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Mason Hoop Dancers
Kimberly, Charisma, and Nakiyah Mason, proud Cree/Métis sisters, have grown up embracing the rich tradition of hoop dance, using their passion to celebrate their Indigenous heritage and inspire community spirit. Since beginning their journey at ages six, seven, and two, the sisters have evolved into accomplished performers, now aged seventeen, fifteen, and eight, respectively.
Born in Winnipeg, Manitoba, and currently residing in southeastern Manitoba, they have been honoured with invitations to perform in numerous communities across the prairies, different parts of Canada. They also have done many school workshops, interactive performances and cultural teachings.
Their impressive resume includes competing at the advanced level for the 2024 and 2025 World Championship Hoop Dance Contest in Phoenix, Arizona, as well as performances in Santa Fe, and the Taos Pueblos of New Mexico.
Embracing opportunities to address pressing issues faced by Indigenous peoples, the sisters use their storytelling dance to inspire entire communities, fostering reconciliation and shining a positive light on Indigenous youth.
Through their regalia, sewn by their mother Ginger Johnson, creating their own beadwork and hoop-making, the sisters ensure the traditional art of hoop dancing remains vibrant; passing it down to the generations. As proud band members of Fisher River Cree Nation, with close family ties to Gods Lake Narrows First Nation, the French and Norwegian communities of Manitoba.
Kimberly, Charisma, and Nakiyah embody the empowering spirit of Indigenous resilience and cultural pride.
