ATLANTIC BEACH, Fla. – If you’ve ever attended a Cirque du Soleil show and wondered if you could perform those incredible tricks, wonder no more.
Jax Beach Aerial Arts in Atlantic Beach is offering classes for people of all ages to learn circus skills.
They offer classes starting at ages 6 and up, and you can learn skills on everything from aerial silks to hoop, also known as Lyra.
Co-owners Rachel Mullins and Chanel Pereira emphasize that there is a class for everyone, regardless of skill level or interest.
“Everyone has to start from somewhere, and everyone gets better with practice,” Mullins said. “If it’s something that you want to do and something you think you might be interested in, then I would encourage you to just give it a try.”
Not only do they make the studio welcoming, Pereira shared that they also make sure it’s safe. The studio is equipped with crash mats, and all instructors are certified to ensure a safe learning environment.
“We make sure everyone’s all good to go, and we just go to every person to make sure they’re comfortable with the moves,” Pereira said.
While you may not run away to join the circus, you can train like a circus star and even perform like one, no matter your age.
“Our oldest student is actually 72 years old, and she’s been doing Lyra for about, I would say, about five years,” Pereira explained.
“I started my aerial journey when I was 39 and a half,” Mullins said. “A lot of people think that they’ve grown out of that as something that kids who are gymnasts do, but you can absolutely start this as an adult.”
For those interested in getting their kids involved in circus classes, Jax Beach Aerial Arts will offer workshops over the summer.
To learn more or sign up for a class, visit the Jax Beach Aerial Arts website.
