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Discover the unexpected strength and joy found in the art of pole dancing as Aileen, the vibrant owner of Empowered Aerial Fitness Studio, joins us for a profound conversation about transformation and community. In this episode, we unravel Aileen's personal journey of resilience following her divorce and how it inspired the creation of a space where self-discovery and empowerment are celebrated through dance. Encountering common misconceptions head-on, we redefine pole dancing as a source of inner confidence, highlighting that it's more about personal empowerment than any preconceived stereotypes.This heartfelt discussion shines a light on the therapeutic nature of dance, revealing its potential as a refuge for those seeking emotional release. Aileen shares earnest insights into how the physicality of dance can provide solace, allowing individuals to express and manage their emotions in a cathartic way. Moreover, we delve into the depth of human connections formed in fitness communities, contrasting the solidarity of gym routines with the joyous communion found in dance classes. We underscore the importance of being seen and supported, a fundamental aspect of well-being in any fitness journey.Wrapping up our enlightening dialogue, we highlight stories of empowerment and the sense of belonging that women find within the pole dancing community. From moms in their 40s to first-timers, the tales of self-love and acceptance are nothing short of inspiring. We invite listeners to consider the warmth and encouragement awaiting at Empowered Aerial Fitness Studio, where each individual's presence is a cherished addition to the collective narrative of growth. And as for the future, we look forward to empowering more individuals to take flight in their own fitness voyages, fostering self-care and celebrating every climb to the top.
Angel Stewart is the Founder and Owner of Angel's Aerial Fitness. Angel has spent the past decade and a half inspiring and empowering people of all ages, helping build a strong community through body movement and camaraderie. With more than 15 years of operating, Angel's Aerial Fitness stands as Prince George's premier Pole & Aerial studio, embracing both virtual and on-site classes. Members will discover a diverse array of captivating sessions, including Aerial Yoga, Flexibility training, exhilarating workout classes, mesmerizing Liquid Motion, and the captivating Animal Flow. Learn more at https://www.angelsaerial.com/
Back recording with Rachel and Sephie, Michael digs deeper into Aerial Fitness. Kellie taught all of us everything, and just made us antsy to try it ourselves. Join us as you learn what is really in Rachel's belly, what is on the docket for next week, and how to stand up to fear. Follow us @yournerdyo on Insta, TikTok, or Twitter! Producers: @achenbam, @rachyschulz, @sephelicious Graphic: @vaughnshane Theme/Music: @dmilree
After a brief break Michael is back diving into a topic that he truly has no idea of, Aerial Fitness. Luckily obsessor, instructor, and all around good person Kellie is on ready to squash all heresy and fear. Get ready to learn the health benefits, the workout, the ease, and a celebrity that made this popular. (And no not just Pink!) Follow us @yournerdyo on Insta, TikTok, or Twitter! Producers: @achenbam, @rachyschulz, @sephelicious Graphic: @themagicianstable Theme/Music: @dmilree
This week we are joined by, ProPilates founder, Tonka Cascais. Tonka is a true inspiration with solutions to improve your mental, physical and spiritual self. Tonka Cascais is a classically trained Pilates instructor with a background in Neuroscience, Biomechanics, Human Anatomy, and Physiology, and is the creator of APX™ Method. Tonka Cascais is also the owner of ProPilates Studio in Fort Lauderdale, Florida which she opened in April of 2000. Her Pilates career started in 1996 under the tutelage of Romana Krizanowska, who was Joseph Pilates's assistant for over 50 years. In 2003 Tonka was appointed by Romana as a Teacher Trainer and was responsible for the training of new instructors in Florida. In 2010 Tonka Cascais started her training in Aerial Fitness which inspired the creation of her Aerial Pilates Exercise Method. Tonka Cascais holds certifications from the American College of Sports Medicine, Classical Pilates and the Pilates Method Alliance, Muscle Activation Technique, and Neuromuscular Reflex Patterning as well as having completed 50 hours of human body dissection at the Medical School of the University of South Florida. Today, Tonka uses her diverse knowledge to create life-changing and innovative programs and works with a variety of clients at ProPilates and all over the world with whom she shares her passion for helping people of all ages to live a healthy, productive, and purposeful life. Find Tonka here: https://www.instagram.com/tonka_cascais https://propilates.com/
We talk about how she went from being damn good at her job, to being terrible at pole and deciding to make it her job and how she had to make tough Covid decisions to come out the other side. Tangents involve the greater therapeutic results and value in being a teacher in her field and why the hell she has so many drinks all over. Get in touch with comments or suggestions – CONSTRUCTIVE comments and suggestions, send me an email or a tweet (both of those things I'm rubbish with) @wearsunscreenp @kyankeedoodle or wes@wesroberts.co.ukWear Sunscreen, the future's bright!
Jackie, owner of Spice Pole and Aerial Fitness joins me to talk about our journeys to reconnecting with our bodies through pole and sensual dance. We discuss the power of tapping into your sensuality and she shares the risk she took in starting her own studio.
