Magic in the Mundane - Foundations of Acrochair

Saturday, Jan 31, 2026

2:00pm — 4:00pm

New Space: 1418 Cornwall

Class Description: This all-levels acrochair workshop is geared to teach you the foundations of acrochair by learning a few different shapes with transitions between them, and how to experiment with new mediums and provoke creativity in movement.

We will begin with a warm-up to become familiar with our bodies in relation to the chair, followed by an overview of some foundational acrochair shapes, and conclude with a choreography to bring it all together.

Pre-reqs: No experience necessary, all levels welcome! Knee pads are encouraged and heels are optional. Come with a layer that covers your hips (leggings, spandex, shorts, sweats, etc). Instructor bio:

Hope Alejandra (she/they) has been practicing aerial arts through different mediums for 6 years. A fan of traditional showgirl burlesque, a primary focus of her dance practice is to evoke fascination in every day mundane objects by creating sensual appeal through coyness, abstract movement, and creative object orientation. This acrochair workshop will teach you how to create magic in the mundane and elevate your aerial or burlesque practice to the next level.