Join us for an intimate, in-person SpinPoi Certification Retreat and learn how to work with poi as a therapeutic tool in your community. Through three days of hands-on training and practice, you’ll walk away with the practical skills and confidence to facilitate poi sessions for all ages and abilities, a powerful toolkit of resources, research, and support, and an internationally recognized certification that sets you apart.
Dates
April 2027. Exact dates TBD.
Venue and Accommodation
The Old Barn at Brown County sits in the rolling hills outside Nashville, Indiana — a barn restored with strong beams and open space, where rustic charm meets a slower pace. We’ll have exclusive use of the property for the full course, including lodging in the woodland cabins with hot tubs and fire pits.
This Retreat Is For You If You Are…
✔︎ Looking for a powerful addition to your current work, or for a new career path, that brings joy and healing to others
✔︎ Seeking a structured, credible, evidence-based movement tool that actually works
✔︎ Craving a movement practice that feels good to do and good to teach
✔︎ Ready to create real change in your community, school, clinic, or workplace, one orbit at a time
Clinicians, educators, flow artists, retirees, and community facilitators welcome. No prior poi experience necessary.
What People Are Saying
“I ran my first SpinPoi class at a local age care facility. The residents were so engaged and loved having a new fun experience. One of the residents attending who is 101 said it was the best exercise class he’s ever done and felt good for his brain. They are 100% on board now with SpinPoi.” – Diane
“This has has been the most rewarding course I have done. I wish I knew about poi years ago. Since I started training it I’ve felt the difference – better coordination, a steadier mood, more energy through the day. I look forward to bringing this into my work with kids with Autism and ADHD.” – Dana
“The course content is brilliant, just the right mix of cultural info, the science, and practical examples and advice, and Kate is a fantastic teacher. I often come out of courses feeling like “okay great, but for some reason I don’t feel ready to actually DO this”, but I’ve come out of this one super excited to get started!” – Claire
“I just began my SpinPoi classes at the local Senior Center, and driving home I cried tears of gratitude, realizing how much the people are benefiting from this experience. And I had a blast too! As a stroke survivor, I feel so lucky to have found SpinPoi and to be able to share it with my community.” – Rain
“This training exceeded my expectations, providing so many resources for bringing poi into a therapeutic setting, plus ongoing connections with the growing international cohort of SpinPoi instructors. I’m excited to bring this into my corner of the world – thank you for your vision in making it possible.” – Anonymous
“SpinPoi inspired me to incorporate poi into my dance classes for the 50yrs+, and made the process of adding poi to an existing group fitness class very straight forward. The humour, creativity and sheer joy from participants has been fantastic.” – Hilary
Schedule
Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are included each day.
Day One
Opening yoga
Introductions and intention-setting
History, research, and clinical applications of poi as a therapeutic tool
Movement theory training
Building your routine to music
Small group workshopping
Closing poi meditation
Day Two
Opening yoga
Practical exam
Biopsychosocial mechanisms
Pedagogy and facilitation
Building your lesson plans
Small group workshopping
Closing poi meditation
Day Three
Opening yoga
Routine filming
Teaching assessment
Continuing support
Certificate Ceremony
Farewell dinner and celebration