Saturdays, 2pm – 3:30pm

If you are brand new to aerial yoga this workshop is the start of your journey! We will introduce you to using the aerial hammock as a yoga prop. Students will learn the basics of aerial yoga; including terminology, wrist wraps, hammock placement, inversions, and safety practices. We will also help you understand the difference between the various aerial yoga class offerings. Leaving you feeling confident and ready for classes on our weekly schedule.

Please email us at info@flyingbuddhastudio.com if our workshop days/times are not possible with your schedule or if you’d prefer a private one-on-one or private group setting, we can make arrangements for you.

This workshop is the prerequisite to taking any aerial yoga class listed on our weekly schedule. Class is limited to 12 students. Sign up early to reserve your spot!

Cost of workshop: $55 without hammock rental, $65 with hammock rental

New student special: Aerial Yoga Foundations + 2 aerial classes for $95 (does not include hammock rental)

*Please note that we require a hammock rental to cover the costs of properly sanitizing our hammocks after each use. There is also the option to purchase your own hammock (payment plans are available). If you are bringing your own hammock that was not purchased at our studio please let your instructor know so they can evaluate the equipment for safety. Only climbing grade equipment may be used in our studio.

12/27, Saturday, 9:15am – 10:30am

In this workshop students will learn the basics of bungee fitness; including equipment, terminology, and safety practices. Please note that you will learn to set up your lane, size your harness, and how to use and work with the bungee system. We will introduce you to a variety of movements with the bungee and link the movements together to create beginner sequences. The workshop will be a 35 minute set up, a 30 minute class, and a 10 min cool down. This experience will leave you feeling confident and ready for our bungee series!

What is bungee? Bungee is a high intensity, low impact workout that is easy on your joints and a ton of fun! This apparatus requires a pack of bungee cords and a harness worn around the hips and waist to support a person while they move their body into various shapes and practice creative movements from leaping, bouncing, to lunges, push-ups, squats, handstands, jumps, etc. This cardiovascular workout will build coordination, strength, and endurance all while toning your body!

Cost of workshop: $65

Important: After registering, please email info@flyingbuddhastudio.com with your weight (in lbs) and clothing size (S, M, L, XL, etc.) as soon as possible. This information is required so we can prep the correct harness and bungee setup for you. If we don’t receive your details on time, we can’t guarantee participation.

12/28, Sunday, 1:30pm – 2:30pm

This workshop is designed for new students who have never taken pole and for those just beginning their pole journey. This workshop is for you! Students will learn the basics of pole, proper technique and cueing, and safety practices for spins and transitions. You will leave this workshop confident and with a solid foundation built for success.

Be sure to bring or wear shorts, as skin contact is important for safely gripping the pole and executing certain moves.

Note: This workshop is a prerequisite to all pole fitness classes. If you are not new to pole, please contact the Front Desk for approval to attend other classes.

Class limited to 10 students.

Please email us at info@flyingbuddhastudio.com if our workshop days/times do not work with your schedule, or if you’d prefer a private one-on-one or group session—we can make arrangements for you.

Cost of workshop: $55

New student special: Pole Foundations + 2 classes for $95

12/28, 12/29, 12/30
Sunday – Tuesday, 1:15pm – 4:30pm

Flying Buddha Kids Winter Retreat takes place during school break and is three days of activities that will help your kids reset and recharge, learn fun aerial skills, and connect with other kids with similar interests.

Similar to our summer camps we will teach kids to play and move mindfully through a variety of activities: traditional yoga, aerial yoga, aerial arts (including lyra, aerial dance), breathwork/meditation, tie dying a FBS t-shirt, and sensory activities. Ages 6 – 11 and older. Camp is limited to 15 students.

SCHEDULE

Sunday
1:15pm – 1:30pm – Arrival and setup
1:30pm – 2:30pm – Aerial class
2:30pm – 3:00pm – Snack, Break
3:00pm – 3:30pm – Tie dye camp shirts
3:30pm – 4:30pm – Sensory activity/arts and crafts

Monday
1:15pm – 1:30pm – Arrival and setup
1:30pm – 2:30pm – Aerial class
2:30pm – 3:00pm – Snack, Break
3:00pm – 3:15pm –Vision board prep
3:30pm – 4:30pm – Vision boards

Tuesday
1:15pm – 1:30pm – Arrival and setup
1:30pm – 2:30pm – Aerial Jenga
2:30pm – 3:00pm – Snack, Break
3:00pm – 4:15pm – Aerial Dance Routine Practice
4:15pm – 4:30pm – Aerial Dance Performance for Family and Friends

Upon registering please email us your child’s shirt size by 12/15/25 so we can order the appropriate amount of t-shirts for our tie dying activity.

Cost of workshop: $270 (includes healthy snacks and Flying Buddha t-shirt)

Tuesday, 5pm – 6pm

Perfect for all fitness levels, this dynamic workout focuses on endurance, stability, and full-body toning. Whether you’re new to pole fitness or looking to build strength, you’ll find a supportive environment to challenge yourself and boost your confidence.

Prerequisite: Pole Foundations

This class is limited to 5 students so please sign up early to reserve your spot.

Cost of workshop: $55

Thursday, 1pm – 2:15pm

Step into a unique, multisensory experience designed to help you set intentions for the New Year and cultivate mindfulness. Connect deeply with your senses as you explore your body, mind, and spirit, fostering presence and awareness in each moment.

Sound: Float weightlessly in a hammock as you are immersed in the soothing vibrations of a sound bath with crystal singing bowls, guided by Elise Pierre, trained in Meditation in Motion, Breath Therapy, Reiki, Yoga Nidra, and Sound Healing. The harmonizing power of sound can balance energy along the meridians, ease negative emotions, release old patterns, and reset your physical, emotional, and mental state.

Touch/Feel: The hammock creates a cocoon-like environment—soft, protective, and grounding—offering a sensation some compare to the safety of the maternal womb.

Scent: Certified Essential Oil Health Care Professional Dr. Gloria Wang, Ph.D., will blend therapeutic essential oils to enhance your sensory journey and deepen your relaxation.

Taste: Conclude your session by savoring cold-pressed juices as a nourishing treat for your taste buds.

All levels welcome. No experience required.

Cost of workshop: $65 with hammock / $75 with hammock rental

Friday, 7:30 pm – 8:30 pm

Join us on the first Friday of every month for Club Flying Buddha (open gym) —a laid-back, anything-goes space to share your aerial, pole, and lyra moves! Whether you’re looking to practice performing or simply soak in the vibe, this is your chance to connect, express yourself, and showcase your progress in a nightclub-style atmosphere—complete with lights, music, and a high-energy club vibe.

Wear what you want. Move how you feel. Let go and let it flow.

Cost: Members are free or $20 per participating student, sign up now!

Saturdays, 2pm – 3:30pm

If you are brand new to aerial yoga this workshop is the start of your journey! We will introduce you to using the aerial hammock as a yoga prop. Students will learn the basics of aerial yoga; including terminology, wrist wraps, hammock placement, inversions, and safety practices. We will also help you understand the difference between the various aerial yoga class offerings. Leaving you feeling confident and ready for classes on our weekly schedule.

Please email us at info@flyingbuddhastudio.com if our workshop days/times are not possible with your schedule or if you’d prefer a private one-on-one or private group setting, we can make arrangements for you.

This workshop is the prerequisite to taking any aerial yoga class listed on our weekly schedule. Class is limited to 12 students. Sign up early to reserve your spot!

Cost of workshop: $55 without hammock rental, $65 with hammock rental

New student special: Aerial Yoga Foundations + 2 aerial classes for $95 (does not include hammock rental)

*Please note that we require a hammock rental to cover the costs of properly sanitizing our hammocks after each use. There is also the option to purchase your own hammock (payment plans are available). If you are bringing your own hammock that was not purchased at our studio please let your instructor know so they can evaluate the equipment for safety. Only climbing grade equipment may be used in our studio.

