FALL 2025 YOUTH AERIAL DANCE AT WEEHAWKEN!

Schedule Release for Fall 2025!

Registration opens July 1 | Final deadline: September 14 (if space is available)

The Weehawken Aerial Dance program runs year-round, offering 28 weeks of inspiring instruction divided into two semesters. Each semester culminates in a performance at the Montrose Pavilion, where every student has the chance to soar on stage and showcase their progress.Classes are offered for ages 6 through 18 and are semester-based commitments, with tuition reflecting a 14-week session. Most classes perform in one show, while older and more advanced students may perform multiple times.Dancers enrolled in Level 3/4 and above are eligible to audition for featured roles—these roles include additional rehearsal time and expanded stage opportunities, offering a deeper and more challenging performance experience.Whether your dancer is just beginning or ready to take flight at a higher level, Weehawken’s aerial program blends strength, creativity, and confidence in every class. We follow a set curriculum taught by certified instructors, with an emphasis on strong technique, high-quality training, and level-appropriate progression.Our program is built with safety, structure, and long-term growth in mind—providing a consistent, supportive, and enriching experience for every student.

AGE & PLACEMENT GUIDE:

Not sure where your dancer belongs? Use this quick reference to help guide your aerial journey.

Intro to Aerial (Ages 6+)
Perfect for brand-new beginners! This class introduces the fundamentals in a fun, supportive setting.
Primary Circus Dance (Ages 6+)
A lively mix of ground and air—combining hip hop, jazz, and aerial movement. Ideal for beginners who want it all!
Aerial 1 (Ages 8–10.5)
For students with some movement experience or who are ready for the next step after Intro.
Aerial 2 (Ages 10.5–13)
Builds on foundational skills with more technique, strength, and aerial vocabulary.
Silks 1/2 (Ages 11+)
For students progressing from Aerial 2 or starting silks work at an older age.
Silks 3/4 (Ages 13+)
Designed for advanced students ready for more complex sequences and choreography.
Lyra Hoop (Ages 10+)
For students interested in exploring bar apparatus. Lyra emphasizes strength, lines, and balance.

For full details on level placement, expectations, and class progression, CLICK HERE!

Weekly Class Schedule

Note: Many of our classes are intentionally structured as mixed-level (e.g., Silks 1/2 or Silks 3/4) to better support students at different stages of development, offer appropriate challenges, and allow for more flexible placement based on experience and instructor recommendation.

Monday

MONDAYS IN RIDGWAY

📍 The Old School House

• 3:15–4:15 PM
Primary Circus Dance! Hip Hop/Jazz and Aerial!
with Miss Ashlin & Miss Natasha
(Ages 6–8)

MONDAYS IN OURAY

📍 At Hypoxia

• 4:45–5:30 PM
Intro to Aerial
with Miss Natasha
(Ages 6–9)

• 5:30–6:30 PM
Aerial 1/2 Fabric
with Miss Natasha
(Ages 8–10.5)

• 6:30–7:30 PM
Silks 1/2
with Miss Natasha
(Ages 10+)

MONDAYS IN MONTROSE

📍 The Flex Rec

• 3:45–4:45 PM
Primary Circus Dance! Hip Hop/Jazz and Aerial!
with Miss Leeann & Miss Alexandria
(Ages 6–8)

• 4:45–5:45 PM
Aerial 1
with Miss Alexandria
(Ages 8–10.5)

Tuesday

Tuesdays IN MONTROSE

📍 The Flex Rec

• 4:00–5:00 PM
Aerial 1
with Miss Alexandria R.
(Ages 8–10.5)

• 5:00–6:00 PM
Silks 1/2
with Miss Alexandria R.
(Ages 10+)

• 6:00–7:00 PM
Lyra
with Miss Alexandria R.
(Ages 10+)

📍Black Canyon Gymnastics

• 7:15–8:15 PM
Silks 3/4
with Miss Alexandria R.
(Ages 12+ with instructor approval)

