Events

Cross My Back: All the Ways In & Out of Cross Back

Friday May 2nd | 8:30PM - 10:30PM

In this 2-Hour workshop we will dive into a variety of ways to enter and exit the cross back position. From dynamic movements to sneaky entries, we will explore how to use this movement as a building bloc to create authentic, flowing sequences. You will even learn some fun transitions to add some choreographic flair to your work!

By the end of the session, you’ll have mastered 10+ unique pathways that will give you deeper understanding of what type of movements can lead you to this position. You will walk away with the confidence to create your own connections with ease. Most importantly, you will have fun exploring all the possibilities this move has to offer.

Pre-requisites: Participants should be comfortable with movements that lead to and stem from the cross back position. Please bring extra layers to protect your skin as we will be working with the ropes a lot.


Spin Club: Mastering the Art of Spinning

Friday May 2nd | 4pm-5:30pm

In this workshop, we will:

  • Learn proper alignment in different spinning positions to more easily find your center

  • Practice off-apparatus exercises for better control

  • Learn ways to “come back” quickly after spinning fast.

  • Create more efficient spins, maintain them for longer and control them.

  • Deconstruct the mechanics of a fast spin, avoid orbiting when starting them, and how different spinning dynamics will influence choreography and vice versa

Types of spins we will cover:

  • Under the bar

  • Above the bar

  • Standing on the bar

  • In the ropes

  • One arm

  • Centered

  • Inverted

  • Flares

  • Creative variations (lasso, armpit, amazon, superman)

Pre-requisites: This workshop is designed for aerialists with a good spin tolerance and experience working withspinning. The session includes a variety of off-apparatus exercises to help you gain better controlover your spins. We won’t be spinning for the full 1.5 hours, and you are welcome to sit out andtake notes and/or videos at any time.