Jian Nie is an accomplished acrobat and circus teacher with more than 20 years of international experience. A specialist in handstands and acrobatics, he has performed worldwide with leading troupes, won gold and silver awards at major circus festivals, and appeared at the 2008 Beijing Olympic Games closing ceremony. Most recently, Jian taught at the National Institute of Circus Arts (NICA) in Melbourne, where he developed courses and guided students from foundation skills to original acts. As Flipside’s Head of Circus, Jian brings his passion for safety, progression, and creativity to inspire the next generation of circus artists.