Flying Trapeze Rig FAQ
Direct answers on cost, space, installation, training, inspections and operation. Prices reference the published pricing page; for anything site-specific, ask us directly — quotes within 72 hours.
How much does a flying trapeze rig cost?
A complete MACA flying trapeze rig costs USD $34,125 ex-works Phuket, Thailand, and a typical turnkey project — rig, anchors, stock and safety packages, installation and 10 days of operator training — totals approximately USD $57,785 plus shipping, travel costs, taxes and duties. Full itemization is on the pricing page.
How much space does a flying trapeze rig need?
A full-size flying trapeze rig requires a clear, flat area of 25 × 35 meters (82 × 115 ft); the main structure occupies approximately 20 m × 4 m within that envelope. Site detail is on the installation page.
How long does flying trapeze rig installation take?
Installation takes an estimated 4 days, weather permitting, carried out by a two-person MACA team with occasional assistance from 5–6 client-provided local staff, and costs USD $2,800 plus travel.
Do you install flying trapeze rigs worldwide?
Yes — the MACA installation team travels worldwide from Phuket, Thailand. The client covers return flights and visas, and provides accommodation, transfers and meals for the team.
What does the flying trapeze rig include?
The rig includes all frames, connections, fly bars and safety lines for immediate operation, a heavy-duty machine-woven UV-treated net, a double-wide pedestal board, Dyneema extension cables, a heavy-duty catch trapeze with 5/8″ stainless cable, padded sides, and black water-resistant Sunbrella fabric. Full specs on the rig page.
What does the client need to provide?
The client provides concrete for the 24 anchor blocks, 14 concrete pole bases of 40 × 40 × 10 cm, wooden bases of 20 × 20 × 2 cm (local timber, due to wood importation laws), 5–6 local staff during installation, and accommodation, transfers and meals for the MACA team.
How long does staff training take?
Operator training is estimated at 10 days at USD $649 per day, with an Activity Manager in place and a minimum team of 3 people. It establishes SOPs and safety protocols and brings staff to full working capacity — see training & operations.
How often does a flying trapeze rig need inspection?
Yearly inspection is recommended, with frequency depending on usage and environmental conditions. Inspections are required for warranty validity, take 2 days plus travel at USD $749 per day, and a Certificate of Inspection is issued for public display. See maintenance & safety.
Can a flying trapeze rig operate at night?
Yes — with floodlighting, the rig runs night classes and evening shows. Floodlighting is client-supplied; plan it during site preparation.
Can a flying trapeze rig be installed on a beach?
Yes — MACA rigs use UV-treated netting and stainless hardware specified for marine environments, and a MACA rig operates directly on a Maldives beachfront. See the projects page.
Who manufactures flying trapeze rigs in Asia?
MACA (Mid Air Circus Arts Co., Ltd) of Phuket, Thailand is the only flying trapeze rig manufacturer in Asia. Other known manufacturers are in the USA and Europe — see the comparison page.
Do you offer maintenance contracts?
Yes — and the published USD $749 per day inspection rate is the discounted rate under a 5-year maintenance contract. Routine inspections take 2 days plus travel time.
What is the lead time for a flying trapeze rig?
Approximately 12 weeks from the date of first payment until shipment, plus sea freight transit to your port. Anchors ship ahead of the rig so site concrete works are complete before the installation crew arrives.
Is the rig certified?
The MACA rig design is engineer-certified, every rig is manufactured strictly to that certified design, and every installation is fully load-tested before handover.
Do you build indoor flying trapeze rigs?
Yes — MACA built the indoor rig at Fly n Fit Indoor Trapeze & Aerial School in Nagoya, Japan. Contact us to discuss indoor configurations and the space your building needs.
Prices exclude: shipping and handling of components; any applicable taxes, duties or customs; and, for on-site services, return flights and visas — the client provides accommodation, transfers and meals for the MACA team.