Adult Classes (16+)
Meet Our Instructors:
Dr Nicole Crisp: Wednesday Classes Aerial’s Instructor
Build strength, confidence, and beautiful lines in a supportive, beginner-friendly class taught by Dr. Nicole Crisp. Nicole is an experienced aerial performer and coach with a PhD in Exercise Physiology. She has an extensive physical background with 15+ years in Gymnastics and Sports Aerobics. Since 2016 she’s trained and taught across aerial disciplines at Kinetica (Malaga, WA)—covering silks (her specialty), lyra, trapeze, as well as ground-based handstands and tumbling. What she loves most about teaching is using her sport-science lens to assess each student’s strengths and needs, then tailoring progressions—whether that’s modifying a skill or building targeted strength—to unlock safe, sustainable progress.
Natalia Rudman: Tuesday Mobility, Flexibility & Balance Classes
Natalia Rudman leads our Adult Mobility, Flexibility & Balance classes. Natalia brings a unique blend of movement experience, technical knowledge and creativity to her classes at Ape Escape. With a background in contortion, Pilates, circus training and yoga, she is passionate about helping adults build flexibility, balance, strength and body awareness in a way that feels both challenging and accessible. Natalia studied at the Russian Circus School in the Russian Federation and has spent over 20+ years working within movement and coaching spaces. Her classes are designed to help people move more freely, feel stronger, and develop greater confidence and control in their bodies, no matter their starting point.
Who it’s for:
For Absolute beginners (no experience needed) through to all levels and abilities
Adults 16+ looking for a safe, structured start
Anyone keen to improve strength, mobility, and body awareness
What you’ll learn:
Tuesday Mobility, Flexibility & Balance Class: Improve flexibility, mobility, balance, strength and body control through supportive, guided training designed to help you move better, feel stronger and build confidence in your body.
Wednesday Aerial Classes: Foundations for safe progress: grips & holds, foot locks, climbs, basic sequences, and targeted conditioning (core, pulling strength, mobility). Progressions are tailored to your pace.
Class Options :
Tuesdays: Mobility, Flexibility & Balance Class
- Tuesdays, 3:30pm – 4:30pm
- Tuesdays, 4:40pm – 5:40pm
- Tuesdays, 5:50pm – 6:50pm
Wednesdays: Aerial Apparatus Classes (Silks/Hammock/ Lyra)
- Wednesdays, 1:15pm – 2:15pm
Family-friendly note: If you have a child 4 years or under, they’re welcome to play on nearby equipment during class. Please note: Ape Escape staff do not supervise children during this session — parents/guardians must actively supervise their child at all times.
- Wednesdays, 6:45pm – 7:45pm
Cost:
4-week block (4 lessons): $100
Trial class: $30
What to wear & bring:
Fitted activewear that covers backs of knees/underarms (for comfort on fabric)
No zips, jewellery, watches, or lotions (they damage the silks)
Water bottle (optional small towel)
Policies:
No refunds. All bookings are final and non-refundable.
Missed classes are not transferable or credited.
Participants must follow coach’s instructions for safety; refusal may result in removal from the session.
FAQs
Do I need upper-body strength?
No prior strength required — we build it progressively with safe, beginner-level drills.
I’m nervous about heights — is this suitable?
Yes. Beginners work at low heights with strong coaching support and crash-mat coverage.
Is there a weight limit?
We adhere to manufacturer working-load limits and best-practice safety factors. If you’re unsure, please contact us and we’ll advise privately.
Health considerations?
If you have an injury, are pregnant, or have a medical condition, please seek guidance from your healthcare provider and let us know before class so we can tailor progressions.