Are you an avid partner acrobat, acroyogi, circus performer, or just eager to know more about the world of partner acrobatics? Then join us for the Acro Jam Podcast! Each episode we get to sit down with partner acrobatics teachers and coaches from around the world to discuss our shared love for acro…
For episode 18 of the Acro Jam we are bringing you, and the worldwide acro community to our home, here in Newcastle, Australia – where we catch up with our city’s first Acro teacher, and a great friend of ours, Mr Matt Worley. So I am biased, I am a mate of Matt’s, but I … Continue reading "E18: Bringing a yogic perspective to acrobatics, Matt Worley"
This episode we are joined by the one and only Jean Luc Martin. A former Cirque De Solei performer, Jean Luc has gone on to create the San Diego Circus Center, where he is the head coach. Those of you who have been lucky enough to train with him know that he is an incredible … Continue reading "E17 The Ring Master: Jean-Luc Martin"
How to do it all! Monika Kolb is a professional circus artist specialising in hula hoop, acrobatics, aerials and fire toys. She is a circus educator for adults and children alike, sharing her passion and skills with the world. Most importantly, Monika is a mother to her son Reuben, a special young man some of … Continue reading "E16 Balancing Performing, Coaching and Motherhood: Monika Kolb"
The Acro Rain Man & Springfield’s Sweetheart Jacob Brown and Debbie Collis are Acroyoga and Partner Acrobatics coaches from Oregon, USA. Their great coaching, clear communication and awesome dynamic has led to these two becoming well-respected regulars at Partner Acrobatics festivals around the world. Our conversation covers how Jacob and Debbie have grown as an … Continue reading "E15 Gymnastics to Acrobatics, Jacob and Debbie"
Christine Moonbeam is the real deal as a coach, and a truly wonderful person. Christine Moonbeam is a real advocate for cultivating partner acrobatics as an inclusive, artistic co-creation that focuses on healthy relationship building and dedication to empowering each other in their role. Christine Moonbeam is a super experienced partner acrobatics, handstand and dance … Continue reading "E14 Small in Stature, Huge in Heart! Christine Moonbeam, Acro Jam Podcast"
BLOX World Respected Coach, Awesome Communicator and Great Guy International acrobatics teacher, performer Diving deep into acrobatics for the last decade, Blox brings his experience and wisdom to his students and fosters environments that are safe, supportive and motivating. He really lives and breathes what it means to be a great a teacher, an awesome … Continue reading "E13 International Coach and Trainer Extraordinaire, BLOX, Acro Jam Podcast"
Who better for our first Remaster than the man himself? Hey guys here is the first of our re-released episodes! We want to provide the best podcast we can. We decided to re-do the sound engineering of some of our early episodes so you can enjoy! If you have already heard this episode with Niko, … Continue reading "Acro Jam Podcast Remastered! Episode 01: Niko"
Majestic Casual Our guest for this is episode of the podcast is a very special man. He is a father, and a metaphorical grandfather of acro yoga in Vancouver, he is the Co-founder of International Teacher Trainers, Vancity acro, he is Devon French. This is a very special episode for us, Devon means a lot … Continue reading "Acro Jam Podcast Episode 12: Devon French"
We are so happy to release this is thoughtful, touching and inspiring conversation with Cedar Lyn; festival creator, community builder, mum and an awesome friend. We will let this amazing woman speak for herself, Cedar is the co-creator of the AY Unity Fesitval, held in Enderby British Columbia in late August – we LOVE this … Continue reading "Acro Jam Podcast Episode 11: Cedar Lyn"
We have a very special episode of the podcast, it’s our first conversation with a couple! Katie Thacker and Brandon Sherbrook, two special people setting a great example of what it means to be a duo within the acro world. They embody everything you would want in a partnership: awesome communication, support for each other, … Continue reading "Episode 10: Katie & Brandon"
Hey guys! For this episode of the Acro Jam Podcast we are doing things a little differently. Over the last month or so on the road we have met so many fantastic acro communities and the people who make them up, seen beautiful lands, and really enjoyed the West coast of the USA. We wanted … Continue reading "Acro Jam Podcast Bonus Episode: Sara and Lindsay’s bicycle acro trip"
Mimi is a highly praised and well known international acrobatics teacher, known for her positivity, high energy and great communication skills. Being a student of Mimi’s, you’ll love her teaching style, positive environments she creates and her fun, awesome attitude Teaching for both Partner Acrobatics and Acro Yoga International, make sure you follow Mimi to … Continue reading "Acro Jam Podcast Episode 9: Mimi Nunez"
Co Founder of Vancity Acro and a “Grandfather” of Acroyoga in Vancouver, Slava is a teacher and inspiration to many. A movement master fascinated by physicality and its place in the world. Slava currently travels the world teaching his students. Listen to our conversation, be inspired. Instagram: @slavagoloubov Facebook: Slava Goloubov Website: www.movementflow.ca Vancity Acro … Continue reading "Acro Jam Podcast Episode 8: Slava Goloubov"
Millissa Greenwood is a superstar of Canadian Acroyoga! For those who have worked with her, you know Mil for her contagious enthusiasm, her ability to bring the stoke and her ability to help others see the light within themselves. The energy, effort and time she has put into building acro community is inspiring. Mil is … Continue reading "Acro Jam Podcast Episode 7: Millissa Greenwood"
Our BOSSIEST episode yet! Ezra LeBank is an internationally recognized movement specialist. In fact, he is a Professor of movement, residing as the Head of Movement at California State University Long Beach. When he is not guiding students through the exploration of their bodies in space, Ezra travels across the globe, teaching acrobats and dancers … Continue reading "Acro Jam Podcast Episode 6: Bossy Flyer (Ezra Lebank)"
We are joined by Scott Cashins! Mover, acrobat and beautiful human Scott Cashins is the definition of a movement specialist. His area of study and expertise is far reaching – not only is he a Partner Acrobatics and Acroyoga teacher, he is a Functional Range Conditioning (FRC) Mobility Specialist, a Personal Trainer, MovNat level 2 … Continue reading "Acro Jam Podcast Episode 5: Scott Cashins"
We are joined by the amazing Nirvana Pilkington, and we go DEEP! Nirvana is a Brisbane based Acroyoga and Yoga teacher and a Somatic Sex Educator. She blends her knowledge of traditional Yoga with Yin, Antigravity Aerial Yoga and body awareness to provide students with movement practice and philosophy to help them reach their full … Continue reading "Acro Jam Podcast Episode 4: Nirvana Pilkington"
Katarina Sofia or Acro Kat joins us on this episode of the Acro Jam Podcast! Born in Finland, Kat is currently living and attending circus school in Spain with her life and acrobatics partner Jared. Before becoming an acrobatics teacher and performer, Kat was a school teacher and her skills and abilities as an educator … Continue reading "Acro Jam Podcast Episode 3: Acro Kat"
Ebony Prins joins us for this episode of the Acro Jam Podcast! Ebony is a delight to train and spend time with, we had a great time sitting down to chat with her about her acrobatic life as a teacher, trainer, retreat facilitator, commnity builder and business co-founder. Residing in Hobart, Tasmania, Ebony is one … Continue reading "Acro Jam Podcast Episode 2: Ebony Prins"
For the very first episode of the Acro Jam Podcast we are very lucky to be chatting with Niko Douwes! Yes that’s right THE Niko Douwes. Co-founder of Partner-acroabtics, an international acrobatics teaching phenomenon, one of the OGs of Dutch Acrobatics and organiser of the Pre-Con to the Dutch Acro Convention. With 28 years of … Continue reading "Acro Jam Podcast Episode 1: Niko"