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Description
This intermediate-level class blends contemporary and lyrical dance with aerial fabric (sling-based skills) and lyra hoop, creating a seamless connection between expressive movement and aerial artistry. Students will explore fluid transitions, dynamic sequences, and expressive choreography, integrating dance technique with aerial movement to enhance strength, control, and artistry. On aerial fabric, students will work on sling-based wraps, balances, and flowing transitions, while on lyra, the focus will be on graceful movement, shape exploration, and strength-based sequences. Dance-based floorwork and improvisation will also be incorporated to enhance musicality, movement quality, and personal expression. Prerequisite: Students should have experience in contemporary or lyrical dance, or prior training in aerial (lyra or silks). This class is ideal for dancers and aerialists looking to merge grounded dance technique with aerial fluidity, creating a beautiful and expressive movement experience!
A waiver must be signed before participating in the first class.
Please note, Aerial Silks enrollment comes with a NO REFUND and NO MAKE UP class requirement due to the equipment required. Once a student is enrolled they are responsible for the full tuition for that session, regardless of any other circumstances.
All Dancers in Aerial and Circus Dance (silks, Lyra, Trapeze, etc.) must comply with the dress code. This is to prevent injury such a burns, to keep dancers safe and secure, and to protect the equipment. Dancers will often be upside down, and must dress accordingly. Ladies must wear a sports bra or leotard with a secure shelf bra. Leggings or tight fitting pants or tights that cover the back of the knee. Absolutely no zippers or jewelry, they can catch on the fabric and damage the equipment. No bare legs or stomachs. Dance tights with shorts is acceptable. Tops that cover the armpits are preferred. Shirts must be long enough to be tucked in securely. Keep a long sleeve shirt in your bag to wear for ticks that involve the silk being wrapped over arms. Hair must be pulled up and out of the face. Bring an extra hair tie to pull hair into a bun as needed. Pack a Water bottle! See our information on dress code, policies, etc. for more information.
Class Sub-Category
Aerial Dance
Skills
Movement Arts
Performing Arts
Location
Studio A (Ridgway) at Weehawken Ridgway- Old Schoolhouse
Prerequisites
Dance Annual Reg Fee
orDance Annual Reg Fee
Instructor
Natasha Pyeatte
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