Ascend Flow Arts — Attraction in Wilmington

When I started at Ascend I had always wanted to do circus, but never felt I had the strength required and knew there wasn't a class close enough to regularly get to. It was hard work in the beginning (and still is when you're doing it right!) but I had so much support and encouragement that I was able to grow as a student and become a performer.

Not only that, Ascend has become my family. Everyone is welcome despite their background, ability, or level - you just have to being willing to work and have a positive attitude! Classes range from basics to performance prep. My fellow classmates and performers are even friends outside the studio (we've had Friendsgiving parties, birthday celebrations, field trips, meet ups for coffee/hugs/tears), and there's always someone willing to lend support or a hand.

If you've always wanted to circus but didn't know where to start, please come join us! We're always interested in making new...

I moved to the area in 2023 after doing aerial for 2 years at another studio and once I started taking classes at Ascend, I immediately felt like part of a family here. I have taken almost every class with each instructor that's been here and every single one of them are amazing, knowledgeable, and most of all very kind! It's now almost been two full years since I've been at this studio and it's been worth every single penny to take classes here. This is a very supportive environment for anyone at any skill level to enjoy aerials whether you want to pursue a more professional path or just a casual fun workout like I enjoy. If you are debating trying out the Intro series and getting into aerial, read over the reviews everyone has left and know that you'll be in wonderful environment with great people...

I have been attending beginner level Sling classes for a couple of months and love our instructor Lindsay’s instruction. She explains everything even the simplest moves in so much detail that leaves no room for error, getting injured nor using wrong muscles. She is very good at making spontaneous recommendations and explaining how all the body coordinates which helps me learn and correct my moves easily. She quickly adjusts the moves for us if we are unable to perform them because of prior injury, etc without us reminding her. She just has everything ready and organized in her head and she obviously cares so much about her students. She is not just a great performer; she is an awesome teacher too. I highly recommend her if you would like to start...