A simple and often used transition
The flyer leans forward, grabs the base’s ankles, and aligns their shoulders with the base’s feet (this can also be done hands-free). The base simultaneously lifts their hands to meet the flyer’s feet and bends their legs to allow the flyer to tilt forward. The flyer grabs the base’s wrists, the base releases the flyer’s feet, and the flyer pulls themselves up into Star. Yoga House Acro
Used poses
Low Foot-2-hand
Low foot-to-hand: The base’s elbow is on the ground, closely next to their body, with the forearm vertical. The flyer keeps their body straight and …
Star with hand holds
Shoulderstand on feet, but we just call it “star” for short, so it’s shorter and more compact. This is the basic position, it can have …
Referenced videos
Dolphin
Although it is not obvious from the name, this washing machine fits into this collection, it has a star and …
Midnight Tumbleweed: An AcroYoga Washing Machine
This tumbleweed variation is special because it includes a biceps stand in hands between the star and the back bird. …
Tumbleweed washing machine
Tumbleweed is a fundamental intermediate washing machine that offers countless variations, making it a favorite among practitioners. This foundational sequence …
