Class Description

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Note: Before signing up for your class, be sure to read the description of the apparatus you are interested in learning about to ensure that we can continue maintaining a safe environment for all participants and instructors. Make sure to read the pre-requisites for each level. If you have no experience, sign up for an Intro class.

If you have experience and are not sure where to begin, feel free to e-mail us at luna.ascend@gmail.com.

Aerial Hoop

Aerial Hoop, also known as Lyra, is a suspended metal circle used to perform dynamic, graceful, and strength-based aerial movements, poses, and transitions.

  • This class is for those that are new to aerial hoop. If you have never no aerial hoop experience, then this class is a must.

    You’ll work on grip and knee hang strength, foundational conditioning exercises, and basic moves.

    No requirements.

  • You must have teacher approval and are able to to do the pre-requisite moves before moving onto Level 1.

    This class is for those that are ready to move on from Intro to Hoop classes. You’ll learn inversions, conditioning, and moves that will allow for more complex moves and transitions. You’ll also learn how to move while the hoop is spinning and how to generate and control spins.

    Prerequisites:

    • Mounting and Dismounting Hoop via Side Climb

    • Hanging shoulder shrugs and knee tucks

    • Double Knee Hang

    • Back Hip Balance

    • Wine Glass

    • Cradle

    • Moon

    • Fly Away Split

    • Front Amazon

    • Mermaid

    • Coffin

    • Gazelle

  • Those that are ready more complex and challenging moves and have solid Level 1 foundations and practice.

    Prerequsits:

    • Hold the top of a pull up for 5 seconds

    • Single Hip Hangs (top and bottom of bar)

    • Top Double Knee Hangs

    • Reverse Moon

    • Peter Pan/Angel

    • Candle Stick

    • Running Man

    • Side Amazon

    • Reverse Moon

    • Shoulder Stand

    • Crescent

    • Bus Drive

    • Bottom Figure Four

    • Criss Cross

    • Leg Switch

    • Front Hip Balance

    • Jamilla

    • Inside Straps Foundations

    • Standing on hoop

    • Bottom hoop hangs

    • Gazelle

  • For those that are ready for an advanced level of Hoop.

    Prerequisits:

    • Minimum of 1 year of level 2 classes/hoop experience.

    • Trapeze mount from top and bottom of hoop.

    • Straddle mount.

    • Pull over mount from top and bottom of hoop.

    • Forward fold/hang.

    • Back balance.

    • Inside straps inversions.

  • Designed for students with at least a Level 1-advanced beginner foundation or higher. This class explores a mix of skills tailored to your experience.

    Pre-requisites:

    • Minimum of 6 month of Level 1 - Aerial Hoop classes

    • Must be familiar with level 1 moves.

Aerial Hammock

Aerial Hammock uses a soft fabric loop suspended from the ceiling on a single point. In class, you’ll develop strength, and flexibility through flowing sequences, supported inversions, and creative shapes.

**This is not an aerial yoga class. If you’d like a gentler, restorative class, sign up for an aerial yoga class.

  • **This is not an aerial yoga class.

    No experience needed. This beginner-friendly class introduces you to the basics of aerial hammock, including wraps, seated poses, inversions, and fundamental tricks. 

    You must take this class if you do not have experience with aerial hammock.

  • **This is not an aerial yoga class.
    Perfect for advanced beginners, this class builds on foundational skills while introducing you to complex wraps, technique, drops, and flows in the hammock.

    Pre-requisites:

    • Must have instructor approval to move up to Level 1.

    • Ability to safely mount and dismount the hammock unassisted.

    • Straddle Inversion unassisted.

    • Catchers climb/diaper.

    • Climb to hip key.

    • Basic standing positions.

    • Front hip balance.

    • Those that have Silks Level 1 experience and up can also qualify to take this class.

Aerial Fluidity

Find your flow in the air. Hoop and Hammock Fluidity focuses on seamless transitions, creative movement, and the artistry that connects each trick.

  • This class is not for first timers.

    You must have a minimum of 6 months in a Level 1 Hoop class and a basic understanding of Level 1 moves.

  • You must have a minimum of 6 months in a Level 2 Hoop class and a basic understanding of Level 2 moves.

Designed for students with aerial foundations ready to bring more artistry and flow into their practice, this class blends aerial tricks with expressive movement and choreography.

