Brian Mc Nelis, Cirque Voila

Baltimore, MD

Thank you so much for coming to Baltimore for our shows. We could not have done it without your aerial work. Your expertise and grace were a real plus and I look forward to another gig with you soon!

Asamina Chermos--Time Out Chicago

Powerhouse Shayna Swanson has the biggest pecs and the smallest ass of any chick you'll ever meet. Her rock n'roll approach to the graceful circus arts is refreshing, and she's happy to school you in trapeze, rope, silks, lyra (the big hoop), stilt dancing and more in her new space. )

Mary Rothe--Artists, Events and Entertainment, INC

“I have worked with Shayna on numerous events and we are always fabulous together! She is a wonderful entertainer, great to work with, creative, ethical and more. I look forward to doing many more shows with her.”

Lolly Extract--Jabberwocky Marrionettes

“...and the gold medal goes to..... Shayna, Artistic Director at Aloft Aerial Performance. The most impressive and professional Aerial Group in the World. The spectrum of Aerial Performance from Aloft embraces the history of burlesque and finds the boundaries of aerial art in cutting edge dramatic execution. Take these artistic ideals and mix in our contemporary chaotic world and you'll start to unfold Aloft. Yes, Aloft can be playful at times but always visually exciting. I'm happy to work with Shayna's company and the unbelievable talent, each and every individual brings to the performance. They're world travelers with their work but they're based in Chicago. I endorse Shayna and her company Aloft Arerial Performance with all my heart. A great American company.”

Nathalie Yves Gaulthier, Owner, LE STUDIO - TRAPEZE

“Hired Shayna sight unseen, took a risk, and she delivered a world class performance - Hiring her again this summer. Top high end performer!” December 27, 2008

Tina Zagone, Synchronicity, Inc

“Shayna is a very talented aerialist / performer / teacher. I have seen a number of her company's performances - Aloft Aerial, and they are rivoting, innovative and breath-taking. I have taken classes with her and members of her company and they are excellent. I would highly recommend Shayna / Aloft Aerial as entertainment for events, fundraisers and would also recommend her as a teacher. Shayna definately thinks "outside the box" in many aspects of her career.”