Trapeze has a long circus history. It initially evolved in three different forms, Flying Trapeze, Static Trapeze and Swinging Trapeze, focusing soley on spectacle, strength, precision and timing.

In the 1970s–1990s, circus began to change. A movement known as “contemporary circus” emerged, particularly in Europe and Trapeze artists began experimenting with slower, more expressive styles, moving away from purely trick-based acts. Artists brought the trapeze lower and started using single-point rigging (instead of two static ropes) so they could incorporate spin and time on and off the floor. Slowly there became more of a focus on creating beautiful shapes and incorporating dance choreography which evolved into what we now know as Dance Trapeze.