Youth Aerial Silks & Aerial Dance
Aerial classes for kids and teens who love to climb, move, create and discover what they can do.
Students build strength, coordination, confidence and artistry through progressive instruction on aerial silks and lyra. We welcome new and returning aerialists ages 6–18.
More than learning tricks
We teach aerial as both a physical discipline and a performing art. Students learn skills step by step while developing the strength, technique and understanding needed to progress.
Strong Foundations
Beginning students learn aerial vocabulary, climbs, wraps, foot locks, shapes and conditioning exercises appropriate for their level.
Silks & Lyra
Depending on the class, students may train on aerial silks, lyra hoop or both while exploring different ways to move in the air.
Creativity & Performance
As students progress, they learn to connect skills through sequences, musicality, character and choreography.
What students develop
Progress in aerial takes patience and consistent practice. Each new skill grows from the strength, technique and understanding developed before it.
How aerial training progresses
Classes are organized by age, experience, strength and demonstrated skills—not simply by how long a student has attended.
Beginning Aerial
New students build foundational strength and learn introductory climbs, wraps, poses, foot locks and aerial terminology.
Developing Aerialists
Students expand their vocabulary, improve inversions and transitions, and begin connecting skills with greater control.
Experienced Aerialists
Advanced students work on more complex sequences, endurance, dynamic skills, performance quality and individual artistry.
Step into the world of Weehawken
Aerial at Weehawken brings strength, creativity, dance and theatre together.
Watch our students train, create and take their aerial skills to the stage as part of the larger Weehawken Performance Experience.
What families should know
Aerial differs from a traditional dance class, so placement, clothing and consistent attendance are especially important.
Aerial can become part of the story
Weehawken is both a dance and aerial program. This gives students opportunities to participate in productions that bring movement, theatre and circus arts together.
Depending on enrollment, level and the needs of each production, aerial students may participate in staged performances, demonstrations or community events.
Performance is exciting, but strong training comes first. Skills used in choreography are selected according to each student’s preparation and class level.
Aerial classes for Western Colorado families
Weehawken offers youth aerial silks and aerial dance classes in Montrose, Colorado, serving families from Montrose, Olathe, Delta, Ridgway, Ouray and surrounding communities.
Class locations and schedules may change by semester. Please use the current Youth Aerial schedule for the most accurate class times, levels, locations and availability.
Aerial at Weehawken
Real students, real performances and the creative world they get to enter at Weehawken.
Youth aerial FAQ
Does my child need aerial experience?
No. Beginning classes introduce students to the apparatus and teach foundational vocabulary, strength and technique. Please contact us if you are unsure which class to choose.
Does my child need to be strong or flexible before starting?
No. Students begin with different strengths and abilities. Classes help them gradually develop the conditioning, mobility and coordination used in aerial work.
Can my child try a free youth aerial class?
Our free first-week youth dance trial does not apply to aerial classes. Aerial classes have specialized equipment, placement and enrollment requirements. Please contact us before registering if you have questions.
What should students wear?
Students should wear fitted athletic or dance clothing that covers the backs of the knees and protects the waist and torso. Hair must be secured. Jewelry, zippers and other items that could catch on the apparatus should be removed.
Please read the complete Aerial Dress & Behavior Code before attending class.
How is class placement determined?
Placement considers age, experience, strength, technique, class readiness and demonstrated aerial skills. Students may remain at the same level while building the consistency needed for more advanced work.
Do aerial students perform?
Some classes participate in performances, demonstrations or special events. Opportunities depend on the class, semester, production and student readiness. Check the current registration description for specific performance 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 climb, create and grow?
Explore the current youth aerial schedule or contact us for help finding the right starting place for your child.
