Classes must be taken within 1 month of purchase. Pack is good for one individual only – sharing among family members is not permitted. See our policies page for complete details.

ABOUT THE TRAINING

INTRO TO HANDSTAND

A strong, stable handstand is the foundation of circus acrobatics, and a whole-body skill that anyone can learn! In our entry-level Intro to Handstand class, you'll be introduced to the three pillars of handstand—lighter, thinner, more alive—and practice the basic handstand form.

INTRO TO ACROBATICS

Get started with Intro to Acrobatics, our entry-level introduction to the foundations of the ancient Chinese acrobatics tradition. Specially created for new students, in this 90-minute class you’ll condition, stretch, and learn the basics of handstands and tumbling, including forward and backward rolls, cartwheels, and round-offs.

People of any age and fitness level can start any of the above classes at any time. Session enrollment is encouraged.

Round out and accelerate your training with one of our Conditioning classes like Circus Bootcamp and a flexibility class like Stretching. Purchase our New Student Pack, try all three and save!

Already have some training? We offer small, advanced classes that offer students highly personalized training in handstands, tumbling, hand-to-hand and partner acrobatics. To learn more about getting approved for upper-level classes at Circus Center, click here.

ACROBATICS

Ori Doria Quesada

DEPARTMENT CO-CHAIR

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Ori Quesada (he/they) was born and raised in the San Francisco Bay Area and began training and performing at the age of 7 under Master Lu Yi and Teacher Xia Ke Min in traditional Chinese Acrobatics at the San Francisco School of Circus Arts (Circus Center). He performed a multitude of different acrobatic acts while part of the San Francisco Youth Circus, including chinese pole, hoop diving, meteor bowls, hat juggling, acrobatic jump rope and as a flyer for partner acrobatics and group pyramids. At 16 he began specializing in a Rola Bola Kick Bowls solo act, which he still performs today. Spanning over 25 years, Ori has performed with the San Francisco Circus, New Pickle Circus, Troupe Vertigo, Sweet Can, Circus Bella, Circus Nonsense, the Santa Rosa Symphony, in the Chicago Contemporary Circus Festival, and with the Los Angeles Opera.

Dominik Wyss

DEPARTMENT CO-CHAIR

Dominik-Wyss

Dominik competed nationally in various sports (soccer, track and field, snowboarding, and skateboarding). He possesses a solid understanding of the patience, passion, and consistency required in a professional athlete's life. He graduated in 2000 from the Gymnasium Liestal Switzerland with a sports and human biology degree. His passion for human movements led him to seek a career in the same field. The rich Swiss circus culture became the perfect platform for him to express himself. His exploration of the circus world brought him to the Circus Center in 2001. Under Master Trainer Lu Yi (Artistic Director and Director of Acrobatics) and Vladimir Nazarov (Three-Time World Champion in Acrobatic Gymnastics), he pursued his studies in Acrobatics. His mentors encouraged him to explore more than just the physical aspects of acrobatics. Critical thinking, open discussion, analysis, and innovation were expected to comprehend the subject matter fully. Eventually, he became part of the teaching staff for the Youth Circus and an acrobatic trainer for the Professional Aerial program. In 2010 Dominik started working for Acro Sports, where he trained the City Circus. The same year he opened his own acrobatic/fitness studio where he taught a wide range of circus performers, competitive athletes, and recreational classes designed to fit the needs of his clients. After running the Cayuga gym successfully for nine years, Dominik returns to the Circus Center, where he currently offers acrobatic and fitness services.

OTHER DISCIPLINES

AERIAL ARTS
CLOWN & PERFORMANCE
JUGGLING
FLYING TRAPEZE
FLEXIBILITY & CONTORTION
TRAMPOLINE