Aerial Yoga
A combination of traditional yoga poses, pilates and dance with the use of a hammock.
What is Aerial Yoga?
Aerial Yoga is the practice of yoga poses incorporating a soft fabric hammock. It is suspended off the ground and used as a prop to assist alignment and provide spinal decompression.
With the weight of the body partially or fully supported and the help of gravity, we can explore and create space in the body. Suspension releases compression on the joints and spine, helping achieve proper posture and alignment.
How to Prepare for Class
Do not use hand lotion, wear jewelry, belts, or clothing with grommets or anything that could snag the fabric. Avoid very baggy clothing; short sleeves are recommended. Trim nails and avoid eating heavy or acidic foods an hour before class.
Safety Notes
Not safe for: glaucoma, heart conditions, pregnancy, epilepsy, traumatic brain injury, high blood pressure, vertigo, TIA, neck or spinal injury. Consult your doctor if you have medical conditions before starting aerial yoga.
Schedule / Questions: Call 304-641-6827
Top 10 Health Benefits of Aerial Yoga
- Total body workout — tones muscles and strengthens joints.
- Psychologically beneficial — relieves stress and boosts creativity.
- Improves flexibility — releases tension and deepens practice.
- Heals back problems — allows spine to lengthen and decompress.
- Increases strength — beneficial cross-training and core work.
- Puts you in a great mood — releases serotonin, endorphins, and dopamine.
- Improves balance and stability.
- Aids digestion through various stretches and movements.
- May reduce age-related issues by improving circulation.
- Improves memory by fortifying neural connections.
Aerial Instructors
Mary Ann Renzelli
ACE group ex certified, NASM personal trainer, 200 hr RYT, 40 hour Aerial Trained at Yoga On York.