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LONDON HANDSTAND ACADEMY

Classes & Workshops on all things handstand

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Sessions take place in a bright, open studio with enough wall space and floor area for safe handstand practice.

★★★★★ 50+ happy handstand students.

Handstand class in London
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Handstand icon Available Classes

Weekly classTuesday Handstand Class
Every Tue 6-7pm £15
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Open-level every Tuesday – beginners to advanced one-arm progressions.

Gym Nation London Bridge · All levels

  • All‑level progressions
  • Strength & conditioning
  • Personalised coaching
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WorkshopPress to Handstand
15 Mar 2-4pm £30
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Elliott & Joss teach press strength, technique and entries.

Intermediate / Advanced · LSBU Active, Elephant & Castle

  • Expert coaching duo
  • Press mechanics deep‑dive
  • Targeted strength drills
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Foundations workshopHandstand Foundations
12 Apr 2-4pm £30
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Tamezen & Elliott help you get confident upside down, safely.

Beginner‑friendly · LSBU Active, Elephant & Castle

  • Safe foundations & alignment
  • Wall work & spotting
  • Home practice plan
Join 12 April workshop →
Weekly

Tuesday Handstand Class

Open-level every Tuesday – beginners to advanced one-arm progressions.

Tuesdays 6–7pm · Gym Nation London Bridge £15
  • All‑level progressions
  • Strength & conditioning
  • Personalised coaching
Book now →
Workshop

Press to Handstand

Elliott & Joss teach press strength, technique and entries.

Sunday 15 March · 2–4pm · Intermediate / Advanced · LSBU Active, Elephant & Castle £30
  • Expert coaching duo
  • Press mechanics deep‑dive
  • Targeted strength drills
Reserve spot →
Foundations workshop

Handstand Foundations

Tamezen & Elliott help you get confident upside down, safely.

Sunday 12 April · 2–4pm · Beginner‑friendly · LSBU Active, Elephant & Castle £30
  • Safe foundations & alignment
  • Wall work & spotting
  • Home practice plan
Join 12 April →

Meet Your Coaches

Learn from experienced handstand practitioners and educators who bring passion, expertise, and playful energy to every session.

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Elliott Staley

Elliott Staley

@elliottstaley
Founder
Yoga Teacher & Handbalancer

Elliott is an experienced handstand coach and qualified yoga teacher with nearly a decade of personal practice. He blends his own experience with the disciplines of yoga and calisthenics to help students stable foundations and high-level control through structured guidance. Elliott is known for his ability to coach clients through all stages of their handstand journey, from novice to advanced achievements like the one-arm handstand.

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Joss Attenborough

Joss Attenborough

@joss.handsdown
Handstand Coach
Experienced Handbalancer

Joss started doing handstands about 3 years ago, got hooked, and has since immersed herself in handstand festivals and week-long handstand retreats, learning from world-leading teachers. Her coaching brings structure and rigour, and a playful energy so training feels supportive and explorative, not scary.

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Beth Shum

Beth Shum

@flexibility_matters
Performing Arts Physiotherapist
Level 3 Cheer (Tumble/Stunt/Dance) Coach

Beth has been an athlete and coach for cheerleaders and gymnasts. After a knee injury, she fell in love with handbalancing two years ago. She's also a chartered physiotherapist, so her classes merge anatomical insight with playful exploration, helping students understand what their bodies need for strong and confident inversions.

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What Our Students Say

★★★★★

First time attending such a workshop. The teacher was approachable and considered questions before answering. The class was structured well with a comprehensive warm up, and progressively more difficult options available or the option to stick to more comfortable variations. A conversational flow between the teacher and students led to new ideas being explored and tried out. A calm and productive environment to further a handstand practice.

Jim.
Workshop attendee
★★★★★

Elliott is an experienced handstand coach and qualified yoga teacher with nearly a decade of personal practice. He blends his own experience with the disciplines of yoga and calisthenics to help students build functional strength, stable foundations and high-level control through structured guidance. Elliott is known for his ability to coach clients through all stages of their handstand journey, from novice to advanced achievements like the one-arm handstand.

