Hi, my name is Karina. I am an excitable, energetic, enthusiastic and determined self-producing circus artist. I began my career as an elite gymnast and transitioned to circus studying at the National Institute of Circus Arts. After 18 years of intensive training, I have delightedly performed in many circus and physical theatre shows around the world. I was a lead character in the shows “Finestra Aperta” for the European Capital of Culture in the Netherlands and “Barbaroi” by Afterdark Theatre, an ensemble member for the show “William the Great” in the festival Montréal Complètement Cirque and "Precarious" by Circus Oz. I have worked as a coach/ trainer for over 10 years teaching people both young and old, as well as those with lived experience of disability. I have taught children and teens with mild to severe autism and ADHD and has done a multitude of professional development courses on learning styles, working with people of different ages and physicality. In 2020, I began Statera Circus. Statera is a joyous, adventurous and inquisitive circus and physical theatre collective. Through circus performances and extended community engagement programs, they facilitate artistic opportunities for young people including those from vulnerable communities. Statera has three main projects:Tour ready circus show; ‘Boop’ (with our one-of-a-kind apparatus) Community lead and focussed workshops for at-risk youthStatera Sessions: Work in progress feedback sessions. 1 featured artist presents a new work: Statera Moderates, critiqued by peers.Looking forward to connecting with you, feel free to send me a message!