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Join vibrant community events at Santa Monica Trapeze School on the famous pier. Celebrate trapeze artistry, connect with locals, and enjoy a unique, thrilling adventure by the ocean.
Join vibrant community events at Santa Monica Trapeze School on the famous pier. Celebrate trapeze artistry, connect with locals, and enjoy a unique, thrilling adventure by the ocean.
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Operated by Santa Monica Trapeze School · Santa Monica, California
moderate.
1.5–3 hours.
Participants should have a moderate level of fitness, with basic upper body strength and flexibility recommended.
No prior experience is necessary; the events are welcoming to all skill levels, including beginners.
Community events typically welcome participants of all ages, but children under a certain age may require parental supervision.
Many community events are free or low-cost; check the Santa Monica Trapeze School website for specific event pricing.
Wear comfortable, flexible clothing that allows full range of motion and closed-toe shoes or barefoot if preferred.
Yes, professional instructors are usually available to guide participants and ensure safety.
Absolutely! Watching is encouraged and a great way to enjoy the vibrant atmosphere on the pier.
Santa Monica Pier has been a community landmark since 1909, blending entertainment with local culture for over a century.
The pier and surrounding areas practice sustainability through waste reduction initiatives and beach cleanups to protect marine life.
Santa Monica Trapeze School teaches flying trapeze, static trapeze, Lyra (aerial hoop), trampoline, and aerial conditioning classes on the Santa Monica Pier. Founded to make aerial arts accessible to locals and visitors, the school offers beginner-friendly First Time Flyers sessions, multi-week Flying Workshops, and progressive Level 3 Flying Trapeze training for advanced students. Community Events and public shows bring circus arts to the pier, while private Event, Parties, and Buyout options accommodate group celebrations and team-building. Classes combine hands-on safety practices, individualized coaching, and professional rigging. Instructors maintain a focus on technique, strength, and flexibility; specialized sessions such as Aerial Harness and Conditioning and Flexibility support skill development off the trapeze. Static Trapeze and Lyra classes emphasize poses, transitions, and body control, while trampoline classes build airtime awareness and flipping fundamentals useful for flying trapeze. Sessions range from 30-minute introductory flights to one-hour specialty classes and four-week immersive workshops. The school's pier location provides a unique seaside training environment and easy access for tourists and residents in Santa Monica, California. Equipment and protocols adhere to industry standards for aerial arts, with staff supervising ladder climbs, harness use, and landing techniques. Whether booking a single introductory flight, enrolling in a workshop, or reserving a private event, participants join a community-focused program centered on safety, progression, and the joy of flight. The school welcomes students of all fitness levels with clear safety briefings and progressive goals.
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