Mistia Fallon
Executive Director
Mistia was an active member of the American Youth Circus Organization, American Circus Educators and the American Circus Alliance. Mistia served on the ACE Insurance committee members actively contributing to changing the guidelines for safety and policy in studios nationwide and later nominated for a governing board position. Mistia is also an AYCO and ACE Directors group member participating in discussion groups broadening awareness on everything from health and safety policies to sharing resources for social circus programs for at risk youth. Youth outreach is an area of passion and focus for Mistia. Since 2017, Dragonfly has been recognized by USA Gymnastics as a leader in the industry for our safety-focused aerial program which has launched in 15 gyms nationwide providing guidance from rigging to detailed curriculum and studio director mentorship. After over two decades in the industry, performing professionally, across 45 countries, as a headliner on Celebrity, Royal Caribbean, Norwegian and Holland America Cruise lines, Mistia truly enjoys focusing on helping others to take flight through the power of the “Growth Mindset“, cultivating exceptional aerial coaches and spending time with her amazing family. Mistia & her husband Matthew, now produce the Elevate Pro Aerial Competition and Audition Showcase, partnering with Aida cruise lines to provide opportunities for exceptional aerial athletes to launch their careers.
“Mistia is a great teacher who balances fun with learning very well. Her passion for aerial dance drives her to continue learning new styles, methods & technics which she combines with years of experience & shares with you!”
