Acrobatics is one of the performing arts, and is also practiced as a sport. Acrobatics involves difficult feats of balance, agility and motor coordination. Nearly any performance or sport which involves full-body activity-- especially in short, highly controlled bursts of activity-- can be considered acrobatics. Typical examples are, first and foremost, all the subdivisions of gymnastics and trapeze work, but specialized activities like ballet and diving could also be included. In a narrow sense, the term "acrobatics" refers to "acrobatic gymnastics," a specialized subdivision of gymnastics. In China, acrobatics ( "Hundred Plays" called in the ancient time) have been a part of the culture since the Western Han Dynasty, over 2500 years ago. Today the performance art remains to be one of the most important performances offered within Chinese variety art, mostly referred to in the west as "Chinese Circus". Education Traditionally, acrobatic skills were kept within families and passed from parents to children. This is still true especially among family circus groups nowadays. However, most acrobats are now taught by larger scale education systems, as circuses are now made up of many more professionals than they used to be. Many schools specializing in acrobatics art are providing a constant resource of acrobatic artists. Some of these schools are independently operated, and some are supported and affiliated to circuses. Now we are offering fabulous Chinese acrobats to entertain and educate your schools. Each team of acrobats presents an amazing, fantastic, colorful program. Each group has about 10 acrobats and an interpreter who will enrich each assembly with facts about Chinese culture, customs and school life. Each group you get will provide your school with an unforgettable, breathtaking experience. What Our Customers Tell Us! "This was the best program we have had from the Bureau of Lectures. The Chinese troupe was professional in every way. The performance was well received by our students and staff. This was the most talented group of acrobats we have ever had. Our students and staff thank you." North West Elementary Pikeville, NC "One of the best performances we have ever had at our school. Our children and staff were captivated by the superb performance of the young Chinese acrobats. WE are looking forward to a repeat performance this March. I would recommend them to EVERYONE." Carman Roads School Massapequa Park, NY "Terrific! Spectacular! Fabulous! The students and staff were totally captivated by the performance. What talented young people! It was a real treat for everyone. I highly recommend it." Center Square Academy Blue Bell, PA "What a great show! Our students were absolutely enthralled. The quality of the acts was way beyond my expectations. And what a bargain!" King George High School King George, VA "This is by far one of the best assemblies our school has ever witnessed. This group brought us an authentic representation of Chinese culture and an excellent acrobatic display." Kellogg Marsh Elementary Marysville, WA