In Balance Yoga has 14 Aerial Hammocks with a double attachment point hung from four ceiling steel beams.  For students with little to no experience with Aerial Yoga.  Learn the basic skills with us! Experience the feel of the hammock, learn proper alignment, and practice safe entry on and off hammock. Introduction to aerial poses, simple flowing sequences & basic inversions. Strengthen upper body muscles and develop core strength. The hammock is suspended at hip height – release chronic tension, experience “lightness” and have a lot of fun!

Ready to learn to fly more?  You are already comfortable with your hammock, have taken at least 3 of our Aerial for Beginners and are familiar with our basic inversions – then this class is for you! With less time focused on introductions and instruction on our basic flow we can spend more time exploring deeper inversions, challenging transitions, and more advanced aerial yoga poses! Transitions will be quick and complex, building on our Aerial Class. Develop core power & stability through strengthening exercises using the hammock. Build stamina, explore coordination skills and fly with us!

**Pre-Requisites: you must have attended 3 Aerial for Beginners classes here at In Balance Yoga before you can join the Experienced Class

Aerial Strength & Fly is a fusion of exercises using the aerial hammocks, yoga mat, hand weights and other props to enhance the class. Expect a fun & challenging workout using the hammock for bodyweight and other strengthening exercises. We will incorporate pilates and barre inspired moves, balance work, and yoga – based stretching. Breakdown tricky transitions, explore deeper inversions and more advanced yoga poses. Each class will be unique and exciting – come ready to sweat and work!

**Pre-Requisites: you must have attended 1 Aerial for Beginners class here at In Balance Yoga before you can join this class

  
This class is for anyone seeking deep release & total relaxation. Unlike a regular aerial class that places the hammock at hip height, the hammock for restorative aerial is around 12 inches off of the ground. The low hammock offers greater support and deeper relief of tension in key areas: hips, shoulders, and low back. Class consists of 4-6 poses held in extremely supported ways for longer duration. The extended time in each posture allows the instructor to personalize the practice to each student, assisting them in use of the props, adjustment of body position, and gentle massage to encourage total relaxation.

Blocks & bolsters are used to increase the ability of students to find gradual opening without strain. Students are guided through meditation and soft breathing techniques. Boost the immune system and quiet the nervous system to reduce stress in the body, mind, and spirit.

  
50 minutes of deep stretch using the support and/or suspension of low hanging silk hammocks. 10 minutes of meditative space in your silk. All levels. Each yogi adapts the shape/asana to suit their body and practice (props offered). Yin poses are held from two to five minutes, gently stressing joints and connective tissues. The fascia is released, that network of tissues which surround and separate other tissues and muscles. Joints are strengthened; fascia becomes lubricated and adaptive. The overall yin practice activates parasympathetic nervous system: inducing rest and digest, creating deep relaxation, and ultimately fresh neurological connections.

   
Experience breathwork, meditation, and slow, mindful movement in this 75 minute, all levels class.  Each class will have a theme that is woven throughout the class, focus on traditional poses, and promote health, harmony and self awareness.

  “Community” class means that there is no charge to attend.  We are offering this class to our community for no charge.  Community classes are open to all levels and are usually taught by our In Balance Yoga Teacher Training recent graduates.  The type of class varies.

 
“Community” class means that there is no charge to attend.  We are offering this class to our community for no charge. We are grateful for Blacksburg Battles Cancer for providing the grant to fund this training at In Balance Yoga for us through the Christina Phipps Foundation. Yoga for Cancer Training had a profound impact on us. We are dedicated to helping cancer patients, survivors and caregivers through this time. Join us for a gentle yoga class meeting each student with where they are, connecting to breath, meditation and gentle movement. Chairs available.

  “Donations” class means that there is no charge to attend however donations accepted to support the listed organization.  In Balance Yoga donates 100% of proceeds to the organization being featured.  Donations classes are open to all levels. Contact [email protected] if you are interested in setting up a Donations class to support a cause close to your heart and serve our community and beyond.

  
Flow classes have a varied sequence. This class is open to all levels: especially for new students, seniors, students experiencing injury, or those wanting to “fine tune” their practice.  Accessible to any and all body types. A flowing class linking breath and movement in sequences that work all of the major joints and muscles of the body.  Posture, meditation, and movement are introduced. Learn alignment and simple breathing techniques. Use props to support your poses. Feel comfortable in the foundational postures that are offered.

  
Yoga practice using water as the prop. 

  
Gentle classes have a varied sequence. This class is open to all levels: especially for new students, seniors, students experiencing injury, or those wanting to slow down. Accessible to any and all body types. Posture, meditation, and movement are slowly introduced. Learn alignment and simple breathing techniques. Use props to support your poses. Feel comfortable in the foundational postures that are offered.  Class will have slow transitions between standing and floor series to meet each student where they are.  Prenatal friendly.