Get ready to elevate your skills with a thrilling Handstand & Contortion Workshop led by Cirque du Soleil legends Andrii Bondarenko and Yulya Mykhailova. This is a rare opportunity you do not want to miss!

One Day Only: September 7th, from 9 am to 5 pm (Option to participate in one, two or all three workshops!)

Second Side Yoga is their one and only exclusive stop in Texas!

Don't miss your chance to learn from the best in the industry. Spaces are extremely limited, so secure your spot now and take your skills to new heights!

We are thrilled to welcome back Andrii Bondarenko for his second workshop with us, now joined by Yulia Mykhailova, both incredible Cirque du Soleil performers!

Dive into the world of circus-style handstands and contortion, mastering techniques and alignment that will take your practice to new heights. This workshop is designed to build your strength, coordination, endurance, and balance. Focus on the fundamentals while exploring various inverted balances that will challenge and excite you. Each session is meticulously crafted to provide unparalleled training, ensuring you gain the utmost value and sophistication in your practice.

About Andrii Bondarenko:

• World and European Champion in Sports Acrobatics

• Holder of the Order of Merit (Third Class) from the President of Ukraine

• Honored Master of Sports in Acrobatics

Impressive Career Highlights:

• Palazzo Variety (2006-2008): Banquin Flyer

• Cirque du Soleil Artist (2010-2023):

  • Quidam Show (2010-2014): Banquin Flyer

  • Kurios Show (2014-2023): Handbalancer on Chairs

• Absinthe (Spiegelworld, 2023-Present): Chair Stacker and Handbalancer

• Silver Winner at the International Circus Festival Saint-Paul-Les-Dax (2024)

This workshop is your chance to learn from Andrii’s unparalleled expertise and experience. You can learn more about Andrii by visiting his Instagram: @andrii_bondarenko

About Yulia Mykhailova:

Starting her journey at just 10 years old at a circus school for kids, Yulia quickly rose to prominence. She trained in hand-to-hand and handstands, winning numerous gold medals at festivals across Russia and receiving the prestigious Grand Prix. At the tender age of 13, she won silver at the International Kids Circus Festival.

From the age of 15, Yulia has traveled the world, performing on countless stages and honing her craft. She studied at the Kiev Cirque College while working in various productions, including:

• Show "Wow" in Israel

• "Rizoma" with Anatoliy Zalevskiy

• "Winter Garden" and "Palazzo"

• Ballet fu at Casino in France

• Winner of the "Circus Princess" Festival and Grenoble Festival in Italy

• "Massino TV Show" and "GOP"

Yulia has graced the stage in numerous Cirque du Soleil productions, including "OVO," "KOOZA," "VAREKAI," and "AMALUNA." Currently, she performs in the Las Vegas show "Rouge" at V Theater and is involved in many other projects.

This is an incredibly rare opportunity to learn from one of the best in the world. Don't miss your chance to be inspired and elevate your skills. You can learn more about Yulia by visiting her Instagram, @dijilieta

Beginners Handstand Workshop: 9/7 Saturday 9 am - 11 am

• Body Preparation: Learn essential techniques to ready your body for handstands.

• Technique and Alignment: Master proper alignment and understand how to fall safely.

• Wall Work and Tips: Utilize wall exercises to build confidence and strength.

• Shapes and Tuck Position: Explore fundamental handstand shapes and the tuck position.

• Coordination and Balance: Enhance your coordination with targeted exercises and achieve balance.

• Handstand Entrances: Discover various ways to enter a handstand.

• Interactive Q&A: Engage with our experts to refine your understanding and technique.

Contortion Workshop (all levels): 9/7 Saturday 12 pm - 2 pm

• Comprehensive Warmup: Begin with a thorough warmup to prepare your body.

• Advanced Tips: Gain insider tips from Cirque du Soleil professionals.

• Flexibility Focus: Develop deep splits and exceptional back flexibility.

• Chest Stand and Scorpion: Achieve advanced contortion poses like the chest stand and scorpion.

• Contortion Balances and Shapes: Master intricate shapes and balances.

• Interactive Q&A: Clarify your doubts and get personalized advice from the masters.

Intermediate/Advanced Handstand Workshop: 9/7 Saturday 3 pm - 5 pm

• PREREQUISITE: To join the intermediate/advanced workshop, you should be able to consistently hold a freestanding handstand for 30 seconds.

• Handstand Press Preparation: Engage in specialized exercises to build strength for handstand presses.

• Partner Work: Practice handstand presses and one-arm handstands with partners.

• One Arm Handstand Preparation: Focus on exercises to prepare for one-arm handstands.

• Wall and Partner Assisted One Arm Handstand: Utilize wall support and partner assistance to perfect your technique.

• One Arm Handstand Balance: Achieve balance and control in one-arm handstands.

• Interactive Q&A: Benefit from personalized feedback and expert insights

Unlock incredible savings and maximize your training by enrolling in multiple workshops.

Double the Fun (Any 2 Workshops): First 5 gets the early bird discount. Please write on your order note or email hello@secondsideyoga.com to confirm the two workshops you've selected.

• $215 for the first 5 participants (SOLD OUT at this rate)

• $255 for the following 5 participants (2 spots left)

• The earlier you sign up, the better the price! Add this option to your Shopping Cart now to see the current best deal available.

Triple Mastery (All 3 Workshops): First 5 gets the early bird discount.

• $275 for the first 5 participants (SOLD OUT at this rate)

• $325 for the following 5 participants (1 spot left)

• The earlier you sign up, the better the price! Add this option to your Shopping Cart now to see the current best deal available.

Immerse yourself in these transformative workshops and gain the elite skills and techniques that define Cirque du Soleil performers. Secure your spot today and experience the pinnacle of handstand and contortion training.

Refund Policy

We understand that plans can change, and we want to be as accommodating as possible. While all purchases are non-refundable, you can transfer your spot to someone else if you’re unable to attend. Just let us know by sending an e-mail to hello@secondsideyoga.com and we’ll help you with the details!

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