Aerial Yoga
What is it?
Aerial Yoga classes use a fabric hammock as a prop during the practice. The hammock is usually suspended about 1 metre above the ground and is made of a special silk. This versatile prop can make your practice more accessible, by supporting your body weight, or increase the challenge as you use body weight resistance. Going upside down (inverting) is a regular feature of these classes as the hammock gently suspends the body, allowing the spine to decompress and lengthen – the perfect antidote for modern day life!
Who can do it?
Most people with a general level of fitness and mobility can practice Aerial Yoga. At The Yoga Barn, we have a range of classes, courses and workshops to cater for differences in our students experience and ability. See class descriptions for more information.
Due to the inverting practice in aerial yoga, those with high (or very low) blood pressure, vertigo, glaucoma, detached retina, coronary disease, prosthetic joint, recent surgery, spinal surgery, recent stoke, osteoporosis or pregnant women should not practice Aerial Yoga.
Top Tips for Aerial Yoga classes
Wear a long sleeved tops or T shirt that covers your armpits for hygiene reasons
Avoid loose fitting clothing
Cover arms, knees and midrift – sports/gym clothing
Avoid any zips on clothing
Remove all jewellery
Eat at least two hours before your class
Socks with grips are essential – no shoes at all in the practice room
Avoid wearing strong perfumes/oils/body lotions
Ensure you let your instructor know of any injuries or illnesses PRIOR to the start of the class.
Throughout the class take responsibility for yourself.
Listen carefully to the instructor.
Listen to your body and quietly observe how your body feels.
Rest if you need to at any point.
Enjoy!
