Covers the historical roots and place of aerial dance in the lineage of modern dance. This book addresses questions of aesthetics, outlines philosophies and describes teaching methodologies.

Finally, a much needed aerial dance book that covers its historical roots and place in the lineage of modern dance with writings from the movers and shakers that helped mould this new art form. This is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in aerial dance, from novice to professional and from practitioner to educator, there is no other book of its kind. Thousands of dancers and teachers are embracing this new, exciting art form. Selected video segments on the bound-in DVD show the appeal of aerial dance. The book addresses questions of aesthetics, outlines philosophies and describes teaching methodologies. It also shares the joy and creative possibilities with expanded spacial opportunities available with aerial dance. This book will introduce the reader to this wonderful new art form. The reader is encouraged to form their own opinion and if interested in learning how to aerial dance, to seek proper instruction in their area.

Chapter 1. Aerial Dance in a Post-Modern World
Chapter 2. Flight Path: The Evolution of Aerial Dance
Chapter 3. Air Craft: The Aesthetics of Aerial Dance
Chapter 4. Bird's-Eye View: Essays from the Field
Chapter 5. Flight Instructions
Chapter 6. Custom Designed Flights: Other Applications
Chapter 7. Injury Prevention: Understanding the Anatomy and Physiology of
Chapter 8. Rigging for Aerial Dance.