Body Poet

Using Circus and Storytelling to Help People Move, Express, and Become Themselves

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The Work

I use circus and movement as tools for liberation and self-expression. Through performances, workshops, and personal coaching, I create spaces where individuals can explore their bodies and reclaim their narratives, and together with collaborators, we provide youth programs and social circus spaces where marginalized communities can share their stories with confidence and visibility.

Peformances

I create contemporary circus works rooted in storytelling history, and authentic expression

Group Classes & Workshops

My group offerings include circus classes, movement workshops, yoga, Pilates, and accessible strength training sessions designed to build community, confidence, and body awareness.

Personal Coaching

I offer one-on-one coaching that blends circus technique, movement exploration, and fitness modalities like yoga, Pilates, and strength training

Youth Programs and Social Circus

I collaborate with individuals and organizations to create programs offering marginalized youth a safe, supportive space to build confidence and tell their stories through movement

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About

My name is Chi Akano

I’m a contemporary circus artist, educator, and mental health advocate who approaches movement as a pathway to healing and liberation. I blend circus, yoga, and strength training to help people reconnect with their bodies, stories, and sense of possibility.