Why This Lesson Matters

Handstands can feel intimidating — balancing your body upside down sounds extreme. But at its core, a handstand is about strength, balance, and body awareness, built step by step.
At CaliUnity, we’ve helped complete beginners unlock their first handstand with these exact methods .

The 5 P’s of Handstand Success

Think of these as the pillars of your training:

  1. Practice – Nothing replaces consistent reps. A little every day beats a long session once a week.

  2. Poise & Precision – Stay mindful of where your body is and how it’s moving. Alignment is everything.

  3. Persistence – Handstands take time. Expect setbacks, and know that every attempt is progress.

  4. Presence – Focus on the moment, breathe, and commit your attention to each rep.

  5. Pressure – Learn to push through the floor with your fingers and shoulders to find balance .

Key Muscles & Engagement

  • Shoulders: Elevate to cover your ears.

  • Core: Hollow body tension, belly button pulled in.

  • Glutes & Legs: Squeeze together, point toes for full-body alignment.

Think: uncooked spaghetti, not floppy cooked spaghetti.

Mini Reflection

👉 Which “P” resonates most with you right now? Is it persistence (sticking with it) or precision (fixing form)? Write it down and let it guide your first week.

Pro Tip

Film yourself early. What feels straight often isn’t — and quick video feedback is the fastest way to sharpen alignment.

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