NEW Scheduling Software Info

NEW Scheduling Software Info

Thank you all for your patience with switching over to our new scheduling software! Now that we’ve been using it for a couple of weeks, and worked out most of the bugs, we wanted to notify you about a few minor changes with scheduling and/or canceling your class or open gym reservations.

When you cancel a class

When you cancel a class – Please note that in the new system, you will NOT be prompted to reschedule your class. You can simply cancel it instead. When you give more than 12 hours notice, your account will be credited. Credit will be returned to your punch card, or if you paid for a drop-in, you will see a credit in your profile for $26 (for a class) or $12 (for open gym) which can be applied to a new reservation. If you cancel a class within 12 hours of the class start time, you forfeit your credit.

When we cancel a class

When we cancel a class due to low enrollment or for any reason – you will be notified via email. Please check that you are receiving our emails from both the studio and StudioTrack.io (our scheduling app). Add us as a contact in your address book so our emails don’t go into your spam folder. Emails will be our official form of communication about class cancellations – it is your responsibility to stay on top of reading these!

If you have the StudioTrack app, and have notifications turned on, then you will get class cancellation notifications in the app.

The StudioTrack scheduling app is currently only available on iPhones. The Android app is in development and will be coming soon!

Punch Cards

Please note punch cards have an expiration date. If you can’t use your punch card credits within the allotted time, we suggest purchasing drop-in classes instead. We do not give refunds.

If you are still noticing some bugs in StudioTrack, please let us know by sending us a screenshot (or screen record) of what you’re experiencing and include what platform you’re on i.e. laptop or phone, iphone or android, app or web browser.

As always, if you have questions please email the studio at

Hello@StompingGroundStudio.org

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September 2026 Monthly Newsletter

September 2026 News and Events

2026 September News and Events! We have reached the end of summer. The air will soon get cooler and the days shorter. Join us for class to keep your end-of-summer-blues at bay!

Read below about our 2026 September News and Events! We have a new scheduling system that we are so excited to launch. You’ll need to make an account to register for future classes starting now!

And we have released our fall Performance Prep classes!

NEW Scheduling System – IMPORTANT; PLEASE READ!

We are so excited to announce we have officially launched our new scheduling software! If you have signed up for classes with us in the past, you should have received an email inviting you to create a login and profile in our new scheduling system. Please let us know if you missed this or need help.

A few things to note:

  • Starting Sept 1st, we will be fully using StudioTrack for all scheduling!
  • We are working on getting all class packs and memberships transferred from the old scheduling system into the new system. Please let us know if we missed anything!
  • You will be prompted to sign a new waiver and fill out any necessary forms.
  • If you have a training membership with us, we will reach out directly to get you set up.
  • There is an app for iphones which can be found in the app store. The android app is still being developed and will be launched within the next couple of weeks. If you’re an android user, you can still use the StudioTrack software on a web browser.
  • Our cancellation policy remains the same. You can find this on our website or on the footer of the scheduling page.
  • We appreciate your patience as we make this huge transition!
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Fall Showcase & Performance Prep

Performance Prep Classes
Prep series class session starts on Thursday, Sept 17th

  • Thursdays at 3:15pm with Kristen – All Apparatus
  • Thursdays at 7pm with Lynn – All Apparatus
  • Saturdays at 10:45am with Staaj – Youth Group
  • Sundays at 10:30am with Lynn – All Apparatus
  • Mondays at 5:45pm with Jenn – Trapeze/Lyra/Flying Pole
  • Mondays at 7pm with Kristen – All Apparatus
  • Wednesdays at 5:45pm with Staaj – All Apparatus
  • Wednesdays at 7pm with Anja – All Apparatus
    *You can receive one makeup in an Open Gym if you can’t make all six classes.
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More Youth Programming!

We’ve expanded our youth class schedule and offer several weekly classes and a performance prep class for youth!

