Kamis, 26 Juni 2014

Aerial Silk, Ribbons, Scarves, Ties And Equipment Flight Routines

By Sherry Gross


There is nothing quite like catching the soar of an eagle. This is also the case when it comes to seeing an aerial silk performance for the first time. Seeing colorful silk scarves carry performers high above an audience with confidence.

Acrobats, dancers and performance artists entertain audiences with a variety of movement routines and skills. While the trapeze allowed for great entertainment, aerial artists and audiences alike have now become intrigued with the flexibility of movement allowed by different types of colorful fabric.

As an added layer of protection from slippage, performers often use dry spray powder or resin to increase hold between performer and equipment. Equipment can refer to ribbons, silk, ties or other objects on, or from where one flies through air. While most artists use gloves, it is important to assure that there is a strong grip between glove and equipment either with or without the use of spray powder or resin.

Since performers must often climb up to the top of equipment, fabric or other items, it is recommended that anyone performing aerial routines acquire liability insurance. Actually, many production studios and performance venues require anyone performing an art considered "dangerous, " carry at least the minimum coverage available.

For those simply wanting to dance or play with aerial scarves and other equipment, creating a home sky gym is one way to go. Each gym has different hooks on walls and ceilings from which different flying equipment can be installed. It is important to assure the ceiling and walls have the strength to hold the equipment and any individuals who plan on using same.

A home gym allows individuals the ability to work out on a more convenient schedule. Whereas, having to drive back and forth from a gym can often take time away from family and fun. Others may want to consider hosting others over to use a home sky gym. Additional uses include a fun place to host a healthy slumber party, or weekly exercise group.

The danger factor associated with aerial routines has existed since the creation of the first routine. There are now better ways to keep performers safe than in times passed as stronger tools have been developed over the years. It is important to obtain height, weight and dimensions when building or purchasing flight equipment to be used in the home gym to assure there is ample space for both safety and ease of movement.

While there is a level of risk with any aerial art form or routine, those flying on ribbons, scarves and ties tend to gain a great deal of excitement from doing so. This is because often the fabric appears as wings and carries the individual high above an auditorium or studio. Those still performing and having performed these skills in the past often say that flying on fabric is as close to flying with wings as one is going to get.




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