Step 1: find a class that works for you below. If you’re a new student please check the Class Descriptions and Prerequisites section of the website to make sure you’re booking the class that’s right for you.
If you’re new to aerial Silks, you must complete the 4-week Intro to Silks course before booking into Silks 1 classes.

(you can check the daily schedule here or see available classes by apparatus by following the links in the “apparatus and class offerings” section)

Step 2: confirm date & time then select “sign up”

Step 3: Confirm and pay- payment must be sent to secure your spot in class.
We have a 24 hour cancellation policy, outlined in our Rules and Waiver section.

Are you brand new to Circus Arts?Sign up for one of our Intro courses when they are available! These 4-week courses will prepare you for the next steps on your circus journey. If there are no Intro classes running but you don't want to wait, please start in our level 1 classes.

Welcome to Dragons Lair Performing Arts! We are excited you're joining us for the fun and fulfilling experience of learning Circus Arts.

We do have some rules and regulations to help make your time with us safe and enjoyable. Please read the following rules- we know this is the boring part, but it's gotta be done!

First things first-
Open Gym Policy:
Open gyms are for working on and refining movements you have been taught by a qualified instructor. Please do not attempt to learn from videos or try to copy what others are doing, and do not ask people to teach you during open gym. Students are not insured to teach each other in any studio. Please refrain from trying to "invent" tricks or drops on silks or lyra. If you have an idea bring it up with your coach. No visitors or spectators allowed at open gyms or classes- this is for everyone's safety and comfort.

Regular Rules:

1) Please make sure you're booking the correct level of class. We know the high level tricks look cool but you must complete the foundational movements first and learn the terminology, and acclimate your body to this new way of moving.

2) No shoes in the studio without prior approval. Wear socks, ballet slippers, slippers, etc- but no street shoes are allowed. If you need to practice with heels please contact your coach or Angela to discuss options.

3) Every aerial student and coach must be over a mat at all times. No exceptions.

4) Please refrain from teaching each other during classes. Your coach is there to help you in class- please let them do their job. Offering a bit of help or advice is okay but please no full instruction.

5) Open gyms are for practicing what you have learned in class. Please do not ask others to teach you from scratch, and please do not attempt to mimic things you see online. We know there's lots of rad stuff on Instagram but if you send these videos to your coach, they'll be more than happy to help you find the progressions to these movements. Remember, people online only post what looks best, you don't see the months of training that went into making it look "so easy".

6) No hand/body jewelry on the equipment, no exceptions. Rings, watches, etc. must be removed before class. Check your workout clothing for zippers, buckles, buttons, etc. as well. Body jewelry must be covered by clothing/leotard.

7) We are a queer safe environment and a racially diverse group. Any hate speech or homophobic remarks will be dealt with and removal from the studio is probable.

8) Please do not use media from our studio to promote other studios or classes taught at other studios

9) We do have a 24 hour cancellation policy (pretty standard for aerial and yoga studios) so please read that and do your best to only sign up for what you can make it to.

10) No visitors/observers. Please do not bring family/friends in to "watch class" as this is strictly against our policy (also pretty common at any studio).
Only exception is fire jam nights- folks there for fire jam tend to wander in during bathroom breaks.

11) DLPA is an adult environment, please no children in the studio without prior approval. We generally take students 18+ but there are a few exceptions- we will take students 16/17 years of age if they already have prior training from a professional coach, and also a parent/guardian who can sign the waiver form and accept liability.

12) Pet policy: We love your pets! But we must be mindful of allergens and other pet issues- get pre-approval from your coach before bringing in your little buddy. Please make sure your pet is secure at all times and is able to remain calm whether you are in the air or on the ground. We do have a fully enclosed courtyard area for potty time and playing, please have the supplies you need to keep that area clean. Make sure you use the broom/vacuum to pick up and hair left behind and use the Swiffer to pick up anything else.

Cancellation Policy

We have a 12 hour cancellation policy, please do your best to reschedule or cancel prior to that window of time. You can cancel your reservation and get your credit back up to the 24 hour mark, after that the class must be rescheduled or you'll lose your credit. After the 12 hour mark, you'll lose your credit. Please contact Angela or your coach if there's an emergency (or if you have a positive Covid test).

Note: This is just for students to review, the actual waiver you must sign is on the Acuity booking system and you’ll be prompted to sign that the first time you book. In consideration of and as inducement to my participating in any activity while at Dragons Lair Performing Arts or under their care at any location, I represent and agree as follow:

1). To the best of my knowledge I do not currently have, nor have I been in contact with anyone who has or has been in contact with anyone with Covid-19 or any other health related issue that can be transferred to others while I am participating in or after I participate in any Dragons Lair Performing Arts activity. I will take all necessary precautions to ensure that I never participate in a Dragons Lair Performing Arts activity if I suspect that I may have been exposed to or have any contagious health related issue.

2). I am currently in good physical health and fully able to perform all activities which I am to perform during my participation with Dragons Lair Performing Arts. I will faithfully follow all instruction given to me by the instructors as to when, where, and how to perform, and not to perform activities, it understood that any deviation by me from such instruction shall be at my own risk.

3). I will not hold Dragons Lair Performing Arts, their partners, instructors, or employees responsible for any injuries or illnesses including Covid-19 suffered by me while I am at Dragons Lair Performing Arts or while I am under their care at any location.

4). I understand and acknowledge that I am to receive verbal instruction in physical activity and I will not hold Dragons Lair Performing Arts, their partners, instructors, or employees to any higher standard of treatment than what I receive.

5). In the event that I am pregnant, I will not participate in physical activity until I have discussed the risks with my obstetrician. I will follow my doctor’s recommendations and will not hold Dragons Lair Performing Arts responsible for any injuries to myself or my fetus caused in part Dragons Lair Performing Arts or in whole by my failure to follow my doctor’s recommendation.

6). If I am under 18 years of age, I have disclosed that information to Dragons Lair Performing Arts. In addition to my signature, my parent, and/or guardian has signed and dated this waiver of liability at the bottom of this page.

7.) The tuition paid herewith to individual teacher is a contract between myself and that individual. I do not hold Dragons Lair Performing Arts responsible for refunds, class cancellations, or no-shows by said teacher. I understand that they operate as Independent Contractors and Dragons Lair Performing Arts is not responsible for refunding my payments/classes from these Independent Contractors. I understand that any unused package I purchase will expire one year from the date the purchase was made.

Dragons Lair offers real performance opportunities!
Get your start in the performing world by participating in our student/teacher showcases! Learn to write your very own acts and learn how to be a dynamic and engaging performer. We also offer real paid nightclub performance opportunities, and paid corporate gigs/private parties booked through Dragons Fire Theater. Join our performance team! No team fees or extra obligations, just your own hard work. Talk to Angela or Justice to express your interest or, if you're already a performer, apply to perform at The Forbidden Bazaar or Rapture through their websites