How to choose the right size of your hoop

A hoop that is too small cramps every pose above the bar; one that is too big is hard to control. Two measurements settle it.

Measure

Stand barefoot against a wall and measure from the floor to the top of your hip bone. That number in centimetres, minus five, is your starting inner diameter. Someone 165 cm tall usually lands at 85 to 90 cm.

The sizing table

Height	Inner diameter
Under 155 cm	80 cm
155 – 165 cm	85 cm
165 – 175 cm	90 cm
175 – 185 cm	95 cm
Over 185 cm	100 cm

When to go bigger

If you mostly train doubles, or you prefer long lines and splits inside the hoop, add five centimetres. Studios buying for mixed classes do well with 90 and 95.

Tube and tabs

25 mm tube is the standard; 32 mm is kinder on the hands for beginners. One tab for spinning, two tabs for stability in teaching. Powder coating is worth the small extra cost.