Classic moves

Elevated Carpet Crab

The Carpet Crab manoeuvre elevated from the floor via an elevated surface/object such as a chair.

1

Find a conventional armchair and stand in front of it, with your back to the chair.

Elevated Carpet Crab step 1

2

Climb onto chair.

Elevated Carpet Crab step 2

3

Lean down, putting arms between legs, bending knees and placing hands on armrests.

Elevated Carpet Crab step 3

4

Bend forwards and hook knees over elbows.

Elevated Carpet Crab step 4

5

Balance weight of legs on upper arms and rock slowly backwards, raising feet from chair. When balanced, hold position.

Elevated Carpet Crab step 5

Notes

Beginners should place some pillows on the floor in front of chair to cushion potential falls. The more advanced and flexible can make the move more aesthetically pleasing by bringing soles of feet together in a praying position in the final move.