This training is for anyone who wants to deepen their understanding of handstands and gain the confidence to share that knowledge with others.

Programmation:

66 hours in-class teaching:

Live practice, applied anatomy, and teaching methodology come together to develop clarity, adaptability, and embodiment.

33 hours of personal practice:

Guided exploration of alignment, balance, and awareness, integrating the principles into an evolving handstand practice.

15 hours of personal theory:

Study covering class material such as biomechanics, motor learning, and teaching methods as practical knowledge.

15 hours case study:

Apply what you are learning to different scenarios to design specific programs.

5 hours of observation & teaching:

Witness experienced instructors in action and teach a full class with their assistance.

1 virtual session:

An opening lecture in the first week to share details on the program, instructions on planification, and daily scheduling.

1 hour final examination:

A comprehensive assessment integrating theory, teaching application, and demonstration of understanding.

4 hours closure event:

A collective reflection and celebration marking the completion of the journey, integrating insights, community, and growth.

Participants who complete all requirements receive a certification for the formation.

Schedule:

Opening & Introduction
 • February 3 — Online (Zoom).

In-Person Weekends:
 • Weekend 1: February 7–8
• Weekend 2: February 14–15
• Weekend 3: February 28 – March 1
• Weekend 4: March 14–15
• Weekend 5: March 28–29
• Weekend 6 (Closing): April 11–12

* Saturdays: 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM
* Sundays: 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM

Location:

  • Movement Practice Montréal, 5155 D’Iberville #184, Montreal, QC

What we cover

Philosophy & History

Earliest documentations of arm balancing, timeline and evolution, defining the intentions behind the practice. 

Anatomy & Biomechanics

Structures of the wrist and shoulder complex, spine, thorax, core & pelvis, mechanical principles and the underlying forces of handstands.

Conditioning & Programming

Strength & mobility principles, skill trees & programmation and assessment tools for clients.

Learning & Teaching Styles

Intentions of teaching, feedback tools, learning styles, methodologies and metaphors in teaching. 

Observation & Teaching Experience

Class structures, real teaching observation & live teaching experience at Movement Circle and Movement Practice Montreal.

Entrepreneurship 

Developing a strategy, defining marketing, building workshops, unique propositions and creating effective advertising.

Community & Collaboration

Value of communities, reaching out to collaborators and studios. 


Registration

Early bird

Full payment of 1950$ & save 600$

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Regular

Full payment of 2550$

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3 payment plan (bi-weekly)

1950$

Installments

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Please note:

  • Early birds valid until January 1st.

  • Instalments are automated to bi-weekly, for monthly instalments contact us.

  • For terms and conditions click here

Information call

Join one of our free video-call discussions, where we’ll share all the details about the program and give you space to ask questions so we can answer them directly.

Saturday December 13th at 3pm.

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Teachers

  • Adel Shiab

    Founder of Movement Practice Montréal, kinesiologist and osteopath, I teach a variety of group classes centered around movement. But my true passion remains hand balancing, a practice I’ve been cultivating for over 8 years.

    I’ve had the chance to train alongside Cirque du Soleil artists and international-level gymnastics athletes, experiences that have allowed me to develop my own hand-balancing shapes while enriching my teaching. My approach is guided by exploration and play, while diving into biomechanics, anatomy, and the fundamental principles of balance.

    For the past five years, I’ve been teaching handstand on a weekly basis, sharing this practice consistently with a growing community.

  • Toufic Geagea

    BSc Exercise Science & Movement Teacher

    Toufic is the founder of Movement Circle Montreal and holds a BSc in Exercise Science.

    His handstand journey began eight years ago. Studying under various teachers including Ido Portal, Marcello Palozzo, Matthew Smith and Heidi Blais.

    He has been teaching handstand every week for the last three years, through both academic study and embodied experience, he has developed a foundational program for other teachers.

FAQ

  • This training is for anyone who wants to deepen their understanding of handstands and gain the confidence to teach and share that knowledge. Whether you’re a personal trainer, yoga teacher, pilates instructor, dancer, or simply someone with a strong interest in handbalancing, you’re welcome.

  • Not necessarily, the program includes foundational work, theory, and progressive practical training. What matters most is your commitment to learning and growth, not perfection. That said, if it’s your very first time going upside down on your hands, this program is not the right starting point.

  • Yes, a structured WhatsApp group with multiple channels will be our central platform for constant support, updates, and communication throughout the training.

  • We offer free information calls (video-call). On those calls you can ask your questions directly to the organizers, get more detail about the schedule, content, expectations, and see if it’s a good fit for you.

  • The program is built bi-weekly weekend attendance plus some personal practice and study on your own schedule. If you have more specific scheduling constraints, contact us, we may be able to discuss options or help you determine if this training fits your availability.

  • Yes, participants who complete all required components (practice, theory, teaching practice, final exam) receive a certification of completion.

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