Winter Classes 2022

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BABY CIRCUS

Explore creative movement, trapeze, acrobatics, and more with your little one! Learn fabulous tricks on the mats and in the air, and most importantly, PLAY together! Ages 1.5 – 4, with adult participation required.

COVID Notes: All adults must wear a mask and follow Covid-19 protocols, including proof of vaccination or weekly negative Covid tests. Masks are recommended but not required for students under 4 years of age.

Saturdays 9:00 – 9:45am

Full Term (11 wks): January 3 – March 20… $255

Term A (6 wks): January 3 – February 13…$150

Term B (5 wks): February 14 – March 20…$125

TRAP & ACRO 

Swing, tumble, and create in this playful trapeze, acrobatics, and physical theater class for levels 1 and 2. Young acrobats build confidence, grace, and strength as they discover their own potential on the mats and in the air! Students collaborate with peers as they play contact-free physical theater exercises! See age breakdowns below.

Ages 4 – 6:

Tuesdays, 3:15 – 4:00pm

Saturdays 10:00 – 10:45am

Full Term (11 wks): January 3 – March 20… $255

Term A (6 wks): January 3 – February 13…$150

Term B (5 wks): February 14 – March 20…$125

Ages 6 – 8:

Wednesdays, 3:30 – 4:25pm

Fridays, 3:30 – 4:25pm

Saturdays, 11:00am – 12:00pm

Full Term (11 wks): January 3 – March 20… $275

Drop-ins are not permitted.

INTO THE AIR

Learn to fly in this mixed aerial class for youth! Explore single-point trapeze and aerial fabric (silks), building strength, endurance, and grace in the air. This class is perfect for students who just can’t spend enough time in the air!  Instructor approval is required for Level 2 and up. Ages 7 – 12 recommended.

Level 1 & 2: (no prerequisites; focuses on foundational trapeze and fabric skills)

Mondays, 3:30 – 4:25

Full Term (10 wks, no class 1/17): January 3 – March 20… $250

Saturdays, 1:45 – 3:00pm

Full Term (11 wks): January 3 – March 20… $330

Level 2 & 3 (students must be assessed at level 2 or higher; offers engaging challenges in each discipline)

Mondays, 4:40 – 5:55pm 

Full Term (10 wks, no class 1/17): January 3 – March 20… $300

AERIAL & ACRO

Swing, tumble, and create…more! This 75 minute class includes all of the fun of our Trapeze & Acrobatics class, plus Aerial Fabric (Silks). Young acrobats build confidence, grace, and strength as they discover their own potential on the mats and in the air. Students collaborate with peers as they play contact-free physical theater exercises. Aerial & Acro is an excellent choice for young acrobats who want it all! Ages 8 – 12 recommended.

Level 1 & 2: (no prerequisites;  focuses on foundational trapeze, silks, and acrobatics skills)

Wednesdays, 4:40 – 5:55pm

Saturdays, 12:15 – 1:30pm

Full Term (11 wks): January 3 – March 20… $330

Level 3 & 4: (students must be assessed at level 3 or higher; offers engaging challenges in each discipline)

Fridays, 4:40 – 5:55pm

Full Term (11 wks): January 3 – March 20… $330

HOMESCHOOL AERIAL & ACRO

Swing, tumble, and create in this playful circus class for homeschool students. Young acrobats build confidence, grace, and strength as they discover their own potential on the mats and in the air! Students collaborate with peers as they play contact-free physical theater exercises! Our experienced instructors will adapt curriculum to engage students of all skill levels, ages 5 – 12. Curriculum includes trapeze, aerial fabric (silks), acrobatics, juggling, stilt-walking, creative movement and physical theater.

Wednesdays, 1:30 – 2:45pm

Thursdays, 2:40 – 3:55pm

Additional class times TBD. Do you have a group that would like to take class another day? Email us!

Full Term (11 wks): January 3 – March 20… $330

Term B (5 wks): February 14 – March 20 … $165 (Wednesday only)

TRAPEZE & LYRA, Level 3 & 4

Dance Trapeze and Lyra for int/adv aerialists. This class gives experienced students the opportunity to explore more advanced vocabulary, choreography, and improvisation in a playful and supportive environment. Build strength, grace and your own unique movement style as you dance in the air! Instructor approval required for this Level 3 & 4 class. Ages 10 – 15 recommended.

