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Hand balancing, is the acrobatic art of performing acrobatic maneuvers supported wholly by the hands or arms. Hand balancing may be performed by an individual or with a partner, and is incorporated in many gymnastic type activity routines.

Location
Gymnasiums and circus skill schools.

Age
As with many strength activities, Hand Balancing to a serious level, is not encouraged at two younger age.

Ability
Hand balancing necessitates a good basic level of gymnastic skills, a high level of arm strength and a high sense of balance.

Description
Hand Balancing is not only a stand alone activity, it is commonly incorporated into the routines of acro dancers, circus performers, gymnasts, and sports acrobats.

Closely Related Activities
Acro-Gymnastics 2, Gymnastics 293 & 928 and Circus.

Level of Demand
The table below shows the maximum levels of demand that this activity requires. NOTE: These are not entry levels or levels of requirement and has nothing to do with ability.

Energy

Arms

Legs

Sight

Hearing

Speech

Learning

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