Cyr Wheel Workshops with Sam Tribble:
Sam is a former All American, elite level gymnast. He was MVP at UC Davis and team Captain of CSUF collegiate team. Sam currently trains Junior Olympic athletes and participates in the Professional Development Program for USA Gymnastics. Sam coaches athletes of all ages for bodyweight training, alternative fitness and several art forms. Athletes have come as far as Russia, Ireland, Malaysia, New Zealand, France and all across the US to seek his hands on training and personal advice. Sam continues to travel internationally to perform acro adagio and the art of Roue Cyr, in addition to hosting workshops and intensive around the country.
Sam has been training performing artist and high level athletes for over 25 years and is Strength projects premier instructor.
Workshops:
Each session will begin with a 10 minute basic warm up incorporating stretches and body movement that will facilitate learning. Progressive Axis Training (PAT) technique will be explained and students will learn how to manipulate the Wheel in all three plans of movement in addition to understanding how to perpetuate momentum in the apparatus. Students will also be taught progression and safety considerations for the art of Cyr Wheel.
Schedule:
- Advanced Cyr Workshop: April 18th, 20th, and 22nd
- Beginner Cyr Workshop: April 19th, 21st, and 23rd
- Open Jam Session: April 24th
Beginner’s Workshop:
After the initial warm-up, students will spend 20 minutes learning basic wheel manipulation for safety with the focus of finding control and predictability of their apparatus. The remainder of the class will be spent in and out of the wheel learning two basic techniques for “spinning” inside the wheel. An emphasis will be placed on learning various techniques for initiating the “waltz.” Creative movement and individual styles of expression with the Cyr wheel will also be explored.
Advanced Workshop:
Students who have proficient control of the waltz will learn tools for mastering more advanced skills such as spirals, one legged coin spin, hangs, and jump to support. Advance students will also be able to spend time working specific areas of their interest in addition to complex wheel manipulations.
Cost: $120.00 per workshop (1 session for $120, 3 sessions for $325, and 6 sessions for $600)
Requirements:
6 student MAX in Advanced Cyr Wheel; 4 student MAX in Beginner Cyr Wheel
Pre-reqs: Advanced students must have their waltz; no prior requirements for Beginner students.
Book Your Workshop:
Call our front desk to book your workshop with Sam Tribble!
Private Lessons:
Interested in booking a private lesson with Sam Tribble? Rate is currently $80 per hour plus studio fees.
Please call to reserve your time slot.