Dynamic Duo Trapeze - Saifee Ghadiyali & Leah Grandstaff
Dynamic Duo Trapeze - Saifee Ghadiyali & Leah Grandstaff
Static Trapeze - Intermediate - Advanced
Sunday 2-330p (TH)
Join us on an expedition in dynamic partnering! We’ll discuss & demonstrate foundational muscle engagement, tempo, & timing as related to duo movement on Trapeze. Objectives include identifying & formulating effective partner communication, developing tempo, & executing a dynamic duo sequence!
This workshop is appropriate for Intermediate+ level aerial students just starting your duo journey or looking to enhance your practice.
Strict pre-reqs include:
Minimum 1yr aerial experience (as a soloist, previous partnering experience not required)
Ability to invert in the air (& on Trapeze bar & ropes)
Ability to climb vertical apparatus
Comfort with Rock N Roll Mount, Hip hang, Catcher's hang & transitioning into seated on Trapeze
Fundamental understanding of basic body positions (pike, straddle, C shape)
**No Partner Required, but please be prepared to base & fly if you enroll solo!**
Leah Grandstaff (aka LeahTard Wedgie) began pushing her boundaries and exploring strength and grace through aerial acrobatics training & performances in 2013. Discovering herself through this modality inspired her to share this movement art with others. Leah completed her first teacher training through Aircats in Boulder, CO in 2016 & has been enjoying coaching immensely ever since. Her teaching philosophy is founded upon the conceptual understanding of aerial movement as well as encouraging her students to honor their authentic selves by identifying strengths, accepting limitations, and exploring areas to cultivate growth. She teaches aerial classes at Aerial Cirque over Denver, Gravity Aerial Arts, Aircat Aerial Arts & offers private lessons at LeahTard’s Creative Sanctuary in RiNo. She has been a cast member of the Phantom Circus since 2016 & In the Wings aerial dance company since 2020! Leah specializes in fabric, but enjoys exploring sling, lyra, dance trapeze & has developed a deep love for duo-trapeze. Leah spends her free time catching sunsets, spending time with her son & daughter, & enjoying palate-pleasing food!
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Saifee Ghadiyali Bio
Saifee G first got the taste of Aerial Acrobatics in 2010 and instantly became addicted to it. He has since been obsessed with exploring the fundamentals of aerial movement. Saifee specializes in Duo Trapeze and started performing with Detroit Circus in 2011. Since then, he has been part of Sky Society, Windsor Circus, Height Entertainment, and more. Saifee enjoys traveling the world and exploring new undiscovered gems. Throughout his travels, he enjoys performing as well as sharing the knowledge and skills he has acquired throughout the years by offering workshops and private lessons. Saifee dabbles with other aerial apparatuses but always returns back to duo-trapeze - his true passion. Saifee spends his free time with his little dog (Simba) and enjoys going on road trips with him. Saifee loves traveling, rock climbing, sketching, flying airplanes, skydiving, piano & Loves Food!!!!