Monday, November 17, 2008

Aerial Fabrics Class




When we lived back in Massachusetts, Gabbi and Jacqui really enjoyed taking classes at New England Center for the Circus Arts in Brattleboro VT. They have missed their "circus" class since we've been in Hawaii. In June, we saw a woman perform an aerial fabrics routine outside at the Hawaii State Art Museum. I approached her after her performance and asked her if she would ever consider teaching a "keiki" (kid) class. She gave me her email address and we've corresponded a few times this summer and fall. A few weeks ago, she sent me a flyer saying that their group, "Samadhi Hawaii" would be teaching a keiki aerial fabrics class. Gabbi and Jacqui were very excited to jump at this opportunity.

So, for the past 3 Saturdays, they've enjoyed climbing the "silks" and learning new skills. It's been so much fun watching them, that I decided to give it a go myself. Today, was my first class (they are offerring a class for adults now too), and I had a great time. Although I've been doing yoga, running and African Dance Class, I used some muscles today that I haven't used in a while. Climbing those silks is harder than it looks, but it is great fun and an amazing workout! I am really enjoying doing more artsy things with my body, instead of just the running that I did for 6 years. I feel lucky to have all these cool classes to take advantage of......now if there was only more time and $$$$!!!!

1 comment:

Anonymous said...

Ok, so I have to close my eyes and just peek with one eye when I look at those pictures, when I see you girls hanging upside down, you SCARE ME!!!!! I can tell you girls are really enjoying living in Oahu and learning so much. Luv,Nonz