7 Day 50-Hour Aerial Yoga Teacher Training Course in Rishikesh, India, with Sound Healing Session

Certifications

The course/hours count as Continuing Education hours for Registered Yoga Teachers (RYT®) only.

Program

Aerial yoga, also known as anti-gravity yoga, is a type of yoga that incorporates the use of a suspended fabric hammock as a prop. The hammock acts as a support system and allows practitioners to perform traditional yoga poses in a unique and dynamic way. This form of yoga was developed to provide a low-impact workout while also promoting relaxation and stress relief.

Why is Aerial yoga so popular?

Unique experience: Aerial yoga offers a unique and exciting way to practice yoga that is different from traditional yoga on a mat. The use of a suspended fabric hammock adds an element of playfulness and fun to the practice, making it appealing to people who are looking for something new and different.

Low impact: Aerial yoga is a low-impact form of exercise that puts less stress on joints and bones, making it a great option for people with injuries or physical limitations.

Improved strength and flexibility: The use of the hammock as a prop provides support and resistance, helping to increase strength and flexibility. Practitioners can also perform inversions, which can improve circulation and energy levels.

Stress relief: Aerial yoga is designed to promote relaxation and stress relief. The calming effects of the practice, combined with the sensation of floating in the hammock, can help to reduce stress and promote a sense of well-being.

Social aspect: Aerial yoga classes are typically held in a group setting, which provides a social aspect that many people find appealing. Practicing yoga with others can help to create a supportive community.

Decompresses the back: Aerial yoga has always been a way to create more traction in the spine thereby releasing any compression in the lower back or thoracic spine.

Course Syllabus

• Aerial yoga basics

All you need to know about the material, rigging, safety considerations and terminology of Aerial yoga. What is Aerial yoga, its history and benefits, the different swing brands, and the difference between Aerial yoga and other disciplines.

• Aerial yoga practice

Practice theme based and focused classes in different styles such as Vinyasa, Hatha or Restorative. Learn a huge variety of poses to stretch, strengthen and have fun with flying and going upside down.

• Asana and teaching lab

Receive detailed instructions on how to teach asanas on the ground and in the air with a variety of ways how to use the hammock in your practice. Learn correct alignment and useful ways to modify poses for various levels. Practice teaching your fellow students during the training and in a final teaching group at the end of the week (in English language).

• Aerial flow sequencing

You will be given all the tools you need for sequencing the poses in order to design safe, fun and creative sequences for beginners and advanced students. The main focus will be Hatha and Vinyasa sequences with the hammock on hip level. Explore the different possibilities with the swing and flying transitions, and create a safe sequence.

• Anatomy

Get a better understanding of how the human body works and what you need to know for a healthy Aerial yoga practice, including the use of inversions in a therapeutic way.

• Anatomy

They share helpful tools for teachers, how to improve your teaching language, hold space, manage the classroom, develop a successful teacher personality and your Aerial teaching profession.

• Adjusting and spotting

Adjustments and spotting are valuable tools to deepen the experience of your students, guide them into correct alignment and keep them safe as they explore new movements and poses.

• Self-practice and live class

This session will provide participants with an opportunity to practice what they have learned in a live teaching environment. It's a good time for them to explore and be creative in their own style of practice with own strength and capacity. Teachers will be presenting in the class for the observation and help in need.

• Bonus content

1. Aerial sound bath – A wonderful technique with elements of sound healing to relax your students in the Aerial yoga hammock

2. Practice Aerial Restorative – Using the hammock on low height to practice longer held poses to stretch deeper layers of the tissues, calm the nervous system and deeply relax.

• Study material

You will receive a very extensive Aerial yoga manual of more than 180 pages with all information covered in the training modules, pictures of 150 poses, extra video tutorials and further references for your study.

Daily schedule

• 06:30 - 07:00 Pranayama
• 07:00 - 09:00 Asana / strengthening / stretching
• 09:00 - 10:00 Breakfast
• 10:00 - 11:00 Anatomy
• 11:00 - 13:00 Aerial yoga practical session
• 13:00 - 14:00 Lunch
• 16:30 - 17:30 Self practice
• 17:30 - 18:30 Teaching method
• 19:00 - 20:00 Dinner

Note: This schedule is subject to change. Actual class times may vary.