Does working out always have to be a serious endeavor? I hope not. Two days ago I attended my first Aerial Yoga class, and I think it may be True Love!
I’ve been slightly jealous of my friends who live in Oakland, because of their proximity to Trapeze Arts. One in particular has threatened to run away and join the circus (you know who you are), because the workouts are SO fun. Well, am I thrilled with my newest FUN way to work out.
Y’all know I’m a huge fan of Yoga, but often I resist teachers who are too dogmatic. Amber taught our class Monday night at The Yoga Studio in Campbell. She set the intention for our yoga practice to be playful, and right there, in the first 2 minutes of the class, I knew I was in the right place. Intentions were set, then it was time to climb in to the hammocks. The soft fabric that supported our suspended poses was breathable and a little stretchy.
The side bends with which we began our practice felt great. Warrior and Tree poses were challenging; finding a visual still point while you are slowly spinning is new for me. The flips and inversions are poses will require some more arm strength, but look like a ton of fun. I’m proudest of my handstand with legs wrapped in the silk fabric.
It takes a lot of arm strength and core strength to swing through the air with the greatest of ease, even though the class is not acrobatic. There are tiny little red “hickey” dots at the front of my arm pits where my arms were suspended in some of the flying poses, and I love them. Amber took great care to modify poses as needed for my needs, and assisted anyone who felt dizzy or turned around.
Right now I’m less jealous of my Oakland friends, thanks to Aerial Yoga. Although we lack a Flying Trapeze here in the South Bay, here are some additional fun ways to work out:
- Sky High Sports in Santa Clara
- Planet Granite in Sunnyvale
- Many Skating rinks in San Jose, ice and wooden
Any fun workout facilities I’ve missed? Please include them in the comments.
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