9 Social Poi

In social we were making a document about Poi and as much information you can find about them.

Here is my work on Poi:   

 The Traditional Poi used in maori action songs and dance originates from the archaic “Poi Toa”(Light ball made of raupo- swamp plant- attached to a flex rope, which can be either long or short)  Poi was originally made as a weapon to hook around the legs of enemies when they are running or doing something else.  

These were used by pre- European Maori men and women In games and Physical exercise to sharpen their skills and to improve their coordination.

Poi does come in two forms, short with a string with equal to the length of the fingertips to the wrist and long with strips equal to the distance from fingertips

To shoulder.

For Beginners       

Beginners often learn using a simple pair of practice Poi, which are typically constructed from soft household object (or from the toyworld of the two dollar shop)

Such as bean bags, Juggling balls, balloon filled with legumes, or small toys. Simple Poi can also be made by tennis balls and a length of rope. And have fun.