About SwayTek

SwayTek’s mission is to provide the safest, most responsive sway poles, thoughtfully engineered with the artists in mind, and the highest testing standards so you can sway with peace of mind.

Where Engineering Meets Artistry

At SwayTek, we don’t just manufacture equipment; we engineer the stage for you to perform on. Founded by Hugo Noël (also the founder of CircusConcepts), SwayTek was born from a passion for structural integrity and a deep respect for the aerial arts.

For over 10 years, we built sway poles exclusively for our own productions and didn’t sell them publicly. However, as tragic accidents involving inferior equipment from new manufacturers began to emerge, we felt a responsibility to act. Driven by the goal of providing performers with uncompromisingly safe sway poles, we decided to make our technology available worldwide.

We believe that when a performer is 20 feet in the air, their equipment should be the last thing on their mind and the first thing they can trust.

Our Mission

To empower the global performance community by providing precision-engineered sway poles that offer unmatched safety, predictable response, and effortless portability.

The SwayTek Standard

What sets a SwayTek sway pole apart is our uncompromising attention to detail and rigorous testing protocols.

  • Aerospace-Grade Materials: We utilize advanced composites to ensure our poles are lightweight enough for travel while remaining strong enough to withstand extreme dynamic forces.
  • Engineered Failure Prevention: The way our sway poles are engineered ensures they will not snap under load. They are exceptionally durable, and in the event of extreme stress, they gradually lose rigidity rather than failing catastrophically—keeping the performer safe in the air.
  • Safety-First Culture: Every pole we produce undergoes rigorous strength testing in an independent laboratory. We provide clear operational guidelines because the safety of your artists is our highest priority.
  • Innovation in Motion: From our quick 1-minute setup designs to our lightweight aluminum travel bases, we are constantly innovating to meet the demands of modern venues and touring artists.

Built for the Global Stage

Based in North America and expanding rapidly into Europe and beyond, SwayTek is becoming the go-to partner for artists and event planners worldwide. Whether you are performing in an intimate indoor studio or a massive outdoor festival, our sway pole systems are designed to adapt, endure, and elevate your craft.

Your Vision Our Foundation

We are artists and engineers. We do it for the passion, and we want to help you reach your goals. Reach out to us, and let us help you reach new heights!

  • The Team: A shot of engineers and performers collaborating together.
  • The Details: Close-up macro shots of the joints, locks, and finishes of the poles.
  • The Impact: A wide-angle “hero” shot of a performer at full sway on a SwayTek sway pole.
SwayTek 4.6m 15ft replacement sway pole

Our Blog

Explore our latest highlights, featured shows, and behind-the-scenes moments. Discover how SwayTek’s precision equipment powers unforgettable sway pole performances worldwide.

Sway Pole Act: Turngala Germany

An unforgettable high-altitude sway pole performance at the Porsche Arena Stuttgart during the Turngala tour. A stunning blend of fluid aerial artistry, dynamic reach, and high-impact visual performance.

Dual Sway Pole: Quebec

A breathtaking duo sway pole performance soaring high above Quebec. A seamless blend of fluid aerial artistry, synchronized motion, and high-impact visual performance against the open sky.

Singing Sway Pole on: Quel Talent!

An extraordinary performance broadcast on Quel Talent! Featuring singing while performing live on the sway pole. High-flying aerial combined with vocals and precision for a mesmerizing TV moment.

SwayTek At Absinthe Las Vegas

Bringing reliable, equipment to world-class stages. Our custom sway are built to deliver maximum stability, safety, and dynamic flexibility for indoor productions right in the heart of Las Vegas.

Quebec: SwayTek Gear in Action

Elevating outdoor spectacles with ultimate safety and reach. SwayTek’s custom sway poles give the performer freedom and confidence to captivate massive crowds against the open sky.