Safety Tips For Aerial Yoga

Aerial yoga is a fun, yet challenging workout to get involved in. It is not something you 
just try a few times, then take long breaks from. You really need to be dedicated to it in 
order to get it right. Before you do that, you should understand the following safety 
precautions.

Start in a Class First

One of the most important things to remember is that aerial yoga requires you to be 
suspended in the air, using an aerial silk or ring to hold your body for the different 
poses. While you aren’t extremely high in the air, it can be dangerous to do this on your 
own at home with no prior experience. It is highly recommended that you start with a 
class first so you can learn the fundamentals. This also ensures your silks are fastened 
and secured properly.

Wear the Right Clothing

With aerial yoga, there is certain clothing you should wear for the activity. This is for 
your own safety, not just comfort. While long yoga pants are okay for traditional yoga, 
they can get in the way when you are participating in aerial yoga. Stick to the leggings 
that hug your legs more closely, preferably capri style pants. You should wear just a 
sports bra or a tight-fitting tank over your sports bra, avoiding loose t-shirts and long-
sleeve shirts. 

Don’t Forget About Conditioning

Conditioning and strength training is a big part of aerial yoga. This is going to improve 
your strength and flexibility so that you can do the different aerial yoga moves. It is also 
essential for your safety when you are suspended in the air, allowing you not to just do 
the moves, but to have better control and prevent accidents.


