Handstand

Learn the handstand from the ground up or improve your existing technique—safely, professionally, and at any level. In our Handstand Class experienced coaches guide you, strengthen your technique, and get you safely upside down. Whether beginner or advanced: here you learn from the best.

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The Handstand Class is the perfect place to build your balance on your hands, core tension and overhead strength. With us you train with professional, experienced coaches who closely monitor every progress and tailor guidance to your level. From the first kick-up to a free handstand or the handstand press: anyone can learn the handstand — regardless of age or fitness level. We guide you safely, structurally and patiently toward your individual goal.

Home of Bardogs

Birmensdorf – Google Maps

Thursday, 7:40 PM, 60 min

Sunday, 11:10 AM, 60 min

Uegos

Zurich – Google Maps

Tuesday, 6:00 PM, 60 min

This class is all about controlled overhead balance. Our coaches analyze your technique and show individual progressions that match your level and challenges exactly. Strength, balance and mobility are built systematically so you learn safely, gain confidence and stabilize your handstand step by step — clear, structured and goal-oriented.

I love the classes. I get much closer to my physical limits than I used to in the gym and have made enormous progress. My personal goal is to master the handstand.
Daniela F.
36 years old, at Bardogs since 2025

The Handstand Class combines professional instruction with an open, motivating atmosphere where everyone is welcome. Our experienced coaches have worked for years with beginners, advanced practitioners and ambitious athletes and know exactly how to teach the handstand effectively and safely while addressing weak points.

You learn progressions such as wall handstand, tuck balance, line control and the free handstand. Each session is clearly structured and designed to help you progress individually. We place great emphasis on clean technique, body awareness, proper load management — and of course fun. Whether you want to learn the handstand from scratch or take an existing skill to the next level: with us you will be challenged, supported and motivated. Learn the art of the handstand in Zurich’s strongest calisthenics and skill training and feel yourself becoming safer, stronger and more stable week by week.

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Frequently Asked Questions about the Handstand Class

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