Use this map to find aerial hoop, silk, & circus classes near you. Learning the trapeze, aerial hoop, rope, aerial silks or aerial yoga is a fun way to keep fit and is getting more popular by the day. Many of these lessons in the aerial arts cater for all levels, beginner to advanced. Would […]
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Frequently Asked Questions
Here are some of our most commonly asked questions, answered
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Aerial loops, strops, and ropes for rigging
An introductory guide to our soft rigging equipment A guide on the most popular soft rigging equipment for all your aerial needs! Key terms WLL – Working Load Limit, the amount of weight the apparatus can safely take. This is usually measured in KG. MBS – Minimum Breaking Strength / Minimum Breaking Load. This is […]
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How to choose your aerial equipment
Choosing Equipment With so many different options out there it can be confusing for beginners or parents to know what is the right purchase for them or their child. This blog will go through some of the differences between them as well as some pros and cons of each. Aerial Silks We sell two types […]
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AERIAL RIGGING 101: How to Rig Aerial Silks
Aerial Silk Set-up Welcome to a series of articles on aerial rigging, supported by videos from Circus Rigging & Safety, sponsored by Firetoys. This article will explain the most popular ways to rig your aerial silk and how to correctly tie them onto the equipment. The below information assumes you have a safe anchor point. […]
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AERIAL RIGGING 101: How to Rig Yoga Hammocks
Yoga Hammock Rigging Guide Welcome to a series of articles on aerial rigging, supported by videos from Circus Rigging & Safety, sponsored by Firetoys. This article will go through the best ways to rig your yoga hammock and help you choose the right method for you. The standard yoga hammocks are 2.8m wide and 6m […]
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AERIAL RIGGING 101: How to maintain your silks
Welcome to a series of articles on aerial rigging, supported by videos from Circus Rigging & Safety, sponsored by Firetoys. This time we will be discussing how to inspect your aerial silks and what to do if you discover any damage to them. Why this is important All aerial equipment should come with a lifespan […]
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Aerial Rigging 101: How To Rig Single & Zero Point Aerial Hoops
Welcome to a series of articles on aerial rigging, supported by videos from Circus Rigging & Safety, sponsored by Firetoys. Today, we’re looking at how you can best rig two types of aerial hoop: single & zero point hoops to your home rigging set up. You can learn more about getting that rigging point safely […]
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Aerial Rigging 101: How To Rig At Home Safely
Safe Home Rigging Welcome to a series of articles on aerial rigging, supported by videos from Circus Rigging & Safety, sponsored by Firetoys. When it comes to rigging at home safety is the highest priority. In this article we’ll be talking specifically about static setups, for things like aerial hoops, silk, and trapeze. By static […]