Beginners' Workshop
This workshop is specifically tailored to beginners to calisthenics. We will show you how to effectively warm up, practice skills and develop strength with calisthenics exercises.
Skills you will have a chance to try:
Skin the cat - learn how to get upside-down on rings and begin your lever practice.
Crow/Frog stand - introduction to arm balances - this skill will be a good start towards handstands!
Elbow planche/Elbow lever - intro to esteemed gymnastics skill called Planche and basic arm balance. This is often a favourite skill to unlock!
Dragon Flag - intro to flags and core strength progressions to assist human flag training.
You will also learn how to perform and choose pushing, pulling and core exercises suitable to your current level and how to progress them further. This will be invaluable to keep you gaining strength and make skills easier to attain.
FAQ
1.Is the workshop suitable for beginners?
Beginners workshops cater for any level of fitness. Every exercise we do can be scaled up or down in intensity to suit your level.
2.I've never done calisthenics, gymnastics or gym training. Am I still okay to try?
Everyone starts somewhere and this workshop will be a great way to start. Not everyone enjoys strength training or sees the appeal of gym, calisthenics usually is the perfect alternative to keep strong and fit. We will provide you with support and structure to ensure you feel comfortable to give it a try!
3 .What do I need to bring?
A pinch of enthusiasm, some comfortable clothes and a water bottle will do just fine.
4 .I have an injury, can I still participate?
We advise you to check with your physician whether the injury could prevent you from taking part. You need to be in good health and follow common sense guidelines - If it hurts or feels uncomfortable it's probably not a good idea. We strive to keep all participants practising safely and only performing movements they feel comfortable doing. Drop us a message ahead of the event to discuss whether we can accommodate.