 | Thrive Movement Studio |
CIRCUS AND AERIAL CLASSES
Private lessons are great for working on skill hurdles or acts, or come with a group of friends or family for a fun group lesson! Lessons start at $85/hr and are available on lyra, trapeze & silks. We have windows open and exhaust fans running during warm weather and an air purifier during cold weather. Gift certificate link: https://squareup.com/gift/J6KXH3ZMZBN2M/order Please save the date! June 12 @6pm for the studio wide performance!! Rain date 6/13 at 10am |
Adaptability in the Air Workshop with Becca DeAngelis. 14 &up or serious student
What happens when you can't use a foot? A leg? Your hand? Find out what most impacts movements and how you can modify the skill or your technique to still accomplish your goal. This workshop works your creativity, out of the box thinking, disrupts habitual pathways, and gives us tools we didn't know we had.
What happens when you can't use a foot? A leg? Your hand? Find out what most impacts movements and how you can modify the skill or your technique to still accomplish your goal. This workshop works your creativity, out of the box thinking, disrupts habitual pathways, and gives us tools we didn't know we had.
$70
Adult 350 Mixed Aerial w Margaret Hopkins.
A fast paced class for students that can climb and invert in the air repeatedly. Students will work on extended sequencing, drops, dynamic moves and work at height.
A fast paced class for students that can climb and invert in the air repeatedly. Students will work on extended sequencing, drops, dynamic moves and work at height.
$330
Adult level 1 mixed aerial. 14 & up
For Adults (14 & up) who are excited to try aerial dance! We’ll work on building a solid foundation for progressing on aerial silks, trapeze and lyra, combining strength-building, creativity, and confidence-building in a safe and nurturing environment. We start low to the ground and without needing to hold full body weight. We work on body awareness and connecting to the core & proper shoulder engagement. We start to build strength and aerial movement vocabulary, unlocking creativity and connection to the body/self in order to move in the world with strength, power and grace.
For Adults (14 & up) who are excited to try aerial dance! We’ll work on building a solid foundation for progressing on aerial silks, trapeze and lyra, combining strength-building, creativity, and confidence-building in a safe and nurturing environment. We start low to the ground and without needing to hold full body weight. We work on body awareness and connecting to the core & proper shoulder engagement. We start to build strength and aerial movement vocabulary, unlocking creativity and connection to the body/self in order to move in the world with strength, power and grace.
$330
Adult level 200, Fabric, Trapeze and Lyra. 14 & up
For Adult students who have already completed at least one intro session. We’ll continue building a solid foundation for progressing on aerial silks, trapeze and lyra, combining strength-building, creativity, and confidence-building in a safe environment. We will start working on feeling comfortable a bit further from the ground and progressing in holding more of our body weight. We will continue to work on body awareness, connection to the core & proper shoulder engagement. We will build strength and aerial movement vocabulary, unlocking creativity and connection to the body/self in order to move in the world and in the air with strength, power and grace.
For Adult students who have already completed at least one intro session. We’ll continue building a solid foundation for progressing on aerial silks, trapeze and lyra, combining strength-building, creativity, and confidence-building in a safe environment. We will start working on feeling comfortable a bit further from the ground and progressing in holding more of our body weight. We will continue to work on body awareness, connection to the core & proper shoulder engagement. We will build strength and aerial movement vocabulary, unlocking creativity and connection to the body/self in order to move in the world and in the air with strength, power and grace.
$330
Adult level 300 mixed Aerial w Margaret Hopkins. 14&up
For students who have taken a few years of aerial classes we will continue learning vocab, sequencing, dynamic and creative movement, fluidity and building strength on fabric, Lyra &Trapeze
For students who have taken a few years of aerial classes we will continue learning vocab, sequencing, dynamic and creative movement, fluidity and building strength on fabric, Lyra &Trapeze
$330
Adult mixed level Fabric, Lyra and trapeze . 14 & up
A mixed level and apparatus class for students who are able to climb put foot locks on or mount the trapeze or lyra with ease. Inverting in the air is not a requirement but will be prepping for that skill to unlock inversions and drops in the future. We will work on fluidity and longer sequencing on trapeze, lyra and aerial fabric.
