How Long Does an Aerial Take to Learn?
Most students require one to two years to learn aerials. Once grasped, aerials feel simple to perform and enable versatile choreography. Aerial yoga helps lose weight by engaging muscles to complete poses while suspended, building lean muscle and burning fat. With strong, quick cartwheels, aerials become possible to start learning.
Getting Started with Aerial Silks
Initially, build cartwheel strength. Then, add a rear leg hop while bringing the launching leg parallel to the chest. Explosively take off upwards. Don’t rush progression; take time building body strength before attempting tricks. Run first to gain momentum if needed.
Eventually, cut running and generate takeoff momentum solely from the explosive hop. Aerial silks can be difficult for beginners as there is much to learn controlling the body while suspended, requiring upper body strength. Expect a 6-week foundation before strengthening. Repeat beginner levels before progressing further. Holds should last 30 seconds to increase muscle gain. Silks challenge more than pole work as skills happen midair, demanding greater strength and stamina to climb and invert. With practice over 1-2 years, moves start feeling simpler to execute, enabling dynamic performances.