Absolute Beginners Classes
Never tried aerial before?
This is your starting point. No strength, no flexibility, no gymnastics background needed.
Imagine holding yourself 5 metres in the air while preparing for a combo or a drop — how cool is that!
ABOUT THIS CLASS
Absolute Beginners
Have you been dreaming about learning silks for a while? Then this is the perfect lesson to start with.
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During this class we work on your strength, flexibility, and give you the foundational elements to start flying. Safety principles are embedded from the very first practice — so you build confidence alongside your skills, right from day one.
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Expect a well-balanced mix that lifts you high in energy and gets you genuinely started in this beautiful discipline. Everything is broken down step by step, in a small group, with hands-on guidance throughout.
Absolute Beginners classes are designed for people with zero experience, no strength, no flexibility, no gymnastics background needed. You'll learn the fundamentals of aerial movement: how to climb, how to wrap, how to be safe in the air, and how to actually enjoy it!
What you'll learn
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Your first climbs and basic footlocks
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Beginner wraps and entry positions
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How to move safely on the apparatus
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Body conditioning specific to aerial
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Confidence at height
Who it's for
Complete beginners with no aerial or gymnastics background. All ages, all bodies, all fitness levels.
Available for
Aerial Silks + Aerial Hoop
Strength
Body conditioning specific to aerial — you'll build it from the ground up, at your own pace.
Flexibility
We work with the range of motion you have now. You don't need to be flexible to start.
Safety
Safety principles from session one — how to move, wrap, and be secure in the air.
Never tried aerial before?
This is your starting point
CLASS LEVEL
Progression
What you'll learn
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Your first climbs and basic footlocks
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Beginner wraps and entry positions
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How to move safely on the apparatus
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Body conditioning specific to aerial
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Confidence at height
Who it's for
Complete beginners with no aerial or gymnastics background.
All ages, all bodies, all fitness levels!
PICK A STYLE
Silks or hoop?
Not sure whether to try silks or hoop? Both are perfect for beginners — and you can try either (or both!) in your trial.
Silks
AERIAL FABRIC
Aerial silks (also called aerial fabric or tissue) involves climbing, wrapping, and flowing on two long pieces of fabric hanging from the ceiling. You'll learn to climb, hold poses, and create beautiful shapes in the air. It builds grip strength, flexibility, and body awareness while feeling like a mix of dance and acrobatics.
FREQUENT
Questions
Do I need to be able to do the splits?
Absolutely not! You do not need to be flexible to start — in fact, most of our beginners aren't. Flexibility is something you build gradually over time in class. We work with the range of motion you have right now, and you'll be surprised how quickly it improves.
I have no upper body strength. Will I manage?
Yes — and this is honestly one of the most common worries we hear. Aerial builds your strength as you go. The movements in the absolute beginners class are scaled to where you are now, and the strength will come with practice. You don't need to arrive strong; you'll leave stronger.
Is it safe? Will I fall?
Safety is central to everything we teach from day one. You'll learn how to wrap correctly, how to hold safely, and how to move in the air with control. In beginner classes you'll work close to the ground for most skills, with your teacher right there. We don't rush anyone into heights they're not ready for.
I'm not graceful, is it still for me?
100%. You don't need a dance or sports background. Many of our students had never done anything like this before — that's literally what this class is for. The class is welcoming and non-competitive: everyone moves at their own pace, and there's no expectation to perform or be impressive.
What should I wear?
Fitted sports clothing works best — leggings and a fitted top are ideal. Avoid anything too loose as fabric can catch. Bare feet or grip socks are recommended. For silks, it helps to have your legs and arms partially covered to protect your skin while you're learning wraps.
How high up will I be?
In your first classes, most of the work is low to the ground — often with your feet still touching or very close to the mat. As you progress and your teacher feels you're ready, you'll move higher. The goal is always to work at a height where you feel confident, not scared.
More questions?
We have a dedicated FAQ page that will answer most of the questions we hear from beginners.
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If there's anything we can't covered, don't be afraid to reach out! Click on the Let's Chat! button on the page and we'll answer as soon as possible.