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Learn to Fly

5th Wall is a boutique art loft in the heart of Williamsburg Brooklyn.  Come experience intimate performances and out-of-the-box classes.  We train professionals and make flight accessible for absolute beginners.

Upcoming Events
Flying Sound Bath
Apr 21
Flying Sound Bath

Saturday, April 21st from 5:30-7pm - $45
First come first serve
15 people max, only 11 Hammocks
Sign up here.

Regular Fly Class: Saturdays
1-2:30pm and 2:30pm-4pm

Flying Adventure- Intro to harness/ All levels welcome-
No Experience necessary, basic physical health essential.

Do you want to Fly?  Do you want to have an insane amount of fun and get a phenomenal workout without even realizing you're working? Do you want to do things you never new you could? You can! We'd love to show you how. Sign up to have a beautiful experience you will talk about forever and get totally addicted to. 

This is a 2 point harness class: We cover the foundations needed to flip, spin, travel and spiral-fly safely in the harness. From here we'll place you in the right group for you to learn much, much more. Classes are held by appointment.

Float away into a trancelike state of deep healing and elevated consciousness as you are bathed in the sounds of Glendy Yeung's healing music, while being suspended in the cocoon-like comfort of silk hammocks. Delight in your senses. Feel balanced inside and out.

Flying Dance Workshop
May 3
Flying Dance Workshop

Workshops meet once a week for a month.

Email us what day you'd like to come to a Fly Workshop on, or if none of these days works for you, let us know when does and we'll see if we can set up a group around your time.

Regular Fly Class: Thursdays
2pm-3:30pm and 6:30pm-8pm

Flying Dance - All levels welcome
Open session harness. No experience necessary, but this class moves more quickly than the Adventure class. 
 
Perhaps you're into circus, but new to harness. Perhaps you're a dancer looking to try aerial. In this class, you'll learn the basics of 2 point harness and move quickly into choreography and more.
 
Or if you've taken our class before- You've tasted flight. Now its time to dive in and really find out what you can do. We can't wait to get into the good stuff and get you feeling really confident in the air.

This class further develops harness skills in choreography that builds in complexity over multiple classes.
Choose from an existing workshop time:
Thursday 2pm-3:30
Thursday 6:30-8pm
Friday 3:30-5pm

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CLASSES

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Acrobatics

In these classes we give you the tools to safely learn technically correct, basic gymnastics skills & translate them into unique acrobatic movements or characters appropriate for your level & goals.

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Float

Here you get to train for general health or professional advancement. In FLOAT classes, we work on guided strengthening that will add an amazing sense of levity to your body & mind. 

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Flying

Whether you’re a novice adventurer or professional performer. We teach flying harness for your skill level; for audition training, or just for a fun one time experience

Due to our small class sizes and the personal nature of our studio if no one is signed up for group fitness classes by 9pm the night before then 10am classes will be canceled. So sign up in advance! :)

 

Rehearsals & Classes are in play right now

A new version of our show 'Breaking Surface’ will be coming soon

 
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“I love taking classes that tone my body and soul without realizing how hard I'm working. Gwyn and Bill create a safe and fun environment for learning such a unique skill. I was so surprised how quickly I could learn new choreography and tricks with them. I really appreciate their years of experience in dance, acrobatics, and performance. I highly recommend this class!”

—Suzanne Boothby, Writer, Health Coach, Adventurer at Heart

“Taking class with Gwyn and Bill is a wonderful, inspiring and fun experience. They are kind, professional and safe. Both are incredible movers, especially Gwyn, when she flies effortlessly with Bill's support it is like watching something straight out of heaven. The air awareness looks easier than it actually is, but the time you're able to experiment makes it possible to SEE progress. A warm, enjoyable, affordable experience that I would recommend to anyone wanting to Fly.”

—Paige Allison, Stunt Woman

"To take Flying Classes with Gwyn and Billy is transforming.  You can confront your fears of heights or being upside down because their gentle guidance and encouragement fuels you.  I felt emotional being that free up in the air.  I wish I could do it everyday. “

—Evita Arce, Swing dancer and Teacher at michaelandevita.com

“Flying with Billy and Gwyn at 5th Wall is a joyous exploration of the art of the impossible. For me, the vulnerability I feel aerial dancing is what makes my expression feel more grounded, no irony intended. Bill and Gwyn create a safe space for that vulnerability, and I am free to explore.” 

—Jessica Krueger, Professional Dancer, Acrobat