Tips for a Stronger Handstand

Handstands are one of the most exciting skills for young tumblers to learn. They build strength, coordination, and body awareness which are all key foundations for more advanced tumbling. For families in Amarillo and Canyon, here are a few simple ways to help your child build a stronger and more controlled handstand.

1. Build Core and Shoulder Strength

A steady handstand starts with strong muscles. Encourage your child to practice planks, hollow holds, and push-ups. These exercises strengthen the shoulders, arms, and core—the muscle groups that support the body while upside down.

2. Practice Wall Handstands

Have your child practice against a wall to build confidence and balance. They can walk their feet up the wall or kick up gently while keeping their stomach facing it. The wall gives extra support while helping them feel what a straight body line should be.

3. Focus on Body Alignment

In a good handstand, the wrists, shoulders, hips, and ankles should be in one line. Encourage your tumbler to squeeze their legs together, keep their core tight, and point their toes. Practicing these details builds control and helps avoid wobbly positions.

Building Confidence Through Practice
Handstands teach more than strength—they teach confidence. As kids in Amarillo and Canyon improve, they see that persistence leads to progress. Whether in tumbling, cheer, or dance, that confidence carries into every skill they learn next.