As an aerialist there is a good chance that you wake up most mornings experiencing some degree of muscle pain. You may inch your way out of bed wincing, moaning and holding your lower back, shoulder, forearm or wrist. Your partner probably shakes there...
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Unwrapping The Belay Knot
Arguably one of the most fascinating knots on the Aerial Silks is the Belay Knot. This versatile knot earned its name from the world of rock climbing and seems to ‘magically’ appear via dozens and dozens of interesting wraps and entries. One moment an aerialist...
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Learn an Aerial Silks Act: FREE Challenge
Here at Womack and Bowman we are kind of obsessed with making aerial acts. Solo and duo acts on the Silks, Lyra, Hammock or Rope to perform ourselves, group acts for our students at Womack and Bowman – The Loft (in a pre pandemic world)...
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How to NAIL Your Next Aerial Photoshoot
It’s officially happening! You have booked your first aerial photoshoot. Woohoo! Whether you are working with a professional photographer and performance grade lighting or your husband’s iPhone and an Amazon Ring Light, your success (and awesome pics) will be ensured if you follow a...
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The Secret to CRUSHING Your Aerial goals
Did you make any New Years resolutions this year? With the kick-in-the-guts that was 2020 you might be feeling unsure of what this year may hold for you, your family, your job, your life, let alone your aerial practice. Here at Womack and Bowman we...
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3 Create Ways To Access An Aerial Point Right Now
Your studio is closed (again!) and although you are doing all the Zoom and Instagram Live workout classes you can handle right now, you miss being in the air! It’s a tough time to be an aerialist right now that’s for sure. If you have...
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Is is Safe to Return to the Studio?
Many aerial studios across the country and the world have begun to reopen. You may have already attended a class or two. As studio owners ourselves we have been busy creating new safety guidelines and protocols in preparation for a phased reopening of our Los...
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Unlocking your Hip Key
The Hip Key (also known as a Hip Lock) is a fundamental yet often times challenging component of Aerial Silks training. You may have been taking classes for years, performing challenging drops and combinations and still struggle with your Hip Key form. If this...
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Shoulder Stability: Six Essential Exercises For Aerialists
It is imperative that you take care of your shoulders as an aerialist in order to avoid injury and to prolong your enjoyment of this beautiful art form. Adding just a few minutes of shoulder conditioning to your aerial warm up can help you strengthen...
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Why Performing Makes You Better
You don’t need to be a resident aerialist on the Las Vegas strip or on tour with Cirque Du Soleil to reap the benefits of being a professional performer. The mastery, confidence and finesse possessed by many professional aerialists can be yours also, if you...
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