Trapeze School New York - Washington, DC

Newbies should wear lightweight pants--not shorts or capris--that cover the backs of the knees, which can get sore after repeatedly hooking them over the bar. Sunscreen is also a must for anyone in an outdoor class, though be sure to wash hands before class to eliminate greasy palms.

The school has an indoor, tented facility in addition to the outdoor setup--good for inclement weather or for those who don?t want to be gawked at by passersby--though it's not as beautiful as having the Potomac as a backdrop.

For anyone with a pipe dream of joining the circus--or interest in an exhilarating new hobby--this trapeze school on the southeast waterfront, with locations in New York, Boston and Los Angeles, is...