PROXIMAL · An Introduction to Aerial Theory

Make the movement
make sense.

A visual companion to your aerial practice. Explore how the body moves, with the pelvis as your point of reference.

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PROXIMAL: An Introduction to Aerial Theory by Dara Minkin — book cover
By Dara Minkin · Aerial Design
242 pagesA reference to return to
10 progressionsMovement theory in practice
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Look beyond the sequence

Understand what connects
one movement to the next.

01 / A point of reference

See the mechanics.

Explore the relationship between pelvic position, body shape and movement through the air.

02 / A visual approach

Study the progression.

Use photographs, illustrations and written explanations to examine a movement at your own pace.

03 / Alongside your training

Return with questions.

Revisit the concepts between sessions and bring clearer questions to your qualified instructor.

Inside the book

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See the photographs, explanations and visual cues in this sample spread.
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Sample pages 50–51: Front Beat, with goals, written explanations, movement photographs and common mistakes
Sample from PROXIMAL · pages 50–51
For study alongside qualified instruction.
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A reference for your practice

From an idea
to a deeper understanding.

Explore the language and mechanics behind aerial movement with a book you can revisit between sessions.

  • Pelvic position and movement theory
  • Conditioning, straddle ups and beats
  • Balances and dynamic weight shifts
  • Hip keys, c-shaping and levering
  • Spinal positions and terminology

Written for aerial students and instructors to use alongside appropriate training. It is not a replacement for supervised practice.

The digital edition

PROXIMAL E-book

A 242-page PDF by Dara Minkin, delivered to the email address you use at checkout.

$89.99 USD

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Is this the digital or printed book?

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How should I read the PDF?

Use a compatible PDF reader on your device. Aerial Design recommends a two-page view for the book’s spreads. Printing is not available for this edition.

Does it include video tutorials or lessons?

This purchase includes the PROXIMAL e-book. The videos are standalone aerial tutorials, not a video version of this book. Video tutorials and private lessons are sold separately.

Who is the book for?

Aerial students and instructors studying movement theory alongside qualified instruction. Choose progressions appropriate to your experience with your instructor; the book does not replace supervised practice.

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PROXIMAL · Sample pages 50–51
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Enlarged sample: Front Beat, pages 50–51