Designed by Renata Dianova, a professional athlete in aerial and rhythmic gymnastics, this class offers a unique approach to fitness that focuses on building strength, improving flexibility, and providing a fun, engaging workout. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned athlete, Aerostretching has something for everyone.
The Elements of Aerostretching
Aerostretching blends several core components into each class, making it a comprehensive workout for both the body and mind:
1. Aerial Sport: The acrobatic aspect of Aerostretching introduces impressive, skillful moves that may seem challenging but are safely guided by our experienced trainers. You’ll get to perform these beautiful, aerial acrobatics while developing your agility and body control.
2. Strength Training: Aerostretching works wonders for strengthening your entire body, particularly your arms, spine, legs, and posture-controlling muscles. With each session, you’ll feel yourself becoming more physically powerful and better aligned.
3. Flexibility Enhancement: Stretching is a huge focus in Aerostretching. Regular practice significantly increases your flexibility, particularly aiding in your ability to perform splits and improve your range of motion.
4. Relaxation: After the intense physical work, the class incorporates a relaxation phase. This "turn out" portion helps elongate your spine and relieve tension, leaving you feeling rejuvenated at the end of every session.
5. Fun: Above all, Aerostretching is about having fun. Each class is different, ensuring that no session ever feels monotonous. You'll challenge yourself, enjoy the movement, and look forward to every new workout.
1. Aerial Sport: The acrobatic aspect of Aerostretching introduces impressive, skillful moves that may seem challenging but are safely guided by our experienced trainers. You’ll get to perform these beautiful, aerial acrobatics while developing your agility and body control.
2. Strength Training: Aerostretching works wonders for strengthening your entire body, particularly your arms, spine, legs, and posture-controlling muscles. With each session, you’ll feel yourself becoming more physically powerful and better aligned.
3. Flexibility Enhancement: Stretching is a huge focus in Aerostretching. Regular practice significantly increases your flexibility, particularly aiding in your ability to perform splits and improve your range of motion.
4. Relaxation: After the intense physical work, the class incorporates a relaxation phase. This "turn out" portion helps elongate your spine and relieve tension, leaving you feeling rejuvenated at the end of every session.
5. Fun: Above all, Aerostretching is about having fun. Each class is different, ensuring that no session ever feels monotonous. You'll challenge yourself, enjoy the movement, and look forward to every new workout.
Aerostretching Levels: Tailored to Your Fitness Journey
At TOPSTRETCHING, we offer Aerostretching classes in three different levels to suit all abilities and fitness backgrounds.
1. Light:
This level is perfect for beginners or those returning to exercise after a break. It emphasizes basic exercises to build strength, improve flexibility, and introduce some fun acrobatic moves. You’ll experience something new in a safe and sporty way, all while enjoying the thrill of aerial movement. Light classes also pair well with Healthy Back classes to relieve spinal pain and strengthen your posture muscles, offering a balanced fitness regimen.
2. Base:
For those with more fitness experience, the Base level ramps up the intensity. Here, the focus is on improving active flexibility and increasing strength while introducing more complex acrobatic movements. This level is ideal for those who are ready to challenge themselves and perhaps even wow their family, friends, or social media followers with their newly acquired skills!
3. Pro:
Reserved for advanced practitioners, the Pro level is all about acrobatics. These classes focus on extreme aerial moves, heavy work with the hammock, and exercises that require immense strength and flexibility. In Pro, you’ll learn to maintain a split in the hammock and perform jaw-dropping acrobatic feats. Due to the complexity and strength required, Pro classes are not held regularly at our Zurich studio but are offered during special workshops with guest trainers.
Turned Out Positions: A Key to Spinal Health
An essential part of every Aerostretching class is the turned-out position. This movement helps elongate your spinal cord and relaxes the muscles along your spine. It’s incorporated into every class to ensure your spine is stretched and aligned, leaving you feeling taller, more relaxed, and more in tune with your body’s natural movement.
Who Should Avoid Aerostretching?
While Aerostretching offers numerous benefits, it’s not suitable for everyone. Pregnant women, regardless of their stage in pregnancy, should avoid this class due to the risk it poses to both the mother and child. High-intensity aerial movements can cause complications, including miscarriage or excessive strain.
Additionally, individuals with health conditions like high or low blood pressure should consult their doctor before attending. The nature of aerial exercises and turned-out positions can put undue pressure on the blood vessels, potentially leading to serious complications.
Additionally, individuals with health conditions like high or low blood pressure should consult their doctor before attending. The nature of aerial exercises and turned-out positions can put undue pressure on the blood vessels, potentially leading to serious complications.
Why Choose Aerostretching at TOPSTRETCHING?
TOPSTRETCHING's Aerostretching class is a unique fusion of fitness, fun, and flexibility, carefully crafted by industry experts. With the support of Renata Dianova's professional background, the class ensures that you not only push your limits but also do so safely and effectively.
