Our Instructors
2024
Gregory Tiwald
Our team leader has 15 years of experience teaching flying trapeze and circus arts around the world. Whether performing, building, spotting, or teaching he always focuses on safety first, and delivering the most fun and entertaining experience you’ll ever have on the magical flying trapeze!
Aury Quinn
Aury took her first trapeze class here in the Hamptons over ten years ago, and since then she has trained and taught in trapeze schools across the country from New York to Santa Barbara. She is currently at UCLA studying physiology and athletic training, and is thrilled to spend another summer sharing her love for trapeze with the Hamptons crowd!
Bella McKelvey
Born and raised in Seattle, Bella’s journey into the world of circus began at Emerald City Trapeze Arts. She has spent the last six months teaching trapeze at Club Med Cancun. Bella is excited to share her love and passion for trapeze in the Hamptons!
Eduardo Bado
We’re honored to welcome Eduardo, all the way from his international ventures in west coast gyms, camps, and trapeze companies across the seas. With over 7 years of diverse experience, Eduardo has left his mark from the bustling streets of Mexico to distant shores. Having honed his skills in various settings, he brings a wealth of knowledge and a global perspective to his coaching. From the vibrant city of Guadalajara, he spent years perfecting his craft, inspiring both kids and daring adults alike to conquer their fears and embrace exhilaration of flight.
2023
Miles Postlethwait
Miles has been performing and teaching flying trapeze for nearly 10 years. He has had the pleasure of working with a number of incredibly talented artists in shows all over the world. Miles loves learning about all aspects of trapeze, technical and performative. His goal is to share that knowledge with those who share his passion for flight.
Laura Elder
Laura has been flying and coaching trapeze for 5 years, alongside her 4 legged assistant, Avocado. She is a Canadian who began flying and coaching in Calgary, but has more recently been training all things circus in Montreal. She is excited to share her love of trapeze with everyone in the Hamptons this summer!
2022
Lukas Weinbach
Lukas has been teaching flying trapeze for 3 years in different locations across the US and South America. He has also had the privilege of training with Professional Cirque du Soleil artists and performing with Pneumatic Arts at Emerald City Trapeze in Seattle. Lukas’ intention is to show others they’re capable of achieving anything they believe.
Jessica Hampton
We have the privilege to have Jess here all the way from Australia. She has been coaching trapeze for 2 years in Sydney and Byron Bay. She is dedicated to making kids (and those courageous adults) see their fears lift away, whilst being taken over with smiles and excitement as they learn what they are capable of. “What I love most about trapeze is it is fun fitness. You don’t even realize how much of a workout you are doing. There will always be something new to learn and it’s a sport where you need others to succeed, so everyone learns to help and communicate well with each other.”