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Twist Wrap on the Floor
Practice the arm wrap used for twisting dives standing on the floor, with no jumping.
By Coach Evan Waechtler Youth coach (U11, Cache Valley, Utah) and founder of SSTracker Updated October 30, 2026
Set up
Stand tall in a straight line.
Core: Steady. Beat your own tightest shape.
- Ages
- 14 and up
- Time
- 8 min
- Players
- Just you
- Space
- Small room
- Bring
- Mat
- Level · skill
- Advanced · Spin & Flight
The steps
How it works
- Stand tall in a straight line.
- Pull one arm across your chest and the other above your head, tight to your body.
- Turn a quarter turn on your toes and stop straight.
- Do 10 each way, slowly.
Coaching point
Wrap tight, stay straight.
Safety: Use a mat or soft floor with space all around you. Stop if anything hurts.
Make it fun
Play it, don't drill it
Challenge
Pick a level: Less (slow), Core (steady), More (a quick, tight shape). Beat your own tightest shape.
Story
You are an acrobat shaping the air.
My best
Beat your own count
Beat your own tightest shape. Only your own number counts: today against last time.
Practice makes progress
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