WHEN: 24TH - 26TH APRIL 2026
WHERE: Yoga Rise Blackpool, Back of 1A Red Bank Road,
Bispham, Blackpool FY2 9HN
Description
Aerial Yoga Teacher Training (20 Hours) Yoga Alliance Accredited Ready to elevate your practice and step into teaching Aerial Yoga with confidence? Join us at Yoga Rise Blackpool for a transformational 20-hour Yoga Alliance Accredited Aerial Yoga Teacher Training, held in our stunning seaside studio, where the sky meets the sea, and your training becomes a retreat-like experience. This training is more than a certification, it’s a whole weekend of learning, connection, movement and inspiration in our sanctuary by the sea. At Yoga Rise Blackpool, you’ll train in a bright, spacious aerial studio filled with natural light, huge windows, high ceilings and beautiful sea views that instantly help you breathe deeper and feel more relaxed. Between sessions, you can unwind on our roof terrace in the fresh coastal air, and at lunch, take a walk along the beach to reset your nervous system. Course Overview This is a small-group, high-quality training designed to give you real confidence and real teaching skills.
• 20 hours of in-person small group training (max 10 trainees)
• Led by a highly experienced, internationally recognised aerial yoga trainer
• Detailed course manual included • Supporting online content: videos + extra resources
• Professional Teaching Certification (upon successful completion)
• Yoga Alliance Accredited (20 hours)
• Access to a global support group + CPD opportunities
• FREE classes, discussion forum + closed Facebook community
• 2 hours of private post-course mentorship (via Skype/online call)
Fees:
Early Bird £475 when booked before 28th February. Full Price £495 Payment Plan Option Prefer to spread the cost? Choose our payment plan: 3 instalments of £165 (£495 total)
Please note:
• Payment must be made in full before the course start date
• The full balance is due even if the course is not attended (or not completed)
Training Schedule:
• Friday 24th April: 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm
• Saturday 25th April: 9:00 am – 6:00 pm (1-hour lunch)
• Sunday 26th April: 9:00 am – 6:00 pm (1-hour lunch)
What You’ll Learn:
By the end of this training, you’ll have the tools and confidence to teach creative, safe and soulful aerial yoga classes.
1) A proven “seed class” sequence You’ll learn our general-level aerial yoga class sequence designed to be:
• Accessible and adaptable
• Easy to teach
• Easy to modify for different strengths + flexibility levels
• Perfect for beginners to intermediate students
Think of it as a foundation, a “seed class” you can grow into your own unique teaching style as you gain experience.
2) How to structure unforgettable classes Learn the principles of strong class design so your students leave feeling:
• Physically open
• Emotionally soothed
• Mentally calm Aerial yoga is powerful, and we teach you how to use the swing skilfully to avoid common teaching mistakes like overstimulation, imbalance or alienating students.
3) Inclusive, confident communication
• Learn cueing and language that supports everybody and helps you build a strong teacher-student bond.
• We also introduce adjustments and hands-on support techniques (inspired by Thai Yoga Massage principles) that help deepen connection, because when used well, touch becomes a powerful teaching tool.
4) Mindfulness and relaxation techniques
• We’ll show you how to incorporate simple mindfulness and meditation-based techniques into your classes.
• These tools create the magic students remember, and they are especially loved at the beginning and end of a session.
5) The emotional power of the swing The aerial hammock isn’t only about flexibility and spinal traction; it can be used to:
• Reduce anxiety
• Enhance wellbeing
• Improve focus
• Build emotional regulation and a calm nervous system
This is where aerial yoga becomes truly holistic.
6) Creativity and play
• Stand out as an innovative teacher by learning how to use the hammock creatively and playfully, while keeping classes safe and structured.
7) Safety, set-up and installation You’ll learn essentials, including:
• Swing set-ups
• Safe use and spotting principles
• Installation basics
• Risk awareness and teaching professionalism
Meet Your Trainer – Richard Holroyd
Richard is an internationally recognised Aerial Yoga teacher and course leader who has been teaching and training teachers since 2011. Originally from England, he later moved to Lithuania for love, and has devoted his life to sharing the unique power of aerial yoga, not just as a physical practice, but as a pathway back to happiness, presence and deep relaxation.
Richard’s love for the swing began with a simple goal: practising inversions, but once it was installed, he had a “eureka” moment, noticing how instantly joyful, light and present people became when supported by the hammock. In 2011, he founded Aerial Yoga London, London’s only dedicated aerial yoga studio at the time, and went on to teach thousands of classes and workshops, refining a style that blends safety, creativity, mindfulness and deep restoration. Expect a training experience filled with soothing relaxation, encouragement, fun and freedom, guided by a teacher who truly believes the swing can bring people closer to the true feeling of yoga: pleasure, spontaneity, openness and ease.
Be More Than an Aerial Instructor
This training supports you in making the shift from:
Instructor → “follow the moves” to teacher → “create transformational experiences”
You’ll gain knowledge from teaching methods developed over years of real-life classes with real people, created to help students fall in love with aerial yoga and keep coming back.
Who Is This Training For?
This training is ideal for:
• Qualified aerial yoga teachers wanting to deepen skills + expand repertoire
• Yoga teachers/trainee yoga teachers
• Pilates teachers or physical therapists (evidence may be required)
• Anyone with 3+ months of regular aerial swing practice (studio or home)
Accommodation, Food, Travel and Parking
Yoga Rise Blackpool is in a brilliant location with everything you need close by. There’s an abundance of accommodation within walking distance, along with plenty of cafés, restaurants and supermarkets nearby. You’re also very welcome to bring your own lunch to the studio, and we can help you find accommodation if needed, just ask!
Getting Here
Blackpool is easy to reach with great travel links. You can take the tram from Blackpool North train station, which stops right outside the studio. We also have easy access from the motorway, perfect if you’re driving in.
Parking
The studio doesn’t have its own car park; there is plenty of free on-street parking available within walking distance to the studio.
What To Bring
• Yoga mat
• Warm layers (for restorative + relaxation moments)
• Water bottle + snacks
• Notebook + pen