Circus Arts Byron Bay
Promoting fun and fitness through flying trapeze and circus classes since 1999.
Adult Aerials & Silks
In Aerials and silks classes for adults you will learn to dance, spin, climb and flip in the air on silks (aerial ribbon), static trapeze and lyra (aerial hoop).
You will rapidly build core and upper body strength and may even fall completely in love with the circus!
Silks Only
Due to popular demand, we are offering an exciting class focusing only on silks. This class is suitable for beginners-advanced.
Aerials – Intro & Beginners
- Intro – Designed for the complete novice and those still learning the absolute basics of aerials. No experience necessary, students are encouraged to complete at least 2 rounds of 6 weeks courses in Intro before moving up to Beginners unless assessed by a coach.
- Beginners – Ideal for those starting out on aerials but no longer at introduction level, as well as those with some past experience but need to regain strength and technique required for more difficult tricks.
Aerials – Intermediate & Advanced
- Intermediate – For those who have been training aerials for a while, confident in all the basic skills, able to safely climb and invert unassisted. If you are unsure of your level we recommend being assessed by one of our coaches in the beginner class first. Also available for those students signed up for the Solo Aerialist Specialist program.
- Advanced – Long-time aerial students working on high-level tricks and routines. Ideal for students signed up to the Solo Aerialist Specialist program.
Available as casual classes and 6-week courses that run throughout the year.
Duration
1.5 hoursWhen
Silks Only – Book online
Saturday 9am
Aerials – Intro & Beginners – Book online
Tuesday & Thursday 6pm
Aerials – Intermediate & Advanced – Book online
Tuesday & Thursday 6pm
Cost
Casual class: $28
5 pack: $120 (to be used by one customer, 6 months expiry) – Buy online
6 week course (6 consecutive weekly classes): $130 – Includes self-training for the duration of the course – BEST VALUE!
6 week courses in 2024
8 January – 16 February
19 February – 28 March
1 April – 10 May
13 May – 21 June
24 June – 2 August
5 August – 13 September
16 September – 25 October
28 October – 13 December
Book Adult Aerials & Silks
Silks Only
Aerials - Intro & Beginners
Aerials - Intermediate & Advanced
Class packs
More Details
Each aerials and silks classes for adults involves an appropriate warm-up, conditioning, a focus on one or two different aerial apparatus per session, and a cool-down.
Progression
Pre-requisites: Beginner student needs to be able to climb 1/2 way on silks and invert from the ground on trapeze and silks unassisted.
Pre-requisites: Advanced students need at least 2+ years experience on aerials, be able to do multiple climbs to the top of the silks, confidently invert in the air and chin up pullover on trapeze and silks unassisted, executing high-level skills, drops and release tricks.
What to bring
Comfortable, close fitting clothing.
Shoes are required in the venue but will not be worn while participating in classes.
A water bottle – we have a filtered water fountain.
A hair tie – please tie back long hair and wear minimal jewellery (rings and bracelets will need to be removed for the duration of the class).
Best leave your valuables at home, their security cannot be guaranteed while classes are in progress.
Safety
We are big on safety. There’s a lot that goes on behind the scenes to make sure everyone – from our customers to our coaches – has a safe experience in every class no matter if we are at our indoor space in Byron or at a festival or short-stay.
All equipment undergos regular maintenance and rigging checks, and we use certified and rated equipment. Where aplicable, students where harnesses to assist learning safely.
Cancellations
Casual classes – a minimum 3-day notice is required to reschedule a class.
Term classes – no make-up classes are available. Term classes can not be rescheduled as they are offered at a highly reduced price. If you would like the flexibility of being able to reschedule a class, please purchase 5/10 class pack.
Play Space/Climbing Wall – a minimum 3-day notice is required to reschedule.
Terms & Conditions
- Full payment is required at the time of booking.
- All bookings are non‐refundable.
- Class packs are valid from 6 months from purchase date - for 1 person only.
- If you cancel within 72 hours of the scheduled time, fail to show up, or do not participate on the day, the booking will be forfeited.
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