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“We love JoAnne’s energy and how helpful and positive she is!!!”

“Had so much fun with JoAnne teaching. She explained everything so well and was so welcoming to me and my friend. If you want a great upper body workout with a group of supportive people, join one of JoAnne’s classes.”

“JoAnne made me feel really comfortable being a total beginner. Her teaching definitely influenced my decision to go back!”

“Amazing Energy!!”

“Amazing instructor. So fun to work with! She makes sure everyone is doing what they can at their level and is very eager to help/push you forward throughout the class. A bonus is that she’s so funny, so all the classes go by quickly with her.”

“Love her classes!!”

We are a boutique fitness studio focusing on aerial arts that are achievable for the general population.  With three ways to fly, Uplift can either fulfill the childhood fantasy of running off to join the circus or help you meet your fitness goals surrounded by a supportive, encouraging community. We also offer Yoga Flow and pop-up cross training classes.  Our current students range from ages 7 to 85, so there is something for everyone.

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AERIAL HAMMOCK

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BUNGEE FITNESS

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LYRA HOOP

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POP-UP CROSS TRAINING CLASSES

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YOGA FLOW

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Aerial Hammock

What is an aerial hammock?

The aerial apparatus that most people are familiar with is aerial silks (though not for long!), which are two long pieces of fabric rigged to the ceiling.  With an aerial hammock, those two pieces are joined at the bottom to form a loop, which offers support and can allow for a pause between moves.  The hammock is very versatile and can be used to increase flexibility, build strength, provide relaxation, and create the opportunity to take it up a notch and pursue tricks, flips, and wraps.

Do I have to be an athlete?

A huge misconception is that you need to be a gymnast, or a dancer, or an athlete, or someone who is at the gym 5 days a week to participate in aerial arts.  Our lower ceiling heights, various class offerings, and our fabric with a loop offers students of all ages and fitness levels the opportunity to reach their fitness goals in a unique, fun way. 

What do I wear?

At the minimum, leggings and a tank top should be worn.  Bring a t-shirt for moves that may lead to fabric burn or pinching of the skin.  For safety, grippy socks or bare feet are recommended.  Hair that is shoulder length or longer should be worn up and away from the face.  Please avoid lotions, hair gels, and perfumes prior to class.  All jewelry should be removed.

What classes are offered?

Test-outs offered to move to a higher level class.

Introduction
Intro is offered for hip height hammock.  Learn the foundational wraps/poses while focusing on safety and comfort.  Two or three intro classes are recommended prior to attending any other hammock class.

Level 1 Hip Height
Pre-Requisite: Instructor approval that the Intro to Hammock class series has been successfully completed.

  • Intro foundational skills are used as building blocks to pose variations.
  • Transitions are introduced which allow poses to be joined together into flows.
  • Introduction to beginner climbs.
  • Conditioning for increased strength, stability, and flexibility.

Eligible for Level 2: Test-out of skills and instructor approval.

Level 2 Hip Height
Pre-Requisite: Complete Level 1 as determined by the instructor.

  • Master foundational movements

  • Perform Level 2 poses with control and minimal “tagging”

  • Progress to longer inversions

  • Increase focus on acrobatics and climbing

  • Introduce holding body weight with flex arm & long arm hangs

  • Improve body mechanic techniques

  • Move in multiple planes (side-to-side, front to back, rotational)

Eligible for Level 3: Test-out and instructor approval.

Level 3 Hip Height
Pre-Requisite: Complete Level 2 as determined by the instructor.

  • Less points of contact with the fabric
  • Unsupported flips/poses
  • Longer flows
  • Slides/Drops
  • Move through poses using tension and slack
  • Advanced pose variations
  • Less ground time
  • Body weight held with flex arm/long arm hangs

Double Hammock
Double the fun!  One person, two hammocks. Prerequisite: Completed Level 1 as determined by instructor.

Aerial Stretch, Stability, Strengthen
Pre-Requisite: Intro series required for Stretch, Stability, Strengthen.

Use the support of the hammock to increase: flexibility, strength, range of motion, movement control, and blood flow to your muscles.

Aerial Strong
Strength and conditioning will help take your aerial skills to the next level, by not only building strength, but also by improving flexibility, balance, and endurance inside and outside of the hammock.  This boot camp style class is guaranteed to get your heart rate up with short bursts of cardio; increase your strength for improved stability to joints and quality of movement, all while incorporating dynamic and deep stretching to improve overall mobility and reduce risk for injury.

Classes for children
Children are welcome to begin in the Introduction classes, or may start directly with the Tweener class program designed for those ages 7 to 12. Advanced Tweener classes are by instructor invitation only.

Homeschool Classes
Offered during the day for children ages 7+.  The classes are offered for fall, winter, and spring sessions.  Each session has 4 classes.

