Don’t take it from us, take it from them! See what our students have to say.

The following feedback was gathered in early 2026 and used to apply for the Inspire Olympia Grant.

More Testimonies:

“I’m new to Olympia and Sparrow Studios has provided an incredibly warm and friendly environment for me to make new friends and get involved in my community. Everyone is so welcoming and encouraging. Also, it’s wonderful to have a healthy, safe, active ways to meet new people as an adult.”

-LILA

“I feel inspired by the coaches and other students. I found Sparrow studios when I was in deep grief. These classes have challenged me, made me more physically fit, given me connection, and helped me rebuild confidence in my abilities. I am grateful for each class. Even when I'm mentally in a weird place and I just show up. I leave class with my heart feeling full and my troubles off my mind. Everyone in the classes I've taken are so supportive and cheer you on when you get a move down! The friends I have made will last for a long time. Sparrow isn't just a place to learn circus skills it teaches us about ourselves.”

- KJERSTYN

“The instructors do an incredible job of adapting class to multiple levels and always meet students where they are. And they occasionally offer higher level classes, or we are welcomed into other disciplines so there’s always opportunity for a greater challenge.”

-KIERAN

“My favorite part of Sparrow Studios is the community that is built in each class. From the instructors to the other students, I always feel welcome and safe to ask questions, try new things, and make mistakes in front of them because we really are all in the learning process together. I can make progress on skills and celebrate that with my peers. I started when I first moved to Olympia because I wanted a fun way of moving my body in a space of learning with others. I quickly felt welcomed into the community and I’m absolutely obsessed with the art and exercise of it all. An injury took me out for a year but the coaches made building back skills and strength safe, comfortable, and encouraging. I trust them with my safety even more now because I’ve seen how they help me and other students figure out how to adapt and modify while still fully participating. My wife started taking classes as well and now she loves it here too—the people, the aerial art, and the joy in working hard to make beautiful things happen. It is so cool to see myself progress and know there are other classes and opportunities to challenge and inspire me.”

-HALEY