AERIAL SLING BASICS
pull-over mount variations
I thrive on continuous exploration of the basics. This video covers 5 different variations of a standard pull-over mount in the aerial sling!
Video Length: 1:54
MOUNTS
This video will guide you through 8 different beginner/intermediate mounts on the aerial sling! Easy-to-follow cues will help you to understand proper positioning and placement for mounting/dismounting the apparatus.
Video Length: 5:23
SLING STRENGTH CONDITIONING
This tutorial video will guide you through 5 of my favorite aerial strength conditioning exercises on the aerial hammock/sling.
Video Length: 2:40
FLAIR INVERT
Invert like a QUEEN! This video will demonstrate a 5-step progression for mastering the flair invert. To complete the flair invert sequence with spinning momentum it is best to learn on an aerial hammock/sling with a swivel.
Video Length: 3:34
INVERT PREP & CONDITIONING
An easy to follow progression of movements that will help strengthen the core for inversions on aerial sling (or any apparatus)! With proper form & alignment, these exercises target the transverse abs and inversion supporting muscles such as the hip flexors and quads! This is an excellent technique video for aerialists of all levels!
Video Length: 3:55
Beginner low FLOW CHOREO #1 “PETUNIA”
A simple, 1 minute long, beginner-friendly sling sequence that involves arabesque and mermaid movements! This tutorial will teach you step-by-step how to execute the sequence, nicknamed “Petunia,” with precision and grace--and gives you opportunity to accent it with your own style and aesthetic.
Video Length: 3:02
mini series: tootsie roll
The tootsie roll is a fun and simple transition and is featured in the first “Mini Series” video which is a collection of free Slay The Sling™ tutorial videos.
Video Length: 1:33
Never train alone or without proper aerial equipment, rigging systems, a crash pad appropriate for aerial use and a spotter/coach nearby. Use at your own risk.
Advanced Sling
ARCHITECT SPLIT
An advanced signature split from Holly Ann Jarvis - The Architect! Make sure you have a nice long fabric for this one - more space is better!
Video Length: 3:36
BANANA SPLIT
This intermediate/advanced tutorial will safely break down the sleeper split -- a move that requires a lot of hamstring/hip flexibility and mobility!
Video Length: 3:20
meathook progression
This tutorial video will demonstrate step-by-step, a progression for training “meathooks” on the aerial sling. Meathooks are a key position you can find translated across any aerial or circus arts apparatus.
Video Length: 3:21
SLEEPER SPLIT
This intermediate/advanced tutorial will walk you through the steps for one of Holly’s signature moves - the Banana Split! This movement requires a bit of shoulder & hamstring flexibility as well as good spatial awareness. Smooth transitions that utilize counter-weight balancing on the sling are a feature of this unique movement.
Video Length: 3:25
Stirrup split belay
The belay is a skill that can be translated onto many different aerial apparatuses while utilizing many different “entries.” This tutorial video will demonstrate, step-by-step, an advanced entry named the “stirrup split” belay. Remember to always use proper rigging systems, fall protection and to always have a spotter when training aerial skills—especially if they are new. It’s also a good idea to practice belays with your sling set “low” to the ground if possible or only practice the on a lower out system.
Video Length: 3:22
Advanced Sling Flo
allegra
The Allegra Flo is one of Holly’s signature intermediate/advanced combos. The name was inspired by one of the first pole moves that Holly fell in love with in the early stages of pole/aerial training! This sequence requires strength, flexibility, balance and provides a lot of opportunity for accents and stylized movement.
Video Length: 3:41
georgia twist to bow & Arrow
Learn this spinning sequence combining the Georgia Twist (Holly’s version) with a seamless transition to Bow & Arrow. This advanced flow requires a lot of hip mobility and flexibility. Make sure your nice and warm in your hips and have a good range of motion before attempting this tutorial.
Video Length: 3:03
low choreo #1 “vega”
Need some low flo ideas for an upcoming performance? This tutorial will teach you an intermediate/advanced original sequence from Holly (not shared on social media platforms). The sequence itself is approx. 1 minute 30 seconds of low flying, melty and twisty choreo for you to be inspired by.
Video Length: 5:38
signature moves & transitions
First edition of the “Signature Moves & Transitions” tutorial series. This video will teach you step-by-step, three of Holly’s favorite dynamic sling movements: Skater Switch, Slingshot Drop & Boomerang Around The World.
Video Length: 3:52
Sneaky Crochet crossback
This Int./adv. tutorial will teach you a fun and unique way to transition into a ’crochet crossback’ on the aerial sling! If you are looking to spice up “old tricks” with “new transitions” you will love this tutorial!
Video Length: 2:43
sneaky salto to straddle v-spin
The sneaky salto to straddle v-spin is one of Holly’s original flows and also a favorite! It is advanced/challenging because it requires balance, timing and flexibility!
Video Length: 3:55
WHIP NAE NAE
This video will demonstrate a 4-step progression for mastering one of Holly’s signature flo sequences the “Whip Nae Nae.” You might have seen this combo catch like wild fire across Instagram when Holly first performed it--learn it from the OG! This sequence requires a fair amount of hip mobility, so as always, ensure that you get a proper warm-up stretch before beginning this tutorial.
Video Length: 3:43
Drops & Tumbles
salto drop
Ever wonder how to keep your momentum as you tumble your way through a forward salto? This tutorial gives you clear examples and verbals cues for executing single & double forward salto drops on the aerial sling! Intermediate/Advanced Level.
Video Length: 3:30
tipsy tumble
Who doesn’t love a good ole’ sling tumble? This step by step tutorial will show you how to master the tipsy tumble sequence! Intermediate Level.
Video Length: 2:19
THE SUSHI ROLL
This tutorial will walk you step-by-step through one of Holly’s original tumble sequences, The Sushi Roll. Why is it named Sushi Roll? Besides the fact that there’s a bunch of twisting, turning and rolling in the sequence, one of her students in a Southern California workshop came up with the name while she was teaching it. The name stuck and it became Sushi Roll! (And maybe Holly loves sushi) Intermediate-advanced level tutorial.
Video Length: 3:10
Bendability
DYNAMIC full body WARM-UP
This 8-minute Bendability video will demonstrate warm-up sequences to promote mobility and flexibility on your aerial apparatus.
Video Length: 8:05