“Play is the opposite of trauma.”

This workshop invites participants to reconnect with their bodies through gentle circus-inspired movement, play, and mindful somatic release. Together, we’ll use soft acrobatics and grounding lower-body work to cultivate safety, joy, and embodiment — encouraging the nervous system to release tension and restore flow.

Maya is a passionate circus artist, teacher, and choreographer dedicated to helping people reconnect with their bodies through play, presence, and creative movement. As a current student in the Aloft Circus Arts professional training program, Maya blends technical aerial skill with a deep interest in embodiment and somatic practice.

She recently choreographed her first student showcase piece, an experience that strengthened her belief that circus is more than tricks — it’s an invitation to explore trust, courage, and self-expression in community.

In her classes, Maya brings warmth, creativity, and a trauma-informed and inclusive perspective, drawing on her experience with soft acrobatics, beginner tumbling, partner acro, and active flexibility. Her teaching is rooted in the idea that play is the opposite of trauma — when we soften, ground, and move with curiosity, we remember our bodies are a safe place to come home to.

Through Somatic Circus Play, Maya creates space for students to laugh, release, and strengthen together — building not just physical skills but resilience, connection, and delight in their own bodies.

This workshop is for ages 18+