AcroYoga Jams in Zurich (unguided open trainings)

When and where is the next AcroYoga Jam in Zurich taking place? Who is it for? What do you need to bring? Here you find the answers.

What are Jams and who can join?

Jams are open and unguided trainings where we come together to play, have fun, and work on our goals. While there are no teachers present, there’s often a handful of more experienced AcroYogis or acrobats who are happy to help. The Verein organises regular jams in a training hall with mats and a longe, but we also work with other groups to provide access to even more locations. In addition to that, there are spontaneous outdoor jams happening whenever the weather permits. Below you’ll find a list of trainings.

Regular Acro Züri Jams

Wednesday Jam (TBZ)

Urban Acro Friday Jam (TBZ)

Saturday Jam (Kornhaus)

Ending times

The ending times mean we (and all our material) have to be out of the hall sharp at that time. Please help us to keep the maintenance people happy and help cleaning up all the mats and your stuff 15 minutes before the end of the jam, thank you!

Holidays

As the halls belong to the local schools, they are usually closed during school holidays. Check our calendar or the Telegram chat for further information.

Self-organised Outdoor Jams

Whenever the weather permits, we love to gather somewhere outside and play together. These so-called jams are self-organized, usually in our Telegram Group. Most jams take place at either Chinawiese or Josefwiese. It’s a great opportunity to get a sense of what AcroYoga is all about and meet some new people. There’s really worse things to do than being out in the sun and having fun. Whether you’re a beginner or a professional – everyone is welcome!

General rules for the Telegram chat

Rules for posting in the Telegram Chat:
Your message is welcome under the following regulations:
It is about Acro AND *
A: * jams, workshops, classes, events IN ZÜRICH -> welcome anytime
B: * jams, workshops, classes, events ELSEWHERE -> only welcome on the 1st of the month
Everything posted not being case A or B of these guidelines will be deleted - thanks for your understanding

Other Trainings

There are other acrobatics groups who meet regularly but are not organised through the Verein.

The movement room in Rote Fabrik hosts open training on a Tuesday and Thursday evening.
Zirkus Robinson hosts an open training on Sunday evening and Tuesday evening.
Zirkusquartier offers open training for acrobatics, alongside other movement disciplines (silks, juggling etc) on Monday and Thursday.
The university of Zurich also offers guided trainings within the ASVZ (academic sports club), the so-called Manege, several times a week for students and members of staff.
On Friday, there’s an acro/aerial jam held at GZ Heuried from 18:30-21:30.

Calendar

For your information and hopefully (acro)happiness: we have a calendar with all the dates for jams and training spaces. Also regular acro classes of teachers are welcome to be added or are already included (dm @oliviergrdr if you have such an offering)

Locations and their abbreviations

Outdoor
CW = Chinawiese (https://maps.app.goo.gl/GjPjvMENUPESzBAe8)
JW = Josefwiese (https://maps.app.goo.gl/UykDboyqdzur36CW8)
SW = Saverawiese (https://maps.app.goo.gl/zBv9ozoz3myyknjx9)
RW = Rentenwiese (https://maps.app.goo.gl/B7VNwJY3bSXPg2JP8)
Indoor
TBZ = Technische Berufsschule Zürich (https://goo.gl/maps/Xnu58V9h1iuomdKRA) – we train on the 9th floor, there are changing rooms, showers, and bathrooms on the 6th. Mats are also on the 6th floor. Please take some up if you’d like to have some and bring them back in the end.
Schulhaus Kornhaus: https://maps.app.goo.gl/GDcwJmKFyokqAN5q8
RF = Rote Fabrik (https://goo.gl/maps/Lqq4y1hT8XuCRxFX8) – note that you need to be a member of RF to train here. https://bewegigsruum.ch/

Payment

If you are not (yet) a member of our association, you are asked to pay CHF5 each time you join an indoor jam. This contribution helps cover hall rental costs and the maintenance of our equipment.
Please use this Twint QR code to make your payment or click the button

FAQs

I'm a beginner, can I still join?

Yes. While we do recommend taking classes in the beginning to get familiar with the basics and how to safely train by yourself, it is possible to join any jam. Be aware that practicing AcroYoga and/or partner acrobatics carries certain risks, so when a practitioner at the jam expresses safety concerns or advises you to use a spotter (third person for support), please follow their advice. On this note, you are always welcome to ask for help and tips!

What do I need to bring?

We recommend you come in comfortable training clothes, bring your own bottle of water and maybe a towel. For outdoor jams you’ll have to bring your own yoga mat.
If a jam is donation-based and you’re not a member, please bring the corresponding amount in cash as it might not be possible to get change if you bring more than the required amount.

Optional for people with long hair: Bring a hair tie! Your base will thank you and no one will accidentally pull your hair 😉

How do I become a member?

If you want to participate at the jams regularly, it definitely makes sense to become a member. The annual membership cost is CHF75 and grants you free training at the Verein jams on Wednesdays and Saturdays. Furthermore, membership fees allow us to buy training equipment such as mats, longes, etc. for the community as well as to offer workshops at reduced prices for members. Click here to register to become a member.

You have great ideas on how to grow the community or something that could benefit everyone? Please get in touch with us!