Level 3 & 4: (Must be assessed as level 3 or above.)

Mondays, 6:10 – 7:25pm

Full Term (11 wks): January 3 – March 20… $330

AERIAL FABRIC (SILKS), Level 2+

Learn climbs, wraps, sequences, and drops on aerial fabric in these classes for int/adv aerialists. Meet new friends and support each other as you climb to new heights. Instructor approval is required.

Level 2 students must be comfortable with inversions from the floor, gazelle in the knot, single-foot-lock from the ground, and climbing half-way, with controlled descent. Ages 10 – 15 recommended.

Level 3 students must be comfortable with figure 8 foot locks in the air, inversions from a climb, hip key from standing, and climb to the top of the silks with controlled descent.  Ages 10 – 15 recommended.

Interested in Level 1 Aerial Fabric? Check out Into the Air or Teen Mixed Aerial. Each of these classes offer silks training, along with complementary skills such as trapeze

Level 2: (Must be assessed as level 2 or above.)

Saturdays, 3:15 – 4:30pm

Full Term (11 wks): January 3 – March 20… $330*

Level 3 & 4: (Must be assessed as level 3 or above.)

Mondays, 6:10 – 7:25pm

Full Term (10 wks, no class 1/17): January 3 – March 20… $300

Saturdays, 3:15 – 4:30pm

Full Term (11 wks): January 3 – March 20… $330*

*Note: These classes take place side-by-side. Students will warm-up as one larger group and split into two smaller groups when working on the silks.

TEEN MIXED AERIAL, Level 1 & 2

A body positive, playful overview of aerial dance for Teens who are new or returning to aerial. Learn (or review) fundamental vocabulary on a variety of aerial apparatus, including single-point trapeze and silks. Develop your own unique movement style through improvisation exercises and exchange. All students will be supported and challenged as we build strength, confidence, and community together. Apparatus will vary from week to week depending on the interests and skill levels of the students. All levels welcome. Ages 12 – 16 recommended.

Level 1 & 2 (open to all students):

Wednesdays, 6:05 – 7:20pm

Full Term (11 wks): January 3 – March 20… $330*

TEEN AERIAL FABRIC (SILKS)

Learn climbs, wraps, sequences, and drops on aerial fabric (silks). Meet new friends and build strength, endurance and grace as you learn to dance in the air. Level 3 & 4 students must be comfortable with figure 8 foot locks in the air, inversions from a climb,  hip key from standing, and climb to the top of the silks with controlled descent. Ages 12 – 16 recommended.

Level 1 & 2: (open to all students; focuses on foundational silks skills)

Fridays, 6:15 – 7:30pm

Full Term (11 wks): January 3 – March 20… $330*

Level 3 & 4: (Must be assessed as level 3 or above; see prerequisite skills in description above)

Fridays, 6:15 – 7:30pm

Full Term (11 wks): January 3 – March 20… $330*

*Note: These classes take place side-by-side. Students will warm-up as one larger group and split into two smaller groups when working on the Silks.

CIRCUS FITNESS

Build strength & flexibility for acrobatics, aerial work & life! This energetic and supportive class emphasizes whole body integration, range of motion, & alignment. All levels and bodies welcome. Ages 16+ recommended.

Sundays 9:30 – 10:30am

Full Term (11 wks): January 3 – March 20… $275

Term A (6 wks): January 3 – February 13…$160

Term B (5 wks): February 14 – March 20…$135

MINDFUL MOVEMENT

Follow your body’s lead, and meet yourself with compassion and curiosity. Focus on sensation rather than aesthetics, on breath rather than technique. Class begins with guided relaxation and flows into improvised movement and options for relating to other students. This class is accessible to all bodies and founded on the DanceAbility method of inclusive practices.  If you have questions about access, please email us at hello@echotheaterpdx.org. Ages 16+ recommended.

