Flip your fear into flight. Turn your practice upside down. Build power, precision, and presence — one handstand at a time.
Handstand (Hastasana) workshop
This dynamic workshop is designed to build your handstand practice from the ground up, focusing on key foundational principles that support balance, strength, and control.
We’ll begin with an energizing warm-up before diving into targeted drills, conditioning, and technique work — all carefully crafted to prepare your body and mind for going upside down.
Whether you’re a total beginner or ready to explore more complex applications of handstand in your yoga practice, Nick will meet you where you’re at — guiding you through a journey of focus, alignment, and fearless play.
✨ What to Expect:
💪 Core & shoulder conditioning
🎯 Alignment & balance technique
🤸♀️ Movement drills & wall work
🔑 Breakthroughs in confidence & control
💫 Application of handstands in advanced asana
Bring an open mind and a playful heart. We recommend an early or light breakfast on the day — and get ready to move!
📍 Yab Yum Yoga Victoria Park
🎟️ Limited spots. Maximum breakthroughs. Beginners welcome!
About Your Facilitator
Nicolas Smith
E-RYT 500 YACEP
With over a decade of international experience in yoga teaching and training, Nick Smithhas shared his craft across cultures and continents, inspiring students with his deep knowledge and unwavering passion for the practice. His global journey has touched the lives of thousands, from studio floors to retreat centers and teacher training rooms around the world.
Rooted in both athleticism and mindfulness, Nick’s approach blends his background in competitive sports with yoga-based movement and a strong emphasis on postural alignment and intelligent execution. He believes that true transformation in yoga begins with focused awareness — and that precision and presence are the keys to unlocking deeper connection in every practice.
🔥 Key Accomplishments:
🏅 1st Place – Men’s Yoga Sport, Australia Masters Games 2023
🇺🇸 Top 12 Finalist – USA National Yoga Competition, 2014
🌍 Lead facilitator of international yoga teacher trainings
📿 More than 10 years of full-time teaching — including workshops, retreats, studio classes & seminars
🧘♂️ Founder and operator of multiple thriving yoga studios