2024 Events

Colorado Acro Fest

Feb 2025 - Denver Colorado

The Colorado Acro Fest is a 3-day acrobatic festival that strives to create a positive and inclusive environment centered around learning new acrobatic skills from some of the best and most well-known teachers in the US and worldwide!  

 

The main festival is 2 days long (Saturday/Sunday) and during this time instructors offer 28 unique classes in topics such as: L-base, dance lifts, hand-to-hand, icarian/pops, whips, trio/group skills, banquine and much more.  For those looking to add additional rigor to the experience there is a pre-festival “intensive” on Friday consisting of 6 hours of focused training in 1 of 4 tracks.  

 

This festival is ideal for individuals who have 6+ months of prior experience in partner acrobatics.  While we offer “open level” classes that are appropriate for beginners, it is expected that participants have some training in the basic forms of acrobatic movement.  A “true” beginner might find the length of the festival experience to be challenging both mentally and physically.  Having said that…you will not be turned away if this challenge sounds right up your alley!  

Las Vegas Flight Fest

Nov 8 - 11, 2024 - Las Vegas, Nevada

Flight Fest is an L-base only event with classes in Icarian and Whips. Attendees should be at an Intermediate and Advanced level to enjoy the full experience. We will have no beginner classes at this event. Note: You do not need to be proficient at both icarian and whips. There will be a variety of topics and offerings for both topics.

-Pre Reqs

*Icarian= bird to throne, throne to bird, reverse star to throne, bed straight pops, bed 180

*Whips= fluid moving and safe tarzan swings

(If you are unsure about prereqs please seek out your local teachers or inquire with Hobs or Kena about resources for preparing before the festival.)

Acrolove

Sept 20 - 23, 2024 - Portland Oregon

Join us for the biggest gathering of acrobats in the world! Our goal is to create a community by bringing together all styles of acrobatics and celebrating our shared love of acro. We invite you to join this supportive, constantly-evolving community of talented practitioners and great teachers. Make new friends, learn new skills, and share the AcroLove!

Classes for beginners and advanced practitioners will be offered in every session.

AcrOhio

Aug 30 - Sept 3 2024 - Columbus, OH

Come enjoy 4 amazing days of acroyoga, cheer, standing acrobatics, handstands, circus skills and so much more, in beautiful Columbus, OH!

Day-long intensives are offered on Friday, with classes Saturday and Sunday, and a free outdoor jam on Monday.

Classes are offered for beginner through advanced practitioners. No matter who you are or where you come from, there is something for you!

Northwest Acroyoga Campout

Bellingham WA - Aug 1 - 4, 2024

Connect, Play and Recharge!

Acrobatics, Therapeutics, Swimming, Amazing food & more.

Choose from 3 or 5 nights of camping. Your ticket includes all workshops, meals, full use of the venue, special evening events and more.

Sicily Acro Convention

July 20-26 2024 - Oliveri, Sicily

An Unforgettable week full of:

100 workshops of acro-yoga, standing acro, partner acrobatics, dance lifts, washing machines, pops, Icarian games, whips/whip pops, h2h, yoga, handstands, floor work and many more tricks!

  • A Nature reserve with immense beach, share and crystal clear waters

  • 5 to 7 simultaneous acro workshops for all levels

  • 7 hours of daily training plus jams

  • 1 handstand workshop per day

  • 1 yoga workshop per day

  • 4 acrobatic lunge belts for advanced dynamic tricks

  • 700 or more puzzle mats in the “Camping Baia del Principle”

  • Thai Massage

  • 1 free dat for excursions on the island, boat trip, visit to art and nature sites, relaxation and therapeuitic practices

  • A Final Party

- A Final Party

ACROCATION

Mora Sweden - July 12-16 2024

5 days of Acroyoga practice

with international teachers surrounded by beautiful nature

Spend your summer vacation with other Acroyoga- and Nature lovers in the heart of Dalarna, Sweden. The land of vast forest preserves, blue mountains and refreshing waters. There will be plenty hours of Acro training, Yoga, outdoor activities, nutritious food and togetherness. The weather in Sweden, at this time of the year, is usually mild and comfortable comparing to other parts of Europe.

