Meet the Team
Welcome to Aerial Arts Studio! Meet our incredible instructors, each bringing their unique skills and passion for aerial arts. With extensive training and a commitment to your growth, they are here to inspire and guide you on your aerial journey. Join us and experience the magic of flight with our talented team!
Hannah Selden is the visionary behind Aerial Arts Studio, established in 2019 after nearly a decade of leading Pole Dynamics, her first studio founded in 2010. With roots in pole fitness dating back to 2005, Hannah’s journey has evolved into a deep passion for aerial arts—particularly Pole Dance and Aerial Silks, her signature discipline.
A lifelong dancer trained in tap, modern, ballet, jazz, contemporary, and commercial styles, Hannah’s competitive spirit and artistic flair naturally led her to the performance arena. She has competed across the UK, earning titles and accolades, and now lends her expertise as a judge at prestigious events such as Pole Theatre UK and the UK Aerial Performance Championships. Today, she finds immense joy in mentoring the competitive team at Aerial Arts Studio, who continue to shine on national stages.
You’ll mostly find Hannah teaching Adult Intermediate & Advanced Aerial Silks, Children’s Advanced Aerial Silks, and coaching the Competitive Team performers—where her technical precision and supportive energy help students thrive both artistically and athletically.
Before fully dedicating herself to her studio, Hannah built a meaningful career in education. She qualified as a secondary school Dance Teacher and later specialised in supporting children with ASD, ADHD, and Down syndrome. Her commitment to inclusivity and empowerment has shaped her teaching philosophy—ensuring that children with additional needs can access enriching activities and develop vital life skills. Hannah holds a National Diploma in Dance, a BA (Hons) in Dance Studies, and QTS status. Her extensive qualifications include certifications from Acrobatic Arts, XPERT (Pole Fitness Levels 1–4, Children’s Pole & Aerial, Silks), and Spin City (Aerial Hoop).
She is First Aid trained, Enhanced DBS checked, and fully insured to teach across aerial circus, pole fitness, acro, and dance disciplines. Her additional training in Safeguarding and Autism Awareness further reflects her dedication to safe, inclusive practice. As a mother of three, Hannah brings a nurturing, intuitive approach to her teaching. She fosters strong relationships with families, champions each student’s progress, and ensures that Aerial Arts Studio remains a safe, supportive, and inspiring space for all. You will find Hannah teaching Adult Silks classes on Wednesday evenings, Silks classes and the Performance Squad on Fridays, and kids Advanced Silks classes on Sunday afternoons.
Hannah Selden
Owner & Founder
Tasha Court
Pole and Aerial Instructor
Tasha is an experienced pole performer and competitor with an impressive 12 years of pole dancing expertise, including nine years of teaching and ten years of competing. She is a fully certified instructor with XPERT for Pole Levels 1–4 and holds a Hoop certification from Spin City. Additionally, Tasha is a Level 3 qualified Personal Trainer and a 200-hour certified Yoga instructor, providing a comprehensive foundation in movement and fitness.
Her accolades include the Elite Pole Championships Elite Winner 2025, Elite Pole Championship 2024 Professional Winner, Pole Theatre 2022 Semi-Pro Drama Winner, UKPPC 2021 Instructor 2nd Place, and London Pole 2019 Professional Winner.
In late 2024, she left her corporate desk job to focus on teaching and coaching Pole Aerial, and Yoga full-time. With a passion for creativity, Tasha excels in creating unique and dynamic combinations, experimenting with innovative patterns, and mastering complex transitions and tricks. Her expertise is particularly evident in contemporary flow choreography around the pole and showcasing graceful split shapes at the top.
Aerial Arts Studio, Tasha leads the Advanced Adult Pole on Thursdays and Hoop classes on Monday evenings, where she high-level technique and instruction whilst keeping a warm, friendly and high energy classes.