Limitations

Hammocks accommodate up to 275 pounds for Aerial Stretch & Stability and Intro to Hip Height Hammock.  250 pound limitation for all other hammock classes. Refer to waiver for additional information.

Yoga Flow

What is Yoga Flow?

Join us for a nurturing and grounding vinyasa-style yoga flow designed to promote healing and balance in both body and mind.  This class is open to all ability levels, offering gentle movement, breathwork and mindfulness practices to support your personal journey towards inner peace and physical well-being.  This class is designed to build strength, improve balance, and leave you feeling refreshed.  Whether you are new to yoga or a seasoned practitioner, this class has something to offer for everyone!

What do I wear?

Comfortable clothing

What do I bring?

Yoga mat or towel

Ages

16+

Bungee Fitness

What is bungee fitness?

Cardio, full body workout performed while wearing a harness and being attached to bungee cords that are suspended from the ceiling.  The cords allow for a low impact workout while performing exercises that are typically higher impact.  And the best part – you can “fly”!  

What do I wear?

At the minimum, leggings and a tank top should be worn.  Socks are optional.  Hair that is shoulder length or longer should be worn up and away from the face. 

What classes are offered?

Bungee Fitness – 14 years and Above
Test the limits of the bungee, get a feel for the equipment, and learn how your body moves attached to the bungee.  As you start to build up a tolerance for the harness and become familiar with the equipment and how your body moves, class is faster paced, as we move through the fitness and flying portions of the class.  Moves are joined together into fitness flows.  Instruction is modified for those in attendance.

Bungee Fitness – 13 years and Under
Test the limits of the bungee, get a feel for the equipment, and learn how your body moves attached to the bungee.  As you start to build up a tolerance for the harness and become familiar with the equipment and how your body moves, class is faster paced, as we move through the fitness and flying portions of the class.  Moves are joined together into fitness flows and fun games.  Instruction is modified for those in attendance.

Limitations

Bungee fitness will accommodate 90 pounds up to 200 pounds. Refer to waiver for additional information. 

Lyra Hoop

What is a Lyra Hoop?

The lyra is a round, steel hoop that is suspended from the ceiling.  The poses and tricks that are performed below the hoop, within the hoop, and above the hoop provide a full body workout.  Some of the benefits include increased strength, balance, flexibility, and coordination.

What classes are offered?

Intro 
(Approximately 4-8 weeks on a consistent basis)

Level 1, Level 2, Level 3
Instructor approval to move up through levels.

 Tweeners
Children ages 10-13.

Limitations

Lyra Hoop accommodates up to 250 pounds.  Refer to waiver for additional information.

Ages

13+ for Intro to Level 3

10-13 for Tweener

 

Our Pricing

**A physician should always be consulted when starting a new fitness program.**

Hammock & Lyra Hoop

Drop-in Class — $25.00 each

  • 5 Class Pass — $100.00
    Valid for 3 months
  • 10 Class Pass — $175.00
    Valid for 3 months

Homeschool
• Drop-in Class — $25
• 3 Class Pass (Discounted)— $54
• 4 Class Pass (Discounted)— $68
No cash/credit refunds or class credit for discounted homeschool packages.

*8 hour signup/cancellation window

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Bungee Fitness

(Ages 14+)

  • Drop-in Class — $30.00 each
  • 4 Class Pack — $100.00
    Valid for 3 months

(Ages 13 & Under)

  • Drop-in Class — $25.00 each
  • 5 Class Pack — $100.00
    Valid for 3 months
  • 10 Class Pack — $175.00
    Valid for 3 months

*8 hour signup/cancellation window

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Yoga Flow

Drop-in Class — $20.00 each

5 Class Pass — $90
Valid for 3 months

*8 hour signup/cancellation window

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Private Lessons/Parties

Blacklight Parties are also available for no additional fee.

Hammock/Lyra 60 Minutes
1 Student — $60.00, 2 Students – $80
3-5 Students — $35.00 each
6-10 Students — $30.00 each

Bungee 60 Minutes
$140 — max 4 people

Private Cardio Drumming 60 Minutes
$15 per person

Girl Scouts  — $15 per person discounted price

Birthday Parties
Ages 7+
One-hour class

Additional hour offered for cake, food, presents, etc for $25 fee. Table, tablecloth, and balloons provided. Feel free to bring additional decorations.

  • 3-5 guests — $35 each
  • 6-18 guests — $30 each

Hammock sharing program for 11+ guests.

Deposit due within 3 days of booking. Deposit refundable up until a week prior to the party. Final payment locked in and due a week prior to the party.

Contact the Studio to book!

May be scheduled any time a class is not in session.

MEET THE OWNER

JoAnne Stout
  • Hammock Certified Level 1, 2, and 3
  • Bungee Fitness Certified Level 1, 2
  • Lyra Hoop
  • CPR & AED Certified
  • Aerial Rigging Safety Certification
  • American Council on Exercise (ACE) Certified Group Fitness Instructor
  • TRX  Qualified Instructor

“Let’s fly high & get fit. I’ll see you soon!”

