Join Acro Umbrella for acroyoga, partner acrobatics, and circus-style movement training in an inclusive community in Vancouver
Acro Umbrella
Looking for acro yoga classes in Vancouver? Acro Umbrella offers beginner to intermediate acroyoga classes focusing on strength, balance, and connection. Learn L-base flows, standing acro, handstands, and partner skills in a supportive environment with regular classes, workshops, and community jams every week.
All Levels Acroyoga
Everyone is welcome
An all-levels acroyoga class where you train at your own pace, with progressions that build from beginner basics to more advanced skills as you level up.
Beginner Acro
A beginner acro class where you learn the basics of partner work, build strength and balance, and progress safely through foundational skills at your own pace, with no prerequisites or experience needed.
Intermediate Acro
Intermediate acro classes feature L-base flows, Icarian pops, dynamic transitions, and creative sequences. Prior acro experience required.
Each class may have a set of recommended pre-requisites.
Standing Acro
Standing acro classes focus on partner dance lifts, balance, and dynamic movement, including hand balancing and foundations of being in two high. Our clasess build strength, timing, and trust.
Handstand and Mobility
Handstand and mobility classes focus on balance, body awareness, flexibility, and controlled inversion training. Classes may include handstand, wrist and shoulder conditioning and mobility exercises.
Acro Umbrella Schedule
Regular classes, jams, workshops, and community events in Vancouver every week.
This schedule is subject to change
Class Passes
Flexible ways to train
From drop-ins to monthly options, our class passes make it easy to join in, whether you’re just starting out or coming every week.
Sliding Scale Drop-in
We offer a sliding scale of $15-$25 to keep our classes accessible while honoring the work of our teachers.
10 Class Monthly Membership $165
Best for weekly training. Includes 10 classes per month plus one guest pass to share the acro love.
10 Class Pack $180
A flexible pass for regular students who want more room to train without a monthly commitment.
4 Class Pack for $80
A simple option if you want a few classes to get started and find your rhythm.
We offer free, low-cost, or by-donation events whenever possible to help make acro accessible and welcoming to more people.
Acro Umbrella
Board of Directors
Built by community, for community.
We lead with safety, inclusion, collaboration, playfulness, integrity, and accountability so everyone can feel respected, supported, and welcome in acro spaces.
Our Vision
Our vision is a vibrant and connected acro community where people of all backgrounds and abilities can explore, grow, and thrive together through joyful and sustainable practice.
Our Mission
Our mission is to grow Vancouver’s acroyoga community by creating safe, inclusive, and accessible spaces where people can learn, teach, connect, and contribute.
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Come Play at Acro Umbrella Jams
Join us every Sunday at Ache from 6 to 8 pm for a fun, welcoming acro jam built around community, practice, play, and connection. Whether you’re brand new or more experienced, our jams are beginner-friendly, low-pressure spaces to move, meet people, and enjoy acro together.
Everyone is Welcome
Beginner-friendly
By Donation
Recommended Fee $15
Acro Umbrella FAQ
Yes, beginner acro yoga classes are available in Vancouver with no experience required. These classes focus on safety, foundational poses, and communication.
Acro yoga, partner acrobatics, and circus training all involve movement, but they focus on different goals.
- Acro yoga combines yoga and partner work, focusing on balance, flow, and connection.
- Partner acrobatics is more strength and technique-based, with lifts and structured progressions.
- Circus training includes a wider range of skills like aerials and hand balancing, often geared toward performance.
In Vancouver, many people start with acro yoga and then branch into partner acro or circus depending on their interests.
AcroYoga combines yoga, partner acrobatics, and movement. Unlike traditional yoga, it involves working with a partner to build strength, balance, and trust.
No partner is needed. Most acro yoga classes rotate partners, making it beginner-friendly and social.
Common beginner acro yoga poses include Bird, Throne, and back Plank. These help build balance, core strength, and confidence.
Acro Umbrella is a Vancouver-based community that offers acroyoga classes, partner acrobatics, dance lifts, hand balancing, standing acro circus workshops, and acro jams for all skill levels. We focus on creating a beginner-friendly, inclusive space where no partner is needed and people can learn, train, and connect through movement. Classes are offered at 3 different locations in East Vancouver.
Yes, acroyoga is safe when taught with proper technique, spotting, and gradual progressions. Beginners start with low poses and build skills step by step. Spotters help guide movement and reduce the risk of falls, especially when learning new poses. Over time, students progress safely by developing strength, balance, and communication.
With experienced instructors and a structured approach, acroyoga is a safe and accessible practice for all levels.
In your first acro class, you can expect a beginner-friendly introduction to partner work, including basic poses, communication, and safe progressions. You’ll usually start with a warm-up and some games, then learn foundational movements like Bird or Plank, working in small groups and rotating partners. For more information check out our First Acro Class Guide.
If you prefer not to be photographed during class, just let your instructor know before the session starts. We will make sure your boundaries are respected and help create a safe, comfortable space for everyone.