Workshops will take place mainly in Mora Yogastudio, which has a breathtaking view of the surrounding village, water and mountains. Some workshops will be outdoors. We will make little trips to scenic places. For example catching the midnight sun from a mountain top. Great photo opportunities! On the last day, workshops end at noon, which leaves time for a longer excursion to a beautiful waterfall for participants who wish to join.

Bologna Acro Intensive

Debbie returns to Bologna after 5 years, marking her first visit since 2019! This time, she joins forces with Manas from Stockholm for an exciting weekend dedicated to intermediate l-basing. With their combined expertise in complex transitions and spinning techniques, they promise a dynamic experience. Come join us for a 12-hour weekend packed with washing machines, games, and engaging discussions on acrobatics, ensuring a well-rounded and unforgettable time.

Acrolandia

June 29th - July 1st, Portland Oregon

Returning for the third year running, this close-knit workshop weekend is turning things up a notch. We'll have some fantastic teachers sharing custom content and more, while maintaining a community-oriented and intimate feel.

L.A. Acro Intensive Weekend with Debbie and Cat

June 8 - 9, 2024 - Los Angeles CA

I couldn't be more excited to host and co-teach with Debbie Collis, one of my biggest inspirations in my training over the years, for a one-time weekend intensive in Los Angeles - bringing her unbeatable techniques in creative flow, H2H, and whips to the City of Angels!

Big Barn Acro Campout 3.0

May 24 - 27, 2024 - Rochester, New York

New Website!! https://www.bigbarnacro.com/

3 days of acro.  

3 nights of camping and shenanigans.  

Plenty of time and good people to enjoy all the upstate NY goodness.

