Learning to hold a handstand is a challenging skill that can take many months or even years to develop. While there is certainly a time and place for handstand walking or kicking up against a wall, neither is particular transferrable to holding a strong freestanding handstand. Instead, it’s necessary to work on specific drills that cultivate a hollow body line and balance, both together and separately. The guide below outlines everything you need to know to begin your journey to holding a handstand.