The flyer sits on the base’s legs, facing away, with their legs locked around the base’s legs from behind. It’s a beginner pose, simple and safe. It appears in several sequences, so it’s worth practicing it well.
There are several ways to take the pose, we show you videos, study them and try them out!
Videos
Reverse straddle throne mount and dismount Yoga House Acro
Reverse straddle throne mount with hands
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Reverse straddle throne mount with using one leg locked without hands
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Mount reverse straddle throne with no hands no locking legs support
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Hop into reverse straddle throne with Partner Acrobatics
Similar pose
Straddle throne
The classic throne position is followed by the straddle throne pose. Here, the sole of the base is not under …
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Reverse Straddle Throne on Hands
This pose is often included in sequences for beginners and is easy to learn.The flyer is positioned facing the base’s …
Referenced elements
Reverse Vishnu Couch Tic-Toc
A Reverse Vishnu transition from one side to the other, passing through Reverse Straddle Throne. The base holds one of …
From Reverse Straddle Throne to Biceps Stand in Hands
This transition is one of the signature highlights of the Peacock Tumble — a rare gem you won’t often see …
From High Foot-to-Hand to Reverse Straddle Throne
Transition for those who can hold a solid high Foot-to-Hand:The base brings their legs forward between the flyer’s legs, allowing …
Reverse Merry Go Round
This is a reversed throne variation inspired by the classic Mary Go Round. Jacob Brown and Debbie Collis https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BWFS8BHxZuY Used …
Reverse Straddle Throne Walk
Playing with 3 bases and 3 flyersJacob Brown Round and round we go — only in perfect sync! The bases lie …
From Reverse Straddle Throne to Straddle Bat
This is a rarely used transition — we more often use the reversed version (from straddle bat to reverse straddle …
From Star to Reverse Straddle Throne (step and pop)
This transition can be done in two ways: with steps or with a pop. Check out the videos! The flyer …
From Reverse Star to Reverse Straddle Throne
A rarely used transition, and a key element of the washing machine called Rubicon. If you’re looking for a challenge, …
From Reverse Straddle Throne to Reverse Star
A rarely used transition, and a key element of the washing machine called Rubicon. If you’re looking for a challenge, …
From Inside Star to Reverse Straddle Throne
This is a very interesting transition! There are two possible directions to move out of side star. Looking at the …
From Reverse Straddle Throne to Inside Star
This transition appears in various forms in different washing machines, depending on how the hands are used. It’s worth watching …
From Reverse Straddle Throne to Star
This is a complex transition that includes an intermediate pose between the starting and ending positions. A key element here …
From Straddle Bat to Reverse Straddle Throne
Steps of the transition:First, you change the hand grip — the base holds the flyer’s hand from underneath to push …
From Reverse Shoulderstand to Reverse Straddle Throne
This transition is one of the key elements of the washing machine called “Monkey Frog.” The base brings his legs …
From Reverse Straddle Throne to Handstand
In this video, we’re demonstrating a transition that begins just like a classic ‘waterfall’: the flyer leans back from reverse …














