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Meet the Instructors: Spotlight on Our Team

Cirque du Kairos Team
February 28, 2024
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Cirque du Kairos instructors

Behind every great aerial studio is a team of dedicated instructors who bring passion, expertise, and genuine care to their teaching. At Cirque du Kairos, we are incredibly proud of the talented individuals who make our community so special. Get to know the team that will guide your aerial journey.

Our Teaching Philosophy

Every instructor at Cirque du Kairos is committed to creating a safe, inclusive, and empowering environment. We meet students where they are and celebrate progress at every stage.

Meet the Team

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Sarah Mitchell

Silks & Lyra

Lead Aerial Instructor

With over 10 years of performance experience, Sarah brings technical precision and creative artistry to every class. She has performed with circuses across North America and is passionate about helping students find their unique movement style.

“Aerial arts are for every body. If you can breathe, you can fly.”
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Marcus Chen

Pole Fitness & Acrobatics

Strength & Conditioning Coach

Marcus combines his background in gymnastics and personal training to help students build the foundational strength they need for aerial success. His classes are known for being challenging but accessible.

“Strength is a skill. Anyone can develop it with consistent practice.”
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Jordan Rivera

Dynamic Movement

Trapeze & Hammock Instructor

Jordan is movement artist who specializes in dynamic, high-energy sequences. They bring a unique perspective from their background in dance and martial arts, emphasizing flow and expression.

“Movement is our universal language. What will yours say?”

Our Commitment to Safety

All Cirque du Kairos instructors are certified in aerial instruction and first aid/CPR. We undergo regular continuing education to stay current on best practices for spotting, progression, and injury prevention. Your safety is our top priority.

We also maintain a culture of consent and respect. Students are never pressured to attempt skills they are not comfortable with, and we honor each person is unique journey and timeline.

Join Our Community

The best way to meet our instructors is to take a class! We recommend starting with Aerial Foundations, where you will get a taste of multiple apparatuses and meet different members of our teaching team. From there, you can find the instructor whose teaching style resonates with you.

Want to Teach With Us?

We are always looking for passionate instructors to join our team. If you have aerial experience and a desire to share your knowledge, we would love to hear from you.

Apply to Teach

Thank you for trusting us with your aerial education. We cannot wait to meet you and support you on your journey to flight.