What You’ll Learn:

1. Proper Form and Technique:
   • Understand the mechanics of the back handspring, from the initial take-off to the final landing. We’ll break down each movement step-by-step, ensuring you develop strong, safe, and efficient techniques.
2. Injury Prevention:
   • Learn essential safety practices to protect your spine, wrists and ankles while executing a back handspring.  These joints are vulnerable when executing the back handspring incorrectly so it’s very important to start the tumbling journey correctly. We’ll focus on strengthening key muscle groups and maintaining proper alignment to minimize the risk of injury.
3. Speed and Power Generation:
   • Discover drills and exercises that will help you build the explosive power needed for a smooth and dynamic back handspring. You’ll learn how to harness momentum and control your body throughout the entire motion.
4. At-Home Exercises:
   • Practice doesn’t stop at the gym! We’ll provide you with a set of exercises that you can do at home to continue building the strength, flexibility, and muscle memory needed to master your back handspring.
5. Confidence Building:
   • Overcoming mental blocks is just as important as mastering physical techniques. We’ll work on building your confidence, so you feel secure and fearless each time you perform your back handspring.
6. Standing and Running Tumbling Techniques:
   • Learn the differences between standing and running back handsprings, and how to adjust your technique accordingly. We’ll cover drills specific to each style, helping you to seamlessly integrate your back handspring into different tumbling passes.

By the end of the class, students will have a solid understanding of how to execute a back handspring in various situations. With continued practice and dedication, they will develop the skills necessary to perform a safe, beautiful, and powerful back handspring, building a strong foundation for future tumbling success.