Handstand and acrobatics workshops coming to the Nashville, TN area. There will be 3 separate classes, and students will have the opportunity to take one or multiple workshops at their choosing.
Beginner Handstands
Friday, January 20 from 6:30-8:30
This class will focus on the progression towards getting comfortable and consistent with the basic handstand. The handstand is a building block for many skills, and mastery of basics is crucial for future progressions.
This class is for students who are new to handstand training, those who want to refine their handstand and balance, or teachers/coaches interested in different training methods and perspectives.
Topics Covered:
-Physical Preparation for Handstand
-Alignment plus Strength and Flexibility requirements
-Safety and Bailouts
-Getting comfortable in the wall handstand
-How to get consistent with the handstand entry
-Developing and Connecting balance for the freestanding handstand
Intermediate/Advanced Handstand
Saturday, January 21 from 12:30-2:30
This class will focus on skills and concepts building from the base handstand, so it’s geared for students who already have some experience. It’s recommended for students to have at least a 10 seconds freestanding handstand hold(30+ seconds is even better) in order to get the most practical benefit from the class.
Note that the content of the class may vary depending on the levels and desires of the group.
Topics:
-Refining Balance and Entries
-Leg movement and positions
-Chaotic Handstands
-Press Handstands
-Handstand Pushup Progressions
-One Arm Handstand Progressions
Beginner Acrobatics
Saturday, January 21 from 3:00-5:00
This class will take students through the concepts involved in acrobatics training. The goal is to build body awareness, coordination, and conceptual understanding to be able to make progress and train safely. There are no prerequisites, and students of all levels are welcome. The content will be drawn from many different disciplines including gymnastics, martial arts, dance, capoeira, and parkour.
Topics:
-Warmup and Physical Preparation
-Interfacing with the floor
-Developing spatial awareness
-How to fall safely
-Jumping Progressions
-Landing Progressions
-Rolling
-Handstands and Cartwheels
-”Gateway” acro moves that can be practiced safely without mats or a spotter
Location:
Calisthenics Training Center
2517 Eugenia Ave Suite 204, Nashville, TN 37211
Cost:
Single Workshop: $55 early bird, $65 regular price
Two Workshops: $105 early bird, $120 regular price
All 3 workshops: $150 early bird, $175 regular price