So you're thinking of taking a handstand class in Melbourne? (or elsewhere)

Here's 4 things that you need to know to avoid making the wrong decision and wasting time, money and energy.


Whether you're a yoga enthusiast, acrobat, pole athlete, regular Jane or Joe and complete beginner. Taking a handstand class can be a great way to improve your strength, coordination and flexibility. Plus it is very fun! Like surfing, where you develop endurance and skill. But you're having such a great time that you don't even notice the suffering! He he.

Attending a handstand class can completely change the game if you have been struggling to learn from video's on Youtube. (especially if you are afraid of falling!)

Plus having a large space to practice in without fear of slaying your cat or kicking the dining table is peace of mind worth spending money on.

That said. There are some very important thing to take into consideration. Before you rock up to your first class with wide eyed excitement.

Such as

1.What to wear to your first handstand class? It can actually be dangerous if you get this wrong

2.Location, How can I find a handstand class in my area?

3.Class size, how many is too many? It is less than you think

4.How do I know if my potential teacher knows what he is talking about and can provide safe instruction? Without some simple guidelines this is very hard to figure out beforehand.

Luckily I got your back and we will explore these points below!

1.What to wear to your first handstand class.

Handstand classes in Melbourne are becoming increasingly popular. But for many people attending for the first time can be a daunting experience.

To make sure you can focus on your handstand technique and not worry about what you're wearing. Choose comfortable, light clothing that is not baggy. This will hide your joint angles and make it hard for your handstand coach to correct your form.

Clothing such as what you would wear to a yoga class is suitable - it needs to be breathable and not restrict the range of motion of your upper or lower body.

This way, you’ll feel confident that you are dressed for success before even attempting your first tuck jump!

2.How to find a handstand class in Melbourne.

You can sometimes find handstand classes that cater to adults at gymnastic clubs. But they are often in addition to a very busy schedule that revolves around teaching child superstars.

It is important that you seek out someone whom specialises solely in teaching adults. With handstands being their main focus.

A quick google search of your city (in our case wonderful Melbourne) will get you started.

Obvious things like finding somewhere close to home are important too. You don't want to be attending a handstand class in Frankston if you live in Williams town. Unless you truly love driving whilst throwing money out of the window! (no judgement here if that's your thing he he)

3.Class size, how many is too many?

When it comes to handstand classes, having too many students can be very problematic.

Different ability levels require different approaches.

Learning styles vary. Not to mention that one piece of advice may be what one student needs. Where as another may need the exact opposite correction! You wouldn't go to the dentist with 10 other people and ask for the exact same fillings, extractions and X-rays? ( at least I hope not!)

Thus the ideal student-teacher ratio should allow the instructor to dedicate one-on-one attention where needed.

In my experience. This number is around 8:1 ideally. Any more than 10 students per coach starts to seriously degrade the amount of focused tuition that is essential for progress and safety.

4.Teacher experience, how do I know if my teacher knows what he is talking about and can provide safe instruction?



The best way to know if your handstand coach knows what they're doing is simple: take a peek at their students.

Do they have a group of dedicated hand-standers performing impressive moves? If so, that's a good sign. See if you can browse their website for testimonials that speak highly of their services.

Expertise takes time to gain, so try to find someone who's been coaching for at least five years.

And don't forget about social media - browse through some of their posts, get a feel for their personality and teaching style to make sure your a good fit.

And lastly. In my opinion, A coach should be several levels higher in their own handstand ability than those whom they instruct. Walking the path before you. And truly understanding, both mentally and physically what is involved.

So in summary :

-You learned that function is more important than form when it comes to clothing.

-Where to start looking for classes in your area.

-How to filter out the great from the average handstand coaches

-Plus you also now have an idea what class sizes will allow you to get the attention you need.

I wish you all the best on your upside down quest!

=)

To make things even easier for yourself. You can click this link to see my very own options for Handstand classes in Melbourne.

https://www.subyhandstands.com/#new-page-3-section

Happy practicing

Sundi Suby

sundi pereira

Handstand Classes, Workshops and Short Courses Melbourne

For all things related to the wonderful world of hand balancing and handstands, handstand classes, handstand workshops and handstand short courses Suby Handstands has got you covered in Melbourne.

Whether you want to work in a group setting with Melbourne based handstand classes or Melbourne based handstand short courses or on a one to one basis with private handstand lessons you are going to experience growth in your practice.

Many people believe that the best way to progress their handstand is to repeat the same thing over and over again thinking that one day it will lead to some sort of miracle and finally click. I can tell you best way to progress is in fact to practice, but to practice the RIGHT things for your specific level, awareness and body. This is the way forward in your handstand training.

Participating in handstand classes or private handstand lessons is the best way to find the keys to unlock the gates to progress and stop experiencing frustration and fear in your handstand practice.

So you’ve mastered handstand at the wall and are ready to take it to the middle of the room? But every time you hop up, it feels like you can only hold the pose for a nanosecond. What gives? How can you learn to stick your balance in the center of the room?

If you’re looking to move your handstand away from the wall, odds are you’re already familiar with kicking up into the pose. Even so, starting with a solid, well-aligned foundation and kicking up with confidence can strongly increase your chances of balancing in handstand.

Press handstands are one of the coolest gymnastics/acrobatic skills out there

They are a demonstration of control, power and body awareness that can be done virtually anywhere.

Press handstand is a beautiful skill but one that is made up of many physical attributes. Flexibility, core strength, shoulder strength, skill and technique all equally play an important role. Having coaching to assess which area's you individually need to develop is vital to learn press to handstand safely and efficiently. I can help you put together a training plan to achieve your inversion, arm balance and hand balancing goals.

Tuck handstand is another awesome skill to work on.

As the name implies, a Tuck handstand is a bent leg position where the knees are pulling towards the chest, versus a handstand where the legs are fully extended with toes pointing directly towards the sky.

It helps to develop correct should alignment, shoulder strength, shoulder flexibility and is the gateway to many other cool handstand shapes. There is 2-3 amazing handstand drills that drastically help develop tuck handstand.

What about handstand pushups? A brilliant display of body control and raw power.

Just like you wouldn’t want someone performing a ton of kipping pull-ups when they don’t have the strength to do one strict pull-up, we don’t want someone doing a ton of kipping handstand push-ups if they don’t have the strength to do a strict handstand push-up. The shoulder strength required to complete a handstand push-up is great, and some may not have that strength just yet. Have no fear, I have created a simple training program to help you build your upper body strength to reach the goal of obtaining a strict handstand push-up. With dedication, patience and hard work, you too can successfully attain the handstand pushup.

As soon as you’re able to balance a handstand by the wall for just a few seconds without using the wall for support, it’s time to start adding some freestanding handstand exercises to your practice. BUT don’t leave the wall behind entirely just yet, it will still be one of the most useful tools for awhile to help maintain your conditioning and continue developing sound balance mechanics.

It can seem both terrifying and impossible to move your handstand practice away from the wall. Because what’s gonna happen if you fall? Some parts of the fear of falling out of a handstand are rational, others are entirely irrational.

let me help you address and overcome the rational fear of falling when you practice the freestanding handstand.

Learn how to handstand by learning :

How to fall

The benefits of going upside down

The muscles worked in a handstand

How to warm up before doing a handstand

Step-by-step directions for doing a handstand

Common handstand mistakes to avoid

As for how long it'll take you to master a handstand? It's pretty individual. Some will get it right away, while it takes a lot longer for others. Remember that it’s as much a mental discipline as a physical one and keep trying, knowing that you will get there.

So let get started. Click on the Handstand classes Melbourne page and take your practice to the next level whilst cultivating discipline and self understanding.