Garrett Allen
Specializing in Handstands, Chair Stacking, Flexibility Training, Injury Prevention, and Aerial Arts
With over 20 years of circus training and performance experience, Garrett Allen brings a wealth of knowledge and passion to the world of circus arts. His background in classical and modern dance from the Coronado School of the Arts enriches his unique teaching style. Garrett has had the privilege of guiding students from beginners with no experience to professionals in the field.
He offers expert training in various disciplines, including handstands, chair stacking, active back and splits flexibility training, injury prevention and physical therapy, aerial (rope, straps, silks, and aerial hoop), partner acrobatics, and act development. Whether students aim to become well-rounded professional performers or simply wish to stay active in an artistically fulfilling way, Garrett believes in nurturing each individual’s potential.
Garrett thrives on being part of the performance education process, blending technical training, conditioning, and creative exercises to help students discover their unique artistic expression. He looks forward to working with your student body and is truly honored by the opportunity.
Jess Ordon
Pole Performer, Instructor & ACE-Certified Personal Trainer
Jess Ordon has been training at Art in Flexion since 2017, and she is a dedicated pole performer and instructor. Holding a BA and MA in Theatre Arts, Jess’s journey in performance began with plays and musicals, which led her to script development and teaching playwriting to kids in her early 20s.
Although she had extensive acting experience, Jess lacked formal dance training, gymnastics skills, or natural flexibility when she first stepped into a pole class in 2016. Since then, she has been committed to honing her strength and flexibility, thanks in part to the teachings of Hanna Denham and Ken Taylor, and her own passionate determination to succeed — with a few swear words along the way.
Jess has competed at regional, national, and international pole events, including Original Sin 2025 in St. Petersburg, FL, Skripped Down 2023 in Toronto, Haute Velour 2023 in Chicago, and multiple Pole Sport Org events in LA. She won the Old School New Face category and the Overall New Face Division at Exotic Generation USA 2022.
In addition to performing with CatHaus Revue in San Diego, Jess teaches pole dance at Dollhouse Fitness in Encinitas, sharing her expertise and passion for pole with others.
