Aerial and Circus Arts

Junior Foundations and Level 1 Aerial Arts 

In this class, kids as young as six can now learn aerials! This is a class for aerialists who are passionate about learning. This six week class series teaches aspiring aerialists fundamental skills on a variety of aerial apparatus including fabrics/silks, lyra/hoop, and trapeze. Students will learn various picturesque poses, and breathtaking sequences, while improving balance, strength, memorization skills and flexibility. Long pants are recommended for all aerial classes. Jewelry must be removed before using aerial silks.

Location: Fraser Valley Rec – Gymnastics Studio
Instructor: Giuliana (Jules) Sheldon

Activity #525723        MIN/MAX: 2/4
Age: 6-8
Day: Wednesdays
Time: 3:45pm – 5:00PM

The current series runs through 10/16/24. The next series will open for registration October 1st and will run 10/23/24 through 12/11/24. No class the final week in October or Thanksgiving week.

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Foundations and Level 1 Aerial Arts 

A class for aerialists who are passionate about learning. This six week class series teaches aspiring aerialists fundamental skills on a variety of aerial apparatus including fabrics/silks, lyra/hoop, and trapeze. Students will learn various picturesque poses, and breathtaking sequences, while improving balance, strength, memorization skills and flexibility. Long pants are recommended for all aerial classes. Jewelry must be removed before using aerial silks.

Location: Fraser Valley Rec – Gymnastics Studio
Instructor: Giuliana (Jules) Sheldon

Activity #525705        MIN/MAX: 2/4
Age: 8-18
Day: Wednesdays
Time: 5:00pm – 6:00PM

The current series runs through 10/16/24. The next series will open for registration October 1st and will run 10/23/24 through 12/11/24. No class the final week in October or Thanksgiving week.

Activity #525705        MIN/MAX: 2/4
Age: 8-18
Day: Thursdays
Time: 3:45pm – 5:00PM

The current series runs through 10/17/24. The next series will open for registration October 1st and will run 10/24/24 through 12/12/24. No class the final week in October or Thanksgiving week.

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Level 2 and 3 Aerial Arts

All level 2 and 3 students must have preapproval prior to registration or they will be removed from the roster. This class is for students who have mastered level one skills. In this 6 week series we will learn more advanced skills that require inversions and climbing. Practice begins with a thorough warm up, followed by conditioning. New skills will be taught, and old skills reviewed and perfected on aerial fabrics, sling, hoop, and trapeze.

Location: Fraser Valley Rec – Gymnastics Studio
Instructor: Giuliana (Jules) Sheldon
Activity #:525708         MIN/MAX: 2/4
Age: 8-18
Day: Tuesdays and/or Thursdays
Time: 5:00-6:00PM

The current Tuesday series runs through 10/15/24. The current Thursday series runs through 10/17/24. The next series will open for registration October 1st and will run 10/22/24 through 12/10/24 (Tuesdays) and 10/24/24 through 12/12/24 (Thursdays). No class the final week in October or Thanksgiving week. Sign up for one day or both!

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Friday Aerial Class
This class is for first timers and experienced aerialists alike! Register on a week by week basis to learn skills on the aerial silks, hoop, trapeze, sling, and more! Participants will also have the opportunity to play on the trampoline. Ages 9+. Long pants are recommended for all aerial classes. Jewelry must be removed before using aerial silks.

Location: Fraser Valley Rec – Gymnastics Studio
Instructor: Giuliana (Jules) Sheldon
Activity #: 525721                  MIN/MAX: 2/8
Age: 9-18                                   Ability Level: ALL
Day: F
Time: 4:00-5:00P
Fee: $10 per class members / $15 per class nonmembers

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Adult and Teen Aerial Fabrics

This aerial fabrics class is for individuals (15+) who want to learn basic skills on the aerial fabrics (AKA silks, or tissu.) Aerial fabrics are a fun, flowy, and athletic way to build strength, flexibility, and coordination. We will utilize both traditional ‘two strand’ fabrics, as well as aerial slings or hammocks that create a loop. This class is geared toward beginners and first timers, but more advanced skills will be taught to returning students. This class is inclusive of all genders and fitness levels! Class will be held outside on the pool patio when weather permits. Otherwise, class will remain indoors in our Gymnastics Area. Long pants are recommended for all aerial classes. Jewelry must be removed before using aerial silks.

Location: Gymnastics Studio
Instructor: Giuliana (Jules) Sheldon
Activity #: 545714                MIN/MAX: 2/8
Age: 15-115                            Ability Level: ALL
Day: F
Time: 6:30P-7:30P
Fee: $10 members / $15 nonmembers

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Aerial Hoop and Trapeze Class

Class will consist of a thorough warm up, followed by conditioning on and off the trapeze or aerial hoop. We will work on connecting moves into fun sequences and flows. New skills will be taught for each class, and old skills revisited. Participants must be 12 or older. Class will be held in the Gymnastics Area during Winter months. During the Summer, class will move outside on the pool patio when weather permits. Long pants are recommended for all aerial classes.

Location: Gymnastics Studio
Instructor: Giuliana (Jules) Sheldon
Activity #: 545724                MIN/MAX: 2/8
Age: 12-112                            Ability Level: ALL
Day: Th
Time: 11:00A-12:00P
Fee: $10 members / $15 nonmembers

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Aerial Strengthen, Stretch and Flow – Coming June 2025

Have you always wanted to try aerial/circus arts, but been intimidated to try? This is your chance to get an introduction to a unique artform, without the barriers of cost, or feeling like you aren’t strong or flexible enough. Aerial stretch, strengthen, and flow incorporates aerial silks and slings into a yoga-style class that is accessible for all levels! Gain strength, balance, flexibility, and coordination while having fun! Class will be held outside on the pool patio when weather permits. In case of rain, class will be in the group fitness room, and will focus on conditioning. We recommend coming every week in order to access the full benefits of this practice, but drop ins are welcome.

Location: Pool Patio
Instructor: Giuliana (Jules) Sheldon
Activity #: TBD                    MIN/MAX: 2/6
Age: 15-115                            Ability Level: ALL
Day: TBD
Time: TBD
Fee: $7 at the door/ $5 online registration

Private and Semi-private Aerial Lessons For All Ages

Learn new skills on your apparatus of choice, be it aerial silks, trapeze, or lyra (aerial hoop) with undivided instructor attention. There is no limit to the skills you can learn in one hour! Join “Born to Fly” certified instructor Giuliana ‘Jules’ Sheldon in individualized lessons. Gain strength, flexibility, and muscle memory by learning new poses, skills, climbs, and tricks on our state of the art equipment.
Jules teaches all levels of aerial arts from first timers to advanced students. She specializes in aerial silks, and has her Born to Fly Level 1 Fabrics Certification. For more information on privates or semi-privates, send her an email at Jules@fraservalleyrec.org.

2024 Cost: Prices before member discount
                                Semi-Privates          Privates
Single Lesson          $35 each                     $60
5 Lessons                 $125 each                    $235
10 Lessons                $235 each                   $410
                         

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