Student of the Month

Honestly - I have no idea, I don't remember at all, I think I was just looking for something new and exciting and somehow I stumbled on Bumbershoot.

I feel most comfortable on sling - I love the hybrid of stability and flexibility. I also love spinning and swinging which draws me to Lyra. I don't think I can pick a favorite between Lyra and Sling.

The People! Bumbershoot is without a doubt the most welcoming place I have ever walked into. Coaches, experienced students, and new students are all so friendly and supportive. It is 100% a positive, judgment-free zone but you still get pushed to your limits - I cannot imagine any other place that would have such an eclectic and warm mix of amazing humans.

I find myself being one of those people who can never be too busy. My day job is quite consuming - I currently work at Anheuser-Busch as an Engineer. I love the company, my colleagues, and what I do - it is a great industry to be in. Outside of work I am involved in the Marching Arts (Drum Lines, Color Guards, and Bands) as a teacher, director, board member - etc. The Marching Arts were really where I flourished as a performer so I always try to stay involved in some way. Lastly, I spend a significant amount of time at home - catering to the every need of my two lovely (yet spoiled) long-haired dachshunds Albert and Gilbert - many would say I'm obsessed with them - They would be correct!

Anything with Chocolate in it!

The day I got my first pullover on slings, I felt like it was never going to happen and when no one was looking it just happened. I was hanging there upside down waving my hands in the air - which was really towards the ground :) - and yelling "OMG guys that just happened -- it really happened." The combination of strength, body awareness, and removing mental blocks for aerial tricks is so unique that sometimes things just happen when you least expect it.

Lyra 2/3, Slings 2, and Silks 1 - its a lot crammed into a week but I just can't choose anything less.

I've always tried to live a life with no regrets - I wouldn't say I'm always successful but I try. One thing that I have picked up at Bumbershoot that I have transferred to other areas of my life is to not compare myself to others - My development is my own journey and we all have a different journey to follow.