AntiGravity LAB

May 2024

I've been wanting to visit the Antigravity Lab for 5-6 years now, but you know... pandemic. The only class that fit my schedule was the pilates one, which I've never tried before, so when the instructor was sorting the class into regulars and beginners, I was a little confused about how I should identify. It's been years since I did Antigravity, but I still remember many of the moves and cues. The actual studio is easy to find. There's plenty of space to store belongings and restrooms in which to change in and shower. This particular instructor was very New Yorker--stern with a sarcastic attitude, which I personally find amusing, and I know it's all from a place of keeping all the students safe. Class was fun overall, and I would definitely come back again next time I'm in NYC.

May 2023

I've been coming to Christopher's class for just over a month now and had to leave a review! I have a panic disorder that has affected almost every facet of my life. And while I know not every technique will be a best fit for everyone- attending this class has really helped me. I've known for a long time that the mind/body connection is incredibly strong and have attempted many times to heal both but for the most part traditional therapy modalities revolving around panic are tailored primarily to the healing of the mind. While this class is not labeled as therapy, I've tried so many other methods to get into my body but something about aerial yoga makes such a strong,...read full review

Mar 2023

After getting back into yoga recently, I was inspired to try an aerial yoga class. I came across the Antigravity Lab in ClassPass and, after many weeks of trying to get a booking (they're in quite high demand), I finally got into the FUNdamentals beginner class. When I arrived, I was greeted by someone at the front desk who gave me a waiver to sign and showed me the facilities. I was impressed that they even had showers there. Nothing fancy but functional.Class started on time. The class has about 12 or so people. Most were first timers with a couple more seasoned people. Our instructor Dollene was wonderful. She made sure to put all the newbies in the front to hear and see her better. She walked us through each pose, first giving a demonstration and then walking around to spot us. She reassured us that the hammock would support us and so would she. It was reassuring. For most of us, it didn't take long to ease in and trust the process. I was super impressed with how quickly we were moving for a first class. We got to do a couple of inversions and even one flip at the end. Some of the poses have the same names as traditional yoga poses. Others were new for me. I thought it would be more like traditional yoga than it was. It actually reminded me of a mix between acrobatics and Pilates. You rely a lot on core and arm strength. When we first went upside down, it was really cool. But it got quickly intense. You're upside down for two minutes or more at a time before you get up and recalibrate. In that time, I felt the blood rushing to my head. It's more intense than other inversions like a shoulder stand or head stand. You can hear it in your ears and you start to get hot. If you're sensitive to motion sickness also, this might not be for you. The hammock sways a lot. Some people might find it soothing but it can feel nauseating.Despite the discomfort at timeS, it also feels liberating. To me, it feels like swimming through air or a flying sensation. Truly, it was a good class. Five star experience but I probably will not be in a rush to book a second class given how intense it feels to hang upside down. I can see myself doing it again but not part of my regular practice.