UK's Flying Trapeze Academy

Frequently Asked Questions

We know flying trapeze can feel exciting, mysterious, and slightly ridiculous before your first class. Here are answers to some of the questions people usually ask before taking flight.

Our classes are divided into levels so that you can train alongside flyers working on similar skills. Read the descriptions below before choosing your class.

Level 1

Level 1 Description

A level 1 class is a class for complete beginners, or those who are just getting started, and is suitable for all ages 8+. No experience necessary!

During your first class, there will be a safety briefing, and a group warm up. You will then learn your trick on the ‘low bar’, followed by the take off and landing. Next you will climb the ladder to practise the trick on the flying trapeze. At the end of the class, for those whose tricks are ready, there will be a catch round, where a catcher will swing from the catch bar, and try to catch you from your trick.

You will stay in level 1 class until you learn and catch a few different beginner tricks. Our instructors will let you know when you’re ready to book into a ‘level 2’ class. If you’re not sure, email us, or ask your instructor if you can move up.

Level 2

Level 2 Description

You must have caught at least 3 different tricks to join a level 2 class and have been signed off by a FlightHouse instructor.

In these classes you will continue to learn new tricks alongside learning the trapeze swing, turn around and take off to further your progression. Once you understand the swing and can land safely, you will then be able to take the lines off and swing freely!

Level 3

Level 3 Description

To join our level 3 classes you must be able to swing out of lines. You must also be able to work the platform for yourself and others as there are no platform assistants in this class. You must be signed off by a FlightHouse instructor to join this class, if you are unsure please check with us.

You may have or are working towards getting tricks out of lines and throwing them to catch out of lines. In this class, you will be working on more advanced tricks. You will also be working on strength and conditioning outside of trapeze classes.

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No. Our beginner classes require zero circus experience or athletic background. Please read the class description before booking as some of our classes are aimed at students with experience.

Age: Minimum 8 years old. No maximum age. Participants under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

Weight limit: Maximum (100 kg) for safety rigging.

Fitness: You must be able to hold your own weight while hanging from a bar.

Yes, you are welcome to bring friends or spectators who are attending a class. If you are not supporting an individual taking a class you cannot attend just to view. Although there are plans in place to open the venue as a performance space for flying trapeze in the future.

Nothing! We are a fully indoor facility, with heating and air conditioning, so classes run year-round regardless of the weather. We never cancel due to rain, wind, or cold.

Flying is an extreme sport. While no aerial activity is completely without risk, we make safety our top priority. You will wear a safety harness at all times, connected to ropes controlled by a certified instructor, over a high-specification safety net.
Because you are defying gravity, minor friction grazes, scratches, and muscle strains are common. To ensure everyone flies responsibly, all participants must sign a safety waiver before taking their first leap.

Clothing: Snug athletic wear like leggings and a tight-fitting T-shirt.

Footwear: Clean socks or bare feet only. Long hair must be tied back.

The "catch" is the essence of flying trapeze. You will swing off the high platform, execute your practiced trick, let go of your trapeze bar entirely, and be caught mid-air by a professional instructor (the "catcher") swinging on a separate bar opposite you.

Classes run for 2 hours unless otherwise indicated.

You will be given a safety briefing and full instructions on the ground, followed by swinging on a trapeze bar 10 meters off the ground over our safety net and introduction to the basics of flying trapeze

Classes specified will also include catching from one bar to another, with one of our qualified staff.

We cap our classes at 10 students.

Yes! We can accommodate private bookings for group events, and private coaching for those interested in more focussed training time. Advanced training options with our head coach are available. If you are already swinging out of lines please use the link given to email us directly to enquire.

- 1 hour sessions for 2 students are £70 per hour without catching, or £100 per hour with catching. Additional £10 per person after the first 2.

- Private group sessions (up to 10 students with catching) are £325 for 2 hours.

Please use the link on the training page to email us with your preferred dates, times, group size and any relevant experience.

Yes, classes are tailored to experience and level, please check class description in advance of booking.

No. All spots must be booked and paid for in advance through our online system.

Yes. Unlike outdoor park rigs, we have dedicated indoor changing rooms, safe spaces to leave valuables, and fully maintained toilet facilities.

We enforce a strict no-late-entry policy on our beginner intro courses. The mandatory ground-school training and safety briefing happen in the first 15 minutes. If you miss this, you cannot climb the rig, and your session will be forfeited without a refund.

Yes. Because we operate year-round, we offer multi-class packs and advanced monthly memberships that give you discounted rates and priority booking. These will become available after our full official opening in August.

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