handstand
beginner masterclass
October 19th @ Lafontaine 10am - 1pm
Make
possible
Handstands aren’t impossible, and we know, they can also feel scary.
This workshop teaches the foundations you need to move forward safely and with confidence.
You’ll learn the physics and essential body positions, how to use the wall as a practice tool, progressive strength-building, and practical steps to systematically overcome the fear of falling.
We’ll also introduce higher movement principles to help you refine balance.
We’ll work with patience, spend time on each step, and make sure you leave with a clear—and embodied—understanding of the movement.
Who
is it for ?
You might be in the Beginner group if:
You’ve never practiced handstands before (or just dabbled).
You’re not sure if you have the core or shoulder strength yet.
You never heard of under balance and over balance.
You can barely kick up, never heard of it and you're afraid of falling.
You mostly rely on the wall and want to learn how to build confidence and control away from it.
You don’t usually do other strength training or gymnastic work and want to learn how to build it.
This masterclass will focus on building strength, alignment, balance, and overcoming fear. No experience required — just curiosity and willingness to try.
handstand pillars
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Sensitivity
Ability to perceive subtle changes — in pressure, direction, or timing — allowing movement to respond and adjust in real time.Description goes here
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Balance
Balance is a core coordination ability that movement is built upon — in handstands, it becomes visible and trainable as we learn to organize the body around a shifting point of support.
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Proprioception & Alignment
Internal maps we use to navigate movement — helping us feel where we are in space and organize the body in relation to gravity and intention.
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Strength & Conditioning
Develop the physical structure that supports movement — not just for power, but for resilience and adaptability across changing demands.
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FAQ
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Handstand is not just a skill— it is a practice of stillness in motion, cultivating inner calm while the world is chaotic.
Balancing on your hands reveals the mind’s patterns: fear, hesitation, tension — and gives you the tools to meet them.
It’s a playful yet powerful way to build strength, coordination, focus, and confidence, while learning to stay present and grounded in the face of challenge.
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Not at all! The workshop is designed for people starting for the first time or are in the beginner phase
We’ll start with the foundations — strength, alignment, balance, and fear management.
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Parc La Fontaine (Plateau-Mont-Royal, Montréal)
Exact Spot: In front of Chalet Robin des Bois
Chalet entrance faces the park’s west pond
Watch for the wooden building nestled by the water
Address: 3933 avenue du Parc‑La Fontaine, Montréal, QC H2L 0C7
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Yes.
We’ll guide you step by step, with spotting, wall support, and fall-prevention drills.
The goal is to build confidence gradually and safely.
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You’re welcome to come with curiosity.
Participation is encouraged, but pressure isn’t.
You can always observe or rest when needed.
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Yes.
We offer private coaching sessions tailored to your needs, current stage and goals.
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Absolutely.
The workshop also focuses on refining technique, building control and increasing awareness.
You'll also get individual feedback and new perspectives on balance.
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The workshop will be taught in English and French depending on the group.
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It’s relaxed, focused, and open.
You won’t find mirrors, loud music, or pressure to perform.
Everyone comes as they are.
We explore with curiosity, take our time, and learn through doing — together.
You’re supported, not judged.
It’s a space where people can challenge themselves, connect, and feel at home in their body — whether you're a total beginner or have years of experience.
Biography
Toufic Geagea is the founder of Movement Circle Montreal and holds a BSc in Exercise Science.
His path began in sports, evolved through six years in fitness, and deepened with a growing love for improvisation and dance.
A pivotal moment came eight years ago when he encountered Ido Portal’s Movement Philosophy. This led him to further exploration and study with Marcello Palozzo in Austria, eventually joining the first cohort of the Human Movement Studies program.
Toufic has taught in diverse settings across Canada and Europe, sharing his approach with a wide range of communities—from structured facilities to experimental spaces.
Grounded in both academic study and lived experience, he continues to create spaces where movement becomes a path for connection, expression, and self-realization—a journey he walks alongside those he teaches.