A mixed level and apparatus class for students who are able to climb put foot locks on or mount the trapeze or lyra with ease. Inverting in the air is not a requirement but will be prepping for that skill to unlock inversions and drops in the future. We will work on fluidity and longer sequencing on trapeze, lyra and aerial fabric.
$330
Aerial Intensive . 9 & up
Aerial Intensive- August 3-14
Guest aerial coach Becca DeAngelis will lead daily classes in aerial fabric, trapeze, lyra and sling. Students will try all the things and select their favorite apparatus to delve deeper into. Their second class, alternating between Joel Melendez & Erin Mahoney, will focus on ground skills: acrobatics, partner acro, flexibility, dance and stage presence and act creation. New acts will debut in an outdoor show!
9-12pm, M-F ages 9&up. $550
Show @ 6pm on the 14th. Rain date Aug 15 at noon
Coaches: Becca DeAngelis, Joel Melendez & Erin Mahoney!
Aerial Intensive- August 3-14
Guest aerial coach Becca DeAngelis will lead daily classes in aerial fabric, trapeze, lyra and sling. Students will try all the things and select their favorite apparatus to delve deeper into. Their second class, alternating between Joel Melendez & Erin Mahoney, will focus on ground skills: acrobatics, partner acro, flexibility, dance and stage presence and act creation. New acts will debut in an outdoor show!
9-12pm, M-F ages 9&up. $550
Show @ 6pm on the 14th. Rain date Aug 15 at noon
Coaches: Becca DeAngelis, Joel Melendez & Erin Mahoney!
$550
Circus Camp- .
Ground and Air camp! July 6-17, M-F, 9-1 daily with a spectacular outdoor evening performance at 6pm 7/17. Show rain date: Sat 7/18 at 10am. Youth age 5 & up. 4 coaches and is filled with all things circus- Stilt walking, juggling, acrobatics and mini trampoline, visual art & set design, unicycling & rolling globe, trapeze, lyra, silks! Youth circus artists try all the classes then select their favorite 2 circus disciplines + art to focus on building skills and creating acts for the show. $600. Camps fill fast! Save your spots soon! Email Heidi- thrivemovementstudio@gmail.com with any questions. Teaching artists- Joel Melendez, Heidi Kirchofer, Kim McKenzie. Guest aerial coach Liz!
Ground and Air camp! July 6-17, M-F, 9-1 daily with a spectacular outdoor evening performance at 6pm 7/17. Show rain date: Sat 7/18 at 10am. Youth age 5 & up. 4 coaches and is filled with all things circus- Stilt walking, juggling, acrobatics and mini trampoline, visual art & set design, unicycling & rolling globe, trapeze, lyra, silks! Youth circus artists try all the classes then select their favorite 2 circus disciplines + art to focus on building skills and creating acts for the show. $600. Camps fill fast! Save your spots soon! Email Heidi- thrivemovementstudio@gmail.com with any questions. Teaching artists- Joel Melendez, Heidi Kirchofer, Kim McKenzie. Guest aerial coach Liz!
$600
Ground and Air for ages 9 -14 with Heidi and Joel . Ages 9-14
In this new class, students get the opportunity to practice all things circus! We will spend half the class working on aerials with Heidi, and then go to the lower studio and work with Joel on the ground skills that interest them most- Chinese, yo-yo, unicycle, acro, flower sticks etc
In this new class, students get the opportunity to practice all things circus! We will spend half the class working on aerials with Heidi, and then go to the lower studio and work with Joel on the ground skills that interest them most- Chinese, yo-yo, unicycle, acro, flower sticks etc
$250
Ground and Air Jam. Ages 5-8
A Playful circus class with a mix of ground skills like acro and scarf juggling, mat climbing challenges and aerial silks, trapeze and lyra
A Playful circus class with a mix of ground skills like acro and scarf juggling, mat climbing challenges and aerial silks, trapeze and lyra
$250
Homeschool Circus. 5 & up
A 3-hour homeschool community building PE class! Kids age 5 & up will to work on all things circus! Students will take one class with Joel Melendez in devil stick, Chinese yo-yo, juggling, spinning plates, unicycle, rolling globe and rola bola and a second class with Heidi Kirchoer in aerial fabric, trapeze and lyra. All will practice acrobatics and mini-trampoline. We will begin each class with a warm up and a game. Kids will gain strength, flexibility, co-ordination, confidence, balance and performance skills and community connection. Our homeschool students have found cherished community here!
