How To Do Aerials Till 100

Join Bethany Shum (Circus Physiotherapist) in this 3-hour workshop at the National Centre for Circus Arts where we will focus on Load Management & Recovery Strategies for aerialists.

What will you learn?

In this workshop, we will dive deep into:

• Physical Demands & Circus Bodies Challenges – Learn about common physical health conditions that aerialists face
• Load Management & Exercise Planning – How to balance training intensity, volume, and recovery to avoid burnout and maximize performance.
• Recovery Strategies & Injury Prevention – Active recovery techniques, and myofascial release for acrobats/aerialists/performers!

About Beth

• Chartered physiotherapist (HCPC, MCSP).
• Performing Arts Specialist Physiotherapist (Flexibility Matters Ltd) in London.
• Circus Health Practitioner at the National Centre for Circus Arts.
• Pain Specialist Physiotherapist in NHS.
• Master’s in Performing Arts Medicine at UCL graduating with distinction.
• Presented her ‘Pain in Acrobatic Performers’ research at the PAMA Conference.

More Information
Date: Saturday 14 June 2025, 10.30am – 1.30pm

Cost: £38, £33 for Open Training Members (concession rate)

Maximum number of participants: 15

Attire and equipment: Wear comfortable, flexible clothing that allows freedom of movement. Participants are welcome to bring their own therabands and massage balls.