This is a well-known and popular washing machine.
The flyer moves between two poses, which makes it easy to remember. Since there’s no lateral movement and the flyer stays above the base the whole time, many consider it a beginner–intermediate sequence.
However, the transitions aren’t as simple as they seem — they require flexibility and a high level of coordination.
Be patient during practice; this one rarely works on the first try!
This is an excellent tutorial video — it breaks down the Monkey Frog step by step.
It’s definitely worth watching and listening to carefully.
Feel the flow
Tutorial video with Super Dave 🙂
This video shows that if you’re a super skilled base, almost anyone can do the move with you—as long as they have some body awareness and follow your cues.
Reverse straddle throne and reverse shoulderstand alternate each other
Lux and Daniel Scott
Beautifully seamless and fluid — once you see it, you’ll definitely be inspired to learn and try it yourself!
Jacob Brown
No flyer hands!
This is a real challenge
Jacob Brown
Used poses
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 …
Reverse Shoulderstand with Forearm hold
We rarely hold this pose by itself, it is usually used as a transition in sequences. The base can hold the hand in two ways, …
Transitions
This washing machine spins between just two poses—just don’t get too dizzy!
From Reverse Straddle Throne to Reverse Shoulderstand on Hands
A well-known and frequently used movement, the backbend itself is called the “Waterfall.” However, from the moment the base grabs the flyer’s shoulders, the transition …
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 above his head, and the …
