Sunday, June 1st | 10:15 am – 12:15 pm
A Beginner’s Approach to Handstands
In this hands-on workshop, participants will learn the foundational principles and techniques necessary to perform a safe and effective handstand. Whether you’re looking to improve your balance, build upper body strength, or simply challenge yourself in a new way, this session is perfect for beginners.
Kati Black, your skilled instructor, will guide you through a step-by-step process to develop the core strength, confidence, and coordination needed to hold a handstand, while emphasizing safety, technique, and progress. By the end of the workshop, you’ll have a solid understanding of handstand fundamentals and how to practice them with confidence.
Who should attend?
This workshop is open to everyone, regardless of experience level. If you are brand new to handstands, or looking to get some more inversion practice and skill work, this workshop is for you.
What to Expect:
- Introduction to Handstands and Warm-up:
- Brief discussion on the benefits and challenges of handstands
- Dynamic warm-up and mobility work targeting the muscles utilized in handstand
- Understanding the Basics of Handstands:
- Correct Body Alignment
- Key Components and Hand Placement for proper balance
- Progression Drills:
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Inversion variations for every level
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Core and wrist strengthening exercises
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- Techniques for Balance:
- Methods to aid in balance
- How to safely “fall” out of handstand
- Partner and Solo Drills:
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Time to practice and play on your own and with a friend
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- Cool-down and Q + A:
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Stretching and breathing exercises to ease tension
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Open floor for questions and discussion
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What to Bring:
- Comfortable yoga attire
- Yoga mat
- Water bottle
- An open mind + willingness to learn
Workshop Takeaways:
- Understanding of the foundational elements of a handstand
- Strengthening exercises for wrists, shoulders, and core
- Progressions and drills to work on in future practice
- Tips for building confidence and consistency
- A safe and structured way to approach handstands with proper technique
- Resources for continued practice and improvement
This workshop will leave you with the tools and knowledge to continue building on your handstand journey, whether your goal is to hold it for a few seconds or integrate it into a more advanced routine.
Details
Date: Sunday, June 1st |
Time: 10:15 am – 12:15 pm
Who: All are welcome *Prior yoga experience recommended
Where: Myriad Yoga, 1060 N. Capitol Ave. Suite 4-108
Investment: $25 / Members | $35 / Drop-ins
Meet your teacher
Kati Black
Hi, my name is Kati Black and I have been practicing yoga for 24 years, with 10 years of teaching experience.
My goal is to bring the practice of yoga to as many people as possible, and open up minds to the physical, spiritual and health benefits of yoga and the peace and balance it provides.
I am always looking for ways to interest new students. I’ve been hosting Yoga & Beer classes in local breweries since 2014. One of the most popular being Doom Metal Yoga with a DJ.
In 2021, I added Aerial Yoga to my certifications. Upside down is one of my favorite places to be, and I love teaching beginners how to invert safely.
Outside of yoga, I enjoy spending time with my much loved husband, Marc, and my almost equally beloved dog, Lenny. Other passions include travel, reading good books (recommendations are welcome), music, and recently weightlifting!!
