Adult Acrobatics At Home
Kingswood gymnastics centre, Kingswood Foundation Estate, Britannia Rd, Bristol, South West, BS15 8DB
“Tumbling, handstands, soft-acro, partner and group acrobatics, flexibility and fitness with expert coach Rae Baird”
Why Choose Adult Acrobatics At Home?
Adult Acrobatics At Home stands out for expert coaching that makes complex acrobatic skills genuinely accessible, students regularly achieve techniques they've struggled with for years. Rachel's patient, encouraging approach and knack for making learning fun create a genuinely supportive atmosphere where adults of all ages and abilities feel confident to progress.
About Adult Acrobatics At Home
Adult Acrobatics At Home (AAAH) is a specialist gymnastics club in Bristol offering acrobatic classes exclusively for adults across the South West. Founded in 2014 and led by expert coach Rae Baird, the club teaches tumbling, handstands, soft-acro, partner and group acrobatics, alongside flexibility and fitness training. Classes run at weekends and are designed for adult learners of all abilities, creating a space where grown-ups can learn circus-style skills in a supportive, non-intimidating environment.
The club holds a near-perfect Google rating, with families consistently praising Rae's teaching approach. Several mention her ability to break down complex techniques into manageable steps, building confidence even for complete beginners. One gymnast who started training at nearly 40 years old describes the community as supportive and welcoming, whilst others highlight Rae's patience, encouragement, and skill at making classes both challenging and fun.
The atmosphere is frequently described as safe and confidence-building, with participants feeling excited to push themselves in partner acro and tumbling skills they never thought they could master. AAAH is particularly known for its inclusive ethos. The club is LGBTQ+ friendly and a designated transgender safe space, with gender-neutral toilets and wheelchair-accessible facilities including car parking, seating, and toilets.
It's women-owned and offers both on-site sessions and online classes, with appointments required for attendance. For adults in Bristol seeking acrobatic gymnastics in a welcoming, progressive environment where skill development and personal confidence go hand in hand, Adult Acrobatics At Home provides a rare opportunity to train in partner acrobatics, tumbling, and handstands alongside like-minded adults.
What Customers Say on Google
“Rae helped achieve techniques that had been attempted unsuccessfully for two decades, all in a single class, her ability to break down complex skills into manageable steps makes learning acrobatics accessible and quick.”
“Rachel creates a knowledgeable, fun atmosphere where instruction is balanced with free practice time, allowing students to work at their own pace and build confidence to try new moves.”
“A supportive, non-intimidating environment where adults of all abilities, even those starting at 40, feel welcome to learn partner acrobatics and develop new skills.”
Source: Google Reviews
Frequently Asked Questions About Adult Acrobatics At Home
Adult Acrobatics At Home specialises exclusively in acrobatic gymnastics for adults. Classes are designed for grown-ups of all abilities, from complete beginners to experienced movers, and focus on tumbling, handstands, partner work and soft-acro. If you're looking for children's or teen programmes in Bristol, you'll need to explore other clubs in the area, as AAAH deliberately caters only to adult learners seeking a non-competitive, supportive environment.
Rae Baird, who founded the club in 2014, is known for her ability to break down complex acrobatic techniques into manageable steps. Local families tell us she's particularly skilled at unlocking moves that students have struggled with for years, one gymnast finally nailed techniques they'd attempted unsuccessfully for two decades after just one session. Her approach is patient, encouraging and often funny, building confidence even for nervous first-timers approaching 40 or older.
Classes cover tumbling, handstands, soft-acro, partner and group acrobatics, alongside flexibility and fitness training. Sessions blend structured instruction with free practice time, allowing you to work on personal goals while learning new skills. The club attracts a mix of abilities, some students started in their late thirties with no gymnastics background and now perform moves they never imagined possible, from kip-ups to partner balances, all within a welcoming, non-intimidating atmosphere.
Weekend classes are held at Bristol Gymnastics Centre, which is well equipped with the apparatus and safety equipment needed for acrobatic training. The facility allows students to drill moves safely and progress at their own pace. The club serves Bristol and the wider South West region, creating a community of adult learners who describe the atmosphere as supportive and fun, ideal for anyone looking to try circus-style skills without the pressure of competition.
Absolutely. Many students started training in their late thirties or forties with no prior acrobatics background and found the environment welcoming and non-intimidating. Rae tailors instruction to different skill levels within the same session, explaining every technique and exercise in detail so movements make sense. Whether you're aiming for your first handstand or a full flip, the coaching approach focuses on steady, confidence-building progress rather than competitive performance.
Contact Details
- Address
- Kingswood gymnastics centre, Kingswood Foundation Estate, Britannia Rd, Bristol, South West, BS15 8DB
How Adult Acrobatics At Home Compares
in Bristol
8 reviews on Google
Opening Hours
- Monday
- 1-8pm
- Tuesday
- Closed
- Wednesday
- Closed
- Thursday
- Closed
- Friday
- 2-9pm
- Saturday
- 11am-4pm
- Sunday
- 11am-4pm
Business Details
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