Saturday, 4pm – 5:15pm

You’ve seen beautiful performances and cool tricks on the Lyra, but you don’t even know yet how to get yourself up there? You think you are not strong enough, your hands get tired way before the class ends and have no idea where to even start? Start here with a Lyra Foundations workshop. You will learn easy and graceful ways to get onto the Lyra, beginner-friendly poses, transitions and shapes, low flow on the bottom of the Lyra, and aerial-specific safety and conditioning techniques and drills.

 Lyra Foundations is the prerequisite to attending other lyra classes on the schedule.

Cost of workshop: $55

New student special: Lyra Foundations + 2 Lyra Classes for $95

Sunday, 1:30pm – 3pm

In this 90 minute workshop, you will have the freedom to float and sway to the womb-like environment of the supportive, aerial yoga hammock. You’ll learn a few restorative aerial yoga poses, so that you can explore the most relaxing shapes for you during the workshop. Poses can be grounded or flying. After taking shape with the support of the aerial hammock, you’ll enjoy deep vibrational, highly tuned sounds from perfect-pitch crystal quartz empyrean and alchemy singing bowls, Himalayan singing bowls, gongs, chimes, ocean drum and more. These powerful vibrations can balance dissonant frequencies in the body, bringing them to harmony and creating feelings of relaxation and connection. Each bowl and tone represents a different energy system or chakra, for deeply healing effects. Bring your intentions and be prepared to float away into bliss. You’ll leave feeling refreshed and relaxed in a very unique way. 

Space is limited. Sign up early to reserve your spot! Please note, each attendee must create a Mindbody profile and register in order to reserve their spot in this workshop.

Cost of workshop: $45 without a hammock rental, $55 with a hammock rental

1/4, 1/11, 1/18, 1/25, 2/1, 2/8
Sundays, 3:30-4:30pm

In this 6 week series students will learn how to coordinate a variety of movements with the bungee and link the movements together to create fun cardio sequences.

Bungee is a high intensity, low impact workout on your joints that is a ton of fun! This apparatus requires a pack of bungee cords and a harness worn around the hips and waist to support a person while they move their body into various shapes and practice creative movements from leaping, bouncing, to lunges, push-ups, squats, handstands, jumps, etc. This cardiovascular workout will build coordination, strength, and endurance all while toning your body!

Please note that this class consists of a 20 minute set up, a 30 minute bungee class, and a 10 min cool down with the Rollga and stretching.

Prerequisite: Bungee Buddha Foundations

Cost of workshop: $300 for the series

Important: After registering, please email info@flyingbuddhastudio.com with your weight (in lbs) and clothing size (S, M, L, XL, etc.) as soon as possible. This information is required so we can prep the correct harness and bungee setup for you. If we don’t receive your details on time, we can’t guarantee participation.

Sunday, 9:15am – 10:45am

Tuesday, 5pm – 6pm

Perfect for all fitness levels, this dynamic workout focuses on endurance, stability, and full-body toning. Whether you’re new to pole fitness or looking to build strength, you’ll find a supportive environment to challenge yourself and boost your confidence.

Prerequisite: Pole Foundations

This class is limited to 5 students so please sign up early to reserve your spot.

Cost of workshop: $55

Saturday, 2–3:15 pm

Ready to explore something new? In this workshop, students will learn an original chains sequence that builds into a complete mini routine.

You’ll work with a single set of chains featuring two loops—a unique apparatus that challenges your creativity, coordination, and flow. Learn how to navigate and transition between the loops like solving a graceful, movement-based puzzle.

Perfect for aerialists looking to expand their skills, explore a new apparatus, and experience the artistry of chains in a safe, supportive environment.

Prerequisites: Recommend some experience with another aerial apparatus or pole.

Heels or socks are optional. We recommend wearing leggings, and you’re welcome to bring an extra layer to protect your skin as you get accustomed to working with the chains.

Cost of workshop: $55

1/10, Saturday, 3:45pm – 5pm
1/11, Sunday, 2pm – 3:15pm

In this workshop students will learn the basics of bungee fitness; including equipment, terminology, and safety practices. Please note that you will learn to set up your lane, size your harness, and how to use and work with the bungee system. We will introduce you to a variety of movements with the bungee and link the movements together to create beginner sequences. The workshop will be a 35 minute set up, a 30 minute class, and a 10 min cool down. This experience will leave you feeling confident and ready for our bungee series!

What is bungee? Bungee is a high intensity, low impact workout that is easy on your joints and a ton of fun! This apparatus requires a pack of bungee cords and a harness worn around the hips and waist to support a person while they move their body into various shapes and practice creative movements from leaping, bouncing, to lunges, push-ups, squats, handstands, jumps, etc. This cardiovascular workout will build coordination, strength, and endurance all while toning your body!

Cost of workshop: $65

Important: After registering, please email info@flyingbuddhastudio.com with your weight (in lbs) and clothing size (S, M, L, XL, etc.) as soon as possible. This information is required so we can prep the correct harness and bungee setup for you. If we don’t receive your details on time, we can’t guarantee participation.

1/11, Sunday, 12:30pm – 1:30pm

This workshop is designed for new students who have never taken pole and for those just beginning their pole journey. This workshop is for you! Students will learn the basics of pole, proper technique and cueing, and safety practices for spins and transitions. You will leave this workshop confident and with a solid foundation built for success.

Be sure to bring or wear shorts, as skin contact is important for safely gripping the pole and executing certain moves.

Note: This workshop is a prerequisite to all pole fitness classes. If you are not new to pole, please contact the Front Desk for approval to attend other classes.

Class limited to 10 students.

Please email us at info@flyingbuddhastudio.com if our workshop days/times do not work with your schedule, or if you’d prefer a private one-on-one or group session—we can make arrangements for you.

Cost of workshop: $55

New student special: Pole Foundations + 2 classes for $95

Saturday, 2pm – 3:30pm

Love working the base but running out of ideas? Learn Colleen’s favorite ground-based tricks using your butt, your forearm, knee pits, and other body parts to hold onto the pole while never going higher than standing. 

Tricks include: floor steel panther, floor sneaky-V, violator, forearm stands, and more!

Prerequisite: Pole Foundations + should be safely inverting or willing to try! 

Cost of workshop: $65 —Take two of Colleen’s workshops and get $10 in total savings—use promo code JOLLY10 at checkout!

Colleen’s workshops:

• Use Your Butt: Low-Flow, Pole-Assisted Body Part Balances (Intermediate) with Colleen Jolly
• Spectacular Spreadies: Flying (Intermediate-Advanced) (Pole) with Colleen Jolly
• Roll Out: Intro to Rolls, Slides, and More! (Intermediate) (Lyra) with Colleen Jolly
• Bend Not Break: a Mobility-informed Backbend Workshop (Non-Pole) (All Levels/Beginner Friendly) with Colleen Jolly

About your instructor: Colleen Jolly is a certified pole dance enthusiast and entrepreneur. She has been poling for 14+ years, owns and operates the International Pole Convention (PoleCon), is the Executive Director of the pole industry’s first trade association the IPIA, teaches movement in the DC metro area regularly, is a partner and instructor with 123 Poling.com, a Liquid Motion Master Trainer and On Demand Certification Coach, a RAD Mobility Ambassador, and was the Advanced Tricks and Mobility Instructor for the Pole  Company. She is the model for the “Pole Anatomy” book by the Pole PT. Previously, she owned and managed a pole studio in Washington, DC. Currently Colleen regularly competes in pole dancing competitions at the professional level. She has performed at the Kennedy Center and with Snoop Dogg, but not at the same time. Her first book “Mobility for Pole” was published in the fall of 2022.

