Cirque De Silk

adult classes

Find your perfect class.

Whether you’re taking your first steps into the air or building on years of aerial training, our adult aerial classes are designed to help you grow in skill and confidence. 

Each level supports your progress from foundational techniques to fluid sequences and advanced tricks. Our passionate team of instructors will guide you safely and confidently through the movement and disciplines. 

Ages – Adult classes 16+ years old

Discount for your first class included in the guide!

Cirque De Silk Aerial Silks Teacher
Level 1 - Silks Foundation

Open to: Complete beginners or regular beginners, no experience needed!

What to expect:

Your journey starts here! This class focuses on the foundations of aerial silks, including:

  • Basic climbs
  • Footlocks
  • Knot work
  • Straddles


Your instructor will give plenty of hands-on support and spotting to ensure you feel safe and confident as you begin exploring movement in the air. You’ll build body awareness, strength, and confidence to prepare for independent aerial work.

Pricing:

Drop in session – £15 per session

Monday 7:15pm – 8:15pm

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Pre-requisites:

  • Footlock from a climb
  • Able to climb independently
  • Working towards hiplocks (any entry)


What to expect:

This class bridges the gap between beginner and intermediate levels. You’ll refine your technique, increase stamina, and start exploring more fluid sequences. Expect to:

  • Link movements together in short sequences
  • Build aerial endurance
  • Learn new conditioning drills
  • Unlock new skills and pathways on the silks

Your teacher will continue to guide you through safe progressions, helping you develop control, strength, and artistry.

Pricing:

Drop in session – £15 per session

Thursday 5:30pm – 6:30pm

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Pre-requisites:

  • Straddle from a climb
  • Footlock from a climb
  • Hiplock from a climb
  • Catches from a climb


What to expect:

Ready to level up your aerial practice? This class challenges intermediate and advanced students to refine technique, explore creativity, and push dynamic movement. You’ll work on:

  • Longer sequences and transitions
  • Complex wraps and drops
  • Dynamic movement, balances, and rolls
  • Aerial artistry and flow


This is a supportive, high-level training environment designed to strengthen your skills and develop your personal aerial style.

Pricing:

Drop in session – £15 per session

Tuesday 7:30pm – 8:30pm
Thursday 6:45pm – 7:45pm

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Monday — Level 1 Silks 7:15pm – 8:15pm

Tuesday — Level 3 Silks 7:30pm – 8:30pm

Wednesday — Level 2 & 3 Hoop 7:30pm – 8:30pm

Thursday — Level 2 Silks 5:30pm – 6:30pm — Level 3 Silks 6:45 – 7:45pm

Friday — Level 1 Hoop 6pm – 7pm

Level 1 - Foundation

Open to: Complete beginners or those with limited aerial experience.

What to expect:

Welcome to the world of aerial hoop! This class builds your foundational strength, body awareness, and confidence in the air. You’ll learn:

  • Mounts and basic entries to the hoop
  • Foundational shapes (such as man-in-the-moon and gazelle)
  • Building core and upper body strength
  • Safe dismounts and transitions


Your teacher will guide you through supported progressions and spotting to ensure you feel comfortable and secure as you get to know the apparatus.

Pricing:

Drop in session – £15 per session

Friday 6pm – 7pm

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Pre-requisites:

  • Confident mounting and dismounting the hoop
  • Comfortable sitting and standing in the hoop
  • Ability to hold basic poses and move with control


What to expect:

This is the next step once you’re comfortable with the basics. You’ll start to develop strength, flow, and style while building stamina in the air. Expect to:

  • Link shapes into flowing sequences
  • Learn new entries and transitions
  • Build shoulder and core conditioning
  • Explore different hoop heights and spins


This class is all about connecting your skills and building confidence moving fluidly through the hoop.

Pricing:

Drop in session – £15 per session

Wednesday 7:30pm – 8:30pm

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Pre-requisites:

  • Confident inversions in the hoop
  • Comfortable moving between top and bottom bar
  • Strong control through transitions and balances


What to expect:

For those ready to push their aerial training further. This class focuses on developing dynamic movement, complex sequencing, and expressive performance skills. You’ll work on:

  • Advanced mounts and transitions
  • Rolls, balances, and dynamic beats
  • Longer sequences and endurance work
  • Creative exploration and performance style

Your teacher will support you in refining your technique and encouraging your unique aerial voice, helping you reach new heights.

Pricing:

Drop in session – £15 per session

Wednesday 7:30pm – 8:30pm

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Unlock your inner aerialist with a Cirque de Silk membership.

Our flexible membership options give you reduced class rates, special offers, and consistent access to the training you love. Whether you’re building strength, refining your technique or committing to a regular wellness routine, our memberships offer the best value and support to help you progress faster. Join a community that inspires, empowers, and celebrates every step of your journey.

Bronze Membership

Build consistency in your aerial journey with our Bronze Membership. Perfect for those who attend one class per week and want a simple, hassle-free way to stay consistent with their practice.

