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What to check for when starting at any aerial yoga or circus studio. Learn studio red flags vs green flags, what to ask, and what to do if you’re being rushed into drops or complex moves.
Most aerial students learn what to do—hand placement, wraps, climbs, “engage your core.” But far fewer are taught what’s happening in the nervous system while they do it. In this story, I share how one seemingly calm student hit a fight/flight/freeze wall right before inversions—and how breath, pacing, and choice helped her build safer confidence. If you’re learning aerial at home or you tend to “push through,” regulation-first cues can make skills feel faster, steadier, and more sustainable.
Aerial hammock healed my back—but trying to learn online left me confused, unsupported, and exposed to unsafe “beginner” choices. Here’s what was missing, and why I built Aerial Foundations.
Instagram and YouTube can be amazing for aerial inspiration—but they’re not a safe place to learn skills. A 30-second clip can’t teach prerequisites, progressions, exits, or what to do when something feels off, and that’s where injuries happen. In this post, I explain why “copying a move” isn’t the same as training it, and how to use social media the smart way: save ideas, then learn through a real pathway that builds strength, control, and confidence.
Aerial sling and hammock are magical… until the names start flying. One teacher’s “Rachel Wrap” is another teacher’s “Perch to Belay,” and suddenly you feel like you missed a whole chapter. In this beginner-friendly guide, you’ll learn why aerial move names change, how to recognize skills by the wrap and support (not just the label), and what to say in class so you can keep learning with confidence—no matter what your studio calls the move.
Same fabric, different setups—and the names can be wildly confusing. In this beginner-friendly guide, I break down the difference between aerial silks/fabric (two tails), aerial sling (one loop), and aerial hammock (two points), plus where aerial yoga fits in. You’ll learn what each one is, how it feels in your body, and how to choose the best place to start—without feeling like you have to “earn” your way into the air.
If aerial hammock feels intimidating, you’re not alone—and you’re not “not strong enough.” Social media shows the highlight reel, not the starting points. This post explains why every skill begins with smaller, safer steps and how Activation First helps you build confidence and progress.
Burned out by “fix your body” fitness? Aerial yoga in the hammock builds strength and core stability with low-impact movement—plus stress relief. Turn working out into an hour of play and stop torturing yourself..
Ever looked at your aerial sling and thought, “Can I really do this?” You’re not alone. Every aerialist—no matter their age, shape, or experience—started right where you are: a little nervous, a lot curious, and maybe tangled up more than once. But here’s the truth: your body belongs in the air, and your journey is uniquely yours.
In this post, I’m sharing five real-world tips that go beyond safety—they’re about claiming your space, celebrating every wobble, and finding pure joy in the process. Ready to ditch perfection and discover what you’re capable of? Let’s fly, together.
If you’ve been watching aerial videos and thinking, “Maybe someday… when I’m stronger, smaller, more flexible,” you’re not alone. I’ve been there too. Here’s what I wish someone had told me sooner: you don’t have to earn your place in the air. You just need a safe way to begin.