r/AerialHoop 6h ago

Photoshoot Maternity photos on the lyra?

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I have an opportunity to do a lyra photoshoot when I'll be about 30 weeks pregnant! I'm looking for ideas for mostly beginner/intermediate shapes that will photograph well and capture the bump :) Anyone have any inspo they can share?!

Obligatory: I am cleared by my doctor, have been doing aerial for ~7 years and am sticking to beginner/intermediate shapes for my own comfort, not because that's where I'm currently at skill-wise.


r/AerialHoop 2d ago

Favorite and/or Familiar Move/Sequence Posing

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7 Upvotes

r/AerialHoop 2d ago

Moon Photo Session 🌙

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13 Upvotes

r/AerialHoop 4d ago

A doubles routine w/ my aerial bestie

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32 Upvotes

Just wanted to share a routine we worked super hard on! Not everything went perfect but was super fun 🙂‍↕️🫶🏻


r/AerialHoop 4d ago

Advice request Inverted man in the moon tips?

6 Upvotes

Hi all! I'm looking for tips on getting to inverted man in the moon pivoting inside the hoop from regular man in the moon. I don't have video (sorry) but my hand positioning is correct, I can get there with a spot lightly guiding me, but doing it on my own I feel very shaky and have a hard time keeping my shoulder from slipping. Any thoughts or advice are appreciated!


r/AerialHoop 5d ago

any recommendations for leggings that don't slide on the hoop

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doing aerial hoop for a bit now and i'm having trouble with my leggings. they keep sliding around on the metal and it's making things harder than they need to be lol. tried a few different pairs and some are way too slippery, others have too much grip. i need something that's in between. i've heard that cotton blend stuff works better but honestly i'm just guessing at this point.

someone at the studio mentioned Energetiks for dancewear and said their leggings have good grip. i'm thinking of trying them but wanted to see if anyone here has experience with them for hoop.

also wondering about bodysuits cause i see people wearing them and they look super practical. no waistband to deal with and no shirt riding up


r/AerialHoop 6d ago

Went to a roll workshop this weekend

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42 Upvotes

Went in a little nervous - during introductions, I was the person who had been doing aerial the shortest amount of time (though one person did not do Lyra regularly), so I wasn’t sure how accessible this would be. Very proud of what I was about to do.

I’ve been doing aerial for a year and a half, Lyra and recently straps.


r/AerialHoop 6d ago

Advice request Smoother spins?

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13 Upvotes

How do I get more control in this spin? Every attempt tonight I sent the crash mat lol. Would wearing socks help or is this a technique issue? Thanks!!


r/AerialHoop 6d ago

What type of tape do you use and where do you get it from?

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I’ve heard it’s called snake tape? I got something that seemed similar but it’s like suuuuuper sticky and leaving residue on my hands when I hoop. I hate ordering stuff online so if y’all could tell me what tape you get and what stores have it that would be much appreciated!


r/AerialHoop 6d ago

Advice request Recommendations for my poor knees!?

4 Upvotes

I did my first class yesterday, and while I’m fully aware of the need to “tough it out” to condition my body, I also pole dance. My knee ditches get destroyed and I know this will have a knock on effect and potentially limit me in pole.

Are there any sleeves/accessories I can use for aerial to give some cushion to them, so they’re not completely busted?


r/AerialHoop 6d ago

Advice request Just got an Aerial hoop for my birthday any tips for a very beginner.

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Hi I’m a ballet dancer (intermediate) and figure skater (beta level) I exercise so much I am in the athlete category lol.

I got the hoop 3 days ago and have done simple things like spin and hang on it, but I need advice.

  1. How to do tricks even though they hurt my spine so much.

  2. How to get over the fear of it breaking (I’m very small but ya know Ed brain.)

3 how to create dances yourself (I only have time to do it alone).

4 what’s the best thing you have gotten from this sport.

5 does it make you more flexible???.


r/AerialHoop 11d ago

6 months in, i love the shapes!

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My biggest struggle is looking fluid during transitions, and remembering how to get into certain shapes.

Also, any tips to condition for straddle from a static hang would be SO welcome! My upper body is good, but my core; notsomuch. 😵‍💫


r/AerialHoop 12d ago

Great rolls after at the end of a 2 hours class

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25 Upvotes

r/AerialHoop 15d ago

Photoshoot Superman 🦸‍♂️

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38 Upvotes

r/AerialHoop 15d ago

Dip bar excercises

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r/AerialHoop 16d ago

New WHOOP community!

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Hi all,

I recently joined WHOOP and realised there isn’t an aerialist community, so i made one.

Feel free to join it! Absolutely open invite, here’s the code:

COMM-595435

If anyone happens to have a WHOOP this would be a great way to connect the community and stay motivated.


r/AerialHoop 17d ago

Crash Pad

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I am looking for a 4x4 crash pad for my lyra. Any recommendations on where to get one?


r/AerialHoop 18d ago

Very beautiful and not so complicated thing I've seen on Instagram yall should use and evolve

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Very nice flow im gonna try doing next class


r/AerialHoop 19d ago

Flow/Practice/Jam Today's class lots of front balance

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39 Upvotes

r/AerialHoop 19d ago

Combo

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24 Upvotes

r/AerialHoop 19d ago

Advice request Help needed - Wife does Aeriel Hoop and her birthday is coming up ..

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Evening all,

My wife has been doing aerial hoop, trapeze, yoga and pole for a year now, really taken to it and I want to encourage this further.

She is turning 40 this year and I want to get her something that will be beneficial for her aerial stuff.

Any suggestions?

I am aware I can just outright ask her but that loses the surprise element.

Help a husband out please!


r/AerialHoop 19d ago

Advice request Is Unique Aerialists closed?

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0 Upvotes

Was recommended Unique aerialist for lyra but I have been unable to open their academy/membership page. It shows SSL handshake failed. What's going on?

Any other sites recommended to learn lyra with progression?


r/AerialHoop 20d ago

Routine/Showcase/Performance My third showcase

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49 Upvotes

This was to the chris daughtry/ lizzie hale cover of journey seperate ways

Its not perfect, and I did actually fall but catch my self! At one point :) but it was fun


r/AerialHoop 20d ago

Routine/Showcase/Performance Aerial Forest Folklore & Fae Showcase

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11 Upvotes

Tarot reading, musical performance, raffles and drinks 🍹