Diverse City and G.E.M.S. Circus Arts School are joining forces to offer Uplift Aerial: a new, inclusive aerial class, for people in the BCP area.
We are inviting the people of Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole to take to the air! A weekly class at G.E.M.S in Southbourne, offers people new skills, and a chance to improve their strength and agility. Open to both disabled and non-disabled people aged 18-35, Uplift Aerial is a chance to try something new, and have a lot of fun doing it. Support workers are available at every session so everyone can join in with confidence.
Gemma Mawson, Aerial Tutor and Director of GEMS Circus Arts School said:
“Imagine a space full of people who can suddenly do things in the air they didn’t imagine possible! Our aerial classes not only help raise participants from the floor, but also to raise their aspirations.Classes like these give people transferable skills which improve their quality of life and employability. Our integrated aerial coaching means people experience a non-judgemental and accepting training environment.”
Alice Chutter, a producer for Diverse City said:
“We started piloting this inclusive aerial class for the members of our youth company in December 2022 and saw, very quickly, how these classes build strength, flexibility and confidence. This has had a huge positive impact on their physical and mental health.It has been a joy to see them flourish through this weekly class and we are excited now to be able to open it out more widely. More people in our community will be able to benefit from taking part in aerial sessions in a relaxed and supportive environment.”
Classes are every Thursday, 6.15pm – 7.45pm during term time at G.E.M.S Circus Arts School, St James Institute Southbourne, BH5 2AR.
For more information, or to book a place in the classes, please contact [email protected]
Lessons will cost £12.50 per session, but bursary places are also available.