Saturday,  3:45pm – 5:15pm

Raise those spreadies to the gods in this advanced class learning all of Colleen’s favorite, #crotchtastic splits with tips for making your current tricks more splitty!

Tricks include: Jade, no-hands jade, jallegra, bird of paradise (inverted/upright), binds, pegasus, and more!

Prerequisite: Pole Foundations + should be safely inverting from the floor. Spin pole optional.

Cost of workshop: $65 —Take two of Colleen’s workshops and get $10 in total savings—use promo code JOLLY10 at checkout!

Colleen’s workshops:

• Use Your Butt: Low-Flow, Pole-Assisted Body Part Balances (Intermediate) with Colleen Jolly
• Spectacular Spreadies: Flying (Intermediate-Advanced) (Pole) with Colleen Jolly
• Roll Out: Intro to Rolls, Slides, and More! (Intermediate) (Lyra) with Colleen Jolly
• Bend Not Break: a Mobility-informed Backbend Workshop (Non-Pole) (All Levels/Beginner Friendly) with Colleen Jolly

About your instructor: Colleen Jolly is a certified pole dance enthusiast and entrepreneur. She has been poling for 14+ years, owns and operates the International Pole Convention (PoleCon), is the Executive Director of the pole industry’s first trade association the IPIA, teaches movement in the DC metro area regularly, is a partner and instructor with 123 Poling.com, a Liquid Motion Master Trainer and On Demand Certification Coach, a RAD Mobility Ambassador, and was the Advanced Tricks and Mobility Instructor for the Pole  Company. She is the model for the “Pole Anatomy” book by the Pole PT. Previously, she owned and managed a pole studio in Washington, DC. Currently Colleen regularly competes in pole dancing competitions at the professional level. She has performed at the Kennedy Center and with Snoop Dogg, but not at the same time. Her first book “Mobility for Pole” was published in the fall of 2022.

Receive 3 Certifications in 1 Training: Hatha Yoga, Aerial Yoga, The Great Yoga Wall

Saturday, 1:30pm – 2:30pm

Are you curious about becoming a certified yoga teacher—or looking to deepen your personal practice? Join us for a free in-person information session to learn more about our upcoming 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training (YTT) program. 

Ask questions directly to the studio owner and your lead trainer—whether you’re wondering about the curriculum, schedule, or what it’s really like to teach. 

🎁 Special Bonus: Attend the info session and receive an exclusive early bird discount when you enroll!

What to Expect:

• Meet Sarah Rehman—Flying Buddha founder and lead YTT instructor—and ask your questions directly
• Get an overview of the three core practices included in the training:
  • Hatha Yoga
  • Aerial Yoga
  • The Great Yoga Wall
• Learn about the Flying Buddha classes and weekly practice labs included in your training journey
• Observe a short prop-based demo showcasing how props are integrated across all three yoga practices
• Ask questions, take notes, and connect with others exploring this path

About Sarah Rehman

Sarah Rehman is the founder and lead instructor at Flying Buddha Studio and the guiding force behind our 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training. Her yoga journey began as a path to personal healing—and quickly grew into a passion for guiding others.

Sarah completed her 200-hour YTT at Urban Ashram Kashi Atlanta in 2011 and has since pursued advanced studies in yoga anatomy, yoga therapy, Thai massage, aerial arts, and more. Her training includes:

• The Breathing Project with Leslie Kaminoff & Amy Matthews
• Senior Yoga Therapy certification, Duke Integrative Medicine
• Thai Massage certifications from SomaVeda and Thai Institute of Healing Arts
• Advanced aerial, Lyra, and Great Yoga Wall Fundamentals trainings

In 2017, Sarah opened Flying Buddha as a small home studio in Potomac, Maryland. Today, it’s a vibrant wellness and movement space in Gaithersburg, offering everything from aerial yoga to pole and bungee fitness. Sarah also co-founded ON St. Elmo, a unique restaurant and lounge that features live entertainment and aerial performance art.

With over a decade of experience and a strong foundation in inclusive, anatomy-based teaching, Sarah is passionate about helping trainees become confident, authentic, and empowered teachers.

Cost: FREE

Sunday, 1:30pm – 3pm

What’s the first rule of Bight Club? 

Grab your rope kit and join Feral Binds for a  monthly meetup to find out and gain some insights that may even have you feeling like a completely different person when you leave.  

Expect something new each  month as we expand and explore patterns of connection, movement, and application in the ropes.  

This is a self tie led workshop but you are welcome to bring a partner to tie. All participants must sign up and pay to attend. 

Students should have their own rope kit and the ability to tie a non-collapsible single column tie. 

Hemp or Posh rope is highly recommended. Kits should include at least 80 feet of rope and safety shears. Any additional equipment needed will be announced prior to each meetup. 

Cost of workshop: $65 per person

1/18, 1/25, 2/1, 2/8
Sundays, 12:15pm -1:15pm

For new students who are just starting their Aerial Arts journey we offer a 4 week class series that will provide a solid aerial arts foundation. You will leave this series feeling confident and ready to attend Hammock Flips, Tricks, and Transitions Level 1 or Beginner Aerial Dance.

• Hang 101: In this class you will learn primary hammock hangs and variations (i.e. Sacral Hang, Hip Hang, Hip Key) that are used in Aerial Arts.
• Climb & Press 102: In this class you will learn different ways to climb and press into the hammock to create various fundamental shapes and transitions used in Aerial Arts.
• Wraps 103: In this class you will learn different ways to wrap the hammock around your body to create various fundamental shapes and transitions used in Aerial Arts.
• Flips 104: In this class you will bring together everything learned in 101-103 and learn different ways to flip in and out of the hammock.

Prerequisites: These Aerial Arts Foundation classes are meant to be taken in order (e.g. 101, 102, 103, 104) to build on what was learned in the previous class. You must complete 101 before moving to 102 and so on. An Aerial Yoga Foundations workshop is not required for these classes but still highly recommended.

Cost of workshop:  $200 for series *does not include hammock rental

Mondays, 5:30-6:30pm
1/19, 1/26, 2/2, 2/9, 2/16, 2/23, 3/2, 3/9
(performance week of 3/16, 5-6:30pm)

In this series students will be taught an aerial dance routine over the course of 8 weeks, ending with a performance for family and friends on the ninth week. Students can expect to learn:

• How different aerial moves and tricks link together to create a dance routine
• How to dance with the aerial hammock
• How to add in musicality and performance elements to the routine

Prerequisite: Prior aerial experience and/or an Aerial Kids Foundations workshop. Class limited to 8 students. Ages 11+.

Cost of workshop: $420 for the series *hammock rental not included, hammock kits are available for purchase. Payment plans are available, please inquire at the Front Desk.

Tuesdays, 5-6pm
1/20, 1/27, 2/3, 2/10, 2/17, 2/24, 3/3, 3/10
(performance week of 3/17, 4:30-6pm)

In this series students will be taught an aerial dance routine over the course of 8 weeks, ending with a performance for family and friends on the ninth week. Students can expect to learn:

• How different aerial moves and tricks link together to create a dance routine
• How to dance with the aerial hammock
• How to add in musicality and performance elements to the routine

Prerequisite: Prior aerial experience and/or an Aerial Kids Foundations workshop. Class limited to 8 students. Ages 11+.

Cost of workshop: $420 for the series *hammock rental not included, hammock kits are available for purchase. Payment plans are available, please inquire at the Front Desk.

Thursdays, 5pm – 6pm
1/22, 1/29, 2/5, 2/12, 2/19, 2/26, 3/5, 3/12
with performance on 3/19

In this series students will be taught an aerial dance routine over the course of 8 weeks, ending with a performance for family and friends on the ninth week. Students can expect to learn:

• How different aerial moves and tricks link together to create a dance routine
• How to dance with the aerial hammock
• How to add in musicality and performance elements to the routine

Prerequisite: Prior aerial experience and/or an Aerial Kids Foundations workshop. Class limited to 8 students. Ages 6-10.

Cost of workshop: $420 for the series *hammock rental not included, hammock kits are available for purchase. Payment plans are available, please inquire at the Front Desk.

Deepen Your Practice. Learn to Teach. Explore the Practice Through Props.

Are you ready to embark on a profound journey of self-discovery and transformation? Join us for a comprehensive Aerial Yoga Teacher Training that blends classical yoga principles with the dynamic support of the aerial hammock.

This teacher training is designed to deepen your personal practice while equipping you with the skills, knowledge, and confidence to teach safe, effective, and creative aerial yoga classes. Whether your goal is to become a certified teacher or to explore aerial yoga on a deeper level, this training will help you align with purpose, presence, and play.

Throughout This Training, You Will:

• Use the aerial hammock as a prop to support alignment, cultivate confidence, and unlock new levels of creativity in your practice and teaching.
• Master foundational rigging, spotting, and safety techniques specific to aerial yoga, ensuring a secure and empowering experience for your students.
• Learn 108 postures and variations adapted for the aerial hammock, and receive a curated sequence to build dynamic and engaging aerial classes effortlessly.
• Learn how to plan and lead aerial yoga classes with presence, intention, and clarity, guiding your students through a truly unique and transformative experience.
• Learn myofascial release techniques to incorporate into your aerial yoga practice.

Ready to expand your practice and empower your teaching?

Training Schedule

In-Studio Weekend:

January 23, 2026 – January 25, 2026
Friday: 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM
Saturday: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Weekly Practice Class: Tuesdays, 7:30pm-9pm, starting 1/27 through 2/17 (Designed for trainees, open to the public)

These weekly labs cover different topics, tailored to each teacher trainee’s needs and requests. They provide extra time with the lead trainer and an opportunity for the group to stay connected. While attendance is optional, these 90-minute sessions count toward your CE hours.

Additional Training Elements

• Mentorship: Access to your trainer for feedback, questions, and support.
• Practice Labs: Develop your teaching skills in real time with feedback and integration.
• Accredited Hours: Receive Yoga Alliance CEs for 21-27 hours of training.

Tuition

• Regular: $850 (Includes training manual)
• Early Bird: $750 (Save $100 when paid in full by Nov. 15, 2025, discount does not apply to payment plan)
• Payment Plan: Please inquire at the Front Desk.

Who This Is For

• Open to students with all levels of experience (you don’t need any aerial yoga experience).
• Perfect for aspiring teachers and lifelong students ready to deepen their path.

Wednesdays, 5:15pm – 6:15pm
@Flying Buddha: 1/28, 2/4, 2/11, 2/18, 2/25, 3/4, 3/11, 3/18, 3/25
Rehearsals @ON: 4/12 (1pm – 3pm), 4/19 (1-3pm), 5/3 (1-3pm), 5/4 (6-9pm)
Performance @ON: Friday, 5/8 (7:30pm-9pm)

Step into the season of love and renewal with our next aerial hammock performance theme: “Spring Has Sprung.”

We’re calling all junior aerialists, dancers, and dreamers to embody the elements—earth, wind, fire, and flora—in a show that celebrates nature’s untamed beauty and vibrant awakening. Think ivy-draped goddesses, mischievous nymphs, ethereal fairies, and butterflies taking flight.

Over 9 weeks, students will create and refine their choreography with the support of a coach while adding performative elements to bring their routine to life. Followed by 4 weeks of rehearsal in the performance space. The series culminates in a live showcase at ON St. Elmo on Friday, 5/8, for friends, family, and community.

Students will explore:

• Choosing music that enhances their style and storytelling
• Building a character and express it through movement
• Adding creativity, musicality, and nuance to choreography
• Growing in a supportive environment that celebrates artistry and cheers on every performer

Prerequisite: Participation in a previous youth aerial dance series. Class limited to 8 students. Ages 11+.

Cost of workshop: $660

What It’s Like to Perform at ON St. Elmo

Saturday,  1:30pm – 3pm

Do backbends scare you? Let’s break them down! We’ll start by regulating our nervous system, then we’ll do different mobility-informed drills to practice pieces separately before

putting it all together with lots of options and entries. Attendees will leave with a greater understanding of what their body needs to work on to achieve this shape. You’ll

need two blocks and access to a wall.

Cost of workshop: $65 —Take two of Colleen’s workshops and get $10 in total savings—use promo code JOLLY10 at checkout!

Colleen’s workshops:

• Use Your Butt: Low-Flow, Pole-Assisted Body Part Balances (Intermediate) with Colleen Jolly
• Spectacular Spreadies: Flying (Intermediate-Advanced) (Pole) with Colleen Jolly
• Roll Out: Intro to Rolls, Slides, and More! (Intermediate) (Lyra) with Colleen Jolly
• Bend Not Break: a Mobility-informed Backbend Workshop (Non-Pole) (All Levels/Beginner Friendly) with Colleen Jolly

About your instructor: Colleen Jolly is a certified pole dance enthusiast and entrepreneur. She has been poling for 14+ years, owns and operates the International Pole Convention (PoleCon), is the Executive Director of the pole industry’s first trade association the IPIA, teaches movement in the DC metro area regularly, is a partner and instructor with 123 Poling.com, a Liquid Motion Master Trainer and On Demand Certification Coach, a RAD Mobility Ambassador, and was the Advanced Tricks and Mobility Instructor for the Pole  Company. She is the model for the “Pole Anatomy” book by the Pole PT. Previously, she owned and managed a pole studio in Washington, DC. Currently Colleen regularly competes in pole dancing competitions at the professional level. She has performed at the Kennedy Center and with Snoop Dogg, but not at the same time. Her first book “Mobility for Pole” was published in the fall of 2022.

Saturday,  3:30pm – 5pm

Ready to work on more dynamic moves like rolls, slides, and drops?! Then this workshop is for you! We’ll do some skills from the top of the lyra and some from the bottom so make sure you can safely invert. Dress in layers – something to cover your back and elbows is key! Tricks include: parrot roll, lion roll, slides (”baby” drops).

Prerequisite: Lyra Foundations + Must be able to invert from sitting in the hoop

Cost of workshop: $65 —Take two of Colleen’s workshops and get $10 in total savings—use promo code JOLLY10 at checkout!

Colleen’s workshops:

• Use Your Butt: Low-Flow, Pole-Assisted Body Part Balances (Intermediate) with Colleen Jolly
• Spectacular Spreadies: Flying (Intermediate-Advanced) (Pole) with Colleen Jolly
• Roll Out: Intro to Rolls, Slides, and More! (Intermediate) (Lyra) with Colleen Jolly
• Bend Not Break: a Mobility-informed Backbend Workshop (Non-Pole) (All Levels/Beginner Friendly) with Colleen Jolly

About your instructor: Colleen Jolly is a certified pole dance enthusiast and entrepreneur. She has been poling for 14+ years, owns and operates the International Pole Convention (PoleCon), is the Executive Director of the pole industry’s first trade association the IPIA, teaches movement in the DC metro area regularly, is a partner and instructor with 123 Poling.com, a Liquid Motion Master Trainer and On Demand Certification Coach, a RAD Mobility Ambassador, and was the Advanced Tricks and Mobility Instructor for the Pole  Company. She is the model for the “Pole Anatomy” book by the Pole PT. Previously, she owned and managed a pole studio in Washington, DC. Currently Colleen regularly competes in pole dancing competitions at the professional level. She has performed at the Kennedy Center and with Snoop Dogg, but not at the same time. Her first book “Mobility for Pole” was published in the fall of 2022.

