Classic moves

The Triangle

Similar to a handstand but it must be performed on a banister or chest of drawers, with the body perfectly straight and feet high up on a wall, so as to create the shape of a right-angled triangle.

1

Locate a rectangular elevated surface situated against a wall, such as a table or chest of drawers.

The Triangle step 1

2

Grasp the top of the surface, with both hands at either side of the narrow edge furthest from the supporting wall.

The Triangle step 2

3

Carefully climb up onto surface.

The Triangle step 3

4

Kneel down, raise posterior high into the air and position head over the edge of the surface.

The Triangle step 4

5

Transfer weight onto hands and place one foot onto wall.

The Triangle step 5

6

Place second foot alongside first and climb up wall until body is completely straight, thus forming a triangle.

The Triangle step 6

Notes

Novices should begin with a triangle formation at ground level before attempting elevated surfaces.