12th Trapeze Class

Trapeze class is winding to a finish. This was the 2nd to last class. So, there's only 1 more practice before the performance. My routine is really coming together well. But... My instructor added a new trick to my routine!!!

For the past several weeks she's been bothered by the fact that I needed more of a reason to have gone up to standing for my forward roll. That's one reason why she added in the arabesque for me during my private lessons. But, that still wasn't enough. So, now I'm doing what's called a Crow's Nest, which is another strength intensive trick.

In this .pdf, it's the "Bird's Nest (on ropes) trick, although the feet are slightly different than in the picture.
http://www.fedec.net/fr/manuel%201%20-%20part%202.pdf

It might be the most impressive looking trick in my routine, which is why I'm happy about adding it in at such a late time. I've done this trick 2 times total now. First, outside of my routine to learn it, which had a slightly shaky start. The first time I tried it, I was trying to wrap my legs around the ropes, which is wrong. The legs are not supporting any of the weight in this trick. It all rests on the hands. I did get it, though, on my second try of the trick. I think I'm able to make the position come out really well. Then, the second time I actually did the trick was inside my routine. I had no problems with getting into the trick - although I'm sure my facial expression was not exuding peace at that time. So, the trick went well. But, then after my arabesque, my hands felt unsure, so I had to re-adjust them before the forward roll. So, that didn't go smoothly. Hopefully I'll be able to fix these issues at the next (last) practice before the show.

After class, I felt absolutely horrible (ear-wise). But, at least I didn't have any issues during class.

I checked with my instructor regarding what to do about the next session of classes - because of my ear surgery. She talked to her manager. I can hold off on signing up for the level 2 session. Then, once I'm ready to come back, I can sign up then. And, they'll pro-rate the session for me so that I don't have to pay for the classes that I'll have missed. So, that's awesome news. Normally they don't do anything like this, but my instructor convinced her manager that this is a special circumstance. So, that's a relief! I'll be able to continue my lessons in the level 2 class. I'll probably have to miss either 3 or 4 classes, since the next session starts the first week in February. And, I can always do a couple of private lessons to catch up if I've gotten behind. So, I have plenty of incentive to eat right while I'm recovering. At least all my muscles will be totally recovered during my rest period after the surgery. So, that's good.