{"id":4107,"date":"2026-11-07T10:54:42","date_gmt":"2026-11-07T05:24:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.vinyasayogaashram.com\/blog\/?p=4107"},"modified":"2026-11-07T10:56:25","modified_gmt":"2026-11-07T05:26:25","slug":"the-joy-of-flying-aerial-yoga-for-beginners","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.vinyasayogaashram.com\/blog\/the-joy-of-flying-aerial-yoga-for-beginners\/","title":{"rendered":"The Joy of Flying- Aerial Yoga for Beginners"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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Have you wondered what it\u2019s like to fly? As a kid, we all have. Perhaps you even attempted to, ending with a broken ankle? Hopefully not! But as soon as our imagination develops, we all wish to fly. As we grow older, we become practical, we stop trying. While that definitely prevents another broken ankle fiasco, somewhere along we also forget to be creative and bold. We stop wondering. But what if we tell you, you can still fly, for real! With support of course! <\/p>\n

Allow us to introduce you to the joy of Aerial Yoga. High above the ground, in a silk hammock, gripping and twisting and flying, you can discover the absolute wonder of being air borne. This style of yoga combines traditional poses performed while hanging in a hammock from the ceiling. <\/p>\n

Why Aerial Yoga?<\/strong><\/p>\n

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  • It is gentle on your joints. Since the hammock supports part of your body weight, there is reduced pressure on your wrists, knees, hips, and lower back. Most students with joint stiffness or sensitivity tend to enjoy aerial yoga.<\/li>\n
  • It allows your spine to have breathing room. Gently inverted poses where your head rests lower than your heart give your back a decompression opportunity. After a whole day of sitting, your back will appreciate it. Students usually experience a feeling of lightness afterwards that lasts for hours.<\/li>\n
  • It develops your quiet strength. Balancing yourself in the hammock puts your core, shoulders, and back muscles through subtle work. You will not be doing an intensive workout, but you may notice a change in your posture over time.<\/li>\n
  • It makes you feel playful. This can easily go unnoticed. The last time you felt like a child on a swing ride? Yes, aerial yoga gives you this feeling again, and giggles during class are the cherry on top.<\/li>\n
  • It quiets your mind. It is wonderful to be held in the fabric, especially during the last pose of relaxation. Stress starts melting during class.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    What to expect for your first class?<\/strong><\/p>\n

    The duration of the class is usually about an hour long. The instructor demonstrates how to set the hammock according to your height and how to get into and out of it safely. Your practice starts with easy warm-ups, using the hammock to perform some stretching and standing postures. Then the class goes deeper into opening poses, which involve supported backbends, hip openers, light inversions, etc. All the poses are done very slowly, and the instructor suggests easier and harder variations to choose from. Usually, most of the classes end with the practice called “cocoon”, where you lie in the hammock wrapped around you and do not move for several minutes. You might fall asleep and that is completely okay!<\/p>\n

    Who is it for?<\/strong><\/p>\n

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    • Beginners who struggle with floor yoga: The hammock takes some of the load off your body and makes certain postures easy which may be difficult to perform on the floor.<\/li>\n
    • Individuals with tight muscles and inflexibility: With the help of the fabric, you get to stretch slowly and gain your range of motion naturally.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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      • Individuals with sore joints and spine issues: Inversions that involve hanging take load off your spine and the pressure from other parts like wrists, knees and hips. This is good for office workers with tight backs.<\/li>\n
      • Active individuals and athletes: These individuals use aerial yoga as cross training to increase their flexibility and core stability.<\/li>\n
      • Yoga practitioners looking for playful exercises: Usual exercise routines are more or less the same, but the excitement of hanging in a hammock might motivate and encourage you to explore new movements.<\/li>\n
      • Most age groups: People from their teens up to older people can practice aerial yoga under the guidance of a good instructor.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        Who should avoid?<\/strong><\/p>\n

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        Individuals with severe hypertension, glaucoma, heart disease, vertigo, surgeries within recent years, or a tendency to faint are not advised to do any inversions or need to check with a physician before doing so. Also, pregnant women should only join pregnancy classes that have medical clearance. People who are afraid of heights might find it difficult too.<\/p>\n

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        Some extra tips for a smooth session<\/strong><\/p>\n

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        • Wear snug-fitting clothes. Loose clothing will easily slip or get in the way. Opt for tight active wear. Try to avoid short sleeves or shorts during practice. Long sleeves and long leggings will protect your skin from rubbing against the silk.<\/li>\n
        • Do not wear any accessories. Watches, rings, or necklaces will likely catch on the silk.<\/li>\n
        • Avoid eating a big meal before the session. Heavy food and inversion training do not go together.<\/li>\n
        • Share your feelings with your teacher. If there is any discomfort or pain, mention right away. Safe practice should be the priority. <\/li>\n
        • Take your time getting in and out of poses. Dizziness can occur when you get out too quickly or abruptly. Find stability and patience. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

          Aerial yoga shows how a light, fun filled practice can be just as effective and beneficial as a serious, floor yoga session. Sometimes, a new perspective is needed to reconnect with the childlike joy and curiosity within, and Aerial Yoga does just that. It reminds you that you can still try to fly! <\/p>\n

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