Fridays 12:30pm – 1:20pm

Full Term (10 wks): January 10 – March 20… $230*

Term A (5 wks): January 10 – February 13…$125*

Term B (5 wks): February 14 – March 20…$125

*Note: This class is co-sponsored by PCC and will run 10 weeks, Jan 10 – Mar 20.

TAP DANCE

Tap Dance Level 1: Explore rhythm through your feet! We will explore fundamentals/vocabulary, timesteps, choreography and improvisation. Tap shoes and a surface you can tap on are recommended but not required.  Ages 16+ recommended.

Tap Dance Level 2: Level 2 rhythm tap is designed for students with knowledge of basic tap steps (Shuffles, Flaps, Cramp Rolls, etc.) This class will continue growing our vocabulary, learning sequences, warm ups, and structures for exploring improvisation as well as dynamics, syncopation and musicality. Ages 16+ recommended.

Level 1:

Fridays, 11:00 – 11:50am

Level 2:

Wednesdays, 11:00 – 11:50am

Full Term (10 wks): January 10 – March 20… $230*

Term A (5 wks): January 10 – February 13…$125*

Term B (5 wks): February 14 – March 20…$125

*Note: This class is co-sponsored by PCC and will run 10 weeks, Jan 10 – Mar 20.

AERIAL HARNESS

Explore a new relationship to gravity in this playful and challenging class. Fly with double-point harness, bounce on aerial bungee and dance on the walls. Class will include tecnique and choreography as well as time to explore your own interests and projects. Harness work is more challenging than it appears, so strong core and upper body strength is recommended. No previous Harness experience is necessary. All levels welcome. Ages 16+ recommended.

Mondays, 10:30 – 11:45am

Full Term (10 wks, no class 1/17): January 3 – March 20… $300

Term A (5 wks, no class 1/17): January 3 – February 13…$160

Term B (5 wks): February 14 – March 20…$160

Sundays, 10:45 – 12:15am

Full Term (11 wks): January 3 – March 20… $365

Term A (6 wks): January 3 – February 13…$210

Term B (5 wks): February 14 – March 20…$175

MIXED AERIAL

A body-positive, playful overview of aerial dance for all levels. Learn (or review) fundamental vocabulary on a variety of aerial apparatus, including single-point trapeze, hoop, and silks. Develop your own unique movement style through improvisation exercises and exchange. All students will be supported and challenged as we build strength, confidence, and community together. Apparatus will vary from week to week depending on the interests and skill levels of the students. Ages 16+ recommended.

Level 1: (open to all students; ideal for beginning aerialists or those returning to the air):

Mondays, 7:45 – 9:15pm

Full Term (10 wks, no class 1/17): January 3 – March 20… $330

Term A (5 wks, no class 1/17): January 3 – February 13…$175

Term B (5 wks): February 14 – March 20…$175

Level 2+: (requires instructor approval; take your aerial explorations to the next level!)

Thursdays, 7:45 – 9:15pm

Full Term (11 wks): January 3 – March 20… $365

Term A (6 wks): January 3 – February 13…$210

Term B (5 wks): February 14 – March 20…$175

AERIAL DANCE, Level 1 & 2

Build core strength, flexibility, grace, and confidence as you learn to dance in the air! Develop aerial vocabulary, alignment, musicality, and improvisational skills on the trapeze, on the floor, and in the spaces between. There are no prerequisites for this class.

All bodies welcome. Ages 16+ recommended.

Mondays 12:00 – 1:20pm

Full Term (10 wks): January 10 – March 20… $300*

Term A (5 wks): January 10 – February 13…$160*

Term B (5 wks): February 14 – March 20…$160

Wednesdays 12:15-1:15pm

Full Term (10 wks): January 10 – March 20… $250*

Term A (5 wks): January 10 – February 13…$135*

Term B (5 wks): February 14 – March 20…$135

*Note: This class is co-sponsored by PCC and will run 10 weeks, Jan 10 – Mar 20.

TRAPEZE & ACROBATICS, Level 1

Explore single-point trapeze, acrobatics, and physical theater while building confidence, community, and a stronger, more flexible you! This playful class is open to true beginners and those returning to the air. All bodies welcome. Ages 16+ recommended.

