Hypermobility in Pole & Aerial: Why Extra Care Matters

Taking Care of Our Beautiful Bendy Bodies

At My Gravity, we love a bendy line as much as anyone — those gorgeous shapes, those effortless splits, that “how did you even do that?” moment. But if you’re hypermobile, you’ll know that being bendy isn’t the whole story. It comes with its own quirks, challenges, and things to look out for, especially when you’re spinning, inverting, or hanging upside down for fun.

Hypermobility looks different on everyone

There’s no one version of hypermobility. Some people feel it mostly in their hips, others in their shoulders, some everywhere, and some only notice it when they start training regularly. For one person it might mean super‑deep flexibility; for another it might show up as wobbly joints, quick fatigue, or “why does this feel unstable today?” vibes. No two hypermobile bodies behave the same — which is why listening to your body matters more than comparing yourself to anyone else in class.

Hypermobility in pole and aerial

Hypermobility in pole and aerial

Why extra care matters in pole & aerial

When your joints naturally move further than average, your muscles and stabilisers have to work harder to keep everything supported. On the pole or in the air, that can mean:

• Accidentally overstretching

• Feeling unstable in certain shapes

• Fatigue sneaking up faster

• A higher chance of sprains or strains

It’s not about being “too flexible” — it’s about making sure your strength matches your range.

Tune in, even when everything feels fine

Hypermobility can come with delayed pain signals or that classic “I’m fine… oh wait, maybe I’m not” moment. If something feels wobbly, unstable, or just off, that’s your cue to pause. Rest days, modifications, and slower progressions aren’t setbacks — they’re smart training.

You’re not limited — you’re specialised

Some of the most stunning pole and aerial artists in the world are hypermobile. Your body isn’t a problem to fix; it just needs a slightly different approach. With awareness, strength, and good coaching, your flexibility becomes a superpower you can actually control.

How We Support Hypermobility at the Studio

Hypermobility is something we see a lot in pole and aerial — and it shows up differently for everyone. Some people feel super bendy, some feel wobbly, some get tired quickly, and some don’t notice it until they start training more. There’s no one version of it, which is why we focus on awareness and strength, not just flexibility.

I’m hypermobile myself, and so are my kids, my sister, and her children. Because of that, I’ve spent years learning how to train safely, build stability, and look after my body while still doing all the fun bendy things. A lot of that knowledge now shapes how we teach at the studio.

To support anyone who wants stronger, safer flexibility, I’ve added a Flexibility Flow class on Wednesdays at 8:30pm. It’s full of mobility drills and active flexibility work designed to build strength inside the joints — not just stretch them further. It’s great for hypermobile bodies, but honestly helpful for everyone.

The goal is simple: move beautifully, move safely, and understand your body so you can keep doing this for years.