Hudson Valley Circus Arts

Hudson Valley Circus Arts is a dance studio in Kingston, NY, offering aerial classes for adults and teens, private coaching, and professional entertainment through aerial arts, hula hoop, and fire performance. The studio fosters a community-oriented, playful, and safe environment where students of all levels, beginners to dedicated athletes, can explore fitness, expressive movement, and creative expression. Classes are available on a rolling registration basis, allowing new students to join at any time. With a 5.00 rating and positive reviews, the studio is known for its inclusive, supportive approach to physical learning and personal growth.

Founded by Alisha Mai McNamara, who began training in aerial arts in 2009, Hudson Valley Circus Arts emphasizes a progressive, inquiry-based method to help students develop safe, individualized movement practices. McNamara, a registered yoga teacher with six years of teaching experience, combines her background in yoga and flexibility training with her expertise in aerial fabric, rope, lyra, and hand balancing to create accessible, effective instruction. Her passion lies in guiding students to achieve what once seemed impossible, whether through performance training or personal fitness goals. The studio also supports youth development and offers fire performance training for those interested in professional entertainment.

Located on Ulster Avenue, the studio sits just a short distance from the VA Kingston Outpatient Clinic and Nuvance Health - GoHealth Urgent Care, with the Hudson Valley Mall and Tech City Soccer Fields nearby. Its placement on a main road in Kingston places it within easy reach of local residents seeking fitness, performance, and creative expression opportunities.

The studio’s reputation for excellence is reflected in its perfect 5.00 rating and consistent positive feedback from students and event organizers alike. It stands out as a trusted provider of circus arts education and entertainment in the Hudson Valley region, combining physical wellness with artistic expression. Hudson Valley Circus Arts is a vital part of Kingston’s active and creative community, where fitness meets joy and movement becomes transformation.