Yoga?
In a trapeze?
YES, it IS as fun as it sounds! 

What is the Yoga Trapeze®?
The Yoga Trapeze is a fabric swing between two sets of handles of varying lengths. The Trapeze allows you to hang upside down in various ways, as well as enabling you to drop passively into deeper, more supported back bends, build strength in the posterior chain and grip, and go into deeper stretches than you might be able to on your own!

What are the Benefits?
Inversion Therapy~ This is the biggest benefit! Hanging upside down creates space between the vertebrae and provides natural traction for the spine. This is so important because, in our culture, many people spend far too much time seated and end up with back pain. The trapeze opens things up and relieves discomfort!

Assisted Backbends~ Backbends are often uncomfortable or not accessible to many people. The support that the Trapeze offers allows you to come into these beautiful heart opening postures in a passive way.

Core/Posterior chain/Grip strengthening~ Traditionally, the opportunity to practice any type of pulling motion in a mat based class is unlikely. The Trapeze requires a great deal of upper body and core strength to do even basic movements, such as getting in and out of the sling. Using the Trapeze, you can quickly and effectively strengthen the back body. The Trapeze can also be used for planks, crunches, rows and many other things to help strengthen your grip strength and your core.

While these are all great benefits, the Yoga Trapeze® is NOT suitable for everyone!
~Pregnant woman should not participate
~People with Stage 2+ herniated discs should not participate
~Those taking any pain medication, prescribed or over-the-counter, must have doctor permission to participate
~Individuals with high blood pressure must also have permission from their doctor to participate
~Those with osteoporosis, glaucoma, or cardiovascular disease must have permission from their doctor to participate
~Weight limit is 250 pounds

So, once you are sure this is something that is safe for you to do,
how do you get started?

First, if you have never done this before, you might want to sign up for our next Intro class on
TBA
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During our time together, you will learn all about the trapeze - how to set it up safely, the different hand grips, the postures, and then we will do a beginner level class complete with a floating savasana!
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If you love it and want to do more, sign up for a group or private class!
​ I  require pre-registration for the trapeze classes. This is because the number of spots available are limited, and I would hate for you to show up and find out that the class was already full. 
Click here to register for group classes:
​https://PresentMomentYogaOnLine.as.me/

We are excited to start offering small group private events! Schedule time with us for a team building event, date night with friends, bachelorette or birthday party(16+)! 
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* Please do not wear anything with zippers, jewelry, or body oil/lotion to these classes, as they could tear or stain the fabric of the trapeze.*

​Trapeze yoga pricing
Single class $20
4 Class Pack $70
PRIVATE CLASSES
1 class $75
4 class package $260
8 class package $480
12 class package $660
(Must pre-pay for packages and they expire 4 months from date of purchase)
1 Hour Trapeze Group Private
2-3 people: $150
4-6 people: $275
The same 24 hour cancellation policy applies to trapeze private classes as we have for mat based privates.
Gift certificates are available
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Trapeze yoga class schedule

​Monday~ 9:30-10:30 a.m. 
Wednesday~ 7:15-8:15 p.m.  All levels
Saturday~ 10-11 a.m.

STILL NOT SURE?
​ Read on to see what people are saying about their experience in private sessions or read this article:

​https://www.emissourian.com/features_people/feature_stories/this-trapeze-workout-is-no-circus/article_f6f0f5c4-c6aa-11ea-92c8-dfc7ec384c17.html

"I have had back issues for many years and having been doing yoga with Melissa for several years, I think about 12 years. I feel like her classes have always helped my back from getting worse.  When she said she was going to add trapeze yoga I was very excited. I watched it on you tube and thought perhaps this would also be good for my back. I checked with my doctor and she felt the inversion poses would be excellent in that it would allow gravity to stretch the spinal column. Well, I have taken some private classes with Melissa and can’t hardly believe how good my back feels after being stretched out naturally.  I am able to walk greater distances with my dog, so he is happy also.  I am so thrilled she will be offering these classes in her new studio and plan to be a regular attendee. " Donna H

"I have been doing Trapeze classes with Melissa for several months.  She challenges me and has taken me outside my comfort zone more than once, and I love it. I can tell that I am getting stronger with every session.  It is great to be pushed and encouraged at the same time."  Rhonda L

"Trapeze yoga has been fun, challenging, and has exceeded my expectations. At first I thought there was no way I would ever be able to hang upside down. With Melissa's guidance my body started to become stronger and soon I was hanging upside down. Trapeze yoga has improved my posture, overall body strength, and confidence. Look at it as a long term activity in order to make a difference. Melissa is an excellent instructor who has allowed me to go at my pace while still adding new challenges. It's definitely worth trying."  LH


 Working on core strength and balance!


So many ways to use this prop!!