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Chicago Aerial Arts
4.8 ★★★★★ 225 Google reviews · Pole studio in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago-based gym specializing in aerial arts such as silks, hoops and hammocks, plus dance, acrobatics and yoga.
Plan your first class
- ClassPass classes are bookable on ClassPass — an easy way to try the studio before committing
- Parties hosts bachelorette & private parties — a favorite for birthdays and bachelorette groups; ask about private group bookings
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule chicagoaerialarts.net — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 773-923-2342
Hours
| Monday | 5–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 5–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 5–9 pm |
| Thursday | 5–9 pm |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | 10 am–2:15 pm |
| Sunday | 11:30 am–3 pm |
The classes they teach
“They offer a variety of levels from intro/ beginner & new levels and specialized limited workshops 😁 Love Chicago Aerial Arts like my second home 💙!”
“There's plenty of room to climb, drop, and fully extend without feeling cramped, which makes a big difference when you're working on longer sequences or dynamic moves.”
“The studio is clean, well-lit, and fully equipped with everything I need—silks, hammock - sling, crash mats, and rig points that feel super secure.”
“From aerial fitness, to open gym, flex, obviously Lyra and the extra activities, this is by far the best gym I've ever been to!”
“They offer trials so you can see if this studio is for you, they offer private classes, open gyms, flexibility training.”
What's on offer
“From aerial fitness, to open gym, flex, obviously Lyra and the extra activities, this is by far the best gym I've ever been to!”
“We had our daughter’s 10th birthday party here.”
“They offer trials so you can see if this studio is for you, they offer private classes, open gyms, flexibility training.”
“I love being a part of CAA aerial community and so happy I found this place to be able to express my aerial creativity (and on all apparatuses!”
What students say again and again
“The studio is clean, well-lit, and fully equipped with everything I need—silks, hammock - sling, crash mats, and rig points that feel super secure.”
“They offer a variety of levels from intro/ beginner & new levels and specialized limited workshops 😁 Love Chicago Aerial Arts like my second home 💙!”
“If you’re looking for a place to start your aerial journey, build your confidence, and/or find passion for movement & exercise, THIS IS THE PLACE!”
“I love the place and studio which is super inviting and cozy, and all the staff are very welcoming, positive, and so supportive!”
“Otherwise the place is super clean and organized, designated areas for shoes/jackets, and love the space between each apparatus in the space.”
From the reviews
My experience at Chicago Aerial Arts has been genuinely positive and has turned into a real growth journey for me..like physically, but socially too. Like any aerial beginner, my first class was intimidating and I definitely felt lost at first… but I expected that. Aerial isn’t something you master in one session.
I've been attending open gym at Chicago Aerial Arts regularly, and it's one of the best spaces I’ve found for independent aerial training. The studio is clean, well-lit, and fully equipped with everything I need—silks, hammock - sling, crash mats, and rig points that feel super secure.
Chicago Aerial Arts is a great place to train! And who doesn’t love free parking! I love the place and studio which is super inviting and cozy, and all the staff are very welcoming, positive, and so supportive!
Amazing experience for my first intro class. Very informative, parking was covered, all the other attendees were nice and engaging even when having to share items. It was all time of people there to help with comfort. Very well put together environment.
Bachelorette & private parties at Chicago Aerial Arts
Chicago Aerial Arts comes up for private parties — confirmed on their own site. A pole party is one of the most-booked ways to celebrate a bachelorette, birthday, or girls' night, and it's a blast even if nobody in the group has ever touched a pole. A few things worth asking when you reach out. First, group size and what's included — most studios run private parties for around 6–15 people with a dedicated instructor, a beginner-friendly routine, and time for photos. Second, the vibe you want — sassy heels-and-flow choreography, playful spins and tricks, or a mix; a good studio tailors it to the guest of honor. Third, booking and pricing — parties are usually a flat package booked in advance, and popular weekend slots fill up fast, so ask about deposits and what to wear (shorts for grip, no lotion). It's beginner-friendly by design, judgment-free, and genuinely fun — exactly the kind of thing everyone talks about afterward.
Your first pole class at Chicago Aerial Arts
Nervous about your first pole class? Almost everyone is — and a good studio expects total beginners to walk in the door. Here's what to know. You don't need to be strong, flexible, or thin to start — pole builds all of that, and your first class is about learning to spin, walk the pole, and hold on, not inverting on day one. What to expect: a warm-up, some conditioning, and a few basic spins or a short combo — it's a real full-body workout, so expect to sweat and to feel it in your arms and core the next day. Rest whenever you need to; no one is watching or judging. What to wear: shorts and a tank or sports bra — bare skin on your arms, legs, and stomach is what grips the pole, so save the leggings for aerial or floorwork. Skip the lotion the day of class; it makes the pole slippery. Grip aids: most studios keep grip liquid (Dry Hands / iTac) on hand, and knee pads make floorwork comfy — ask at the front desk. What to bring: water and a small towel. Arrive 10–15 minutes early to sign in and meet your instructor. It clicks fast — most people leave their first class already planning the next one.
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