Things I Wish I Knew Before Starting My Aerial Dance Journey

Need some workout motivation? In this video, I share with you my 3 YEAR Aerial Dance Journey and things I wish I knew before starting my journey.
I started Aerial Dance without any physical background, I thought it would be impossible to do what I do today. Watch until the end to hear the full story. If you enjoy it, it would help me out if you share this video with a friend, or simply leave a comment to share your story=)!
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[@aerialpractice]

What did you wish you knew at the start of your journey? Let’s hear it 👇👇

[@Tannyaaa__]

The pinch factor ! The first time up there I was like why my skin hurts so much lol

[@user-ze3ce7lh6c]

@@Tannyaaa__ I just hung

[@Awesome2E]

That’s the silks really hurt ur legs

[@Awesome2E]

And it’s super scary but u have to go for it

[@sarahbeth1222]

This is so helpful and reassuring. I started hammock this year age 42. I am not as "good" as the others in my class and I struggle sometimes with adapting the moves because I'm a larger person but I keep reminding myself that I'm only measuring myself against me.

[@aerialpractice]

Yes Sarah! You will grow so much more than you can imagine =) that's how I feel now, and that's only a few steps ahead of you!

[@cecilemagnier7113]

Also... it is fine to never become a *great* aerialist. I am having fun with it, it good for my mind and body. That is enough ! We have the right to enjoy something even if we are not goor or great at it. I am proud to stick with it 😊

[@aerialpractice]

Yesss! I think when you are having fun it's the great aerialist feeling we all want to be hahah!

[@aerialpractice]

I am incredibly proud of myself for sticking with it too (seriously thought I would quit). Knowing how difficult it is to continue and stick with it I am also really proud of you too!

[@Rissgabriellee]

Ahhh “I am good when I feel good” I love this!!

[@aerialpractice]

100%! where are you in your journey Marissa

[@christineworden912]

I am just starting aerial (trapeze!) at 34. I can’t do a pull-up yet and I’m working on building my strength. I really appreciate your short videos because I have a tendency to work out too hard, be sore for days, and lose momentum. This video is so encouraging. Thank you for sharing your progress 💕

[@aerialpractice]

That's so great to hear! I also still cant' do pull up yet, but it is not as easy as what it sounds like. I am working on building my upper body strength too, looking to share more soon and hope you will find that useful!

[@iamagod92]

I needed to hear this! I want to push myself so badly to "finally" get that next trick. Thanks for the reminder to be patient and stay in tune with my body through this journey!

[@aerialpractice]

I felt like I can’t be the only one eager to be good but end up not treating myself well! Taking it slow feels harder than the scariest tricks sometimes😅but will also come with practice 😘

[@soapygirl83]

That consistency matters both in what I do in the air and what I do on the ground. I am 38 years old and I have been doing Arial off and on since I was 22. I have in the last year really been able to structure my finances and my life so that I can do aerial once or twice a week and I can cross strength train on the ground 4 or 5 days a week and I'm really seeing the fruit of my efforts and my consistency. I was really excited to do a skill that used to be hard but now I feel comfortable and confident.

[@aerialpractice]

I feel you! I am also working for that day. Feeling comfortable and confident is more important than getting any tricks

[@alannahjeannelim8037]

Turning 43 and 8 years in aerial. Loving it more each year. ❤❤❤

[@mamymoc7578]

Yes yes yes!!! I always tried to be "the best" at dancing while skipping the most important things like resting, basic moves etc. Now i focus on my body and on what it needs and doing small workouts but regulary 💪🏻

[@aerialpractice]

EXACTLY. i cant believe that took me so long to learn. it's not the sexiest story but i wish more people can understand!

[@BlinkyB23]

I started pole at 32! And I can see myself getting better and better the longer I do it (6 mos now). The most beautiful thing about it (and this community) has been that most people see it as a journey and embrace where they are in it...Thank you for making this vid! It's very moving and I'm proud of you, and anyone else who picks up something later in life and sticks with it ^-^ You don't have to be the best. You're right where you need to be. I also can very much relate to not "feeling" my muscles...I didn't have a dance or fitness background at all when I started and that really takes time and mindfulness to develop!

[@aerialpractice]

Proud of you too! Thank you for sharing your story

[@MrPriceJones]

This is so inspiring and relatable! I've only been practicing a couple weeks and yes it is HARD, but I appreciate both the physical and mental challenges of silk and am excited to build strength and courage! Glad I found your channel.

[@aerialpractice]

HARD but rewarding!!!! If you can do this you can deal with any challenge in life haha!

