About Us

Aerialates was born of out of the joy of movement. Founder Elizabeth Skwiot fell in love with circus training at age 23 when she first stepped off a flying trapeze platform at a circus school. Circus training brought back the joy in movement she had as a child, but had slowly lost touch with in adult life. Combining her experience in Pilates and competitive fitness, Elizabeth set out to create a workout that was not only effective, but something to look forward to – a workout that was more than just another chore.

Dr. Skwiot’s credentials include:

• Trainer for VIP clients
• Developed Aerialates training programs
• Co-invented patented adjustable trapeze
• Coached and lead seminars at numerous gyms/studios, including Circus Center of SF
• Instructor for Wellbeats, pioneer in digital fitness
• Featured in local & national media for hybrid modalities blending circus arts & fitness