Born to Fly (Brain)Traincation 2021
SLING WEEK: May 25-29, 2021
FABRIC WEEK: June 1-5, 2021
HOOP WEEK: June 8-12, 2021

Stretch your mind and body with a week of creative work. Attend just one week or multiple! 

In 2020, COVID-19 caused us to have the most interesting traincation. It inspired us to allow remote attendance. And it was a success! It allowed people to attend without requiring travel and inspired us to continue the new tradition. We will be doing remote in additional to live attendance for summer 2021.

So, what do we do during traincation?
We will explore theory concepts during the first half of each daily session. Then, we will turn our focus to the structures of play and creative exploration. We will work on setting choreography that will explore the theme of the week. At the end of five days, you will perform a work-in-progress creative act to a live audience over zoom.


What past attendees have to say:
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"I am so thrilled to have been a part of your traincation these last two years!  I love the theory work and learning a deeper line of thought around the apparatus and how to move and transition in different ways.  The learning environment is so supportive and welcoming.  I have really become a better aerialist after these trainings.  I highly recommend the traincation program and look forward to being there next year!  Thank you for finding a safe way to run the program this year!"  ​- Lisa
"Great combination of content between sling theory and character building, and how to bring those together into a show piece.  Just what I needed to move my routines to the next level.  I applaud Rebekah in her creativity and innovation in having this workshop online through Zoom.  It was a great week!  Thanks!" - Judy
"The AerialWorks Traincations have provided a much-needed safe space for me to step outside my comfort zone and grow my skills technically as well as creatively, and I leave every year a far better aerialist for the experience. Whether you're a teacher looking for new ways to reach your students, a new aerialist that just met the prerequisites, or anywhere else on the spectrum, I highly recommend this as a way to challenge yourself and to discover so many amazing possibilities for your aerial journey." - Dori
"Rebekah is a talented teacher skilled at giving direction verbally. Even though we were working virtually, Rebekah was able to easily guide me through complicated moves. The traincation challenged my mental understanding of aerial hammock moves giving me a stronger sense of the base positions and how to move in and out of them in unique ways. I loved the character development part of the workshop. The specific steps and methods for developing a character helped me get around my creative blocks and create a routine that relied more on the character instead of the tricks."  - Sheila
This unique experience is especially great for teachers who are looking for new and fresh material to bring back to their students, or for students who are wanting the extra layer of depth in their training. You will refine your technique, learn tons of new moves, plus get more comfortable with working creatively, increasing your comfort zone with your aerial apparatus. 

Traincation Schedule - Subject to change. Attend in person or through zoom.
************UPDATE: WE ONLY HAVE REMOTE SPOTS LEFT************
SLING WEEK: May 25 - 28, 2021  |  FABRIC WEEK: June 1-5, 2021 | HOOP WEEK: June 8-12, 2021

Tues - Fri.  |  4pm - 8pm  MST  (30 min break around 6)
Sat.   | 10am - 12pm  |  2pm MST showtime
Times don't work for your timezone? We can send you the videos and you can still take part with us!

For the weekday evenings, the schedule will be:
- warm-up
- theory talk/explore/learn
- snack break
- creative explore/improvisation
- set choreography framework
- cool-down

On Saturday morning, we will tie up loose ends, review and practice our pieces.
At 2pm MST, we'll invite anyone & everyone to a free showing of our pieces over zoom. 


PRICING PER WEEK
Early Bird Special  $375  |  Regular  $425
Sign-Up during the month of January 2021 to receive the early-bird price. SIGN UP NOW.

*Scholarships and discounts are available. Please inquire at [email protected]

REGISTRATION (Please complete the registration form below as well.)
PLEASE NOTE THAT REGISTRATION DOES NOT OPEN UNTIL JANUARY.
$175 early-bird or $225 regular deposit is due at time of registration.
Remaining Balance of $200 is due by the first day of the traincation.

PREREQUISITES
For either week, you must be an intermediate-advanced level student who has a large vocabulary already established.  You must have strong stamina to work hard for 3-4 hours a day at aerial for 5 days straight. 

LOCATION
Attend live at AerialWorks Castle Rock or attend from your local aerial home through zoom! If you are attending remotely, you must have reliable internet and a safe rigging set-up with an apparatus that you can explore on (height does not matter -- this is about getting creative with what you have!). 

Sling Traincation (May 25-29, 2021) Prereq's
You must be at an intermediate level of sling or above. You must be familiar with the terms and vocabulary from Rebekah's sling curriculum (Born to Fly). A great place to reference this material is in The Aerial Sling Manual Volume 1 or the video library available at AerialDancing.com. Some of the frequently-used skills include: catcher's, hip key, seatbelt, backpack, and crossback straddle.

Fabric Traincation (June 1-5, 2021) Prereq's
You must be at an intermediate level of fabric or above. You must have strong inverts and be familiar with the terms and vocabulary from Rebekah's fabric curriculum (Born to Fly). A great place to reference this material is in The Aerial Fabric Manuals Vol. 1 and Vol. 2 or the video library available at AerialDancing.com. Some of the frequently-used skills include: catcher's, hip key, belay, crossback straddle, s-wrap, OS wrap (closed catcher's), thigh lock, knee lock, and hitches of all sorts.

HOOP Traincation (June 8-12, 2021) Prereq's
You must be at an intermediate level of hoop or above. You must have strong inverts and be familiar with the terms and vocabulary from Rebekah's hoop curriculum (Born to Fly). A great place to reference this material is in The Aerial Hoop Manuals Vol. 1 and Vol. 2 or the video library available at AerialDancing.com. You must be able to beat, roll, invert, and in general, feel very comfortable moving around the hoop in intermediate choreography. 



    Application Form for the Born to Fly Traincation 2021
    (Please complete this in conjunction with submitting your deposit and audition video. Thanks!)
    For out-of-town guests, please note a few items. 
    --- we may have space available at our airbnb in town. Ask for info and availability.
    --- there is a hotel that is within biking/walking distance to the studio called La Quinta Inn. 
    --- our town of Castle Rock is at high altitude -- 6,224 feet above sea level. It is common to feel symptoms such extra out-of-breath or have headaches, etc. We recommend an extra day of travel to adjust. 
    Please note that we would love to see your current or past work! One of the requirements is to submit video of your work. It is preferred that you send us a performance you have done in the past. Seeing the full-length performance will help us greatly understand where you are at and will provide a better traincation experience.  Thank you!
    TO COMPLETE REGISTRATION, YOU WILL NEED:
    -- to submit a video of your work*
    -- submit your deposit HERE
    *You are exempt from this requirement if you are currently a student of Rebekah Leach.
    This video is to get an idea of where you are currently at. If you have a social media account, such as Instagram, etc, where you post your aerial journey, this will suffice. Please send your video, or video links to [email protected]. Thanks!