New Straps Class

NEW STRAPS CLASS
  • Tutor: @valensunfire
  • Mondays @ 6:30pm
  • Starting April 8th.

Training straps requires a high degree of strength, flexibility, and coordination from the artist. Movements often involve wrapping, twisting, and contorting the body around the straps while maintaining balance and control. Artists will incorporate spins, drops, flips, and other dynamic movements to create visually stunning routines.

Note: not for the beginners.

This is not for the absolute beginner with no aerial or trained-movement experience. We recommend that you train fabric or rope for a few months first and take one of our popular Condiflex or PuBH classes to prepare and prime the body.

straps class

Easter Camp for Kids & Teens

When:
  • 26-28 March & 2-4 April
  • Tuesday to Thursday
  • 10am to 1pm

Come for the full camp @ €100 per child, or just book in for a day or two @ €40 per day. Suitable for complete beginners as well as those who want to stay connected with the circus arts practice during the holidays (or who want to show-off their skills to their friends).

Bookings are now open on our Website.

Easter Camp

WITNESS: A curated witnessing of 5 Shows in 2 days!

JOIN US on WITNESS

May 24-25: €75

5 SHOWS
CURATORS
  • Shane Holohan
  • Betty Duffy DDF2024 Supported by Dublin Dance Festival and Arts Council Ireland

Note: this is included in the CREATE project.

#witnessing #dance #aerialdancetheatre #seeingisbelieving #artisticresearch #create #explore #feedingtheartisticsoul

Shadow Puppetry

SHADOW PUPPETRY

Weekend Course: April 13 - 14

Book Now

shadowpuppetry

Saturday, 13th April: 3pm to 9pm

CONSTRUCTION & RECORDING Learn the fundamentals of how to construct, choreograph and record shadow puppets

Sunday, 14th April: 10am to 4pm

INTERACTION & PERFORMANCE How to use and perform with Shadow Puppets (live & recorded)

Facilitator: Daniel Livingston

FEES

Day 1 only: €100; Weekend fee: €150

Funded by @artscouncilireland

Note: this is included in the CREATE project.

#shadowpuppetry #phibsborough #professionaldevelopment #circusartist

CREATE: Meet the Outside Eyes

CREATE 2024

Outside Eyes

An integral part of the CREATE project are our team of OUTSIDE EYES. Their purpose is to support the artists in making decisions about their emerging research and act creation. An Outside Eye holds the space for the artist whilst also offering an alternative point-of-view. They are continually drawing from their own expertise and experience.

CREATE2024 Outside Eyes

  • Dave Kelly (theatre)
  • Betty Duffy (theatre)
  • Robyn Byrne (dance)
  • Shane Holohan (circus)

More on each of our tutors here.

Up coming events

Saturday 10:00am to 11:30am 30th March

Kids & Teens

Saturday 12:00pm to 1:30pm 30th March

Kids & Teens
Fabric or Rope (mixed level)
Foundations (supports)
Condi-Flex

Saturday 1:30pm to 3:00pm 30th March

Open Training

Monday 4:30pm to 6:00pm 1st April

Kids & Teens

Monday 6:30pm to 8:00pm 1st April

Foundations (Verticals)
Fabric/Rope (Explorer to Skilled)
Condi-Flex
Open Training

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CREATE: A circus act creation course Performance

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What our students think

Taking flight is made up of a talented and passionate team of trainers and performers who know how to push you to achieve your goals, and make it fun along the way. Shane works tirelessly to deliver personalised support for every student, always looking for new ways to ensure everyone gets the most out of classes, no matter your level.
-- Mia


After recently attending an aerial bootcamp at Taking Flight, I found the space perfect for aerial. The atmosphere was friendly and fun, the training was fantastic, catering to all levels.
-- Richard