Our community and central location in Zurich Seefeld on the lake shore, a short walk from Stadelhofen train station or the Feldeggstrasse tram stop, offer more than just a place to exercise. After class, you can enjoy the scenic surroundings or visit one of the many nearby restaurants and cafes.
Whether you're a beginner or an advanced athlete, Aerostretching will challenge, inspire, and strengthen you—both physically and mentally. Come join us and discover the thrilling world of aerial fitness!
Our community and central location in Zurich Seefeld on the lake shore, a short walk from Stadelhofen train station or the Feldeggstrasse tram stop, offer more than just a place to exercise. After class, you can enjoy the scenic surroundings or visit one of the many nearby restaurants and cafes.
Whether you're a beginner or an advanced athlete, Aerostretching will challenge, inspire, and strengthen you—both physically and mentally. Come join us and discover the thrilling world of aerial fitness!
Aerostretching FAQ
Here are some of the most common questions about Aerostretching at TOPSTRETCHING. If you’re curious about this exciting, dynamic class, read on!
1. What is Aerostretching?
Aerostretching is a unique workout combining elements of aerial sport, acrobatics, strength training, and flexibility improvement. Designed by professional athlete Renata Dianova, this class involves performing aerial movements with the guidance of an instructor, strengthening your body while enhancing flexibility and spinal health. The class also includes a relaxation phase to elongate the spine and relieve tension.
2. What are the benefits of Aerostretching?
Aerostretching offers multiple benefits, including:
- Improved strength in the arms, legs, spine, and core muscles.
- Enhanced flexibility, particularly for achieving splits and increasing range of motion.
- Greater spinal health, with elongation of the spine and relief from tension.
- Fun, dynamic workouts that never get boring!
- A relaxation phase that helps you unwind and elongate your spinal cord.
3. What levels of Aerostretching are available?
We offer three levels of Aerostretching:
- Light: Perfect for beginners or those returning to exercise, this level focuses on basic strength and flexibility exercises, with some light acrobatics.
- Base: Designed for people with fitness experience, this level introduces more complex acrobatic movements while continuing to build strength and flexibility.
- Pro: For advanced practitioners, this level focuses heavily on acrobatic skills with the hammock, extreme strength exercises, and maintaining splits in the air.
4. How do I know which level is right for me?
- If you're a beginner or haven’t trained for a while, the Light level is the best starting point. It focuses on basic exercises and introduces acrobatic movements in a safe, enjoyable way.
- If you have previous experience in sports or aerial fitness and want to push your limits, the Base level is ideal for improving your active flexibility and learning more complex aerial acrobatics.
- The Pro level is suitable for advanced practitioners who have mastered the basics and want to engage in intense aerial acrobatics. This level is not offered regularly in Zurich but during special workshops.
5. Can I combine Aerostretching with other classes?
Absolutely! Aerostretching pairs perfectly with our Healthy Back class. While Aerostretching helps to elongate and strengthen your spine, Healthy Back focuses on spinal health and posture muscles. Together, they provide a holistic approach to back pain relief and overall flexibility.
6. Who should avoid Aerostretching?
Aerostretching is not recommended for:
- Pregnant women, as aerial movements and acrobatic exercises can be dangerous and lead to complications, including miscarriage.
- Individuals with health conditions such as high or low blood pressure should consult with a doctor before participating, as the exercises can put additional pressure on the blood vessels.
7. What should I wear to an Aerostretching class?
Wear comfortable, fitted athletic clothing that allows for a full range of movement. Avoid loose clothing that could get tangled in the hammock. You’ll also want to go barefoot or wear grippy socks for safety during the aerial portions of the class.
8. What equipment is used in Aerostretching?
Aerostretching utilizes hammocks for aerial acrobatics and stretching exercises. These hammocks support your body, allowing you to perform impressive aerial movements safely, while also enhancing flexibility.
9. Is Aerostretching safe?
Yes, Aerostretching is safe when done under the guidance of our experienced trainers. Each instructor is trained to help you progress through the movements safely, ensuring that you perform each exercise correctly. We offer Light and Base levels to introduce you to aerial movements gradually.
10. Where is the studio located?
We are located in Zurich Seefeld, right on the lake shore. You can easily reach us with just a few minutes’ walk from Stadelhofen train station or the Feldegstrasse tram stop.
11. How do I sign up for a class?
You can sign up for Aerostretching classes through our website or directly at the studio. Be sure to choose the level that matches your fitness experience, or consult with one of our instructors for guidance.
12. What should I expect from my first class?
In your first Aerostretching class, expect a dynamic mix of aerial acrobatics, strength-building exercises, and stretches. Our trainers will guide you through the moves, making sure you're comfortable and safe, especially if you're new to aerial sports. Most importantly, expect to have fun while trying something new!
If you have any more questions or need further guidance, feel free to reach out to us! We’re excited to see you at TOPSTRETCHING’s Aerostretching class, where fun, fitness, and flexibility come together.