Performance Prep Class for Youth
  • Youth Group Performance Prep with Staaj – Saturdays at 10:45am *starts on Sept 19th.
  • This class will meet weekly, for six weeks, to work on creating/choreographing a group aerial piece! Dress rehearsal is at 6pm on Thursday, October 29th, and our Fall show is at 2pm on Saturday, October 31st, 2026.
  • Some aerial experience is required.
Ongoing Weekly Youth Classes
  • Youth Aerial (Ages 6-10) with Josie – Sundays at 3:45pm
  • Youth Beginner Silks (11 -15 years old) with Staaj – Sundays at 3:45pm
  • Youth Aerial (Ages 8 – 12) with Josie on Tuesdays at 4:30pm
  • Youth Level Up Silks (Ages 10 – 16) with Valerie on Wednesdays at 4:30pm
  • Youth Mixed Level Lyra (Ages 10 – 16) with Valerie on Thursdays at 5:45pm
  • Youth Intermediate Silks (Ages 12-16) with Staaj – Saturdays at 10:45am – please note this class on pause until after showcase and will resume in November
  • 5-Week Series: Youth Contortion (Ages 12 – 16) with Gunnar – Fridays at 4:30pm
Youth Classes!

Upcoming Event – Performance Opportunity

We are going to be setting the rig up in Northfield, MN for their Fall Festival at the Riverwalk Market. We will be performing during the outdoor festival on Saturday, October 10th from 9am – 1pm.

If you are interested in joining us please email the studio.

 

2025 Summer Camp Registration is Open

2025 Youth Summer Camp Registration is open!

2025 Youth Summer Camp

2025 Youth Summer Camp registration is open! There are 2 different camps for different age groups. Each session is 5 days running from 9am – 3pm and costs $290. Make sure to read about both below!

2025 Youth Summer Camp Ages 5-9
Session 1: June 16 – 20

Session 2: July 7 – 11
This is an opportunity for kids ages 5-9 to spend a week in the air exploring movement, strength, and creative expression, plus having lots of fun! Each week we will sample a variety of aerial and floor techniques, play games, and learn age appropriate ways to keep our bodies safe and strong. Perfect for total beginners or kids with previous aerial experience alike.

*Snacks and lunches will need to be packed and brought from home. We have a water bottle filling station so students should bring a re-usable water bottle.

*New* Young Performers Camp for Ages 10 -15
Session 1: June 23 – 27
Session 2: July 14 – 18

This year our older youth camps will focus on artistry, performance, and the skill of developing a circus act! Students will spend the week training on chosen apparatuses as well as finding their creative voice through improv, exploration, and collaborative movement exercises. As a group we will learn to expand beyond memorizing specific “tricks” and into the exciting world of using circus arts as a tool for self expression. The week will culminate in a small showcase for parents where students will have the opportunity to perform solo and/or as part of a group act.

*Snacks and lunches will need to be packed and brought from home. We have a water bottle filling station so students should bring a re-usable water bottle.

Check out 2025 Youth Camp Information here!

Register for 2025 Youth Camp here!

 

WCCO-TV Interview with Sherry and Lynn

Sherry Walling and Lynn Lunny talk about healing heartache through movement specifically through circus arts during their interview today with WCCO/CBS News.

Dr. Sherry Walling is a psychologist, author and aerial arts performer. Lynn Lunny is a circus arts performer and teacher. Both women tragically lost their brothers to suicide, and it was movement that helped them cope and manage their grief. During Mental Health Awareness month, they share their personal stories about how they found their outlet to heal.

If you’re interested in exploring and healing your own heartache through aerial movement, check out Circus for the Broken-Hearted workshop happening Sunday, June 4, 2023 at Stomping Ground Studio. No aerial experience required.

Sherry standing in background as Lynn holds a handstand with staggered legs on her handstand bench at a live interview with WCCO-TV
Touching Two Worlds: How circus arts and movement can help people cope with mental illness

Private Parties & Events

Private group parties are the best way to celebrate your special time! Get your group together and schedule a private birthday or bachelorette party, or whatever else you’re celebrating!

Click here to fill out a brief questionnaire about your event. We’ll then check our books, and get back to you about scheduling as soon as we can! We usually have availability on Friday evenings and Saturdays mornings or afternoons. Please note that private events are scheduled around weekly classes. Click here to see the weekly class schedule.

Aerial arts studio showing tall ceiling and multiple apparatuses in us including a long haired person inverted on a trapeze, two people on blue slings, one person on straps, with a couple others in the background.
Celebrate with us!