Saturday, 7pm -9pm

Ecstatic dance is an exceptional wellness practice exploring free expression through movement in a substance-free, facilitated, and inclusive environment. In ecstatic dance, there are no set steps or structures, you move however you feel moved to move. The goal is to get out of our heads and get in touch with our bodies, emotions, and the collective. The dance is constructed as a wave where the music starts out slowly and gradually increases in pace and intensity before coming down to resting. This structure facilitates easing into movement, building to an ecstatic state, and gradually releasing. Everyone can choose how they want to express themselves long as they don’t interfere with others’ self expression. In ecstatic dance, we co-create a safe space where everyone is free to be their authentic selves. The result is mental clarity, emotional freedom, and physical embodiment.

The benefits of ecstatic dance include:

• Stress and tension relief
• Mindfulness and relaxation
• Somatic healing
• Self-expression
• Exercise and play
• Community and connection

No experience necessary! We will provide instructions and ease you into the practice. The event begins with an opening circle where we get to know each other and share intentions, followed by an hour and fifteen minute playlist, and a closing circle to share reflections. We will spend time before and after the dance connecting in community. During the dance there is no talking. This helps us to connect with our bodies and each other nonverbally. The result is often a trance-like and ecstatic experience.

6:45 Doors open
7:00 Opening circle
7:30 Dance
8:45 Closing circle
9:00 Depart

An Inclusive Space: All ages, genders, sexual orientation, and abilities welcome.

Music: A mix of new age, worldbeat, tribal, EDM, arranged in a dance wave, from slow to fast to slow. It is typically 50% non-lyrical.

What to bring: Water bottle, short sleeve, loose clothing, expect to get sweaty! Yoga mat (optional). No alcohol or food is provided and please don’t bring any. 

Cost of workshop: $30

About the Facilitator

Clara Fang is the founder of Green Tara Consulting, a consulting firm that specializes in belonging, equity, and inclusion. She is an experienced facilitator of ecstatic dance, Buddhist meditation, and authentic relating. She lives in Germantown, MD. 

Testimonials

I had practically never danced in my entire life, avoiding it mostly out of embarrassment that I wasn’t good enough and that others would judge me. However, after attending one ecstatic dance with Clara, I was hooked. Clara provides a welcoming safe space for everyone present to truly be themselves, to get lost in the rhythms and leave judgment behind. Its non-performative approach opens up the opportunity to explore and connect with myself in ways I hadn’t before, and connect with others who share this sacred space with me. Clara is always finding ways for people to connect through shared vulnerability and intentional relating. She also spends a lot of effort coming up with a theme for the dance and appropriate music to match. Afterward, I always feel a sense of rejuvenation, renewal, freedom, and appreciation, then I try to take that perspective into the world with me. Whether you are a dancer or not, I highly encourage attending a dance hosted by Clara! –Matt

Embodied practices like ecstatic dance are so deeply healing – it’s not about “dancing” but truly releasing any and every emotion ever stuffed down and held inside, leaving you feeling so refreshed (lol and sweaty, all at the same time 😂). The pure blissful joy in the smile that stretches across my face couldn’t begin to describe the feeling of wellness in my body after this kind of reset ✨💗 Clara Fang’s Radiant Rhythms event on Saturday night left me feeling so free and in my body 🥰🥰🥰 

There are no “right moves” or such thing as having “two left feet” when it comes to ecstatic dance – no prior experience is necessary and guess what, you don’t even have to like to dance! 😂 This isn’t about what our thinking thoughts wants to do, it’s about how our body wants to move freely and express everything it’s been holding back. When I tell you this is The yummiest healing space, I mean it with every cell of my being. Come. Come out. And come home. 🥰 –Kat

Not familiar with ecstatic dance? Try these links:

• High production value with attractive people
• What it looks like more realistically
• Sober dance meetups emphasize consent and free movement ‘without judgement’ (Detroit Metro Times)
• I was skeptical about ecstatic dance (New York Times)
• Can ecstatic dance improve your health? (US News and World Report)

Spring Has Sprung: Aerial Performance Series

Mother Nature is Calling… Will You Answer?

Step into the season of love and renewal with our next multi-apparatus (aerial hammock, lyra, pole) performance theme: “Spring Has Sprung.”

We’re calling all aerialists, dancers, and dreamers to embody the elements—earth, wind, fire, and flora—in a show that celebrates nature’s untamed beauty and vibrant awakening. Think ivy-draped goddesses, mischievous nymphs, ethereal fairies, and butterflies taking flight.

Expect floral-inspired visuals, lush costuming, and fun seasonal cocktails that bring this wild garden to life. Whether you’re channeling the grounded strength of the earth, the flow of the wind, or the fiery passion of spring’s rebirth, this is your chance to create something magical.

Series Details:

Class Times: Sundays, 9:45am – 10:45am & Sundays, 1:30pm – 2:30pm
Class Dates at 9:45am: 2/1, 2/15, 3/1, 3/15, 3/22, 3/29
Class Dates at 1:30pm: 2/8, 2/22, 3/8
4 Practices Dates @ ON St. Elmo: 4/11 & 4/18 (3pm – 5pm) + 4/26 (4-6pm) & 4/27 (6-9:30pm)
Showcase Performance @ ON: Saturday, 5/2 Performance (7:30pm aerial, 10pm pole)

Have you been wanting to take your pole journey to the next level and share your movement with an audience? This series is all about building your own performance piece with support and encouragement from your teacher every step of the way.

Over 13 weeks, you’ll choose a song that inspires you, create choreography that fits your style, and shape it into a performance you’ll feel proud to share. The first 9 weeks are about exploring ideas and building your routine, and the last 4 weeks focus on polishing, rehearsing in the showcase space, and bringing your performance to life.

This series is open to all levels, but we recommend that students feel comfortable with beginner spins and transitions before signing up.

The series culminates in a live showcase at ON St. Elmo on Saturday, May 2nd, for friends, family, and community.

Throughout the series, you’ll have guidance on:

• Creating movement that highlights your strengths
• Building a character or theme for your performance
• Adding artistry, confidence, and stage presence

You will grow your performance in a supportive environment that celebrates artistry and cheers on every performer!

Prerequisite: Pole Foundations

Limited to 4 pole students. Sign up now to reserve your spot!

Cost of workshop: $660 for the series. Payment plans available—please inquire at the Front Desk

Deepen Your Practice. Learn to Teach. Explore the Practice Through Props.

Join us for a comprehensive 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training that uniquely weaves together three powerful practices in one transformative program.

You’ll begin by building a strong foundation in the eight limbs of Hatha yoga, then deepen your understanding through the intelligent use of yoga props—culminating with advanced tools: the Aerial Hammock and the Great Yoga Wall.

This is more than a certification. It’s a journey of presence, purpose, and practice.

Whether you’re on the path to becoming a yoga teacher or looking to strengthen your personal practice, this immersive 6-month program offers a supportive, in-depth journey through body, breath, and mindful movement. You’ll gain practical tools to lead powerful and authentic yoga experiences for diverse bodies and abilities.

Throughout This Training, You Will:

Mat Yoga Foundations

• Study the Eight Limbs of Yoga and build a conscious, ethical foundation for life and teaching, rooted in ancient wisdom.
• Learn classical Hatha Yoga sequencing: Master alignment-based asana, pranayama (breathing techniques), meditation, and philosophy to create impactful classes.
• Gain skills in cueing, class structuring, and inclusive teaching for diverse bodies and abilities, ensuring every student feels seen and supported.
• Explore anatomy, biomechanics, and prop usage to support safe, empowering, and accessible classes for all levels.
• Develop your authentic teaching voice through hands-on labs, ample practice teaching opportunities, and personalized mentorship.

