https://open.spotify.com/episode/4cFgII4aC3yg6NK5KeCP0I?si=8f84bc2f9287482c 

Thise two fabric strands that dangle from the ceiling hold endless fascination and don’t just captivate audiences in circus shows, but also cause aerial addicts in studios all over the world.

Aerial silks are a challenging but equally rewarding apparatus that requires patience, persistence and consistency, especially at the start. However, the pay-offs are massive, with strength, endurance, power, flexibility, coordination and creativity being boosted all at once.

So let’s talk about how to get into aerial silks training, the reality of starting and why things like the forearm pump never really go away, even when you are years into your silks training. Multi-disciplined silks, hoop and pole teacher Megan shines a light on her early days trying silks, why it was a huge struggle for her and the benefits she has experiences from committing to the silks.