Handstand Workshop: September 9 and 10

Handstand Workshop Program

September 9-10

Saturday and Sunday

 9:00 -11:30am 

 This workshop is open to all levels, from total beginners to advanced level in handstand.

In this workshop will be given an introduction to the soviet technique in handstand and flexibility, this is with the purpose to develop in an effective way the endurance, flexibility, and correct line of the body.

 Areas to work:

 Alignment and technique in different shapes of handstand.

 Endurance, flexibility and conditioning exercises.

 Different ways to get a handstand (fluidity and mobility).

 Partner techniques to spot correctly your partner.

 One arm technique (intermediate level), one arm sequences (advanced level).

 Active and passive flexibility exercises.

 Day 1 (3 hours)

Conditioning and handstand technique. Broad explanations of different handstand

techniques to achieve the desired results effectively. A full warm-up and stretching

program prior to the handstand. Different ways to get a safe handstand (free of in juries

and risks). Beginning of one arm handstand (exercises to work alone and with a partner).

 Day 2 (3 hours)

Warm-up focused in partner work including an explanation of passive and active

stretching. Demonstration and explanation to work spotted by a partner.

One arm exercises and different shapes, also sequences in one arm (advanced level).

Movement improvisation including handstand shapes.

INVESTMENT: $120 for Early Bird and $150 for full price

 Biography

 Luis Landa is a professional circus artist specialized in handbalance. He has perfected 

his technique over the years based on his learning in different parts of the world.

In 2015 Luis Landa starts his specialization with Reynald Valleron, famous handbalance

artist from France. In 2016 he started to work with Yaqin Dang teacher at “Le centre

regional des arts du cirque de Lomme” in France Finally in 2017 he continues his

formation in the “Municipal Academy of Circus and Variety Arts” in Kyiv, Ukraine. Luis

Landa performed as an artist in different festivals and shows around the world. Currently

Luis Landa continues learning and spreading his knowledge round the world