Yuri Marmerstein 

Artist/Athlete/Teacher

 

I am an acrobat and movement teacher based out of Las Vegas.

I was not too active as a kid and only found my passion for movement as an adult.  For the most part, I taught myself the skills I currently teach and perform.  
I have performed across the US, including on the Vegas Strip and on Broadway.  
I currently travel the world to teach my perspective on learning acrobatic skills as an adult.  
I offer seminars, workshops, and other in-personal educational experiences for all levels. 

Upcoming Workshops

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Las Vegas
May 26
Las Vegas
New York City
Jun 2
New York City
Red Deer, Alberta
Jun 16
Red Deer, Alberta
Colorado Springs
Jul 28
Colorado Springs
San Antonio, TX
Aug 4
San Antonio, TX
Houston
Aug 11
Houston
As useful as online materials can be, nothing replaces an in-person learning experience. I teach my perspective on hand balancing, acrobatics, and the physical arts in workshops around the world. Check out my upcoming events: ➡️New York City, June 2-3 at @warriorbridgenyc ➡️Red Deer,Alberta, June 16-17 at @forumreddeer ➡️Colorado Springs, July 28-29 at @pikespeakcf ➡️San Antonio,TX, August 4-5 at @roots-fitness_san_antonio ➡️Houston,TX, August 11-12 at @fit_factor_houston ➡️ @poleexpo in Las Vegas, September 6-9 More workshops coming up for later in the year. Check out www.yuri-mar.com for more information and how to sign up. 📸 @ardourofficial
One of the many reasons I don't do programming for the skills I teach: Even if I attributed my success to a program I followed, nobody else would get the same results as me from following the same program. Likewise, there are too many details within the skills themselves to be able to account for on a piece of paper. I think programming with the type of skills I teach can be useful to beginners as a template to follow to build some basic patterns, but the goal of the programming should be to move beyond it rather than get stuck or become dependent on it(this is how many businesses operate). I find it much more valuable to learn and teach conceptual awareness of what goes into the skills rather than laying out some formula. With the conceptual awareness, practitioners will be able to make their own programming based on their personal needs. This way they will also be able to modify or adapt it easily when the need arises. I understand the need sometimes for order, structure, and a voice of authority to clearly state that A causes B, that following this program leads to these gains. However, the reality is that the sooner you figure out for yourself what you need the better off you'll be(in my opinion, but i typically prioritize independence over following). Of course it's all about dosage, so too much independence can also unknowingly lead you down the wrong path. This is why it's good to also seek guidance every so often.
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A few real thoughts for those considering learning OAH
A few real thoughts for those considering learning OAH
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Hand Balance and Pulling Strength
Hand Balance and Pulling Strength
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Why I don't use the word "good"
Why I don't use the word "good"
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Quantifying Years of Experience
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The Yuri Method(TM) of how to not be completely useless and make something of yourself(results not guaranteed)
The Yuri Method(TM) of how to not be completely useless and make something of yourself(results not guaranteed)
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Thoughts after a failed internet argument
Thoughts after a failed internet argument
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A Few Thoughts on Hand Balancing and Wrist Injuries
A Few Thoughts on Hand Balancing and Wrist Injuries
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Let's be real about One Arm Handstand against the Wall
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Some Ideas on Spotting Balancing Skills
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Still versus Wobbly Handstand
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