Flying Like A Eagle On An Aerial Silk

By Sherry Gross


Performance artists of all type use flight and streaming materials to perform aerial silk. When creating or selecting these fabrics for a routine, it is important to select those which are both lightweight and heavy duty. Dress rehearsals are essential before a performance to assure that all ties remain tied and that all other equipment, performers and audience members will be safe during the production.

Using aerial routines in circuses has been going on for quite some time. Often known as the "flying trapeze, " it is believed this is the first flying contraption used for aerial entertainment. Safety measures have become more stealth over the years so now the management and production crew are often responsible for creating a safe and sane environment during performances.

As the fabric can be more difficult to grip than a trapeze, it is important to avoid slippage. Most performers prefer to use dry spray powder or resin. The type of equipment necessary for a routine may result in having to change the method of protection against slippage.

Since performers must often climb up to the top of equipment, fabric or other items, it is recommended that anyone performing aerial routines acquire liability insurance. Actually, many production studios and performance venues require anyone performing an art considered "dangerous, " carry at least the minimum coverage available.

Creating a sky gym in the home can also be a great experience. A home gym is a great tool, whether looking to compete, perform, rehearse, or just want to do aerial movement as hobby. As a home gym removes the drive time from home to gym, many individuals whom work with equipment related to flight are now becoming more intrigued by these home based gyms.

When planning on sharing any flight fabrics or equipment, it may be good to get individuals to sign a release or to obtain insurance which covers all members of the exercise group. So, while a home sky gym can be fun, it can also be dangerous and expensive. Individuals living in areas in which no homeowners is required or carried on a home may definitely want to check on obtaining the minimum amount of liability coverage when installing a home sky gym.

It is imperative to know, understand and use any guidelines with regards to height and weight on various flight equipment when used in the home. This is especially true when allowing others to use a home gym whether having solely fabric oriented or advanced equipment. If not, were an accident to occur, the homeowner could face court costs and legal issues.

Most movement enthusiasts are going to love aerial movement. As fabric can be hung at many different levels, it is also an art form that can be used to help individuals overcome fear of flight and height. This is because if the individual can sit low to the ground and swing back and forth gently, then slowly kick out and go higher a bit at a time, it is believed possible to overcome both phobias.




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