Aerial Yoga uses specially designed hammocks, inspired by aerial acrobatics, to help students hold their bodies in the shape of traditional Yoga postures, the weight of the body being either partially or fully supported by the hammock. Many Aerial Yoga postures are designed to help the student better understand the purpose of traditional Yoga postures. Some Aerial Yoga postures are designed to help students achieve advanced traditional Yoga postures. Advanced Yoga postures can take years to learn, and even more time to understand and reap their benefits. The practice of Aerial Yoga is meant to help speed up that process in a safe manner.

The class incorporates acrobatic elements, weightlifting, drops and choreographed flows, offering a dynamic yet creative field of exploration. Movement is approached as a way of physical empowerment and personal expression, with awareness of breath and flow. In an Aerial Yoga class, students use both the hammock and the floor to immediately feel the improvement in their flexibility, strength and alignment.

The Aerial Yoga technique achieves more than a simple stretch. Our physical posture changes over time to increase our flexibility, develop strength and forge deep, full breathing. Deep breathing reinforces a calm and serene attitude, which in turn increases our mental flexibility as well – the purpose of practicing Yoga. Aerial Yoga is uniquely developed for beginners through all levels of experience. No previous aerial, acrobatic, or any Yoga experience is necessary.