Location: Acroland

Description:

This workshop is an introduction to "takedowns" - the style of partner acrobatics often used in fight choreography to create the appearance of big throws and big falls while leaving the acrobats unscathed! We will cover how to get to the floor safely, learn lifts that lead into a takedown, and discuss ways of creating the illusion of a hard hit on the ground while keeping the impact light! The tools taught will also help you to create your own takedowns in the future!

Available: 10/16

Price: $65.00 Taxes waived

Required age: 16+ on the day of the activity

Prerequisites: Students should have some experience in partner acrobats, including comfort flying counterbalance skills like thigh stand and flag. Bases must be able to safely do five squats while holding a flyer in their arms or on their shoulders. All students must be able to hold a plank position with core engaged for at least 30 seconds, be comfortable doing a cartwheel and landing safely on their feet (it's ok if the cartwheel form isn't perfect!), and be able to kick up to a handstand against a wall or with a spotter and return to standing. All students must be comfortable and confident spotting counterbalance skills like thigh stand and flag.

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