Aerial Silks

This series includes a total of 7 classes and 5 subjects - be sure to read about them all in the full description. You do not have to sign up for entire series. Feel free to take all of them or choose the subjects you prefer.

Aerial Silks Level 1 is designed for individuals that either have no prior experience with the fabrics, or for those still of becoming comfortable with them. We will be working on the building blocks of silks, including foot locks, hip keys and wrapping, while building up your basic core strength and spacial awareness. 60 minutes.


* If you are looking for a sampling of aerial that includes silks and metal apparatuses such as the hoop or trapeze, be sure to check out our Introduction to Aerial Workshop. During the summer of 2020 will also offer a Fabric Foundations Class which will focus on fundamentals of working with fabrics. Fabric Foundations is recommended to everyone who wants to pursue aerial silks.

In Aerial Silks Level 2 our focus will be working on learning hip keys while suspended in the air, knee hooks, double foot locks, and single/double crochet legs. You will also learn the basics of aerial drops. 60 Minutes.

At level 3, you will begin to work on ankle hangs, stamina, more complex wraps and multiple versions of earlier moves.

At Level 4 you will be introduced to slack drops, star drops, pencil drops, and other intricate wrappings. Read full description for more details.

At this level you will be working with both locked and unlocked drops. You will also be encouraged to exercise creativity by putting together artistic transitions of moves and poses to form sequences. You will work with the fabrics to create shapes and dynamic visions. This is also where you will have free reign to invent moves. You will need instructor approval to join this level. 60 minutes.

Code Lisse is also referred to as rope. Level 3 and up silks students may join this class. 60 Minutes.