Aerial Yoga

• Use the aerial hammock as a prop to support alignment, cultivate confidence, and unlock new levels of creativity in your practice and teaching.
• Master foundational rigging, spotting, and safety techniques specific to aerial yoga, ensuring a secure and empowering experience for your students.
• Learn 108 postures and variations adapted for the aerial hammock, and receive a curated sequence to build dynamic and engaging aerial classes effortlessly.
• Learn how to plan and lead aerial yoga classes with presence, intention, and clarity, guiding your students through a truly unique and transformative experience.
• Learn myofascial release techniques to incorporate into your aerial yoga practice.

The Great Yoga Wall

• Train in Yoga Wall postures and inversions with a focused emphasis on achieving traction, precise alignment, and enhanced accessibility for all practitioners.
• Learn wall-specific modifications, safety protocols, spotting techniques, and effective class sequencing to integrate the Yoga Wall into your teaching seamlessly.
• Learn myofascial release techniques to incorporate into your yoga wall practice.
• Receive a complete Yoga Wall sequence and invaluable tools for building your own powerful, grounded, and innovative wall classes.

Ready to expand your practice and empower your teaching?

Training Schedule

In-Studio Weekends:

February 6, 2025 – July 26, 2026
Fridays: 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM
Saturdays: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sundays: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Dates:
2/6–2/8 | 3/6–3/8 | 4/24–4/26 | 5/15–5/17 | 6/5–6/7 | 7/24–7/26

Weekly Practice Lab:

Tuesdays, 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM (Designed for trainees, open to the public)

These weekly labs cover different topics, tailored to each teacher trainee’s needs and requests. They provide extra time with the lead trainer and an opportunity for the group to stay connected. While attendance is optional, these 90-minute sessions count toward the 50 hours of required public classes in your 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training—so the hours add up quickly!

Additional Training Elements

• Mentorship: Monthly meetings with your lead trainer for feedback, questions, and support.
• Seva Project: Engage in conscious service as part of your journey toward embodied leadership.
• Practice Labs: Develop your teaching skills in real time with feedback and integration.
• Studio Access: Enjoy full access to Flying Buddha’s mat, wall, and aerial yoga classes throughout your training.
• Accredited Hours: Flying Buddha Studio is a Yoga Alliance accredited school.

Tuition

• Regular: $4,000 (Includes training manuals, aerial/yoga wall/mat classes)
• Early Bird: $3,750 (Save $250 when paid in full by Dec. 15, 2025) (payment plan doesn’t apply)
• Payment Plan: Please inquire at the Front Desk. $500 deposit + 6 payments of $608.33 (includes interest) (Feb – July)

Who This Is For

• Open to all students with at least 6 months of yoga experience.
• You don’t need any aerial or wall yoga experience.
• Perfect for aspiring teachers and lifelong students ready to deepen their path.

About Your Instructor

Sarah Rehman is the founder and lead instructor at Flying Buddha Studio and the guiding force behind our 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training. She began her yoga journey after college as a path to personal healing and quickly discovered her passion for helping others do the same. Since completing her 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training at Urban Ashram Kashi Atlanta in 2011, Sarah has pursued extensive education across the country in yoga anatomy, yoga therapy, Thai massage, aerial arts, and more.

Her extensive credentials include training with Leslie Kaminoff and Amy Matthews at The Breathing Project, a Senior Yoga Therapy certification through Duke Integrative Medicine, and Thai Massage certifications through both SomaVeda and the Thai Institute of Healing Arts. Sarah has also completed multiple advanced aerial and Lyra trainings, as well as The Great Yoga Wall Fundamentals Training with Jason Cull.

In 2017, Sarah opened Flying Buddha as a small home studio in Potomac, Maryland. Her nurturing, inclusive approach and passion for aerial yoga quickly attracted a loyal community. Just two years later, Flying Buddha expanded into a full wellness and movement studio in Gaithersburg, Maryland, becoming a regional leader in mindful movement through aerial yoga, aerial arts, yoga/yoga wall, as well as pole and bungee fitness. In 2024, Sarah and her husband, Michael Romeo, opened ON St. Elmo—a restaurant and lounge designed to blend movement, creativity, and community. Extending the heart of Flying Buddha into a new setting, ON St. Elmo features live entertainment and aerial performance art in a vibrant and inclusive space.

With over a decade of teaching experience and deep roots in anatomy-based movement and accessibility, Sarah brings a grounded, compassionate, and innovative approach to teacher training. She is especially passionate about empowering students to teach authentically and inclusively, honoring each individual’s body, background, and journey.

Sarah lives in Maryland with her husband and their three daughters—Bella, Maddy, and Eliza—and remains deeply committed to creating space for community, movement, and transformation.

Spring Has Sprung: Aerial Performance Series

Mother Nature is Calling… Will You Answer?

Step into the season of love and renewal with our next multi-apparatus (aerial hammock, lyra, pole) performance theme: “Spring Has Sprung.”

We’re calling all aerialists, dancers, and dreamers to embody the elements—earth, wind, fire, and flora—in a show that celebrates nature’s untamed beauty and vibrant awakening. Think ivy-draped goddesses, mischievous nymphs, ethereal fairies, and butterflies taking flight.

Expect floral-inspired visuals, lush costuming, and fun seasonal cocktails that bring this wild garden to life. Whether you’re channeling the grounded strength of the earth, the flow of the wind, or the fiery passion of spring’s rebirth, this is your chance to create something magical.

Series Details:

Class Time: Saturdays, 9:45am – 10:45am
Class Dates: 2/7, 2/14, 2/21, 2/28, 3/7, 3/14, 3/21, 3/28, 4/4 
4 Rehearsal Dates: 4/11 & 4/18 (3pm – 5pm) + 4/26 (4-6pm) & 4/27 (6-9:30pm)
Performance Day: 5/2 Rehearsal (3-4:30pm); Performance (7:30pm aerial, 10pm pole)

Here’s your chance to create your own choreography, polish it, and transform it into a Spring Has Sprung performance piece! Over 9 weeks, you’ll prepare your piece, followed by 4 weeks of rehearsal in the performance space. The series culminates in a live showcase at ON St. Elmo on Saturday, 5/2, for friends, family, and community.

In this 13-week series, students will create and refine their choreography with the support of a coach while adding performative elements to bring their routine to life.

Students will explore:

• Choosing music that enhances their style and storytelling
• Building a character and express it through movement
• Adding creativity, musicality, and nuance to your choreography
• Growing in a supportive environment that celebrates artistry and cheers on every performer

Prerequisite: Must have completed a 4-Week Aerial Arts Foundations or 2 Aerial Arts privates at Flying Buddha and be ready to commit to a consistent aerial practice.

This workshop is limited to 8 students. Sign up early to hold your spot!

Cost of workshop: $660 for the series. Payment plans available—please inquire at the Front Desk

Saturdays, 2pm – 3:30pm

If you are brand new to aerial yoga this workshop is the start of your journey! We will introduce you to using the aerial hammock as a yoga prop. Students will learn the basics of aerial yoga; including terminology, wrist wraps, hammock placement, inversions, and safety practices. We will also help you understand the difference between the various aerial yoga class offerings. Leaving you feeling confident and ready for classes on our weekly schedule.

Please email us at info@flyingbuddhastudio.com if our workshop days/times are not possible with your schedule or if you’d prefer a private one-on-one or private group setting, we can make arrangements for you.

