Emily Barber is an aerial performer and coach from southern Colorado and the founder of the aerial group, Aerial Aura. She holds a BA in political science and enjoys thick Turkish coffee and waking up in countries she has never before visited.

Beginning with aerial straps shortly after college graduation, then moving on to silks, hoop, and trapeze, Emily discovered and cultivated her passion for performing high above the ground. She performs regionally throughout the year, developing solo and duo routines on silks, hoop, trapeze, and straps. When not performing, Emily coaches at Dragonfly Aerial Company in Colorado Springs.