A Wellness Blog by The Yoga Dance Co
The Science of Hanging Upside Down: How Inversions Improve Mood and Focus
Discover how going upside down can boost your mood, improve focus, and reset your nervous system. From better brain function to stress relief, learn the science behind yoga and aerial inversions—plus a bonus Kids’ Corner for little movers!
5 Breathing Exercises to Reduce Overwhelm
At The Yoga Dance Co., we know that movement is medicine—but so is stillness. Taking a few intentional breaths can be one of the most powerful ways to reconnect with your body, calm your nervous system, and recenter your spirit.
How to Create a Fun Fitness Routine for the Whole Family
Family fitness doesn’t have to be another thing on your to-do list. With a little creativity and a flexible mindset, it can become a fun and meaningful way to connect, move, and unwind together.
Why Aerial Yoga Is the Perfect Stress Reliever for Teens
Unlike traditional workouts, aerial yoga offers a unique combination of movement, mindfulness, and fun. It’s a safe space where teens can escape the pressures of daily life, strengthen their bodies, and quiet their minds—all while suspended in the air…
The Importance of Rest Days: How to Recover After Aerial Workouts Without Losing Momentum
Rest days aren’t lazy days—they’re active, intentional tools in your wellness toolbox. When you practice aerial, you’re asking your body to do some truly incredible things. Rest is what allows your body to say yes to those things again and again…
The Joy of Movement: How Dance-Based Fitness Supports Mental Health
What if movement wasn’t about burning calories, hitting a goal, or “pushing through the pain”? What if it was about joy?
Breaking the Myths: Debunking Common Misconceptions About Aerial Yoga
Goodnight Aerial Soundbath
Recently at the Yoga Dance Co, we hosted a beautiful evening of restorative aerial yoga paired with a live sound healing session—and let us tell you, the results were pure magic…
What is Aerial Dance?
Aerial dance is a breathtaking fusion of strength, grace, and creativity, combining the fluid movement of dance with the exhilarating sensation of flight. Using aerial silks, dancers perform suspended movements, weaving their artistry and athleticism into mesmerizing routines. Unlike traditional dance, aerial dance adds a vertical dimension, allowing performers to defy gravity, spin, climb, and flow seamlessly through the air.
Soaring Beyond Fear: How to Build Confidence in Aerial Dance and Yoga
Aerial dance and yoga can be as intimidating as they are mesmerizing. Watching practitioners gracefully defy gravity can leave you wondering, Could I ever do that? The short answer: Yes, you can.
Nutrition for Aerialists
Aerial arts demand a unique combination of strength, flexibility, endurance, and focus. Whether you’re practicing aerial yoga, silks, hoop, or trapeze, your body needs the right fuel to perform at its best.
Aerial Yoga: A Powerful Tool for Relieving Anxiety
Anxiety has become a common experience in today’s world, causing burnout and overwhelm for many of us. The hustle and bustle of daily routines, combined with the pressures of work, relationships, raising families, and responsibilities, can leave many feeling anxious and mentally fatigued…
Welcome to the YDC Blog!
Hello and welcome to the official blog of the Yoga Dance Co! We’re so excited to create this space where movement, wellness, and community come together.
Auburn Haney, Founder + Instructor + Owner