Welcome! We specialise in helping complete beginners discover that aerial is possible even if your first thought is, “I could never do that!” Our Intro lessons are designed to sneakily build full-body strength while teaching you lots of exciting skills (you’ll barely notice the workout…most of the time 😉). Check out our First Timers section below for all the details on how to book in and start your journey with us.

We’ve got three great options for 16+. Please note that anyone under 18 must be accompanied by an adult participant.

• Aerial Classes – Guided by one of our amazing instructors, classes are grouped by apparatus (silks, hoop, rope, etc.) and by level, so you’ll always feel supported while learning new skills.

• Open Studio – self-led practice time where you can train independently, but with a fun, social vibe. Opens are a great way to meet up with classmates to practice a skill you learned in your last class, collaborate, and connect with others in the studio community. Silks are set up by default, but if you’d like to use something else, just let our team know and we’ll rig it for you.

• Workshops - these are pop up special events with a focused theme, whether that’s polishing a tricky skill, exploring a new apparatus, or diving into creative play. They’re a little longer than class (usually 1.5 hours or more) so you get extra time to fly, explore, and refine. Sometimes they’re led by our own instructors, and other times we bring in guest artists to share their unique style and expertise.

Every class begins with a full-body warm-up on the ground, getting your heart pumping, your joints moving, stretching and your body ready to fly. From there, we mix in conditioning both on and off the apparatus to build the strength and technique you’ll need. Next comes the fun part: learning a new skill or sequence! We’ll break it down into bite-sized sections so it feels accessible, no matter your level. We finish together with a gentle cool-down to stretch, reset, and leave you floating out the door.

Think of it like dressing for the Irish weather, layers and options are your friend! Leggings usually work best (just make sure they pass the “no see-through” test so you’re comfy upside down). If you prefer shorts or bare arms, that’s fine too, but we recommend keeping a long-sleeve top or extra leggings in your bag. Some skills feel much nicer with a bit of coverage, and having options means you can protect your skin (and avoid pesky fabric burn) while still flying comfortably.

Our regular sessions are open to ages 16 and up. Please note that anyone under 18 must be accompanied by an adult participant.

We are not currently running our kids and teens classes, but they can join our Taster Workshops with a participating adult.

• A safety mattress must be placed under all aerial equipment before use at 2m or above.

• Do not train on aerial equipment by yourself.

• Never walk under someone up on the equipment.

• No jumping off equipment.

• No skill sharing.

• Students must keep a 30% energy reserve to safely descend from the aerial equipment.

• Practice low to the ground to gain understanding and confidence before bringing your practice higher into the air.

• Rigging can only be changed by trained staff.

• All students must complete a thorough warm up before moving onto the aerial equipment.

• Warm ups must include a thorough warm up of the shoulders.

• No zippers on leggings, jewellery, or watches allowed.

• No shoes to be worn in the studio spaces.

• Listen to your body and take responsibility for your safety and be aware of your body’s capabilities.

• Be conscious of spacial awareness and those training around you.

• All participants must have completed and signed a waiver.

• Participants train at their own risk.

It depends on whether your new to aerial or not. If you’re new to aerial, check out what options we have under First Timers below. If you meet the prerequisites for our Improver Level, check out our credit and membership options. Every studio has their own definitions of levels, so check out our Understanding Your Level page to see what our prerequisites are.

Once you’ve purchased your membership or credits, you’re ready to start booking sessions! Check out the section below for all the details on how to schedule.

Taster Workshop

If you’re curious about aerial but not ready to commit, our Taster Workshops are the perfect place to start. They’re a one-off session open to all levels, scheduled on select Saturdays and Sundays each month. Some people book in just for fun with friends, while others use it as a way to try aerial before joining our First Timer Intro. (The Taster is completely optional, you can head straight into the Intro if you’d like!)

Foundations Intro

Our Foundations Intro is designed for anyone who wants to learn the core skills of aerial from the ground up. It includes 5 classes over 5 weeks, so you’ll have plenty of time to practice and build confidence.

Intros have set start dates so you’ll begin alongside other first-timers, creating a shared journey right from the start. We recommend booking your classes at the same day and time each week so your instructor can follow your progress and you can connect with your classmates.

Aerial Cirque has an amazing community, and we’ve seen countless friendships (even a few weddings!) start in our Intro courses.

After completing your Intro, you’ll be ready to continue your training. Most students stay in Foundations Level classes for a few months before moving up to Improvers. At that stage, you’ll have enough skills to drop into classes more flexibly. You can choose to continue with a membership or, if you prefer occasional training, purchase class credit packages instead.

Let’s unpack this

• Taster Workshop

  • One-off session for any level

  • Great for trying aerial with friends or testing it out before committing

  • Completely optional—you can skip straight to the Intro if you prefer

  • Cancellation Window: 12+ hours

• Foundations Intro (5-week course)

  • Learn core aerial skills from the ground up

  • Includes: 5 classes during the course

  • Fixed start dates—begin alongside other first-timers

  • Build confidence, track progress, and connect with classmates

  • Cancellation Window: 12+ hours

• After Your Intro

  • Continue in Foundations Level for a few months via a membership before moving to Improvers Level

  • Once in Improvers, you can drop into classes more flexibly and can choose to switch to a credit package if suits your training style better

No, any unused classes won’t carry over to the next membership cycle, so don’t let them vanish into thin air! Make sure to use them and keep flying high.

