Ready to take the next step in your gymnastics journey? This 7-week Back Handspring Clinic is designed for athletes ages 7 to 11 who want to learn or improve one of gymnastics' most exciting skills.
This class focuses on the strength, flexibility, body awareness, and technique required for a safe and successful back handspring. Athletes will practice drills, body shapes, timing, and progressions that build confidence and proper mechanics while developing the power needed for the skill. Conditioning and flexibility exercises are incorporated into every class in a fun and encouraging environment.
Prerequisites (before enrolling)
Independent Handstand
Athletes must be able to kick to and hold a straight-body handstand independently without coach spotting. A controlled handstand demonstrates the body awareness, shoulder strength, balance, and alignment needed to safely begin back handspring progressions.
Strong Bridge Position
Athletes must be able to hold a bridge with straight arms and open shoulders. A strong bridge position is essential for developing the flexibility, shoulder mobility, and body shapes required for a safe and technically sound back handspring.
Because every gymnast develops at their own pace, getting a back handspring by the end of the 7-week session is not guaranteed. Our goal is to help each athlete improve their technique, strength, and confidence while progressing safely toward an independent back handspring.
Whether your athlete is just beginning back handspring progressions or looking to improve form and consistency, this clinic provides focused instruction in a supportive, high-energy environment.
Fall 1 (7 weeks) - 9/12 to 10/24 - 1:45pm
Ready to take the next step in your gymnastics journey? This 7-week Back Handspring Clinic is designed for athletes ages 7 to 11 who want to learn or improve one of gymnastics' most exciting skills.
This class focuses on the strength, flexibility, body awareness, and technique required for a safe and successful back handspring. Athletes will practice drills, body shapes, timing, and progressions that build confidence and proper mechanics while developing the power needed for the skill. Conditioning and flexibility exercises are incorporated into every class in a fun and encouraging environment.
Prerequisites (before enrolling)
Independent Handstand
Athletes must be able to kick to and hold a straight-body handstand independently without coach spotting. A controlled handstand demonstrates the body awareness, shoulder strength, balance, and alignment needed to safely begin back handspring progressions.
Strong Bridge Position
Athletes must be able to hold a bridge with straight arms and open shoulders. A strong bridge position is essential for developing the flexibility, shoulder mobility, and body shapes required for a safe and technically sound back handspring.
Because every gymnast develops at their own pace, getting a back handspring by the end of the 7-week session is not guaranteed. Our goal is to help each athlete improve their technique, strength, and confidence while progressing safely toward an independent back handspring.
Whether your athlete is just beginning back handspring progressions or looking to improve form and consistency, this clinic provides focused instruction in a supportive, high-energy environment.
Fall 1 (7 weeks) - 9/12 to 10/24 - 1:45pm
