Bird to Straddle Bat

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Level: Beginner

Description

Plank on Feet (L-Base) to Straddle Bat is a basic element in Acro-Yoga and used in a lot of washing machines. 

Base

  • Change grip to crossed hands (2).
  • Feet switch the place (ballerina step) (3).
  • Keep your hands over your shoulder (1-5).
  • Give the flyer resistance in the arms to come down controlled (6-8).
  • Keep your heels over your hips all the time.

Flyer

  • Roll on the second leg and straddle the legs.
  • Keep your legs and core engaged so, that you don't come to an arched position.
  • Controll the going down by pushing into the bases arms (5-8).

Spotter

  • Spot on the side.
  • Spot the upper body and hips.
  • You can help by supporting the legs of the base, so that they stay directly over the hips if necessary.