The Practice

Your body is unique.

So is your handstand.

8 weeks online handstand training with Vincent Vis
to discover your handstand and progress faster than ever

Are you trying to achieve a fearless, consistent, and reliable handstand in the middle of the room? 

Find out more about The Practice

Jessica, who couldn't kick-up in the middle of the room when she started the Rocket!

* The Float program was previously called "The Rocket"

Who is this for?

Beginners

The Practice is for beginners / improvers who can reach the wall, but cannot yet hold their consistent 15-second straight handstand.

Whether you've never dared to try without a wall, or can get a few seconds but not consistently or for long - this is for you.

We take you step by step, through all the progressions, to conquer your middle of the room handstand.

Busy Adults

Handstand progress should not require 2 hours of training a day!

We program to adapt to your needs, and evolve with you every week.
30 minutes, 2-3 times a week is plenty of time to progress.

The Practice is smart, time-friendly, and designed to fit in your busy schedule.

The Unique Individual

Many teachers on social media want you to fit into a one size fits all box.

They rely on their flexibility, their strength and their years of training - ultimately, demanding the same from you...

Reality is you are already strong enough, with no need to be more flexible to get your first 15 second handstand.

In the Practice, the training adapts to you, not the other way around.

* The Practice program was previously called "The Rocket"

The Practice is a coaching program:
 

You get:

• An initial in-depth assessment to establish your current strengths, needs and goals; to tailor your drills and priorities accordingly.
   
• A weekly focused personal coaching video review.
   
• Lifetime access to the step-by-step method and video library.

The Practice

introducing

Our journey together

Weekly Review + Q&As  

I am here - your personal handstand coach

At every step of the process; adjusting, tweaking, and refining... realistically maximising your results.

Outside of the set weekly reviews, I am here each day to answer your questions - removing all the guesswork. 

8 Weekly Modules

Your personal plan will be mapped across 8 weeks.

Week by week, dive into each core aspect of the handstand. The correct drills highlighted, providing you ease of mind - yet plenty of progressions to explore too.

In-Depth Assessment

The first step of the Practice is a comprehensive analysis of your handstand. 

Together, we identify your strengths and weaknesses in terms of alignment, mobility, strength, balance technique and confidence. 

Whether you're just starting out or already with some experience, we establish your priorities, and plan your journey through the curriculum. 

I decided to give it one last ditch effort - fully dedicating myself to the art of handbalancing; but this time, on my own terms and with my body make-up.

And Ok, yes, again - I made many mistakes (and almost, almost quit), but one long year of research and daily practice later, I finally reached my then goal - 30 second handstands, on demand.

I started teaching a few interested people, and quickly realised that - just like me, every person I met was unique, with a specific set of goals and needs.

Month after month, I trialed, tested, and refined a method that covered all the aspects of handstands; developing a framework that relied on the break down and mechanics of handstands. No guru nonsense here. 

Beyond the thrill of standing on my own two hands, it was the passion for teaching - and cutting through the BS - that has fueled my work for the last decade.

There is such a reward in giving to others what took years to come to me.
That's how the Practice program was born.

I was trying to get in a box that I could never fit.

But over time, I noticed I wasn't the only one struggling.
Looking around the room, I realised that only a selected talented few were making it, while the majority of us seemed to stagnate...

This is me - after years of trying... frustrating!

Countless classes, workshops, capoeira practice, gymnastics, circus school... you name it, I tried it. 

And still, handstands never came easy to me. 

#4 - Anyone can learn it 

The path to your first 15-second handstand is one of discovery and mindfulness, a blend of science and art.

With each step, and each person, a different focus. 

Full assessment, bespoke coaching, plus your unique roadmap - we will take you there.

Tell you the truth, I used to think it wasn’t for me…

#3 - You won't be alone

Handstands are the ultimate, portable workout you can practice anywhere, anytime.
Plus: incredibly fun.

A passion worth sharing. 

In the Handstand Academy, there are thousands of handstand aficionados like you all around the world, eager to support you on your journey.

Meet your likeminded tribe in the Practice.

#2 - You don’t need more strength - flexibility

There are two paths.

1. Work hard, develop perfect head-to-toe flexibility, gain unbelievable core strength and then train your handstands... 

or

2. With your current capabilities, learn handstands today, and grow strong, improve joint health and get more flexible as you go.

Come find the handstand alignment that suits you. 

The good news...

#1 -  It's not too late to start

You don't need to start as a kid. 

Our most senior students started from scratch in their 70s, and are now rocking 30-second handstands and more!!

Whether you're 25 or 75, handstands are a rewarding, sustainable practice.

If...

...This program is for you!

✓ You're looking for a clear direction

This is a hands-on program, with a dedicated coach with you at every step of the process. The Practice is tuned to the topics that matter, cutting through the noise and clarifying precisely the questions of hand placement, core engagement, muscle focus, pelvic tilt, gaze and much, much more.

✓ You're working on achieving your first 15 seconds freestanding

People from all levels come to this program: it adapts to the body and unique needs of the person in front of us. 
The goal is common: build a 15-second, reliable handstand, in the middle of the room. 

✓ You are a Yoga practitioners or teacher

Dreaming of your floating toe-touch into upward dog, or effortlessly popping the handstand in your flow? The Practice elevates your inversion and floating strength, both on and off the mat!

✓ You're afraid of falling

We cover every single foundation of handstands, including all the steps and drills to practice safely at home so you learn how to trust yourself! 

✓ You don't feel strong or flexible enough...

Allow us demystify the preconceived ideas around handstand shoulder strength and mobility. The Practice assesses your current abilities, and plans a program that works with what you've already got! 

What's inside

*lectures also in "on-the-go" audio.

