Despite the complex physics of such equipment, Frequent Flyers classes make aerial dance accessible to beginners. Smith says her students come with a variety of movement experience — rock ...

Aerial classes incorporate elements of acrobatics, dance, and strength training using suspended equipment to help you perform gravity-defying movements. Instead of relying on the floor for support ...

Nathan Getz, playing the role of the Mad Hatter Tea Party Guest and The King of Hearts, left, performs during an Iluminar Aerial Dance Company rehearsal for an adaptation of "Alice in Wonderland ...