Fire Poi and Contact Staff Performances
I combine live loopstation soundscapes with raw fire art. Whether it is high-energy festival sets or intimate beach burns, I bring the heat safely.
A quick fire poi session by the pool. The reflections on the water add another layer to the performance. I'm always looking for interesting locations to spin and see how the environment interacts with the flames.
This video shows some of my progress with the fire contact staff. It's a challenging prop that requires a lot of precision and body awareness, especially when both ends are lit.
There's nothing quite like spinning fire by the ocean. This was a simple burn on the beach, just me, the sound of the waves, and the rhythm of the flames. A perfect way to connect with the elements.
Here's another look at a fire contact staff flow. I'm working on integrating more dance and footwork into my routines to make the performance more dynamic and engaging.
Back to the fundamentals with some basic fire poi patterns. Mastering the basics is key to building more complex and impressive sequences. This was a chill practice session focusing on clean execution.
This was a jam session at a creative ranch, working on my contact staff flow. Practice spaces like this are great for trying out new moves and pushing my limits in a safe environment.
A candid moment captured between sets at a forest festival. Even when I'm not officially performing, I can't resist grabbing my poi for a quick spin when the music is right.
A moment of calm before a fire slacklining performance. Balancing on the line is hard enough, but adding a fire staff brings a whole new level of focus and intensity.
This is a long exposure shot of me spinning fire poi. It captures the light trails and creates a beautiful, static image of the patterns I weave in the air, in this case, a triquetra.
This clip is from a poi workshop I was a part of. It's always great to share the art form with new people and see them light up, both literally and figuratively, as they start their flow journey.
About Fire Flow: Poi & Staff Performances
Fire isn't just about the spinning, it is about the safety and the setup. For these outdoor sets, I always bring a dedicated safety spotter and handle the fuel logistics myself. You just need to provide an open space with about a 3-meter radius for clearance, and I will handle the rest, from the kerosene to the actual burn.
Let's talk about the flow. My fire sets are built on years of practice, moving from basic poi spins to complex, full-body contact staff rolls. When I am spinning, it is not just visual chaos. I am matching the rhythm of my live beatbox and guitar loops to the movement of the flame. It creates a primal, hypnotic effect that works for festivals, underground gigs, or late-night house parties.
Why Book a Fire Performance
- Live Integration: I don't just spin to tracks. I build the sound live using my loopstation, so the tempo of the music matches the intensity of the fire.
- Safety First: Fire is serious. I bring my own gear, fuel, and a trained safety spotter to every gig. My primary requirement is simply an open, outdoor area with at least a 3-meter clearance radius.
- Versatility: Whether you want a high-energy, fast-paced set for a rave or a more ambient, mesmerizing flow for a private event, I adapt my style to the crowd.
If you have an event coming up in Bangalore or across India, let's chat. I am always down to bring some fire to the scene.
Aniketh Ak
I am Aniketh. By day, I am deep into code, but when the sun goes down, I am chasing that flow state with fire. I have been spinning everything from poi to contact staff at festivals for years, and I live for that connection between the music, the fire, and the crowd.
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