{"id":885,"date":"2017-01-29T20:18:45","date_gmt":"2017-01-29T20:18:45","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/ottawacircusschool.com\/?page_id=885"},"modified":"2026-10-21T12:11:49","modified_gmt":"2026-10-21T17:11:49","slug":"adults-aerial-arts","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/ottawacircusschool.com\/en\/adults-aerial-arts\/","title":{"rendered":"Adults – Weekly Classes"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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For adults, we offer weekly classes in Aerial Silks (Fabric), Aerial Rope (Corde Lisse), Hammock Silks (Loop Fabric), Dance Trapeze (on a swivel point), Lyra (Aerial Hoop), Hula Hoop dance, Aerial Straps and Acro\/Partner lifts.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The classes are ongoing, and you can join at any time for the rest of the 3-month session at a pro-rated cost or by reserving a drop-in spot in advance. If you are new to aerial arts, we recommend the Intro-to-Aerials 4-week session as a first experience. All the classes are structured to allow each participant to progress at their own pace. Whether for an introduction or for pushing the technique in a particular discipline, our highly experienced and skilled coaches are here to share their passion and expertise!<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Hula Hoop Dance classes<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Each week, we play with different sequences of moves to create little routines of hoop dance, integrating a variety of tricks with the hoop on and off the body. This class will offer beginner and intermediate variations for each technique. Hoops are available for class use at no cost and available for sale.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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Acro\/Partner-lifts classes and jams are back!
<\/u><\/strong>Beginners come learn original poses and basic tricks with Charles and Joelle on Fridays 8-9pm for guaranteed smiles and laughter. For those with experience, come refine your skills with spotters, crashmats, lines and exchange ideas for flows, whips, icarian, standing and group fun on Friday 7-9:30 as well as during our open gyms Mondays and Thursdays 8-9:30! Available as a drop-in or with multi-pass. Make certain to register online in advance, there will be no registration onsite on Fridays or after the start time.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Intro to aerial classes: 4-week session
<\/u><\/strong>New to the exciting world of aerial arts? Begin your journey with our Intro to Aerial class. During this program, you’ll get the chance to explore the wonderful world of three apparatuses: silks, trapeze, and lyra, while mastering some fundamental moves. This class runs every month or 2.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>

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New to aerial arts or in your first year or 2 of practice?<\/span><\/strong>
<\/u><\/strong>You are welcome to join the Intro-to-Aerial 4-week session that is especially designed for newbies, or join a level 1 class or an all-level class that runs as a 3-4 month session. If you are brand new and looking to join in the middle of a 3-month session, it’s recommended to do the intro class first. These classes offer you the opportunity to make aerial practice a regular part of your weekly routine. You can either enroll for a 3-4 month session (or the rest of an ongoing session at the prorated price), or if there is still space in a class, you can reserve a single class.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Aerial arts classes Level 2 , 3 and 4 classes: ongoing year-round
<\/u><\/strong>For those with more experience, our Level 2 or 3 classes are tailored to your skill level. These classes offer a faster-paced and challenging environment, pushing you to refine your technique and artistic expression. We look forward to exploring the next level of your aerial journey together.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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Prerequisites for Silks Level 2 aerial classes<\/u>: do the following skills with good form<\/u>: Must be able to climb and invert in the air. Also perform 1 slow chin-up from the ground on the silks, climb,\u00a0 make a foot lock, make a knot (chin height) in the silks, pull-over mount to the front of hips on a high knot, demonstrate the basic moves on a knot and the basic drops on the knots.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Prerequisites for Silks Level 3: do the following skills with good form<\/u>: Level 3 is by invitation; must be able to perform 3 slow chin-ups in the air, 3 types of climbs, Dancer footlocks in the air, Fan-kick into hip key in the air, make double foot locks in the air smoothly, perform basic shapes with footlock (flamenco, splits, etc.), perform basic drops off the knots (crochet to front salto, etc.).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Prerequisites for trapeze\u00a0Level 2:<\/u>\u00a0do the following skills with good form:\u00a01 slow pull-up on the bar, straddle-ups from the ground (frog legs and straddle legs), inverted tuck from the ground, 15 sec dead hang, can perform basic tricks and can perform 3 of these tricks consecutively<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Prerequisites for Lyra Level 2:\u00a0do the following skills with good form<\/u>: Safely mount with single and double knee hook\u00a0mounts and dismount safely, 1 slow pull-up\u00a0from sitting on the bar,\u00a05-10 sec lock-off chest hold, 30 sec dead hang (straight arm hang),\u00a0Invert into shapes from the ground and hold for 3 sec,\u00a0Front hip balance or hip hang,\u00a0Holding a knee hang without hands,\u00a0Perform basic moves and a sequence of 3-4 tricks consecutively.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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For aerial classes for children and teens, click here.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Teens are also welcome to the adult classes upon invitation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Click on the Register tab above to see the price and number of spots left for each class.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

More questions? See our FAQ<\/a> page.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dress code for ground level skills:<\/strong> Athletic clothing, fitted and stretchy, is best.
Dress code for aerials:<\/strong>
-NO ZIPPERS or any metal or hard plastic on clothing that could snag the fabric or tear the tape on the apparatus. Participants will not be permitted on the circus school apparatus if wearing zippers.
-NO JEWELRY or watches that could snag are not permitted.
-FINGER AND TOE NAILS SHORT AND NEATLY TRIMMED; no nail extensions, as these could cause safety issues with grip as well as damage the fabric, as could long or broken nails.
-ATHLETIC CLOTHING THAT COVERS THE LEGS, MID-SECTION AND SHOULDERS IS RECOMMENDED FOR THE STUDENTS’ COMFORT. Though you are welcome to dress how you like (except for no zippers nor jewelry). The reason for coverage is to avoid burns on the skin. Fitted stretchy long leggings or track pants and a T-shirt or long sleeve that can be tucked in so it won’t ride up when upside down are ideal and will help to protect the skin from rubbing on the apparatus. (we sell leggings and t-shirts in our shop if you need). Bodysuits and Unitards are also a great option for aerials.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We will work mainly barefoot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bring:<\/strong> A water bottle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Register now for weekly classes!<\/strong>
Join us for 1 or more weekly classes.
See weekly schedule posted here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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