Amber Gordon – School of Dance

Acrobatic Arts

AcroDance, or acro as it is commonly referred to by dancers and dance professionals, is the beautiful fusion of classic dance technique and the precision and athleticism of acrobatic elements. Acro’s roots are in traditional Chinese dance, later appearing as a favoured style on the Vaudeville stage. Acro is an especially challenging style for dancers to master as training in both dance and acrobatic elements is required. Acro technique includes balancing, limbering, tumbling and partnering, based in flexibility, contortion and strength