Aerial Foundations – All Apparatus (8-12 yrs)

A fun and supportive introduction to aerial circus for young movers.

Students explore hoop, trapeze, hammock, and silks while building confidence, coordination, and foundational skills. Along the way, they develop teamwork, respect, and connection through shared movement, encouragement, and celebrating progress together.

Requirements:

For participants aged 8-12 years

Please bring or wear leggings to protect your skin from the aerial apparatus and bring a long sleeve top to put on for certain aerial skills

You’re welcome to book your child in under their own name by adding them to your Mindbody family account – keeping the whole whānau connected and ready to move together!

Timing and location:

Wednesdays @ 3:45-4:45pm & 4:45-5:45pm,

Saturdays @ 11:30am-12:30pm

Movement Studio 2,

Level 2, Parakiore

Price:

$20 (on-line booking or payment on the day)

Your tutor

Valentina Piasente, Cat Gilchrist & Kate Litt

Valentina discovered circus in 2010 and hasn’t looked back. With a background in artistic swimming, she specializes in aerial silks, rope, and vertical dance. She co-founded the contemporary circus collective “Aria Alta Tessuti Aerei” in Venice and has trained with leading schools across Europe. Combining her Master’s in Social Work with her love of circus, Valentina has taught socially engaged projects worldwide. With over seven years of teaching across Europe, Australia, and New Zealand, she inspires creativity, confidence, and connection in every student. Valentina is also a proud mum of two energetic boys who keep her grounded and inspired.

Cat has been teaching aerial arts and flexibility for over a decade, bringing skill, care, and encouragement to every class. She is passionate about helping students achieve their goals safely and sustainably, building lasting strength and technique. Across a range of disciplines, Cat inspires each learner to discover and develop their own unique style, whether for personal growth or performance, fostering confidence, creativity, and joy in every movement.

Kate fell in love with circus over a decade ago and now specialises in aerial arts including silks, hoop and trapeze. Passionate about safe, sustainable movement, she supports students to build strength and mobility in ways that last. Kate creates a welcoming space where everyone can explore their limits while caring for their body, encouraging progress that feels empowering rather than pressured. Whether working with beginners or experienced movers, she shares her deep respect for the body and her belief that aerial arts can be both transformative and joyful.

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