Welcome to Ringstar

Hi, everyone. For anyone who hasn’t met me personally, I’m Diane Barbeau, owner of Ringstar Studio and instructor of aerial silks, flexibility, and hand balancing. 

When I first signed the lease in February of 2013, I didn’t really have a plan, or any idea of where the space was headed. It has evolved over time into the beautiful community of aerialists and circus enthusiasts we have today, with students cheering each other on, supporting each other through life, and discovering their own extraordinary power. 

But evolution is coming yet again, and it’s with very mixed feelings that I announce I will be stepping away from Ringstar at the end of the year.

For the remainder of the month the studio will be running classes as per usual (with the exception of closures for the holidays), including our annual holiday party, and our final candlelight labyrinth. When we reach 2025, the new ownership will take over and I will no longer be involved, either as the owner or as an instructor.

I’m sad to see this chapter come to an end. I’m proud of what we’ve built together, and deeply honored and grateful to the community of students and friends who’ve made Ringstar the wonderful home for classes and camaraderie it’s been for almost twelve years. 

While I don’t plan to open a new location, the hunt for space we can rent is in progress. Thank you to everyone who’s offered kind words and support through a challenging time. I hope to fly with you again next year.

-Diane