Upcoming Workshops,
Performances + Photoshoots
Kids + Youth Circus Camp
Join the circus for five consecutive days with Fly Freak! Guided by our expert team of teachers, kids will practice aerial sling and Lyra (hoop), and get a taste of ground disciplines including acro balance, juggling, and contortion.
Prerequisite: at least one (four-week) session of beginner sling.
Please ensure kiddos eat well before class!
Dates: August 3 - 7.
Times: 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Price: $411.11
Georgia Twist Extravaganza 3-Week Session
Do you love Georgia Twist? Do you wish you loved Georgia Twist? In this 3-week session, we will explore several options for entrances and exits. Maybe you’ll find your new favorite twist on the Georgia Twist! This workshop is best for intermediate sling stars and beyond.
Date: Thursdays, August 13 - August 27
Time: 4:30 p.m. - 5:20 p.m.
Cost: $69
Sling - Bold Belays Workshop
This advanced workshop will explore many ways in and out of a sling belay, as well as fun moves to do in your belay. Challenge your brain and body as you tie yourself in knots -- and get yourself untied! Best for advanced sling stars.
Date: Sunday, August 16
Time: 1:30-2:45 p.m.
Cost: $69
Banned Books Student Showcase, Night 1
Join us for the thought provoking, gravity-defying, and enticing student Fly Freak student showcase of, “Banned Books.”
Expect dancers AND aerialists on 3 different apparatI. Come enjoy some memorable art and support local artists! See you at the show, Superstars. Perhaps leave feeling inspired to turn a few more pages.
Date: Saturday, August 22
Time: 7:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Lineup:
Autumn
Maria
Kimberly, Paige, Kindra
Kelly Winter
Emily Sevcik
Zellars/Bree
Elfi
Emma
Banned Books Student Showcase, Night 2
Join us for the thought provoking, gravity-defying, and enticing student Fly Freak student showcase of, “Banned Books.”
Expect dancers AND aerialists on 3 different apparatI. Come enjoy some memorable art and support local artists! See you at the show, Superstars. Perhaps leave feeling inspired to turn a few more pages.
Date: Sunday, August 23
Time: 2:30 - 3:30 p.m.
Lineup:
Kimberly, Paige, Kindra
Maria
Autumn
Emily Sevcil
Kelly Winter
Zellars/Bree
Emma
Sling - Spinning Technique and Endurance, 4-week session
This 4-week session is all about spinning! We will explore different ways to generate spin, learn how to control orbit and swing, and use flare technique to invert while spinning, all while slowly building spin tolerance over the 4 weeks. Each week we will also learn a short sequence that works well with a spin.
This session is great for sling stars of any level who love to spin or who want to love it!
Session Dates: Fridays, August 28 - September 18
Time: 5:30-6:20 p.m.
Cost: $88.88
All Apparatus Spinning Flares Workshop
Build your spin-stamina and learn new spin techniques in this all-aparatus workshop! Experiment with controlling the speed of your spin and learn how to move with your spin to smooth out inversions and other movements.
Pre-requisite: this workshop is best for intermediate aerialists on any apparatus. There will be options to work on the sling and the lyra.
Date: Saturday, August 29
Time: 1:30-3:00 p.m.
Cost: $45
Guardian + Kiddo Sling Workshop
In this workshop, guardians and kids alike can take flight together! Learn how to safely support each other for partner poses on the floor and in the sling with plenty of photo opportunities throughout. No experience necessary!
This workshop package includes both one guardian and one child.
Date: Sunday, August 30
Time: 2:25-3:25 p.m.
Cost: $80
Sling - Drops without Flops 3-week session
Learn drops and drop safety in this 3-part series for intermediate to advanced level aerialists. We will focus on body positioning and mechanics necessary to drop safely, as well as learn how to control each drop so you don't have to flop!
Potential benefits - build confidence, improve stamina in the air and get boost of adrenaline with these fun drops!
Session Dates: Sundays - September 13 through September 27.
Time: 1:30-2:20 p.m.
