New to Aerial?

You’re in the right place.

Every regular class at Los Angeles Aerial Arts is open level.


Whether you're brand new or have years of experience, instruction is tailored to your individual goals and experience.

There is no “beginner” class and no correct place to start. Instead, choose the apparatus that interests you most, and we’ll help you build from there.

Every aerial discipline develops strength, coordination, confidence, and body awareness—so the best place to begin is simply the one that makes you curious enough to come back.

If you’re unsure which class is the best fit, we’re happy to help you choose.

We all start somewhere.

Looking for aerial classes for a child 12 years or younger?

Our Youth Program is designed specifically for younger students and follows a different class structure than our adult program.

Learn about Youth Classes

Which class should I try?

  • Aerial Fit/Flex

    Aerial Fit/Flex combines ground-based strength and mobility training with the use of aerial equipment.

    If you’re not sure which apparatus you want to start with, or you’d simply like to explore aerial before committing to a specific class, Aerial Fitness is a great place to begin. Classes include a mix of floor-based conditioning and aerial-based exercises that build strength, coordination, and body awareness.

    Many students use Aerial Fit/Flex as a starting point for aerial training, or alongside apparatus-based classes.

  • Aerial Silks

    Aerial Silks consists of two lengths of fabric suspended from the ceiling.

    If you're excited by climbing, learning wraps, and building strength over time, aerial silks may be a wonderful place to begin. For many people, silks is the image that first comes to mind when they think of aerial arts, making it a popular choice for first-time students.

    One thing almost everyone notices during their first silks class? The fabric squeezes your feet more than you expect. As your technique improves, you'll learn how to work with the fabric more comfortably and efficiently.

  • Lyra (Aerial Hoop)

    Lyra is a suspended steel hoop, also known as an aerial hoop.

    If learning seated poses, hangs, inversions, and spinning sounds like fun, lyra may be a great place to start. It's a wonderful choice for students who enjoy finding creative ways to move on a solid apparatus while developing strength, balance, and body awareness.

    If you’ve never tried lyra before, many students say it reminds them of the monkey bars—but with a lot more possibilities.

  • Aerial Hammock

    Hammock is a loop of fabric, also known as aerial hammock or sling, that can be used in both closed-loop and open-fabric configurations.

    If you're drawn to beautiful shapes, wraps, spinning, and the versatility of a fabric that can be used in different ways, hammock may be a wonderful place to start. You'll learn inversions, poses, and transitions while building strength, coordination, and body awareness.

    Many students are surprised by how comfortable the open fabric can be. It's often the moment they realize aerial can be both challenging and relaxing.

  • Dance Trapeze

    Dance trapeze consists of a horizontal steel bar suspended by two ropes.

    If the idea of sitting, standing, hanging, spinning, and swinging on a suspended bar sounds like fun, dance trapeze may be a wonderful place to begin. You'll learn poses, balances, hangs, and transitions above, below, and around the bar while building strength, coordination, and confidence.

    If you've never tried dance trapeze before, many students say their first impression is that it feels a bit like being on a playground swing—just with a lot more possibilities.

  • Rope

    Rope is a single length of braided cotton suspended from the ceiling.

    If you're looking for a challenge, rope may be the apparatus for you. You'll learn climbs, wraps, hangs, and inversions while building strength, coordination, and body awareness.

    Rope is one of the more physically demanding aerial apparatuses, and yes—it can be a little uncomfortable at first. With patience and consistent practice, you'll discover that what once felt impossible becomes increasingly achievable.

BUT WAIT, I HAVE SOME QUESTIONS…

  • That’s okay! You don’t need prior experience, upper body strength, or a dance background to begin.

  • Nope! You’re never too old to try something new.

  • It means the instructor individualizes the lessons to each student. If something is too easy, we can make it more challenging; if it’s too hard, we can dial it back down again.

  • To ensure safety of the students, instructor, and safe use of apparatuses, we have a weight limit of 250 lbs. The equipment can handle more but the instructor also needs to safely spot the student.

  • I was concerned about beginning this journey at 62 years old, but happy to see that I can progress at my own pace and that as long as I am moving forward, I don’t have to compare myself to anyone else’s progress.

    —Ellen Zuckerman

  • This studio is very beginner friendly. You don’t need any previous experience to start taking classes here. Everyone (the staff and other people in class) are super welcoming.

    —Holly

  • My daughter is gaining strength while doing something she loves. I have even started taking the fitness and flexibility classes with her! My posture is improving, I feel stronger, and I get to bond with my daughter. It's also fun!

    Sima S.

  • I was unsure about learning under a new instructor, and what the teaching style would be like. I was also worried about what the energy would be in class. But they were super supportive and worked with you to make you comfortable.

    —Holly L.

RIP off THE BANDAID…

Book your class

Booking your first class is simple, and we’re right here to ease your anxiety and celebrate every step you take. Your effort matters; we’ll celebrate it with you.

Let’s get started—choose a time that works best for your schedule.

I did it! I signed up for class!

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I did it! I signed up for class! 🎉

    • Complete and sign your liability waiver before class.

    • Bring a water bottle.

    • Remove any chunky, protruding jewelry.

    • Arrive ~10 minutes early for your first visit.

  • Wear fitted athletic clothing that covers the lower back and the backs of your knees. If you have long underarm hair, we ask that you wear a shirt that covers the underarm area for hygiene purposes.

    Grip socks are required for all classes.

  • Strict safety and hygiene. Toe-covering grip socks absorb sweat to keep your feet dry, reduce the risk of slipping on the equipment, and protect our community from the spread of foot fungus on shared mats and apparatuses.

    Grip socks must be worn on all gymnastics mats, landing mats, and apparatuses.

  • Yes, grip socks are available at the studio for as low as $5. They are also widely available for purchase online.

  • That’s okay! Just reschedule your class at least twelve (12) hours before the start of class.

    Any cancellations past this 12 hour mark is considered a Late Cancel, and lead to the forfeiture of your class credit.

  • Please, don’t. To keep our class spots open for active students and respect our instructor’s schedules, we enforce automated booking fees.

    A No-Call, No-Show (NCNS) leads to forfeiture of your class credit AND a $10 NCNS fee will be automatically billed to your card on file.

Contact us

Still have some questions or need help booking? Complete the form with a few details about you. We’ll get back to you within one business day.