Aerial hammock, similar to silks and sometimes recommended for beginners. The hammock is essentially looks like an upside down silk with the tails tied together at the top and suspended from the ceiling. 

Traditionally made from silk, a variety of synthetic materials are used these days, Tricot is the most common the length can vary.

During a performance, artist climb, wraps, and drops themselves in and out of the fabric, creating beautiful, graceful movements in the air. Training aerial silks builds strength, flexibility, and control.