Straps training tip – “coat hanger”
Training straps has multiple benefits: Increase strength to suit your own body weight, helps becoming more aerially aware and many
Straps training to make healthy shoulders – Straps series 1
The discipline of straps is not new to circus, but in recent years, it has become increasingly popular as a
The question of spotting – or not?
As a coach, I have spent many hours spotting enthusiastic students learning anything from basic to high level skills. During
The love affair between the Circus and the Pendulum – Part 4
Single point swinging aerial disciplines How do the laws of the pendulum affect students doing single point apparatus like straps,
The love affair between the Circus and the Pendulum – Part 3
Russian swings The next swinging discipline I would like to highlight is the use of the Russian swing in circus.
The love affair between the Circus and the Pendulum – Part 2
Swinging Trapeze and Cloudswing In Part 1 of this four-part series, I spoke about the factors which influence the height
The love affair between the Circus and the Pendulum – Part 1
Pendulum (from the Latin word “pendulus” which means “hanging”) Flying trapeze This is the first part of a 4-part series
Preparing for Your Audition
I was recently asked for my advice for students in preparing for an audition. I have written this blog to
