FAQ

Aerial Yoga is the art, sport, or practice of performing poses and inversions using a hammock or swing that’s suspended from the ceiling, frame, tree, whatever. It is known by many different names, depending on where you live. So, you may also find aerial yoga is referred to as: Anti-gravity yoga Zero-gravity yoga Upside-down yoga Circus yoga Air yoga Flying yoga Inversion therapy Spinal decompression technique All of these names usually refer to the same thing, which we call Aerial Yoga.

No, aerial yoga is not a difficult sport/form of exercise. If anything, it’s more relaxing than energetic, but it does burn calories. Aerial Yoga does take some getting used to if you’re not used to spending time upside down! At first, aerial yoga looks like it’s something very difficult that takes a lot of skill and practice to perform. Unlike other forms of aerial sport, this is not the case with aerial yoga. In fact, aerial yoga hammocks/swings actually make it easier for you to perform yoga poses that you may otherwise find difficult. Many first-timers at an aerial yoga class are surprised at how simple it is and how safe it feels to be well-supported by a strong, soft trapeze swing. Also, the wonderful sensation of hanging upside down, the head rush, the sense of thrill combined with achievement that you don’t get with other forms of exercise. Aerial yoga is not reserved for the skinny, athletic, flexible amongst us, it is a sport that’s suitable for everybody. It doesn’t matter what your current fitness level is, aerial yoga is for all levels of fitness. It does take a short time to become comfortable in the yoga swing, then you’ll be able to practice aerial poses with ease and grace! Aerial Yoga positions are not difficult to get into or hold for long periods of time, as your body is well-supported by the swing and apparatus.

All sports carry some form of risk. Aerial yoga is an incredibly safe sport. However, if you’ve recently had surgery on your hips, knees, ankles or back then you should consult with your doctor before using a yoga swing.

No fat-shaming here! Most apparatus and equipment used for aerial yoga is generally tested with a maximum weight of 330lbs (150kg). If the equipment is used correctly then aerial yoga apparatus, rigging and hammocks/swings are safe to use at home or in a commercial setting. However, some yoga swings, such as the MY2RG Product Yoga Trapeze Swing can support 600lbs (272kg), and can easily support two people! Always do your research first!

No prior experience is required. The fitter you are, the easier the exercises will be. The following athletic abilities are helpful: good coordination, strength and flexibility. Cardiovascular fitness hardly plays a role – just as in Hatha Yoga.

At the beginning of the 21st century, various American artists developed the Aerial Yoga group training in the hammock. Although the bottom end of the vertical aerial silk was previously hung so that a U-shape was formed and children and non-professionals could do simple exercises, now a systematic group training had been created through Expert training coaches. In the meantime, several German Aerial Yoga teachers have invented new names and sometimes have registered them as a brand. While some teachers may incorporate other techniques such as meditation or mantra canting, while doing less physical exercise, or even claiming to have developed a unique new style, the basic Aerial Yoga technique with U-shaped aerial silk hammock is always the same. If you compare Aerial Yoga teacher training courses, pay attention to the experience and qualification of the teacher, the size of the group, the quality of the manual as well as the participant’s feedback! Aerial Yoga TV Documentaries, Training Videos are available in our YouTube channel.

The torso and abdominal muscles are trained particularly well when you have to stabilize the loose suspension of the aerial sling with your muscles. This type of exercise is called functional sling training and is known by TRX Suspension Training®. The whole body can be trained in a balanced way with Aerial Yoga. Only the aerobic cardiovascular endurance is not recommended. For this purpose, running, cycling or swimming are better.

The renowned Indian yoga teacher B. K. S. Iyengar, a pioneer of modern yoga, had the idea to suspend himself upside down from the pelvis. He attached two ends of a harness to a wall. The technique is the same as in Aerial Yoga. It reduces the pressure on the vertebral discs and the back muscles can relax. Afterwards you will feel three inches longer. Try it yourself.

Aerial Yoga is a unique exercise that has elements of cardio, strength and flexibility training. This means that you get a full-body workout in one session. There are so many other benefits to aerial exercise, including: Increased cognitive abilities Improved spinal health Improved lung function Promotes digestive health Increased flexibility Spinal decompression Stronger muscles Improved blood circulation Ease general aches and pains

If you suffer from one of the following conditions inverted postures are not recommended: Glaucoma (increased pressure in the eye), untreated very high blood pressure. Furthermore, if your doctor told you not to exercise.

Generally speaking, exercise is healthy. It should be adjusted during the progressing pregnancy. For example, in Aerial Yoga, this refers to inverted postures or positions where the aerial sling lies on the front of the hip and could press on the abdomen. Simple exercises while standing or relaxing in a supine position are of course possible. If in doubt, ask your gynecologist. The recommendations of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists can be found here: Exercise during Pregnancy

If you are prone to travel sickness (kinetosis), you should do less rocking and turning. If you feel dizzy, it helps to look into the distance with your eyes on the horizon. It is even better to lie on your back and close your eyes, so that visual impressions are eliminated. Also sleep or ginger water help. Of course, there are also drugs for motion sickness. The over-the-counter travel sickness chewing gums and -tablets contain the active substance Dimenhydrinat. It acts both preventively and as a treatment of kinetosis. It does make you a little tired, though. Dizziness-free swinging and spinning can be trained by increasing the duration gradually. This is what acrobats and figure skaters do, so that the balance system gets used to it and adapts to it.

Generally speaking, exercise is healthy at any age, provided there are no pre-existing conditions that oppose it. In the open Aerial Yoga classes, the participant’s age ranges from about 15 to 70 years.

Although videos provide a good way to analyze the technique, you can start with it, but they do not substitute for instruction by an expert. Often there are small details in exercises that are not apparent from photos or videos. These can make the crucial difference between an exercise that is effective and fun.

Our Heavy Bungee Resistance Band Set fit for ceilings about 8 feet tall. If you have higher ceilings, please purchase our longer daisy chains to meet your height demands.

Yes, We provide one set for free for Concrete Installation (Installation of this device will be at your risk as we don’t perform this installation activity. Also you have to check with the Professional who will Install, because all ceilings are different, the hardware that goes into your ceiling is not included in this kit. However, the Extension Strap (Daisy chain) could be used to mount to a round pipe or beam in the house or Outdoor.

Left and Right Distance:1.5-2m,Front and Back Distance:1.8-2m.