Mixed Aerial for Beginners 12 Week Course

This is a 12 week course in Mixed Aerial silks for Beginners

September 6th - December 9th, 2024
1 week break for October mid-term Oct 28th - Nov 3rd)

Our popular mixed aerial apparatus course is suitable beginners looking to start their aerial journey and those progressing from previous beginner terms. You will be introduced to the fundamentals of aerial silks, aerial trapeze and aerial hoop allowing you to explore each discipline in a fun and safe way before you might choose to focus on an individual discipline.

This course is suitable for new students interested in having a well-rounded introduction to multiple aerial apparatuses to build their strength and aerial basic skills.

All students will be able to explore their training at their own level with modifications offered for different abilities. The term will also focus on conditioning and strength building exercises on the floor and on the equipment to mobilise the body and prepare it for aerial training.

This course is suitable to all levels, no experience necessary.

What to expect in your Mixed Aerial Class:
Warm-up and Conditioning
General Warm-up: Full-body warm-up to prepare muscles and joints for aerial activities.
Conditioning Exercises: Basic strength and flexibility exercises tailored to each apparatus, focusing on core, upper body, and grip strength.
Introduction to Aerial Apparatuses

Aerial Hammock: Basics of mounting and dismounting, simple poses (e.g., cocoon, basic inversions), and gentle swings.
Aerial Hoop (Lyra): Basic moves such as sitting in the hoop, simple spins, and single-leg hangs.
Static Trapeze: Introduction to mounts, basic positions (e.g., sitting, knee hang), and fundamental swings.
Aerial Silks: Basic climbs, foot locks, simple sequences and basic wraps
Foundational Techniques and Moves

Aerial Hammock/Cocoon: Exploration of introductory wraps, foot locks, and gentle inversions.
Aerial Hoop: Development of beginner poses, transitions between basic positions, and introductory sequences.
Static Trapeze: Basic holds, transitions between positions, and introductory swings and balances.
Aerial Silks: Introduction to basic climbs, foot locks, and simple wraps, with an emphasis on safety.
Safety and Spotting

Safety Protocols: Detailed instruction on safety practices for each apparatus, including proper use of mats and spotting techniques.
Partner Spotting: Learning how to effectively spot partners to ensure safety during practice.
Beginner Sequences

Simple Routines: Creation of short sequences combining basic moves from each apparatus to build confidence and fluidity.
Cross-apparatus Techniques: Exploration of how techniques learned on one apparatus can be adapted and applied to others.
Building Confidence and Flow

Integration of Skills: Encouragement of students to combine skills learned on different apparatuses into cohesive sequences.
Cool down

Essential for muscle recovery, reducing soreness, promoting circulation, ensuring mental relaxation, preventing injury, and providing psychological benefits. By integrating a comprehensive cool-down routine into every aerial session, participants can enhance their overall training experience and maintain long-term physical and mental health.

Are there any pre-requirements to attend?
Beginner friendly

What Should You Bring?
Long tight clothing, no jewellery, no zippers, no long nails

Location: Circus Factory
Day: Mondays
Time: 6.30PM - 7:45PM
Suitable for ages: 18+

12 Week Course: €210*
10% Students and Unwaged Discount Code at check out: CFCONC10%
10% Discount for Practitioner Members
20% Discount for Professional Members

*Payment Plans
We are introducing a payment plan for the course. You will pay 1/3 of the cost up front and the remainder over the next two months of the course. To use the training pass on the course, in the checkout, you will select your training pass instead of entering your card details.
Note: You must purchase the training pass through your GoTeam Up account. If you don't have a Go Team Up account, you will need to create one.

Purchase a 12 week Adult Aerial Class Pass

Drop in Session price: €20
No discounts available for drop in sessions
Drop in Session registrations available only when course is not fully booked.

Please read the following document before signing up: