Welcome to 3Sixty
Your aerial adventure starts here!
3Sixty Aerial Arts is Ottawa’s hub for training in a variety of Aerial Circus Arts, including silks, hoop, hammock, trapeze, tumbling and acrobatics!
We welcome students of all ages and abilities to experience the thrill of the circus arts and FLY with 3Sixty. Our team strives to facilitate a supportive and engaging environment where diverse, active and creative individuals can find their niche. 3Sixty’s progression-based learning curriculum is the educational foundation for safe and accessible programming for all.
Our showcases offer a platform for students to demonstrate their skills, in studio and in theatre. Our performances and shows are more than just events—they’re opportunities to support meaningful community charities such as Kind Space, an 2SLGBTQIA+ Community Centre in Ottawa, and Autism Ontario.
Our Studio
3Sixty Dance and Fitness was established in 2009. We celebrated 15 years of excellence in 2024 as Ottawa’s longest-running pole and aerial studio. Expanding to serve our ever-growing community, we are excited to open 3Sixty Aerial Arts – Ottawa’s brand new facility dedicated to all ages, family-focused programs in Aerial Circus Arts. Located in Ottawa Central-West, this new space provides our current and future community members room to grow and experience the thrill of Aerial Arts.
3Sixty Aerial Arts facility features:
Twelve (12) engineered and load-rated rigging points
Foam carpet-topped gymnastic spring floor for absorptive landings in tumbling and floorwork
Full height crash and landing mats for safe training of progressions
18 foot high ceilings with pulley system for fully adjustable equipment heights
2 washrooms
Lobby entrance and family waiting area
Free parking
Windows
A/C
Accessibility: Our facility is at ground level, however there is a curb outside the front door and there is a 4 inch step up onto the sprung floor. Our washrooms are not wheelchair accessible.
Our Team
The 3Sixty Team is a highly trained, talented and passionate group. We strive to facilitate a supportive and engaging environment where students thrive. We believe in fostering an atmosphere of safety and trust where students can find their confidence and reach their goals.
I have over 35 years experience in pole fitness, aerial hoop, aerial silks, aerial hammock, gymnastics, and a variety of types of dance. I’m passionate about sharing a welcoming, safe, space where new students get to explore and experience just what their bodies can achieve as they learn to trust themselves.
Kea started pole dancing in 2017, which wasn’t a surprise since she’s always liked climbing things – when she was a kid she’d be found constantly climbing trees, bridges and even some buildings. Kea was a competitive gymnast as a teenager and found pole and aerials to fill the void she felt after leaving gymnastics.
Growing up a dancer, I have always loved expressing myself through movement. With over 14 years of experience in styles such as contemporary, lyrical, ballet, and jazz, I have cultivated a deep appreciation for the athleticism and artistry inherent in dance. This drew me to aerials where I found the same qualities, but in the air.
I have been training with 3Sixty since 2015. Pole and hoop are my absolute favourite ways to workout. I find aerials to be a perfect blend of exercise, problem solving, and creativity, as well as a great place to make new friends.
I started pole and aerials in 2018, and work in the community as an Occupational and Physical Therapist Assistant (OTA/PTA)! Join me in class, and we’ll have a bunch of fun and get a great workout at the same time! I am not a naturally flexible person – I want to show you how we can build skills with progressions for EVERY body. You’ll build strength and flexibility in each class.
I have 3 years experience in pole and aerial hoop, in addition to 7 years teaching experience as a personal trainer and Middle Eastern & Bollywood dance instructor. I look forward to sharing my passion with all students, exploring movement and expression through dance. My training and background instilled a dedication to creating a psychologically and physically safe and inclusive space for all the learners of diverse background that I work with, including Indigenous, First Generation, visible minorities, learners with disabilities, as well as other marginalized group of learners and vulnerable population.
I discovered pole in 2018, and have been teaching for 3 years. I started on a whim during medical school, and quickly fell in love with pole, aerial straps, and hoop! I’ve taught all over Canada – Alberta, Nova Scotia, and Ontario throughout my journey in school.Our Policies
We are dedicated to providing a safe, enjoyable, and professional environment for all our students, families, and staff. To ensure a smooth and positive experience, we have established a set of policies and guidelines that cover various aspects of our operations.
3Sixty believes in clear communication and established policies built on mutual respect and consistency. We encourage you to review these policies carefully to fully understand our practices and expectations. If you have any questions or need further clarification, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us directly.
• Register online, via our app, or in studio to create an account and sign up.
To get started:
Step 1: Sign Up or Login to Wellness Living with a parent account
Step 2: “Add a Family Member” to add your child to your account.
Step 3: Tap the profile icon in the top right corner to switch to your child’s profile
Step 4: Visit the Events page to select their class, such as Youth Mixed Aerials 1 or Tiny Tots
Step 5: Follow the prompts to complete your Cart
• All new students and guests must sign a waiver prior to participation in classes, parties, workshops, or other events.
• If this is your first time attending a class or event, please arrive at least 10 minutes prior to the start of class to fill out the necessary paperwork if you have not completed your account online.
• We kindly request that guardians inform 3Sixty via email of any allergies, medical conditions, medication, injuries, physical/behavioural/mental disabilities or diagnoses. Our Team is happy to discuss reasonable accommodations for physical and learning differences in order to facilitate a positive environment for all individuals.
• Account balances must be paid upon arrival at the studio. We accept cash, debit, credit: Mastercard and Visa, but not American Express or cheque
• Returning Families: Advance registration option is offered for those re-enrolling in the following session.
• Sibling Discount: Siblings receive 10% off when registering 2 or more siblings in the same calendar session. Please contact our admin team at [email protected] to have the discount added.
• Late Registration: Late registration is permitted where class spaces are available. Please contact our admin team at [email protected] for prorated registration.
• Funding Assistance: 3Sixty is happy to work with families applying funding from programs such as JumpStart, KidSport, or others. Please email for assistance in processing your registration.
• Multi-Class Discount: 1st Class: 100% fee; 2nd Class: 10% discount; 3rd (or more) Class: 20% discount on each additional class; Discount only applies to additional classes in the same calendar session. Please contact our admin team at [email protected] to have the discount applied to additional classes.
• All new students and guests must sign a waiver prior to participation in classes, parties, workshops, or other events.
• Waiver must be accepted online during the registration process.
• Party guests are provided the waiver in advance and must provide an electronic (email) or hard copy (paper) prior to joining party activities.
• If this is your first time attending a class or event, please arrive at least 10 minutes prior to the start of class to fill out the necessary paperwork if you have not completed your account online.
• Waiver includes media release. At the midway point of each session, students are offered a mini picture day to capture photos to share with their registered guardian via email. 3Sixty may shoot photos and videos of individual or class activities for both reference and promotional purposes. By participating in activities at 3Sixty, students may appear in, or in the background of, such media.
• Limited Release. If you or your child do not want to appear in our online social media promotional photos/videos please inform office via email and include name. A flag will be placed on your child’s account to inform their instructors of your preferences.
• We kindly request that guardians inform 3Sixty via email of any allergies, medical conditions/concerns, medication, injuries, physical/behavioural/mental disabilities or diagnoses, including pregnancy. Our Team is happy to discuss reasonable accommodations for physical and learning differences in order to facilitate a safe and positive environment for all individuals.
• When booking a class/session, a student is committing to attend for that specific time slot.
• We reserve the right to cancel a class/session due to insufficient registrations, weather, emergency, or other rare circumstances.
• Cancellation by 3Sixty: Classes cancelled by 3Sixty will be credited back to your account or a make-up class option will be scheduled.
• Medical Exemption: Credits/Refunds may be granted for medical reasons; however, a medical note must be provided.
• Transfer: Transfer to another scheduled class within the same session is permitted as long as there is available space in the class.
• Withdrawal Deadline: Full refund minus administration fee if a session is withdrawn 7 days before the start of the class. Deadline to withdraw is one day after the first class, if class is dropped after the first class, the refund is prorated for the class attended and a $30 administration fee. After this time, no refund will be granted.
• 3Sixty reserves the right to terminate a student in its sole discretion. Within 5 business days upon such termination, 3Sixty shall repay any unused fees on a pro rata basis. Further, 3Sixty may also terminate a student in its sole discretion without the need to repay any unused fees, if due to a violation of Studio Policies.
• When booking each individual class, a student is committing to attend for that specific time slot. Please note that we have an 8 hour Late Cancellation Window in effect. If you do not cancel prior to our Late Cancellation Window, your account allotment/pass will be applied in addition to the No Show/Late Cancel charge. There are no refunds.
• We reserve the right to cancel a class due to insufficient registrations. There are no cancellation/refunds on memberships/class passes.
• Holds on memberships may be granted for medical reasons; however, a medical note must be provided to confirm the need for the hold.
• Holds on memberships may be granted for non-medical reasons at the discretion of 3Sixty, subject to an administrative fee of $25.00.
• Holds may be applied for a minimum of one (1) month up to a maximum of six (6) months
• Cancellations within the “Late Cancel Window” prior to class will carry a late cancellation fee of $5.00 and will count against monthly membership allotment or drop-in pass.
• Reservations made for classes in studio that are not attended will carry a “No Show” fee of $10.00 and will count against monthly membership allotment or drop-in pass.
• 3Sixty reserves the right to terminate membership agreements in its sole discretion. Within 5 business days upon such termination, 3Sixty shall repay any unused membership fees on a pro rata basis. Further, 3Sixty may also terminate this membership agreements in its sole discretion without the need to repay any unused membership fees, if due to a violation of Studio Policies.
• When booking a kids party, payment is due in full. Your reservation books instructor and studio time, and reserves this time for your group, preventing others from booking this time.
• A party may be rescheduled with no additional fee once (1 time) with minimum 7-day notice (subject to availability).
• A party rescheduled with less than 7-day notice (subject to availability) will be subject to a $30 administration fee as well as instructor fees.
Workshops/Gift Certificates/Merchandise/Other Purchases
• All sales are final.
• During winter months, classes may be cancelled in cases of Anticipated Daytime Accumulation of 10+ cm SNOW or 5+ mm ICE.
• Class cancellations are announced PRIOR to the Late Cancel Window (a minimum of 8 hours prior to class), via our WellnessLiving booking system, as well as on social media pages.
• If classes are cancelled due to Inclement Weather by 3Sixty, classes will be credited back to your account or a make-up class option will be scheduled. Drop-In passes/Memberships are unaffected and the class allotment will be credited back to your account.
• At 3Sixty, our priority is to provide a safe, welcoming, positive community environment for every student. 3Sixty’s doors are open to all residents of Ottawa seeking a place to practice the aerials arts as a student.
• At 3Sixty Dance & Fitness we strongly advocate a supportive, inclusive, positive and non-competitive environment. Our instructors and students create a tight-knit community where all ages, shapes, sizes, gender, and fitness levels feel welcome.
• We do not tolerate incivility, bullying, and violence; as such acts of aggression towards staff, students or anyone else – be they verbal or physical – are entirely unacceptable.
• If there is ever a concern that needs extra attention, our owners are passionate about the well-being of each of our members, and are happy to hear your concerns. Your privacy and confidentiality in all matters will always be respected.
• At 3Sixty we are safety-focused. All participants and guardians must respect the inherent risks associated with aerials and training at height.
• If you have any injuries (past or current), concerns or contraindications, talk to the instructor before class. This way, the instructor can recommend variations or alternatives to allow you to reap the benefits without unnecessary strain. Speak up if something doesn’t feel right.
• Participants must follow instructor directions and facility safety rules. Participants who are unable to respect the safety of themselves, the group, their instructor or in general, may be asked to sit out or alternative programming may be offered if available.
• Our instructors are trained in spotting technique to safely guide students through instructional skills. By participating in 3Sixty programs, the guardian and minor consent to spotting. Please note that if an individual is uncomfortable with hands-on spotting and declines a spot, the instructor may decline to offer specific skills for which a spot is deemed required for safety purposes. Alternative skills or regressions may be offered.
• Class Safety Rules
- Follow the Dress Code.
- Feet on the floor while the instructor is demonstrating.
- One person per mat, unless the instructor is specifically offering doubles skills.
- Do not walk across mats or below an individual in the air.
- Do not walk on mats during rigging.
- No climbing higher than instructed/approved.
- Always dismount in a controlled manner.
- Leave the apparatus hanging, not swinging/spinning.
- If you get tangled/stuck, ask for help in your outdoor voice (loudly!).
- Instructor has the final say on participation. Any potential injury, concussion event, or other issue the instructor deems sufficient may ground the student for the remainder of the class.
Our FAQ’s
Welcome to our FAQ section! We’ve compiled answers to some of the most common questions we receive to help you navigate 3Sixty with ease. If you don’t find the information you’re looking for here, please feel free to reach out to us directly.
• All classes are closed unless specifically stated, and a waiting area outside of the class is available for parents/guardians to wait.
• Pets, significant others, observers, parents, grandparents, children, etc are not permitted in the class space, only participants. Service animals are welcome.
• Guardians, grandparents and family are welcome to attend on Family Viewing Day. The registered parent will receive an email with date(s).
• Friends are welcome to join on Bring a Friend Day or with a Bring A Friend pass. The registered parent will receive an email with date(s).
• Specific to parties, participants are permitted to attend as observers but all attendees, whether partaking in activities or not, count toward the total number of participants.
• Absolutely! Feel free to document your progress and show off your skills! You are welcome to post on social media and we would love it if you tag 3Sixty.
• Use of devices are permitted in Adult classes only.
• Guardians, grandparents and family are welcome to capture photos and/or videos when they attend on Family Viewing Day.
• Photos/Videos may not include 3Sixty instruction, course curriculum or intellectual property. 3Sixty’s Material is proprietary to 3Sixty and may not be disseminated without 3Sixty’s prior written consent.
• Photo/Videos may not include your classmates without their express consent. Please be understanding that some classmates may not be comfortable with their image being shared publicly.
• The 3Sixty closed Facebook group is a private place for our community of students to share, discuss and uplift each other. Students may post to this private group, but not publicly, so remember that seeing posts in the group does not provide implied consent to post images of others publicly.
• 3Sixty often shoots photos and videos of individual or class activities for both reference and promotional purposes. By participating in activities at 3Sixty, students may appear in, or in the background of, such media. 3Sixty retains exclusive rights to all media produced by 3Sixty, unless specifically stated. The studio reserves the right to share class videos on social media and repost student content.
• We would love for you come in, tour the studio, and try your first class with 3Sixty Aerial Arts! We know trying something new can be scary, and we are happy to help you take a first step. At 3Sixty we welcome all ages and levels of fitness, you are sure to have a fun workout!
• Register online, via our app, or in studio to create an account and sign up.
To get started:
Step 1: Sign Up or Login to Wellness Living with a parent account
Step 2: “Add a Family Member” to add your child to your account.
Step 3: Visit our Family Programs or Class Schedule to determine the class of interest
Step 4: Call or Email our admin team to sign up for a Drop-In. Drop-In for session-based Family Programs are $30+HST and are available for sessions which have class capacity.
• Finding it tricky? Our supportive team is here to assist you from the start! Call or email and we will provide assistance in completing your registration and/or reservation.
• Wear form-fitting fitness attire, avoid loose or baggy clothing which can get caught in the apparatus or present a spotting hazard. NO crop tops.
• We recommend a unitard and t-shirt OR a leotard/biketard and leggings and t-shirt.
• Wear leggings to cover the knees, long tops which cover the armpits/underarm, and secure tops to cover the midriff. No zippers, metal, or objects which can tear the fabric.
• Long hair tied back.
• Leave all jewelry, rings, watches, etc. at home. These items can gouge your skin as well as cause damage to our equipment and the item itself.
• Avoid hand and body oils/lotions on the day of class as they can affect your grip.
• Bring your own water bottle.
• Bring your own grip aids.
• Leave devices and valuables at home.
• Store your belongings (coats, bags, etc.) in the cubbies to keep studios free of clutter.
• Wear form-fitting fitness attire, avoid loose or baggy clothing which can get caught in the apparatus or present a spotting hazard.
• Wear leggings and long tops which cover the armpits/underarm. No zippers, metal, or objects which can tear the fabric.
• Long hair tied back.
• Leave all jewelry, rings, watches, etc. at home. These items can gouge your skin as well as cause damage to our equipment and the item itself.
• Avoid hand and body oils/lotions on the day of class as they can affect your grip.
• Bring your own water bottle.
• Bring your own grip aids.
• Silence cell phones and electronic devices to avoid disrupting your fellow students.
• Store your belongings (coats, bags, etc.) in the cubbies to keep studios free of clutter. Small valuables (purses, phones, etc.) can be brought into class and stored along the outer wall.
• Our adult classes are open to all members, and as a member, you can attend as many or as few classes in a week of the level you are at. This allows you to work around your own schedule and goals!
• How fast you progress is up to you! You may decide to attend multiple classes in a week to maximize your progress or you may wish to attend sporadically for fun using a drop-in pass. You can go at your own speed.
• The average pace for all ages and levels is 1 to 2 years at each level. There will be variation for each individual.
• Be on time – Instructors are teaching a class, and admins may be away from the desk. Their time to help you set up equipment is in between classes. If you choose to arrive late, you are choosing to use the space as set up.
• Ask for Help – The ladder and rigging systems can only be used by staff. Please kindly ask your admin or an instructor between classes for assistance with rigging.
• Be considerate and share the space – Aerialists may need to share rigging points. Be considerate and communicate with your neighbours about what space they need.
• Be respectful of other students – Use headphones, take turns with the stereo, share the space, and make sure everyone can get the most out of the their time.
• Remember photo and video policies – This is a great time to capture photos and videos to share! However, please be understanding that some classmates may not be comfortable with their image being shared publicly.
• Clean up after yourself – Please return equipment used, including braiding silks and hanging them up.
• This time is for practice, not for teaching – We encourage you to work on things you have already learned in class, at your current level. This is not the time to instruct others. Please contact us to rent the studio if you wish to run a class, or book a private lesson.
• Registration for adult classes is through our sister studio, 3Sixty Dance & Fitness to provide adults access to classes at all 3Sixty locations.
• Please visit the 3Sixty Dance & Fitness website for full details on programs, pricing, FAQs, and more.
• Classes are limited to a certain number of participants based on the class type and room. For that reason, all class reservations must be booked through our app or online (through WellnessLiving).
• The booking window for our classes is 14 days. This means that booking for a class is only available within that window. For example, at noon on January 1st booking is open until noon on January 15th.
• Classes may be booked at first glance, but we highly encourage students to check the schedule regularly and be sure to join class wait-lists, as students move off the wait-lists quite regularly.
• 3Sixty operates on Fall-Winter and Summer Schedules. Our Schedule Policy is such that it will remain consistent from September-June and June-August. We hope this policy will allow you to plan ahead and rely on 3Sixty to have consistent classes throughout your membership! Any changes made during these periods will only be considered based on significant demand and clear communication with all members.
• We want you to have a wonderful, positive experience so please show up for your appointment on time. We often have several back-to-back bookings. Please know that each booking has a designated time slot and once that time is up, you will need to leave the studio.
• If you arrive late to your booking, you will be missing out on your time. We are unable to delay or add time to your booking. Allow plenty of time to commute and park so you get the most out of your time. Calling to let us know you are running late does not change this policy.
• Pictures are permitted and encouraged. Remember to tag us!
• If you think you are ready to move up a level please consult with your instructor. We require an instructor recommendation for all level changes.
• Progress reports are offered at the end of each session in the Family Programs. These will help guide each student on their skills achieved and next progressions.
• Keep in mind that you are always welcome to continue attending classes of lower levels than you are training. For instance, if you move up to an intermediate level to challenge yourself, you can still attend beginner level classes to perfect those moves on both sides!
• At 3Sixty we strongly advocate a supportive, inclusive, positive and non-competitive environment. Our instructors and students create a tight-knit community where all ages, shapes, sizes, gender, orientation and fitness levels feel welcome.
• If you are feeling shy, you can always contact us or your instructor and we will do our best to aid you one-on-one.
• In the event that you would prefer to attend classes privately, please contact us regarding private lessons.
• “Dress Up” weeks are scheduled throughout the year and offer a unique opportunity to have fun with holidays such as Halloween or Christmas. Please attend dressed with the safety of your apparatus in mind.
• Participation is optional; students can always attend classes in their regular fitness attire. These events are all in fun and meant to inspire community within our studio family.
• All instructor-led classes start with a warm-up specifically designed to condition your body, followed by moves/tricks/transitions/routines as per the course material, finishing with a stretching routine.
• The warm-ups and exercises in each class/level are designed to build your strength and flexibility to attain the moves you are so eager to learn.
• Late arrivals may not be permitted. Students arriving after the warm-up is underway may be asked to warm up separately on the side. This is both for your safety and to minimize disruption to the other participants.
• While first attempting any climbing or inversions, an instructor must be present to spot you.
• Be respectful and courteous to your instructor. They are a trained professional in their field of dance/fitness. Remember that you are sharing the instructor and the class with other students. Do not monopolize the instructor’s time. They will make their rounds and visit/troubleshoot everyone.
• If you are attending an instructor led class you must follow the course material for that class. A beginner class is not the time to practice your intermediate/advanced moves.
• While we appreciate sharing tips and tricks that work for different bodies, please do not attempt to instruct or spot your fellow students in current or new movements. Our instructors are trained professionals in their form of dance/fitness, and it is for everyone’s safety that this rule is respected.
• Classes are back-to-back. Please use the final five minutes of the hour to gather your belongings and allow a smooth transition to the next class.
• At 3Sixty we welcome students of all ages, shapes, colours, sizes, genders, orientations and fitness levels.
• Family programs are available from Parent and Babe to ages 17.
• Adult aerial classes are reserved for students ages 14+. Teens are welcome to join either teen or adult classes at this age.
• Parent/guardian approval is required for participants under the age of 18.
