Frequently Asked Questions

Pilates in the air is also known as Aerial Pilates. Aerial Pilates is a unique form of practising Pilates exercises in the air by suspending the body, or parts of the body in a soft aerial silk hammock. The silk hammock is suspended close to the ground, about ½ a metre, which creates an unstable work environment that will challenge your Pilates practice.

Beginners Aerial Pilates start by practising exercises on the floor and with the assistance of the Pilates hammock, gradually advance to exercises that require full-body suspension a few inches off the floor.

Air Control Pilates is proud to set the highest safety standards and education in all things Aerial Pilates

• Learn from an experienced aerialist of 16 years and Pilates teacher of over 20 years
• We have a professional rigger lead our rigging awareness workshop all of our courses
• Learn which equipment is suitable and meets current safety regulations
• We are constantly developing and researching further education in our field

Aerial Pilates draws elements and fundamentals from Pilates and aerial arts. It is not only a fun way to be active and stay fit but also a great training tool for practising good quality patterns of movement. It can also help you to facefears in a supportive environment. It’s a great way to find and create a balance of holding on and letting go, finding inner strength and gaining self-awareness, which in the air and inverted is a very unique beautiful experience.

Facing your fear in a safe and supported environment is good and often leads
to personal growth, development and a healthy dose of self-achievement. It’s
important to take small steps of progress that feel right for you along the way.

It’s important that Aerial Pilates is practiced in a safe environment, which has been certified by a professional qualified structural engineer and rigger. It’s also important that only exercises, which a qualified instructor has taught you, are practised. Exercises are taught at levels and further options are given when the participant is ready.

We welcome Pilates teachers, aerialists, aerial teachers and enthusiasts

Our Aerial Pilates Teacher Training course is Professionally endorsed by Active IQ
Active IQ is one of the UK’s leading awarding organisations, which is
recognised and regulated by Ofqual within the Active Leisure sector designing qualifications that support clearly defined career pathways.

We have a course for that! 'Safe practice of Aerial Pilates' is a great starting place to learning about rigging awareness and relevant safety information.

On all of our Aerial Pilates teacher training courses, it includes an rigging awareness workshop with a
highly experienced rigger.  

You'll understand what equipment you would need and where to purchase it.

Complying with legal and insurance related requirements for working at
height, ensuring a high level of health and safety in your classes.

The best time to learn a new skill is before you feel completely ready. Many of our teachers join because they want to create momentum, not wait for the perfect moment.

That's often the magic opportunity. Teachers who offer something different naturally attract curiosity, referrals, attention and special moments. 

Absolutely, one of the biggest benefits of Air Control Pilates® is that it helps you stand out from other local studios, teachers, and movement businesses by offering something truly unique.

Many of our teachers find that introducing Air Control Pilates® helps them:

• Differentiate themselves from local competitors
• Attract curious and engaged new clients
• Enhance their professional reputation
• Create premium offerings within their business
• Build stronger client loyalty and retention

When you offer something extraordinary, people notice.

Air Control Pilates® isn't simply another training course. It's a complete movement method designed to create memorable experiences for both teachers and clients.

Often aligned teachers find us and feel a clear 'This is exactly what I want'.   So they take the next step with certainty because they know they want to create extraordinary experiences, stand out in a crowd, and become known for something unique.

And meet like minded people around the world