Later on, in 1990 a Broadway choreographer and former gymnast, Christopher Harrison, founded the Antigravity Movement. ![]() However, back then it wasn’t considered a type of yoga, but rather a small part of the routine. He used to teach his students to hang upside down with ropes in order to make inversions easier to perform. While there isn’t a general consensus about the history of Aerial Yoga, it’s well known that the first teacher who used fabric as a prop was BKS Iyengar. This allows yogis to do more challenging poses without adding pressure on their head, shoulders, or spine. It incorporates the same asanas as other yoga styles like Vinyasa, Iyengar, or Hatha the main (and obvious) difference is that the poses are performed “up in the air” with the help of a hammock or a swing. It combines traditional yoga poses with Pilates and dance, along with the use of a hammock. Image credit: Santosa Detox and Wellness CenterĪerial is a style of yoga that has caught yogis’ attention in the past years thanks to its originality, playfulness and its many benefits. Read along to learn more about the history of Aerial Yoga, what makes it different from other styles and to find out whether this type of yoga might suit you. ![]() Should you not be able to travel as scheduled, we’d be happy to help you alter your booking with the same organizer or with a different organizer. Note: BookYogaRetreats offers a flexible cancellation policy. You can try this fascinating style on an Aerial Yoga retreat where you’ll be guided by experienced teachers while surrounded by beautiful landscapes.
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