The year in review. And the part in which I thank you.
Hooprama has grown substantially over the past year. And that has included some pretty heavy growing pains, some of which have been public and of course, some continue to remain private.
What I have learned is tri-fold…
The importance of the instructor. Today, our instructors are chosen out of spirit. I feel 100% confident that every teacher you will currently encounter at our studio is there because they are so incredibly impassioned to share something that has personally changed their own lives. I am extremely thankful for all of my instructors and know full well, that my little studio would not be what it is today without each and every one of them. They all have other jobs that support them on a daily basis, so each one chooses to be at Hooprama... and that is really special.
The importance of the student. Over the years I have been greatly affected by my students in more ways than they could ever imagine. It has been such a pleasure to turn around and realize that my community is made up of all of these incredible women. What makes them so incredible? Not just their own personal make up… but the spirit that they bring to class. I have thoroughly enjoyed watching the smiles, the laughs and the new friendships develop. And to witness the student who was so unsure of herself in class grow into an amazing hooper with new found confidence is absolutely priceless. My students are the very reason I continue to teach. My love for Level One is a deep one... and my thrill for Level 5 is just as high. I am incredibly thankful that my students have provided me the opportunity to teach so many classes over the past year.
The importance of the small business. The biggest wake up call is the “end of the year” review for a small business. Would you believe that when all is said and done I actually netted less than I made when I was 19 years old working in a French bakery? Yes that is very personal but, that is the reality of a “small business” in the early years. Experiencing a small business ‘behind the scenes’ makes it painfully clear how our personal choices can greatly impact our own local community. It has made me work that much harder to think about where I spend my own money and to promote and support those around me as much as I possibly can. With that said, everyone at Hooprama knows how important your time and money is and we know that you have many choices out there as to where you can spend that time and money. I am incredibly thankful that you have chosen to be a part of our growth this past year because your choice has made a difference in the lives of so many others!
Warmest wishes to all of you this holiday season and Cheers to our instructors, our students and to all of our valuable choices!
Comments
I think you are an incredible woman yourself. I admire you for making your own path and not taking any road less traveled someone else made. I am proud to be one of your "level ones" that has born new relationships friendships and opportunity through hooprama. Look at me now! I have established myself as a performer in this town in my own right. I got that oppurtunity through you. Thank you Sunny.
Posted by: Rebecca Seaver | December 8, 2009 03:21 PM