This workshop is the prerequisite to taking any aerial yoga class listed on our weekly schedule. Class is limited to 12 students. Sign up early to reserve your spot!

Cost of workshop: $55 without hammock rental, $65 with hammock rental

New student special: Aerial Yoga Foundations + 2 aerial classes for $95 (does not include hammock rental)

*Please note that we require a hammock rental to cover the costs of properly sanitizing our hammocks after each use. There is also the option to purchase your own hammock (payment plans are available). If you are bringing your own hammock that was not purchased at our studio please let your instructor know so they can evaluate the equipment for safety. Only climbing grade equipment may be used in our studio.

Friday, 7:30pm – 8:45pm

This Aerial Chains & Heels workshop introduces students to an original chains sequence that builds into a complete mini routine—designed to highlight both strength and sensuality.

You’ll work with a single set of chains featuring two loops, an apparatus that pushes your creativity, coordination, and flow. Learn to navigate and transition between the loops like solving a graceful, movement-based puzzle, all while adding the confidence and expression that heels bring to the movement.

Perfect for aerialists and pole artists looking to expand their skills, explore a new apparatus, and experience the unique artistry of chains in a safe, supportive environment.

Prerequisites: Some experience with another aerial apparatus or pole is recommended.

What to wear: Heels or socks are optional. Wear leggings, and feel free to bring an extra layer to protect your skin as you get used to working with the chains.

Cost of workshop: $55

Saturday, 2pm – 3:30pm

Thai massage is all about doing something that is beneficial and healing for both the person giving and receiving in the session. It teaches us that loving kindness is making sure that we are loving and kind to ourselves first. For when our glass is full we have so much more to give!

Grab a loved one for this workshop where you can safely learn how to do a few Thai massage techniques that will be healing for both the person receiving as well as the person giving each technique. You will learn how your hands are an extension of your heart through loving touch. You will also learn about the ‘sen’ which are the energy lines that map out the body and how the energy lines guide our Thai massage movements. Additionally, you will learn about the power of intention and the importance of directing our thoughts and energy when we place our hands on another person. This intentional touch fosters deeper connection and healing.

You will each take turns practicing the different Thai massage techniques on each other. At the conclusion of class there will be a brief discussion of each person’s experience through the workshop with optional champagne, hot tea, and chocolate covered strawberries for you and your loved one to enjoy together.

Space is limited to 6 pairs in studio.

Cost of workshop: $125 per pair

Sunday, 1:30pm – 3pm

What’s the first rule of Bight Club? 

Grab your rope kit and join Feral Binds for a  monthly meetup to find out and gain some insights that may even have you feeling like a completely different person when you leave.  

Expect something new each  month as we expand and explore patterns of connection, movement, and application in the ropes.  

This is a self tie led workshop but you are welcome to bring a partner to tie. All participants must sign up and pay to attend. 

Students should have their own rope kit and the ability to tie a non-collapsible single column tie. 

Hemp or Posh rope is highly recommended. Kits should include at least 80 feet of rope and safety shears. Any additional equipment needed will be announced prior to each meetup. 

Cost of workshop: $65 per person

Deepen Your Practice. Learn to Teach. Explore the Practice Through Props.

Ready to explore yoga in a whole new way? Our Yoga Wall Teacher Training bridges tradition with innovation, offering you the tools to teach confidently and creatively while refining your own practice.

This immersive training is rooted in classical Hatha yoga and explores the power of The Great Yoga Wall—using the yoga wall, along with its various attachments (adjustable straps, swings, and bars) offers unique support for the body. You’ll learn how to use the yoga wall to provide alignment, strength, and traction that meet students exactly where they are.

Whether you aspire to teach or simply want to enhance your practice, this training will guide you toward greater clarity, embodiment, and impact.

Throughout This Training, You Will:

• Train in The Great Yoga Wall postures and inversions with a focused emphasis on achieving traction, precise alignment, and enhanced accessibility for all practitioners.
• Learn wall-specific equipment utilization, modifications, safety protocols, spotting techniques, and effective class sequencing to integrate the Yoga Wall into your teaching seamlessly.
• Learn myofascial release techniques to incorporate into your yoga wall practice.
• Receive a complete Yoga Wall sequence and invaluable tools for building your own powerful, grounded, and innovative wall classes.

Ready to expand your practice and empower your teaching?

Training Schedule

In-Studio Weekend:

February 20, 2026 – February 22, 2026
Friday: 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM
Saturday: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Weekly Practice Class: Tuesdays, 7:30pm – 9pm, starting 2/24 through 3/17 (Designed for trainees, open to the public)

These weekly labs cover different topics, tailored to each teacher trainee’s needs and requests. They provide extra time with the lead trainer and an opportunity for the group to stay connected. While attendance is optional, these 90-minute sessions count toward your CE hours.

Additional Training Elements

• Mentorship: Access to your trainer for feedback, questions, and support.
• Practice Labs: Develop your teaching skills in real time with feedback and integration.
• Accredited Hours: Receive Yoga Alliance CEs for 21-27 hours of training.

Tuition

• Regular: $850 (Includes training manual)
• Early Bird: $750 (Save $100 when paid in full by Dec. 15, 2025, discount does not apply to payment plan)
• Payment Plan: Please inquire at the Front Desk.

Who This Is For

• Open to all students with any level of experience (you don’t need any yoga wall experience).
• Perfect for aspiring teachers and lifelong students ready to deepen their path.

Sundays, 12:15pm – 1:1pm
Dates: 3/1, 3/8, 3/15, 3/22, 3/29, 4/5, 4/12, 4/19 with performance at Flying Buddha on 4/26

In this series students will be taught an aerial dance routine over the course of 8 weeks, ending with a performance for family and friends. >Students can expect to learn:

• Beginner aerial moves and tricks
• How they link together to create a dance routine
• How to dance with the aerial hammock
• How to add musicality and performance elements to the routine

Prerequisite: Aerial Arts (Hammock) Foundations 4 Week Series

This workshop is limited to 8 students. Sign up early to hold your spot!

Cost of workshop: $420 for the series. Payment plans are available, please inquire at the Front Desk.

Class Time: Wednesdays, 6:30pm – 7:30pm
Class Dates: 3/4, 3/11, 3/18, 3/25, 4/1, 4/8, 4/15, 4/22, 4/29
Rehearsal @ ON St. Elmo: 4/26 (4–6pm), 4/27 (6–9:30pm)
Performance Day: 5/2 Rehearsal (3-4:30pm); Performance (7:30pm aerial, 10pm pole)

Spring Has Sprung: Pole Performance Series

Mother Nature is Calling… Will You Answer?

Step into the season of love and renewal with our next multi-apparatus (aerial hammock, lyra, pole) performance theme: “Spring Has Sprung.”

We’re calling all dancers, aerialists, and dreamers to embody the elements—earth, wind, fire, and flora—in a show that celebrates nature’s untamed beauty and vibrant awakening. Think ivy-draped goddesses, mischievous nymphs, ethereal fairies, and butterflies taking flight.

Join us for a supportive, beginner-friendly pole flow series where you’ll learn spring-inspired combinations and choreography tailored to your strengths and style. You’ll receive personalized guidance in building your routine and support in developing a performance character based on your chosen song and theme. Over 9 weeks, you’ll prepare your piece,  with two rehearsals in the performance space. The series culminates in a live showcase at ON St. Elmo on Saturday, 5/2, for friends, family, and community.

Limited to 6 pole students. Sign up now to reserve your spot!

Cost of series: $550

Payment plans are available. Please inquire at the Front Desk.

Sunday, 1:30pm – 3pm

What’s the first rule of Bight Club? 

Grab your rope kit and join Feral Binds for a  monthly meetup to find out and gain some insights that may even have you feeling like a completely different person when you leave.  

