Circus Arts · Le Château de Cirque

Handstands

Master your weight in suspension. Strength, balance, confidence. All levels welcome.

Philippe Gaglione — Hand Balancing Instructor

• The discipline

Master your body in suspension

Handstands are the most demanding and most rewarding ground discipline in circus. You lift your weight onto your hands, find your balance, and master the movements. This classic discipline tests your strength, endurance, and determination — and rewards perseverance with tangible results at every session.

At Le Château de Cirque, handstands are structured by Philippe Gaglione, a recognized specialist. You start with foundations — core strength, basic balance, controlled mounts. As you progress, you discover held poses, transitions, and advanced figures.

Learning path

Three levels, one ascent

Handstands — Beginner

For those discovering handstands for the first time. Learn the foundations — core strength, basic balance, controlled mounts. Focus on foundational techniques and confidence.

Complete beginners · Fitness test recommended

Handstands — All Levels

Our flagship class. Beginners and intermediate practitioners together — the instructor adapts content to each student. Natural progression and learning at your own pace. Held poses and simple movements.

Beginner through intermediate · Most frequent offering

Handstands — Intermediate / Advanced

For practitioners with a solid handstand foundation. Advanced figures, complex movements, and complete mastery. Strength and technique required.

Intermediate to advanced students only

• Your instructors

The handstands team

Philippe Gaglione

Structured classes FR · EN

A recognized specialist in handstands, Philippe offers methodical and progressive instruction. His approach combines strength, technique, and confidence — each session builds on the last. He coaches in English and French.

Sample schedule

A typical week of handstands

Sample week — check the Momence calendar for exact times and to book.

Day Time Level Instructor

saturday 11h00 – 12h00 All Levels Philippe Gaglione

Sample schedule based on a recent week — subject to change. Check the live calendar below for real-time availability.

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Pricing

All options

Drop-in class

35 $

4-class pack

175 $

10-class pack

375 $

20-class pack

685 $

Unlimited subscription

250 $

+ GST (5%) & QST (9.975%) · Prices subject to change

What to wear

Fitted athletic wear — leggings or shorts and t-shirt or tank top. Arms and hands must be free to move. No jewelry or hanging accessories. Hair tied back. Bring your own mat if you prefer, otherwise we have floor mats available.