Hoopla | Diving deep: Dynamic balancing and rolling with Gail O Brien
This will take the basics of hoop balances and look at how they can be made to move. It will examine moving in and out of balance positions how they link with other moves and how you can progress your balance practice and make it look and feel amazing. We will examine how to begin to move your rolls around your body and how you can add body movement and more hoops!
When: October 26th
Time: 11.30 AM - 12.30 PM
About Gail:
Gail O’Brien is a talented contemporary hoop dancer, renowned hoop teacher and very funny person. If you know her, you know. If you don’t know her, you should!
"It's me: Gail O’Brien. I am the founder, hoop maker, teacher, admin assistant, colour selector, social media manager and head hoop geek at HoopSpin.
I am an award-winning teacher and have been teaching and performing hula hooping in a global capacity for nearly 20 years. I started making hoops in 2007 and have been looking for the best ways to create the best hoops ever since!"
About Hoopla - Ireland's Only Hula Hoop Convention
Get ready to spin, learn, and connect – Hoopla, Ireland’s only Hula Hoop convention, is coming to Circus Factory Cork this October for three incredible days of workshops, jams, and community!
What is Hoopla?
Hoopla is a unique gathering for hula hoop enthusiasts of all levels. It’s a weekend packed with world-class workshops, open jam sessions, and a chance to share skills, discover new tricks, and be part of Ireland’s vibrant hooping community.
What’s Happening at Hoopla?
Friday: Kick off the weekend in the jam hall and meet your fellow hoopers.
Saturday: Full day of workshops, more open jam space, and the highlight of the weekend – The Hoopla Gala Show in the evening.
Sunday: More chances to learn and play with additional workshops and open space.
And relax between it all with optional private sauna sessions next door at Wildwood Sauna!
Who is the Hula Hoop Convention for?
Everyone from beginners with no experience to advanced. Anyone who wants to hang out and learn something new for hula hoop is welcome!
What Should You Bring?
Yourself and your hula hoop (your own hula hoop is optional). Circus Factory has heaps of hoops to borrow!
Location: Circus Factory
Days: October 24th - 26th, 2025
Time: See specific workshop times
Suitable for ages: 18+
Price: 4 workshops and open jam hall included in Hoopla training pass.
Incredible Line-Up of Hula Hoop Convention Coaches
* Marianna de Sanctis
* Gail O’Brien
* Gracie Marshall
* Kate Mitchell
Workshops will cover everything from creative hoop flow and technique, to handstands, flexibility, and performance skills.