How To Do Aerials Till 100
Join Bethany Shum (Circus Physiotherapist) in this 3-hour workshop at the National Centre for Circus Arts where we will focus on Load Management & Recovery Strategies for aerialists.
What will you learn?
In this workshop, we will dive deep into:
- Physical Demands & Circus Bodies Challenges – Learn about common physical health conditions that aerialists face
- Load Management & Exercise Planning – How to balance training intensity, volume, and recovery to avoid burnout and maximize performance.
- Recovery Strategies & Injury Prevention – Active recovery techniques, and myofascial release for acrobats/aerialists/performers!
About Beth
- Chartered physiotherapist (HCPC, MCSP).
- Performing Arts Specialist Physiotherapist (Flexibility Matters Ltd) in London.
- Circus Health Practitioner at the National Centre for Circus Arts.
- Pain Specialist Physiotherapist in NHS.
- Master’s in Performing Arts Medicine at UCL graduating with distinction.
- Presented her ‘Pain in Acrobatic Performers’ research at the PAMA Conference.
More Information
Date
Saturday 14 June 2025
10.30am – 1.30pm
Cost
ÂŁ38
ÂŁ33 for Open Training Members (concession rate)
Maximum number of participants
15
Attire and equipment
Wear comfortable, flexible clothing that allows freedom of movement. Participants are welcome to bring their own therabands and massage balls.