2025

FLY TEAM PROGRAM

Push yourself physically while diving deep into the art of flying trapeze in this seasonal training program.

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FLY TEAM INFORMATION

The Fly Team Program is a great option for folks who want to reach further into their circus dreams, get back into the swing of things after time away, or continue training after the summer flying season. NECCA’s professional coaches will help you push harder, explore deeper, and fly higher. Our custom-built facility includes a full size indoor flying rig, Olympic trampoline, and heated floors.

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More About the Program

The Fly Team curriculum is designed to elevate your flying to the next level – individualized to each team member’s aspirations and experience. You will learn swing physics, drills to improve key elements of your swing, and exercises to strengthen your swing. We’ll cover back-end tricks, the half turn, catching & returning in and out of safety lines, as well as high-level technique for layouts, cutaways, and beyond. We will also include catch locks and teacher training, so you can learn how to facilitate flying trapeze classes yourself. For participants in the Spring series, there will be a performance opportunity, when Fly Team performs in the Flying Trapeze Recital on May 30th.

Additionally, NECCA offers a full spectrum of circus training opportunities, including group classes and private lessons with world class instructors. Following an orientation, Fly Team members will be welcome to train at all Members Only open training times at NECCA at no cost, allowing you to practice your circus skills.

Who Should Apply?

This program is for students ages 18 and up with a current flying trapeze practice, who are looking to intensify and broaden their training.

Age 16 and 17, please inquire about participation in this adult-focused workshop by emailing jstrong@necenterforcircusarts.org.

Application Deadlines

Winter 1: November 15
Winter 2: January 15
Spring: March 1
Fall 1: July 15
Fall 2: Sept 15

Program Dates & Schedule

Winter 1: Monday January 6-Sat Feb 15
Winter 2: Monday Feb 24–Sat April 11
Spring: Monday April 21–Friday May 30
Fall 1: Tuesday Sept 2–Sat Oct 11
Fall 2: Tuesday October 14–Friday December 12 or Sun December 21

Group classes three days a week (8 hours / week) will focus on swing technique, trick progressions, catching and returning, trampoline, and strength and conditioning. (Tues/Fri/Sat)

General Schedule (subject to change)

Tuesdays 7-9 pm (overall flying training – swings, tricks, catching)
Fridays 7-9 pm (video review, swing technique, drills)
Saturdays 1 – 3 pm (overall flying training)
Saturdays 3 – 5 pm (cross training: trampoline, strength, conditioning)

Current Coaches

The coaches are NECCA flying trapeze coaches Jim Strong, Chelsea Tunnell and Eliza Gaston, with special guest Stuart Moulton once a month.

Program Cost

Winter 1: $1350
Winter 2: $1575
Spring: $1350
Fall 1 & 2: tbd

Financial Aid & Payment Plans

To apply for financial aid please fill out this form when you apply for the program.
To set up a payment plan, please fill out this form when you are accepted to the program.
If you have been a resident of Vermont for 1 year, you may be eligible for student loan and grant assistance through the Vermont Students Assistance Corporation (VSAC) here.

Intensive Program Options

If you want more circus during your time with us, or if a career in circus arts is your goal, consider the Winter & Spring Intensive programs, which is for students with a current circus arts practice who are looking to intensify and broaden their circus training. To do both Fly Team and the Intensive program, you’ll need to apply to and be accepted to both programs. Additional tuition will apply. You would receive a 25% discount for the Intensive program tuition.

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APPLICATIONS

Winter 1: November 15
Winter 2: January 15
Spring: March 1
Fall 1: July 15
Fall 2: Sept 15

Video Requirements

Fill out the application form and include a video of your current skills. Please include any fitness, sports, or circus activities you are currently practicing, and demonstrate as many of the following core skills as possible. (For flying skills, in or out of safety lines is fine):

Full swing
Turnaround swing with any dismount
Remount, or roll-ups if not remounting yet
Any selection of your favorite tricks! Catching or not, either is fine
Pull-ups: please show that your feet are not on the ground at the start/end of the movement. Assistance with a resistance band is fine
Back-bend: push up from the ground
Handstand: Facing a wall, walking the feet up the wall, up to 30 seconds
Hanging leg raise: Hanging from a bar, lift toes toward the bar as high as you can!

What about COVID?

Here is a link to our current COVID policies, subject to change.

About Brattleboro, Vermont

Get the best out of your circus training while enjoying the fun and beauty that Vermont has to offer. Enjoy skiing, hiking, biking, swimming and kayaking. The vibrant downtown is just one mile away—with cafes, restaurants, galleries, movie theaters, and performance venues for music and entertainment.

There are many sublets and homestay options in Brattleboro. Check here for general information and more details will be available before the program begins.

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