Handstand & Callisthenics Training
Add handstand and callisthenics coaching to your PT toolkit — accredited for 13 AUSactive CECs
Key Facts
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Who is this course for
- Personal trainers who want to coach handstands and bodyweight strength safely
- Gym and group instructors adding skill-based sessions
- Coaches working with clients chasing strength, mobility, and skill goals
- Certificate III/IV graduates building practical CPD beyond general programming
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Who is this course not for
- People seeking a full Certificate III/IV in Fitness (this is short professional development)
- Absolute beginners looking for a general fitness membership or gym induction
- Anyone expecting in-person spotting — coaching here is online and progression-based
Course Overview
Experience the growing demand for handstand and callisthenics training. This course equips fitness professionals to coach progressions, regressions, and safe practice so clients build skill without unnecessary risk.
Foundations
- Why handstands and callisthenics matter for modern PT businesses
- Shoulder, wrist, and core readiness for inverted and bodyweight work
- Risk management and when to regress
- Why handstands and callisthenics matter for modern PT businesses
- Shoulder, wrist, and core readiness for inverted and bodyweight work
- Risk management and when to regress
Skill progressions
- Handstand progressions from wall support toward freestanding control
- Core callisthenics patterns used in PT and small-group settings
- Coaching cues, common faults, and corrections
- Handstand progressions from wall support toward freestanding control
- Core callisthenics patterns used in PT and small-group settings
- Coaching cues, common faults, and corrections
Programming for clients
- How to slot skill work into existing programs
- Session structure for mixed-ability clients
- Progress tracking and client communication
- How to slot skill work into existing programs
- Session structure for mixed-ability clients
- Progress tracking and client communication
Delivery
Accreditation
Assessment
Meet Our Founders
Don and Rhonda Bacchi, founders and owners of Onfit Training College, bring over 50 years’ experience within the health and fitness industry.
At Onfit, we have one mission… to help you build a rewarding career in the health & fitness industry with our time-tested, “whole package” learning system. Online learning and training have become an essential part of our society.”
Don Bacchi
Do You Want
To Study with us?
Your Stories
"My qualifications have prepared me for my career, because it has allowed me to really educate myself so that I’m giving my clients the right information."
ROSANNA EVOLABusiness Owner, Nutrafit
"Amazing, with me working and having a son, It’s really good that I don’t have to try to get on campus… “I would say don’t hesitate to go with Onfit"
JASMINE WOLSTENCROFTStudent Graduate
“The best thing for me was so much support online and through the phone."
CLINT HOLLAND
Business Owner, NuPeak
Frequently Asked Questions
How many CECs does this course offer?
You earn 13 AUSactive CECs on successful completion.
Do I need a Certificate III in Fitness first?
Recommended for fitness professionals. The course is designed for those already working or studying in the industry.
What does it cost?
The course price is $320
Is this a nationally recognised qualification?
This is a short professional development course with a certificate of completion and CECs — not a full qualification under the AQF.
Can I claim this for CPD renewal?
Yes — CECs count toward AUSactive professional development requirements.
Is the course fully online?
Yes. Study from anywhere in Australia (or overseas) with internet access.
Don't hesitate
Build handstand and callisthenics coaching skills and claim 13 AUSactive CECs.
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