:: Student Journals ::

Kyra Nipson, Age 14 - Boston, Massachusetts

"I came to Pendulum not knowing much about aerial dance. Pendulum gave me the chance to explore a new art form... the teachers were all very supportive and I loved getting the chance to try something that was completely new to me."

Holly Kupetz, Age 17 - Bend, Oregon

"Over the past two weeks at Pendulum I have learned many different and wonderful things to add to my abilities from the instructors... I enjoyed working with Suzie and this terrific program."

Elan Cassandra Duensing, Age 17 - Gainesville, Florida

"The past two weeks have been amazing. and intense, and painful, and fulfilling. When I arrived here on the first day, I was a dancer with minimal arm strength and even less aerial experience. I've gained so much..."

Keenan Molner, Age 14 - Bend, Oregon

"Overall, the experience was great, and I learned a lot. I hope to come back next year."

Trevor Buck (Pendulum Flyer), Age 16 - Woodland, Washington

"This year at camp I learned a bunch of new drops, and had a great opportunity with the character class. It was an all-around great experience that I wouldn't trade for anything."

Lia Dawley (Pendulum Flyer), Age 17 - Portland, Oregon

"I've really enjoyed working in the silks with two very different guest artists... I am enjoying and benefiting from the newer, younger artists and dancers."  

Jennifer Hargis (Flyer Apprentice), Age 17 - Clackamas, Oregon

"I have really enjoyed these last two weeks. I have worked so hard and learned so much! I am really tired, but it was worth it all."

Alysia Colón (Flyer Apprentice), Age 16 - Portland, Oregon

"[The guest artists'] choreography, strength training and artistry was amazing and a great help...

I loved that everyone was so friendly and wonderful to each other, and worked together throughout the intensive."

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