Our FLEX-PRO WORKSHOPS specifically for Calisthenics Clubs teach warm up programs from Rhythmic Gymnastics which provide an all encompassing dynamic flexibility program taught in a fun and interactive environment. Lauren Skopal, who developed the Flex-Pro Program could not be more qualified, she is a former Rhythmic Gymnastics National Medalist now International Circus Performer, ESSA Exercise Scientist and Sports Scientist, Gymnastics Australia Accredited Coach & Certified Stott Pilates Instructor.
The Handstand Component
Developed by International Circus Performer & Qualified Fitness Training Brian Garcia. The Handstand Program is 1 hour and combines exercises from Gymnastics, Circus & Muscle Activation Technique along with some fun games which will have the girls confident on their Handstands in no time!
Handstand Structure
Handstand preparation Exercises
Confidence Drills on the Hands
Understanding the Biomechanics of a Handstand
Hand Positioning- Your Control Panel
How to find the Vertical Line
Different handstand shapes- Straight, Staddle, Stag & Arch Handstand
Conditioning for Handstands
Partner Exercises for Balancing Handstands in the Centre
Elbow Stands vs Head Stands
The Flexibility Component
1 hour for Sub-Juniors & 2 hours for Juniors & above. It begins with our signature Flexibility Body-Preparation which has the girls ready to improve their Split lines, Kicking and Jumping power, Back Bends, Leg Mounts and Acrobatic Flexibility Tricks including Walkovers, Illusions and Elbow Stands just to name a few!
Flexibility Structure
1 Hr Rhythmic Gymnastics Body Prep
Combination of Passive, Dynamic & P'N'F Partner Stretching
Body Tension & Core Strength Drills
Use of Controlled Pulses when Stretching
Alignment for Splits & Supersplits
Exercises for your Back Bend
Control of Lying and Standing Kicks
Walkover & Variations
Illusions
Jump/Leap Drills for increasing Power and Range
PREVIOUS CLIENTS:
Merinda Calisthenics, Crown Calisthenics, Marden Calisthenics, Chelsea Calisthenics, Regency Calisthenics, Raieburn Calisthenics, Knox Waverly Calisthenics, Bundoora Calisthenics, Bentleigh Calisthenics, Twin City Calisthenics, Doncastor Calisthenics.