Circus Arts Byron Bay
Promoting fun and fitness through flying trapeze and circus classes since 1999.
Flying Trapeze
Flying Trapeze classes are unique, being a team sport, fitness and art form all in one. Moreover, it can be done by complete beginners, no experience necessary and is also practised by elite athletes and performers worldwide.
Back in the day, Flying Trapeze classes were only available to people who were involved in the circus scene. However, these days anyone can give it a go – from children to adults. It has become increasingly popular amongst those who want to maintain an active lifestyle, but love the feeling of an adrenaline rush in a safe setting. Quite often those who try a class as one-off experience sign up for weekly classes. Additionally, it can become their new hobby or fitness regime, which brings a great number of benefits, like an increased level of fitness, self-esteem and new friendships.
It’s amazing just how much can be achieved in flying trapeze classes. Beyond mastering a new trick, which is already an achievement in itself, the benefits spread into other areas of life, such as work and personal life. For example, here’s an article by Mandy Plumb, one of our frequent flyers, about the connection between flying trapeze and improv theatre – 3 Ways Trapeze Helped Me Be A Better Improviser
We take pride in working with some of the best flying trapeze coaches. Our National Head Coach, Scot “Ted” Tornaros, has over 25 years of experience and has coached and performed in 12 different countries around the world.
Our coaches are great at putting you at ease and have experience working with all ages – from children to adults – and all levels of experience. Even if you have never tried flying trapeze before, they will make sure you have a great time when flying with us.
“As a coach, I love that people of all ages, experience, abilities and backgrounds can achieve something up there. I’m in a unique position to be able to work with them to reach their goals, build a trick or help them achieve something they initially thought was out of reach. Also, you can’t underestimate the amazing bonds and connections that are created with people from all walks of life through the Flying Trapeze.”
– Scot “Ted” Tornaros, National Head Coach for Circus Arts Australia and circus performer.
Cost
Casual class $68
10 week term $290
10 pack: $380 (to be used by one customer, 6 months expiry) – Buy online
TERM DATES 2024
February 5 – April 12
April 29 – July 6
July 22 – September 27
October 14 – December 20
Book Flying Trapeze
FLYING TRAPEZE (ALL LEVELS)
Saturday 9am & 12:30pm
ADVANCED FLYING TRAPEZE
Saturday 11am
DURING SCHOOL HOLIDAYS (ALL LEVELS)
Int/Advanced DURING SCHOOL HOLIDAYS
Class packs
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A quick warm up and safety briefing on the ground followed by learning the key positions for your trick on the static trapeze bar. Up the ladder 10m for a few practice turns on the actual flying trapeze. Feeling good? You have 2 attempts to “throw” your trick to the catcher! If that’s not for you, then 2 more practices. Learn more difficult tricks and how to generate your own swing height with each additional class.
Participants need to be able to hold their body weight on the bar.
Flying trapeze weight restrictions – up to 100 kg.
Progression
All students wanting to fly out of lines must have sign off from one of the head coaches. If you are not a regular flyer at Circus Arts please email or call ahead to see which classes are best for you.
What to bring
- Comfortable, close fitting clothing, with pants or leggings that cover the knees – important for your first class, if you’ve been flying for a while you know what you need to wear.
- 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.
- READ FULL TERMS & CONDITIONS
ACTIVE & CREATIVE KIDS VOUCHERS
Circus Arts is a registered provider for Active & Creative Kids rebate programs.
Active and Creative Kids Vouchers can be used towards term classes. Creative Kids Vouchers can be used towards full day school holiday programs.
Please note: Creative kids vouchers are not valid with any Gymnastics or Trampoline classes.
Click here to add an applicable Service NSW Kids Voucher to your booking
You can also call us to redeem the voucher over the phone.