Notes from the hoop
Long-form guides on technique, training, conditioning, and choreography — written for practitioners, by practitioners.
How to Build Your First Aerial Hoop Flow: Choreography Step-by-Step
A practical guide to building your first aerial hoop flow. How to choose a song, pick poses that connect, design transitions, edit ruthlessly, and rehearse so it looks effortless.
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How to Track Your Aerial Hoop Progress (and Actually See Improvement)
Why aerial hoop progress feels invisible — and the practical tracking systems that make it visible. A guide for students who feel stuck and want to see their improvement clearly.
Aerial Hoop Conditioning at Home: Strength Exercises for Faster Progress
A practical home conditioning program for aerial hoop students. The exact strength exercises that translate directly to the hoop, how often to do them, and how to structure a 30-minute session.
10 Essential Aerial Hoop Positions Every Beginner Should Know
The ten foundational aerial hoop positions every lyra student should master in their first six months. Each pose includes a setup, common mistakes, and what it builds toward.
Aerial Hoop for Beginners: A Complete Guide to Starting Lyra
New to aerial hoop? This complete beginner's guide covers what lyra is, what your first class will feel like, what to wear, how strong you really need to be, and the first positions you'll learn.