(ages 5-7)

In Aerial Tumblers, we’ll work towards gaining the body awareness, focus, and behavior required to move on to a higher level tumbling or aerial class. We will also work on strengthening basic shapes like hollow body and plank, and developing some active flexibility while beginning awareness on the tissue and sling aerial apparatus in a fun class environment.

Mondays 4:15pm - 5:15pm AND/OR

Tuesdays 4:15pm - 5:15pm

(ages 6-11)

This class will start students on the basics of aerial sling and tissue. Students will learn to climb, do foot keys and develop the proper body form to build strength to climb and do tricks in the air. Students need to be good listeners and have a good sense of focus for this class in order to safely learn aerial. Prerequisite: Aerial Tumblers.

Thursdays 5:15pm - 6:15pm

(ages 6-11)

In Aerial Intro B we will start learning foundational skills on the fabric and sling while building strength, flexibility and body awareness. Each class will begin with a ground warmup that will include some conditioning drills like plank and hollow body, followed by a warmup on the apparatus before learning skills in the air. In this class you will learn to hang, invert and climb as well as some fun poses on the fabric and sling. Returning Intro students that demonstrate focus in class will have the option to move to Aerial 1 for the next session.

Prerequisite: at least one session of Aerial Intro A

Mondays 4:15pm - 5:15pm AND/OR

Wednesdays 4:15pm - 5:15pm

(ages 8-16)

In this Aerial 1 session we will continue to build on the skills we learned in Aerial Intro and will include a more challenging warm up routine. There will be more focus on proper technique as you move through sequences with grace and control.

Tuesdays 5:15pm - 6:15pm

(ages 8-16)

In Aerial 1-2 students will continue to build strength and flexibility while expanding their aerial vocabulary. Students will also work on their skills and endurance.

Prerequisite: Aerial Intro and Aerial 1, or by instructor permission.

Mondays 5:15pm - 6:15pm AND/OR

Wednesdays 5:15pm - 6:15pm AND/OR

Thursdays 4:15pm - 5:15pm AND/OR

Thursdays 5:15pm - 6:15pm

(ages 9-17)

Aerial 2 continues to build strength and flexibility while expanding the tricks students will be able to learn, including intro to new apparatus.

Prerequisites: Aerial Intro and Aerial 1, or by instructor permission.

Both days are included in this class.

Tue/Thu 4:15pm - 5:15pm

(ages 11-18)

Aerial 2-3 is for Aerial 2 and Aerial 3 students interested in building their aerial skills with an additional class. We will continue to expand on our existing skills while focusing on strength, technique and building endurance in the air.

Prerequisites: Aerial 1 and Aerial 2, or by instructor permission.

Mon/Wed 4:15pm - 5:15pm

Thursday Open Gym 4:15pm - 5:15pm

(ages 12-18)

Aerial 3/Performance is designed for the most advanced and committed aerial students who are interested in advancing to professional aerial performance work. Aerial 3 is for serious aerial students, building on their existing skills and adding more challenging skills and experimenting with new apparatus. This class requires a 3 day/week commitment, however 4 days is encouraged. Open Gym is held Wednesday from 3:15pm-4:15pm and is included as open training time as well as a make-up day in case of absence.

Students are encouraged to work and master at least one apparatus, build a routine(s) and work toward an end of session performance. This level will also train students to perform at professional gigs.

This level is not for everyone! Students who are not ready for this level of commitment can stay in Aerial 2-3 and continue to enjoy and learn advanced aerial skills.

Mon/Tue/Wed/Thu 3:15pm - 4:15pm

(ages 9-18)

NEW THIS TERM! This class pairs with and compliments every discipline at UMO School. By using the body as resistance, students will be guided in building strength, endurance, flexibility, and conditioning.

We encourage all age-appropriate students to add this class to their schedule.

Tuesdays 5:30pm - 6:30pm

(ages 5-9)

We will work on acrobatic foundations of handstand and tumbling, while engaging in a fun, playful environment. Every class will include strengthening basic shapes like hollow body and plank, and working on fundamental skills such as cartwheels, handstands, forward and backward rolls.

Wednesdays 5:15pm - 6:15pm

(ages 8-12)

We will work on acrobatic foundations of handstand and tumbling, while engaging in a fun, playful environment. Every class will include strengthening basic shapes like hollow body and plank, and working on fundamental skills such as cartwheels, handstands, forward and backward rolls and continuing with complex floor routines.

Wednedays 4:15pm - 5:15pm

(ages 9-18)

We will build the fundamentals of handstands in this class. We will cover techniques of mat acrobatics, build strength and flexibility and begin to focus these skills toward partner acro.

Prerequisite: Acro Gymnastics 1 and 2, or by instructor permission.

Wednesdays 3:15pm - 4:15pm

(ages 9-18)

NEW THIS TERM! This class pairs with and compliments every discipline at UMO School. By using the body as resistance, students will be guided in building strength, endurance, flexibility, and conditioning.

We encourage all age-appropriate students to add this class to their schedule.

Tuesdays 5:30pm - 6:30pm

(ages 5-8)

Students will work on the foundations of parkour through a series of fun games and obstacle courses combined with basic parkour moves and freerunning. Bring loose clothing and lots of energy!

