How to Be Center Flyer

How to Be Center Flyer

If you want to be front and center in your routine, you need to earn your position. Here’s what makes up a good center flyer: BEST TECHNIQUE When all eyes are on you, you better have great technique! Good center flyers are able to keep their toes pointed, knees...
Full Up Tips

Full Up Tips

Photo: Snapped! by Becca Clark Tips for flyers, bases and backspots to do a better full up: FOR FLYERS: Let your bases do the twist. Don’t try to twist faster than them or do the entire thing yourself. Stay tight and initiate the twist slightly so you move with your...
Twisting Tips for Flyers

Twisting Tips for Flyers

Photo by Jerry Hughes I know many coaches and gyms teach different techniques for dismounts, but no matter what arm position you use or how many counts of a dip you’re given, there are some basic principles you should always follow when doing twisting dismounts to...
Tips for Tic Tocs

Tips for Tic Tocs

Tips for flyers, bases and backspots to do a solid tic toc: FOR FLYERS: Replace your first foot, don’t step to the side. This way, your bases will know where you’re stepping every time. Stand tall and lift up. Hesitation and bent knees will make the stunt more likely...