Travis Moon

Executive Director/Owner

As the Executive Director, Travis oversees and manages all rigging systems and equipment at The Apollo Center. He is a current member of the Alpine Rescue Team, serving since 2021, where he continues to expand his expertise in technical rigging, rappelling, knot systems, ice climbing, rock climbing, wilderness rescue, and emergency medical response. Travis is EMT certified through the State of Colorado and currently works for iCare Ambulance, further advancing his medical and rescue training through real-world emergency response experience.

Growing up, Travis participated in numerous competitive sports and martial arts training. In high school, he joined JROTC (Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps), which provided him with a strong foundation in discipline, leadership, respect, and teamwork. JROTC further fueled his passion for outdoor skills including rock climbing, rappelling, and knot tying. He discovered aerial arts as the perfect way to combine his athletic background with his technical interests and adventurous spirit.

Travis began his aerial training under the direction of Emmy Moon, and together they co-founded Iluminar Aerial. He has continued his training with Blue Lapis Light, Wise Fool, the Irish Aerial Dance Fest, and the Boulder Aerial Dance Festival, as well as advanced rope training with Daniel Sullivan, Josh Rigo, Lisa Natoli, Rachel Strickland, Shayna Swanson, Teo Spencer, and Emiliano Ron. Travis has had the privilege of teaching and performing at events and productions throughout the United States and Ireland.