Trapeze Anyone?

The article below was in our latest Santa Monica community newsletter. May be worth a try...


New York Trapeze School will soon be introduced to the sunsets at the Pier.

Trapeze School New York (TSNY) is slated to open here in Santa Monica at the Pier in early to mid-May. This will be their fifth location, with other locations in New York City, Boston and Baltimore.

The School was co-founded in 2001 by Jonathon Conant and his partners Anne and Dave Brown. Jonathon, a native Californian, comes from a varied background that included stunt work, professional dance, and human developmental research. His interest in flying trapeze was piqued upon seeing that, facilitated properly, flying could serve as a powerful tool for people's reevaluation of what they are capable of doing. "We have simple goals here at Trapeze School New York," says Jonathon "Opening people's minds to new possibilities, keeping things safe and having a great time doing it."

The school will be nestled between Pacific Park and the Playland Arcade. The open-air school provides great visibility and allows passersby to watch the trapeze in action. The site once housed the historical Sinbad's building which closed in the early 1970s and was removed from the Pier in the early 1990s. The site has been vacant for over a decade.

Historically the art of trapeze was considered a circus performer act. Now trapeze falls into the category of a recreational sport such as yoga and aerobics. The trapeze provides a super cardio workout facilitating muscle toning and balancing. It's a fun activity to share with family and friends.

"The Santa Monica Pier is an incredibly beautiful place to be. We can not imagine a more wonderful home for this amazing activity" said Jonathon. "In addition to classes that are open to the public, we will have student recitals and professional shows that everyone will enjoy." But catching a great show isn't the best part says Jonathon. "The drama of someone flying for the first time, their triumphs and struggles are endlessly fascinating. Something uplifting you truly don't want to miss."

Flying classes are open to the public. TSNY offer classes for first time to advanced flyers, group classes, workshops, special and corporate events. Ask about bulk class package discounts and birthday parties. For more information, please visit their web site at www.trapezeschool.com.

By Anne Railsback