SILKSCURRICULUM
Coming back after a time away? Joining us from another studio? It can be hard to figure out where to jump in. Here's an overview of what you'll learn in each silks level. Don't be scared to re-learn what you've done in the past - revisiting moves once you're stronger and more advanced will help you improve your silks foundation and make you a better aerialist!
Introductory Silks Workshop
Shoulder Shrugs
Tucks
Rows
Knot - Coffin
Knot - Straddle
Knot - Upside Down Dancer's Pose
Knot - Cocoon
If time: French Climb
One More Try-It-Out Workshop
Pre-Requisite: Intro Silks Workshop
Learn or Review French Climb
Figure-8 Foot Knot
Air Split
Peter Pan
Review Knot Moves
Beginner A
(can be done before or after B)
Pre-Requisite: both Intro Workshops OR prior aerial experience.
Review Foot Knot - from ground and in air
Review Air Split and Peter Pan
Seated Moulin Rouge
Floor Exercise - straddle leg lifts
Hip Key - rolled from ground
Knot - Straddle Lifts
Knot - Diamond Leg Straddle Ups
Knot - Straddle Hook Gazelle
Standing Moulin Rouge
Transition b/w Moulin Rouges
5 Second Hold b/w Silks
Straddle Without Knot
Knot - Straddle Hook Gazelle Hipkey
Double Foot Knot Splits
Splits Roll
Put Together 3-5 Move Sequence
Beginner B
(can be done before or after A)
Pre-Requisite: both Intro Workshops OR prior aerial experience.
Review Foot Knot - from ground and in air
Review Air Split and Peter Pan
Standing Lean Out
Seated Lean Out
Knot - Straddle Lifts
Knot - Diamond Leg Straddle Ups
Knot - Straddle Hook Gazelle
Hood Ornament - Split Silk Version
Straddle Hook Belay
Frog
Lotus
Scorpion
Alternate Way Out of Scorpion
Warrior 2
Teapot
Rebecca Split
Beginner C
Pre-Requisite: Beginner A and B or adequate prior experience.
Minimum 8-week session.
Charlie Chaplin aka Double Ankle Hang
Hipkeys Up in the Air
Opposite Side Hook Climb to Hipkey with Scoop
Cradle 1 (wrap legs)
Cradle 2 (wrap torso)
Cradle 3 (wrap both)
Cradle of Death
Revolving Door
Revolving Door Exit to Hipkey
Sequences of the Day - build endurance and learn to transition between skills.
Review everything from Beginner A, B, and C.
Create your own routine and perform for class.
Intermediate A
(Can be done before or after Intermediate B)
Pre-Requisite: completion of Beginner C or adequate prior experience.
Strength Requirement: straddles up in the air.
Minimum 4-week session.
Circus Climb aka Straddle Climb
Double Crochet X-Back Slide
Gazelle Descent
Scissors
Scissor Sit
Scissor Sit to Knee Hang (3 Ways Out)
Scissor Sit to Mermaid
Humpty Dumpty Drop
Intermediate B
(Can be done before or after Intermediate A)
Pre-Requisite: completion of Beginner C or adequate prior experience.
Strength Requirement: double foot knot in the air.
Minimum 4-week session.
Butterfly aka Straddle Back Balance
Butterfly Entries:
X Behind the Head
Arabesque
Beaman Sit
Georgia Twist
Pin Up
Kick Ass Backwards Roll
Butterfly Exits:
Simple
Ninja Exit
Explode into Splits
The Schexit
Bonus: The Canadian
Bonus: Dynamic Arm Catch (Advanced)
Intermediate C
(Can be done before or after Intermediate D)
Pre-Requisite: complete of Intermediate A & B or adequate prior aerial experience.
Strength Requirement: confident straddles up in the air.
Minimum 4-week session.
Single Pencil Drop
Single Star Drop
Straight Leg Lock
Sequences to build endurance
Review and clean-up
Intermediate D
(Can be done before or after Intermediate C)
Pre-Requisite: complete of Intermediate A & B or adequate prior aerial experience.
Strength Requirement: confident straddles and hipkeys up in the air.
Minimum 8-week session.
Eggbeater Lace Lock
360 Eggbeater Drop
Hipkey Drop
Kerri Krunch
Flamenco to S-Lock
Butterfly Knee Hang
Butterfly Toe Hang
Stagged Wheel Down
Sequences to build endurance
Review and clean-up
A Note About Advanced Silks
Our advanced silks curriculum is broken into blocks. Each block typically revolves around developing a capstone move or skill. These blocks don't need to be completed in a specific order, so long as you have the appropriate foundation.
Ex. You should master Double Stars before attempting Triple or Quadruple Star Drops.
Advanced silks doesn't have an end destination and the curriculum will continue to grow. One goal we have is for our members to learn how to explore and create new moves safely on their own.
Advanced silks is also not "one-and-done." By the time you are here, you have a vast arsenal of drops and poses. You must continually practice and revisit what you've learned. Our schedule will cycle through the different blocks; join again if you need an in-depth refresher.
Something else we expect of our advanced members: a dedication to building strength and improving technique. Pointed toes and straight legs are considered standard by this time.
Advanced Silks A
Intro to Multi-Stars
Pre-Requisite: completion of Intermediate C & D or adequate previous experience.
Strength Requirement: nearing straight leg straddles.
Star and a Half
Double Star from Flamenco
Double Star from Tick-Tock
Double Star from Switchy-Switchy
Advanced Silks B
Falling Angels
Pre-Requisite: completion of Intermediate C & D or adequate previous experience.
Strength Requirement: nearing straight leg straddles.
X-Back to Crucifix
Pull Overs
Triple Falling Angel
X-Back Variants ex. Zipper
Build to Double Falling Angel aka Death Plane
Advanced Silks C
Exploring Sloth Drop
Pre-Requisite: completion of Intermediate C & D or adequate previous experience.
Strength Requirement: nearing straight leg scissors.
Cupid
Secretary
Sloth Drop
and Sequences
Advanced Silks D, E, F, G, and Beyond
TBA