Handstand Entries

In this Handstand Basics class, you’ll practice kick-in variations, tuck to handstand, straddle to handstand, and other fun handstand entries.

Skills: Handstand, Ways to enter Handstand

Warm-Up
30 sec (FWD/BWD) – Shoulder Circles
30 sec – Arm Scissors
30 sec – Active Shoulder Extension (Seals)
30 sec – Metacarpal Push-Ups
30 sec – Wrist Pull-Backs
60 sec – Wrist Stretch Fingers Forward / Finger Back
30 sec – Puppy Stretch

2 Sets
30 sec – Standing PVC Lifts
30 sec (R/L) – Standing Pike Split Kicks
20 sec – Handstand (belly to the wall)

1 Set
5 reps (R/L) – Standing Handstand Kick-In Practice
60 sec – Wrist Stretch

1 Set
5 reps (R/L) – Handstand Kick-In Practice w/hands on floor
60 sec – Standing Shoulder Stretch against the wall

1 Set
5 reps – Tuck to Handstand
60 sec – Wrist Stretch

1 Set
5 reps – Straddle to Handstand
60 sec – Wrist Stretch

1 Set
5 reps (R/L) – Single Leg Tuck Handstand
60 sec – Wrist Stretch

Cool Down
30 sec (R/L) – Standing Capsule Stretch

You’ll need:
PVC Pipe (or broom handle)
Yoga Mat (or comfortable floor space)
Wall Space