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Thứ Tư, 25 tháng 6, 2014

Aerial Silk, Scarf, Ribbon And Tie 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.

Many use dry spray or resin on different body parts to help increase the friction between skin and material. This is something anyone working with flying equipment may want to consider. Whether for friction, safety, or both, resin has always been a staple among acrobats, dancers and performance artists.

As performers are often required to climb these fabrics without any safety lines or nets, it is also advised that each individual performing these type stunts carry personal liability insurance. As the aerial fabrics are used to swing, spiral, fall and suspend oneself in mid-air, it is generally a necessity. Most performance venues are going to require any production to carry at the least, liability insurance in case of accident or injury to cast, crew or audience.

Creating a sky gym in the home can also be a great experience. A home gym is a great tool, whether looking to compete, perform, rehearse, or just want to do aerial movement as hobby. As a home gym removes the drive time from home to gym, many individuals whom work with equipment related to flight are now becoming more intrigued by these home based gyms.

When a performer feels free to explore any and all movements as part of the development process, the freedom can often inspire artists to create more interesting arrangements. Whether acrobat, choreographer, dancer, or just someone wanting to have an incredible amount of fun, dreams about flying through the air have always been popular. As swinging has always been one of the closest feelings to flight, it is no doubt individuals whom enjoy the feeling will also enjoy this type of equipment and routines.

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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