Wednesday

Wednesdays IN RIDGWAY

📍 The Old School House

• 6:00–7:00 PM
Aerial 2+ Fabric & Lyra
with Miss Natasha
(Ages 10.5+)

Wednesdays IN OURAY

📍 At Hypoxia

• 4:00–5:00 PM
Aerial 1/2 Fabric
with Miss Alexandria R.
(Ages 8–10.5)

• 5:00–6:00 PM
Teen Silks – All Levels
with Miss Alexandria R.
(Ages 10+)

Thursday

Thursdays IN RIDGWAY

📍 The Old School House

• 3:15–4:15 PM
Aerial 1+ Fabric & Lyra
with Miss Natasha
(Ages 8–10.5)

thursdays IN MONTROSE

📍 The Flex Rec

• 3:45–4:30 PM
Intro to Aerial 1
with Miss Alexandria R.
(Ages 6–8)

• 4:30–5:15 PM
Intro to Aerial 2
with Miss Alexandria R.
(Ages 9–11)

📍Black Canyon Gymnastics

• 7:30–8:30 PM
Silks 3/4
with Miss Alexandria R.
(Ages 12+ with instructor approval)

2025 Fall Semester Aerial Dance Fees

Weehawken Aerial Dance Class Pricing (Montrose Only)
Per Class | 14-Week Session

Tuition Rates (Per Class):
• 45-minute class – $275
• 60-minute class – $325
• 75-minute class – $405

Additional Fees:
• Show Fee – $50
• Annual Registration Fee – $25 (paid once per year)
• Aerial Leads Rehearsal Fee – $50 per semester (if cast in an aerial role requiring rehearsals outside of class, level 3/4 students only)

Total for the Fall Semester (60-minute class): $400
This includes 14 weeks of instruction, costume rental, and a performance in our Polar Express production!

If your aerialist continues in the spring, you'll only pay $375 for the semester—since the registration fee is paid annually.

Payment plans and scholarships are available.
Click here to learn more about scholarships.

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Auditions for Lead Roles

Our most advanced aerialists (level 3/4), may audition for featured and lead roles in our productions.

Auditions for this semester will be held on September 7, 2025.

Click here to learn more about auditions, the process, and what rehearsals look like.

What to Expect During Show Week

The show is split-cast, with five dress rehearsals and six performances during show week. While details are still being finalized, the information below should help give you a general idea of what your week might look like.

For the most current show information, please visit the Performance Information section under the Parent’s Hub. This is your best resource for updates as we get closer to show week.

Montrose Intro to Aerial and Circus Dance classes (ages 6–8) will perform in Cast B, Show 3 on Friday night (12/12), with a dress rehearsal earlier that day.
Montrose Aerial 1 and Intro to Aerial 2 classes (ages 8–10) will perform in Cast A, Show 2 on Thursday night (12/11), with a dress rehearsal on Monday (12/8).
Montrose Silks 1/2, Lyra, and Silks 3/4 classes will perform in Cast A, both Shows 1 (Wednesday, 12/10) and 2 (Thursday, 12/11), with a dress rehearsal on Monday, December 8.
Most Ridgway Aerial classes will perform on Sunday (12/14), with dress rehearsal earlier that day.
Circus Dance classes in Ridgway will perform in either Saturday evening (12/13) or Sunday (12/14), depending on cast assignment.
Teen Aerial in Ouray will perform in Saturday evening (12/13) and/or Sunday matinee (12/14) with dress rehearsal most likely on Tuesday, 12/9.

Please refer to your dancer’s class description at registration for specific cast placement at this point. Additional casting information, key dates, and show details will be emailed in October or November.

For additional information—including important dates, uniform requirements, policies, and performance details—please visit the Parent Hub, Shop, and the About Us dropdown menu. Check out the Teacher page to learn more about your child’s instructor, listed next to each class.

AERIAL DRESS & BEHAVIOR CODE HERE