Online
Coaching
Private zoom lessons in hand balancing and flexibility. Contact for more information.
Meet your coach!
Gretchen Ernst is a hand balancer, aerialist and passionate coach. Their background in anatomy and physiology brings a unique perspective to coaching. The teaching is rooted in biomechanics with an eye on the effects the nervous system has on the body and training. Gretchen's explanations are technical yet accessible to all levels. From leading large multi-leveled workshops to private online coaching, performing with Cirque du Soleil to touring with tiny tent shows, Gretchen has a wide range of professional experience. Workshops and private classes are tailored to the needs of each student in the moment. With over a
decade of teaching experience you will leave class with a much greater understanding of how to work with the body for your discipline and goals. Better body mechanics leads to a drastic improvement in ability and help prevent injury.
Handstand Foundations
Workshop Recording
This workshop takes a deep dive into the structure and mechanics of the handstand. We talk about
specific strength and mobility that gives the most advantage to building strong technique from the start. This is geared toward people beginning their journey, those struggling with consistency and teachers looking for more tools and resources.
What to expect:
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Lectures and demos of mechanics
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Drills and exercises to target handstand strength, stability and mobility
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Drill to integrate that strength into the structure
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Drills for beginning balance at the wall, away from the wall and with a partner
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Common mistakes
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Mindset
Already Passed
Recording Available
2.5 hours
