KIDS CIRCUS/AERIAL ARTS

Kids will develop coordination, balance, strength and self confidence as they practice tumbling, juggling, balancing and acrobatics on the ground and in the air in a non-competitive environment.

KIDS AERIAL SILKS LEVEL 1

These classes are designed for students ages 9 and up who are new to aerial arts and acrobatics. Students will learn how to climb and go upside-down along with an emphasis on proper form and engagement of correct muscle groups.  Introductory movements in the knot, footlocks, hip keys, and beginning shapes will be explored.  

KIDS AERIAL SILKS LEVEL 2A

This class is for the advanced beginner .  Prerequisites include proficiency in basic and Russian climbs, hip keys, and footlocks. Students will explore more advanced shapes in footlocks, beginning drops, and work towards inverting in the air with proper technique.  Students will explore longer sequences with a strong focus on technique and conditioning. 

KIDS SILKS & ROPE LEVEL 2B

This class is for the intermediate aerialists. Students will learn more advanced climbs, wraps, drops, and longer sequencing  with a focus on quality of movement, stamina building, and proper technique.  Introduction to dynamic movement with a strong focus on core and shoulder stability and strength. Prerequisites: Inverting in the air consecutively with straight legs, hipkeys in the air with proper form.

CREATIVE COLLECTIVE

This ensemble is designed to give space to co-creation of floor and aerial sequences with the intention of developing a show.  Students will be expected to be self-motivated, enthusiastic, open-minded and willing to create with a variety of others with different skillsets and different ages from 9 up to adult. Students must have a solid foundation of aerial and ground acrobatics as this group is intended to be student-led.  We will additionally work on furthering circus arts skills. By invite only. 

INTERMEDIATE / ADVANCED OPEN TRAINING

Open Training is available for intermediate and advanced students to practice skills they've learned in class or work on creative projects. No skill-sharing is allowed. Ask your instructor to be cleared for  Open Training or email us to schedule an assessment.

SUMMER CAMPS & WORKSHOPS

We offer kids summer camps, as well as weekend immersion camps for students of all levels from absolute beginner to the advanced student. All camps focus on conditioning, handstands, acrobatics, and aerial in a safe and supportive environment. All week long camps culminate in a group performance.

The Factory hosts world renowned guest instructors in the disciplines of aerial, handbalancing and acrobatics. Workshops are a great opportunity to gain new skills and widen our circus community.

ADULT INTRO TO SILKS LEVEL 1

These classes are designed for students 16 years and older who are new to aerial arts and acrobatics. Students will learn how to climb and go upside-down along with an emphasis on proper form and engagement of correct muscle groups.  Introductory movements in the knot, footlocks, hipkeys and beginning shapes will be explored.  Strong focus on technique and conditioning.

ADULT SILKS LEVEL 2

This class is for the aerialist already familiar with the basic climb, going upside-down and material covers in the Level 1 Intro classes..  We will explore a variety of climbs, drops, and poses, wiith a focus on quality of movement and proper technique. Pre requisites: By instructor approval. Email allie@radicalmovementfactory.com to schedule an assessment.

ADULT SILKS LEVEL 3

This class is for the intermediate aerialists. Students will learn more advanced climbs, wraps, drops, and longer sequencing  with a focus on quality of movement, stamina building, and proper technique.  Introduction to dynamic movement with a strong focus on core and shoulder stability and strength. Prerequisites: Inverting in the air consecutively with straight legs, hipkeys in the air with proper form. By instructor approval. Email info@radicalmovementfactory.com to schedule an assessment.

SILKS & ROPE LEVEL 4

This class will contain more advanced climbs, wraps, drops, and sequencing for the intermediate/advanced aerialist, with a focus on quality of movement and proper technique. We will introduce and refine dynamic movement on rope and silks.  Special emphasis will be placed on efficiency  to sustain the most ease in both dynamic and static movement.  We will continue to develop proper conditioning to support strength and endurance. Pre requisites: By instructor approval. Email info@radicalmovementfactory.com to schedule an assessment.

SILKS LEVEL 3/4

This class introduces advanced climbs, wraps, drops, and sequencing for the intermediate/advanced aerialist, with a focus on quality of movement and proper technique.  Dynamic movement will be explored in this class. Pre requisites: Straight arm inverts and consecutive bent arm inverts in the air in addition to having mastered level 1 and 2 skills already. By instructor approval. Email info@radicalmovementfactory.com to schedule an assessment.

AERIAL CONDITIONING

This class is perfect for both absolute beginner to advanced aerialists, along with adults looking to shake up their fitness routine with a fun yet challenging workout. Expect to come away from these classes with a new and more profound connection to your core while developing upper body strength and flexibility. Circuit training will take place both on the floor as well as in the air as we tailor exercises to each student's skill level. 

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