Poi, explained
Plain answers for people who have just found out what poi is, or are about to buy their first pair.
What is poi?
Poi is a weight on a cord, spun in circles around the body. Where it comes from, the types of poi, and why people take it up today.
The benefits of poi, and what the research actually says
What a randomized trial found about poi and Tai Chi, what spinners report, and which health claims about poi go further than the evidence.
How to start poi: your first week
What you need, where to stand and the first four things to practice in your first week of poi, plus the mistakes nearly every beginner makes.
Which poi should you buy first?
Sock poi, tail poi, weighted poi, LED poi or fire poi? What each type is good for, what to look for in length and handles, and what to skip at the start.
Learning poi in Egypt: lessons, jams and what to look for
How to learn poi in Egypt: private lessons, workshops, community jams and online classes, and what to ask a teacher before you book.