handstands | olidi

Handstand classes

for companies, individuals, schools, etc.

What do I offer?

I offer Handstand classes for kids and adults from beginners to people who can stand on their hands comfortably and looking to develop their handstand to the next level such as press to handstand, crocs, mexican handstand and working towards 1arm handstands. If you look from a one off workshop to a weekly class or a tailored workshop for your needs, please get in contact with me.

What would a handstand class look like?

My handstand classes include a warm-up focusing mostly on shoulders and wrists followed by alignment exercises, handstand entries and how to exit safely. Then we would go into more depth and work on different shapes in a handstand such as tuck, straddle and pike and how to move between them. In between we stretch to make a few of these positions easier.

Why handstands?

Handstands are a full body workout and you learn how to control your body whilst being upsidedown. Focusing on small muscles and body parts is helping people in daily life and makes them think how they use their body.

My experience

I taught handstand classes at The National Centre of Circus Arts, Aeriallife (both London), at Zirkusschule Bern (Switzerland) and online.

For Privates, group classes or workshops please don't hesitate to get in contact with me via: olidietrich@hotmail.com

What people said

Pepa, online student:

"I trained with Oli for about a year during the pandemic. I used to be pretty scared of handstands but Ideveloped a great understanding of my body and how to be on my hands during that time. I left the wall and started to kick to a handstand by myself. It was a lovely time that encouraged me a lot!I definitely recommend you learning with him."

Carly, online student:

"Oli is a super knowledgeable, supportive and friendly teacher. His handstand techniques are excellent for both beginners and experienced handstanders! I had so much fun learning from Oli. He is extremely patient, kind and thoughtful in his approach to teaching. I absolutely loved taking his classes, and I would recommend them to anyone who is looking to learn how to handstand like a champ while smiling the whole way through."