[@shivanichakkarwar1354]

I am doing aerial since a year now, I practice and teach Aerial hammock in India, and let me tell you one thing I can’t thank you enough for creating this amazing video as this is exactly what I needed to hear at this point, thank you so much again, you are doing so amazing 🤍🫂✨

[@aerialpractice]

Happy to hear that! Keep going! you can do it

[@lilianee7778]

I am 53 and just discovered aerial yoga. I have little arm and core strength although my lower body is pretty strong. I find weight training and core training boring and so glad that aerial makes it all fun. Now when I do my other cross training workouts I have a goal to focus on. Maybe 53 isn’t too late.

[@aerialpractice]

I also find weight training boring but now nothing is boring if it can helpe me to do aerials better! Do you feel a change in your body?

[@lilianee7778]

@@aerialpractice well I just attended 4 classes on a trial package. Just signed up but I can only afford 1X a week ( although not sure if I can do more than that physically). But man my core is sore for days. On the day we had to pull ourselves up and I just couldn’t. My arms were sore for days too. Haha. And needing to get used to the tight silk around the inner tights haha.

[@luving689]

I love how, supportive and encouraging thank you! I enjoyed your bravery to share your story. I’m eternally grateful for all your empathy for beginners and showing no one is a professional in one day! Even though the want and drive is so much the control and conditioning involved before jumping in is important I’ve learned after one class but now it makes me just want to learn how as you said perfect ( know how to use my body) I feel so awkward but I know I have my heart in this and I will be able to achieve a climb with just some wonderful advice from you and others and my heart still involved in achieving the right way! Your beautiful and I thank you.

[@alicelefae]

I'm starting to get back into it after an injury and getting out of shape and this is really inspiring!

[@sabrinaholguins1841]

lovedddd thissss!

[@chinesewithjenjenlee]

You did well!!!

[@Elemiriel]

This video made me smile so big for you, I almost teared up! What a journey

[@aerialpractice]

Thanks for watching and leaving me the comment. I appreciate it.

[@valerianovas9390]

Loved your video. I started lyra two months ago and feel I lack strenght, flexibilty and everything I can lack. I talked to you on insta and you are so nice and encouraging. Thank you

[@aerialpractice]

Do you have the same name on insta? Sorry I react to quite a handful of people on various platforms but eventually I always recognize:) I found out what I thought I lack of was less of an issue compared to what I didn’t know I lack of 😂but that’s why this journey is worth the work. You will learn so much about your body

[@feminatimusic8575]

You are soooo inspiring and amazing!! Thank you for doing this 🙏🏼🔥🔥🦋

[@aerialpractice]

Are you an aerial dancer too?

[@addypie4122]

I have been doing this for five years now, and it the best thing to ever happy to me, the feeing of being the air and even the pain makes me feel so alive. I can’t imagine my life without aerial.

[@aerialpractice]

SAME!!!Nice to know that I am not the only one haha

[@cp-np9cp]

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[@monicachochinov5466]

I’m a beginner and I found your advice really helpful! I like the idea of making simple moves look elegant and pretty.

[@aerialpractice]

Which is VERY hard already!

[@lesheawhite1870]

I just got started doing aerial hoop and I'm not flexible. I'm going to keep trying. My coach is awesome

[@codileighs]

Thank you for sharing your journey! You are such an inspiration. I found your channel at the perfect time as I'm 7 weeks into my aerial journey and realizing there are ups and down to this practice. Thank you!!

[@aerialpractice]

7 weeks! Exciting! If you are looking to get stronger you should check out Fit for Aerial. it's a 12 week challenge!

[@zainabbahman9997]

Love it ❤️😍

[@aerialpractice]

Thanks🥰how’s aerials going for you?

[@Tannyaaa__]

Love your attitude! Thank you for the vdo ! I have just started aerial not long time ago now :))

[@aerialpractice]

You can do it! Are you focusing on learning aerial dance?

[@Tannyaaa__]

@@aerialpractice yes I am ! I just started and I’m soooo into it !!!

[@TheCornDavis]

I definitely needed this video

[@aerialpractice]

What's your struggle????

[@TheCornDavis]

@@aerialpractice I think my biggest struggle is trying to get to the best I can be in such a short time. Also realizing that I should be targeting certain areas and goals rather than trying to do everything at once and overworking myself

[@jessicatorres8159]

I'm 39 and I just restarted aerial yoga in February after a couple of years and started sling in May.i feel so much stronger than I have in a long time. I love seeing the cool things my body can do and I've lost over an inch on my waist (while gaining some seriously bruised legs lol). I did my first aerial pullover yesterday and if you had told me 6 months ago that I would be able to achieve that I would have called you a liar. I may not be great but I'm consistent and that is helping me see regular progress!

