West Rand, Johannesburg, South Africa... anyone out there?

So, I'll be back in SA on Friday (22 July) and since poi-ing in Amsterdam with LOTS of people was plenty cool, I'd like to start getting together with South Africans (gautengers in particular) on a regular poi basis.

I have a nice big yard with lots of poi space and there's a relaxed vibe, so meeting at my house would be cool, but I'm also keen for other places, just as long as I don't feel like the only person in SA doing poi (like I did for the first 6 months of my poi star existence )

With that being said, I'm still learning a lot and I'm not out to prove any points to anyone, I just want to get together, spin some fire and socks and ribbons, and just have fun.

I really hope that the appropriate people read this in the next few weeks because I don't want to spin alone any more.... *sniff*

Colleen

ps: if you live in jhb somewhere, and this message has spoken to you, please send me a private message with your number and I'll get in touch with you - PLEASE LETS JUST SPIN!!!

As long as you have a bed/couch/ little piece of floor for me! (Just jokes)

I gotto sort out my UK Visa in Pretoria in the next week or so, so I need to fly up from Cape Town. I'll bring my little bag of toys if there is time to meet up in the evening, or if I actually end up spending the night there. where about in joberg do you stay?

hey, I live on the west rand... which is a good 45 min drive from the east rand (airport) and from Pretoria (the convenience of my life is amazing [sic]), but it will be cool if you can make it. I still need to have my first burn, tho... I feel so inexperienced.

I won't be in Joburg next thurs - sunday, but any time before that will be cool.

Well, I can't help with your life's conviniences, but we can easily sort out that first burn ...

I'll be back in Johannesburg/Randburg, SA from August 10 but I'm still very much a beginner playing with my first set of ribbons but pointers/help/friendship would be great. I've also got a mate who might also want to join in.

that'll be awesome... just give me a shout when you're back

oh, and by the way... I just taught my best friend (who lives in randburg) how to poi, so I think there'll be a cool bunch of us beginners getting together, which is great because there won't be any attitude coming to spoil the party ....

OK, I know this is a REALLY late reply but seeing as I have just joined and seen the thread .......

Just started and also just bought my first Poi .... had a couple of burns but REALLY REALLY REALLY would like to get together with a bunch of people so that I can see how it really should be done

Will be at Tempos this Saturday for the beach party (& fire dancers) so if you are in the area and have nothing planned ..... join me !!!!

Did you get your group going? Still a spare spot for a newbie?

Yay! nice to meet you Grant I'll have you spinning like a pro in no time

A category for fire performance has been added to the S.A. National champs for performing arts. This competition's been around for years and they have categories for just about everything showbiz (exept fire dance, up to now). semi finals start early Feb all over the country leading up to the finals in Rustenburg 19 - 27 April. I'll post more details about prizes, judging and all that as i get to know it. I've got entry forms (info@magicstunts.co.za) or keep an eye on our website http://www.magicstunts.co.za
NOW GO PRACTICE

Would anyone like to actually have lessons in the JHB area? If so let me know . .