Elevate Aerial Academy was founded by aerial arts expert and educator Chantelle Rawlings with a vision to raise the bar in aerial instruction through rigorous, well-rounded training that values both technical mastery and creative expression.

With over 25 years of experience in movement, dance, and performance, and more than 5,000 hours of aerial teaching, Chantelle is regarded as one of Australia’s leading voices in Aerial Arts education. Her specialty lies in refining instructors—offering deep technical insight, thoughtful pedagogy, and a commitment to safety and longevity in the aerial field.

Chantelle’s dedication to professional excellence led her to design a suite of specialist aerial hammock certification programs that now form the foundation of Elevate’s offerings. Each training has been developed over a decade of teaching, research, and curriculum design, and is delivered with exceptional attention to detail. These programs are now widely recognised for their depth, clarity, and industry relevance.

In addition to studio-based education, Chantelle’s work has been showcased on national and international stages, with invitations to present at leading yoga and movement festivals. Her mentorships in Aerial Yoga, Aerial Pilates, and Dance Hammock are some of the most comprehensive in the field, and her integrated background in bodywork, acrobatics, and movement science continues to inform every aspect of the Elevate approach.

Through Elevate Aerial Academy, Chantelle offers more than training—she offers a standard of excellence. Her goal is to cultivate confident, thoughtful, and highly skilled aerial instructors who elevate not just their students, but the industry as a whole.