Now you can lend a hand — while standing on your hands.
On May 20, LAVA, a Prospect Heights-based performance troupe will host a “Handstand-a-thon,” an event that asks do-gooders to raise money while topsy-turvy.
The studio encourages participants of all skill levels to get down with being upside-down in order to help fund a kids dance program and other events.
“It’s a fun way to change your perspective,” said Diana Greiner, managing director. “People get really excited; they haven’t done it since they were kids.”
Each second spent feet-above-head earns one donation dollar and participants may use a wall or a spotter for balance. The record holder held the pose for four minutes.
Proceeds go to programs such as the PS 9 Pick Up Program, which offers free dance classes to students.
Greiner said the goal is to raise $20,000 total — which, if you’re counting, adds up to a big rush of blood to the brain.
“It really gets the energy up — for a good cause,” Greiner said.
Handstand-a-Thon at LAVA [524 Bergen St. between Sixth and Carlton avenues in Prospect Heights, (718) 399–3161], May 20 from 2-5 pm. Visit www.lavalove.org.
Reach reporter Natalie O'Neill at noneill@cnglocal.com or by calling her at (718) 260-4505.
