Negative Space and Body Turns
Many sequences seem impossible, but most can be solved by using negative space or body turns.
Many sequences seem impossible, but most can be solved by using negative space or body turns. Negative space lets you face the audience and reduces body movement Body turns add movement and help you execute patterns with longer staves. Each method is equally important, and learning both will maximize capability. This guide will assume some knowledge of these fundamental concepts.
To make the most of the Alphabet, it’s highly recommended that you learn the following.
360° Isolation
Hand pictograph. Red hand static hold at south.Hand pictograph. Red hand pro-spin shift south to east.Hand pictograph. Red hand pro-spin shift east to north.Hand pictograph. Red hand pro-spin shift north to west.Hand pictograph. Red hand pro-spin shift west to south.
4-Petal Antispin
Hand pictograph. Red hand static hold at south.Hand pictograph. Red hand anti-spin shift south to east.Hand pictograph. Red hand anti-spin shift east to north.Hand pictograph. Red hand anti-spin shift north to west.Hand pictograph. Red hand anti-spin shift west to south.