The "Art of Handstands" workshop is a unique opportunity to learn from experienced handstand teacher Miguel in February, Oman. This 13-hour, 3-day intensive workshop is the first of its kind in Oman and is limited to 14 spots. You'll delve into Miguel's proven method, exploring whole-body positioning, handstand techniques, and core strength exercises. From beginner to advanced, you'll receive personalized guidance and progression plans. Don't miss this chance to learn and elevate your self confidence within handstand practice.
DATE:
13th Feb - 3 hours evening
14th Feb- 3 hours in the morning + 2 hours in the afternoon
15th Feb - 3 hours in the morning + 2 hours in the afternoon
Location: OMAN - Studio to be confirmed ( Muscat Governorate)
Cost: $875usd per person
Sign Up: Please click on the sign up button and you will be directly to Melissa who will be setting you up.
Only few spots available.
Class description:
Workshop Theory , Warm up and handstand progressions
Part One: Explains The technique of “whole body positioning” - from fingers to toes aiming to achieve a perfectly straight handstand. We will also discuss the free handstand positioning:
-Hand positions
-Finger Tips technique
-Shoulders Elevation
-Core Engagement and Strength
-Breathing Technique
-Inner Sight Self Connection and Control
-Difference in between handstand holding techniques (open shoulders,closed shoulders, straight handstand, banana handstand, Contracted , relax and the list goes on…) and how to achieve the ideal straight and hollow handstand.
Part Two: Warming up the whole body based on flexibility, mobility and strength. This section focuses heavily on shoulders and wrists.
Part Three: Handstand Progression on the wall-
This section helps students to build confidence on standing upside down. By demonstrating and reinforcing confidence from the very start, working with the most fundamental handstand progressions on the wall(dynamic and static positions) and off the wall if applicable. In this section there will be small groups separated with handstand programs based in each student level . It will be tailored and made on the spot based on the group's needs.
Entry to handstands - Break down the 3 mains jump to handstand step by step.
- Scissor Jump
- Tuck Jump
- Straddle Jump
Miguel will show the most common body positions mistakes based on his own methods and techniques with support and encourage each individual to progress until they are able to jump into a free handstand in the FUTURE.
Bailing out progressions to safely practice the free handstand in the middle of the room will also be included in the training.
For advanced students, Miguel will be ADVISING similar progressions but instead of leaning on the wall to free handstand practice.
Part Four: An outline of core strengthening exercise sequence.
Part Five: Wrapping Up -
This is the opportunity for final questions. Miguel will be demonstrating and re-emphasising certain sections of the previous teachings to make sure that each and every student leaves feeling confident and secure with their individual practice. Confidence is key.