What’s the weight limit for Open Aerial Yoga?
If you’ve ever searched “what is the weight limit for aerial yoga?” you’re not alone.
This is one of the most common questions we get, and it usually comes from women who are curious, excited… and understandably cautious.
Let’s clear this up right away:
Aerial yoga is plus-size friendly, and at Open Aerial Yoga, we proudly serve women of all sizes.
So, What Is the Weight Limit for Aerial Yoga?
At Open Aerial Yoga in Huntington Beach, Orange County California, our aerial yoga equipment is:
Commercial-grade
Professionally installed
Rated for thousands of pounds
Safe for students up to 380 lbs
The hammocks, rigging, and ceiling mounts are designed to handle far more than one person’s body weight, even during movement, suspension, and inversions.
Safety and accessibility are not an afterthought. They are the foundation.
Is Aerial Yoga Safe for Plus-Size Women?
Yes. Absolutely.
Aerial yoga is actually more accessible and supportive for many plus-size women than traditional mat yoga.
Why?
Because the hammock:
Supports your body weight
Reduces pressure on joints
Improves balance and stability
Allows poses to feel easier, not harder
Many students who feel uncomfortable, excluded, or limited in mat yoga feel immediately at home in aerial yoga.
Aerial Yoga Is Designed to Support You, Not Judge You
At Open Aerial Yoga, we believe:
Yoga is for every body
Strength looks different on everyone
Accessibility is empowerment
Our classes are intentionally structured so that:
You can hold onto the hammock at all times
You don’t need to “look a certain way”
You’re never expected to perform or keep up
You move at your own pace, supported the entire time.
Will the Hammock Hold Me?
This is the real question behind the search.
And the answer is: yes.
Our hammocks are designed to:
Hold dynamic movement
Support full body weight
Safely assist inversions and stretches
Remain stable and secure throughout class
If you’re under 380 lbs, our equipment is well within its safe operating range.
Why Aerial Yoga Can Feel Better Than Mat Yoga for Larger Bodies
Many plus-size students tell us aerial yoga feels better because:
There’s less pressure on wrists, knees, and lower back
Balance feels easier with support
Stretching feels deeper without strain
Movements feel empowering instead of discouraging
The hammock acts as the ultimate prop, helping you experience yoga in a way that feels supportive, not restrictive.
What If I’m Nervous to Try My First Class?
That’s completely normal, and you won’t be alone.
At Open Aerial Yoga:
We specialize in beginners
There are always other first-timers in class
We do not offer hot classes (no slippery floors)
You’re guided every step of the way
Many women who walk in nervous walk out saying:
“That felt easier than I expected.”
“I actually felt strong.”
“I can’t believe I did that.”
Can Plus-Size Students Advance in Aerial Yoga?
Yes.
You can stay in gentle, supportive Aerial yoga & Pilates classes or
Advance into tricks classes if that’s your goal.
Aerial yoga meets you where you are and grows with you.
Final Answer: What Is the Weight Limit for Aerial Yoga?
At Open Aerial Yoga, our equipment safely supports students up to 380 lbs, and is rated for thousands of pounds overall.
More importantly:
Aerial yoga is for all sizes, all bodies, and all levels.
If you’ve ever wondered whether aerial yoga was “for you”
this is your sign that it is.
Try Aerial Yoga in Huntington Beach, Orange County California
If you’re ready to feel supported, empowered, and surprised by what your body can do, we’d love to welcome you.
Book your first aerial yoga class at Open Aerial Yoga in Huntington Beach, California.
You belong here.