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The Handstand Academy

How the Online Handstand Academy Works

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The Online Handstand Academy is a membership-based training program designed to guide students through a clear progression—from beginner foundations to one-arm handstands and beyond. Progression is level-based, but time spent at each level varies depending on the student’s consistency, ability, and commitment.

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Level Placement

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Once a student purchases their membership, the coaching team will get in touch to schedule a live entry exam. This exam determines the student's starting level. Only after passing the entry test will access to training content be granted.

Each level includes 5 to 8 structured training sessions, designed to be repeated and refined over time. All materials are hosted on our members area, where the Academy’s private training space is organized by level.

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Two Types of Membership

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1. With Coaching & Feedback

– Students send 7 videos (from assigned drills) every two weeks via Whatsapp
– Coaches provide feedback in a clear and personalized PDF format by email
– When the coaches feel the student is ready, they will be invited to attempt the graduation exam for their level
– Exams are conducted live online

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2. Without Feedback

– Students train independently using the same materials
– After 3 months, they are invited to attempt their first graduation exam
– If they do not pass, the coaches will set a timeline for retaking the exam (typically 1–2 months, depending on the observed gaps)

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Progression

The Academy is designed to build long-term, deep mastery. Students are encouraged to repeat sessions, track progress, and focus on quality. Coaches assess not just physical ability, but control, consistency, and readiness for the next stage.

All communication and video submissions happen on WhatsApp, while the training is accessed via our members area.

Levels

FOUNDATION 1

Entry level:

Absolute beginners

For absolute beginners building awareness, confidence, and shape consistency.

  • Focus: Alignment, core control, kick-ups, wall drills, balance development

  • No exam required to enter

Graduation level:

  • 10s Free Standing Handstand in all basic shapes (Full, Straddle, Tuck)

  • Max 10 attempts to enter the handstand

FOUNDATION 2

Entry level:

Foundation 1 Graduation level

For those already able to balance briefly and working toward shape shifts.

  • Focus: transitions between basic shapes (tuck, straddle, diamond, full, L) and kick up/ jump up entries

  • Entry exam: Must meet Foundation 1 graduation standard

Graduation level:

  • Hold tuck, straddle, and straight for at least 20s each 

  • Transitions reps (tuck to straight x3, straddle to straight x3 etc)

  • Max 5 kick-up attempts per shape

INTERMEDIATE

Entry level:

Foundation 2 Graduation level

For students with consistent balance who want to master entries and dynamic control

  • Entry exam: Must meet Foundation 2 graduation standard

  • Focus:

    • All standard entries (straddle jump, tuck jump, kick-up, etc.)

    • Isolations, transitions, and controlled movement

Graduation level:

  • 1-minute freestanding hold

  • All entries performed consistently with no more than 3 attempts

  • Solid side bends, leg isolations, and transitions

ADVANCED

Entry level:

Intermediate Graduation level

For students starting one-arm handstand training and building toward consistent OAH

  • Entry exam: Intermediate graduation required

  • Graduation level:

    • Consistent 10s one-arm hold in at least one shape on one arm

    • At least one press to handstand

EXPERT

Entry level:

Advanced Graduation level

For students with solid one-arm and press foundations, refining personal style and complexity

  • No fixed graduation checklist

  • Certification is based on overall performance, evaluated personally by the coach

  • Focus may include:

    • Creative transitions

    • Advanced one-arm shapes

    • Press combinations

    • Artistic expression

MEMBERSHIPS

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With Feedback

Submit videos of specific drills every other week and receive detailed coach feedback to refine your practice. You’ll also be invited to take the certification exam as soon as we believe you’re ready to graduate.

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Without Feedback

Follow the full program independently at your own pace. You can still take the graduation exam, available 3 months after starting a new level, to move forward in your handstand journey.

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