A Wellness Blog by The Yoga Dance Co
What is Aerial Yoga?
What is Aerial Yoga? Finding Lightness, Strength, and Calm in the Hammock
6 Reasons Aerial Yoga Is the Self-Care You Didn’t Know You Needed
At The Yoga Dance Co, we like to say aerial yoga is more than just a workout. It’s a whole-body, whole-mind reset. A sanctuary in the air. A chance to move, breathe, and feel like yourself again—maybe for the first time in a while.
If you’re craving a deeper kind of self-care, here are 6 reasons why aerial yoga might be exactly what you didn’t know you needed.
How Floating Can Make You Feel Grounded: The Mental Benefits of Aerial Practice
At The Yoga Dance Co, we’ve seen firsthand how powerful aerial practice can be—not just for strength and flexibility, but for clarity, confidence, and emotional well-being. In this post, we’re diving into the mental benefits of aerial practice and how something that looks like flying can actually help you feel more anchored in your mind, body, and life.
Benefits of Mindfulness for Neurodivergent Children
This week, we’re honored to feature a thoughtful guest post by Breezy Ocaña Flaquer—an astrophysicist, longtime yoga practitioner, and educator—who beautifully explores the powerful connection between mindfulness and neurodivergent learning. With insights drawn from both research and personal experience, Breezy highlights how mindfulness practices can support attention, emotional regulation, and social connection in children with ADHD and autism. A must-read for parents, educators, and anyone curious about how movement, breath, and presence can create space for every child to thrive.
7 Tips for Your First Aerial Class
At The Yoga Dance Co, we know that walking into a class where people are hanging upside down or floating midair can feel a little… intimidating. But we promise—behind the dreamy lighting and graceful shapes is a space filled with encouragement, curiosity, and community.
Post-Workout Recovery Meals: Restore and Rebuild Naturally
You just crushed your aerial class or flowed your heart out in yoga—now what? You could plop on the couch with a bag of chips (we’ve all been there), or you could treat your body to what it really needs: the right foods to rebuild muscles, replenish energy, and reduce soreness.
5 Signs You’re Ready to Try Aerial Yoga (Even If You’re Scared!)
Here’s the truth: you don’t have to be fearless, flexible, or “fit” to start aerial yoga. You just have to be open to trying something new. If you’ve been curious about trying aerial yoga, here are five signs you’re ready.
Silks & Self-Esteem: How Aerial Practice Builds Confidence from the Inside Out
At The Yoga Dance Co, we’ve seen it over and over: people show up hesitant, sometimes even scared, but they leave standing a little taller (yes, even after hanging upside down). Confidence is like a muscle—it grows the more you use it. And practicing aerial gives you the perfect space to stretch, strengthen, and fly into a more confident version of yourself.
Pre-Class Fuel: What to Eat Before an Aerial or Yoga Session
Whether you’re hanging from silks, balancing in tree pose, or flowing through sun salutations, what you eat before class makes a huge difference in how you feel, perform, and recover. At The Yoga Dance Co, we believe food is more than fuel—it’s part of the rhythm of your practice. In this post, we’ll break down the why, what, and when of pre-class nutrition, followed by 3 easy, nourishing recipes that support your active body and mindful spirit.
Cardio Barre: The Perfect Low-Impact Workout for All Ages
If you’ve ever wanted a workout that combines the elegance of dance, the strength-building focus of Pilates, and the heart-pumping energy of cardio—without being too hard on your joints—Cardio Barre might just be your new favorite way to move.
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.
Auburn Haney, Founder + Instructor + Owner