Series & Workshops
for students aged 16 and older
Join Andrey Moraru for an exhilarating 2.5-hour workshop aimed at mastering the art of handstands.
Andrey Moraru, a celebrated performer, artist, and handbalancer whose career has taken him from the humble beginnings in the Republic of Moldova to the grand stages of Dragone, Cirque Du Soleil, and the Festival Mondial Du Cirque de Demain. Andrey’s story is a testament to the power of dreams, determination, and the relentless pursuit of balance, both in handstands and in life.
Starting with a thorough warm-up and stretching, we will delve into core basics, progressing towards the elusive one-arm handstand. Through live demonstrations and personalized feedback, Andrey will guide you, fostering a supportive environment where pairs can spot each other and apply principles learned in real-time. With Andrey's expertise and individualized assistance, you will gain valuable insights and practical tools to enhance your handstand practice. Don't miss this exclusive opportunity to learn from a master hand-balancer and elevate your skills and immerse yourself in the energetics of mastery.
Handstand Mastery Workshop with Andrey Moraru
Workshop Details
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Sunday, April 27th
4:00 pm - 6:30 pm -
$175 early bird (ends Mar 2)
$200 full price -
Prerequisites: Solid 30 second handstand against a wall.
Special Instructions: Participants are encouraged to wear comfortable attire and bring a water bottle. Prior experience with handstands is beneficial but not required.
Sido Adamson Workshops
Saturday, March 15th
The Science of Recovery:
How To Do MORE!
Deep dive into the science of recovering well and how to train hard and effectively without over doing it. For both aerialists and ground acrobats.
Take aways include:
• The basic requirements for recovery (how much, when and whys for food, sleep and water)
• Your nervous systems role in performance, recovery and capacity and how to leverage it
• How to train to increase your capacity for hard work
• Hows and when’s of rest weeks
• Deload weeks, periodization for self managed athletes
Movement Quality and Musicality for Aerial Work
Workshop Details
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Saturday, March 15h
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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$80.00 + gst
15% discount for members
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This workshop is all levels.
Workshop Details
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Saturday, March 15h
1:30 - 3:00 PM
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$80.00 + gst
15% discount for members
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Participants need at least one sequence (3+ shapes) they are familiar with and ready to explore.
Workshop Details
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Saturday, March 15h
3:30 - 5:00 PM
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$80.00 + gst
15% discount for members
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Must have previous hoop or trapeze experience, be able to invert easily (Bent or straight arm) and sequence on hoop for 2 minutes.
Sidonie Adamson is a circus artist and coach to aerialists, stunt performers, and outside-of-the-box athletes. Her specialty lies in helping artistic athletes reinvigorate their practices, discover unknown capacity, and level up with longevity.
Her lifetime in creative athletics and performing arts has seen her perform across three continents with notable organizations such as Les Sept Doigts de La Main, St. John’s Circus Fest, and Anystage Productions. She has lit up stages as a circus artist, hung from trees as a vertical dancer, performed in international festivals, curated and produced cross-continental shows, and dazzled as an aerialist for outrageously expensive weddings.
read more: www.sidonieadamson.com/about
Part theory, part in air technique, this workshop will explore how to develop and deepen movement quality and musicality on aerial apparatuses.
Perfect for those wanting to dive deeper into self expression and creative work. Learn the methods and exercises I use personally, as well as with my students to start to bring more of you forwards and answer burning questions such as “WTF do i do with my arms?”
All aerial apparatuses welcome.
Building Blocks for Big Tricks
Ready to go big?
This workshop is designed to get you working safely towards big tricks such as toe hangs, heel hangs, meat hooks and more. Participants will learn to build safe progressions towards higher technical tricks and how to mitigate and recognize risk along the way. Expect to work hard, have fun and leave with your own building blocks towards the big skills you’re working towards.
Apparatus: Aerial hoop/trapeze
Progressive Series
Slacklining - The Floating Path
with Josh Nobleman
February 23rd - March 16th
Learn the art of slacklining in a controlled indoor environment! This four-week course is designed for all skill levels, offering attendees the flexibility to join any session, though consistent participation is encouraged for the best experience.
With 20 years of Slacklining and 5 years of highlining experience, Josh will guide you through:
Standard entries
Basic and intermediate yoga poses
Turns and bouncing techniques
Safe exits and landings
Spotting for safety
Unlike outdoor slacklining, our setup includes big cushy mats for the softest of landings so you can really push your limits.
Members and Non-Members: use your class passes to sign up for one or all the classes in this series!
Series Details
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4 week series
Sundays, February 23rd - March 16th
5:30 - 6:30 pm -
$100 + gst for 4 weeks
$25 drop-inMembers: use your class passes to sign up for one or all the these classes! Or, use your 15% members discount.
Non-Members: Pro-tip, for max flexibility, purchase a 5 or 10 class pass for the bulk discount, and use those class passes to sign up for this series.
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No prerequisites: all levels are welcome.
Intro Series
Aerial Intro Series
Curious about Aerial Circus, but not sure where to start? Try this intro series, and dip your toes into the aerial arts!
This 4-week Aerial Intro Series will introduce you to the basics of Aerial Silks, Hammock, Trapeze, and Hoop.
Thursday • March 6th - 27th • 8:20 - 9:20 pm
Cost: $85 + gst
Acro Intro Series
Start your Acro Yoga journey off right with our 4-week Acro Foundations Series.
Students will be working in groups of 3 or more. No partner or experience required.
Fridays • February 28th-March 21st • 7:20 - 8:20 pm
Cost: $85 + gst