MEET OUR STAFF

Alicia Rivera

Aerial Hammock Instructor

  • Certified Aerial Technique Instructor
  • Aerial Hammock Intro, Levels 1–3 and Advanced Conditioning

Growing up Alicia was not much for organized fitness.  She did not participate in any organized sports as a youth, and it wasn’t until reaching her 30’s that she saw the importance of exercise to maintain a healthy lifestyle.  One year she received a gift certificate for Christmas to attend an aerial yoga class.  It took one class for her to realize that this needed to be a part of her fitness routine.  While she enjoys a variety of different types of fitness, Aerial remains the constant. She has been practicing as a student for the last 8 years, and her growing interest led her to get certified as an aerial fitness instructor and join Uplift Aerial Arts.

By trade Alicia is a Physical Therapist Assistant in which she has served the local community for the last 15 years.  In her career Alicia has found passion in encouraging and challenging people of all ages to achieve activities they never imagined, and she now brings that drive to the Aerial Fitness world. Her knowledge of the human anatomy helps keep her students safe and challenges them to achieve their aerial fitness goals. Flips and tricks are Alicia’s go-to aerial moves to practice, but no worries she can cater to all levels so that everyone can enjoy the fun!

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Rachael Brunner-Henry

Aerial Hammock Instructor

  • CamiyogAIR Aerial Yoga Teacher Level 1 Certification
  • Degree in Exercise Science
  • 10+ years of experience working in orthopedics/rehabilitation
  • CPR and AED Certified 
  • First Aid Trained

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Cydney Lee

Aerial Hammock, Lyra Hoop, and Yoga Flow Instructor

  • Uplift Aerial Arts Aerial Hammock and Lyra Instructor Certificate
  • YogaRenew Vinyasa and Hatha 200 hr Yoga Teacher
  • YogaRenew Mindfulness Certification

Cydney loves anything that mixes athleticism with art, and aerial is the perfect combo of that! She has a background in competitive gymnastics, cheerleading, aerial arts, weightlifting, and yoga. She started her aerial journey at 15 on aerial silks and has been in love ever since. She teaches Hammock Intro/1/2, Lyra Intro/1/2, and Yoga Flow.

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Morgan Garrett

Cardio Drumming Instructor

  • Uplift Aerial Arts Hammock Instructor Trainee
  • Uplift Aerial Arts Cardio Drumming Instructor Certificate
  • Advanced Hammock and Lyra Student

Like many, Morgan’s fitness journey took a detour into the “same old, same old” territory after her track days. But she wasn’t about to settle for boring workouts! After a little online searching, she found her happy place at Uplift Aerial Arts. That was the beginning, but the real magic happened when she was introduced to cardio drumming. The rhythm, the energy, the FUN! It was instant love, and now as a certified instructor, Morgan is passionate about helping others find joy in movement. Let’s get drumming!

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Trisha Mastoloni

Bungee Fitness Instructor

  • Aerial Technique Bungee Instructor Certification
  • Advanced Hammock and Lyra Student

Trisha started training on Aerial Hammock, and a year later added Lyra to her program. Through hard work and consistency, she progressed to advanced levels in both apparatuses. Wanting to add more cardiovascular fitness to her routine, Trisha gave Bungee Fitness a whirl, and it was the perfect addition to her exercise program.

She loves the freedom of movement that can be achieved in the bungee and the fact that you can choose the intensity level. Her classes incorporate light weights, flying, choreographed moves, as well as leveled poses. Join Trisha for a non-traditional fitness class while all the while laughing, meeting new people, and doing something great for yourself!

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Meredith Watkins

Aerial Lyra Hoop Instructor

  • Uplift Aerial Arts Lyra Instructor Trainee
  • Advanced Hammock and Lyra Student

In the spring of 2023, Meredith was looking for something to inspire her, and boy did she find it in aerial.  For Meredith, lyra has become not only a unique workout, but a close friend – a place to conquer new challenges, find fellowship with other students, and create works of art.  Writing flows scratches the puzzle itch in her brain and puts her creative side to work.  She loves working to perfect a move or flow and finding strength she didn’t know she had!  Her goal as an instructor is to help others find the light that aerial has brought into her life.

Teacher training opportunities are available through Aerial Technique™ at aerialfun.com/aerial-fitness-teacher-training

COMMUNITY PROGRAM

We proudly support Foster Well

Uplift Aerial Arts is pleased to support the Foster Well organization by offering recurring, complimentary aerial classes to the foster care community.  See studio’s sign up calendar for dates and times.  Foster Well’s mission is to see children and families in the local foster care community thrive, by providing loving, tangible support through connections with churches and community members. 

www.fosterwell.org