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FORM Academy offers Melbourne’s leading Aerial Yoga Training, a Yoga Alliance YACEP-recognised program for teachers and passionate practitioners. Our alignment-based aerial yoga method teaches safe rigging, equipment checks, progressive sequencing, spotting techniques and bilingual cueing in Mandarin Chinese and English. Led by senior educator Jowing Zhang, this aerial yoga training builds confident, professional teachers who understand how to lead safe, uplifting aerial classes. Perfect for yoga teachers, movement professionals and studio owners seeking high-quality aerial education in Australia.

Jowing Zhang YAID: 67826

FORM 50-Hour Aerial Yoga Continuing Education Training

Next Intake: (2026)

Feb 20–22, Feb 27–28 & Mar 1
(Friday to Sunday x 2)

Location: Little Mandarin Camberwell

Accreditation: Yoga Alliance YACEP continuing education

Educator: Jowing Zhang

Language: English and Mandarin

Tuition fee: $2499

Early Bird $2099 ends December 31, 2025, at 11:59 pm AEDT. Payment plan available on request.

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Course overview

The FORM 50-Hour Aerial Yoga Continuing Education Training is a practical, alignment-based program that develops confident and safe aerial yoga teachers. Across three intensive weekends, you will learn rigging and equipment fundamentals, progressive sequencing, spotting, bilingual cueing, and applied anatomy. The training moves from foundational floor work to supported inversions and flow, with supervised teaching so you graduate ready to lead clear, uplifting, and safe aerial classes. A Yoga Alliance YACEP-recognised program built on two successful cohorts at Little Mandarin.

Who this is for

  • Yoga teachers seeking a certified Aerial Yoga Continuing Education Program (YACEP)

  • Reformer Pilates or fitness instructors wanting to expand into aerial modalities

  • Movers who love aerial and wish to develop their technique with proper alignment foundations

  • Studio owners want to strengthen staff training and safety standards

What you will learn

1. Rigging & Equipment Fundamentals

  • Anchor points, load ratings, ceiling checks

  • aerial silk setup for diverse body types

  • Pre-class equipment inspection

2. Alignment-Based Aerial Method

Understand how the body moves in relationship to the hammock using FORM’s principles:

  • Key alignment landmarks

  • Joint stacking and safe range of motion

  • Progressive pathways from floor → aerial silk → inversion

3. Safe Spotting

  • Spotting techniques for beginners and advanced practitioners

  • Fall-prevention strategies

4. Progressive Sequencing

Learn to design sequences that are:

  • Beginner-friendly

  • Creative yet safe

  • Balanced between strength, mobility, and flow

Includes full class templates you can immediately apply to your teaching.

5. Teaching Skills & Communication

  • Cueing effectively in Mandarin Chinese and English

  • How to give tactile cues while staying safe

  • Teaching to mixed-level groups

  • Voice projection, timing, rhythm

6. Applied Anatomy for Aerial Yoga

  • Spine mechanics in suspensions and inversions

  • Shoulder stability

  • Core engagement

  • When (and when not) to invert students

7. Supervised Practice Teaching

A large portion of this course happens inside the studio with:

  • Real-time feedback

  • Peer practice

  • Micro-teaching sessions

  • Final practical assessment

Graduates feel ready, supported, and confident to teach.

Outcomes

Upon completion, you will receive:

✔ Little Mandarin FORM Academy 50-Hour Aerial Yoga Continuing Education Certificate
✔ Yoga Alliance YACEP recognised hours
✔ Eligibility to teach aerial yoga in studios that accept accredited training

Dates and attendance

Six full training days
Feb 20, 21, 22, 27, 28 and Mar 1, 2026
Attendance at all dates is required to receive the certificate.

Venue

Little Mandarin Camberwell Studio
Easy public transport, nearby parking, and cafés.

Tuition and booking

Early Bird $2099 ends December 31, 2025, at 11:59 pm AEDT. Standard tuition $2499 from Jan 1, 2026. Payment plan available on request.

Book now to secure your place. Spots are limited to maintain quality feedback.

What to bring

Comfortable practice wear, water bottle, notebook, and a curious mind. All props are provided at the studio.

Your educator

Founder of Little Mandarin and FORM Academy, Jowing Zhang is known for her clarity, precision, and ability to train teachers with depth and confidence.

She has taught and trained across yoga, aerial, wall yoga, and movement modalities for over a decade. Her bilingual cueing creates accessibility for both Mandarin Chinese and English-speaking students.

FAQs

  • Some aerial practice experience is recommended, but you do not need to be an expert. The training covers foundations through to more advanced skills with progressive learning.

  • Yes. This is a Yoga Alliance YACEP-recognised continuing education program. Graduates receive 50 hours of accredited training.

  • You will be able to lead safe, structured aerial yoga classes, including beginner-friendly sessions, foundational flows, strength sequences, and gentle supported inversions.

  • It is alignment-based, safety-focused, bilingual (Mandarin + English), and grounded in real studio experience from two successful aerial cohorts at Little Mandarin. You receive direct supervision and hands-on feedback.

  • Attendance is required for certification. If an unavoidable situation occurs, please contact us in advance to discuss options.

  • Yes. Please contact us for setting up a payment plan.

  • Expect a balance of technique, strength, mobility, and hands-on learning. The program is progressive and accommodates different body types and abilities.

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