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Flying Buddha Studio
4.5 ★★★★★ 43 Google reviews · Pole studio in Gaithersburg, Maryland
Relaxed facility specializing in aerial fitness classes such as yoga, bungee and dance.
Plan your first class
- Free first class or intro offer new students are welcomed with a free class or a discounted intro pass — check their site to book your very first class
- Drop-ins drop-ins around $25 — check their schedule; many studios discount your first visit, so ask about the new-student rate
- Memberships monthly memberships and unlimited plans available — ask how an intro offer credits toward a membership
- Parties hosts bachelorette & private parties — a favorite for birthdays and bachelorette groups; ask about private group bookings
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule flyingbuddhastudio.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (240) 597-0020
Hours
| Monday | 10:45 AM–8:45 PM |
| Tuesday | 12–8:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 10:45 AM–8:45 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM–8:45 PM |
| Friday | 10:45 AM–8:30 PM |
| Saturday | 10:30 AM–5 PM |
| Sunday | 9:45 AM–5 PM |
The classes they teach
“You get the opening and strengthening that you get from yoga and the fun of feeling like you're in cirque du soleil.”
“I purchased the aerial yoga foundations workshop plus two additional classes as an anniversary present for me and my husband.”
“I purchased the aerial yoga foundations workshop plus two additional classes as an anniversary present for me and my husband.”
What's on offer
“I purchased the aerial yoga foundations workshop plus two additional classes as an anniversary present for me and my husband.”
“I purchased the aerial yoga foundations workshop plus two additional classes as an anniversary present for me and my husband.”
“I purchased the aerial yoga foundations workshop plus two additional classes as an anniversary present for me and my husband.”
What students say again and again
“Very helpful and broke down each step making it very easy for my first time.”
“Along with having a great instructor, its also is a very relaxing atmosphere.”
From the reviews
Aerial Arts/Hammock Review: I am a big girl and have wanted to pursue the aerial arts for a few years. I finally took the plunge and enrolled in the closest studio near me - Flying Buddha Studio. I love how hands-on Sarah is. She's also the studio owner and teaches classes as well.
Flying Buddha studio is an amazing place where ordinary people are raised higher than ordinary limits. The founder is a kind and compassionate leader who sees everyone’s individual greatness. Come as you are and you will go far.
I loved the aerial yoga fundamentals class. Im a big girl so I was worried at first. But the teacher was kind and patient. The class definitely a great experience. You get a great workout without even realizing you're working out. The equipment is legit you don't have to worry about will this support me.
The studio is awesome, Sarah is a great studio owner. I love the class. So glad i stopped! My back and whole body feel much better after a class. ❤️
Bachelorette & private parties at Flying Buddha Studio
Flying Buddha Studio 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 Flying Buddha Studio
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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