Megan/Lyza Moon is a new instructor to UV! With a background in dance, she stopped to obtain a University Degree in Painting, but realized she missed the movement arts and decided to try out something new. She first entered the community through pole and gradually shifted her focus to aerial hoop and hula hoop. She's been training for 4 years and has been professionally performing go-go dance, lollipop lyra, and hula hoop for 3 years.
Megan Eliza / Stage Name: Lyza Moon
What do you teach and how long have you been teaching?
I started teaching in fall 2019 as a substitute and ran pole parties, but achieved my own class just before the pandemic happened! So I began instructing hula hoop through the online virtual classes, which are now being held in the studio! When the new space opens up, I'll be teaching beginner Lyra as well!
What got you into hula hoop?
I had a go-go dancing gig a few years back, and the event also hired a hula hooper. I was so mesmerized by the art, so I befriended her and took her classes. At the time I had seen a circus hooper, but had never seen a hoop dancer before. There's a much smaller community of hoop dancing in Canada in comparison to the United States, and I hope to help change that!
Why do you love it?
Firstly, it's very easy to bring a hula hoop with you anywhere you go! The styles are also very versatile, whether that be circus, showgirl, street, or primal. The most rewarding part for me is getting into that flow state of mind.
What do you love about teaching?
The part I love the most is when I see a student fall in love with the apparatus. My mission as a teacher is to spark passion, build confidence, and help grow the community. Come try hula hoop and see what happens.. ;)
What other apparatuses do you train on?
Mostly aerial hoop and lollipop lyra. I have a background in pole, and I enjoy cross-training on rope. I also spin fire!
What do you do professionally, other than teach?
A professional freelancer - I thrive off of doing a variety of things. I perform professionally and I'm a lash tech artist. I have been livestreaming since the shift of Covid-19, and I've started a small custom design business with my partner called Khemia Creations.
What would we find you doing when you are not teaching/training?
During the summer months you can find me at the beach or a cottage. I enjoy art exhibits and concerts, otherwise I love being at home with a sketchbook, reading book, or movie.
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