Handstand Workshop with Luis Landa

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

In this workshop, you will be given an introduction to the soviet technique in handstand and flexibility. This is to develop effectively 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 your partner correctly.

-One arm technique (intermediate level), one arm sequences (advanced level). -Active and passive flexibility exercises.

Day 1

Conditioning and handstand technique. Broad explanations of different handstand techniques to achieve the desired results effectively. A full warm-up and stretching program before the handstand. Different ways to get a safe handstand (free of injuries and risks).

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

Day 2

Warm-up focused on partner work including an explanation of passive and active stretching. Demonstration and explanation to work spotted by a partner.

One arm exercises, different shapes, and sequences in one arm (advanced level). Movement improvisation including handstand shapes.

Biography

Luis Landa is a professional circus artist specializing in Hand Balance. He has perfected his technique over the years based on his learning in different parts of the world.

In 2015, Luis Landa started his specialization with Reynald Valleron, a famous handbalance artist from France. In 2016 he began working with Yaqin Dang, a teacher at “Le Centre Regional des arts du cirque de Lomme” In France. Finally, in 2017 he continued his formation in the “Municipal Academy Of Circus And Variety Arts” in Kyiv, Ukraine. Currently, Luis Landa continues learning and spreading his knowledge around the world.

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