ACROBATICS CLASSES
NEW 8-week TERM: monday march 18th - Scroll to bottom to register
OPEN GYM
FRIDAY 7:30-9:30pM// Saturday 5:30-6:30pm// Sunday 3-5pm
Open Gym is a time for students and professionals to use the gym to train and practice their skills. Open gym is ONLY for practicing skills that you have learned previously, and is not a time for learning new skills. Students must be at a level that they can safely train by themselves, outside of a group guided setting. This is NOT A CLASS.
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CONTORTION CLASS - ALL LEVELS
WEDNESDAY 1PM - 2:30PM - CAIT ANTHONY
Students will learn the foundations of contortion and active flexibility. Focus will be on strength building with flexibility as well as acrobatic sequencing for contortion. Handbalancing, elbowstands, cheststands, standing scales and other strength based contortion poses will be explored.
Pre-Requisites: Students should be able to execute a basic bridge from the floor as well as comfortably touch their toes.
ADULT Acrobatics - Level 1
Wednesday 6:30PM - 8PM - Kyle Scott
Thursday 8-9:30pm - Kyle Scott
An introduction to the building blocks of acrobatics; handstands, bridges and cartwheels, and leads to the beginnings of front and back handsprings. This class is a great introduction to movement, regardless of your skill level.
Watch skills and fitness develop hand in hand under Kyle's instruction, assuming you’re not afraid of getting a little sweaty.
Dis-Co-circus
(DISability-COmmunity Circus) - ALL Levels
Tuesdsay 4:30PM - 6:00PM
A general circus class created for students who identify as part of the Deaf, Blind, Mad, Neutrodivergent, Diasabled + communities.
Students will work with coaches on a variety of skills depending on what they are interested in. Juggling, Hula Hoop, Diabolo, Acrobatics, Partner Acrobatics, Aerial Silks, Aerial Hoop, and more.
All classes at Halifax Circus welcome anyone who identifies as being part of these communities and this is not the ONLY class available for you. This is just a class specifically available for typically excluded communities.
Prices are sliding scale - please contact us if price is a barrier.
Handstands and Balance
thursday 6:30-8pm - KYLE SCOTT
Inversions are the basis of acrobatic and physical circus training. Headstands, Shoulder stands, elbow stands, crow, croc, and more! This class works on building the balance and strength to maintain a handstand through flexibility, core work, and strength training. Kyle's knowledgeable and motivating teaching style is sure to get you on your way to reaching your handstand goals!
Acrobatics - Level 2
Monday 7:00PM - 8:30PM - Kyle Scott**
Once students have mastered the building blocks of acrobatics, they are invited to advance to the intermediate class where they will focus on building combinations and continuing to build on the basic skills. Let Kyle's tough love bring your potential to life and fine tune your flips, jumps, rolls and twists.
**Must have instructor permission to join class
Partner Acrobatics / Hand Balancing
monday 5:30PM - 7:00PM - Kyle Scott
Wednesday 8:00PM - 9:30PM - Kyle Scott
No experience or partner required! This class focuses on partner acrobatics, with an emphasis on refining balance, creative movement, and safety in partner work. Build skills in strength, balance, and coordination while learning valuable communication skills. Come stack, stand, balance, and occasionally end up in a heap on the floor. Fun skills and a couple of good laughs are guaranteed with this all-levels class.
Youth Acrobatics
saturdays 5:30pM - 7:00PM - Nastassia Burynskaya
Our Youth Acrobatics Class offers an exhilarating and empowering experience for young individuals seeking to defy gravity and unleash their inner acrobat. This class not only fosters physical strength, flexibility, and coordination, but also cultivates teamwork, discipline, and confidence. With a focus on safety and progression, our dedicated coaches strive to create a nurturing environment where young acrobats can explore their limits, embrace challenges, and reach new heights.