Free intro to Acrobatics Class!
Have you been wanting to try partner acrobatics? This FREE class will give you a taster of the acrobatic practice. We will introduce you to a few styles such as acroyoga, standing acrobatics, counterbalances, and dance lifts. This is a great way to dip your toes in and see which classes and types of partner acrobatics you are drawn to. No experience or partner is required!
We are excited to be offering a full class schedule.
STANDING ACROBATICS MONDAYS 5:30-6:45 PM
Join us for a deep dive into the mechanics and safety of standing acrobatics! We’ll explore the many ways to stack humans, including thigh stand, flag, 2-high, standing bird, arabesque, side star, and the like. We focus on efficiency and awareness throughout the progressions. As an all-levels class, instruction is tailored to each student. *Prerequisites: 30-sec wall handstand, 1 min plank, comfort doing an L-base pose on hands (e.g. shoulder stand, baby bird, or throne on hands), and a willingness to spot!
Coached by Kraig Mead and Angela Bryant
BEGINNER ACROBATICS WEDNESDAYS 5:30-6:45 PM
Brand new to partner acrobatics? Need a refresher on the basics? This class will teach you the vocabulary to start your partner acrobatic practice! We will introduce you to a variety of styles such as acroyoga, standing acrobatics, counterbalances, and dance lifts. With fresh material each week, it's a great way to see which classes and types of partner acrobatics you are drawn to and build a solid foundation of skills. No experience or partner is required!
Coached by Kaely Summers & Katelyn Bessette
DANCE LIFTS WEDNESDAYS 7-8:15 PM
This series focuses on fluid lifts, shoulder mounts, and assisted leaps that can be used in modern dance, swing dance, ballroom, and circus. Each week we train the principles of shared weight, floorwork for shape and lines, and conditioning for grace and power in the air. We then apply those skills and tricks to choreography throughout the series. It is helpful if you can come with a partner, but not required.
Coached by Kraig Mead & Angela Bryant
INTRO TO ICARIAN THURSDAYS 7-8:15 PM
Icarian is the fun and dynamic practice of L-base popping and involves a release of contact in the air. Class will focus on building strength, precision, timing, & communication. Come alone or with friends, we work in groups and encourage everyone to try basing, flying, & spotting!
Prereqs: Bases/Flyers: Experience with bird, throne, star, and reverse star. Spotters: Willingness to learn and assist with spotting effectively to keep everyone involved safe.
Coached by Jason McShane & Emily Viers
ACROYOGA ~ BEYOND BASICS SUNDAYS 9:45-11 AM - Starts in May
Join Rachel for this acroyoga expedition! We'll explore L-basing poses and transitions to build vocabulary and refinement. Perfect for the acroyogi looking to expand their practice. Students will take away new moves to play with and continue exploring, as well as safe spotting techniques.
prereqs: bird, chair/throne
Coached by Rachel Plies
COMMUNITY JAM SUNDAYS 11AM-1:30 PM
This is the opportunity to work on your own time! A coach will be present to answer questions, run lines, and assist if needed, but this is mostly a chance to get in your own extra training. Jam time at Tempos is the heart of our community space, where we get to nurture our creative spirit. It is a time set aside for members of our community to come together and train, share ideas, and simply play and explore! This is open to anyone at any level.
Hosted by Rachel Plies