Candace Cantu is a dynamic entrepreneur and the founder of Aerial Candy and Candescent Talent. As an instructor and award-winning performer, she has captivated with her stunning performances, including a solo residency at The Ringling in Sarasota, Florida. With a diverse background that includes appearances Sax in Washington, DC, and various theaters, Candace is known for her versatility in Hair hang, acro-pole, fire, and all aerial arts. A certified trainer, she continues to inspire others through her passion for aerial arts.

Eddie Danger teaches aerial chains, straps, sling, and flexibility for aerialists at our Merrifield, Virginia location. He has a background in contortion, yoga, and dance. He has been a professional entertainer since 2008, appearing on several television shows, and touring the nation as a showman throughout his young life. Since 2021, Eddie has settled in Washington DC, focusing on training aerial acrobatics. In this time, he has been awarded six gold, two silver, and one bronze medal for his achievements a variety of aerial competitions. He often takes his unique skill set and encouraging approach to coaching on the road to conduct aerial straps, chains, and flexibility workshops at studios for special events. Aerial Candy is his home, where he can be found every Wednesday and Friday, encouraging his students to dream big but work hard, to appreciate and develop what makes them special, and always shoot for the stars.

Nicknamed “Technical T” by her family and friends, Teresa has a unique way of breaking down body mechanics and understanding how the body moves and operates. She is very passionate about her craft and enjoys working with people of all ages and body types. As she helps people reach their athletic goals, she learns more about the human body and how to best train them. Nothing in this world gives her greater joy than watching her students’ amazement as their bodies begin to do things they never thought possible; all with proper guidance and consistent training. Her goal is to help others build confidence and become the fullest expression of themselves.