Maori People practicing traditional Poi.
Adapted versions of Poi include Fire, and more recentl, LED poi.
Fire Poi Flower
LED Poi Flower
Fabric (Sock) Poi
It is recommended to start with practice poi to learn the basics before moving on.
Sock poi are made with long fabric or socks containing a light-weight hacky sack.
LED Poi
LED poi are not only great for beginners, but also for the advanced poi spinner. Their color changing modes and ability to be performed indoors makes them popular amongst many poi spinners. They're lightweight and chrgeable
Fire Poi
you've got down the basics, and practiced with some LED poi, you're ready for Fire Poi. Becareful, each poi weighs about half a pound. While that doesn't sound like much, it'll sure hurt when you wack yourself.