Same Side Wrap vs Opposite Side Wrap Theory

Silks

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Level 2

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Fabric Theory
Same Side Wrap vs Opposite Side Wrap Theory Aerial Silks Video Tutorial Intermediate Fabric Online Class

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The Same Side Wrap and the Opposite Side Wrap are two fundamentals wraps that show up everywhere on aerial silks. In our aerial silks teaching curriculum, we call them base wraps because they are wraps that we often build on for other aerial silks moves including drops and dives.

This aerial silks wrap theory video tutorial is a deep dive into the fabric theory that makes these wraps work the way they do. We cover key similarities and differences between the wraps, including how they support us, where they lead to, and what their tendencies are.

This aerial silks tutorial video is intended to help aerialists and aerial instructors and students gain a deeper understanding of these base wraps so they can better identify them in other skills and transitions, and understand the wraps and moves that they lead to.

Become an Aerial Fit Online member to access the video for Same Side Wrap vs Opposite Side Wrap Theory. This in-depth video will explain how to properly train this skill. It also includes cross references to the most important Building Blocks, Common Mistakes, Related Drills, Ground Drills, Variations, Next Steps and Sequences.

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Building Blocks & Prerequisites

Some of the most important aerial silks skills, related movements, and prerequisites from our aerial video tutorial library that students should be very comfortable doing to succeed at Same Side Wrap vs Opposite Side Wrap Theory.

Teaching Tools

Common Mistakes & Solutions

These are the most common mistakes we see with students when they are learning how to do the aerial silks skill Same Side Wrap vs Opposite Side Wrap Theory and detailed directions on how to fix these problems to make the skill look and feel easy.

Related Aerial Drills

These similar aerial silks skills and aerial drills are helpful to troubleshoot and help with problems. Students don't need to have mastered the Same Side Wrap vs Opposite Side Wrap Theory to work on these related skills and drills. These drills may help your students make important connections and answer the question "What am I doing wrong?".

Ground Drills for Aerialists

These are some of our favorite ground drills for aerialists for Same Side Wrap vs Opposite Side Wrap Theory. They can be used as part of the ground warm up or as part of the aerial class teaching progression.

Aerial Silks Variations

These are different variations of Same Side Wrap vs Opposite Side Wrap Theory. Students should be very comfortable with the current skill before working on these different or more advanced variations. They can be used for further exploration, managing students with different levels and adding variety to aerial silks choreography.

Planning Ahead

Next Steps

These are the next steps we teach to our aerial silks students after they’re comfortable with Same Side Wrap vs Opposite Side Wrap Theory. The next steps can be started right away and they lead toward specific future goals which are often the most advanced aerial silks skills.

Future Goals

These are some of the more advanced silks skills that build on the strength and control taught in Same Side Wrap vs Opposite Side Wrap Theory. They are not the next immediate steps, but rather long term planning goals.

Sequences

Aerial Silks Sequences, Transitions and Combinations

These are aerial silks sequences, transitions, and combinations that include the aerial skill Same Side Wrap vs Opposite Side Wrap Theory. They are fun, creative, and challenging sequences from our aerial video tutorial library.

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