(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.

Tuesdays 4:15pm - 5:15pm

(ages 6-11)

We will learn some fun basics on aerial sling and tissue as well as gaining the strength, active flexibility and mental focus required to move on to aerial 1. Students will work on conditioning their bodies specifically for aerial through learning body shapes like plank, hollow body, tuck, pike and straddle, as well as how to safely hang and invert. We will learn the basic aerial silks climb, and foot-lock and practice fun skills on sling and tissue.

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

Wednesdays 5:15pm - 6:15pm

(ages 11-18)

In this class designed for teen beginners, we will learn the building blocks of aerial. Students will move through challenging abdominal and upper body strength and endurance exercises with a focus on control and technique through strength and flexibility. The pace of learning will be set by the class as they learn skills.

Mondays 5:30pm - 6:30pm

(ages 8-16)

In this class we will build on the skills from Aerial Intro. Students will continue to work on strength and flexibility. The warm up routine becomes more challenging with more abdominal and upper body strength and endurance exercises. There is more focus on control and technique, no longer just moving through the skills but doing them with form and grace.

Mondays 4:30pm - 5:30pm AND/OR

Wednesdays 5:15pm - 6:15pm

(ages 8-17)

Aerial 1-2 continues to build strength and flexibility while expanding the tricks students will be able to perform. Aerial 1-2 also provides a second class option for both Aerial 1 and Aerial 2 students to build strength and endurance.

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

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

Thursdays 4:15pm - 5:15pm

(ages 9-17)

Aerial 2 continues to build strength and flexibility while expanding the tricks students will be able to learn.

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

A second class is HIGHLY recommended at this level. Aerial 1-2 on Tuesday 5:15 and Aerial 2-3 at 4:15 on Wednesday are both appropriate choices.

With a second class, open gym on Thursday at 4:15 is included in the price.

Mondays 5:15pm - 6:15pm

(ages 11-18)

Aerial 2-3 continues to build strength and flexibility while expanding the tricks students will be able to learn. This class provides a second class option for both Aerial 2 and Aerial 3 students to build strength and endurance.

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

Wednesdays 4:15pm - 5:15pm

Aerial 2-3 Open Gym is an add-on class to build strength and allow students to practice what they have learned in their main classes. An instructor will monitor this class, but it is for students who are motivated and self-directed.

Students taking Aerial 2 or Aerial 2-3 may register for this class.

This class is included for students taking Aerial 3.

Thursdays 4:15pm - 5:15pm

(ages 12-18)

Aerial 3 is for serious aerial students, building on their existing skills to add more challenging skills and experimenting with new apparatus.

Aerial 2-3 Open Gym (Thur, 4:15-5:15) is included at no charge with this class, and it is highly encouraged for students to attend.

Students at this level may also register for Aerial Strength Training (Thur 3:15).

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

(ages 12-18)

Aerial Performance is designed for the most advanced and committed aerial students who are interested in advancing to professional aerial performance work.

It requires at least a 3 day/week commitment, and 4 days is encouraged. In addition to Mon/Tue Aerial Performance classes, students may choose from Aerial Strength Training and Partner Acro. Open Gym time on Wednesday or Thursday at 3:15 is available to them as a free training time, and also serves as an alternate day if a student is absent for another class that week.

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 3 and continue to learn and enjoy aerial in 2 classes a week.

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

(ages 12-18)

This class is designed to help advanced aerial students build strength and flexibility, and to advance students' agility to safely perform aerial with grace and endurance.

Students in Aerial 2 or 3 may register for this class, or by instructor permission.

Aerial Strength Training is included for all students registered for Aerial Performance.

Thursdays 3:15pm - 4:15pm

A private lesson with either Amanda Thornton or Sarah Smith can help catch a student up on certain skills, help an advanced student perfect a routine or allow a student to work on a different apparatus with focused attention (trapeze, hoop, rope).

ONE lesson is $80 and needs to be scheduled with UMO admin team at school@umo.org

Mondays 2:15pm - 3:15pm

Wednesdays 2:15pm - 3:15pm

Thursdays 5:15pm - 6:15pm

(ages 6-10)

We will work on acrobatics 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, and forward and backward rolls.

Wednesdays 4:15pm - 5:15pm

(ages 9-18)

In this class students will build on the basic skills learned in Acro Gym 1 by exploring counter balance in partnership with other students. We’ll learn partner stretches and exercises and practice the art of trusting one another.

Prerequisite: Acro Gym 1, or by instructor permission.

Wednesdays 3:15pm - 4:15pm

(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 free-running. Bring loose clothing and lots of energy!

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

Tuesdays 4:15pm - 5:15pm

(ages 9-18)

In this high energy class, we will cover the fundamental techniques of Parkour. We will safely build gymnastics tumbling skills combined with basic parkour moves. Bring loose clothing and lots of energy!

If your child has done Parkour Games, they can register at 8 years old, with permission from the instructor.

Mondays 5:15pm - 6:15pm

(ages 11-18)

Students learn physical skills as in balance, vaulting, jumping, landing, running, climbing, rolling and some inversions. Students learn mental skills like focus, control, working with fear, path finding, vision and fun.

Mondays 3:15pm - 4:15pm

(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 6-79)

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).

Please email us at school@umo.org with the names of all family members who will attend.

If you’re interested in competing, we will also help you train for a local tournament.

Families registered for this class may also attend Open Mat time on Saturdays at 10:00am.

Tue/Thu

Beginners: 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Continuing: 6:15pm - 7:15pm

(ages 11-18)

This class taught by certified kickboxing instructor Axel Sullivan will explore kickboxing moves in a fun workout atmosphere, designed for teens.

This class is FREE in partnership with ORBIT Youth Space!

Tuesdays 3:15pm - 4:15pm

This class is the ongoing training session that is offered to adults; beginning and continuing students.

Tissue, Rope and Trapeze will be explored and students will learn basics and finally, develop runtimes on their preferred apparatus.

Adult Open Gym on Thursdays at 5:15pm will accompany this class at no additional cost.

Beginners: Thursdays 6:15pm - 7:15pm

Continuing: Tuesdays 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 16+)

Learn the fundamentals of partner acro yoga! In this class you will learn counterbalancing exercises and poses, and L-Basing stretches and sequences. No experience is required.

Teens, bring a friend to work with!

Adults, bring someone to work with or get partnered with a new friend!

Saturday, November 11, 10:00 - 11:30am

(ages 12+)

This workshop is for current aerialists wanting to learn how to partner each other in the air. We will look at hand to hand porting in the aerial silk or trapeze depending on your preference. In this workshop there is a strong focus on how to communicate effectively and collaboratively as circus partners.

Teens, bring a friend to work with!

Adults, bring someone to work with or get partnered with a new friend!

Saturday, November 11, 11:45am - 1:15pm

(ages 12+)

This workshop will focus on the form and structure of a handstand, including the body mechanics and alignment involved. You will learn drills and exercises and practice different ways of getting in and out of handstands from the wall and in the center of the room. This class is appropriate for complete beginners and those who are already working on their handstands.

Teens and adults welcome!

Saturday, November 11, 1:30 - 3:00pm

(ages 11+)

Continue your training in these two 1.5 hour advanced workshops with Abraham focusing on advanced tricks and flips.

September 25 7:00 - 8:30pm

December 4 7:00 - 8:30pm