Aerial Silks Classes for Kids & Teens
Progressive aerial training in Ridgway for students from throughout Ouray County.
Children and teens build strength, coordination, confidence and creativity through aerial silks, lyra and aerial movement. Classes are available for new and returning students ages 5 and older.
Strength, artistry and adventure
Aerial gives students a different way to experience movement. They learn to climb, create shapes, move through the air and connect skills while becoming stronger and more confident.
Start With the Foundations
New students begin with introductory shapes, wraps, climbs, foot locks, aerial vocabulary and strength-building exercises.
Progress Step by Step
Skills are introduced through progressions so students can build the technique, strength and understanding required for more complex movement.
Create in the Air
As students advance, they explore sequences, transitions, musicality, character and aerial choreography.
What students develop
Aerial progress is built through consistent practice. Students develop physical ability alongside patience, focus, creativity and confidence.
Aerial training that grows with the student
Class placement considers age, experience, strength, readiness and demonstrated skills. It is normal for students to spend time building consistency within each level.
Intro & Beginning Aerial
Younger and beginning students become comfortable with the apparatus while learning introductory positions, wraps, climbs and conditioning.
Developing Aerialists
Students improve strength, inversions and technique while learning new transitions and connecting familiar skills.
Experienced Aerialists
More experienced students develop longer sequences, endurance, dynamic movement, performance quality and personal artistry.
Step into the world of Weehawken
Our program brings together aerial arts, dance, storytelling and theatrical performance.
Watch Weehawken students train, perform and discover what they can accomplish in the air.
Weekly youth aerial classes in Ridgway
Our Ridgway aerial program serves students from Ridgway, Ouray, Log Hill, Colona and communities throughout Ouray County.
Weehawken Ridgway
The Old School House
1075 Sherman Street
Ridgway, Colorado 81432
Looking for aerial classes near Ouray?
Most of our regularly scheduled Ouray County aerial classes are currently held in Ridgway. Families from Ouray are warmly invited to join the Ridgway program.
We may also offer seasonal workshops, camps or special programming in other Ouray County locations. Check the current schedule for the latest information.
Aerial can become part of the story
Weehawken’s dance and aerial students come together in theatrical productions that allow movement, music, character and circus arts to share the stage.
Depending on the class, production and each student’s preparation, aerialists may participate in staged performances, demonstrations or community events.
Performance is exciting, but training comes first. Skills used in choreography are chosen according to the student’s class level and readiness.
Is aerial right for your child?
Aerial may be a wonderful fit for children and teens who:
Students do not need to arrive already strong or flexible. Those qualities are gradually developed through training.
Aerial at Weehawken
Real students, real performances and the creative world they get to enter at Weehawken.
Dress and preparation matter
Students need clothing that allows instructors to see alignment while protecting the body from the apparatus.
Hair must be completely secured. Jewelry and clothing with zippers, hooks or other pieces that could catch on the apparatus should not be worn. Students should arrive ready to participate and follow the aerial behavior expectations.
Ridgway youth aerial FAQ
What ages can take aerial classes in Ridgway?
We offer Ridgway aerial classes beginning at age 5. Available age groups and levels vary by semester, so please check the current schedule carefully.
Are weekly aerial classes currently offered in Ouray?
Most weekly Ouray County aerial classes are currently held at the Old School House in Ridgway. Ouray families are encouraged to join us there. Seasonal workshops or special programs may occasionally be offered in other locations.
Does my child need previous aerial experience?
No. Beginning classes introduce students to the apparatus and teach foundational vocabulary, strength, technique and body awareness.
Does my child need to be strong or flexible before starting?
No. Children begin with different abilities. Consistent aerial training helps students gradually develop strength, mobility, coordination and confidence.
Can my child take classes in both Ridgway and Montrose?
In some cases, yes. Class level, space and instructor approval may affect which classes can be combined. Please contact us before registering for classes in multiple locations.
Can my child try a free aerial class?
The free first-week youth dance trial does not apply to aerial classes. Aerial has specialized equipment, placement and enrollment requirements. Please contact us if you need help choosing a class.
Do Ridgway aerial students perform?
Some aerial classes participate in productions, demonstrations or special events. Opportunities depend on the class, semester, production and student readiness. Check the current class description for specific expectations.
Are scholarships or payment plans available?
Weehawken offers scholarship opportunities and payment plans for qualifying families. Availability and application requirements may vary by semester.
Ready to begin aerial in Ridgway?
Explore the current youth aerial schedule or contact us for help finding the right class for your child.
