Stronger Every Class
Aerial Dance has given me the strength both mentally and physically to do things I never would have imagined. I can walk into the studio with my head held high. I can walk into a studio full of beautiful, strong women, some I have never met but still greet me with a smile and a “how’s it going”. I truly enjoy how everyone is always so uplifting towards each other. They’re always cheering each other on when someone nails a new trick or a trick we have all been working hard to nail. From my first class on the many different empowering women at Aerial have helped me conquer my fears of judgment. I always used to be afraid of joining a gym or fitness center. It had been so long since I was in shape or even knew how to properly work out. I was so scared of not being accepted or looking bad when trying to do thing that I would always back out. I never had that negative, judgmental, pressure going to Aerial. I have always been welcomed with open arms. I am praised for my successes no mater how small they may have been and always pushed and cheered on to do more. It’s a comforting feeling not having to worry about a thing when I walk into a studio. My first class I had such an amazing instructor. I was exhausted, sore, kissed by the hoop as we say, but the next day I woke up feeling on top of the world. Like I had just accomplished the goal of a life time. I got through a 50min intense workout. I was so impressed with myself. Not just because I made it through the full class, but because I had lifted my full body weight off the ground and into a hoop multiple times. I had never done anything like it and this was the first workout I had done on purpose since having my son. I felt like a super mom! I now look forward to every class and learning the next cool trick. I have struggled for years trying to find what I always thought was impossible, but I found it at Aerial! The love, encouragement, strength, and patience these beautiful women show everyday is a total breath of fresh air. I 1000x over recommend anyone and everyone to try a class. Break from the norm of working out and try it out you will not be disappointed! Join our community and get strong! Try Intro to Aerial or Intro to Pole today!
The Beginning of My Journey
I have been pole dancing for just over four years now and it is one of the only fitness programs that I have actively stayed with since I was in high school. Granted, since COVID hit there has been minor set backs with the shutdown and getting sick quite frequently. Five plus years ago, I never thought I would have taken the steps to get into my intro class, but one of my old coworkers insisted I go with her. That first day was all I needed before I signed up for a full-blown membership and continued my journey. I started off strong with pole, getting into any workshop or extra class that I could… and that is when I discovered hoop. I felt like I could touch mountain tops! Being able to string together a short combo was invigorating, but then they would get us to add some spin in there. I felt like a whole new me once I practiced hard… bruises and all. On top of a pole studio, the studio offers aerial arts. Hoop is still my favorite along with pole, but it has been a minute since I have been able to get into a class! It is always nice to go in and spend some time with our instructors, plus they always will accommodate the combos if you can’t hit a move right away! One of my favorite things about the studio would have to be that the instructors are always evolving in their skill set—whether it is active flexibility or playing on new apparatuses that could possibly become a part of our studio! On top of seeing my own progress, I love watching my peers and instructors continue to push their own boundaries and learn new skills! Also, seeing girls move up to their first advanced class and seeing the undying support from everyone else in the room is a whole new vibe. Another thing that is pretty great about our studio is we are given several opportunities to show off our skills. In April, the studio puts on the annual Student Showcase where students can choreograph their own routines and perform solo or in a group. As soon as outdoor activities start to pick up, we start performing in events around in the community. Then in the middle of summer, students start to prepare for the Annual Show. This show is choreographed by instructors and performed by students. There is not a dull moment to be had. Start your journey at Aerial Dance! Whether it’s pole, hoop, or any of our other ways for a fun workout. There are classes for everyone!
