Circus Arts Byron Bay

Promoting fun and fitness through flying trapeze and circus classes since 1999.

Adult Aerials & Silks

Adult class to dance, spin, climb and flip in the air on silks, static trapeze and lyra.

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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 hours

When

Silks Only
Saturdays — 9am

Aerials – Intro & Beginners
Tuesdays & Thursdays — 6pm

Aerials – Intermediate & Advanced
Tuesdays & Thursdays — 6pm

Cost

Casual class — $28
5 pack — $120
6 week course — $130 – Includes self-training for the duration of the course – BEST VALUE!

Upcoming Adults 6 Week Courses

10 December - 19 December 2024

7 January - 30 January 2025

4 February - 13 March 2025

Book Adult Aerials & Silks

Silks Only

Saturdays — 9am

Aerials - Intro & Beginners

Tuesdays & Thursdays — 6pm

Aerials - Intermediate & Advanced

Tuesdays & Thursdays — 6pm

Class packs

5 pack — $120 (to be used by one customer, 6 months expiry)

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.

Public Holidays

Term bookings: If your class falls on a Public Holiday during the term, a class credit will be applied to your account to use on any casual drop-in class.

Troupe Bookings: Please check your schedule for alloctaed make-up sessions from Public Holiday closures.

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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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The Circus Arts Team were incredible on the day with their support, patience and encouragement. Embrace the challenge and enjoy the fun experience. We will be back!

Tony Beuk

Something we always wanted to do and loved every minute of it. Highly recommended. The instructors guide you the whole way.

Allan O’Connell

Awesome. The staff and instructers are so friendly and patient, the flying trapeze is one of the jewels of this place, alongside the rock climbing, parkour/trampolining, and silks area. There is even a little cafe to relax and a fantastic circus theme park inside the building for your little ones to play!

Chris Legend

Came here from London and Circus Arts have been so welcoming! Their classes are amazing for all ages and we are having the best time here!

Ellie Cooper

Great place for kids and adults alike. The only indoor playground in Byron shire! With great coffee, food and usually a show to watch.

Mick Turner