There is nothing quite like catching the soar of an eagle. This is also the case when it comes to seeing an aerial silk performance for the first time. Seeing colorful silk scarves carry performers high above an audience with confidence.
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.
Many use dry spray or resin on different body parts to help increase the friction between skin and material. This is something anyone working with flying equipment may want to consider. Whether for friction, safety, or both, resin has always been a staple among acrobats, dancers and performance artists.
As performers are often required to climb these fabrics without any safety lines or nets, it is also advised that each individual performing these type stunts carry personal liability insurance. As the aerial fabrics are used to swing, spiral, fall and suspend oneself in mid-air, it is generally a necessity. Most performance venues are going to require any production to carry at the least, liability insurance in case of accident or injury to cast, crew or audience.
For those simply wanting to dance or play with aerial scarves and other equipment, creating a home sky gym is one way to go. Each gym has different hooks on walls and ceilings from which different flying equipment can be installed. It is important to assure the ceiling and walls have the strength to hold the equipment and any individuals who plan on using same.
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 important that when hanging any fabrics in which individuals are going to actively use in a performance, that each fabric be attached securely to a base whether that is on hooks bolted to a wall or floor, or suspended from the ceiling or upper levels of the performance arena. Height and weight are also important factors in knowing how and where to place bolts, hooks, or other methods to secure any and all equipment.
While there is a level of risk with any aerial art form or routine, those flying on ribbons, scarves and ties tend to gain a great deal of excitement from doing so. This is because often the fabric appears as wings and carries the individual high above an auditorium or studio. Those still performing and having performed these skills in the past often say that flying on fabric is as close to flying with wings as one is going to get.
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.
Many use dry spray or resin on different body parts to help increase the friction between skin and material. This is something anyone working with flying equipment may want to consider. Whether for friction, safety, or both, resin has always been a staple among acrobats, dancers and performance artists.
As performers are often required to climb these fabrics without any safety lines or nets, it is also advised that each individual performing these type stunts carry personal liability insurance. As the aerial fabrics are used to swing, spiral, fall and suspend oneself in mid-air, it is generally a necessity. Most performance venues are going to require any production to carry at the least, liability insurance in case of accident or injury to cast, crew or audience.
For those simply wanting to dance or play with aerial scarves and other equipment, creating a home sky gym is one way to go. Each gym has different hooks on walls and ceilings from which different flying equipment can be installed. It is important to assure the ceiling and walls have the strength to hold the equipment and any individuals who plan on using same.
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 important that when hanging any fabrics in which individuals are going to actively use in a performance, that each fabric be attached securely to a base whether that is on hooks bolted to a wall or floor, or suspended from the ceiling or upper levels of the performance arena. Height and weight are also important factors in knowing how and where to place bolts, hooks, or other methods to secure any and all equipment.
While there is a level of risk with any aerial art form or routine, those flying on ribbons, scarves and ties tend to gain a great deal of excitement from doing so. This is because often the fabric appears as wings and carries the individual high above an auditorium or studio. Those still performing and having performed these skills in the past often say that flying on fabric is as close to flying with wings as one is going to get.
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