A 3-hour homeschool community building PE class! Kids age 5 & up will to work on all things circus! Students will take one class with Joel Melendez in devil stick, Chinese yo-yo, juggling, spinning plates, unicycle, rolling globe and rola bola and a second class with Heidi Kirchoer in aerial fabric, trapeze and lyra. All will practice acrobatics and mini-trampoline. We will begin each class with a warm up and a game. Kids will gain strength, flexibility, co-ordination, confidence, balance and performance skills and community connection. Our homeschool students have found cherished community here!
$360
Open Studio- pre registration with Margaret required. 15 & up
Open studio is a great compliment to class training. Adding another day really helps build strength and reviewing material help so much for learning and fluidiity.
Open studio is for students to work solo on things they can do confidently and safely without instruction.
No instruction provided. A coach will be present and has final say if they deem any moves too risky.
Open studio is a great compliment to class training. Adding another day really helps build strength and reviewing material help so much for learning and fluidiity.
Open studio is for students to work solo on things they can do confidently and safely without instruction.
No instruction provided. A coach will be present and has final say if they deem any moves too risky.
$15 drop in cash preferred
Partnering on Trapeze with Becca DeAngelis. 14 & up or serious student.
In this workshop, we will focus on working with others as an extension of the apparatus. We will work on connecting with our partner and finding the unique spaces between ourselves/partners and the trapeze. No partner required- come alone or with your partner. We'll shift groupings throughout.
In this workshop, we will focus on working with others as an extension of the apparatus. We will work on connecting with our partner and finding the unique spaces between ourselves/partners and the trapeze. No partner required- come alone or with your partner. We'll shift groupings throughout.
$70
Sling / Trapeze Crossover workshop w Becca DeAngelis..
Sling / Trapeze Crossover
Static trapeze can be considered a rigid sling, while Sling can be considered a squishy trapeze. In this workshop you’ll explore the similarities and differences between these apparatuses.
For students who have previously taken this workshop, we’ll revisit some skills, build on others, and introduce a whole host of new tricks.
We’ll roll, drop, wrap, and swirl on these seemingly unrelated apparatuses. Exploring the ways in which the same skills and pathways can be performed on both when applying techniques that account for their shape. We will find timing, wraps, walk-downs, and a few skills which don’t quite translate and the reasons behind that.
Prerequisites: Beginner: Must be able to mount, sit, and stand on the trapeze and/or sling with minimal assistance, passing familiarity with either beginner sling or beginner trapeze skills.
Intermediate: Easily mount the trapeze and/or sling; be able to safely invert a few times over 2hrs
Advanced: Easily mount the trapeze and/or sling; be able to easily and safely invert repeatedly
Sling / Trapeze Crossover
Static trapeze can be considered a rigid sling, while Sling can be considered a squishy trapeze. In this workshop you’ll explore the similarities and differences between these apparatuses.
For students who have previously taken this workshop, we’ll revisit some skills, build on others, and introduce a whole host of new tricks.
We’ll roll, drop, wrap, and swirl on these seemingly unrelated apparatuses. Exploring the ways in which the same skills and pathways can be performed on both when applying techniques that account for their shape. We will find timing, wraps, walk-downs, and a few skills which don’t quite translate and the reasons behind that.
Prerequisites: Beginner: Must be able to mount, sit, and stand on the trapeze and/or sling with minimal assistance, passing familiarity with either beginner sling or beginner trapeze skills.
Intermediate: Easily mount the trapeze and/or sling; be able to safely invert a few times over 2hrs
Advanced: Easily mount the trapeze and/or sling; be able to easily and safely invert repeatedly
$70
Teen circus Jam with Joel Melendez. 12 & up
Calling all thrill-seekers, performers, and adventure enthusiasts aged 13 to 18! Join this Teen Circus Class, where the spotlight is on fun, friendship, and phenomenal skills!
Take a dive into the dynamic world of ground circus arts with upbeat and inspiring circus performer and Capoeirista Joel Melendez. From acrobatics & mini trampoline, stilt walking & unicycling to juggling & mastering the Chinese yo-yo and devil sticks- work on developing a dazzling circus repertoire! We strive to build a vibrant community of circus aficionados, whether you're a seasoned performer or a total newbie, everyone is welcome to join the circus family. Together, we'll support each other, learn from one another, and celebrate our unique talents and create acts for the end of the year show!
