6 week Aerial Choreography | Freestyle & Flow (Summer Series)
July 2nd – August 6th, 2026
Single-session drop ins are open.

Aerial Choreography Course Details

This class is focused on aerial silks choreography and movement quality. Each week will focus on a guided choreography using one of the core aerial skills. The class will also explore different variables that can affect movement quality, such as tempo, music choice and expression. Students will learn different ways to approach aerial dance which they can apply to their own training.  It will be encouraged to experiment with the choreography to suit their own strengths, and unlock new aspects to the sequence, and to execute it in a unique style. This class is suitable for improver level and up. Students must be confident with the aerial foundation skills- footlock, hip-keys, climbs and inverts.

Who is this course for?

Advanced beginner to Intermediate Students. People looking to expand their understanding and confidence on aerial silks.

Are there any prerequisites to attend?

Comfortable with all the building blocks of aerial silks. A consistent aerial invert is an advantage.

Why You Should Join Aerial Choreography:

• To deepen your understanding of your apparatus.
• To experiment with different movement and music styles.
• To gain confidence in your own unique style.
• To develop your own pathways and sequences.
• To allow yourself time to experiment and play on the apparatus in a supportive environment.

What Should You Bring?

Long tight fitting clothing is best, e.g. leggings and tight upper layers. Avoid hoodies and loose clothing that might hinder vision when upside-down. No jewellery or watches. No zips on clothing, including small zips on leggings, as these can snag on the silks and damage the equipment.

Circus Factory has a microwave, kettle and small kitchen. The Marina Market Food Hall is also just across the road.

Location: Circus Factory
Day: Thursdays | July 2nd – August 6th
Time: 8PM – 9.15PM
Suitable for ages: 18+

6 Week Course: €105*
Drop In Price: €20

*10% Students and Unwaged Discount Code at check out: CFCONC10%
10% Discount for Practitioner Members
20% Discount for Professional Members

Single session registrations will only be made available should the the course not fully book out.

Drop in price: €20 (No discounts apply)

About Brenda Long

I started Circus 10 years ago. I had moved back home after living abroad and was looking for a way to settle back into life in Cork. Circus provided an outlet for creativity, movement, physical challenge and, most importantly, connection and community. Circus, specifically Aerial Silks, has been my entire personality ever since.

I am a mono-talent at silks. In my opinion, it is the prettiest; but I also lack the pain tolerance for the other aerial apparatuses. I have recently begun to dabble in Hula-Hoop- which is also surprisingly quite painful!

At Circus Factory, I teach aerial silks for beginners and up to our intermediate level. I began coaching in 2019 and completed the Paper Doll Militia Level 1 Silks Teacher Training in 2020. My focus is on clean technique, building strength and pacing students safely- all while having a fun, supportive atmosphere in my classes. I love encouraging students to be playful and creative.

I’m passionate about creating events for the community to get together and giving people an opportunity to push themselves artistically. I have produced shows for Halloween, Student Showcases, World Circus Day and the Gala Show for Pitched Festival. I want to continue to grow as an aerialist and explore more ways to develop choreography and creativity into my practice.

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