Tuesdays 4:30pm - 5:30pm

(ages 6-9)

Students will learn the foundational movements of parkour through a series of fun games and obstacle courses. These games teach safe movement techniques while helping students develop strong social emotional skills of cooperation, teamwork and leadership. In parkour games students develop balance, strength, discipline, self confidence, and leadership. Bring loose clothing and be prepared for a fun challenge!

Mondays 4:30pm - 5:30pm

(ages 10-16)

In this class we will cover basic Parkour moves and freerunning tricks.  Students will learn a variety of techniques and movements and apply them in games, challenges and obstacle courses. In parkour students develop balance, strength, discipline, self confidence, leadership, and overcome fears & limitations. Bring loose clothing and be prepared to move!

Mondays 3:30pm - 4:30pm

(ages 8-13)

In this class we will build on fundamental parkour techniques to develop the students as well rounded parkour athletes. Students can expect to apply the skills they have learned in more complicated situations as well as learning new more advanced parkour movements. This class should be an enjoyable challenge for students looking to go beyond the basic parkour class.

Prerequisites: Instructor permission required; one year of UMO Parkour classes, or other advanced movement experience is needed.

Mondays 5:30pm - 6:30pm

(ages 9-18)

NEW THIS TERM! This class pairs with and compliments every discipline at UMO School. By using the body as resistance, students will be guided in building strength, endurance, flexibility, and conditioning.

We encourage all age-appropriate students to add this class to their schedule.

Tuesdays 5:30pm - 6:30pm

(ages 8-12)

In this class, students will learn the basics of skateboarding with master skateboarder Bobby Dodd, including balance, falls, and keeping steady. Beginners welcome!

Class will be held inside or outside, depending on the weather.

A board, helmet, and closed-toe shoes are required. Please reach out if you need help sourcing this equipment.

Wednesdays 5:15pm - 6:15pm

(ages 5-99)

UMO School and the Vashon Grappling Club are partnering to offer Japanese Judo and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. These kindred “gentle” arts will help young students learn confidence, patience, perseverance, kinesthetic awareness, and martial skills. The goal of these sports is to encourage your opponent into surrender using techniques of leverage, holds and throws. Classes will consist of warm-ups and conditioning, technical instruction and practice (throws or take-downs, submissions and defenses), randori (free sparring), and games. The course and curriculum will be taught by club instructors, including Bobby Dodd, Sean and Heidi Lang, Nick Arnold and Warren Maierhofer. We encourage you to bring a training partner, someone you feel comfortable wrestlin’ with!

The family-friendly course fee is per household (up to three family members). Families registered for this class may also attend Open Mat time on Saturdays at 11:00am.

Please email us at umoschool@openspacevashon.com with the names of all family members who will attend.

Tue/Thu

Beginners: 5:15pm - 6:15pm

Continuing: 6:15pm - 7:15pm

(ages 11-19)

Taught by certified kickboxing instructor Axel Sullivan, students will explore kickboxing moves in a fun workout atmosphere, designed for teens.

This class is offered at the discounted rate of $120 for the whole session in partnership with ORBIT Youth Space.

Scholarships are available, email us at umoschool@openspacevashon.com

No one will be turned away for lack of funds.

Mondays (Middle School) 3:30pm - 4:30pm

OR

Tuesdays (High School) 3:30pm - 4:30pm

(ages 9-18)

NEW THIS TERM! This class pairs with and compliments every discipline at UMO School. By using the body as resistance, students will be guided in building strength, endurance, flexibility, and conditioning.

We encourage all age-appropriate students to add this class to their schedule.

Tuesdays 5:30pm - 6:30pm

(ages 18+)

This class is ongoing training for adults with previous Aerial experience.

Tissue, Rope, and Trapeze will be explored and students will learn and build on basics, advance their skills, and develop routines on their preferred apparatus.

If enough students of different levels register, the class may be divided according to levels to best serve the participants.

Adult Open Gym on Thursdays at 5:15pm is included with this class at no additional cost.

Tuesdays 6:15pm - 7:15pm AND/OR

Thursdays 6:15pm - 7:15pm

Jiu Jitsu Lab is an adult, all levels meetup. Martial Arts instructors Bobby Dodd and Sean Lang will lead these sessions along with other high ranking Vashon martial artists and guest grapplers dropping in to share their knowledge.

The class will focus on a collaborative approach which analyzes and works through the myriad of technical aspects of a variety of grappling arts, namely Jiu Jitsu, Judo, and Wrestling. General fitness will be cultivated through dynamic warm ups, flowing movements, and light stretching. Technical knowledge will be gained by practicing and reviewing common techniques and social connections will be formed through mutually beneficial practice. Sparring is optional.

Wednesdays 6:30pm - 7:30pm

(ages 18+)

*NEW THIS TERM! This Adult Partner Acro class focuses on basic partner moves that include strength and balance. Reliance on a partner, trust and awareness of bodies, balance and space. Have a partner register with you or email us to see if there is another solo to work with.

This is a 4 class series to start to build momentum. Future classes as interest continues!

Wednesdays 9/18, 9/25, 10/2, 10/9 6:15pm - 7:15pm

(ages 18+)

Have you ever watched a high-flying aerial show and thought, "that looks fun!"? Here's your chance to learn basic skills on a variety of aerial apparatuses. No experience necessary!

Coach: Sarah Smith

4 Week session, October 20 - November 10. $100

Sundays 5:00pm - 6:00pm