Pole Tutorial: Tear
Today I will show you how to get into this pretty pole trick tutorial called the Tear! There are two versions so give them both a try!
Version A: Flexed foot and hooked ankle, hips away from pole
Version B: Pressed thigh and ankle against pole
Let's get started!
x Kimmy, blogger from Pole Asana
PS. I'm wearing the Super Fly Honey Tigress Top and Lioness Bottom Pole Wear.
Step 1
Start with the outside leg hang and keep the inside hand on the pole.
Step 2
Your outside hand reaches over the head to grab the pole.
Step 3
Adjust the grip on the bottom hand as you slide down the pole. Your ear should be by your hand now.
Step 4
At the same time, straighten the top leg and hook the back of the ankle against the pole. It’s important to keep the top foot pointed here!
On a spinning pole, I found the direction of the spin made a difference such that I wasn't fighting AGAINST the spin to push my back towards the pole. For me, I spin CW for my right Janeiro, and CCW for my left Janeiro.
Step 5
Bend the inside leg and thread it between the space. Choose your version!
Step 6 (Version A)
Flex the foot and hook against the pole. Notice the hip is away from the pole.
Step 6 (Version B on other side)
Press the thigh and ankle against the pole. You now have 2 more contact points compared to Version A.
Tip:
Try both variations, once on each side and see what works best for you!
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