If you’ve used up all your credits this month on the aerial membership, no worries! You can still take more classes at the membership rate by purchasing the “1 Aerial Class Credit”. Just make sure you’re signed into your account and that your membership is active. The discount will apply automatically at checkout!

You can cancel your membership anytime before your next billing cycle. Just email us at admin@aerialcirque.org before your billing date to let us know. Please note that memberships can’t be canceled retroactively.

If you have not used your package, you may cancel your credit or membership package within 14 days of purchase. 

To do so, you must notify us of your decision by contacting admin@aerialcirque.org.

The cancellation deadline will be met as long as you send your request before the 14-day period expires.

Credit packages may be shared with other clients or used to book a guest as long as they are redeemed within the same studio location where they were purchased.

Memberships, however, are non-transferable and may not be shared.

Bring the whole office or club together for a unique team-building experience. After all, “teams that fly together, rise together.” 

Whether you want an exclusive weekly time slot for your club or a one off experience, our events team will make planning easy with a seamless booking process.

Yes! We understand that sometimes life requires a break from training. Memberships can be paused in the case of injury or illness with a doctor’s note that includes the expected recovery period. Simply contact us and share the documentation so we can arrange the pause.

If you are pregnant, you’re welcome to freeze your membership for the duration of your pregnancy. We’ll be here to support you, and when you’re ready to return postpartum, you can ease back into classes at your own pace.

Monthly recurring memberships can’t be frozen for travel. However, you’re welcome to cancel and restart your membership when you return. Please note that membership rates may be different when you rejoin.

Promotional memberships (such as special offers or holiday sales) may have additional flexibility. Please check the details of the promotion before purchasing.

Members can book 4 weeks in advance, while those using credits can book 2 weeks in advance.

Again, members get more perks here. If you can’t make a session, we ask that you cancel prior to the cut off cancellation window. Members can cancel up until 12 hours before the start of their session. Classes purchased via credits can be canceled up until 24 hours before, and Open Studios 12 hours before. Anything canceled less than these cancellation windows are considered a late cancel, and you will forfeit the class from your package or incur a late cancel fee or no-show fee if you have an unlimited membership. (See “What if I miss class?” for more details.)

In a nutshell:

• Classes: 24+ hours (when purchased via credits)

• Opens Studios: 12+ hours

• Memberships: 12+ hours for classes and open studios

• Taster Workshops: 24+ hours

Important: It’s your responsibility to log in to your account to cancel a session. Emails and messages are not accepted forms of cancellation.

You will forfeit the credit if you are on a limited package. If you are on an unlimited membership, a no-show fee of €15 applies.

For late cancellations on the unlimited membership, a fee of €12 will be charged.

Please plan to arrive at least five minutes before class. Those final minutes are like prepping for takeoff! We finalise the flight list and manage those who are standing by on the waitlist to ensure everyone can soar safely and enjoy the full experience.

If you’re running late and your spot hasn’t been claimed by someone on the waitlist, you can still join up to 10 minutes after class begins. Just check in quietly and jump right in without disrupting the class already in motion.

We have a strict 10-minute cutoff; after this time, entry isn’t permitted so we can maintain a smooth, safe flow for everyone.

Our sessions can fill up fast, and sometimes the one you want is sold out. That’s where the waitlist comes in! When someone cancels, spots are filled automatically in the order people signed up.

If you snag a spot more than 6 hours before class, we’ll send you an email to let you know you’re in. If you’re on a waitlist, bring your training clothes with you and keep an eye on your emails that day. If a spot hasn’t opened by then, don’t worry, you still have a chance to join. Just arrive at least 5 minutes early, and once we tally no-shows, we’ll start adding students from the waitlist in order.

Think of it as hanging in the wings on standby, your turn to take flight is just around the corner!

Important: Joining the waitlist is just like booking a spot in class. If you change your mind, be sure to cancel your waitlist spot before your cancellation window closes so you don’t get added to class.

There’s always a chance to swing into a different class, just make sure to do it through your account before the window closes! If you’re outside your package’s cancellation window, you can always switch to another class that isn’t sold out.

If it’s less than your package’s cancellation window, any changes count as a late cancellation, and our late cancellation policy will apply.

Yes! We actually encourage it. Recording yourself while practicing skills and sequences is an amazing way to learn — it helps you remember what you were working on and makes it easier to pick up where you left off in your next class. Plus, you’ll be doing some incredible things you’ll probably want to share. We love seeing your posts, so don’t forget to tag us when you share your aerial journey!

At Aerial Cirque, we love dogs and understand the joy and comfort they bring to our lives! To ensure a safe and welcoming environment for everyone, including our furry friends, we have established the following policy for bringing dogs into our studio:

1. Email Request

2. Before bringing your dog to the studio, please send an email request to us. This allows us to ensure that we can accommodate your dog and provide a comfortable experience for all studio visitors.

3. Required Documentation

4. Along with your email request, kindly include proof of one of the following:

5. Your pet public liability insurance.

• Registration of your dog with one of the following recognised organisations (or their international equivalents):

• Irish Guide Dogs for the Blind

• Dogs for the Disabled

• Autism Assistance Dogs Ireland

• International Guide Dog Federation

6. Behavioural Considerations

7. Dogs must be well-behaved, non-aggressive, and comfortable in a busy studio environment.

8. Owner Responsibility

9. Owners are fully responsible for their dogs during their visit, including cleaning up after them and ensuring they do not disrupt classes or other studio activities.

We appreciate your cooperation in making Aerial Cirque a safe and enjoyable place for everyone, including our four-legged friends!

Please email us with any questions or to submit your request.