Private Coaching
One-on-One private coaching is a great was to the the personalized attention needed to progress aerial tricks, transitions, choreography, and more. It's also a great option if normal classes don't fit your schedule.
Aerial Coaching:
Aerial Silks, Aerial Hammock/Sling, Aerial Hoop/Lyra, Corde Lisse, and Static/Dance Trapeze
Artistic Coaching:
Concept Creation, Choreography, and Act Preparation
Fitness Coaching:
Strength Training, Flexibility and Contortion Training
Misc Coaching:
Floorwork, Pole Dancing, Twerking
Aerial Coaching:
Aerial Silks, Aerial Hammock/Sling, Aerial Hoop/Lyra, Corde Lisse, and Static/Dance Trapeze
Artistic Coaching:
Concept Creation, Choreography, and Act Preparation
Fitness Coaching:
Strength Training, Flexibility and Contortion Training
Misc Coaching:
Floorwork, Pole Dancing, Twerking
Take classes with the Iowa's first aerial instructor! Felicia has taught hundreds of men, women, and children from ages 2 to 65! Anyone with a desire to fly can try aerial. For fitness or just for fun, there is something for everyone!
Learn to climb to the top of an aerial silk or rope, swing from a trapeze, spin on a hoop, and feel the thrill of inversion on a hammock.
Felicia is available to teach workshops or classes all over the state of Iowa and can travel further for larger events. She is also available for private and semi-private training sessions. You can come to the Iowa Fly Girl Training Center or Felicia can come to your studio/venue.
You don’t have to be fit to start aerial training. I start you out with the basics, which is on the ground and we build from there; eventually getting you flying. You will be amazed at how fast you build strength and how a trick gets a little easier each time you practice it. In class, Felicia focuses on helping students establish good fundamental technique, working on step by step progressions, and confidence building.
Safety is #1! Felicia is CPR, AED, and First Aid certified. She continues to travel all over the country training with industry leaders to ensure she is qualified in the latest techniques and safety standards.
Learn to climb to the top of an aerial silk or rope, swing from a trapeze, spin on a hoop, and feel the thrill of inversion on a hammock.
Felicia is available to teach workshops or classes all over the state of Iowa and can travel further for larger events. She is also available for private and semi-private training sessions. You can come to the Iowa Fly Girl Training Center or Felicia can come to your studio/venue.
You don’t have to be fit to start aerial training. I start you out with the basics, which is on the ground and we build from there; eventually getting you flying. You will be amazed at how fast you build strength and how a trick gets a little easier each time you practice it. In class, Felicia focuses on helping students establish good fundamental technique, working on step by step progressions, and confidence building.
Safety is #1! Felicia is CPR, AED, and First Aid certified. She continues to travel all over the country training with industry leaders to ensure she is qualified in the latest techniques and safety standards.
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Training Areas
Aerial Silks (Tissue/Fabric) Aerial Hammock Aerial Flexibility Aerial Hoop (Lyra) Aerial Rope (Corde Lisse) Static Trapeze Choreography Strength and Conditioning |
Class Options
Workshops One-on-One Training Semi-Private Training Small Group Training Parties |
Group Classes
Classes are all held at the Cirque Wonderland training facility in Valley Junction
Aerial Hoop
Beginning with the basic skills, this class will build your strength, showcase flexibility, all while you’re learning flipping, turning, rolling, posing, and transitioning positions on the lyra.
Static Trapeze
Beginning with the basic skills, this class will build your strength, showcase flexibility, all while you’re learning flipping, turning, rolling, posing, and transitioning positions on the static trapeze.
Circus Circuit
A 60 minute conditioning class that will give you the sensation of flying while strengthening and lengthening your body through aerial acrobatics, body resistance, and strength, balance & core training. You will learn circus skills while you enjoy a fun and exciting way to get in shape and maintain strength, flexibility and coordination!
Aerial Flexibility
This class is designed to increase flexibility needed to prevent injuries and advance your existing aerial practice or can be nice way to ease into aerial. We use a variety of aerial and ground apparatuses to enhance your flexibility and take it to the next level, using active and static stretches.
