In this workshop we will explore the thigh hitch in a sling (what it is, ways to get in and out of it, how to change it’s look) and work through a sequence of all things thigh hitch! Prerequisites: some experience on sling, trapeze or fabrics.

ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR

Lissa McLeod has been teaching and performing circus arts and aerial dance for over ten years throughout the Southeast, nationally and internationally. Lissa toured with the Olive Tree Circus in Palestine and the US in 2008 and founded One World Circus with partner Jake Weinstein in 2010. Lissa has trained at the New England Center for Circus Arts (including a three month artist residency in 2017) and the Circus Arts Institute. Lissa teaches and performs extensively with Dragonfly Aerial and Circus Arts Studio in Knoxville, TN. A survivor and mother to children who are survivors, Lissa has directed the creation and production of “Webs”.