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July Newsletter

Hi Everyone -

Welcome to July!!! Here in the United States we celebrate Independence Day on the fourth of July
and summer kicks into full swing.  This month we have been appreciating the freedom and opportunities available to us in the US.  Yes, we have our problems and issues here in the US, but there is not a "developed" place on the planet that doesn't have it's issues.

The United States has been called the "melting pot of people", we love to think of it as a Rainbow Village. The richness and diversity that so many cultures merging has created is remarkable. Be sure to check out our music selection this month because it reflects music meant to inspire freedom, hope and unity.

The last couple of months we have observed many messages being shared about our interdependence. Celebrating diversity sounds great but many people are scared of differences they can see in others.  So looking for the things that unify us, helps us to relax into diversity and healthy, interdependence blossoms. As people, our differences are really very small.  We all have personality preferences and life experiences, but that which inspires us to create and connect, to love and play, and to make our way through life challenges is the same.

If you would like to go through your day finding a little more peace with others and be able to connect with that which unifies us as a people, here is a simple exercise you can do.  Start your day imagining
a flower blossoming in your heart. See, feel and smell what type of flower it is, make it very real. 
When you are with others, make sure to connect to your flower and then look into their heart
chakra area and imagine what flower you see there.  By doing this you automatically start by seeing the best in the other, connect with them better, and more easily accept them exactly as they are.

What does all of this have to do with hooping???  The hoop is a circle which is a sacred symbol of
unity.  We have seen large hooping events joyfully bring people together into a space where they forgot their differences for a while. On a deeply personal level hooping not only keeps us in great shape and healthy, but it is a tool we use to deepen within ourselves that assists us in finding greater peace and to become more actualized into our full potential. So we invite you to take thoughts
and feelings of peace, unity and freedom into your hoop practice this month!!!

Thank you for joining us in the circle:-)

Love, peace and bright blessings,
Ariana and Laura Marie

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Join Hooping Harmony's Affiliate Reward Program
Sign up for our Rewards Program and receive cash or merchandise credit back as you spread the love of hooping to your family and friends!!!

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Hoop Of The Month! Rainbow Village Hoop!!! To celebrate our interdependence, diversity and the deliciousness of color that surrounds us this season, our Rainbow Village Hoop is 10% off for the month of July! Regular price - standard hoop $39.95, mobius hoop $49.95 Email laura@hoopingharmony.com or call (413) 219-0350 to place your order:) (offer good through the month of July)

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Music!

This month we are exploring music that is inspired by freedom, hope and unity. One beautiful song missing from this iMix is a song called World In Union '95 by Overtone & Yollandi Nortjie make sure you check it out at the iTunes music store.

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special offers. Connect with our community:)

Twitter With many outdoor events scheduled this summer, we will post
cancellations on twitter two hours before any event.  Be sure to check twitter
if you are coming from a distance and in doubt.

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Gift Certificates available!   Give the gift of health, fitness and fun with a stylish Hooping Harmony gift certificate. Good for private lessons, hoops, and any non-YMCA classes.

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*New LED Hoop discount for Hoop Instructors*(must meet qualifications)
When you have an active website or blog and are currently teaching hoop classes, you will automatically qualify for a $15.00 dollar discount on a unique, customized, professional LED Hoop from Hooping Harmony.

Email or call laura@hoopingharmony.com - (413) 219-0350 to order.

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Private Lessons available
This season delve deeper into your personal hoop practice with customized private lessons. Lessons are designed to assist you in reaching all your hoop goals and dreams while achieving dynamic flow and strength in your hooping!!!

$65 for an hour or Special package price of four one hour lessons for $200

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July Events and Classes!

*Events*


July 10 & 11 – Maplewoodstock
            Location: Memorial Park , Maplewood, NJ
            Come and experience this amazing community in New Jersey for two days
            of music, art and family fun!!! We will be sharing a whole lot of hoopla with
            an amazing array of hoops for sale.

July 16 - Hooping 101 - 5:30-6:30 pm
            Location: Sunderland Public Library, 20 School St., Sunderland, MA

July 17 - FREE HOOP JAM - 6:30 pm- 8:00 pm           
            Location: Pulaski Park, Main St., Northampton, MA
                          (next to the Academy of Music)
            For more info on hoop jams click on "What is a Hoop Jam"

July 19 – Baystate Spirit of Women – Summer Camp - 6:00-7:30 pm
           Location: Greenfield Middle School (on the playing field)
                         195 Federal St., Greenfield, MA
           Hooping 101 - If you want to feel more coordinated and connected to your
           body, or tone and sculpt while having fun, this hula hooping program is for
           you.  Join Hooping Harmony and give this fitness trend a whirl, even if
           you've never been able to hoop before.  No experience necessary!  Wear
           comfortable clothing and walking shoes. Water and brown bag snacks, will
           be provided. To register: 1-800-377-4325.  This event is FREE!

July 24 – Pittsfield City Hoopla – 12:00 (noon)-10:00 pm
           Location: The Public Gardens at Springside Park (behind the Springside House)
           874 North St. (Rt. 7), Pittsfield, MA (Springside Park)
           An arts festival celebrating the craft, craze and creativity of the hoola hoop!!!
           Hooping Harmony will be there along with guest artists from the Boston Hoop
           Troop, One With Fire, Gaia Roots and more. We will be teaching
           "Join the Circle - Hooping 101" between 12:30-1:30.
           For more info: www.pittsfieldcityhoopla.org

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*Classes*

Hoop Fit and Flow™ Part Fitness - Part Dance - A whole lot of fun!!!

~ Location 1
  Where: The Fix, 30 Crafts Ave., Northampton, MA  01060 - (413) 582-0656
  When: The second and fourth Sunday of every month
             June classes - 7/25/10 (No Class on 7/11/10 this month)
  Times: Multi Level - 3:00 to 4:15 pm
  Cost:   For each class - $15 - $12 if paid by the Friday before each class
             Pre-paying when you register is the only way guarantee your spot in class. 

  To register call Ariana at (413) 219-0352 or email ariana@hoopingharmony.com
  (class size is limited to 8 people in the Northampton location)

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