The Bronze Membership is a recurring monthly payment of £52, collected on the 1st of each month. If you join part way through the month, your first payment will be calculated on a pro-rata basis.

Membership Benefits

  • 1 x aerial class per week

  • Recurring reservation option – less admin and no need to purchase individual sessions.

  • Secure your place as a regular member of our community.

Freezing, Pausing & Cancelling

  • Memberships can be frozen up to twice per calendar year.

  • Each freeze can last for a maximum of 60 days.

  • Freeze requests must be submitted at least 5 days before your next billing date.

  • Memberships may be cancelled with 28 days’ notice.

Please note that any unused credits cannot be used once your notice period has ended unless your membership is renewed.

Take your aerial training to the next level with our Silver Membership. Designed for students who want the consistency of a weekly class alongside extra self practice training to build strength, confidence and refine skills at their own pace.

 

Your membership includes:

  • 1 aerial class each week 

  • 1 self-practice sessions per week (1.5 hour sessions)

  • Recurring reservation option – less admin and no need to purchase individual sessions.

  • Flexibility to manage your sessions through TeamUp


Whether you’re working towards a new skill, preparing for a performance, or simply want more time in the air, Bronze+ gives you the structure and freedom to progress in a way that works for you.

Freezing, Pausing & Cancelling

  • Memberships can be frozen up to twice per calendar year.

  • Each freeze can last for a maximum of 60 days.

  • Freeze requests must be submitted at least 5 days before your next billing date.

  • Medical freezes require a note from your doctor or physiotherapist.

  • Memberships may be cancelled with 28 days’ notice.

Please note that any unused credits cannot be used once your notice period has ended unless your membership is renewed.

The Gold Membership is a recurring monthly payment of £120 per month, collected on the 1st of each month. If you join part way through the month, your first payment will be calculated on a pro-rata basis.

For students who want to make aerial a bigger part of their training, our Gold Membership gives you the ultimate Cirque de Silk experience, with plenty of opportunities to train, practise and progress. 

 

Membership Benefits

  • 2 aerial classes per week – 1 hour classes

  • Unlimited self practice – 1.5 hour sessions

  • Recurring reservation option – less admin and no need to purchase individual sessions.

  • 1 x Cirque de Silk workshop every quarter

  • Exclusive member discounts

Freezing, Pausing & Cancelling

  • Memberships can be frozen up to twice per calendar year.

  • Each freeze can last for a maximum of 60 days.

  • Freeze requests must be submitted at least 5 days before your next billing date.

  • Memberships may be cancelled with 28 days’ notice.

Please note that any unused credits cannot be used once your notice period has ended unless your membership is renewed.

6 students on an aerial hoop in the studio

Private Tuition

1:1 £45 an hour
2:1 £65 an hour (approx £32.5 per person)
3:1 £80 an hour (approx £26.6 per person)
Private group sessions available too, contact us for a price.

Elevate your aerial training with our personalised private classes! Tailored specifically to your individual needs and inspirations, these sessions offer focused attention to help you progress quickly and effectively.
With a fantastic selection of experienced instructors to choose from, you can select the perfect teacher to guide you on your aerial journey. Simply let us know your preferences when you email to book a session, and we’ll create a class that’s all about you. Experience the difference of one-on-one training and take your skills to new heights!

Student on aerial hoop with teacher assisting

Self practice

£10 per session
Class times:

Saturday 9.30am – 11am

Sunday 10am – 11.30am

Practice makes perfect! Looking to get some extra aerial training to gain those tricky moves you learnt in class? You can choose from silks or hoop and will have the piece of equipment to yourself for the full hour. The session is a weekly drop in class so you can pick and choose when you would like to attend. This way you can fit it around your busy work and life schedules. There will be a teacher present during the session to make sure you don’t get stuck in the air, and also to help give you some inspiration if you run out of training ideas. This class is for both juniors and adults.

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Personal Training with The Aerial PT

If you are serious about elevating your training, or you are looking for guidance post injury, The Aerial PT provides bespoke 1:1 coaching that bridges the gap between fitness and aerial.

From targeted conditioning to skill specific drills, weight lifting technique, aerial conditioning, and mobility work your sessions are built around your goals and your body.

Book a 1:1 session and get a tailored program built for you today.

Performance opportunities

Cirque de Silk Showcase

We have an annual showcase which we hold with all of our adult students at Cirque de Silk. This exciting event is a chance for our students to unleash their creativity and step out of their comfort zones. Each participant will craft a unique performance to share with friends and family, showcasing their hard work and dedication.

The evening promises to be a spectacular blend of circus arts, aerial performances, and captivating entertainment, all set against the stunning backdrop of Crispin Hall. With vibrant lights, immersive sound, and our impressive aerial rigs, it’s an experience you won’t want to miss!

Events, Competitions and Festivals

We have multiple different performance opportunities for our adult students throughout the year. Students who are training at a high level and have a passion for performing will be asked join the performing troupe to attend events throughout the year. This can be at festivals, corporate and community events.