Dubai It makes for a stunning visual alright. But suspending oneself nearly 15 feet in the air with the help of just a piece of fabric without any safety harness or net can send shivers up the spine of many.
Aerial silks is one of the most romantic of the circus arts…
But not these seasoned artists in ‘aerial silks’ at the Pole Fit Dubai Aerial Arts Academy, Dubai Marina. Even as they dangle from the smooth, shiny, shimmering silk rope they look every bit comfortable under their skin as they execute a series of gravity-defying acrobatic moves we normally associate with Cirque du Soleil artists.
“Aerial silks is one of the most romantic of the circus arts where performers climb, slide, do a number of formations in the air by dangling from a rope with effortless grace. Our classes start with a warm-up session followed by strength-building routines, aerial conditioning, an introduction to climbs, wraps and basic figures, and a cool-down later. It is a fantastic work-out that helps build body strength and flexibility,” explains Vlada Zhizhchenko, 29, co-owner and lead instructor at the Pole Fit Dubai Aerial Arts Academy.