Carys Pugh
Pole Instructor
Carys is a dedicated nurse by day and a passionate pole dancer by night, with over 12 years of experience and eight years of teaching under her belt. She’s trained intensively with renowned instructors such as Terri Walsh, Lisette Krol, and Daniel Rosen, and regularly attends Pole Camps, which she considers the highlight of her pole journey.
A seasoned performer, Carys has competed in Kent and London Pole Championships—where she earned the title of Most Entertaining—and recently took home gold at the British Pole Instructor Championships 🥇
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Carys holds XPERT certifications in Pole Levels 1 & 2, Heels, Aerial Hoop, Children’s Pole & Aerial, and Flexibility Flow, making her an all-rounder with a dynamic and playful teaching style.
You will find Carys teaching pole classes on Tuesday evenings.
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Rhi Colyer
Aerial Instructor
Rhi is a registered nurse with years of experience in both intensive care and general practice. She discovered aerial silks by chance—and fell (literally!) head over heels in love. After qualifying as a personal trainer, she followed her passion for all things aerial, undertaking intensive professional training in London and performing across the UK.Her true calling, however, is coaching. For the past three years, Rhi has worked full-time as an aerial and flying trapeze coach, teaching adults and children from beginner to advanced level. She’s coached at renowned studios such as Flying Fantastic and My Aerial Home, and even catches flying trapeze!After relocating to the south and welcoming her baby earlier this year, Rhi joined the team at Aerial Arts—and absolutely loves it here.
You will find Rhi on Friday afternoons, teaching alongside Hannah.
Kerry Fuller
Pole and Children Instructor
Kerry has been teaching pole fitness for over 10 years and brings her passion for movement and performance into every class. She teaches mixed-ability pole fitness classes as well as the Mini Aerialists program, introducing children to aerial hoop and sling.
Kerry holds XPERT beginner qualifications in both pole and hoop, as well as children’s aerial and burlesque teaching certifications. She has competed and won in multiple pole competitions — including doubles pole — and loves sharing her experience with students.
Her classes are a fun and challenging mix of conditioning, tricks, and performance training, designed to help students build strength, confidence, and creativity both on and off the equipment.
You will find Kerry on Tuesday afternoons and Sunday evenings.
Charlie Page
Children Aerial Instructor
Charlie is an aerial silks instructor and competitor with over six years of experience in the art of aerial movement. Passionate about blending technique with creativity, Charlie empowers students to cultivate strength, confidence, and artistry in the air. Through an encouraging and supportive teaching style, Charlie helps each student rise beyond their limits and discover the joy of flight.
You will find Charlie Monday and Sunday afternoons.
Sarah Walkerdown
Children's Aerial Instructor
I have been a teacher and performer for over 25 years, beginning with contemporary dance and later specialising in aerial circus and stilt walking, both in the UK and internationally. My work spans live shows, regular classes, youth groups, workshops, festivals, and schools, including Artist in Residence and Creative Curriculum programmes.
I hold accreditations in teaching mixed aerial skills, aerial yoga, and 200-hour yoga teacher training.
My classes are designed to be fun and accessible, using progressive, tailored movement within each student’s range to foster achievement. I love helping students discover what they’re capable of on their aerial journeys.
I focus on body alignment and overall mobility, with a particular interest in keeping our bodies active as we age — and I find aerial yoga to be a perfect tool for this.
You will find Sarah on Tuesday, Thursday afternoons and Saturday mornings.
Frankie Groves
Children's Aerial Instructor
Frankie is a highly experienced aerial instructor with over six years of teaching in aerial arts and more than 15 years of teaching experience overall. She specialises in aerial sling up to advanced level, and also teaches aerial silks and hoop for beginner and intermediate students.
A successful competitor, Frankie has earned multiple titles, including UAAC Professional Open Champion and Skybound National Champion. She is equally passionate about choreography and has supported many students in developing both solo and group routines for performance and competition.
With a teaching style that is supportive, motivating, and student-focused, Frankie loves seeing her students grow in confidence and experience the thrill of mastering new skills.
You will find Frankie on Wednesday and Sunday afternoons.
