About us
Learn to Handstand Fearlessly
Beginner Handstand Classes in Dublin
Ever wanted to learn to handstand but thought you were too old, not strong enough, or simply too scared to try?
You're in the right place!
Welcome to our community of adults across Dublin discovering that standing on your hands is not reserved for gymnasts, acrobats, or people who started training as a kid!
Whether you've never attempted a handstand, feel terrified of falling, or have been kicking up against a wall for years without making progress, our classes are designed to meet you exactly where you are.
What makes our classes different?
We believe handstands are a skill to be understood, not a trick to be conquered through brute strength.
Instead of throwing yourself upside down and hoping for the best, you'll learn to:
- Overcome your fear with progressive exercises that build confidence and control.
- Understand balance and discover how your fingers, shoulders and body work together to keep you upside down.
- Build strength and mobility naturally, without needing to be strong or flexible before you start.
- Master your kick up so getting into a handstand becomes controlled rather than a leap of faith.
- Progress at your own pace, with personalised guidance adapted to your body, abilities and experience.
Who is this group for?
Adults of all ages, shapes and fitness backgrounds.
You don't need gymnastics experience, extraordinary flexibility or the ability to hold a handstand. In fact, complete beginners are particularly welcome.
Our classes are friendly, supportive and filled with curious adults who enjoy learning something new, challenging themselves and celebrating the small victories along the way.
Where do we meet?
We run regular handstand classes across Dublin, including Dublin 1, Dublin 4 and Terenure, with small groups and individual guidance.
No experience needed. Just curiosity and a willingness to try.
Upcoming events
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Handstand Beginner Course
The Movement Studio - Terenure, Brady's Pub Car Park, Terenure cross, 3 Terenure Pl, Terenure, Dublin 6, D6W AE16, Ireland, Dublin 6, D, IENote: this is a paid course. To finalise your booking, you'll need to book your spot on the timetable:
https://handstand-academy-3235fc8e.viktor.space/timetable## Handstands don't have to be hard.
If you've tried yourself at home, standard cues like "engage your core" or "point your toes" probably led you... nowhere.
### Step-by-Step Curriculum
We've spent the last 10 years deconstructing the 8 pillars of the handstand to make it super duper accessible to the adult beginner.
### Nervous System First
Learn to trust your body again. We teach you to listen to your nervous system rather than mindlessly pushing through fear.
### Highly Individualised
No "one size fits all".
Exercises are tailored to your strength, mobility, and preferred pace of learning within your group.## Our Speciality: The Adult Beginner
You don't need a background in gymnastics or yoga.
Kick-up, Strength, Alignment, Fear...
We take things from absolute scratch.3 attendees
Past events
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