Business Details
9 Years
experience
Aerial Arts Classes & Camps in Denver, CO
Gravity Aerial Arts was founded in 2017 with a mission to create a safe, inclusive space where individuals of all ages and skill levels can explore the joy of aerial arts. Our studio fosters a supportive community environment, emphasizing the transfer of knowledge through expert instruction and collaborative learning. Our instructors, who have trained globally with renowned aerial artists, bring decades of combined experience and a commitment to continuous learning. We prioritize safety through structured progressions, professional equipment installation, and thorough warm-ups.Performance opportunities, including bi-annual recitals and community events, allow students to showcase their skills. Our partnerships with the Denver circus community and guest workshops ensure diverse perspectives and advanced training. We believe aerial arts empower personal growth, creativity, and physical strength while building lasting connections among students and instructors.
Services
Aerial Fabric Classes
Hoop/Lyra Classes
Trapeze Instruction
Aerial Sling Workshops
Flexibility Training
Youth Aerial Camps
Private Aerial Parties
Performance Coaching
Open Gym Sessions
Rope Jam Events
Details
- Year established: 2017
Highlights and features
- We offer expert instruction from globally trained aerialists with decades of combined experience.
- Our studio prioritizes safety with professional equipment installation and structured progressions.
- We provide diverse performance opportunities for students of all skill levels.
- Our community-focused approach fosters collaboration and personal growth.
- We partner with Denver's circus community for expanded learning and networking.
What people say
Supportive community
Experienced instructors
Creative expression
Safe environment
Performance opportunities
Services
Aerial Fabric Classes
Learn foundational to advanced aerial fabric skills including poses, sequences, and drops. Classes focus on building strength, flexibility, and technique while emphasizing safe progressions. Students work on solo and group choreography for performance opportunities.
Hoop/Lyra Instruction
Master skills on suspended hoops including mounts, dismounts, spins, and transitions. Classes cater to beginners through advanced students, developing technical proficiency and artistic expression in a supportive environment with professional rigging.
Youth Aerial Camps
Seasonal camps for ages 6-17 combine aerial training with circus-themed crafts. Campers build strength and creativity through fabric, hoop, and trapeze instruction while preparing short performances. Sessions include morning and afternoon options with full-day availability.
Private Aerial Parties
Customizable private classes for birthdays, bachelorettes, and team-building events. Participants learn basic aerial skills in a fun setting with options for photo sessions and performance showcases. Available for groups of various sizes and experience levels.
Open Gym Sessions
Dedicated practice time for experienced aerialists to refine skills with access to equipment. Sessions maintain a 2:1 student-to-apparatus ratio for safety, with shared point options available for cost-sharing between participants.
People
Megan McMaster
Owner/Instructor/Performer
Denver native Megan McMaster founded Gravity Aerial Arts after 15+ years performing with groups like Devotchka and Elephant Revival. She completed business training through Rocky Mountain Micro Finance Institute and co-founded the studio in 2017.
Robyn Julian
Aerial Instructor/Performer
Robyn has trained since 2010 with Miraas Circus Arts and studied in locations ranging from Santa Cruz to Melbourne. She combines classical violin training with aerial performance, emphasizing musicality in choreography.
Addie Pitre
Aerial Instructor/Performer
Addie brings expertise from Denver's Aerial Cirque Over and Miraas Circus Arts. Her teaching focuses on self-empowerment through movement, with performance experience at Sonic Bloom Festival and New Orleans events.
Yuina Satoh
Aerial Instructor/Performer
Yuina specializes in aerial straps, drawing from her San Francisco training and gymnastics background. She expands her expertise to include lyra, hand balancing, and duo acts while emphasizing graceful technique.
Rachel Speights
Aerial Instructor/Performer
Rachel combines her chemistry career with aerial instruction, performing at festivals and theatrical productions. She teaches fabric and experimental apparatuses while mentoring students in partner and group aerial techniques.
Questions
What age groups do you accept for aerial classes?
We offer classes for ages 6+ with youth programs starting at age 6 and adult classes for teens and adults.
Do I need prior experience to join classes?
No experience is required for beginner classes. Most programs accept all skill levels with prerequisites listed for advanced sessions.
What safety measures are in place?
We use professional rigging, foam flooring, and 2:1 student-to-apparatus ratios. Instructors use spotting techniques and require thorough warm-ups.
Can I rent studio space for private practice?
Open gym sessions provide access to equipment for experienced aerialists with scheduled time slots available.
Are there performance opportunities?
We produce bi-annual recitals, original productions, and community performances with opportunities for students at various skill levels.
What should I wear to class?
Wear form-fitting clothing without zippers or jewelry. Avoid lotions and bring water for hydration during sessions.