Calling all thrill-seekers, performers, and adventure enthusiasts aged 13 to 18! Join this Teen Circus Class, where the spotlight is on fun, friendship, and phenomenal skills!
Take a dive into the dynamic world of ground circus arts with upbeat and inspiring circus performer and Capoeirista Joel Melendez. From acrobatics & mini trampoline, stilt walking & unicycling to juggling & mastering the Chinese yo-yo and devil sticks- work on developing a dazzling circus repertoire! We strive to build a vibrant community of circus aficionados, whether you're a seasoned performer or a total newbie, everyone is welcome to join the circus family. Together, we'll support each other, learn from one another, and celebrate our unique talents and create acts for the end of the year show!
$250
Youth Acro, Contortion and Flexibility w Erin Mahoney. 8 & up
Whether you want to work on improving your flexibility for your aerial practice or go beyond flex into Contortion, this training offers an exciting opportunity to delve into the world of flexibility and strength. This engaging class provides a safe environment for youth to learn various flex & contortion techniques including stretches, poses, balances, and partner acrobatics while focusing on backbends, handstands, forearm stands, and chin stands. Students will develop flexibility, strength, and body awareness, all while building confidence and fostering a positive relationship with their bodies.
Whether you want to work on improving your flexibility for your aerial practice or go beyond flex into Contortion, this training offers an exciting opportunity to delve into the world of flexibility and strength. This engaging class provides a safe environment for youth to learn various flex & contortion techniques including stretches, poses, balances, and partner acrobatics while focusing on backbends, handstands, forearm stands, and chin stands. Students will develop flexibility, strength, and body awareness, all while building confidence and fostering a positive relationship with their bodies.
$250
Youth fabric 300. 9 & up
For youth who have taken several years in classes and can invert in the air and are ready for drops and other advanced work
For youth who have taken several years in classes and can invert in the air and are ready for drops and other advanced work
$270
Youth Intro to fabric and trapeze w Margaret Hopkins. 9 & up
An introduction to fabric (silks), trapeze and Lyra. We will work close to the ground and work through progressions to build a strong and confident aerial vocabulary
An introduction to fabric (silks), trapeze and Lyra. We will work close to the ground and work through progressions to build a strong and confident aerial vocabulary
$250
Youth level 1 & 2 Mixed Aerial . 9 & up
For students who have taken an intro session and are ready to build aerial vocabulary, strength and ability
For students who have taken an intro session and are ready to build aerial vocabulary, strength and ability
$250
Youth level 1 mixed aerial w Margaret Hopkins. 9 & up
For students 9&up who have already completed at least one intro session! We’ll continue building a solid foundation for progressing on aerial silks, trapeze and lyra, combining strength-building, creativity, and confidence-building in a safe and nurturing environment. We start low to the ground and without needing to hold full body weight. We work on body awareness and connecting to the core & proper shoulder engagement. We will continue to build strength and aerial movement vocabulary, unlocking creativity and connection to the body/self in order to move in the world and in the air with strength, power and grace
For students 9&up who have already completed at least one intro session! We’ll continue building a solid foundation for progressing on aerial silks, trapeze and lyra, combining strength-building, creativity, and confidence-building in a safe and nurturing environment. We start low to the ground and without needing to hold full body weight. We work on body awareness and connecting to the core & proper shoulder engagement. We will continue to build strength and aerial movement vocabulary, unlocking creativity and connection to the body/self in order to move in the world and in the air with strength, power and grace
$250
Youth level 250 mixed aerial. 9 & up
For students who have taken at least 2 years of classes and can easily do pullovers and are comfortable standing on the bar. Fabric focused students must be able to invert in the air. We will be working on drops and longer sequences.
For students who have taken at least 2 years of classes and can easily do pullovers and are comfortable standing on the bar. Fabric focused students must be able to invert in the air. We will be working on drops and longer sequences.
$270
Thrive Movement Studio opened in the summer of 2014 and is a dream come true for Heidi Kirchofer Joel Melendez. It represents years of dreaming and scheming by the dynamic duo and lots of hard work by Heidi, Joel and Heidi's father Charles Kirchofer.
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