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Understanding correct form, technique, and aerial theory are key to your growth as an aerialist. We will identify what you need so you will not only gain strength and endurance, but have efficient movement in the air. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f611d3ce2c630478dbb2543/1602347580836-BMR74BDKTZRTVTLFQ4WB/0019-IML_9457.jpg Looking to Improve - Conditioning - Flexibility - Skill Development Your personalized plan will include the conditioning, flexibility, and skill development training you need to reach your unique goals. We will target the muscles that are under-active, release the muscles that are overactive, and create challenging yet attainable skill progressions. https://www.whirlybirdaerialfitness.com/about daily 0.75 2023-09-06 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f611d3ce2c630478dbb2543/1601561411442-9BOTJQBVNN8T50F6Y7VW/IMG_0943.jpg About - Joining the Circus One moment changed the trajectory of my life and opened up a brand new world of being an aerialist. It started at a dinner with a casual comment from friends. They were in a circus and wanted us to see the show. After being mesmerized by the Triton Trouper Circus, I too dreamed of joining the circus. I waited a whole year for my opportunity. I walked into that gym for the first time with no formal dance, gymnastic, rock climbing, or any other remotely related experience, but I was hooked. Over the next several years, I performed in multiple aerial acts including swinging trapeze, static trapeze, and Spanish web. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f611d3ce2c630478dbb2543/1601500043879-LKCF9VKPKLN8KED79K5S/DSC_0036+%281%29.jpg About - Creating Community Life happens - I had a move to Knoxville, TN, and a new husband and baby. An article buried in the lifestyle section of the newspaper brought me to the next chapter of my aerial story. I had just found what would become my circus family. From our collective love for aerial and circus, Dragonfly Aerial Arts Studio was born. Dragonfly turned into a special place, a non-profit with a community focus. 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