Out on a Limb Circus Arts Returns to Anamaya: Special Retreat in Costa Rica, June 14–21, 2025.
All bookings and coordination will be organized through the teachers of Out on a Limb Circus, so please CLICK HERE to contact Anamaya’s Reservations Department in order for them to connect you directly with them for more information.
Out on a Limb Circus Arts Retreat:
This circus arts retreat is open to all levels, whether you’re just starting out or have years of experience under your belt.
Each session is led by a team of skilled instructors, providing personalized guidance and hands-on support to help you grow at your own pace.
Alongside daily AcroYoga workshops, you’ll have the opportunity to explore a range of specialty classes such as aerial hoop (lyra), pole dance, handstands, and flow arts – including fire performance. The week wraps up with a professional photo shoot and an electrifying final showcase by the talented performers of Out on a Limb.
More About The Workshops Offered:
Elevate your spirit and skills at this special Circus Arts Retreat, a sanctuary for creativity and physical artistry nestled in the stunning backdrop of Costa Rica. This unique retreat is designed to cater to all levels, from curious beginners to seasoned practitioners, offering a wide array of workshops that promise an enriching experience. Here’s a glimpse of what awaits:
AcroYoga Workshops:
Dive into the world of AcroYoga with Dr. Andrew Zutell and his expert team, where the joy of movement meets the power of connection. Perfect for everyone, these workshops will guide you through the essentials and beyond – from hands-free acrobatics to creative pose combinations. It’s an opportunity to enhance your balance, focus, and confidence, all while having a blast and forging new connections.
Lyra (Aerial Hoop) Workshops:
Begin your aerial journey with our Intro to Aerial Hoop, learning the art of mounting, dismounting, and creating stunning shapes in the air. Progress to mastering inversions and seamless sequences, where grace meets strength. Tailored for all attendees, each session builds upon the last, ensuring a safe and supportive environment to explore your potential.
Pole Workshops:
Unleash your inner performer with our Pole Workshops. From crafting mesmerizing choreography in our Choreo class to defying gravity with Tricks and Inversions, and mastering elegant spins and transitions, there’s something to challenge and thrill everyone. These classes blend physicality with artistry, inviting you to express yourself in new and exciting ways.
Fire Performing and Flow Workshops:
Ignite your passion with our introduction to the flow arts, where you’ll learn about achieving the flow state, fire safety, and the magical synergy of movement and fire. Explore a variety of props from staves and fans to poi and Levi wands, discovering both the technical and expressive aspects of fire performance and flow arts.
Reserve Your Spot Today By Clicking HERE.
Dates:
This Retreat is Perfect For…
This Costa Rica circus arts retreat is ideal for solo travelers, couples, and groups of friends. Anamaya Resort offers a range of accommodations to suit every preference – from private cabinas with ocean views to shared and dorm-style rooms for a more communal experience.
More than just a retreat, this is a full-body adventure into creativity, connection, and personal growth. Through daily movement and circus arts workshops – including AcroYoga, aerial, pole, and flow arts – you’ll challenge your limits, build new skills, and become part of a dynamic, supportive community. Whether you’re here to deepen your practice or try something completely new, the Out on a Limb Circus Arts Retreat in Costa Rica offers the perfect blend of fun, freedom, and transformation.
Meet Your Instructors…
Dr. Andrew Zutell – Yoga, AcroYoga, Partner Acrobatics
Andrew is a professional educator and acrobatic performer with over 10 years’ experience teaching and performing partner acrobatics in the US and abroad. Andrew has collaborated with and represented many respected partners in the industry, including AcroYoga Intl., Reyn Studios, Young Audiences, Lululemon Athletica, The Crescent Circus, Cirque D’Licious, Snake Oil Festival, BUKU Festival, Carl Mack Presents, Bustout Burlesque, Oblique Magazine, and Resonate Festival. He has created and taught a variety of acrobatics classes and workshops such as: “All-levels Acrobatics,” “Partner Fitness and Flexibility,” and “From Practice to Performance,” in addition to private instruction. After several years living and teaching in Beijing, China—co-leading the community there with beloved AcroYoga Intl. teacher Malgo Blonska—Andrew now resides in Charleston, where he is bringing his wealth of knowledge and experience to Charleston’s yoga and fitness community with all new events, workshops, and classes. His acrobatics troupe, Out on a Limb Circus Arts, has performed at numerous high-profile events, venues, and festivals and is guaranteed to bring high-energy fun and excitement to any event with a unique combination of traditional partner acrobatics and aerial arts.
Dr. Lauren Rubio – Lyra, AcroYoga
Lauren is a professional educator and has been practicing and performing aerial arts for over five years. She is a founding member of Out on a Limb Circus Arts, an aerial and acrobatics performance company, and a member of the burlesque troupe Lily’s Burlesque, both located in Charleston, South Carolina. Her primary apparatus is the lyra or aerial hoop where she exudes a slow, powerful movement style and enjoys making defying gravity look effortless. Lauren also performs duo trapeze and acro dance.
Maddie Melotte – Pole Dancing, Partner Acrobatics
Maddie Melotte is a multidisciplinary artist with a focus on pole, aerial arts, and acrobatics. She grew up training traditional studio dance styles, and in 2018 she fell in love with pole dance, which quickly became her main focus. Since then, she has gone on to become an accomplished and award-winning performer and instructor.
Aaron Moriarity – Flow Arts, Fire Performing
Aaron is a multi-prop flow artist that specializes in fire performing. His obsession with the flow arts started when he discovered the dragon staff in 2019. Since then, he has specialized in fire performing with a focus on dragon staff, contact staff, contact sword, and poi. Aaron is also well versed in fire safety and enjoys sharing all things flow arts with the community at large.
What other’s have to say…
“Simply amazing!”
“Out on a Limb is beyond amazing!”
“Highly, highly recommend!”
“Andrew had great communication and was so professional.”
Accommodations & Pricing:
SPOTS ARE FILLING UP, so contact our Reservations Team HERE for more information on what rooms are available, pricing, and more details to save your spot today!
Take this time to explore new horizons, push your boundaries, and try something NEW!
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