Carmen Curtis

Experience

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  UCLA

  Aug 1994 - Jun 1999

  Scholarship National Champion Team Athlete

  National Champion Team Gymnast.Bachelors of Arts Degree: Sociology major, minor in Higher Education and specialization in Theatre.Teaching Assistant for Edward Chip Anderson.Tutor for student-athletes.

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  De La Guarda

  Jan 2000 - Nov 2003

  Performer/Captain of the show Villa Villa

  Performer and captain for the amazing harness flying and vertical dance show Villa Villa in NYC, Las Vegas and Korea.

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  AiRealistic

  Apr 2003 - Jan 2018

  Co-founder

  International rigging and aerial production company creating site specific shows all over the world. Working with clients like Cirque Du Soleil, Red Bull, China Olympics and LA Philharmonic.

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  Dragone

  Jan 2004 - Aug 2009

  Research Development for Le Reve, performer and dance captain

  Research and development team for Le Reve and Performer and dance captain.

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  Wynn Las Vegas

  Jan 2004 - Aug 2009

  Le Reve Performer/Dance Captain

  A part of the research, development and creation of acts in the successful Las Vegas Spectacular, Le Reve. The show was directed by Franco Dragone, who also created the landmark productions for Cirque du Soleil: Quidam, O, Saltimbanco, and Mystere. In addition to creating the numbers, perform the lead role as the dreamer. Dance captain and liason to the performers and the Wynn management.

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  AIReal Yoga™

  Jan 2010 - now

  AIReal Yoga™ is the first aerial yoga teacher training brand recognized by the Yoga Alliance! AIReal yoga offers in person and online classes and teacher trainings, workshops, retreats, studio licensing, installation and the safest aerial hammocks and gear on the market. Founded and created by Carmen Curtis, aerial yoga visionary, professional Cirque performer, expert yoga instructor with over 25 years experience, and elite performance coach. Learn more: www.Airealyoga.com Follow on Instagram: @airealyogaReach out: info@airealyoga.com Show less

  • Founder

    Mar 2010 - now

  • Creator and Founder of AIReal Yoga

    Jan 2010 - now

  • Founder

    Jan 2010 - now
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  The Aerial Studio

  Oct 2010 - now

  The Aerial Studio is a modern Cirque school and production company in Ventura, CA.Offering classes for all ages and levels in the aerial arts, circus, AIReal Yoga™, dance, performance, fitness and acrobatics. Founded and created by world-class gymnasts, professional Cirque performers and elite performance coaches Carmen and Gregg Curtis.The Aerial Studio upholds the highest standards in safety in the aerial arts, with time tested teaching curriculum, professional aerial performance program, certified teachers, and a safe non-competitive community environment. Offerings: *aerial teacher trainings and AIReal Yoga™ teacher training certifications*events, parties, performances*show, productions, choreography, directing*team building*private lessons and mentorships *rigging consultations, installations*aerial gear, hammocks, silks Learn more: www.theaerialstudio.net Follow of Instagram @theaerialstudioReach out: info@theaerialstudio.net Show less

  • Business Owner

    Mar 2012 - now

  • Owner

    Oct 2010 - now
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  Beyond Dance on MTV

  Jun 2014 - Jan 2015

  Aerial and Harness Expert

  Professional aerialist and harness expert on Beyond Dance a reality show on MTV. Teaching dancers extreme forms of dance with Rich and Tone Talaluega.

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  Wanderlust

  Jun 2015 - May 2022

  Presenter and AIReal Yoga™ Teacher

  Carmen Curtis was a lead presenter with Wanderlust LLC, teaching AIReal Yoga™ at large scale events and summer festivals across the United States and Canada. AIReal Yoga™ partnered and collaborated with Wanderlust as their exclusive aerial yoga brand. AIReal Yoga created curated classes, programming and experiences for events with up to 8000 participants. Trained teachers to teach and represent AIReal Yoga brand at large scale events and host classes and teacher trainings at partnership studios. Show less

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  Beyonce's Formation world tour

  Feb 2016 - Nov 2016

  Aerial Choreographer

  Aerial creation and choreography, trained Beyonce' and her dancers in harness, aerial dance and AIReal Yoga™.