Aman
Handstands & Flexibility
★★★★★

I am very active and energetic and, thankfully, thus far, in good health. So when Elliott began coaching me in handstands and yoga, I was surprised by the challenges I faced. The inward focus, the attention to breathing and to the body, and the often difficult (for me) poses were all new to me and out of my comfort zone. Nevertheless, by the end of my first class, I felt a new sense of balance and stability in my normally runaway mind. After several weeks of regular practice, I am pleased to confirm that I am still capable of managing new challenges. I find that when my inner and outer worlds are in sync, the intrinsic goodness of life is more available for my appreciation. Thank you Elliott.

Dan
Yoga: Vinyasa Revolution
★★★★★

Brilliant teacher. Lovely central venue. Learned a lot! Thank you.

Lisa C.
Workshop attendee
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The Cheer Physio - FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Short answers to the most common questions about our handstand classes and coaching.

I’m a complete beginner and can’t kick up yet. Is the class right for me?▼

Yes. The Beginner Handstand Class is designed for people who are brand new with zero previous handstand experience. If you have any concerns, you can always get in touch before booking.

What should I bring / what's the space like?▼

Wear comfortable training clothes you can move freely in (leggings or joggers work well) and bring water. You are welcome to bring your own yoga mat, blocks or canes, but we will also have equipment available to use.

I want to learn something specific (one arm, presses, HSPU or calisthenics skills).▼

Some classes and workshops will cover these skills, and 1–1 coaching is available if you want a faster, more tailored route to your specific goals.

How often do the handstand classes and workshops run?▼

We run regular weekly classes and add pop-up workshops throughout the year. Dates, times, and booking links are always kept up to date on this page, so you can reserve a spot as soon as new sessions go live.

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Press to Handstand Workshop

Unlock the mechanics of the press to handstand. Stop relying on momentum and learn how to float.

Prerequisites: Comfortable holding chest to wall & spotted handstand.
📅 Sun 15 March
⏰ 2:00–4:00pm
📍 LSBU Active, London
💷 £40
Reserve Your Spot
Limited to 12 spots for maximum coaching
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Demystifying the Press

We break the press to handstand down into three core phases to isolate exactly what's holding you back.

Personalized Assessment

We don't just give you generic drills. We assess your technique to pinpoint and fix your specific bottlenecks.

Flexibility
Strength
Coordination
01

The Take-Off

Master the weight transfer. We'll teach you how to shift your center of mass so your toes float off the floor effortlessly.

We will assess & fix:
Wrist & shoulder mobility
Straight-arm scapular strength
Weight-transfer coordination
02

Compression

Keep it tight. We'll build the active flexibility needed to keep your legs close to your body, making the lift light and efficient.

We will assess & fix:
Active pike & pancake flexibility
Deep hip-flexor & core strength
Pelvic tilt control
03

Unrolling

The final ascent. Learn the exact timing required to open your hips and shoulders simultaneously to arrive perfectly stacked.

We will assess & fix:
Overhead shoulder flexion
Glute & lower back endurance
Timing & spatial awareness
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Meet Your Coaches

Learn from experienced handstand practitioners and educators who bring passion, expertise, and playful energy to every session.

▶
Click to play
Elliott Staley

Elliott Staley

@elliottstaley
Founder
Yoga Teacher & Handbalancer

Elliott is an experienced handstand coach and qualified yoga teacher with nearly a decade of personal practice. He blends his own experience with the disciplines of yoga and calisthenics to help students stable foundations and high-level control through structured guidance. Elliott is known for his ability to coach clients through all stages of their handstand journey, from novice to advanced achievements like the one-arm handstand.

▶
Click to play
Joss Attenborough

Joss Attenborough

@joss.handsdown
Handstand Coach
Experienced Handbalancer

Joss started doing handstands about 3 years ago, got hooked, and has since immersed herself in handstand festivals and week-long