This is a commonly used AcroYoga transition, taking the flyer from a horizontal position into a vertical, upside-down position. Although the movement may look smooth and effortless when performed well, there are several important details that make this a fairly complex transition.
Before diving into the movement step by step, take a look at these two excellent tutorial videos. Experienced AcroYoga teachers demonstrate the technique clearly, explain how the base and flyer work together, and highlight the key details to pay attention to when learning and practicing this transition.
Tutorial video with Super Dave
From Bird to Reverse Star and back to Bird
Partner Acrobacics
Used Poses
Front plank, bird – the first step
Before you start practicing, it’s worth looking at what you need to pay attention to when taking the plank pose. The photos, descriptions and videos …
Reverse Star
This is also a shoulderstand on feet pose, but here the flyer is positioned reversed on the base’s foot, facing backward. For the flyer to …
Referenced videos
Maha Cahterine’s Wheel
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