UpSwing Aerial Dance Company

Dancer is Helium Valentine.

Video Editor: David Creech

Since sheltering in place for 62 days now, I have had time to reevaluate what we can and cannot do, what I want and do not want to do. Our performances for the rest of the year have been cancelled. Time to go back to one of my great loves and develop dance for film. A.K. Sandhu and UpSwing Company are embarking on new projects and collaborations. Here is a promo for a multimedia dance performance that we did in Dec 2019.

BEGINNING/INTERMEDIATE LEVEL FOR ADULTS Returning September 9th, Mondays, 6-7:30 PM taught by Helen Fitanides Aerial dance is a special form of aerial arts with the focus on the inherent beauty and fluidity of movement. Students learn basic vocabulary to move and secure themselves on the equipment by various body parts, but the emphasis of the class is on freedom of movement and expression in the vertical and horizontal space using 'motivity' trapeze, and other aerial equipment such as tissu, slings, lyra, etc. Go to our website in our profile for more information and to sign up. #dancerswhofly #dancinginair #eyeonupswingdance (at UpSwing Aerial Dance & Company) https://www.instagram.com/p/B1Bwc2zh6ly/?igshid=kp57zrdorrkk

Performing under the big sky is one of the best feelings, especially when you are floating in it. Thank you @openspacevsh for inviting UpSwing Aerial Dance Company to be part of this performance event and your community. #ilovevashonisland #vashonisland #openairoutdooraerialfestival #outdoorperformance (at Open Space for Arts & Community) https://www.instagram.com/p/B0_POPoBu6T/?igshid=1b4it9f0vjq9g

Dancing on Air! There is nothing like it! It is exhilarating. In a moment the floor disappears from beneath you, and you are floating on air. With each motion you are sculpting the air, creating a story captured with your movements, your emotions. Defy gravity. Make the impossible possible. BEGINNING/INTERMEDIATE LEVEL FOR ADULTS Returning September 9th, Mondays, 6-7:30 PM taught by Helen Fitanides Aerial dance is a special form of aerial arts with the focus on the inherent beauty and fluidity of movement, as opposed to the tricks and stunts taught in circus aerial arts classes. Students learn basic vocabulary to move and secure themselves on the equipment by various body parts, but the emphasis of the class is on freedom of movement and expression in the vertical and horizontal space using 'motivity' trapeze, and other aerial equipment such as tissu, lyra, etc. Students will be guided to explore the range of movement possibilities on and off the apparatus working individually, as well as with partners. Drop in rate is $25. Class cards available. Limited to 14 students All classes held at Studio 12, 2525 Eighth Street, Berkeley www.upswingaerialdance.org (at UpSwing Aerial Dance & Company) https://www.instagram.com/p/B03deQ8hAfL/?igshid=1c3g5370xsrm3

This photo came from our video shoot for the upcoming Winter Solstice show Dec 21 and 22. We will be showing 3 of the 7 sections this coming Saturday in Vashon Island WA. at the #openairoutdooraerialfestival produced by Open Space. (at UpSwing Aerial Dance & Company) https://www.instagram.com/p/B0dnsAKBj3w/?igshid=zg6guszuw79f

Putting the final touches on our newest aerial dance, "Nordlys", before taking it to @openspacevsh for the 2019 Open Air Outdoor Aerial Festival! Featuring internationally touring artists, local aerialists, and aerial students from the UMO School of Physical Arts, Open Air offers the community a fascinating display of aerial awe. 4pm, August 3rd, Vashon Island, WA . Bring a blanket and a picnic. #openairoutdooraerialfestival (at Open Space for Arts & Community) https://www.instagram.com/p/B0Ba88UhdFk/?igshid=1joqse3i2ng83

🎶You spin me round round baby Right round like a record, baby Right round round round🎶 Remember the song from Dead or Alive? I can't get it out of my head. Sandra Tillin you are making us spin with happiness. Thank you for donating to UpSwing's fundraiser. This spin is for you. Your donation was matched which means we have now raised $850. Our goal is $3000. There is still time to show your support. UpSwing has been invited to perform at Open Air Aerial Festival August 2nd on Vashon Island (Outside of Seattle) We are raising funds to support this tour as well as supporting our programs back home like the Girls Who Fly, the Teens Who Fly, the Aerial Master Series, the Winter Solstice Show and so much more. Your dollars not only make us spin but keep us going. It us the support of our community that makes this all possible. To make your donation, go to the link in our profile.☝️ Thank you for following us & thank you for considering making a donation. (at UpSwing Aerial Dance & Company) https://www.instagram.com/p/BxfGayEhtPb/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=a5h604tu7jo8

Elena Ronquillo you got us spinning for joy. BIG thank you for your continued support of UpSwing Aerial Dance & so many of my creative endeavors. Your donation just got matched. 🤸‍♂️🎉 We have now raised 💲700 towards our 💲3000 goal. Consider making a donation to UpSwing today by going to our profile and clicking on the link. 💲10, 💲20, 💲25, 💲50 or more... we will spin for you too! #spintowin #spinUpSwingFundraiser (at UpSwing Aerial Dance & Company) https://www.instagram.com/p/BxYMFeIAYjh/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=xyofgp8yf3m1