Aerial Silks
Aerial Silks introduces you to a whole new way to increase strength, grace, and flexibility. While climbing the fabric you’ll learn amazing ways to move your body into beautiful poses and shapes. It’s a fun new way to stay fit and learn something amazing. Don’t worry if you’re afraid of heights, skills are taught only a few inches from the ground and are customized for your skill and strength level.
Beginning with the basic skills, this class will build your strength, showcase flexibility, all while you’re learning flipping, turning, rolling, posing, and transitioning positions on the lyra.
Static Trapeze
Beginning with the basic skills, this class will build your strength, showcase flexibility, all while you’re learning flipping, turning, rolling, posing, and transitioning positions on the static trapeze.
Circus Circuit
A 60 minute conditioning class that will give you the sensation of flying while strengthening and lengthening your body through aerial acrobatics, body resistance, and strength, balance & core training. You will learn circus skills while you enjoy a fun and exciting way to get in shape and maintain strength, flexibility and coordination!
Aerial Flexibility
This class is designed to increase flexibility needed to prevent injuries and advance your existing aerial practice or can be nice way to ease into aerial. We use a variety of aerial and ground apparatuses to enhance your flexibility and take it to the next level, using active and static stretches.
Aerial Silks
Aerial Silks introduces you to a whole new way to increase strength, grace, and flexibility. While climbing the fabric you’ll learn amazing ways to move your body into beautiful poses and shapes. It’s a fun new way to stay fit and learn something amazing. Don’t worry if you’re afraid of heights, skills are taught only a few inches from the ground and are customized for your skill and strength level.
FAQ
Can I go to a class even if I'm short/out of shape/color blind/unlucky/clumsy/etc?
Yes! Don’t worry if you’re uncoordinated or don’t consider yourself to be strong or flexible. We strive to make aerial accessible for people of all shapes, sizes, and ages.
How strong do I need to be to take aerial classes?
You will develop the muscles you need for aerial by taking aerial classes. We tailor the class to the level of the students, so don't worry about how many pull-ups you can do. We take you as you are.
What if I am afraid of heights?
Most beginner aerial skills will not take you more than a few feet off the ground. You are never required to go any higher than you are comfortable with; however, some more advanced skills require you to climb higher in order to do them safely. As with everything in aerial, take baby steps and never try anything you’re not prepared for.
Can my child take aerial classes?
We occasionally have a kids aerial class that is full of games, drills and tricks to introduce kids 7 and up to aerial arts. If you have a teenager that is used to structured classes, they can sign up for adult classes. If your kid is under 12 you will need to stay and supervise the class.
What kind of cross training is most beneficial for aerialists?
Rock climbing, dancing, body building, yoga, gymnastics, and pole fitness are all great for cross training. Any sort of weighted exercise that focuses on pulling motions will be helpful: pull-ups & lat pulldowns, for example. Handstands and push-ups are also great cross-training. A suspension trainer can help you get used to suspending part of your body weight in the air.
Many aerial skills build off of being able to hold your weight above a bar for a few seconds. If you’re not up to a full pull-up yet, find a playground or a pull-up bar, jump up to the top, and see how long you can hold yourself there.
Is it safe?
All aerial skills involve a certain amount of risk. We endeavor to minimize this risk as much as possible.
Here are some of our fundamental safety rules:
How do I sign up?
We are in the middle of transitioning our space and our system. In the meantime give Felicia a call/text directly until our systems are up! 515-783-3338
What is Open Aerial?
If you are an existing aerial student, you can attend Open Aerial to practice skills you have already learned in class on your own. An aerial instructor will be present to ensure everyone’s safety, but they will not be teaching new tricks or skills.
Dos and Don'ts for Open Aerial:
Beginner Aerial will teach you basic tricks on aerial hammock, hoop, fabric and trapeze. If you want to get more flexible, take our flexibility class; if you want to get stronger, take the Aerial workout class. Want both?
What do I wear?
Tight athletic clothes that cover the backs of your knees and armpits. Slippery clothing can slide on the silks and hammock, so cotton or other non-slippery fabric works best. No belt buckles or metal parts on your clothes, please. All jewelry will need to be removed before class. Also bring a water bottle, your body will thank you.
Can I take photos/videos during class?
We prefer for students to wait until the end of class to take photos or videos.
