Have you been curious about the new fad that has been overtaking Austin?
Acro yoga is a partner-focused yoga that lets you fly high, spin, and pop in the sky. It takes the balance, flexibility, and strength of an individual yoga practice and builds into it the dynamic movement of acrobatics. This partner practice involves two people, a base and flyer (and at times a spotter) who work together to create beautiful shapes and patterns through movement.
Where can you learn Acro Yoga?
There are many ways you can learn acro yoga. Below are a few great options to chose from based off what type learning environment works best for you.
Classroom: Learn the basics and structure
If you’re new to acrobatics or yoga, a great way to learn is to take a beginner class or workshop. There are various classes around Austin and in most major cities.. In fact, there is an upcoming beginner acro yoga workshop this fall at Yoga Yoga Westgate. Click here or read below for the full details.
“Jams”: Jump in and play, learning from people you meet!
Jams are a great place to see acro yoga in action. Watch seasoned practitioners fly through the sky and see how the basics are done as other newbies learn. Many jams are outdoors. On Sundays, Zilker Park and Barton Springs are known locations for hosting “acro-jams.” An acro jam is a group of acro yogis that get together and “play,” create shapes with free-form movement, on athletic mats. This form of learning is unstructured: individuals come and go as they please, working with multiple partners to learn and hone skills. This is a great option if you that like to jump in feet-first and try something new. When you show up to a jam: introduce yourself, say you are new and want to learn.It’s more than likely you will get to play with the person you talk to, or they will direct you to someone you can work with.
Trainings: If you love a good intensive
This option is great for you want to hone your techniques, work with the same group for an extended period of time, and grow with a new community where you all progress together. In a training, you will learn dynamic movements, challenge your skills with new balances, transitions, and continuous movement, washing machines. There are multiple acro yoga trainings around the world. A great resource for trainings in your area is Acro Yoga International. Here you can type in a city and find upcoming trainings, festivals, and workshops around the United States and globe.
What’s coming up and how to get started?
Acro Yoga for the Beginner Workshop at Yoga Yoga Westgate
Join Angie & Ryan for a special introduction to Acro Yoga!
In this class, you will learn body awareness, cultivate trust, build strength, and use therapeutic stretches to open and restore the body. This beginner class will teach you how to fly safely, protect yourself in a fall, and the fundamentals of acro yoga. Expect group games, partner calibrations, flight school, and spotting training, and lots of fun. All levels welcome!
Come fly with us!