The apparatus for this class alternates monthly between Aerial Hammock and Lyra with a focus on 1 choreo for the month.

NOT FOR FIRST TIMERS. MUST HAVE EXPERIENCE IN HOOP OR HAMMOCK. If you have never taken a Hammock or Hoop class, sign up for an Intro to Hammock or Intro to Hoop class. 

Aerial Dance

  • You must be able to perform these moves confidently in order to take this class.

    • Hammock Level 1 experience

    • Able to safely invert without assistance or instruction 

    • Confidence in Front Hip & Back Balances

    • Basic Standing Position  

    • Baby Roll Up.

  • You must be able to perform these moves confidently in order to take this class.

    • Must have Hoop Level 1 experience

    • Mounting & Dismounting Hoop via Side Climb

    • Double Knee Hang

Aerial Silks

Aerial Silks is a dynamic practice that blends strength, flexibility, and fluid movement using two suspended fabrics. In this class, you’ll learn how to climb, wrap, invert, and transition through sequences both in the air and closer to the ground.

  • In this class, you’ll learn how to climb, wrap, invert, and transition through sequences both in the air and closer to the ground building confidence and body awareness every step of the way.

    Expect to develop upper-body and core strength, improve mobility, and explore creative expression.

    For beginners, no experience required.

  • If you have silks experience at another studio, please email us at lunaascend.com.

    Hammock experience is not a substitute for Silks. You must take Intro to Silks before taking Silks Level 1 class.

    Aerial Silks Level 1 is for students who already have a foundation in silks. You should be familiar with basic grips, beginner climbs, and introductory movements.

    In this class, you’ll progress into:

    • Stronger, more efficient climbs

    • Foot locks and transitions

    • Intro to inversions

    • Foundational wraps and sequencing.

    Prerequisites:

    • Intro to Aerial Silks classes and instructor approval.

    • Basic foot lock

    • Foot lock on both feet

    • Comfortable climbing 

    • Inverting with Silk Knot and without from the ground 

    • Flamengo and Hip Hold combo

    • Must be able to hang for 10 seconds (bent arms and straight).

    You must be able to confidently and independently do all the prerequisite moves with no assistance to attend Silks Level 1.

Aerial Yoga

Using a double-point hammock for added support and balance, this class focuses on improving flexibility, building strength, and introducing simple, accessible tricks and inversions. You’ll move through a combination of slow flow, conditioning, and deep stretch to leave feeling both challenged and restored.

No experience required. Great for all levels.

This class uses a double-point (two-anchor) hammock for added stability and support.

Flying Pole

Flying Pole is designed for students with prior aerial experience or experience on a standard pole. In this class, you’ll learn foundational flying pole grips, transitions, spins, and controlled inversions while building strength, coordination, and aerial awareness.

*NOT FOR INTRO AERIAL STUDENTS. MUST HAVE AERIAL OR POLE EXPERIENCE.

Prerequisites:
• Must have aerial apparatus experience or pole experience.
• Ability to engage shoulders and core with control.
• Must be able to maintain a dead hang with active shoulder engagement (no collapsing) for 10 seconds or more.

Open Aerial Lab

Open Aerial Lab is a self guided training space for students who want extra time to practice, explore, and refine their skills.

This is not a structured class, there is no instructor guidance. If you do not have experience on an apparatus you will not be allowed to continue the session and will be asked to sign up for an Intro class.

Apparatus' Available:
Hoops, Hammock, Silks, Loops, Straps, Mini Lyra, and Aerial Pole

Pre-requisite:

  • Must have previous experience on your chosen apparatus.

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Flexibility

An all-levels class designed to improve mobility, flexibility, and active range of motion.

Modifications and progressions are offered so students can work at their own pace, whether you’re building flexibility for the first time or deepening your existing practice. Great for supporting aerial training and overall movement health.

All levels are welcome. No experience required. Modifications provided.

What to wear?

Wear fitted athletic clothing that covers the back of the legs, midsection, and underarms. Please remove all jewelry (rings, bracelets, watches, zippers, and necklaces) prior to joining the class. Please do not wear any lotion or make up on your body that can stain the apparatus. Please remove shoes upon arrival.

Note: Anyone under the influence of drugs or alcohol will be removed from participation with no refund.

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