- Acro Yoga
- Acrobatic Dance
- Aerial Hoop
- Aerial Silks
- Aerial Straps
- Calisthenics
- Flexibility & Contortion
- Hand-to-Hand
- In-House Shows
- Lollipop Hoop
- Storytelling Acts
- Original Characters
- Choreography
- Trapeze
- Tumbling
- Power Lifting
- Self Defense
- Kettlebells Training
- Sport-specific Training
- Teen Strength Training
- Nutrition Workshops
- Parents Night Out Pajama Party
- Birthday Parties
- Handbalance/Handstand Training
Aerial Hoop
Aerial Hoop, also known as Lyra, is a captivating circus arts discipline offered for both kids and adults, combining strength, flexibility, and artistry in a suspended hoop. Participants learn to flow through poses, spins, and transitions that build core and upper body strength, balance, and coordination, while also encouraging creativity and self-expression.
For children, aerial hoop boosts confidence, focus, and resilience as they master new challenges in a supportive environment, and for adults, it offers a fun and empowering way to stay fit, mobile, and strong.
Beyond the physical skills, aerial hoop fosters discipline, determination, and self-awareness—qualities that support mental well-being, personal growth, and success both on stage and in everyday life.
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Acrobatic Dance
Acro Dance is an energetic and expressive service offered for both kids and adults, combining the athleticism of acrobatics with the artistry of dance. Participants learn to integrate tumbling, flexibility, and strength-based movements seamlessly into dance routines, enhancing coordination, balance, and body awareness.
For children, acro dance builds confidence, creativity, and discipline while fostering teamwork and self-expression, and for adults it offers a fun, full-body workout that improves fitness, flexibility, and mental focus.
Beyond physical development, acro dance encourages resilience, determination, and emotional expression—skills that support personal growth, well-being, and success both on stage and in everyday life.
Calisthenics
Calisthenics is a form of strength and fitness training that uses a person’s own body weight for resistance, focusing on natural movements like pushing, pulling, bending, jumping, and balancing.
It improves strength, mobility, endurance, coordination, and flexibility without the need for equipment, making it accessible anywhere.
From basic exercises like push-ups and squats to advanced skills such as handstands and muscle-ups, calisthenics develops both functional power and body control, combining physical fitness with artistry and discipline.
Nutrition Workshops
UPA Monthly Nutrition Workshop
Sunday, December 14 | 3:00 – 4:00 PM
$30 per family (all family members welcome)
Agenda:
- Current Scientific Research on a Key Nutrition Topic Stay informed with up-to-date, evidence-based insights. Knowing the “why” behind recommendations makes it easier to apply them in daily life.
- Moral Support & Group Help Being surrounded by others who share the same goals makes healthy changes easier to stick to. Support reduces feelings of isolation and keeps motivation high.
- Accountability Partners Having someone check in on your progress helps build consistency. It turns good intentions into lasting habits through encouragement and gentle reminders.
- Open Discussions of Ongoing Issues & Obstacles Talking through challenges in a safe environment gives clarity and new solutions. Often, someone else has already faced — and overcome — the same barrier.
- Sharing of Ideas to Improve Habits Practical, real-life strategies from others in the group can inspire fresh approaches. Small habit changes often lead to big, long-term health results.
- Hands-On Recipe with “Spoiling” Foods (e.g., smoothie) Learn to waste less food and make quick, nutritious meals. This creative skill saves money, reduces waste, and helps you eat healthier at home.
Family-friendly: Everyone can participate, learn, and benefit together.
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Lollipop Hoop
Lollipop Aerial Hoop is a unique circus arts discipline offered for both kids and adults, combining the elegance of aerial movement with the strength and creativity of pole and hoop work. This versatile apparatus allows participants to explore spins, balances, and dynamic tricks close to the ground, making it accessible while still challenging.
Training on the lollipop hoop develops full-body strength, coordination, flexibility, and endurance, while also encouraging creativity and artistic expression. For children, it builds confidence, focus, and resilience through playful exploration, and for adults, it provides an exciting way to stay fit, improve mobility, and relieve stress.
Beyond physical skills, lollipop aerial hoop fosters self-discipline, determination, and self-expression—qualities that support both personal growth and overall well-being.
In-House Shows
In-House Practice Acrobatics Shows are an exciting part of our 4-show yearly curriculum, giving kids the opportunity to showcase their progress in a supportive and familiar environment. These shows help children build confidence by performing in front of peers and family, while also developing teamwork, responsibility, and stage presence.
Each performance allows them to set goals, practice discipline, and experience the joy of accomplishment, which strengthens both their physical and emotional growth. By participating regularly, kids not only refine their acrobatic skills but also gain valuable life skills such as resilience, creativity, and self-expression.
NEXT UPA SHOW:
UPA Acro Circus Comedy, "Aliens vs. Jesters: Chaper III": Sunday, March 29, 2026, 4pm
General Rehearsal: Sunday, March 22, 2026, 4pm-7pm
UPA WINTER SHOW MYSTERY PHOTO GALLERY COMING SOON.
UPA HALLOWEEN SHOW PHOTO GALLERY
2025-2026 In-House Show Dates:
UPA April Fools Acro Comedy Show: Sunday, March 29th General Rehearsal: Sunday, March 22nd UPA Motivational Gala & Graduation Show: Sunday, June 28th General Rehearsal: Sunday, June 21st Pricing: Fees per performer: General Rehearsal: $40 Show & Party: UPA Halloween Show- $60 UPA Winter Holidays Show- $60 UPA April Fools Acro Comedy Show- $60 UPA Motivational Gala & Graduation Show- $80-100 (price depends on awards, TBA) Fee for Guests: $20 per guest
Original Characters
Original Character Development for original acts is a creative service designed for both kids and adults, where participants learn to build unique stage personas and craft performances that reflect their individuality. This process blends imagination, storytelling, movement, and artistic expression, helping performers discover their voice and confidence both on and off stage.
By developing original characters, students enhance their creativity, problem-solving, and communication skills, while also building resilience and self-awareness. For kids, it encourages playfulness, emotional growth, and teamwork, and for adults, it offers a powerful outlet for self-expression, stress relief, and personal empowerment.
Beyond performance, this service fosters confidence, adaptability, and originality—skills that enrich health, well-being, and everyday life.
Storytelling Acts
Original Acts with Storytelling is a service that empowers kids and adults to create circus performances that weave acrobatics, movement, and narrative into a meaningful and memorable act.
By combining physical skill with character and story, participants learn how to engage audiences on a deeper level while expressing their own creativity and imagination. This process strengthens communication, emotional awareness, and artistic confidence, while also enhancing physical coordination, endurance, and discipline. For children, it nurtures imagination, teamwork, and resilience, and for adults, it offers a powerful outlet for self-expression, stress relief, and personal growth.
Beyond the stage, storytelling through circus arts builds confidence, adaptability, and creativity—qualities that enrich health, well-being, and everyday life.
Tumbling
Tumbling is a dynamic and foundational discipline offered for both kids and adults, focusing on rolls, flips, handsprings, and powerful floor skills that build strength, coordination, and agility.
Beyond the physical techniques, tumbling develops balance, flexibility, and body awareness, which enhance performance in all sports and movement practices. For children, it nurtures confidence, discipline, and perseverance as they conquer new skills step by step, while for adults it provides a fun, energizing way to stay fit, mobile, and strong. The practice not only improves overall health and fitness but also cultivates resilience, focus, and a growth mindset—valuable skills that carry over into everyday life.