Wednesdays 7:30 – 8:50pm

Full Term (10 wks): January 10 – March 20… $300*

Term A (5 wks): January 10 – February 13…$160*

Term B (5 wks): February 14 – March 20…$160

*Note: This class is co-sponsored by PCC and will run 10 weeks, Jan 10 – Mar 20.

LYRA (AERIAL HOOP), Level 1 & 2

Learn – and build – basic lyra vocabulary and sequences. More advanced options will be provided for students with previous experience. This is a body-positive and challenging small group class. Ages 16+ recommended.

Tuesdays, 7:45 – 9:15pm

Full Term (11 wks): January 3 – March 20… $365

Term A (6 wks): January 3 – February 13…$210

Term B (5 wks): February 14 – March 20…$175

AERIAL FABRIC (SILKS), Level 2 +

This level 2+ class is perfect for experienced aerialists returning to the air or continuing an ongoing practice. Students will learn int/adv skills from foundations such as footlocks, inversions, and hip-keys. This class will introduce drops and more difficult climbs and sequences. Build stamina, grace, and flow as you build your aerial silks vocabulary. Students must be comfortable with figure 8 foot locks in the air, inversions from a climb, crossback (invert not necessary), straddle back, hip key from standing, and French and Russian climb to the top of the silks. Ages 16+ recommended.

Instructor approval is required for this class. Interested in beginner aerial fabric? Try our Mixed Aerial class!

Tuesdays, 7:45 – 9:15pm

Full Term (11 wks): January 3 – March 20… $365

Term A (6 wks): January 3 – February 13…$210

Term B (5 wks): February 14 – March 20…$175

HANDSTANDS

Turn your world upside-down! Handstand training at your level in your living room. Drills, exercises, and encouragement to assist you on your inversion journey. Students should be able to enter a handstand back-to-the-wall unassisted and hold it for 25 seconds and exit a freestanding handstand safely. Ages 11+ recommended (including adults!).

Tuesdays, 5:00 – 5:45pm – This class has been cancelled for Winter Term due to under-enrollment.

Full Term (11 wks): January 10 – March 20… $145

Term A (6 wks): January 10 – February 13…$90

Term B (5 wks): February 14 – March 20…$75

Drop in price:…$15

MINDFUL MOVEMENT

Follow your body’s lead, and meet yourself with compassion and curiosity. Focus on sensation rather than aesthetics, on breath rather than technique. Class begins with guided relaxation and flows into improvised movement and options for relating to other students. This class is accessible to all bodies and founded on the DanceAbility method of inclusive practices. If you have questions about access, please email us at hello@echotheaterpdx.org. Ages 16+ recommended.

Fridays, 12:30 – 1:20pm

Full Term (10 wks): January 10 – March 20… $130

Term A (5 wks): January 10 – February 13…$75

Term B (5 wks): February 14 – March 20…$75

Drop in price:…$15

*Note: This class is co-sponsored by PCC and will run 10 weeks, Jan 10 – Mar 20.

OPEN GYM — No unannounced drop-ins. Please register in advance.

Come train with amazing people in this supervised open gym. Acro and aerial training welcome. Students must have completed a full term of Level 1 or pass an assessment test. Limit 10 students.

SUNDAYS 12:30 – 2:00pm (Instructor Flo)

Ages 6 – Adult (students ages 6-12 must be accompanied by an adult)

Price per session: $20

Please register in advance by 2pm Friday as the office is closed on weekends. Please arrive on time for check in and warm up.  Students are welcome to leave early. Thank you!

FRIDAY NIGHT JUGGLING

A juggling open gym for all your object manipulation desires: toss juggling, poi, staff, hoops, etc. All skill-levels are welcome.

FRIDAYS 7:45 – 10:00pm

Price per session: Free!

Available first come, first serve. Please sign up by completing this release form.

Private Lessons and Small Group Classes: Echo is excited to welcome our students back for limited in-person private lessons and small group classes for up to 5 students in up to 2 households. Please click here for details, and email us to schedule your private lesson or small group class.