VIVA2026 Schedule

Guided with care and precision, we will learn to time whips into a transitional flow. Come explore timing and power in safety.

A 5-hour workshop to strengthen and refine your standing acro—from L-base to 2-highs and hand-to-hand. Focus on alignment, connection, and smart progressions so your skills feel smooth, safe, and strong.

This class explores handsfree acro and creative flow, including slackro, hip-to-hip transitions, inversions, and mono balance progressions, with a focus on fear management and safe falling for intermediate practitioners.

The Jankcarian Express offers playful, unconventional Icarian pops to add creativity to your AcroYoga practice.

Link your favorite whips with icarians to create a delightful, swing and burst flow.

A playful standing sequence designed to build stronger tuck shapes, compression, asymmetric loading, and dynamic timing with your partner. You can train each element separately or connect them into a […]

Explore the edges of possibility in this breath-based acro flow crafted by Jill and Heidi. This class emphasizes reciprocity, full-body awareness, and technical precision as you move with your partner […]

A creative trio acro class exploring group swings and tosses with fresh variations and unexpected transitions. Expect familiar shapes reimagined as you play with timing, coordination, and dynamic group movement […]

Develop hands free technique, including progressions for free mono Star and a variety of balance-y and creative upright transitions, all linked in a challenging and elegant figure 8 washing machine. […]

Explore the YogaSlackers’ Five Principles of Acrobatics, a framework for more efficient, precise, and sustainable acro. We’ll break down each principle and apply it through simple exercises to improve your […]

Explore one of our favorite acro “machines” with creative twists and funky balance variations. This class supports different approaches, whether you want to flow fast, refine stability, or explore both. […]

An exploration of the elusive Inlocate (a.k.a. Podceska), accessible for both hand-to-hand beginners and experienced practitioners. This class focuses on “learning how to learn” the skill, building the foundations needed […]

Explore how weight sharing and momentum create effortless lifts and flight. Drawing inspiration from Kaeja elevations and contact improvisation, this class works with partnering loops, rotational lifts, and flowing entries […]

A Lucha Libre–inspired partner lift class full of high-energy, theatrical movement. Explore dynamic lifts, throws, safe falls, and role reversals in a playful “fight” sequence built on collaboration and contrast. […]

Refine your handstand form while learning how to adapt it to different surfaces, heights, and partners. We’ll explore creative and foundational standing partner acro skills, with handstands as the main […]

Explore the fundamentals of Icarian technique from the ground up. Newer students will learn their first pops safely, while those with prior experience can refine technique and build toward tempo […]

A beginner-friendly class focused on foundational acro skills, building strength, ease, and fluidity from the ground up. Learn essential physical techniques alongside communication tools for working with a partner. Designed […]

Explore L-base 3-person stacks and “Dutch stack” variations in a safe, progressive format for beginners to advanced practitioners. This class builds foundations for 3-high skills while bridging L-base and standing […]

A flow-focused Icarian class beginning with side star tic-toc timing and progressing into cartwheel-style pops and variations. We’ll warm up Icarian fundamentals, develop clear timing, and build toward more complex […]

A focused clinic breaking down the R-Star entry, alongside alternative entrances and pathways into the pose. We’ll also explore ways to improve stability, control, and range of motion once in […]

A continuation of last year’s “sit and spin” exploration, this class introduces new variations and playful twists on the theme. Expect creative spins and entries, with possibilities shaped by flyer […]

Explore a powerful and creative L-base flow blending different techniques within one sequence. We’ll experiment with hands-free elements, hand-to-hand connections, pops, and whips to build dynamic, flowing movement.

An introduction to standing acro for those curious about trying their first moves. You’ll explore basing, flying, and spotting, including two-high, standing counterbalances, and overhead shapes like cathedral and camel. […]

A playful Icarian class exploring creative pops from unexpected positions. Expect “jank” in the best way this session blends Icarian fundamentals with unusual popping variations that may leave both participants […]

A creative take on two-high exploration with Jill & Heidi, building beyond standard progressions into more inventive climbing and movement pathways. Expect a playful, non-traditional approach to refining your practice.

Break down one of Slackro’s signature balancing skills and learn how to make every Catwalk feel smooth, steady, and controlled. Through progressions, drills, and partner feedback, you’ll build confidence in […]

A group discussion exercise on hypothetical scenarios to understand and brainstorm community care strategies and conflict resolution options

A gentle introduction to acroyoga, designed for those taking their first steps in the practice. Explore balance with new partners while discovering foundational ways to use your feet and support […]

Explore dynamic and unconventional entrances into foot-to-hand (F2H), along with creative transitions in and out of the shape. We’ll also build sequences that evolve toward mono balances for added challenge […]

Refine your standing hand-to-hand through timing, breath, and calibration. Jay and Heidi will guide tempo-based drills, solid spotting, and dynamic entrances into H2H, with clear progressions to build confidence and […]

Connecting pops is one of the best ways to build your icarian practice. This key skill will help in all aspects of your icarian journey, boosting your coordination, communication, focus […]

A foundational introduction to low (L-base) hand-to-hand, both regular and reverse. This class builds from the ground up, starting with hand placement and grip then develops flyer shapes, base support, […]

A playful exploration of asymmetrical shapes in acro, where symmetry and “perfect balance” take a back seat. Expect unusual positions, creative coordination challenges, and lots of playful confusion in the […]

An all-levels acro “recess” focused on fun, play, and creativity. Explore line games, multiple-base flows, pass-the-flyer, acro improv, and group play. Movements can be scaled up or down, from safe […]