In this week's episode, I interview Niyah Marie (Jackie) of Spice Pole & Aerial Fitness located in the heart of Duluth, Georgia. Niyah Marie shares her journey into the Aerial Community and how she fell in love with it. We chat about how she first opened her space (literally from the beginning), how perseverance pays off and how to ask for help when you need it. To find out more about this episode, visit theaerialhour.com
This week's guest is Abby Forbes who, while studying bio-chemistry at University discovered the art of pole dancing and aerial fitness, before landing working in the beauty industry. As a young black woman, Abby is an advocate for cosmetics and skincare becoming fully diverse and reflective of the skin you're in. Brave New You TRIBE podcast host Lou Hamilton talks to Abby about Black Lives Matter, beauty, strength and bodies, both inside and out.Follow Abby on instagram @abbylizxJoin our tribe on instagram @bravenewyoutribe or www.brave-new-you.com/tribe or follow Lou @brave_newgirlThanks to Podstar Ltd for producing the podcast www.podstarpr.comMusic licensed from Melody Loops
On this part two of the second Live Like An Acrobat episode Shenea Stiletto continues her conversation with her first ever special guest an innovator in the aerial fitness world Aerial Fitness Bodies founder Stuart McKenzie. Stuart McKenzie is a World Renowned Acrobaticgymnast and decades long Cirque Du Soleil performer. His Cirque appearances include Saltimbanco, Kooza, Kurios, and Mystere. He most recently launched his online aerial fitness business 'Aerial Fitness Bodies' where he has developed a home & travel friendly hand loop fitness strap for the cirque community & fitness demographics. AerialFitBodies.com
On this part two of the second Live Like An Acrobat episode Shenea Stiletto continues her conversation with her first ever special guest an innovator in the aerial fitness world Aerial Fitness Bodies founder Stuart McKenzie. Stuart McKenzie is a World Renowned Acrobaticgymnast and decades long Cirque Du Soleil performer. His Cirque appearances include Saltimbanco, Kooza, Kurios, and Mystere. He most recently launched his online aerial fitness business 'Aerial Fitness Bodies' where he has developed a home & travel friendly hand loop fitness strap for the cirque community & fitness demographics. AerialFitBodies.com--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
On this episode of Live Like An Acrobat Shenea Stiletto announces her Circuspreneur Blog and speaks with her first ever special guest an innovator in the aerial fitness world Aerial Fitness Bodies founder Stuart McKenzie. Stuart McKenzie is a World Renowned Acrobaticgymnast and decades long Cirque Du Soleil performer. His Cirque appearances include Saltimbanco, Kooza, Kurios, and Mystere. He most recently launched his online aerial fitness business 'Aerial Fitness Bodies' where he has developed a home & travel friendly hand loop fitness strap for the cirque community & fitness demographics.
On this episode of Live Like An Acrobat Shenea Stiletto announces her Circuspreneur Blog and speaks with her first ever special guest an innovator in the aerial fitness world Aerial Fitness Bodies founder Stuart McKenzie. Stuart McKenzie is a World Renowned Acrobaticgymnast and decades long Cirque Du Soleil performer. His Cirque appearances include Saltimbanco, Kooza, Kurios, and Mystere. He most recently launched his online aerial fitness business 'Aerial Fitness Bodies' where he has developed a home & travel friendly hand loop fitness strap for the cirque community & fitness demographics.--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Bill Horan and Corey Kaufman learn about a unique business on Long Island - a studio that is literally taking dancing to new heights. Learn about Aerial Fitness with our guest, Regina Armand, owner of the dance and fitness studio, The Aerial Loft in Mineola.
Fly. Fit. Fun. Ready for a challenging new workout? Jessi shares all about Aerial Fitness, Lyra & Hammock class offerings she teaches at the Aviary in Minnetonka & Minneapolis, MN.
In this Episode, I Chat with Kerri Flanigan. She is the Owner of Air- Aerial Fitness and MudbuM in Southpark in Charlotte, NC. We discuss her Journey from College Athletics, to working at A gym and Navigating her way to Becoming the Owner. She has an Awesome Story and a Intriguing Practice for You All!
Cesar bring the owner of a Pole and Aerial Fitness studio on the show with her partner in crime to talk about our New Years Battle of the Sexes event and what makes this kind of studio so amazing!
In this episode of Compassionately You, Entrepreneur and Self-Confidence Advocate, Christina VanDem of Zeal Aerial Fitness opens up about her self-confidence journey internally and externally. After having a child, she was invited by her friend to an Aerial Fitness Class and it changed her world. She talks about her self-confidence and body image journey and we both get real about our after-baby bodies.
We got workout brain, Devon does Air Aerial Fitness, and Nicole gets her heart monitored at Orange Theory. Featuring Cross Fit up and coming star Anastasia Narinskiy.
Learn about the bridge between physics and play with Jen Healy, creator of Aerial Yoga Play. This new Therapeutic Healing and Fitness Modality created by Jen offers similar benefits to traditional yoga including flexibility, strength and balance, with the unique conditioning of aerial dance and acrobatics for an exhilarating new way of approaching yoga. Students and teachers learn to sculpt their bodies in the air using special yoga swings to tone muscles, find balance, and increase flexibility. Aerial Yoga Play allows a combination of benefits comparable to aerial yoga, pilates, suspended resistance training, acrobatics, and aerial silks all rolled into one for an amazing suspended fitness experience. For details on upcoming workshops and trainings, please visit Jen on Facebook.
Learn about the bridge between physics and play with Jen Healy, creator of Aerial Yoga Play. This new Therapeutic Healing and Fitness Modality created by Jen offers similar benefits to traditional yoga including flexibility, strength and balance, with the unique conditioning of aerial dance and acrobatics for an exhilarating new way of approaching yoga. Students and teachers learn to sculpt their bodies in the air using special yoga swings to tone muscles, find balance, and increase flexibility. Aerial Yoga Play allows a combination of benefits comparable to aerial yoga, pilates, suspended resistance training, acrobatics, and aerial silks all rolled into one for an amazing suspended fitness experience. For details on upcoming workshops and trainings, please visit Jen on Facebook.