Open Gym at Cai Circus

Open Gym is designed for athletes and artists who wish to train independently in a safe and respectful environment. Available training areas include aerial spaces, mats, marley areas, stretching equipment, and floor training spaces depending on studio scheduling and staff approval.

Open Studio is not a time or place for spectators, if you would like to bring a friend or family member to watch you train, you need to have received prior approval from Cai Circus (caicircus@gmail.com) upon arrival. Otherwise, any spectators will be asked to leave the space if prior approval was not given. 

Certain areas or apparatuses may be unavailable during classes, rehearsals, private lessons, events, or specialty programming.

All participants are expected to follow Cai Circus Safety Policies and staff instructions at all times. Cai Circus Safety Rules & Policies

Adult Open Gym (Ages 16+)

Adult Open Gym is available for students and experienced movers who are able to train safely and independently without instruction.

Participants should:

• Have a general understanding of safe training practices

• Train within their personal skill level

• Ask staff for clarification if unsure about equipment or safety procedures

Cai Circus staff are present to supervise the space and enforce safety policies, but Open Gym is not a coached class environment.

Proof of age may be required for independent training access.

Youth Supervised Open Gym (Ages 10–15)

Supervised Open Gym is available to currently enrolled Cai Circus youth students who have received coach approval to train independently.

This training time is intended for students to safely practice skills they have already learned in class.

During Supervised Open Gym:

• Staff members monitor the space for safety

• No formal coaching or spotting is provided

• Students must follow all Open Gym and studio safety rules

• Students may only practice skills appropriate to their training level

Availability for Youth Open Gym may be limited to select days and times with increased staff supervision.
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We also offer private sessions in most disciplines. If you're interested in scheduling a private, please write us at caicircus@gmail.comwith what you are interested in learning, if you have a preferred instructor, and available dates.

Studio Equipment and Apparatuses

Our studio features ceilings reaching up to 33 feet and can accommodate aerial apparatuses of all lengths and sizes. Each aerial point is spaced a minimum of 8 feet apart, giving artists plenty of room to move and explore safely.

Artists are welcome to bring their own apparatuses or use the studio’s available equipment. Please note that equipment availability may vary depending on open studio sessions and scheduled classes, which take priority. If you require a specific apparatus from the studio, please email us in advance at to confirm availability prior to booking caicircus@gmail.com.

Available studio equipment includes:

• Silks (various lengths)

• Hammocks (various lengths)

• Lyra (27", 34", 35", 38")

• Trapeze (extended bar, corde lisse, classic cotton rope, static)

• Flying Poles

• Aerial loops

• Corde lisse (aerial rope)

• Cloud swing

• Cyr wheels (various sizes)

• Specialty-shaped hard apparatuses (email for specifics)