Today's Thing: Hoop Dancing | CBC Kids

Overview

In Studio K for CBC Kids’ “Today’s Thing,” the host hangs out with their friend Emilee Ann to try out hoop dancing. Right away, the video leans into playful character: Emilee Ann jokes that they’re a “strawberry dancer” because there are strawberries everywhere.

The host asks Emilee Ann to teach beginner moves, and Emilee Ann demonstrates a few easy steps. The host tries them and gets an enthusiastic reaction—there’s a funny, quick moment of uncertainty (“Is this right? Am I doing it…”) followed by cheering as they do it correctly. Emilee Ann then shows another move, including a figure-eight style pattern.

Finally, Emilee Ann performs a full hoop dance routine with music and includes a Native song, and the host is visibly impressed, ending with a big compliment: “That was amazing!” The segment wraps by confirming the activity as “Today’s Thing.”

Highlights / Jokes / Reactions

• The silly “strawberry dancer” explanation for the strawberries everywhere
• The host’s comedic self-check while learning (“Am I doing it?”)
• Emilee Ann’s impressive hoop routine featuring drum beats and a Native song

Personalities

• Emilee Ann
• The unnamed host (Studio K / “Today’s Thing” presenter)