Ingredients to Avoid in Grip (and Cosmetic Products)
5 common ingredients to avoid in grip and cosmetic products you use daily and in the one you use to add grip to your sport performance.
Growing with awareness, respecting your body and the environment, training with freedom: these shared values are the foundation of the collaboration between Polipole and Aerial Équilibre. We both believe in continuous improvement and in caring for the person as the basis of any progress.
Together, we want to spread a way of living aerial disciplines that combines safety, well-being and sustainability, where the skin and the person are always at the center. In this article, we’ll take you into the world of the Aerial Équilibre method and its approach to safety in aerial disciplines, through the words of Gianpaolo Roncarati.
I am Gianpaolo Roncarati and, together with Paola Zubbani, I founded the Aerial Équilibre method. We want to bring you into our world: the world of aerial disciplines experienced as a journey of growth, expression and safety. If you love to fly, or you’re curious to discover what lies behind the scenes of this discipline, you’re in the right place!
For us, aerialism is much more than a sport: it is a path of personal growth, discovery and listening. To help you make your experience in aerial disciplines even safer and more rewarding, we want to share the principles that guide us every day.
For us, gradual progression is everything. People often think aerial disciplines are only about strength and spectacle, but the real magic comes from respecting timing and building each movement step by step.
You don’t need to reach the “perfect” trick right away: every step, every small achievement, is a milestone that makes your journey unique and personal. This progressive approach makes aerial disciplines more accessible and safer for everyone, at every level.
We are passionate about studying the human body and athletic preparation: they are the foundation for moving in the air with awareness and safety. Every class, every training session is designed to integrate technique, body awareness and attention to detail.
The equipment – whether it’s aerial silks, aerial hoop or trapeze – is just a tool to free creativity, not the ultimate goal. The priority is always the quality of movement and protecting the body.
In our vision, aerial disciplines are born to welcome everyone: each person brings their own story, age, physical preparation and different dreams.
This is why we believe in personalized paths, choosing the right apparatus and tailoring each exercise to the real needs of the person in front of us. Here, no one is left behind: aerial disciplines are truly for everyone, when approached with progression and attention to safety.
Dance and movement are our voice. What matters is not only what you do, but how you do it. Expressiveness is born from an authentic connection with your body.
Technique is not meant to cage emotions, but to free them. Do you want to tell your story? Go up in the air and let movement speak for you: aerial disciplines become a personal language, unique and deeply expressive.
We don’t chase perfection, but constant improvement. Every step forward, even a tiny one, is a reason to be proud.
Growing means becoming more aware, safer and freer to express yourself. Our goal is to help you become the best version of yourself, without pressure and with full respect for your own pace. This applies to every journey in aerial disciplines, from beginners to advanced athletes.
Flying is wonderful, but only if you do it safely. In aerial disciplines, working at height requires method, focus and reliable equipment; it is also essential to rely on professionals and qualified riggers.
Safety in aerial disciplines is never a detail: it is a responsibility we take on every single day. For this reason, we carefully choose every element of our practice – from rigging to the products we use for grip – to protect those who train with us and allow them to work in the air with confidence and peace of mind.
This is also why we choose products that respect both the skin and the apparatus, such as those by Polipole.
When we work in the air, safety is a constant concern and every detail matters. Choosing the right grip products for silks, hoop and trapeze is not just about performance, but also about safety for those who train with us and perform skills several meters above the ground.
We chose Polipole because we share the same focus on health, respect for the body and care for the environment. We love knowing that the Polipole grip products for aerial disciplines are natural, free from harmful substances and designed not to leave residue or damage surfaces.
This allows us to focus on what truly matters: the quality of the experience, the peace of mind of those who trust us and the possibility of training in a sustainable way.
It’s not just about “grip”, but about a comprehensive approach to safety and well-being, where every choice – including the choice of a product – reflects our way of understanding aerialism: attention, awareness, respect.
We are convinced that anyone can approach aerial arts. Whether you are a beginner, an experienced athlete or simply curious, our method guides you step by step, always putting your uniqueness at the center.
Aerial disciplines can become your space for growth, expression and safety, when approached with the right progression, with qualified professionals and with products designed to respect your body and your apparatus.
What are you waiting for to start your journey?
Gianpaolo Roncarati
Aerial Équilibre Method Co-Founder
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