Aerial · Handstands · Acrobatics · Calisthenics · Flexibility

Movement coaching for every body.

Where athleticism meets art.

Intro Pass: 5 classes · 2 weeks · $99

Male aerialist performing a one-arm strength pose on a gymnastic ring.

Our multidisciplinary approach

Four ways to move.

We don’t believe in limits or exclusivity. We bridge diverse yet complementary disciplines to help you move towards peak strength, mobility and performance.

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Students practising aerial hoop (lyra) skills during a group aerial class.

Aerial

Aerial Foundations, Silks, Lyra, Trapeze, Straps, Corde Lisse, Hammock

Student performing a freestanding handstand at The Movement Academy.

Acro & Handstands

Floor acrobatics, balancing and handstand training

Student demonstrating an L-sit hold on gymnastic rings during calisthenics training.

Strength

Calisthenics, plus our 8-week series (returning soon)

Students practising backbends and flexibility exercises during a stretch class.

Flexibility

Stretch and Contortion

Children learning aerial silks with hands-on guidance from a coach at The Movement Academy.

For parents

Send your kids to the circus.

Aerials and acrobatics for ages 5 to 18 a performance troupe, and school holiday workshops. Strong bodies, busy minds, new friends.

Your coaches

Coached by performers and athletes.

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What our members say

I wanted it to be fun, and I wanted to get stronger again. This is what I’ve accomplished in the last three years at The Movement Academy. And not only that, I’ve found amazing friends in this space.

Ambre G.— TMA member

There’s never a single day I don’t look forward to coming to TMA. It’s probably the most fun I’ve had in my adult life. A normal gym definitely never made me feel like this.

Pitt R.— TMA member

My two kids have been coming to TMA for years and absolutely love it! They love the freedom to express themselves, the fun and creativity and most of all, the incredibly encouraging and supportive teachers.

Marie C. — TMA parent & member
Spacious aerial studio at The Movement Academy in Alexandria, Sydney, with high ceilings, aerial hoops, silks and safety mats.

The studio

A space built for flying.

Dedicated silks, lyra and trapeze sections, a gym zone, a tumbling runway and a stretch area. Professionally built, because at TMA we know that safety is sexy.

  • 21 rigging points across the studio
  • Dedicated silks, lyra and trapeze sections
  • Gym zone with pull-up bars, rings and weights
  • Tumbling runway and a dedicated stretch area

Come in and train on your own with Open Training, book a private lesson with one of our coaches, or bring your own students with point hire.

Steph, physiotherapist at Raw Element Physiotherapy, based at The Movement Academy.

Home of Raw Element Physiotherapy

Specialists in treating aerialists, artists and performance athletes. Meet Steph, our on-site physio. She’s aerial-trained herself, so she understands exactly what your body goes through.

Movement coach demonstrating an exercise to a group of smiling students at The Movement Academy.

Our community

Move with purpose. Train with intention. Unleash your potential.

We invite you to join our exciting community of movement enthusiasts: the young and young at heart, athletes, performing artists and everyday warriors who thrive on developing their movement practice and physical betterment.

A safe, welcoming space for every body, whatever your age, shape or experience.

Visit the studio

10/33 Maddox Street, Alexandria

  • Mon – Thu3:00pm – 9:00pm
  • Fri3:00pm – 7:00pm
  • Sat10:00am – 3:00pm
  • Sun12:00pm – 3:00pm

  • Parking available on site.
  • Nearest stations: Green Square train station and Waterloo Metro station
  • Buses: 305, 308, 348, 355 and 370 stop within a short walk

We’re tucked away at the end of the corporate park. Just look for the big “10” out front. If the weather’s nice, we’ll have the roller door open!