Cost: $69
Aerial Chains Workshop
Students will learn to create shapes and eventually flow with the mesmerizing chains apparatus. Perhaps even learn a drop or two, depending on skill level.
Pre-Requisite: All skill levels welcomed!
Recommended Attire: Two layers of pants or thicker cotton pants and shirts with sleeves.
Potential Benefits: Chains is a gorgeous apparatus to build strength, stamina, and creativity with.
Dates: September 19
Time: 5:45 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Price: $50
Aerial Chains Workshop - Intermediate
Students will learn to create shapes and eventually flow with the mesmerizing chains apparatus. Perhaps even learn a drop or two, depending on skill level.
Pre-Requisite: Attend at least one aerial chains workshop previously (the one that is scheduled right before this counts!)
Recommended Attire: Two layers of pants or thicker cotton pants and shirts with sleeves.
Potential Benefits: Chains is a gorgeous apparatus to build strength, stamina, and creativity with.
Date: Saturday, September 19
Time: 7:15 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Cost: $50
Guardian + Kiddo Sling Workshop
In this workshop, guardians and kids alike can take flight together! Learn how to safely support each other for partner poses on the floor and in the sling with plenty of photo opportunities throughout. No experience necessary!
This workshop package includes both one guardian and one child.
Date: Sunday, October 4
Time: 9:15-10:15 a.m.
Cost: $80
Guardian + Kiddo Sling Workshop
In this workshop, guardians and kids alike can take flight together! Learn how to safely support each other for partner poses on the floor and in the sling with plenty of photo opportunities throughout. No experience necessary!
This workshop package includes both one guardian and one child.
Date: Sunday, December 13
Time: 9:15-10:15 a.m.
Cost: $80
Live at Lush: All Revolution No Brakes. With Touissaint Morrison, Isavela Lopez, & Purple Queen Zen
Our next live show is going UP once again in NE MPLS! Witness over 20 aerialists, a few fan dancers, maybe even a couple acro stars grooving to the luscious sounds of local music superstars:
Touissaint Morrison, Isavela Lopez and Purple Queen Zen
The theme will be “All Revolution No Brakes.” Bring your favorite protest t-shirts, your strongest opinions, and your VISION for a more equitable future - and get ready for a good ass time! No filters going up.
For every ticket sold, we will donate $5 to Seeds Worth Sowing.
Those who book early - save! We have 2-4-1 on 10 tickets!
Date: Saturday, August 1
Doors: 6pm
Show time: 6:30 - 8:30
In the Spotlight Shoot
Create your latest masterpiece mid-air or on land! This will be a different look than our past shoots. Show off your superstardom a warm glow! Choose to shoot on sling, silks, lyra, chair, or floor! All levels very welcome.
Date: Friday, July 31
Time: 8:30-10:45 p.m.
Cost: $111.11
Silks Drop Workshop
This intermediate silks workshop will cover foundational drop pathways on split-panel silks. We will drop forward, backward, sideways, and straight down. Learn how to hold your body shape in each drop to keep yourself safe and how to control your speed to go faster or slower. More experienced students will have opportunities to stack multiple drops within one wrap, while newer students focus on the basics of each drop.
Prerequisite: students should be able to get into a hip key from a climb and invert from the floor.
Monthly members are eligible for $5 off. Please email hayley@flyfreakstudio.com to purchase at this lower rate!
Date: Saturday, July 25
Time: 1:30-2:45 p.m.
Cost: $45
Sling Doubles Workshop
Grab a buddy for this doubles workshop to learn flips, tricks, and spins with 2 people on 1 sling. Be ready to get up close and comfortable, because a sling is small quarters for 2 people. Extra focus on communication and coordination, with room for experimenting between you and your partner. We recommend that you sign up with a partner in mind (COVID aware), but if you have trouble finding a partner let us know and we can help!
Date: Sunday, June 7
Time: 2:30-4:00 p.m.
Cost: $50
Sling Solo + Duet 9-Week Performance Session
Let's dive into aerial sling choreography! In this 9-week session, you will learn how to create a short duet performance piece. This package includes 9 practice sessions and 1 private lesson with the instructor of your choice. You will have the option to perform your piece at the LIVE student showcase the weekend of August 21 through 23.