Our goal is to host an event that is super chill, very entertaining, and has room for the many types of acrobats in our community.

~~~ DIFFERENT THAN LAST YEAR!  

~ Group Acro, H2H, and Icarian by Jeremy, Abigail, Sarah and Jay.

~ Intermediate L Basing: Pops, Whips, Flow by John & Debbie.

~ All Levels Standing Acro by Zara

The Big Barn Campout is hosted on a lovely farm of 65 acres, with safety lines, a pool, and even a hot tub!  There will be some lovely animals on the property as well: chickens, goats, two horses, and a cow.  The property is beautiful, and ALL PARTICIPANTS have a social obligation to treat the land, animals, and each other with respect and kindness.

We aim to provide two very specific qualities for those attending, FUN & LEARNING!

1) A large chuck of time to jam and interact with friends during the yummy midday summer hours.

2) A safe place to train dynamic group acrobatics.

Highly recommend having some acro experience.

Multiple offerings to offer both challenging and successful opportunities.  

We will start the event, and each training session with calibrations.  Come solo or as a group.  

You will leave with new friends, rock solid foundational skills, and the concepts that unlock higher level acrobatics.

Big Barn Bootcamp

May 18 - 23, 2024 - Rochester New York

A 10 day long immersive partner acrobatic training.

***Acro adventures!

***Plus an education in anatomy, exercise, and injury prevention.

One Week.

We live together.

We share meals.

We sweat together.

We practice active recovery. SAUNA & COLD PLUNGE.

6 days. 72hrs. One F**king good time.

Hosted by Jeremy Martin, strength coach of Pitch Catch Circus.

CoTeachers: Debbie Collis, AcroLove teacher and Pitch Catch graduate.

This is a deep dive into acro, exercise, and healing.

I am 40yrs old. My approach to acrobatics is to train for the long game.

1. Injury prevention.

2. Intelligent fitness, recovery, and acro programming.

3. Safety first. Trust before all.

All levels welcome.

Partner and Group discount available.

***If you do not have a partner, I will help facilitate.

30 students max.

Core Topics:

Standing Acrobatics: H2H, F2H, and Dance lifts

Electives: Icarian, Whips, or Flow.

Teaching or Choreography.

We will make time to discuss your goals, experience level, injuries and go from there.

$200 deposit per person. 30 people maximum. We will sell out.

Port Townsend Workshop

May 5th, 2024 - Port Townsend, WA

Welcome to acro with Debbie & Justin! This will be 2 classes of 2 hours each for all levels. In the morning we will go over foundations and put those into a flow. For the afternoon we will cover some washing machines. We will sprinkle in some games and end with an hour jam! We welcome you to sign up for the day as a whole as we will be adding on to what we learned from the morning. We would love for as many of you to be there as possible.

Magical Acro Mixtape tour with Debbie Collis and Cat Hamiliton

May 4th, 2024

Hey Seattle! Come get down and nerdy with the West Coast queens of flow, Debbie and Cat.

Cat Hamilton and Debbie Collis unite to share their expertise at the cutting edge of l-base content development for an exhilarating workshop designed to challenge your perceptions and elevate your skills. Whether you're drawn to the precision of careful elaborate steps, the grace of seamless transitions, or the artistry of intricate footwork, this workshop promises to unlock the secrets of learning how to flow seamlessly.

We'll showcase familiar machines but unveil fresh perspectives that may have eluded you until now. All the while, you'll learn the art of refining your movements to achieve unparalleled elegance and seamless transitions. Plus, get ready to hold a golden ticket to the premiere of some never-before-taught washing machines.

Geared towards those with intermediate to advanced proficiency, this workshop will delve deep into the nuances of footwork mastery and flow state. However, if you're a determined beginner with a solid foundation and meet the prerequisites, prepare for a rewarding challenge and an abundance of valuable insights to take home.

No need to bring a partner – this is your chance to forge new connections within our vibrant community. Come prepared to push your boundaries, make new friends, and embark on a journey of l-basing washing machines.

Pre-reqs include sidestars, star and reverse star, and some familiarity with range of motion and transitions between those things.

Calgary Acroyoga Festival

March 29 - 31, 2024 - Calgary Canada

Welcome back to the biggest Canadian gathering of the spring!

14 hours of acroyoga focused workshops with simultaneous beginner & advanced classes, with an evening event on Saturday night.

Teachers are joining us from around North America. The full list is TBA!

Located at Calgary Gymnastics Centre North

Austin Texas Workshop

March 16-17, 2024

John and I taught a weekend intensive here in Austin March of 2023. Chris and Katrina were our hosts and Michael helped us set up the workshop. This was a really good weekend. The really nice group photos are by Earl McGehee.

Interfusion Dance Festival

Jan 11 - 15, 2024 - Arlington, Virgina

Interfusion Festival was founded in 2016 under The Institute for Integrative Wellness (IFIW). Since that time, it has become the primary indoor transformative festival of North America bringing together the like-minded from across the US and beyond on Martin Luther King Jr. weekend. It is a grassroots community-centered creative project with more than twenty percent of participants involved in the creative or services process that bring Interfusion to life.

FESTIVAL LOCATION

A modern day oasis. The festival takes place at the Crystal Gateway Marriott located at 1700 Richmond Highway, Arlington, VA 22202. This 4.5-star hotel is located just minutes from Washington, D.C. and Reagan National Airport (DCA). While not required for festival participation, it is recommended that travelers consider staying at the hotel to emerge into the complete community experience. Learn more on our plan page:

DAYTIME EXPERIENCE

During the daytime explore workshops across multiple programs that are carefully designed for both individual and shared learning experiences, from beginners to advanced offerings. While no partner required to participate, partnerships may be formed during workshops, with workshop facilitators often providing an option to rotate with others to create the best learning environment possible. Learn more about the daytime experience:

NIGHTTIME EXPERIENCE

At nighttime the festival grounds transforms into an enchanted playground with eight unique social gathering and activity spaces. Interfusion’s Candlelight Conversations, AcroYoga Jam & Serenity Lounge are open throughout the night offering a retreat for those needing a break from the high-energy action. Learn more about the night program activities:

Mex Acro New Years

Dec 28th 2023 - Jan 2, 2024 - Playa del Carmen Mexico

🎪 Mex Acro NEW YEAR’S 🇲🇽 Dec 28- Jan 2 · 2024📍Playa del Carmen. 👉 January 1st Day off.

🎉 Join Hobs Hobotus, Debbie Collis, John Thorpe, Catalina Ignacia, Jordán Vera, Pri Pri, Anna Palou, Iris Salihagic, Charlotte Bauduin, Gerardo Simonin, Anastasia Butler for 5 days of intense Acro: Standing, L-Basing, Flows, Hand to Hand, Foot to Hand, Icarians, Whips, Pops, Whipops, Dance Lifts, Handstands, Movement Flow, Thai Massage, Mobility, Stretching, Jams and lots of fun!

Private Lessons

Please feel free to reach out if you are interested in private lessons. Debbie is available to work with individuals, couples or groups in Oregon. If you are intereresed in helping to facilitate a larger group workshop in your city please reach out.