Learn 5 Easy Flips - How to Do Without Just Sending!

Introduction

Welcome to a thrilling journey into the world of flipping! Whether you’re a beginner looking to enter the realms of flips, tricking, or parkour, or just someone curious about flipping without fully committing to going upside down, this guide is for you. Today, we’ll explore five flips that are perfect for easing into the world of acrobatics. These flips are designed to be learned progressively, allowing you to slowly invert them at your own pace, thus building confidence and reducing fear.

1. Slant Gainer Progression

Description

The Slant Gainer, also evolving into a Cheat Gainer or even a regular Gainer, is an excellent move for those starting their flipping journey. The beauty of this move is its simplicity in the beginning stages, where you essentially perform a full-body spin.

How to Start

Step 1: Choose a lead foot to jump off and a foot to swing through.
Step 2: Begin by stepping out with your swing-through foot while extending your arms sideways.
Step 3: Next, step to the side with your jumping foot as you pull your arms back.
Step 4: Execute a swing with your legs and arms, thrusting upwards, and perform a simple 360-degree turn, ensuring you land facing the direction you started.

Progression

Gradually increase the intensity by kicking the swinging leg towards the opposite shoulder while slightly leaning back.
Film yourself to make adjustments and observe how you start to gain more horizontal or inverted air time.
Continue to lean back and increase the kick to progress to a full Cheat Gainer.

2. Tricker Aerial Progression

Description

The Tricker Aerial is an eye-catching move that can easily be integrated into various dance or tricking combinations and is surprisingly straightforward to learn.

How to Start

Step 1: Master a basic cartwheel to understand the motion without using hands.
Step 2: Initiate the aerial by imagining stepping over a fence and then returning to face the direction from which you started.
Step 3: Add a small jump over the “fence,” gradually dipping your head more with each attempt.

Progression

As you become comfortable, start to dip your head further while simultaneously lifting your legs higher.
Use your arms to add lift and your legs to propel you further into the air, eventually reaching a horizontal position before completing the flip.

3. B Twist Progression

Description

The B Twist is an impressive move that starts off simply and can be developed into a full horizontal spin with practice.

How to Start

Step 1: Stand with legs apart, front foot pointing in the direction of the twist.
Step 2: Practice a simple 360-degree jump to get used to the twisting motion.
Step 3: Integrate a step-over motion similar to stepping over an invisible fence.

Progression

Start by adding an extra 180 degrees to your 360 spin, making it a 540.
Lean into the twist, using your arms to help propel and stabilize your motion.
Progressively dip more to achieve the horizontal B Twist.

4. Gainer Arabian Progression

Description

The Gainer Arabian adds a stunning 180-degree turn to the basic Gainer, making it look more complex and stylish.

How to Start

Step 1: Use the same initial steps as the Slant Gainer.
Step 2: After jumping, instead of facing forward, execute a 180-degree pivot to face the opposite direction.

Progression

Make the pivot smoother and more integrated into the jump, eventually controlling the pivot in mid-air.
As you become more comfortable, lean back more and enhance your kicks to increase the horizontal and inverted nature of the flip.

5. Webster Side Progression

Description

The Webster Side is a variant of the Webster flip, incorporating a sideways element that makes it unique and easier to learn than a full Webster.

How to Start

Step 1: Determine your jumping and kicking legs.
Step 2: Start with a simple squat and practice walking your legs around your body, returning to the starting position.
Step 3: Begin to jump off the jumping leg while kicking with the back leg over your arm, initially just getting a bit of air.

Progression

Increase the jump and kick intensity, starting to pivot 90 degrees before landing.
Lighten the hand usage gradually until you can perform the flip without hand support.

Conclusion

Flipping doesn’t have to be intimidating. With these five beginner-friendly flips, you can start your flipping journey safely and at your own pace. Remember, practice makes perfect. Take your time, film your progress, and gradually increase the complexity of your moves as you gain confidence. Happy flipping, and always ensure you’re practicing in a safe environment!

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