The theme is yet to be announced.
Session Dates: Saturdays, June 20–August 15
Time: 6:45-8:00 p.m.
Solo Cost: $588.88
Duet Cost: $404.44
Kids + Youth Sling Group 9-Week Performance Session
Let's dive into aerial sling choreography! In this 9-week session, you will learn how to create a short group performance piece.
This package includes 9 practice sessions and the option to perform your piece at the LIVE student showcases the weekend of August 21 through 23. $15 per ticket, if you stay for the full performance.
Ages 6-14, no experience necessary.
Each performer will receive video clips and still images of their artistry.
The theme is to be announced!
Session Dates: Saturdays, June 20–August 15
Time: 5:30-6:30 p.m.
Cost: $313.33
Silks Solo + Duet 9-Week Performance Session
Let's dive into aerial silks choreography! In this 9-week session, you will learn how to create a short duet performance piece. This package includes 9 practice sessions, 1 private lesson with the instructor of your choice, and the option to perform your piece at the LIVE student showcases the weekend of August 21 through 23. Each performer will receive video clips and still images of their artistry.
The theme is to be announced!
Session Dates: Fridays, June 19–August 21
Time: 8:30-9:45 p.m.
Solo Cost: $588.88
Solo Duet: $404.44
Ballet-Acro Group 9-Week Student Performance Session
Learn jumps, turns and rolls from both the ballet and acro worlds and blend the styles into a contemporary dance choreography, which you will perform with other group members.
Practice will culminate in a performance of your piece at the LIVE student showcases the weekend of August 21-23. Performers will receive video clips and still shots of their act.
Theme to be announced.
Session Dates: Thursdays, June 18–August 18
Time: 8:30-9:30 p.m.
Cost: $313.33
Kids + Youth Circus Camp
Join the circus for five consecutive days with Fly Freak! Guided by our expert team of teachers, kids will practice aerial sling and Lyra (hoop), and get a taste of ground disciplines including acro balance, juggling, and contortion.
Prerequisite: at least one (six-week) session of beginner sling.
Please ensure kiddos eat well before class!
Dates: June 15 - 19
Times: 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Price: $411.11
Lyra Group 9-Week Performance Session
Let's dive into aerial Lyra choreography! In this 9-week session, you will learn how to create a short group performance piece. This package includes 9 practice sessions and the option to perform your piece at the LIVE student showcases the weekend of August 21 through 23. $15 per ticket.
Each performer will receive video clips and still images of their artistry.
The theme is to be announced!
Session Dates: Sundays, June 14–August 9
Time: 5:30-6:30 p.m.
Cost: $313.33
Youth Lyra Group 9-Week Performance Session
Let's dive into aerial hoop choreography! In this 9-week session, you will create and perform a short group performance piece.
This package includes 9 practice sessions and the option to perform your piece at the LIVE student showcases the weekend of August 21 through 23. $15 per ticket, if you stay for the full performance.
Each performer will receive video clips and still images of their artistry.
The theme is to be announced!
Dates: Sundays, June 14–August 9
Time: 4–5 p.m.
Cost: $313.33
Lyra Solo or Duet 9-Week Performance Session
Let's dive into aerial Lyra choreography! In this 9-week session, you will learn how to create a short group performance piece. This package includes 9 practice sessions, 1 private lesson, and the option to perform your piece at the LIVE student showcases the weekend of August 21 through 23. $15 per ticket.
Each performer will receive video clips and still images of their artistry.
The theme is to be announced!
Session Dates: Sundays, June 1–August 9
Time: 2:30-3:45 p.m.
Solo Cost: $588.88
Duet Cost: $404.44
FF Games Summer Kickoff Party
All levels are welcome for an evening of fun and games in the fabric studio! Bring your team spirit and get ready to go for gold in a variety of fun games utilizing the aerial apparatuses.
This games night will be more silly than our usual fare, but of course safety and accessibility to all are a given at FF. All levels and apparatus lovers welcome!