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A new training template each week. 
Bespoke to you. Removing the guesswork, and ready for you to adapt and fit to your own schedule.

8 training routines

8 core lectures 

The Kick-Up • Alignment • Body awareness • Shoulder Control • Finger Balance • Strength Development • Fear Management.

The curriculum combines both the science and the art of handstands.

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Constantly updated, the Practice is the most comprehensive curriculum library found anywhere online.

Offering you power to further explore your own journey. You'll find all the progressions and variations dreamed of, matching your specific body type and needs.

Thats me, Vincent - with you, every step of the way... selecting the best drills, troubleshooting any issues, plus giving live feedback, making sure you progress faster than ever

60+ handstands drills 

8 weeks - personal coaching

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and that's not all!

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Handstand walks 

Let's be real... a funny, yet impressive, party trick.

Sometimes, we need a rewarding break from handstands.
To help you have fun along the way - dedicated tutorials on some of the easier inversions - headstand, pincha, and elbow levers.

Strengthen your body and joints. 
Follow-along classes and routines to help your body best prepare for inversion practice.

How to - Spot

Yes - you can learn handstands on our own. 
But maybe you found someone willing to help you, or want to know how to spot your fellow yogis and friends safely...

See the "How to - Spot" series, detailing how to practice handstands with a spotter.

Headstand • Pincha • Elbow lever

Recap sheets

Visual summaries to print for your training space wall.

Warm-up routines 

Need flexible payment? Go here

297 $

How it works:

1. Sign up 

2. Immediately receive email access to your learning platform and first modules 

3. Coaching kick off date - 30th September

4. Review and practice in your own time

5. Send progress for review at end of week 

6. Receive personalised feedback and advice

7. Modules, lectures and drills auto unlocked each week

8. Keep up the joy, and maintain the gains with lifetime access to all the material, updates and reviews.

Included in your program:

➡ 8 modules, covering every single foundation to get a 15-second, freestanding handstand

➡ In-depth assessment of your handstand

➡ 8 weeks personalised coaching

➡ Weekly form check

➡ Daily answer to your questions 

➡ Lifetime access to video library and bonus tutorials

Plus

→  Warm-up & cool down follow along sessions (4 videos)

→ Headstand mastery (1 video)

→  How to - pincha (2 videos)

→  Elbow lever - foundations (10 videos)

→  "How to - spot" video series (8 videos)

Master your  handstand

My guarantee

I've spent the better part of my life paying and engaging with training and development programs.

Nothing was worse than feeling conned or let down by something that gave me great promises.

I have hundreds of people who have conquered their handstand goals through this program., and I am absolutely confident that you will transform the way you see handstands, and achieve your progress faster than ever.

But, I understand the worry of "unknown". 
So, at the end of the 8 weeks together, if you're not satisfied with the progress or the program, you will be offered a full and complete refund.

There are no live class in this program: the whole point is for you to be able to train in your own time and schedule. You follow a specific program with laser-targeted videos, and send your homework every week. 

FAQ

What times are the live classes? What if I miss one?

How does the coaching work?

You will send a video of your current abilities in the first week (even if you're just starting, don't worry! This is also to highlight your strengths and help you navigate your training to get the most out of it).Then every week on Monday, a new module will be released with tutorials, progressions, and training sheets. At the end of each week, you send a video for homework. This is reviewed and responded to; clarifying any doubt, and giving you specific advice. Every day, you can ask any question you have through the dedicated forum.

How long is the training?

There are six core modules + 2 personalisation modules.

Each core module focuses on one essential aspect of handstands, including all the required drills and lectures for any given week, as well as accessory work and bonus material to feed your practice after the end of the coaching .You have unlimited, lifetime access to your platform. 

The last two weeks are dedicated to crafting a program completely tailored to your individual needs and goals.

What if I am a complete beginner?

No worry, we start from scratch. For the complete beginners, this is the ideal structure to form good habits.

To make the most of this method, you need to be able to kick-up against the wall.

For more experienced students, complex variations are offered while the core modules iron out any bad - progress delaying - habits you may have picked up, including diagnoses and step-by-step solutions to fix them.

Can I pay in instalments?

Absolutely! 

A little snap from when some of our online community gathered together for a masterclass workshop in person !!

Laurien, discovering the world of piked shapes

We may be online - but that doesn't mean we can't be together.

People of all ages and abilities, around the globe, have joined the Practice. They have created and fostered a glowing community, and are so eager to welcome, support and share with you what they've learnt along the way. 

Encouragement • Accountability • Shared Discoveries - That is the power of Community. 

Not only you get personally coached by yours truly - you learn from and grow with your peers.

Here are a few faces that will become familiar:

People just like you!

This is not for you if:

✖ You cannot reach the wall - at all!

I want you to get the absolute best out of this program. If you can't kick-up against the wall yet, take some time and try our reaching the wall program - here

A little bit of pre-work, and then we will look forward to getting you signed up the next time!

Yes - If you can reach the wall sometimes but not consistently, you qualify for the program.

✖ You're an intermediate improver 

If you can achieve 20-second freestanding handstands consistently and on demand, then this beginner/improver-focused program is likely not for you.

If you are keen to enhance your skills, try shape play, or tackle the handstand press; please reach out here to know more.  
 

✖ You're very time-constrained.

If finding time in your day is a struggle - or maybe you're looking for a quick routine with no coaching, this program is not for you.

Here, we've made a science of the handstand, breaking out each component in a clear, progressive way.

You'll want about 3 hours a week (in total), to dedicate to content watching, practice training, plus time for integrating the personal reviews.  

✖ You don't  like being coached

A coach advises, and makes expert suggestions for your development; it is also likely that you will be asked to try some new directions. 

It may seem obvious , but maybe you don't enjoy the idea of a personal coach.

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