[@aerialpractice]

Yesss you can achieve anything! With time and with dedication, and the ability to set achievable goals ahha! I am so glad to hear that you are seeing your body doing cool things, let me know if there is something specific you want to see.

[@greenqueen42092]

This video was really great, I loved how you talked about learning how to pace yourself. Pacing is something I've always struggled with but have been forced to learn as my body starts to fail me. Being disabled has really slowed my pace, I am now 2 years into my aerial journey and I am loving it just as much as I did when I started. Being ok with not being where my class is, being patient with myself and I get ever stronger are things I wish I'd been more aware of when I first started. I didn't know my own limits and it was making me suffer for days after a class with the residual pain. I've started doing some simple drops, have been stronger than ever and thanks to my slow pace, I am learning control while I gain strength which has made me feel so powerful. I'm 30 this year as well and I feel so good about how much I've progressed. I really wish I had documented more of my failings so I could really see how far I've come. I can almost do a full pull over now, when I could barely get my feet off the ground when I started!

[@aerialpractice]

Wow this is super relatable! There is so much I wish I did or knew sooner but you know that's life! We are all smart and stupid in our ways hahah! I always think it's funny to consider our titles and achievements and I am here thinking I don't even know how to properly walk with my own feet.

[@natalialaserna4799]

Loved this video. I literally felt like I was joining too late to the game because I’m 27 years old, been practicing Aerial hoop for the past 6 months and I would love to be good at this. Getting to know that you started at my same age gives me hope of looking at myself in 3 years doing amazing figures just like you do. So thanks! ❤

[@aerialpractice]

A few years from now you won't feel late anymore!

[@femafull]

Beautiful videooo

[@aerialpractice]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@yansant]

I took a few aerial classes at 30 and then stopped for about 6 months. I just restarted taking classes and practicing and am even more pumped to get better. I’d say one thing I wish I knew was how to listen to my body to rest.

[@aerialpractice]

EXACTLY THE POINT! I wish there were someone to share what does that really mean and why is that the most important, it’s a lot of effort to learn for those who started weak (like me)

[@beautiful6957]

Thanks 🙃

[@aerialpractice]

No problem! Whre are you in your journey?

[@manhasa]

Eunice you're my angel in disguise ❤️

[@aerialpractice]

How’s aerials going for you

[@deidreking4472]

I love your videos especially the shoulder injury..excercises . My question is ...how do you hang your hammock from a single point with a swivel?

[@aerialpractice]

I use a swivel now that already has gates so I can just use that. You can see the photos here: aerialpractice.com/articles/aerial-products/get-more-space-for-aerial-sling-in-low-ceilings/

[@tsuihoyee7516]

Thankyou

[@aerialpractice]

Are you an aerial dancer too? What's your apparatus?

[@lowkey.lovely]

I do aerial too you have awesome tutorials

[@aerialpractice]

Thank you 🥰what’s your story?

[@lowkey.lovely]

@@aerialpractice I saw your hoop videos for flows and stuff like that then I looked and you did aerial hammock too! For my birthday I asked for one from my parents and they got me it.It helped me get stronger and know to never give up!I’m proud because I can already do a pin drop!

[@tinaklare6681]

I went for my first Lyra Class yesterday and so in love with it. Do you recomend getting your own hoop to keep practising at home too or just taking classes at the moment and strengthening basic workouts at home?

[@aerialpractice]

I got my hoop 2 years after my first place, because it is quite an investment. but I had my hammock at home before that, without it i would not have the progress i have today,

[@cantthinkofanything4838]

And here I was at 14 thinking I was starting too late😅

[@aerialpractice]

haha Sasha 14 is when everything is totally possible!

[@evelynvongizycki1017]

I gave up when my shoulder froze I am feeling better how do I get back

[@aerialpractice]

Take it very slow! I actually just had this chat with another friend. Gonna expand it into a video on condition and growth for getting back! Think you will enjoy it. How do you feel now doing aerials after recovery?

[@evelynvongizycki1017]

@@aerialpractice I haven’t done it yet I’m going to start you are an inspiration

[@lana6335]

Hi. I'm 54. I think I'm sooooo late for it...😅

[@aerialpractice]

Never too late!

[@Thef.n_e]

Hello💖

[@aerialpractice]

How are you ???😊

[@Thef.n_e]

I am good,how about you?💜

[@SeraDoll89]

Kitty says my turn. I can do this better. *jumps* bye human catch me if you can lol