Date: Saturday, June 13
Time: 5:30-7:00 p.m.
Cost: $35
Silks Class + Shoot: Nightlight Edition!
Create art mid-air in the beauty of the night, utilizing our colorful lights to cast your glow!
This kicks off with a 45-minute posing workshop and warm-up. There will be about 15 minutes to refresh hair and make-up. Then we will begin the shoot with Photographer Clockwork Steve. Models will take turns being the vogue superstar throughout the shoot.
Dates: Saturday, June 6
Time: 6:30 - 8:45 p.m.
Cost: $125
Guardian + Kiddo Sling Workshop
In this workshop, guardians and kids alike can take flight together! Learn how to safely support each other for partner poses on the floor and in the sling with plenty of photo opportunities throughout. No experience necessary!
This workshop package includes both one guardian and one child.
Date: Sunday, May 31
Time: 2:30-3:30 p.m.
Cost: $80
Lyra Spanset Tricks Workshop
Expand your skill repertoire and reach new heights in this 90-minute workshop. We'll explore what you can do on the top of the lyra in and with the span set!
Prerequisite: This workshop is best for those who have taken some intermediate-level or higher lyra classes and are comfortable sitting on the top of the lyra.
Date: Saturday, May 30
Time: 5:45-7:15 p.m.
Cost: $50
Low Lyra Workshop
In this beginner-friendly workshop, you will explore flowing movement from the floor to the lyra. Create magical flows, all while staying close to the ground.
Skills covered include accessible dance/floorwork, tricks in the Lyra, and smooth transitions. You’ll tap into creative pathways that blend movement, musicality, and magic to create luscious and dreamy sequences.
Open to all levels!
Date: Saturday, May 30
Time: 4:30-5:45 p.m.
Cost: $50
Guardian + Kiddo Sling Workshop
In this workshop, guardians and kids alike can take flight together! Learn how to safely support each other for partner poses on the floor and in the sling with plenty of photo opportunities throughout. No experience necessary!
This workshop package includes both one guardian and one child.
Date: Sunday, May 17
Time: 2:30-3:30 p.m.
Cost: $80
Intro to Ballet 4-Week Session
Build strength, gain flexibility, and nurture your inner elegance. This beginning adult ballet session prioritizes movement structure, body placement, and elegance. All skill levels and identities very welcomed.
Recommended attire: Leotard and tights are welcome, but not required. Wear comfortable, form-fitting clothing with ballet slippers or socks, and hair pulled away from the face.
Potential Benefits: Strengthen your muscles and connect more deeply with your body.
Dates: Saturdays, May 16 - June 6
Time: 1:30-2:20 p.m.
Cost: $69.99
Live at Lush: Mayday Part 2! with MPLS House, Razz Artís, T.O.D.D. + Aerialist
Catch the aerialists of Fly Freak Studio collaborating with local musical artists, MPLS House, Razz Artís, & T.O.D.D.! There will be nearly twenty fly freaks performing some of the best aerial arts in the Midwest to live, luscious sounds of these local superstars at the infamous LUSH Lounge and Theatre.
Doors open at 6, show starts at 6:30 p.m. and goes until 8:30 p.m.! Thanks so much to every audience member for celebrating May Day Part 2 with us! Flowers, political tees, and anarchist vibes are encouraged but not mandatory.
Date: Saturday, May 9th
Time: 6:00-8:30 p.m.
Lyra Level-Up from Intermediate to Advanced 4-Week Session
Ready to take your lyra skills up a notch? Level up in this 3-week session! We'll focus on helping students feel confident in several intermediate to advanced poses and sequences. We'll also work on mounts, transitions, and other skills needed to feel ready to take on advanced level classes.
This session is best for students who are past beginner-level classes.
Session Dates: Mondays, May 4 - 25
Time: 7:30-8:20 p.m.
Cost: $88.88
May Day Parade
Our Mayday celebration began in 1974, initiated and shepherded by In the Heart of the Beast Theatre (HOBT) as an annual event with broad community participation. For nearly 50 years HOBT enacted the Mayday Parade, the Tree of Life Ceremony, and the Festival in Powderhorn Park. In April 2023, HOBT announced that it would no longer produce Mayday, and “released it” to the community.
