Hoop Dance Classes @ Euphoria Studios

Hoop Dance, Portland, OregonHave you seen the Coen Brothers mid 90’s classic The Hudsucker Proxy? If not, I’ll quickly fill you in. The plot line involves a simpleminded (is “slow” a better euphemism?) young man played by Tim Robbins hired as a stooge for a big money stock scandal. Instead he ends up inventing one of the biggest consumer crazes of the century: the hula hoop (not based on a true story, btw). Anyhow, the result of watching this movie is that I can’t see a hula hoop now with without picturing the scene where Tim Robbins pitches his idea to the company board by drawing a circle on a notepad.

Hudsucker Proxy aside, the art of hula hooping seems to be enjoying a renaissance of sorts these days. In Portland, at least. There’s even a hula troupe in town called the Whirly Girls (sp?). And now you can learn how to be an expert yourself with the hoop by signing up for Hoop Dance Classes at Euphoria Studios! Learn basic moves to advance tricks. All levels are welcome. Euphoria Studios is a beautiful space with a wall of mirrors and plenty of space to work on your moves. Hula hoops are provided for class, and are for sale to take home. They also have a custom hoop making workshop for those interested. Space is limited so sign up today!

To sign up contact Serena at (971) 676-7621 or xdoodlbugx@aol.com. Drop in rate is $20 and a 6 week series is $90.

Euphoria Studios
1235 SE Division
(503) 240-1997

* funny movie clip

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7 Responses to “Hoop Dance Classes @ Euphoria Studios”

  1. hey this is Serena the hoop dance teacher!! classes are going to be moved to Viscount Studios for the winter, the ceilings are higher and the cost of class is cheaper now!! drop in rate will be $15 and a 6 week series is only $60…save $30 on a series!
    for more info,,please email Serena@doodlbug.com
    or call 917-676-7621 (please note the number listed in the add above has the wrong area code…thanks!!)

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  2. hey again!!
    january hoop classes are about to begin! we have changed locations to a studio that has higher ceilings so we can do tosses and throws with our hoop…fun!
    the studio is called Viscount Dance Studio, located at E. Burnside and 7th in Portland. For more info…please go to my website hoop page:
    http://www.Doodlbug.com/hoops
    or email me and i will send you the full class description.
    Serena@Doodlbug.com
    series starts Jan 3rd
    6weeks for $60
    $14 drop in.
    come play!!!

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  3. moved classes to Wednesday nights at SomaSpace Studio in NE Portland!!

    Heya!
    I am so happy to say my new hoop studio SomaSpace is gorgeous and working out so well! my students are soo happy!
    My march classes are full, and im starting to accept signups for the April series..
    Starts Wednesday April 1st..
    4 week series for $48
    or drop ins for $15
    pre-registration required..please get in touch!

    please note the times are shifting a little bit, both classes are now starting a half an hour later compared to the march class schedule.
    here’s the new times:

    Beginners- 5:30-6:30pm
    Intermediate- 6:45-7:45pm

    please email or call to sign up!
    Serena@Doodlbug.com
    917-676-7621

    more info can be found on the SomaSpace website as well… http://www.somaspace.us
    ive also added pics of passed hoop classes and events to my website: http://www.doodlbug.com/hoops

    thanks and happy hooping!
    Serena the Doodlbug ;)

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  4. Laurie

    are you still teaching ongoing intermetiate classes at the Viscount studio? your classes a progressive series or good for drop in, or both?
    Do you have any “beginner/intermediate intensive ” classes which are longer than an hour?

    thanks, Laurie

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  5. ADDED MORE CLASSES!!!!
    no i am no longer teaching at the Viscount, only at SomaSpace!

    Beginner Level 1
    Wednesday nights from 5:30-6:30pm
    This Series is perfect for brand new hoopers! We will start with the basics and
    introduce beginner tricks and ideas to get your Hoop Dance practice flowing! Come see what the buzz is all about!

    Beginner level 2
    Wednesday nights from 6:45-7:45pm
    You already have the basics down and want to learn more fun tricks, as well as
    incorporate dance, grace and flow in your Hoop Dance Practice. we will also introduce transitioning and how to connect all of our tricks together!

    Intermediate level 1
    Monday nights from 6:45-7:45pm
    Take it to the next level! We will go over a multitude of new intermediate/advanced
    tricks, and learn how to tie it all together with transitioning, Dance, and flow.
    Feel confident performing in front of an audience!

    classes are in a 4 week series for $60 ( $15 per class )
    drop in rate is $20
    classes are held at SomaSpace…

    4050 NE Broadway off 41st
    1 block behind trader joes in the hollywood district
    http://www.somaspace.us -for maps and direction

    please get in touch with me to sign up for June classes…starts 1st week in June!!

    sincerely,
    Serena the Doodlbug
    http://www.Doodlbug.com :)

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  6. dixie

    do you give any classes closer to Lake Oswego?

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  7. heres the latest and greatest info on my hoop dance classes here in portland, OR!!

    Doodlbug Hoop Dance
    …Spiral Inward

    2 BEAUTIFUL LOCATIONS!!

    Beginner 1 & 2 are held at: SomaSpace
    4050 NE Broadway (off NE 41st ave)
    $60/ 4 week series- class is 1 hour
    $20 drop ins

    Intermediate is held at: Zoomtopia
    810 SE Belmont (off SE 8th ave)
    $80/ 4 week series- class is 11/2 hours
    $25 drop ins

    $40 Private Lessons- please inquire!
    Space is limited- Pre Registration required!
    Certified Hoop Dance Instructor
    ~Practice hoops provided~

    Classes start 1st week in February!!

    Hooping is more than exercise, it is a connection of mind, body and spirit. As we hoop
    we spiral inward, we become centered, balanced, and through practice we learn flow.
    Hooping strengthens our cores, relaxes our minds, and overwhelms our hearts with joy!
    All Ages welcome!! Come join the hooping revolution!

    Beginner level 1 – Wednesdays 5:30-6:30 pm
    This Series is perfect for brand new hoopers! We will start with the basics and
    introduce beginner tricks and ideas to get your Hoop Dance practice flowing!

    Beginner level 2 – Wednesdays 6:45-7:45 pm
    You already have the basics down and want to learn more fun tricks, as well as
    incorporate dance, grace and flow in your Hoop Dance Practice.

    Intermediate – Tuesdays 7:15-8:45 pm
    Take it to the next level! We will go over a multitude of new intermediate/advanced
    tricks, and learn how to tie it all together with transitioning, Dance, and flow.
    Feel confident performing in front of an audience!

    Contact Serena:
    http://www.Doodlbug.com
    Serena@Doodlbug.com
    503-805-3394

    Custom hoops for Sale:
    Adult hoop: $30
    Collapsible travel hoop: $45

    thanks and happy hooping!!

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