Results For Category: "Staying Tight"
January 24, 2016
Exercises Every Aerialist Should Do: the problem with the ‘hollow’ body
I have used it before in the past and I’ve worked with others who have used it. In certain circles, it’s quite…
May 1, 2015
Stopping the flinch: getting serious about core control
For many, it happens the moment they start pulling when doing a pull-up or a climb. It’s also there all too often…
January 2, 2015
Good news for flyers: you don’t have to be tight!
That’s right, flyers: for those of you who have struggled with this and for those for whom it’s never been an issue,…
November 2, 2014
Strong stable shoulders: How to grip the bar and why your head position matters
This month, things are going to get practical, comprehensive and maybe a little bit controversial. Over the past two months, I’ve focused…
The method behind the madness, part 4
You’ve come a long way since the thrill of the first knee-hang catch. By the time you complete your Level 2 Sign-off…
The method behind the madness, part 3
Perhaps this is obvious (or perhaps not), but it’s worth noting that the primary focus of Level 2 is preparing you for…
The method behind the madness, part 2
It may surprise you to learn that your journey from Level 1 to Level 2 can begin as early as your second…
Flying Trapeze Basics: catch point and landings
Let’s talk about some flying trapeze ‘basics’. Whether you’re new to flying trapeze or you’ve been around for a while, I’m sure…
Finding your takeoff
Flying trapeze works a bit like a line of dominoes. In order to make them fall in the pleasing pattern you want,…
Going back to basics: staying ‘tight’
We’ve all heard it and most instructors have probably said it: Stay tight! But what does it mean and why is it…