Here you’ll find answers to some of our most frequently asked questions!

What do you offer classes in?

We offer classes for ages 6+ in the following skills: aerial silks, aerial hoop (lyra), static trapeze, flexibility and contortion, hand balancing (handstands), partner acrobatics, tumbling, aerial sling (hammock), cirque conditioning,  fire spinning, Corde Lisse, Chinese Pole, Spanish web, and more.

We do not necessarily offer all classes all the time. Our Fire Arts classes for example, are only offered seasonally.

When are your classes?

Right now Air Temple is open every day, though that sometimes changes session to session.

We have many classes a week to choose from, so take a look at our calendar to see when each class is. You can also see our class offerings on our Registration Site.

How do sessions work?

We generally run our classes in a session format and each session starts on a certain date, so we have January session, February session, etc. When you sign up for a class (ie: silks 101 on Tuesdays at 4:00), you are signing up to come to that specific class every Tuesday at 4:00 for the duration of the session.

Why do you run classes like that?

The reason for this structure is that unlike other disciplines like yoga, for example, is that each week we are learning something new and building off what we’ve learned in the previous weeks.

How much is a session of classes?

A four week session is generally $128 which includes sales tax.

What level should I sign up for?

If you are brand new to aerials you should sign up for a 100 level, or ‘intro to’ class.

If you are not new to aerial but new to the studio, email us to set up an assessment!

I’m new to aerials but I have a dance/gymnastics/etc. background. What level should I sign up for?

You should still sign up for level 101. Your athletic background may certainly help you advance more quickly, but aerial work is complicated and learning is sequential. You may be strong enough for level 200 when you start, but you’ll be at a loss if you don’t know the skills from the previous levels.

I’m not sure I can make every class in the session, should I still sign up?

Absolutely! Check out our studio policies for more info on make up classes.

If you know you need a custom enrollment, or have further questions please contact the studio!

Do you offer drop in classes?

We do! Drop in classes are $35/class. We do have fairly strict policies regarding drop in classes and they are as follows:

• If you’re brand new to aerials/circus and choosing to do drop ins, you MUST come to the first class of the session, and should you choose to continue coming, cannot skip more than two weeks in a row.
• If you have experience and want to do drop ins, please contact the studio first so that we can make sure you’re coming to the correct class.

We do this because learning is cumulative. Class is more frustrating for everyone if someone comes for the first time in the middle of the session.

I just found your studio and I really want to sign up but it’s the middle of the session, can I?

Unfortunately no, if you want to sign up for session classes you will have to wait for our next session to begin. However if you really can’t wait you’re more than welcome to schedule a private lesson in the discipline of your choice!

I’m worried I’m to weak to do circus. Help?

All of our beginner classes are designed to be as accessible as possible! If you don’t have an athletic background you’re in the same boat as the majority of our students.

We do have certain strength criteria for advancement though, and you may have to spend more than one session in a level, which is not uncommon.

Do students do performances?

We do! We offer many performance opportunities for students of all levels.

For more general questions about beginning aerial training, check out our Beginner Aerial FAQ!