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2026 Fire Safety Training Dates
• Sunday May 31
• Sunday June 28
• Sunday July 26
• Sunday August 23
• Sunday September 27
All trainings begin at 6:00pm
I’m a fire performer. How can I join in the jams?
All fire spinners who wish to spin at a jam must first attend a Fire Safety Training at a Reserve Jam. If you do not attend a training, you can not spin fire at a jam!
Reserve Jam Fire Safety Training dates are typically announced in May every year. Be sure to check our Schedule & News page for updates on those dates and for the link to the sign-up form.
Fire performers must be 18+. Just like the jams, these sessions are free to attend and, once you’ve attended, you will be able to perform at the Full Moon Jams for the next 2 years.
First-time performers are encouraged to contact the jam organizers (info@fullmoonjam.org) so you can talk to experienced fire spinners who can help with your practice and address any questions/concerns you might have.
All fire spinners who perform at the jams are expected to adhere to the following:
Safety first. Protect the crowd, protect the community, protect yourself! Be safe! Be sober! Wear fire-safe performance clothing and accessories (natural fibers only!).
Bring your own props. These are not provided by the organizers. Do NOT bring dipping containers (unless your prop requires it), or safety blankets, as those will be provided by the jam. Coleman / Crown’s White Gas and Ultra Pure Lamp Oil are the only acceptable fuels approved for use at the jam. If you require another fuel type, please notify the organizers ahead of time.
If you have unusual or special tools or are a fire breather, please bring your own dedicated safety, and inform the organizers before the jam starts so we can take adequate precautions. Fire breathers are required to attend a Level 3 Training. If you require additional considerations (such as a hearing disability), the organizers will do their best to accommodate your needs.
Spin once/safety once. Every performer is expected to take over as a safety IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING their performance each time a performer enters the circle. You will then be relieved by the spinner for whom you are safetying.
FIRE IS ONLY ALLOWED INSIDE THE PERFORMANCE CIRCLE.
Please Note:
Fire performers do not have individual coverage under our group policy. We carry insurance to protect our group in the event that any fire performer's negligence creates an accident causing bodily injury to another person or damage to someone else’s property. We do not require, but strongly encourage, all fire performers to purchase their own individual fire performance insurance as a means of personal financial protection. You would incur significant financial hardship if you cause an accident and need to defend yourself in court.
Purchasing coverage of your own personal fire performer insurance policy would protect you. The Full Moon Jam is insured via PEEP Insurance (www.PEEPinsurance.com). Contact is Dale Wittick (dale.wittick@peepinsurance.com). Insurance for fire performers can be purchased through PEEP Insurance (for outdoor coverage only).
Contact us for further recommendations for insurance policies. Whenever considering the purchase of a personal liability insurance policy, be sure to compare not just the cost of the policy, but what the policy specifically covers, what the amount of liability coverage amount is, and what your needs as a performer are.
For all other questions regarding performing at the Jams, email info@fullmoonjam.org.
FRIENDS OF THE JAMS
TACO TUESDAY FLOW JAM
For those looking for ways to meet up with more flow friends, check out Taco Tuesday Flow Jam in Palmer Square. It’s a wonderful opportunity to connect with the flow community, learn new flow skills, and make new friends! For more information, visit their Facebook page: www.facebook.com/flowtaco
DOG BEACH DRUMMERS
The Dog Beach Drummer gatherings are a celebration of community and creativity where community arrives as individuals but plays as One.
For updates and announcements on drum circles, you can join the Dog Beach Drummers and Dancers group on Facebook.
CHICAGO JUGGLING CLUB
Are you looking to learn a new skill? Or perhaps you are already a seasoned juggler and are looking for a community! Come to Chicago Juggling Club!
For more information and locations, you can sign up for weekly email updates HERE.
Code of Conduct Agreement
The Full Moon Jam is dedicated to nurturing a welcoming, safe, and respectful space at our event. Organizations whose events or activities are promoted by the Full Moon Jams are expected to be equally committed to safety, care, and mutual responsibility.
Organizations requesting promotions through Full Moon Jam channels agree to abide by the Full Moon Jam Foundation’s Code of Conduct, which requires events to be family-friendly, sober, and inclusive of all participants regardless of gender, sexual orientation, disability, age, physical appearance, race, religion, or other protected class status.
Discrimination, harassment, or behavior that compromises the safety or inclusion of participants will not be tolerated, and violation of these rules may result in expulsion from the event or other sanctions as deemed appropriate by the event’s organizers.
It is through this agreement, founded on mutual respect and accountability, that we create a safe and inclusive environment to share the love of the arts with anyone who wishes to learn and express themselves.
The Jam’s full Code of Conduct can be found on our website.
External Promotions Disclaimer
The Full Moon Jam Foundation occasionally shares information about events and activities organized by outside independent groups in order to inform and support the wider flow arts community about what activities and opportunities exist for performing and learning, and to uplift groups that are spreading love of the flow arts in a safe and welcoming environment. We only share information about organizations that comply with the Full Moon Jam Foundation’s Code of Conduct related to community safety and inclusivity.
Promotion of an organization or event by the Full Moon Jam does not constitute endorsement, partnership, sponsorship, or formal affiliation. Views expressed by any member of an outside organization do not represent stances taken by the Full Moon Jam, and the Full Moon Jam Foundation is not responsible for any injury, loss, damage, or other claims that may arise from participation in events organized by outside groups. Participation in any activity hosted by outside organizations is undertaken at the participant’s own discretion and risk.
External Promotions of other groups are made by invitation only, and those featured are groups the Full Moon Jam has partnered with or been closely affiliated with for many years. Full Moon Jam reserves the right to decline or remove promotion of any event or organization at any time.