Poi is the ancient art form of fire dancing. It dates back to nearly 3000 bc. The art was originally developed as a strength training exercise. Later, it was transformed into the gorgeous dance that we know it as today.
Where to learn
La Escuela del Sol offers world class poi courses in Costa Rica. One of the best and well-known schools is La Escuela del Sol. What sets this school apart is the attention to detail they provide. The course offers a 1:5 ratio of instructor to student. The hands on lessons provide the students a chance to fully learn the moves before going on to the next lesson. It's based on self-progression. While there are other schools, the student ratio makes all the difference.
What you will learn
You will learn numerous techniques and moves. Some of the moves you learn will be butterfly, weaves, behind the back, turns, fountains and more. The lessons will start with the basics and add each technique one by one as the student is ready to progress.
Courses can be from one to four weeks in length. Obviously, you will be limited by the length of your vacation. However, the longer you study the courses, the more proficient you will become. At the end of four weeks, you will amaze all your friends and family.
Availability of courses
Costa Rica poi courses are offered year round, however, some schools have special workshops available during summer months. You will want to check with the school as to whether your vacation timeline will coincide with these special classes.
While on vacation, you can check with local resorts in Costa Rica for poi courses. You can also perform online web searches. One website well worth mentioning is www.laescueladelsol.com. Log on to the site to see a history of the art, availability of course and instructor information. No matter where or how you search, you will surely find an opportunity to learn this beautiful art and amaze your friends.
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