Propeller

A reversed bird tic toc and a 5th pos. tic toc alternate in this flow. The flyer stays horizontal, facing down, and spins continuously in one direction. Only the first part of each tic toc happens – the motion doesn’t reverse but flows on. The arms are crossed in the grip, which allows the flyer to assist the spin with their own movement.

Rotor (flatspin) and Propeller – Two Similar Washing Machines
Rotor and propeller are two very similar washing machine techniques, and many people tend to confuse them. After looking at several variations, I tried to clarify the key differences between the two.
What they have in common:
In both techniques, the flyer spins in a head-down position with a straight body, rotating continuously in the same direction. The base uses the same leg technique — stepping on the flyer’s hips to create the rotation.
What’s different:
In propeller, there is constant hand contact, and in bird pose the grip is crossed. There’s no pop — the base only steps.
Rotor, on the other hand, is slightly more advanced: the hands are released and regripped during the sequence, and the hand connection is always straight (not crossed). Rotor also has a popped version, where the transition through 5th position is done with a pop instead of a step.

Tutorial video with Jacob Brown

Jacob Brown, Debbie Collis

Propeller with Acro Burst

Propeller, Prague acro school

Jacob Brown

The name of the video is rotor, but it is a propeller!
Acroyyoga

propeller revved up, Fun Partner Acro W/ An

Used transitions

June 6, 2025

Inside Star 5th position Tic toc

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This is an interesting transition — one I personally really like. It appears in several washing machines, so it’s worth studying and learning. Jacob Brown’s …