We are privilege to host the 5th West Coast Aerial Arts Festival from Nov. 9 - 12, 2017.  There will be aerial competitions, shows and workshops all day and night.  We will be cancelling classes on these days (Thursday - Sunday). 

We invite everyone to catch a glimpse of the action by either taking a workshop or watching the competitions/ shows.  Here is a direct link to the Schedule of Activities.

If you normally attend classes in any of these affected days, please make the necessary adjustments by attending before or after the festival.  If your package expires on any of these days, we will adjust accordingly up to one (1) week after the expiration date.  The schedule offers an abundance of classes and make the necessary adjustments.  Although there is a slight schedule change, we are confident that there will be a class that will fit your schedule.  Please note that if you bought a package, the same 30-day expiration policy applies.

The West Coast Aerial Arts Festival (WCAAF) is three (3) weeks away.  Time flies and before you know it, you are up on stage...  and then you ask yourself.. "what have I missed?"

For the past 4 months, we have been informing you about the festival... what it entails.... and how to prepare.... it is not too late yet...  if you have been consistent with your training, have psyched up your spirit, you mind and body and have learned to be true to yourself.  Here are a few tips to remember and prepare for. 

• Select your music, if you have not done so yet.  Make sure your act conforms to the duration set forth by WCAAF.
• Order - borrow - create your costume.  We also rent our costumes for $10.00 if you need one. 
• Try your costume with your routine. 
• Arrange for private sessions from any of the RKP faculty in order to polish your act.  Remember, the criteria for judging are the following: Technical execution 60%; Choreography 20%; and Performance and Artistry 20%. 
• Prioritize in coming to ALL apprentice sessions, or as many times as you can (we suggest 5-6 days a week).  This will allow you to develop endurance, strength and increase performance quality over what your routine is required so that you can just dance and enjoy your act and feel comfortable, confident and graceful. 
• Take a one (1) day break 2 days before your scheduled competition.
• Revisit the WCAAF FAQ PAGE to make sure you know all the rules.  Any deviation or non-compliance will result in penalty and score deductions and possibly disqualification. 
• Take everyday, every rehearsal with a positive outlook.  This will give you inspiration to work harder. 

GOOD LUCK... As you know, all faculty members are here to support  and train you.  Reach out to us for questions you may have. 

Click Here to Learn More about the WCAAF

UNIQUE AND NEW CLASSES 

Beginning Contemporary

A fusion between ballet, jazz and modern 

Grace - Artistry - Lines - Movement 

Awesome class for any and all types of students
Every Thursday 7pm Aerial Dance Theater, Costa Mesa
 

To schedule, sign up and reserve online

 

Corde Lisse and Mallakhamb Rope

Introductory classes Tues 7:30pm & Fri 6pm

After extensive international training on both ROPE disciplines, Ruby and Luca are here to provide cutting edge technique that advances their vocabulary syllabus to new heights.  Education from no other than Mumbai's Shree Samartha Vyayam Mandir. and the ROPE Meeting in Barcelona with the top 100 Elite Corde Lisse specialists, there is no other place in Orange County to get the best education other than the Ruby Karen Project Aerial Performing Arts School

 

Senior Aerial and Conditioning Class 

Taught by Edie Morton (60)

 

Strongly recommended for those curious enough to try aerials, Edie will make you feel good.. having to accomplish exercises that you thought you couldn't.  Try this class!  Great for adult beginners!