I have a training (soft foam) set of these and even with those after about 10 mins start you to really "feel the burn" as it were.

I think it originated in New Zealand but I'm not entirely sure.

The exercise itself is more geared towards natural toning on the body and a slightly more physical workout on the arms but nothing too heavy on the muscle building side so it is ok for women to do if they are not looking to have bulging muscles. The more you practice the longer you are able to go for and there are some really fun and complex manoeuvres you can learn through some websites and DVD's but picking up the basics can be done in a matter of minutes

After seeing this video I think I am going to have to get myself a pair of LED Poi now as I always wanted to attempt the Fire Poi but... that is a big step when you are used to soft foam.
The Fire Poi are on chains ended with a steel rod which is wrapped in Kevlar, which is then dipped in liquid paraffin left to soak and lit.

http://clipmarks.com/clipmark/A36FCCC8-B2B0-43A4-BEAC-002E84F9C1EE/

FIRE POI for your amusement.

Looks beautiful and fun...and a lot less hazardous than nonechucks.

Click the link above for the real deal with poi, something I aspire to learn. though fire poi are more about controlling your fear of fire than anything else.

What is it with the spam artists tonight? Thats like 11 of my clips!! in one night!!

Don't spam my clips again scofider or you will find yourself blocked from commenting on my clips in future.

@ scofider

I looked into your other comments, it would appear I'm not the only clipper you have spammed tonight.

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Wow, I never heard of this before. It's beautiful with the LED lights.