Basics / LESSON 01

Grip, timing & direction

Find the balance point, free up your grip, then learn the four relationships that organize double staff spinning.

Schematic motion. Body proportions and finger contact are approximate; compare with the source. One cycle = 6 seconds at 1×.

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Steps

A centered pinch, with room to open the hand.

Before you begin

Grip: Hold the balance mark between thumb and index finger. Let the other fingers relax.
Stance: Start standing comfortably with room for each end of both staves. The stance shown in the guide is a neutral practice suggestion.
Plane: Start in front of your body. Track the same marked end on each staff.

Things to notice

Double staffs have two ends. Track the thumb end consistently or a half-turn can look deceptively identical.
The source verbally slips on some timing names; the definitions here use the demonstrated meeting points.