Expect something new each  month as we expand and explore patterns of connection, movement, and application in the ropes.  

This is a self tie led workshop but you are welcome to bring a partner to tie. All participants must sign up and pay to attend. 

Students should have their own rope kit and the ability to tie a non-collapsible single column tie. 

Hemp or Posh rope is highly recommended. Kits should include at least 80 feet of rope and safety shears. Any additional equipment needed will be announced prior to each meetup. 

Cost of workshop: $65 per person

Sunday, 4-5:30pm

This 90 minute, all levels workshop will cover basic to intermediate mounts/dismounts, poses, spins, transitions, and moves on aerial cube. There will be progressions in moves and variations for aerialists of all levels starting from basic sits, spins, and poses, up through more difficult poses and tricks as well as drops. It is recommended that participants have at least 2-3 months experience on their primary aerial apparatus prior to taking this workshop. The workshop will include a 15 minute follow along warm-up, followed by 1 hour of instruction, and then each participant will have 1-2 minutes to freestyle at the end and take video/photos.

Cost of workshop: $75

Aerial Star Owner, Crystal Jones is from Columbia, MO and started exploring pole and aerial dance in October of 2019 when she took her first class at Muse Pole Fitness. She started in pole classes, then discovered lyra, which has led her to exploring so many other aerial apparatuses including her favorite, the aerial cube. She has a background in gymnastics and loves to be able to blend her passion for acro and contortion movement into her aerial pieces. She loves performing and competing and has most recently graced the Vertical Desires, Michelle Mynx Extravaganza, International PoleCon, Dance Filthy USA, Bittersweet Productions, and Aurora STL stages. And holds multiple titles with Aerialympics, Dance Filthy USA, Pole Sport Organization, and Miss Showgirl World. When she is not working on a performance or competition piece you can find her teaching workshops, doing aerial photoshoots, and working diligently behind the scenes as the founder and owner of the Aerial Star Organization.

Sunday, 5:45-7:15pm

90 Mins. (Intermediate/Advanced)

This workshop will cover various levels of tricks and explorations on tippy lyra including various mount techniques, spins, poses, dismount techniques and tricks. Due to the specialty nature of this apparatus it is recommended that participants have prior experience on aerial lyra or a similar apparatus as well as the ability to perform either an inversion or pull over mount on their primary apparatus. Various progressions will be given throughout and participants will have the ability to freestyle at the end as well as take photos/video.

Cost of workshop: $65

Aerial Star Owner, Crystal Jones is from Columbia, MO and started exploring pole and aerial dance in October of 2019 when she took her first class at Muse Pole Fitness. She started in pole classes, then discovered lyra, which has led her to exploring so many other aerial apparatuses including her favorite, the aerial cube. She has a background in gymnastics and loves to be able to blend her passion for acro and contortion movement into her aerial pieces. She loves performing and competing and has most recently graced the Vertical Desires, Michelle Mynx Extravaganza, International PoleCon, Dance Filthy USA, Bittersweet Productions, and Aurora STL stages. And holds multiple titles with Aerialympics, Dance Filthy USA, Pole Sport Organization, and Miss Showgirl World. When she is not working on a performance or competition piece you can find her teaching workshops, doing aerial photoshoots, and working diligently behind the scenes as the founder and owner of the Aerial Star Organization.

Deepen Your Practice. Learn to Teach. Explore the Practice Through Props.

Are you ready to embark on a profound journey of self-discovery and transformation? Join us for a comprehensive Aerial Yoga Teacher Training that blends classical yoga principles with the dynamic support of the aerial hammock.

This teacher training is designed to deepen your personal practice while equipping you with the skills, knowledge, and confidence to teach safe, effective, and creative aerial yoga classes. Whether your goal is to become a certified teacher or to explore aerial yoga on a deeper level, this training will help you align with purpose, presence, and play.

Throughout This Training, You Will:

• Use the aerial hammock as a prop to support alignment, cultivate confidence, and unlock new levels of creativity in your practice and teaching.
• Master foundational rigging, spotting, and safety techniques specific to aerial yoga, ensuring a secure and empowering experience for your students.
• Learn 108 postures and variations adapted for the aerial hammock, and receive a curated sequence to build dynamic and engaging aerial classes effortlessly.
• Learn how to plan and lead aerial yoga classes with presence, intention, and clarity, guiding your students through a truly unique and transformative experience.
• Learn myofascial release techniques to incorporate into your aerial yoga practice.

Ready to expand your practice and empower your teaching?

Training Schedule

In-Studio Weekend:

June 5, 2026 – June 7, 2026
Friday: 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM
Saturday: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Weekly Practice Class: TBD (Designed for trainees, open to the public)

These weekly labs cover different topics, tailored to each teacher trainee’s needs and requests. They provide extra time with the lead trainer and an opportunity for the group to stay connected. While attendance is optional, these 90-minute sessions count toward your CE hours.

Additional Training Elements

• Mentorship: Access to your trainer for feedback, questions, and support.
• Practice Labs: Develop your teaching skills in real time with feedback and integration.
• Accredited Hours: Receive Yoga Alliance CEs for 21-27 hours of training.

Tuition

• Regular: $850 (Includes training manual)
• Early Bird: $750 (Save $100 when paid in full by April 15, 2026, discount does not apply to payment plan)
• Payment Plan: Please inquire at the Front Desk.

Who This Is For

• Open to students with all levels of experience (you don’t need any aerial yoga experience).
• Perfect for aspiring teachers and lifelong students ready to deepen their path.

Deepen Your Practice. Learn to Teach. Explore the Practice Through Props.

Ready to explore yoga in a whole new way? Our Yoga Wall Teacher Training bridges tradition with innovation, offering you the tools to teach confidently and creatively while refining your own practice.

This immersive training is rooted in classical Hatha yoga and explores the power of The Great Yoga Wall—using the yoga wall, along with its various attachments (adjustable straps, swings, and bars) offers unique support for the body. You’ll learn how to use the yoga wall to provide alignment, strength, and traction that meet students exactly where they are.

Whether you aspire to teach or simply want to enhance your practice, this training will guide you toward greater clarity, embodiment, and impact.

Throughout This Training, You Will:

• Train in The Great Yoga Wall postures and inversions with a focused emphasis on achieving traction, precise alignment, and enhanced accessibility for all practitioners.
• Learn wall-specific equipment utilization, modifications, safety protocols, spotting techniques, and effective class sequencing to integrate the Yoga Wall into your teaching seamlessly.
• Learn myofascial release techniques to incorporate into your yoga wall practice.
• Receive a complete Yoga Wall sequence and invaluable tools for building your own powerful, grounded, and innovative wall classes.

Ready to expand your practice and empower your teaching?

Training Schedule

In-Studio Weekend:

July 24, 2026 – July 26, 2026
Friday: 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM
Saturday: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Weekly Practice Class: TBD (Designed for trainees, open to the public)

These weekly labs cover different topics, tailored to each teacher trainee’s needs and requests. They provide extra time with the lead trainer and an opportunity for the group to stay connected. While attendance is optional, these 90-minute sessions count toward your CE hours.

Additional Training Elements

• Mentorship: Access to your trainer for feedback, questions, and support.
• Practice Labs: Develop your teaching skills in real time with feedback and integration.
• Accredited Hours: Receive Yoga Alliance CEs for 21-27 hours of training.

Tuition

• Regular: $850 (Includes training manual)
• Early Bird: $750 (Save $100 when paid in full by May 15, 2026, discount does not apply to payment plan)
• Payment Plan: Please inquire at the Front Desk.

Who This Is For

• Open to all students with any level of experience (you don’t need any yoga wall experience).
• Perfect for aspiring teachers and lifelong students ready to deepen their path.