Now, in 2026, there is no single organization producing Mayday; the Parade is built by decentralized community groups hosting puppet-making workshops and the Semilla Center for Healing and the Arts is sponsoring an artistic cohort and workshops to create the Tree of Life Ceremony. Festivities in Powderhorn Park following the Parade will be quite different than in HOBT years, with no organized food trucks or large music stages. You are encouraged to bring picnics and enjoy the beautiful park.
The Parade begins at noon at Bloomington Avenue and 28th Street. Then will proceed down Bloomington Avenue to 34th Street, turn East, and enter Powderhorn Park between 34th and 35th Streets on 15th Avenue.
Beginner Silks 4-Week Session
This beginner 4-week session covers basic knowledge of split panel silks. Learn to climb, work towards essential skills like inverts and hip keys, and add 2-3 moves or poses to your arsenal each week. Build your strength and skills while having lots of fun!
Are you new to aerial? We recommend trying Sling - Beginner or Lyra - Beginner first for the best experience!
Date: Saturdays, May 2 - 23
Time: 1:30-2:20 p.m.
Cost: $88.88
Beginner Sling 4-Week Session
New to aerial? This session is for you!
You'll learn and master the basics of aerial sling, including the terminology, and gain the confidence to enter any aerial yoga or aerial fitness class afterward.
POTENTIAL BENEFITS: fun new skills, less back pain, more mobility, connect with cool people, PLAY!
Session Dates: Sundays, April 19 - May 10.
Time: 2:30-3:20 p.m.
Cost: $88.88
Somewhere Over the Rainbow Student Showcase
Join us for the beautiful, dreamy student Fly Freak student showcase of, “Somewhere over the Rainbow.” Prepare to dream bigger.
Expect aerialists on 4 different apparati. Come enjoy some memorable art and support local artists! See you at the show, Superstars.
Showtimes are:
Friday, April 10 at 8 p.m.
Saturday, April 11 at 2 p.m. and 8 p.m.
Sunday, April 12 at 2 p.m.
Sling Level-Up from Beginner to Intermediate 3-Week Session
If you have been hanging out in beginner sling for a while, now is your time to level up! This 3-week series will focus on the bigger beginner sling tricks like circus sit, ankle hang, hip key, and more. We will work on nailing some of the more difficult tricks and explore different ways through common wraps so you feel confident going into more advanced explorations.
Session Dates: Wednesdays, April 8 - 22
Time: 7:30-8:20 p.m.
Cost: $88.88
Lyra Beginner 4-Week Session
This beginner session covers basic knowledge of lyra, also known as aerial hoop or ring. Each class we'll work on foundational skills and new poses.
Potential Benefits: build strength, flexibility, and learn a new apparatus!
Date: Sunday, April 5 - 26
Time: 10:30-11:20 a.m.
Cost: $88.88
Old School Collodian Photoshoot
Come in and strike a pose! Just one. Because you will need to hold it for fifteen or so minutes! This is an old school style of photography that began in 1851. You will get to take a plate of your image home that day! Create art that will stand the test of time.
We will be collaborating with Kary Janousek of Old School Collodion for this shoot.
Date: Saturday - March 28
Time: 11:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Cost: $210
Sling Doubles Workshop
Grab a buddy for this doubles workshop to learn flips, tricks, and spins with 2 people on 1 sling. Be ready to get up close and comfortable, because a sling is small quarters for 2 people. Extra focus on communication and coordination, with room for experimenting between you and your partner. We recommend that you sign up with a partner in mind (COVID aware), but if you have trouble finding a partner let us know and we can help!
This workshop will be led by Coach Clara and Coach Grey!
Date: Saturday, March 14
Time: 1:30-2:45 p.m.
Cost: $40
Kickstand Extravaganza
All things kickstand! Learn some of the fanciest moves never-before-seen in town.
Date: Tuesday, March 3
Time: 7:20-8:25 p.m.
Cost: $40