Freedom is a dynamic washing machine that features trapdoor, back bird, side star, and reverse bird. In the back bird position, there’s an extra step: the base steps next to the incoming foot and transitions into side star on that foot. Without this adjustment, the flow would only rotate in one direction — this step allows for the direction change.
A unique element of this sequence is that the hand-to-hand grip remains unbroken throughout — the flyers and base stay connected the whole time.
Important: Only initiate the trapdoor when the flyer is fully aligned above the base and lifts their chest with control. This ensures a clean and beautiful execution.
It’s not a very well-known sequence — but it’s one of my personal favorites. 😊
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Used Poses
Inside Star
This is the most popular, simplest, and easiest to execute of the four side stars. The flyer faces the base, with their upper body positioned …
Reverse Bird
The flyer’s upper body turns towards the ground, her head is on the opposite side of the base’s head. If we do it without hands, …
Back bird with upper hand grip
Several transitions require an upper hand grip, which is why it was necessary to include the back bird with an upper hand grip as a …
Used Transitions
From Inside Star to Reverse Bird
We mostly use this transition when switching from one side of inside side star to the other. In this case, reverse bird is just a …
From Reverse Bird to Back Bird
This is a special transition, it has its own name: Trap door Starting from a reverse bird, the flyer passes one hand between the legs …
From Back Bird to Inside Star with upper handgrip
From back bird to side star with upper handgrip, flyer puts her hand next to her ear to the base. A very short transition, base …
Referenced videos
Ninja Star deLux
This is a sweet Ninja Star variation with a unique twist: the flyer enters star through reverse bird and exits …
