Aerial hoop 105 cm

Item sold individually without fixings . Remember to order them separately! In the photos titled "Assembly Example", the fixings are not included with the hoop; you can find them on our website in the Aerial Equipment category.

Aerial hoop:

The simplicity of setting up aerial hoops makes them a popular circus apparatus. The model shown here is versatile thanks to the different types of attachments possible. It can be set up attached to the end of a rope, but can also be used with a swivel to allow 360° rotation, or even used in a swinging position with an attachment on each side.

What diameter aerial hoop should I choose?

The diameter of your aerial hoop is chosen according to your height. When you're sitting on the hoop, there should be 10cm of clearance above your head. You can take this measurement while sitting on a chair (e.g., if the height between the chair and your head is 70cm, then you'll need an aerial hoop with an inner diameter of 80cm). If you're buying for a circus school where several people will be using the same hoop, this clearance can vary slightly and be up to 15cm.

With this method, you'll be sure not to hit your head on the top of the hoop when you're seated. If you're teaching students of varying heights, remember to check that they can't bump their heads before you begin :-).

On our website, for all aerial hoops, we will always refer to the outside diameter.

NetJuggler's review of the aerial hoop:

Made in Italy by Play , we decided to offer you this model because on the market it is the model that offers the most complete certificates for any use in a professional environment.

Adhesive tape coating:

The hoop comes ready to be covered with fabric grip tape. We recommend Prodigy Snake Tape . This grip tape is unique in that it doesn't leave any glue residue on your hands or body, even after intensive use of the hoop.

Guide to hitting an aerial hoop

Attachment system:

One ring is sold individually. You will need to purchase the aerial hoop attachments separately. Use one attachment for static use and/or two attachments for swinging. The frame has three holes (visible in the photos); depending on your setup, the spacing will be either 50cm or 55cm. We have included some example photos of the attachments.

If you use a single hook, it is possible that the hoop may rotate slightly on itself (even if you do not use a pivot), to prevent this, fix it at two points.

Certificate for aerial hoops:

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What are the conditions for installing an aerial hoop?

We need height:

To install a hoop, you'll need a minimum ceiling height of 4 meters. The hoop itself won't necessarily be 4 meters high, but you'll need sufficient clearance both above and below it. Any installation with less than 4 meters of clearance will lead to frustration and severely limit the use of the equipment. Imagine yourself hanging from the hoop; you need significant space below it. Now imagine yourself standing on the bottom of the hoop; you also need space above you. Adding a swinging motion to the hoop requires even more space. Without the necessary clearance, you'll end up with a hoop that functions much like a seesaw.

Dynamic vs. static:

Remember that a moving body can weigh up to three times the mass of a stationary body. When you're on an aerial hoop, you're a moving body. A harness that only supports your mass when you're at rest (static) won't be sufficient.

Home installation for individuals:

Your life, or your child's life, will depend on a hoop. Don't neglect its installation.

Securing an aerial hoop is not something to be improvised. Consult a rigging specialist, an architect, or even a mason. In our discussions with some novice clients, they suggest using punching bag mounting plates. These plates are designed to hold 30 to 50 kg to the ceiling. The mass of a person in motion (dynamic) can be up to three times their mass in a static position. Never use this type of plate; an accident is guaranteed. Every building has a unique structure with its own specific strengths and materials. One of the best solutions, requiring the least technical expertise, is to use a ring sewn around a substantial beam. Again, consult a specialist.

Fixation in a professional setting:

Do not install anchor points without having a study and installation carried out by professionals.