AERIAL SILKS

DISCOVER THE JOY OF AERIAL ARTS & HAMMOCK

NEW Spring 2025 classes are listed below:

Tuesday 
Intermediate Hammock 5:30-6:15 | 8-11 years | 04/08/25 – 05/27/25 | $230
Wednesday
Beginning Silks 5:00-5:45 | 8+ years | 04/09/25 – 05/28/25 | $230
Intermediate Silks 5:45-6:30 | Teacher Approval | 04/09/25 – 05/28/25 | $230
Thursday
Intermediate Hammock 4:45-5:30 | 8-11 years | 04/10/25 – 05/29/25 | $230
Beginning Hammock 5:30-6:15 | 5-7 years | 04/10/25 – 05/29/25 | $230
$50 non-refundable deposit that will go towards your session fee. Reserve your spot now before they sell out!
Aerial Hammock
At DanceWorks Performing Arts, our aerial hammock classes for kids ages 5+ offer a unique blend of fitness and FUN. Children will explore the art of aerial movement all while building strength, flexibility and confidence in a safe and supportive environment. Through creative play and intentional instruction, our experienced instructors guide students to master basic aerial techniques and develop their coordination in the air. Join us for an adventurous journey into the world of aerial arts with our popular hammock classes!
Aerial Silks
At DanceWorks Performing Arts, our aerial silks classes offer students an exhilarating progression from aerial hammocks to the more advanced silks. As students transition, they build on their foundational skills, gaining the extra strength, coordination, and confidence needed to master the beautiful and challenging art of aerial silks. Under the guidance of our expert instructors, students will learn to perform intricate climbs, wraps, and drops, elevating their aerial artistry to new heights. Join us and experience the thrill and elegance of aerial silks!
*Students are strongly encouraged to take at least one hammock session before trying silks classes.

AERIAL SILKS

Aerial Silks classes at DanceWorks available now beginning through advanced level. Lessons available for children and adults. Students have the opportunity to learn aerial silks, dance trapeze and lyra.

Silks known as aerial fabrics, are circus skills consisting of fabric that hangs in the air. Silks train dancers in techniques including climbing, wrapping, inverting, locks and drops. Increased strength, flexibility and the ability to be creative while having fun!

Aerial silks class start with proper warm-up, flexibility training. Lessons taught by faculty & concludes with a brief warm down. Tricks, poses and sequences taught to the strength of individual students. Class size is limited to 12 people. Students can buy silk supplies online at climbing stores for home use. Lyra is a heavy metal hoop used for class. Multiple kids at the same time can practice on one hoop creating beautiful holds. Upper level dancers progress through all three levels to make sure they are properly trained in safety with hold and drops.

Aerial Silks will be fun for my child?

Aerial Silks classes are a great class for kids and children. Age requirement for beginner lessons is 6+. Gymnasts, dancers find aerial to be very different & exciting from traditional dance classes. Students focus their strength on upper body areas, helping to develop as better dancers. Adults do aerial silks. Silks are good for body placements & physical strength. Dancers or adults who have never tried are always welcome to come for a trial first class at DanceWorks. Questions about this class or upcoming sessions please call DanceWorks. Check out our showcase video below of former classes. We look forward to see you on a silk!

Now’s the perfect time to let your dancer try a AERIAL CLASS at DanceWorks Performing Arts. Call (360)892-5664 for any questions. We can’t wait to see you in class!

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