Instructors
KAYLEIGH MATIAS
OWNER AND FOUNDER OF ABSOLUTE AERIALS & ABSOLUTE AERIALS ACREDITED
Kayleigh grew up on the Sunshine Coast where she took dance classes at Sunshine Dance Centre from the age of 3. As she began to dance, Kayleigh discovered a strong passion for movement and the performing arts excelling in performances, eisteddfods and exams. Kayleigh undertook a range of dance styles including ballet, jazz, tap, and contemporary and completed all Royal Academy of Dance exams in their graded syllabus, along with completing the intermediate level of their vocational syllabus with a distinction grade.
It was around this time Kayleigh discovered the Flying Trapeze! She has now been a professional trapeze artist for 5 years performing in corporate shows for renowned resorts, functions and also with Circus Joseph Ashton (Cirque Extreme) in WA and Burtons Circus. Kayleigh discovered a further passion for Aerials and travelled to the Gold Coast every week for over a year to train. Her commitment to aerials and becoming a professional in the field meant moving to the gold coast where she trained, coached and performed for Aerial Artistry a company renowned for its quality, technique and breathtaking shows.
It was around this time Kayleigh discovered the Flying Trapeze! She has now been a professional trapeze artist for 5 years performing in corporate shows for renowned resorts, functions and also with Circus Joseph Ashton (Cirque Extreme) in WA and Burtons Circus. Kayleigh discovered a further passion for Aerials and travelled to the Gold Coast every week for over a year to train. Her commitment to aerials and becoming a professional in the field meant moving to the gold coast where she trained, coached and performed for Aerial Artistry a company renowned for its quality, technique and breathtaking shows.
Kayleigh now lives on the Sunshine Coast to be closer to her family. Kayleigh decided to bring the circus (specifically aerials) closer to home so she can have the best of both worlds! Kayleigh takes trips to America when she can to develop her skills and share these with Absolute Aerials. She takes classes from leading performers who had been or were in shows such as Cirque Du Soleil! Kayleigh brings her discipline, grace and technique learnt in ballet to her aerial shows creating a jaw dropping, elegant display of strength and beauty. Kayleigh is always commended for her bodylines and audience connection making her shows that little bit more special!
Kayleigh began to add latin dance to her repertoire in 2017. Kayleigh has learned from some of the best in the world including Jimmy De Olivera (creator of the Samba Funkeado style) and completing teacher training with Renata Pechanha's program. Over the years she has taught and performed at congress's worldwide. To this date she has taught in 7 countries!
Having a combined experience of over 20 years (10 years as a professional), Kayleigh is ready to share her multiple talents and experience with you at Absolute Aerials, your next workshop/congress or at your next event!
Tyla
Tyla is a passionate and dedicated coach who embarked on her journey in the world of aerial arts in April 2022.
Her adventure began with a private lesson shared with a friend, an experience that ignited a spark within her and led to an almost daily commitment to classes. Tyla quickly became utterly captivated by the art form, immersing herself in the graceful and dynamic world of Aerial Arts.
With a lifelong love for dance and a deep fascination with the circus, Tyla found the perfect outlet to express her creativity and passion. Her dedication has led her to perform and compete in numerous aerial events, showcasing her skills and artistry.
Through her coaching, Tyla shares her enthusiasm and knowledge, helping individuals of different skill levels discover the joy and freedom that Aerial Arts can bring.
Talise
Talise began her aerial journey at the age of 7 and has spent the past decade training and performing with Absolute Aerials. Through both group and solo routines she has honed her skills on lyra, silk, trapeze, hammock, cube and aerial pole. She now shares her passion as a coach.
Talise’s achievements include being crowned La Folie 2022 National Champion in Advanced Silks, alongside podium finishes at La Folie Brisbane in Advanced Lyra, and Junior Performance with Aerial Pole. She has excelled at competitions such as Bend the Air Sunshine Coast, earning first-place titles in Silk and Lyra solos and runner up at Little Lyra Nationals. In 2023, she showcased a silks routine at the Eternity Showcase NIDA, Sydney.
She has trained in numerous aerial workshops, learning from renowned aerial artists, including performers from Cirque du Soleil.
Talise thrives on pushing her limits and continues to inspire with her creativity, strength, and passion for the art of aerial performance.
Talise’s achievements include being crowned La Folie 2022 National Champion in Advanced Silks, alongside podium finishes at La Folie Brisbane in Advanced Lyra, and Junior Performance with Aerial Pole. She has excelled at competitions such as Bend the Air Sunshine Coast, earning first-place titles in Silk and Lyra solos and runner up at Little Lyra Nationals. In 2023, she showcased a silks routine at the Eternity Showcase NIDA, Sydney.
