AWAKEN EDUCATION WILL SUPPORT YOU IN REACHING YOUR POTENTIAL THROUGH CREATING A SPACE WHERE YOU CAN TAKE RISKS, EMBRACE VULNERABILITIES, AND BE COURAGEOUS IN CONTINUING TO GROW AND LEARN. 

We understand that the process of instructing and teaching others is the most rewarding playground for any student while simultaneously challenging you at a level you may not have yet experienced.  We remain committed to showing up beside you and supporting you on this courageous journey.  We are committed to your growth. 

ENGAGE WITH US, SHOW UP BESIDE US, LEARN WITH US.
AWAKEN WITH US.

The Awaken Aerial Instructor Training is an extensive program for anyone who is interested in learning more about aerial movement and the aerial hammock, deepening their individual practice, or becoming an Aerial Instructor. In this transformative experience we embark on an in-depth study of the movement, anatomy, and philosophy of Awaken Aerial.

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Awaken Aerial is based on 6 foundational principles that make aerial movements effective and safe. In this course you will learn how to teach using the aerial hammock, modify for each individual client and apply the principles to each exercise. You will walk away feeling empowered to create impactful lesson plans, connect meaningfully with clients and feel confident in your ability to teach.  Awaken Aerial was created based on anatomy, physiology, teaching pedagogy principles, and the physical, spiritual and emotional needs we humans need to develop to live more full  lives.

THE 6  FOUNDATIONAL  PRINCIPLES

  • Breath 

  • Awareness 

  • Safety 

  • Axial Skeleton Alignment 

  • Peripheral Skeleton alignment  

    Trust and Connection

If you’re ready to enhance and embody the teachings of Awaken Aerial in your own practice, your instruction, and your life. Join us!

2024 COURSE COMING SOON…
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General Course Objectives:

  • How to apply Awaken Aerial biomechanical principles of core stability, breathing and alignment to all exercises

  • A complete breakdown of each exercise

  • Exercise goals, muscular initiation and movement sequencing

  • Modifications to increase or decrease exercise intensity

  • Modifications for specific body types and postural issues

  • How to recognize optimal and less than optimal movement patterns

  • A variety of programming options to keep clients motivated

  • Effective communication, verbal cues and imagery for performance enhancement and client motivation

Continuing Education Credits & Apprenticeship

You must complete 6 hours of continuing education with Awaken Education every 6 months to maintain your Awaken Education Certified Instructor title.

C.E.C. Workshops to be determined.

MEET THE INSTRUCTORs

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JENNA HANSEN

Jenna has a passion for life, the outdoors, education and people. She is owner of Awaken Studios and Retreats. Her certifications include Stott Pilates Instructor Trainer in Mat, Reformer, Cadillac, Chair and Barrels; along with being an Instructor Trainer for Total Barre, Zenga Mindful Movement, and CORE Athletic Conditioning and Performance Training. Additional credentials include being 500 hour Yoga Teacher Trained, AntiGravity Fitness Certified Instructor, AFAA Certified, Bachelor of Fine Arts in dance from the University of Utah, Masters in Education from the University of Utah, Secondary teaching license, Les Mills group exercise instructor, and a certified Personal Trainer from National Association of Sports Medicine.

Along with teaching fitness, Jenna has also taught snowboarding, skiing, recreational therapy, and dance. She has taught dance, drama, and Pilates in New Zealand and was a Rafting and Hiking guide in Alaska.  Jenna has competed and placed in IRONMAN triathlons, snowboarding and dance competitions. She loves seeing how her students’ lives improve as they work towards fitness goals, injury rehabilitation or an improved quality of life. Her clients range from: professional athletes, grandparents, firefighters, endurance athletes, professional strongmen, stay at home moms, children and everyone in between. Jenna’s life work however is her 3 children, whom help remind her through their examples how to live life in the present with an awe for the amazing world.

EMILY JACOBS

Emily Jacobs has a passion for teaching that extends back as far as she can recall.  She earned her bachelors degree in education and music from Westminster College in 2004 and has been teaching professionally ever since.   

Emily is currently a level 2 certified AntiGravity Fitness instructor with certifications in AntiGravity Fundamentals, AntiGravity Aerial Yoga, AntiGravity Suspension Fitness, AntiGravity Pilates, and AntiGravity Just Kids.  Her clientele range in age from young infants to individuals in their golden years. In fact, the adaptability of AntiGravity Fitness is one of the many reasons why Emily loves practicing and teaching.

Emily has taught music and movement to young children for 15 years and currently owns her own thriving music studio.  Emily and her husband Nick are the proud parents of four amazing boys and together they love to bike, camp, hike, travel, play in any capacity and most importantly, jam out together.