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The Many Benefits of Poi
Poi spinning is becoming more and more popular with both adults and children. Anyone can learn poi with a little dedication and thus gain the amazing benefits to be had from this ancient Maori hypnotic art form.
As an adult, poi can be a new exciting and challenging experience. As we get older the more set our bodies and brain become to repetitive thought patterns and movement ... usually without even knowing that we are becoming this way!
Poi will teach you to open your mind to a new way of thinking, as well as providing terrific gentle exercise. Poi spinning improves concentration and the rhythmic movement is great for increasing upper body strength ...
Poi Exercise
Poi spinning is a graceful and rhythmical movement. It brings confidence, co-ordination and an experiential understanding of the balance of body left and right, while focusing the mind to concentrate.
With poi spinning each development stage becomes easier and more definite. It naturally counter-balances every change of personal reactions, which is characteristic of individual personalities. The process of learning poi is unique for each individual.
Here are some of the 25 body parts benefited through poi dancing:
Brain - right side
- the right side of the brain processes information in a more holistic, less structured manner.
Brain - left side
- the left side of the brain recalls information, which is processed in a factual and logical manner.
Eyes - are the mirrors of the soul.
Nose - learning the breathing pattern of inhaling & exhaling.
Neck - turning and stretching movements can express emotion.
Hands and Fingers - this is probably the most important body part for poi. The hands and fingers control the directions and the movements of the poi. Your hands will learn to talk and tell their own tale!
Arms - the extension and direction of arm movements can be used to convey force and intention.
Learning poi will bring many personal benefits beyond the basics of being able to enjoy this ancient tribal art. Poi is extremely good for training both the left and right hand side of the mind/body.
Poi Passion can especially help those with special needs, including dyslexia and ADHD - by improving concentration, co-ordination, Brain GymŪ work, and much, much more. |
