Hey! I've been hooping for about a year now...we've got something of a circus goin on with the amount of poi spinners and hoops going round my group of friends. It IS great exercise, but it's also good for fun and the spirit! Who else could just hoop with a friend for hours?
This girl has awesome tutorials and comprehensive explanations! I especially like watching her hoop because it always gives me transitional ideas and inspiration. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hCHHFqyyAMc&feature=plcp