She has trained in numerous aerial workshops, learning from renowned aerial artists, including performers from Cirque du Soleil.
Talise thrives on pushing her limits and continues to inspire with her creativity, strength, and passion for the art of aerial performance.
Sarini
Sarini first joined absolute aerials in 2018, she immediately fell in love with the positive vibe and amazing staff. A year after joining Absolute Aerials she performed her first solo at an end of year show in 2019, this solo kicked off her love for performing and after joining the first ever elite team in 2020 she began to compete at every available opportunity. After finishing her last stretch of competitions in 2023 she came away with three national champion titles across the span of three different competitions and many more beautiful experiences and big wins. Now that she has finished competing she spends her free time teaching silks, lyra, and hammock and sharing her passion with her students.
“I aim to support as many people as I can throughout their journey at Absolute Aerials, ensuring everyone feels as safe and as comfortable as possible. Even more as someone who is an extremely anxious performer I wish to be the best possible support system I can for my students if they are performing or ever wish to perform and make that experience as incredible for them as it was for me.”
“I aim to support as many people as I can throughout their journey at Absolute Aerials, ensuring everyone feels as safe and as comfortable as possible. Even more as someone who is an extremely anxious performer I wish to be the best possible support system I can for my students if they are performing or ever wish to perform and make that experience as incredible for them as it was for me.”
Sheridan
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Sheridan started aerials around 2014 and during this time has trained at various locations around Brisbane and the Northern Suburbs. She loves to explore a variety of apparatus such as silks, lyra, cube, rope, trapeze and hammock. Trapeze is a current passion for Sheridan as she loves to explore the use of ropes and bar.
In 2018, Sheridan competed in he first competition placing 2nd runner up amateur solo at Miss Lyra QLD. Since then she has placed at other competition including Bend the Air Brisbane 2021 Open Apparatus Performance solo 1st place and Bend the Air Sunshine Coast 2023 Open Apparatus Masters 3rd place.
After enjoying so much aerials has to offer, Sheridan now loves to share her passion and knowledge with others as an instructor. She is dedicated to inspiring and developing others while continuing to push her own boundaries.
In 2018, Sheridan competed in he first competition placing 2nd runner up amateur solo at Miss Lyra QLD. Since then she has placed at other competition including Bend the Air Brisbane 2021 Open Apparatus Performance solo 1st place and Bend the Air Sunshine Coast 2023 Open Apparatus Masters 3rd place.
After enjoying so much aerials has to offer, Sheridan now loves to share her passion and knowledge with others as an instructor. She is dedicated to inspiring and developing others while continuing to push her own boundaries.
Kate
Kate’s love for movement began at a young age 12, coaching gymnastics (WAG) while training competitively herself. At 15 she started teaching local dancers with another coach, who had noticed the lack of technique and safe practices in their acro routines. It was here she began to dance, taking exams and performing in eisteddfods. After completing her Bachelors Degree at The University of Queensland, Kate went on to do train a year pre-professional in dance and performing commercially— all while continuing to teach both dance and acro. Her understanding of movement deepened as she discovered the power of Pilates for performance enhancement, injury prevention, and rehabilitation. Today, Kate is a fully qualified Mat, Barre, Reformer Pilates, and Yoga teacher, bringing this knowledge into her work to support students in developing strength, mobility, and body awareness. She continues to develop and expand her knowledge and skills. Kate’s coaching philosophy is built on strong foundations and safe progressions. She strives to create a supportive, encouraging space where students feel confident trying new skills, challenging themselves and celebrating their own progress.Kate’s goal is to help every student build confidence, learn new skills and develop a lifelong love of movement — both in and out of the studio.
anouk
Anouk is on of our amazing coaches and completed our first Absolute Aerials Teacher training Course in 2019!Anouk started gymnastics when she was 8 years old and trained until she developed a shoulder injury. Upon recovery she returned to gymnastics, however she never trained it consistently as the environment wasn't right for her. Anouk moved on to train calesthenics dance before finding aerials! Anouk says, "Aerials for me is the perfect balance between gymnastics and dance with sprinkles of circus!" Anouk started at Absolute Aerials in 2017 and fell in love after her first lesson. She has won 1st Place in the 2022 La Folie competition in the elite silk solo division! "Learning to fly is everyone's dream and I am luck enough i can make it come true with my training. I love seeing my students faces light up as they get a new trick, their smile makes my day!"
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