaining a Personal Practice
- 16 Steps to Jumpstart you Hoop Practice
-
14
The Business Side (Ewwwww... the boring stuff.)
Show details- Assignment: Create a Business Outline
- Video: Naming your Company
- Choosing a Company Identity
- Accounting and Budgeting Tips
- The Services Your Company Can Provide
- Business Checklist
- Assignment: Create Your Goal List
-
15
Marketing & Advertising
Show details- Video: Marketing Yourself
- Marketing
- Getting a Logo
- Business Cards
- Posters: Design Tips and Where to Post
- Advertising Online
- Building a Website
- Ideas for Promotions
- Performing as a way to Promote Classes
- Mailing Lists and Gathering Contacts
- News and Public Media Attention
- Video: Sample Interview with Safire
- Popular Interview Questions
- Resource: Sample Press Release
- Building Credentials and Accolades
- Assignment: How will you promote your classes?
-
16
Certification
Show details- Assignment: Hoop Skills Video
- Assignment: Quiz
- Congratulations and get your Certificate