HANDSTAND CAMP
AUGUST 28 - September 1, 2025
The Experience…
Handstand Camp with Virgile + David
August 28 - September 1, 2025 - Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
Elevate Your Practice in Paradise
Welcome to a space where strength meets balance and adventure sparks discovery. Handstand Camp is more than a retreat—it's a transformative experience designed to challenge your limits and elevate your handstand practice. Over five days and four nights, you'll train with a legendary coach in the stunning backdrop of a remote village on the coast of Mexico, combining the precision of technique with the joy of exploration. From beginners eager to take their first steps upside-down to advanced practitioners refining their skills, this camp caters to every level of handstand enthusiast.
Space is limited. This is an intimate retreat.
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The Training…
Twice-daily handstand-specific training sessions are led by Coach Virgile, with assistance from his student, friend, and host from SWEAT Yoga Studio, David Johnson. Beyond the mat, immerse yourself in breathtaking landscapes, savor delicious meals, and find moments of stillness to reflect and recharge. Whether you're looking to master your handstand, reconnect with your body, or meet and train with like-minded individuals, this retreat promises an unforgettable journey of growth, camaraderie, and play.
Stay in Comfort, Train in Community
At Handstand Camp, the journey is as much about connection as it is about skill-building. Our accommodations are thoughtfully designed to foster a sense of camaraderie and shared purpose among participants. With only five rooms available, we encourage double occupancy to make the most of our limited space and cultivate a supportive environment. Whether you're traveling with a friend or open to sharing with a fellow handstand enthusiast, rooming together enhances the collaborative spirit of this unique training camp.
Meet your hosts…
The Handstand Camp in Mexico brings together a dynamic duo: Coach Virgile, a master of handstand artistry, and his dedicated student of five years, David, representing SWEAT Yoga Studio.
Virgile is renowned for his innovative and transformative approach to mastering handstands. With a wealth of experience and a deep understanding of the practice, he has guided countless practitioners to unlock their potential and achieve balance, strength, and confidence on their hands.
David has spent the past five years as Virgile's devoted understudy, immersing himself in the art and discipline of handstands. As a student and teacher, David brings a unique perspective, combining Virgile’s expertise with his passion for supporting others in their practice. Together, their collaboration offers participants a rare opportunity to learn from the master with personalized assistance and insights from his student.
This partnership creates an unparalleled learning experience where expertise meets enthusiasm, and mentorship meets mastery. Whether you're a beginner or an advanced practitioner, the synergy between Virgile and David ensures you’ll be supported every step of the way as you elevate your handstand practice.
About Virgile
Born February 18, 1971, in Châteauroux, France, Virgile grew up immersed in show business, with his father running a circus and his mother working as a wardrobe mistress. Initially drawn to ballet, Virgile ultimately chose the circus and, at fifteen, enrolled at the prestigious Centre National des Arts du Cirque in Châlons-en-Champagne, where he trained under the legendary Claude Victoria.
Virgile developed a hand-to-hand balancing act that launched a celebrated international career, performing at renowned venues like Circus Knie (Switzerland), Cirque du Soleil (Canada), Circus Roncalli, Berlin’s Wintergarten (Germany), and Paris’s Lido. He earned a Gold Medal at the Festival Mondial du Cirque de Demain in Paris (1995) and debuted in the U.S. with the Big Apple Circus (1996-97), returning for their farewell season (2000-01).
He remained with the Big Apple Circus, contributing in various roles, including Assistant Performance Director, Artistic Coordinator (2009), and Assistant Artistic Director (2014). In 2017, Virgile joined Cirque du Soleil’s Crystal as a coach for Handstand and Hand-to-Hand acts.
Currently based in New York City, Virgile shares his 30+ years of expertise by teaching workshops, private sessions, and masterclasses across the U.S. With decades of experience spanning the globe, he continues to inspire through teaching and mentoring the next generation of handstand enthusiasts.
Your stay includes…
Selected room accommodations for 4 nights // Gourmet breakfast, lunch & dinner to accommodate all diets // Twice daily training // Saltwater pool // Beach access // Waterfall hike // Beach bonfire // Specially curated gift bag // Airport transfers
*Optional ala carte: \\ Bar drinks \\ Spa services \\ Cold plunge \\ Surf lessons \\ Other various excursions
**Airfare, NM sales tax, and gratuities to resort staff are not included.
Space is limited. A $500 non-refundable deposit per person will hold your room. Half of the balance is due March 1st and the remaining balance June 1st. No refunds for any reason.
For reservations and inquiries, please email info@sweatyogastudio.com or call 505-363-8021
A room with a view…
This one-of-a-kind earthy and sophisticated beachside Villa is designed for comfort, luxury, and VIEWS! Each level of the Villa displays a magical setting: at the top, two dreamlike Penthouses with elegant beds, beautiful palapa roofs, and floor-to-ceiling glass windows overlook the ocean.
Sitting poolside are four well-appointed, peaceful rooms, each with a private bathroom, comfortable beds, and boho chic details.
All of the rooms are facing the sea with AC and are quiet and private. The entire Villa has high-speed WiFi for your convenience.
The property boasts an al fresco dining area and bar where you can relax and enjoy a drink. With local organic meals, a saltwater pool, beautiful beach access, and the property all to ourselves, this will be the best handstand camp you never knew you needed.
Spaces are limited, and rooms are filling fast—don’t wait to secure your place and become part of this immersive experience! Join us for an adventure that will improve your handstand and reignite your passion for movement and life. Your journey to balance begins here.
The Penthouse
Perfect for the solo traveler or your BBF training partner, each of the penthouses boasts a king-size bed, panoramic windows, and a terrace facing the sea.
Air conditioning, WiFi, king-size beds with memory foam mattresses and luxury linen, ocean and pool views, with hot water showers.
Single Occupancy $3,500 - SOLD OUT
Double Occupancy $3,000 - SOLD OUT
(rate is per person)
For reservations, inquiries, and waitlist please email info@sweatyogastudio.com or call 505-363-8021
Rooms
Grab your training buddy! These rooms are being sold as double and triple occupancy only.
Air conditioning, WiFi, king-size beds with memory foam mattresses and luxury linen, ocean and pool views, with hot water showers. 450 sq ft.
~ There are only 4 Rooms on the property ~
Option One: 1 king bed with 1 individual bed
Option Two: 3 individual beds
Double Occupancy $2,775 - 1 MALE
Triple Occupancy $2,200 - SOLD OUT
(rate is per person)
For reservations, inquiries, and waitlist please email info@sweatyogastudio.com or call 505-363-8021
ACCESSed only BY BOAT
Mixto's pristine beach is the best kept secret in Puerto Vallarta
About Transportation
There is no road access to the property. For boat transportation purposes, guests should book an arrival flight that lands no later than 4:00 PM and a departure flight that takes off no earlier than 12:00 PM.
GETTING TO MIXTO
After landing at Puerto Vallarta International Airport (PVR), take a moment to change into comfortable clothes for your trip to Xinalani. You’ll be joining us by boat, so expect to get wet up to your knees when stepping off the boat and onto our beach. We suggest wearing shorts, sandals, and sunscreen. We also recommend safeguarding your cell phone and valuables in a waterproof dry bag.
