Olivier David Workshop Pics
May 10, 2013June Birthday Specials
May 23, 2013Lois and Ben will be leading us through another fun Africa Acro Yoga Workshop on the 24th of May, at our yoga studio in Kyalami.
What is Africa Acro Yoga?
Jason Nemer and Jenny Klein started Acro Yoga in California in 2006. Acro yoga is a combination of Yoga, Acrobatics and Thai massage.
There are three primary roles in an Acro-yoga practice: base, flyer, and spotter.
- Base – this is the individual who has the most points of contact with the ground. Often this person is lying on the ground with the entire back torso in full contact. This enables both the arms and legs to be “bone-stacked” for maximum stability and support of the Flyer. Main points of contact with the flyer are the feet (generally placed on the Flyer’s hips or stomach) and the hands (which either form handholds or grasp the shoulders).
- Flyer – this is the individual who is elevated off the ground by the Base. The Flyer can move into a series of dynamic positions, and generally lets gravity do the work for them. A Flyer needs balance, confidence, and core strength.
- Spotter – this is the individual who has an objective view of the partners, and whose entire focus is on making sure that the Flyer lands safely in case of any slips. The spotter can also make recommendations to the Base and Flyer to improve their form.
Inspired by Jason and Jennie, Lois and Ben started Joburg’s very own Acro yoga, the African way, in 2012. Their funny and kind instructions will have you flying in now time.
Try out something new, get your doze of fun and join us on Friday the 24th of May, at 6pm.
You don’t need to bring a partner, and you don’t need to be a pro in yoga or acrobatics. All levels welcome 🙂
Full price: R250
Early Bird: R200
Here are some pics from the previous workshop at Earth Yoga Studio Kyalami: