Aerial SILKS

 Philosophy

​Aerial fabric is currently a  popular apparatus in recreational programs.  However, starting students with climbs may not be the most accessible way to begin an aerial journey.  If you teach early beginners, we highly recommend starting with the Aerial Fundamentals Teacher Training on the fabric sling.  However, we do allow trainees to enter our program at Silks/Fabric Level 1 should they meet the prerequisites.

Teaching aerial fabric requires a clear understanding of the skills, progressions, technique, spotting, diverse learning modalities, and classroom management to help students find success.  It’s important to notice what a student is ready to progress, and then find unique ways for them to engage with level appropriate material. This allows you to reach more learners and to stay fresh in your own teaching over the long haul.  By entering each class with a beginner’s mind, you will learn something new every time you teach.

SILKS Courses

4 levels
30 contact hours per level (plus 20 practicum hours)
Complete all levels:  receive a 200-hour certificate.

Tracks

Three ways to enter the program = something for everyone.

Track A: 
​Explore Program

Do you live far from a coach or training facility?  Or do you want to refine your technique?  This track will give you an in-depth experience of technique, conditioning, and injury prevention on the apparatus of your choosing to further your personal practice.  Track A will get you pumped for Track B.

​Application Materials:
​ - online application
 - a video of your current aerial practice on the apparatus you wish to study

Track B: 
​Core Program

For aerialists with 1+ years of experience on a target apparatus, currently training at an intermediate level.  This track includes a series of teacher training courses with 4 levels per apparatus.  Choose one apparatus, or take part in as many different "apps" as you like.

Application Materials:
​​ - online application
 - audition video of skills outlined under the apparatus/level you wish to study​

Track C: 
​Master Program

Minimum 5+ years of aerial teaching experience (or 3 years aerial teaching and at least 2 years teaching movement).  This track is about diving deeper into the art of teaching. and includes a mixed level course with fresh ideas to spruce up your classes.


Application Materials:
​​- online application
​ - 2 letters of recommendation
 - complete a Video Review of a 1-hour class

SILKS Faculty & Providers

Born to Fly Core Trainers

Aerial Fundamentals (Sling)
Silks/ Fabric 1
Silks/Fabric 2
Silks/Fabric 3​

Paper Doll Militia

Silks/Fabric 1
​Silks/Fabric 2

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