Memories from Aerial Hoop Experiences retreat
I can not promise you splits or pull ups in two weeks. But I can walk through my approach to teaching:
First of all we raise a few questions: What are your goals? Is it a specific trick, tackling injuries or healthier aerial habits. What is the timeline? Is it a few lessons or a course on a specific topic, what is your training schedule and availability.
Second - I usually ask to perform a few moves for me to get a picture of the current physical state, muscle awareness and apparatus-specific knowledge. It is usually basics!
Lastly we answer the questions raised in the beginning as we both share our insights.
This is where you decide if my approach fits your needs, and if it does how do we continue working. Planning at least a few lessons is beneficial for all! I can teach in depth not overwhelming with information, giving you space to take in, it also allows me to monitor progress and offer adjustments and insights. Also it is cheaper, it helps me to plan and you - to keep the motivation. It does not need to be every week, depends on training habits and the need.
With years of experience in both training and teaching, I draw on a range of methods - working through dialogue and experimentation to find what works best for each person. While strength and flexibility needs to adapt by evaluating habits, injuries, over working/ under working muscles, trick wise it is also not just showing it. Starting from details that might have been overlooked, as correct positioning or even clothing, there is also a strong psychological angle of focus points, bodily instincts and fear. All of these things have to be considered and are equally important.
CORE VALUES
1. No Room for Harm
Whether training professionally or recreationally, circus is already physically demanding. That’s why I hold space for encouragement—not psychological pressure. A healthy physical practice requires a healthy mental environment.
2. Respect for All Bodies
Body image struggles are real, and they don’t belong in the training space. I foster an inclusive, diverse, and respectful atmosphere where every body is valued, and strength takes many forms.
3. Collaborative Learning
There is no single method that works for everyone. I value communication and exploration—working together to find the pathways that make sense for you. We test, adapt, and listen.
4. Mind–Body Connection
Learning isn’t just physical. I pay attention to the psychological aspects of movement: fear, instinct, attention, and emotional patterns all play a part in your progress.
5. Dialogue Around Finances
Money is a charged topic today—but it doesn’t have to be. I recognize the inequality in the arts and know what it’s like not to afford the support you need. My pricing can be flexible and discussed with honesty and respect.
6. Injury Prevention Over Ego
Pushing through pain is not a badge of honor. I focus on longevity, injury awareness, and sustainable practice, rather than fast gains or tricks for the sake of appearance.
7. Feedback Is a Two-Way Street
I offer honest, constructive guidance and invite the same. Teaching is a relationship—I want you to feel safe, heard, and part of the process.
Taught aerial hoop, silks and movement workshops in
Riga | LV Bergen | NO Bratislava | SK Munich, Düsseldorf, Karlsruhe | DE Cintegabelle | FR Rorschach | CH