The transition from Straddle Throne to Reverse Straddle Throne is the first part of the “Throne Rotation”. This movement doesn’t happen directly, but includes an intermediate Z-Throne position. The Z-Throne is not a standalone pose, but rather a transitional shape between the starting and ending positions.
Instructional video, in addition to the excerpt, it is worth watching the entire video
Feel the flow
There are many ways to transition from throne to reverse throne— and here’s one that’s a bit less common, but definitely interesting.
We’re sharing this to remind ourselves (and you!) not to always do things the same way — it’s good to explore different options.
In this version, the flyer and the base hold hands and use that connection to support the transition. Check it out!
This is a short segment from a longer video, where the flyer transitions from straddle throne to reverse straddle throne
Sharon Peregrina
Used poses
Straddle throne
The classic throne position is followed by the straddle throne pose. Here, the sole of the base is not under the buttock of the flyer, …
Z Throne
The Z throne is a transition between two poses. The flyer kneels into the base’s hand with one leg and turns with his upper body. …
Reverse Straddle Throne
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 …
Connecting transition
From Reverse Straddle Throne to Straddle Throne
The transition from Reverse Straddle Throne to Straddle Throne is the second part of the “Throne Rotation”. This movement doesn’t …
Referenced videos
Basic flow for Beginners – Feel the flow
This video is more than just a flow demonstration — it’s a complete learning experience. Step by step, we break …
Throne Rotation – AcroYoga Tutorial
This beginner sequence starts from a Straddle Throne, transitions through a Z-Throne, and flips the flyer into a Reverse Straddle …
