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Step 1
Practice jumping in a standing position while starting with your arms straight out in front of you. Bend your legs so you're almost in a sitting position, and jump straight up into the air using the balls of your feet for power. As you go down to a sitting position, swing your arms down to your sides, and as you lift off into the air, throw them up so they finish straight up in the air with your elbows by your ears. Throwing your arms along with your jump will give you further momentum.
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Step 2
Perform the first handspring after you've been able to get enough height and power on jumping alone. As you jump up into the air, throw your arms up and backward while you lean and arch your back backward. As you turn through the air, move your head farther back so you can see where you'll land. This will also help guide your body over.
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Step 3
Put your hands down firmly onto the mat, keeping them shoulder width apart at all times. Slightly bend your arms at the elbows and push off, giving you momentum to finish the handspring.
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Step 4
Land with your feet shoulder width apart and your arms straight out in front of you. This will give you the most powerful beginning possible for the second back handspring.
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Step 5
Gain your balance and then bend your knees as you would have in your first jump and once again swing your arms powerfully behind your head. Again, throw your head backward to guide your landing. Make sure your back has an arch to it, and keep your legs straight with your feet together while you're in the air.
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Step 6
Plant your feet firmly onto the floor when you land and bring your heels together. Stand up straight and arch your back slightly. Then bring your arms straight up into the air, making a V-shape to finish the double back handspring.