Yes! Don’t worry if you’re uncoordinated or don’t consider yourself to be strong or flexible. We strive to make aerial accessible for people of all shapes, sizes, and ages.
How strong do I need to be to take aerial classes?
You will develop the muscles you need for aerial by taking aerial classes. We tailor the class to the level of the students, so don't worry about how many pull-ups you can do. We take you as you are.
What if I am afraid of heights?
Most beginner aerial skills will not take you more than a few feet off the ground. You are never required to go any higher than you are comfortable with; however, some more advanced skills require you to climb higher in order to do them safely. As with everything in aerial, take baby steps and never try anything you’re not prepared for.
Can my child take aerial classes?
We occasionally have a kids aerial class that is full of games, drills and tricks to introduce kids 7 and up to aerial arts. If you have a teenager that is used to structured classes, they can sign up for adult classes. If your kid is under 12 you will need to stay and supervise the class.
What kind of cross training is most beneficial for aerialists?
Rock climbing, dancing, body building, yoga, gymnastics, and pole fitness are all great for cross training. Any sort of weighted exercise that focuses on pulling motions will be helpful: pull-ups & lat pulldowns, for example. Handstands and push-ups are also great cross-training. A suspension trainer can help you get used to suspending part of your body weight in the air.
Many aerial skills build off of being able to hold your weight above a bar for a few seconds. If you’re not up to a full pull-up yet, find a playground or a pull-up bar, jump up to the top, and see how long you can hold yourself there.
Is it safe?
All aerial skills involve a certain amount of risk. We endeavor to minimize this risk as much as possible.
Here are some of our fundamental safety rules:
- Always have a crash mat underneath you when you are on an apparatus.
- Never get on an apparatus without an aerial instructor present.
- Pay attention to instructions and progressions; don’t attempt something beyond your skill level.
- Resist the urge to teach yourself tricks off the Internet or from other students. If you see something you’d like to try, please talk to an aerial instructor first so that they can help you find a way to practice safely.
- Ask for a spot or assistance if you suspect you need it.
- Monitor your own energy levels and don’t attempt something difficult or new if you are too tired to do it safely (or to come down properly).
How do I sign up?
We are in the middle of transitioning our space and our system. In the meantime give Felicia a call/text directly until our systems are up! 515-783-3338
What is Open Aerial?
If you are an existing aerial student, you can attend Open Aerial to practice skills you have already learned in class on your own. An aerial instructor will be present to ensure everyone’s safety, but they will not be teaching new tricks or skills.
Dos and Don'ts for Open Aerial:
- Alcohol/Drugs: Arriving under the influence of alcohol or drugs that affect your focus and concentration is prohibited.
- Drops: Drops are allowed with the express permission and direct supervision of an instructor.
- Skill Sharing: Students are not permitted, under any circumstances, to teach any movement, pose, sequence, or skill to another student. This is known as skill sharing and is strictly prohibited.
- Safety Equipment: Students are required to always have a mat under them anytime they are doing an activity or skill where their feet leave the ground.
- Attire: Dress appropriately for the apparatus you are working on and include: close-fitting workout clothes that cover legs and underarms, no jewelry, grommets, long/sharp nails or any other objects that can snag or tear the equipment.
- Partner/Doubles: Students are prohibited from doubles/partner aerial work unless both participants have completed Double Up or have completed a private training lesson on partner safety with their coach
- YouTube/Instagram "Training": Students are not allowed to practice skills or drops that they "learned" from YouTube, Instagram or any other book, video, etc. If a student wants to learn a skill that they saw online, they can email the link to the instructor and request that skill be taught during class or in a private lesson.
Beginner Aerial will teach you basic tricks on aerial hammock, hoop, fabric and trapeze. If you want to get more flexible, take our flexibility class; if you want to get stronger, take the Aerial workout class. Want both?
What do I wear?
Tight athletic clothes that cover the backs of your knees and armpits. Slippery clothing can slide on the silks and hammock, so cotton or other non-slippery fabric works best. No belt buckles or metal parts on your clothes, please. All jewelry will need to be removed before class. Also bring a water bottle, your body will thank you.
Can I take photos/videos during class?
We prefer for students to wait until the end of class to take photos or videos.
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