6 week beginners handstand course

6 week beginners course 30th April-4th June  every Wednesday 6-8pm

The course is designed for beginners, making it accessible for anyone who has little to no experience with handstands.

Alignment drills

Learning how to align the body correctly for perfect handstand position and for control.

Strength Building

Exercises that target the core, shoulders, and arms to develop the necessary strength for holding a handstand.

Flexibility

Techniques to improve flexibility, which is crucial for achieving and maintaining a handstand.

Safe Environment

Participants can practice in a supportive and safe environment, allowing them to make mistakes and learn at their own pace.

Engaging with fellow beginners can create a sense of camaraderie, making the learning process more enjoyable and motivating.

By the end of the course participants should have a better understanding of how to practice handstands.

Beginner Handstand Course

This 2 hour Flexibility Workshop is going to be working towards splits and backbends. 
The first hour is going to start with a warm up, focusing on hip flexors and hamstrings. Next, specific drills for strong and safe splits, as well as covering the technique for splits. In the second half of the workshop the focus will be on shoulders and backbends. We will work with both passive and active exercises, as it’s very important to learn which muscles need to be engaged in the different positions for most efficient and safe flexibility training. 

No prior experience is required for this workshop as different progressions will be provided based on everyone’s individual needs.

Flexibility Class- Open Level

Andres Cerdeira

Excellent training space, excellent teachers with great experience, knowledge and teaching methods, and excellent community.
Couldn't recommend more to join these classes, either as a one time thing while passing by London, or as a regular thing!

Can't wait for my next time visiting London and join the classes!

Susan Burgess

What an amazing experience!!  This was an intense handstand workshop style class. The instructor, Judit was extremely knowledgeable and helpful. Definitely for students with some handstand experience and a strong desire to improve their skills. Would definitely do this class again next time I’m in London. 


**Open Level Handstand Class**

Join us for an invigorating open-level handstand class designed for practitioners of all abilities! Whether you're a beginner or looking to refine your technique, this class provides a supportive environment for everyone.


- **Warm-Up:** Begin with a dynamic warm-up to prepare your body, focusing on shoulder mobility, core engagement, and wrist flexibility.
- **Skill Progressions:** Learn various handstand drills tailored to your level. Beginners will work on wall-supported handstands and balance fundamentals, while more experienced students can explore freestanding handstands and advanced variations.
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**Techniques & Tips:**

 Receive personalized feedback and tips to enhance your balance, control, and overall technique from our knowledgeable teacher
- **Strength & Conditioning:** Incorporate strength-building exercises that target the muscles necessary for handstands, ensuring you develop a strong foundation.

- An open mind and a willingness to learn!

Join us to challenge yourself, build confidence, and connect with fellow handstand enthusiasts in a fun and encouraging atmosphere!

Handstand Class- Open Level

Liza Liza

I had a very fun time learning hand balance here!

Ella Fahie 

Training with Sainaa during the intensive was so  much fun. A good mix of wall/spotted/free drills and alignment exercises and a beautiful venue!

Valerie Berchel

I have never done so many freestanding handstands (with a spotter of course!) as opposed to other classes.  Practising this way builds confidence and each time I felt closer to my goal; I understood so much more about mine v the correct posture. Recommended!

Guzel Garifullina

I love these classes, it's one of the best. It's focused on the correct technique and makes sure everybody is injury free


Open Level Handstand Class

Join us for an invigorating open-level handstand class designed for practitioners of all abilities! Whether you're a beginner or looking to refine your technique, this class provides a supportive environment for everyone.

What to Expect

Warm-Up- Begin with a dynamic warm-up to prepare your body, focusing on shoulder mobility, core engagement, and wrist flexibility.

Skill Progressions-Learn various handstand drills tailored to your level. Beginners will work on wall-supported handstands and balance fundamentals, while more experienced students can explore freestanding handstands and advanced variations.
- 
Techniques & Tips

 Receive personalized feedback and tips to enhance your balance, control, and overall technique from our knowledgeable teacher

Strength & Conditioning
Incorporate strength-building exercises that target the muscles necessary for handstands, ensuring you develop a strong foundation.

An open mind and a willingness to learn!

Join us to challenge yourself, build confidence, and connect with fellow handstand enthusiasts in a fun and encouraging atmosphere!

Flora Pearson 

Great class in a beautiful space with a friendly atmosphere

Angelo Appa

I’ve attended a few handstand classes around London, and I can confidently say this was the best one yet. Manu was professional, confident, and calm, with a keen eye for detail—exactly what I needed to push myself further. Truly inspiring! I’ll definitely be back and highly recommend this class.

Lydia Trickey

I’ve been taking classes and doing workshops with Sainaa, Manu and Judit consistently for about 18 months and I’ve gone from not being able to kick up at all, to holding a straight, straddle and tuck freestanding handstand for more than 30 seconds. The classes and workshops are super fun and challenging, they’re really well structured and designed to help you progress. The teaching is exceptional, absolutely world class. I highly recommend London School of Handbalance, these coaches are the best at what they do.

Nathia Pais

Amazing enviroment to improve your handstand technique, work in your flexibility and know people with the same passion. 

Sigalit Levy

AJ Hudspith 

First class coaching in a beautiful venue 

Rachael Millington-Hotze

I really loved the handstand class! The teacher was very clear with his instructions and the drills were so helpful with my handstand training. I can’t wait to come again 

Lianne Auguste

Extremely enjoyed it excellent teacher would recommend a  keep going back

Enrico Turu-Leslie

Incredible session. Changed my perspective on handstands and gave me much more confidence I’ll be able to achieve my goals. This is coming from someone that has previously seeked help with handstands at gymnastic classes and didn’t find much help there. Would reccomend to anyone with the slightest I cling to try it. Don’t think just go.

Belinda Lester

Really enjoyed the class and Manu was a great teacher.  Was hard work but fun!  The only reason I haven't given 5 stars is due my own personal preference for much smaller group classes - this is just a personal preference.  Manu gave lots of personal attention despite the size of the class.


A 6 week press up to handstand course typically focuses on developing the necessary strength, flexibility, coordination and technique to achieve press to handstand . 




Beginner Handstand Course

Age Requirement