Ariel Hammock Class Descriptions | Anahata Yoga Center

Experience Inversion with Hammock Yoga!

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Beginner Aerial HammockIn this very beginner aerial hammock class you will get used to using the hammock as a prop to access deeper muscles. Build foundational strength in your arms and core for the more challenging aerial moves. An inversion at the end of the practice is optional. Level 1

Aerial Hammock Foundation Class

Our Foundation classes teach you the basics of inverting with the hammocks, re-aligning the spine. Attention to detail, safety, and alignment will be the focus for this class. Every basic inversion will be covered, along with plenty of standing poses using the hammock as a prop. Every class will have 3 inversions, that might change from week to week. The hammock is also used to go deeper into stretches that are not accessed in a regular yoga class. Aerial Hammock yoga uses techniques from Yoga, pilates, and calisthenics to build your core. Each class ends in meditation, surrounded in fabric, and is wonderfully relaxing. Level 1

Aerial Hammock Core

Want to build a strong core? This class uses traditional methods such as yoga and pilates while using the hammock to build a strong stable center. An ever-changing parade of drills and unique skills aimed to challenge a student’s balance, core, grip and ability to hold their body weight off the ground and inside the hammock. Feel free to take this class once you feel comfortable with the foundational entrances, exits and body positions taught in Aerial Hammock Foundation classes. Level 1/2

Aerial Hammock Low Fly

Aerial Yoga Low Fly contains all the elements of aerial: deep stretching, strength building, core workouts and inversions, but with the security of the fabric a foot off the ground. Imagine after a long week, replenishing in a shoulder stand, or for those of us getting ready for an awesome weekend, easy way to flip and learn new tricks, closer to the ground. Each class contains the elements of effort and ease; a perfect blend for aerial yoga, ending the class cocooned in fabric.

What are some of the amazing benefits of inverting?

Circulatory system is refreshed (body can clean out and collect carbon dioxide plus waste more efficiently)
Inversions ensure healthier and more effective lung tissue. Inverting brings blood to the well-ventilated upper lobes of the lungs, ensuring more efficient oxygen-to-blood exchange and healthier lung tissue.
Lymph system which removes waste material and extra fluids is stimulated, thus strengthening your immune system.
Inversion uses gravity to gently align, adjust, and give traction to the spine creating space for the discs while straightening and balancing the spinal column.
Inversions boots brain power. Blood flow is increased nourishing the cells with more oxygen and nutrients required for optimal brain function.
Inversion improves digestion and elimination.
Inversion elevates the mood and relieves depression, releasing neurotransmitters. It also balances hormones- combined with therapeutic postural correction it is normal to feel immediately uplifted after inversion.
Muscle tension is reported to decrease by 35% while inverting. You will feel “Tony the Tiger……Grrrrrreat!!”
Inversion can lead to a more beautiful appearance. Good posture, grace, balance and symmetry. With more blood flow to the brain the facial capillaries and hair follicles receive more oxygen and nutrients, nature’s best beauty treatment.
HOWEVER…… Inversions are not for everyone. If you have certain health restrictions, recent surgery or are unsure if this is the right time for you to start inverting, please call the studio to discuss. 513-204-5657

Before Musle Tension in the Body

50%

After Experiencing Aerial Hammock YOGA

32.5%

Registration Policy for Hammock classes:

1st preference to hammock classes will be given to current members who have hammock passes, or memberships/Passes that include hammock classes. Sign up online or download our app to avoid confusion and guarantee your spot.
Drop in’s (either online or walk in’s) will be admitted after all above clients have hammocks.

Safety Precautions

For your safety and care of our equipment you must adhere to the following guidelines, or you may not be admitted to hammock classes:
• Wear a t-shirt that covers your underarms.
• No ZIPPERS, BUTTONS OR JEWELRY. No exceptions. No sharp objects on the body of any kind, including nails or body piercings.