Crescent City Aerial Arts

Since we started the Unilocal Gets Physical series, I’ve been able to get a taste of a variety of different activities that not only incorporate exercise, but a really unique skill or activity. When we hosted our YGP at Crescent City Aerial Arts (CCAA), I was rundown from a recent trip and could feel myself getting immensely sick. Alas, my Unilocal community has a way of bringing me to life, and made it through, but didn’t get to do many of the activities… so I swore I would return of my on volition. I’m also the type of person that will blow off a gym membership, but will commit to going to a $ 25 class or series (both of which you can sign up for).
I conveniently signed up and paid online for the Intro to Aerial Arts. My friend was also able to drop-​in on the class as well. Michael was our instructor and had been one of the instructors when we did the YGP. We began with some stretches and exercises to help prep our bodies for the silks. This class focused strictly on the silks introducing us to the terminology, how to distribute your body, beginner positions in the silks, and how to make it look good. While my long-​limbed buddy and me were still trying to figure out how to make our gangly parts look as poised as Michael’s, by the end of the class we felt much more confident in our postures in the silks with his coaching and tips. Michael then did a demo of what we would learn in the next class. This sneak peak was a little intimidating but incredibly inspiring.
I usually also judge an exercise class by how I feel a few days later, and while I was a little sore nothing was so sore that I’d not want to go back. I think my friend and I will both do the beginner class one more time, and then move on. Michael also spoke about showcases, which I’d be very interested (if I do manage to find my footing in the silk game) to be a part of.