Acro Requirements

Our Acro classes require a detailed set of skills to qualify for each level, listed below. If you have any questions regarding enrollment for Acro, please email hello@cdt.dance and we will work together to find the best fit for your student!

Basic Prerequisites (for safety reasons):

- Able to listen, take direction, and maintain good behavior during class.

- Must be courteous and respectful to trainers and other participants.

- Must demonstrate self-control and good behavior.

- Must be able to work closely with other students and must be comfortable with the physical proximity needed to safely execute group tricks.

- Must understand body and air awareness.

- Understands that tight-fitted clothing (like tight shorts, leotards, tight-fitted tank tops) will be worn to class to mitigate slipping and tangling

Mini Acro (1-5)

Must be able to stand

Beg Acro (5-8)

Basic Prerequisites

Acro 1 (8-12)

Basic Prerequisites

Acro 2 (8-14)

Basic Prerequisites

have a cartwheel

be able to support their own weight

hold a handstand, against the wall or freestanding, for 10-15 seconds

be close to a split (more important for tops than bases)

be able to hold a stable bridge for 10-15 seconds

be close to bridge-kickover or be able to kick over into a bridge

Acro 3 (12-18+)

Basic Prerequisites

Acro 2 Prerequisites

7th Grade or Higher