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Front flyaway

Basic skill

• The key to this skill is getting a feel for the tap. It is essentially a reverse of a normal tap swing. The front swing position is an open body leading with the heels, as the gymnast passes through the bottom, they must hollow then kick their heels towards the ceiling. Work the tap without releasing the bar until you get a feel for it. The tendency is to tap early. Work the tap late.
• Once the tap is consistant, dismounting into a pit or with a belt to get the feel for the turnover is next.
• The gymnast should feel a significant block off the bar prior to release. This will aid in gaining amplitude and good direction for the dismount.