Aerial Silks Classes
Aerial silks is an iconic apparatus in the circus community. Using two long pieces of fabric suspended from the ceiling that are not connected at the bottom point. Our students learn to climb, wrap, pose, and create dynamic sequences high in the air.
Our silks classes are designed to support students at every stage of their aerial journey. Whether you’re building foundational skills or refining more advanced techniques, our instructors guide you through safe, progressive training that helps you develop confidence, strength, and fluid movement in the air.
Silks Foundations
Our ongoing aerial silks class in Charlotte is tailored to introduce beginners to this captivating art form. However, experienced aerialists are also encouraged to join us for skill refinement! Join us for 75 minutes of dedicated learning, perfecting fundamental concepts, and advancing your aerial silks skills.
Prerequisites: the desire to grow oneself, learn a new skill, and get stronger in the process. Also, must want to have fun!
Silks Layering
By invitation from our silks aerial instructors, this class will dive deeper into the wraps learned in the foundations class, focusing on breaking down and experimenting with aerial silks skills. We will embark on a journey into theory by constructing sequences and dedicating time to safely explore familiar shapes in search of new and unique pathways.
This class runs in a series of 4-week increments, with attendance recommended once a week for optimal progress.
Prerequisites: Must have instructor invitation to join. It is suggested to be able to climb, hip key in the air, capability to invert in the air is recommended, and students should have a strong understanding of the following base wraps: thigh hitch, catcher’s lock (open wrap), opposite side wrap (closed wrap), crochet twist or double twist (cross back straddle is a prerequisite to this), Rebekah wrap, and ankle wraps. If you have questions about your eligibility, please email hello@bloommovementartistry.
