Course Overview
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The flow arts are a collection of beautiful movement arts that take elements from many different traditions and cultures. Learn how to spin poi and create beautiful geometric shapes in mid-air! View ProfileDetails
- Total Time 1 hr, 30 min
- Lessons 11
- Exercises 34
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50 CQ
11 Lessons in This Course
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5 minFREEFitness lesson 1Free3 CQ
Expand your poi trick repertoire with two types of poi giants, and use extensions to create a large, spectacular move that can be seen from far away.
with DrexFactor PoiExpand your poi trick repertoire with two types of poi giants, and use extensions to create a large, spectacular move that can be seen from far away.
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9 minFitness lesson 25 CQ
In poi spinning, crossers—also known as "huggies"—take a standard hip reel and add a level of pizzazz by doing them from a crossed-arm position.
with DrexFactor PoiIn poi spinning, crossers—also known as "huggies"—take a standard hip reel and add a level of pizzazz by doing them from a crossed-arm position.
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10 minFitness lesson 36 CQ
Weaves are one of the coolest-looking poi moves you can master. Learn how to take this trick to a new level by performing them behind the back!
with DrexFactor PoiWeaves are one of the coolest-looking poi moves you can master. Learn how to take this trick to a new level by performing them behind the back!
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9 minFitness lesson 45 CQ
Now that you've mastered the BTB poi weave, learn how to turn with it! Like weaves in front of the body, BTB weaves can be moved around the hips in a waistwrap.
with DrexFactor PoiNow that you've mastered the BTB poi weave, learn how to turn with it! Like weaves in front of the body, BTB weaves can be moved around the hips in a waistwrap.
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10 minFitness lesson 56 CQ
Behind-the-back poi tricks are visually dynamic—but how do you get into them? Learn how to do Meltdowns as a beautiful transition to perform other BTB tricks.
with DrexFactor PoiBehind-the-back poi tricks are visually dynamic—but how do you get into them? Learn how to do Meltdowns as a beautiful transition to perform other BTB tricks.
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4 minFitness lesson 63 CQ
Pendulums are among the most versatile transition tools there are for poi! Here I'll teach you how to perform them as well as the 1.5 beat weave.
with DrexFactor PoiPendulums are among the most versatile transition tools there are for poi! Here I'll teach you how to perform them as well as the 1.5 beat weave.
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4 minFitness lesson 73 CQ
Isolations are one of the most beautiful poi tricks, as well as one of the most difficult. Learn two helpful techniques for getting them down.
with DrexFactor PoiIsolations are one of the most beautiful poi tricks, as well as one of the most difficult. Learn two helpful techniques for getting them down.
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8 minFitness lesson 85 CQ
Buzzsaw flowers are the first step toward developing independence between what the hands and the poi are doing. Learn two different types in this lesson.
with DrexFactor PoiBuzzsaw flowers are the first step toward developing independence between what the hands and the poi are doing. Learn two different types in this lesson.
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5 minFitness lesson 93 CQ
CAPs are the most valuable and versatile transition tools in poi spinning. Learn two ways to perform them, and how to use them to switch between moves.
with DrexFactor PoiCAPs are the most valuable and versatile transition tools in poi spinning. Learn two ways to perform them, and how to use them to switch between moves.
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9 minFitness lesson 105 CQ
Poi spinning hybrids open up transition possibilities as well as freedom of movement. In this lesson, learn two different types of monorhythm hybrids.
with DrexFactor PoiPoi spinning hybrids open up transition possibilities as well as freedom of movement. In this lesson, learn two different types of monorhythm hybrids.
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11 minFitness lesson 116 CQ
Polyrhythm hybrids let you switch timings with cool patterns that wow audiences. In this poi spinning lesson, learn pendulum vs. CAP, and the Mercedes.
with DrexFactor PoiPolyrhythm hybrids let you switch timings with cool patterns that wow audiences. In this poi spinning lesson, learn pendulum vs. CAP, and the Mercedes.
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13104 min13-part Dance course59 CQ
Fans of the ancient Maori movement art of poi spinning will enjoy this world-class beginner’s course. Follow along, gain fluency in basic poi moves, and add elegance to your flow arts repertoire!
with DrexFactor PoiFans of the ancient Maori movement art of poi spinning will enjoy this world-class beginner’s course. Follow along, gain fluency in basic poi moves, and add elegance to your flow arts repertoire!
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6 minDance lesson4 CQ
Are you learning how to spin poi? If you already know how to thread the needle, learn how to do this poi spinning technique while turning your body!
with DrexFactor PoiAre you learning how to spin poi? If you already know how to thread the needle, learn how to do this poi spinning technique while turning your body!
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539 min5-part Dance course22 CQ
Learn the classic salsa moves needed for a night on the town in these easy-to-follow salsa lessons with Ryan Perez. You’ll learn how to find the beat of the music, count off a basic 8-count step - and then progress to more challenging partner work and turns. Ryan will also cover body posture, styling, and movement so that you feel comfortable showing off your new moves on the dance floor. Each lesson includes diagrams for foot positioning and covers steps for both the lead and follow.
with Ryan PerezLearn the classic salsa moves needed for a night on the town in these easy-to-follow salsa lessons with Ryan Perez. You’ll learn how to find the beat of the music, count off a basic 8-count step - and then progress to more challenging partner work and turns. Ryan will also cover body posture, styling, and movement so that you feel comfortable showing off your new moves on the dance floor. Each lesson includes diagrams for foot positioning and covers steps for both the lead and follow.
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11137 min11-part Dance course76 CQ
Pole dancing is the latest fitness craze for a good reason! It's a super fun way to get an all over workout-strength, flexibility and cardio. In this beginner series, you will be taken from your very first pole moves through a variety of spins, poses and combinations all while learning a fun dance routine. You'll learn to climb up the pole, create your own pole choreography and prepare for the next level of pole in which you'll be inverting on the pole!
Pole dancing is the latest fitness craze for a good reason! It's a super fun way to get an all over workout-strength, flexibility and cardio. In this beginner series, you will be taken from your very first pole moves through a variety of spins, poses and combinations all while learning a fun dance routine. You'll learn to climb up the pole, create your own pole choreography and prepare for the next level of pole in which you'll be inverting on the pole!
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13104 min13-part Dance course59 CQ
Fans of the ancient Maori movement art of poi spinning will enjoy this world-class beginner’s course. Follow along, gain fluency in basic poi moves, and add elegance to your flow arts repertoire!
with DrexFactor PoiFans of the ancient Maori movement art of poi spinning will enjoy this world-class beginner’s course. Follow along, gain fluency in basic poi moves, and add elegance to your flow arts repertoire!
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425 min4-part Fitness course16 CQ
Feeling groovy and want to put on your dancing shoes? Whether you're an experienced dancer or just someone who wants to get off the couch and move, this cardio dance workout has just what you need!
with Passion FitFeeling groovy and want to put on your dancing shoes? Whether you're an experienced dancer or just someone who wants to get off the couch and move, this cardio dance workout has just what you need!
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10118 min10-part Dance course64 CQ
Hip hop moves and grooves are great for de-stressing, getting fit, and ripping up the dance floor! With this course, dive into the essentials of hip hop with fun steps and combos to get you moving.
Hip hop moves and grooves are great for de-stressing, getting fit, and ripping up the dance floor! With this course, dive into the essentials of hip hop with fun steps and combos to get you moving.
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1495 min14-part Crafts course55 CQ
Have you always wanted to learn how to create balloon animals? If so, this balloon art for beginners course is the perfect place to start! Learn all kinds of knots, twists, and simple designs.
with QT EntertainmentHave you always wanted to learn how to create balloon animals? If so, this balloon art for beginners course is the perfect place to start! Learn all kinds of knots, twists, and simple designs.
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414 min4-part Party Tricks course9 CQ
Nothing screams “card shark” like some smooth sleight of hand tricks. In this course, learn how to look more like a card shark by mastering the index fan—from start to finish with a one-handed close.
with The Backstage WizardNothing screams “card shark” like some smooth sleight of hand tricks. In this course, learn how to look more like a card shark by mastering the index fan—from start to finish with a one-handed close.
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743 min7-part Party Tricks course26 CQ
In this course on cardistry basics, discover the fundamental moves you'll need to perform expert card flourishes, including basic grips, shuffles, and cuts—building blocks of complex card maneuvers!
with The Backstage WizardIn this course on cardistry basics, discover the fundamental moves you'll need to perform expert card flourishes, including basic grips, shuffles, and cuts—building blocks of complex card maneuvers!
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936 min9-part Party Tricks course22 CQ
In this course covering a collection of easy card tricks, inspire your inner illusionist and discover the tools used by master magicians, including card transformations, palms, and false shuffles!
with Michael KaczmarekIn this course covering a collection of easy card tricks, inspire your inner illusionist and discover the tools used by master magicians, including card transformations, palms, and false shuffles!
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529 min5-part Party Tricks course18 CQ
One of the easiest ways to impress an audience as a beginner magician is to master card flourishes! The Russian Genius walks you through the technique for crowd pleasing flourishes in this course.
with TheRussianGeniusOne of the easiest ways to impress an audience as a beginner magician is to master card flourishes! The Russian Genius walks you through the technique for crowd pleasing flourishes in this course.