Charlie's 9-Square Theory for Poi #4: Poly-Timing Continued, Phase-Rotation and 8 Step CAP Theory Video

The 9-square theory is something I've been developing for the past few years. It is an imaginary-geometric framework I use to help add structure and consistency to all elements of my spinning technique. These elements include, but are not limited to: Direction, timing, plane, driving style, body movement, flow, teaching techniques, determination of poi-length, etc...
As I mention in the video, this is a public invitation to discuss and collaborate! But I ask that any constructive criticism on the blog itself (AKA: not tech or spin related) be sent to me privately so that we may keep the unwieldy discussion board on youtube on-topic.
This is still very much in the beta version, I still have a very difficult time explaining some of the concepts, so please be sure to ask me to specify/post additional vids if necessary.

Many thanks to Annie Guest who has been helping me tirelessly to produce the videos for everyone. This would not be possible without her generosity, her 98' VW Jetta, Canon G10, dining room, and infinite patience... THANKS!!!

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RexSempai: I'll take this opportunity to say that I am absolutely inspired beyond useful comprehension by your thorough analysis of this theory and also by your cool, casual, and presumably perfect technique when doing so (ie: smooth). I just thought that I would like to comment on the use of CAPs, almost always seen done at the sides, also used in the lower and upper areas as well.

RexSempai: In videos or in person, I have very rarely (never?) seen CAPs executed in the lower/upper areas, compared to at the sides. Do you think this might be due to a lack of exposure to that particular movement combination, aesthetic reasons, or because of the level of difficulty? Do you have any advice for those trying to learn how to do a CAP in butterfly configuration with arms initially crossed, as you do at ~8:15?

charlicopter: Thanks for the kind words Rex. Um... The vertical CAPs are a tricky one... Really when you get right down to it: If you can do horizontal CAPs then you can do them vertically as well. The tricky thing is learning how to cross and uncross your arms. I highly recommend starting with same direction arm movements; winding till your arms are crossed, then unwinding and rewinding the other way. Having the ability to execute patterns by crossing your arms is very important to me. Tutorial vid maybe?

Zeradin: Whoa.

Author: charlicopter; Uploaded: Nov 4, 2009; Duration: 9:56; Views: 199

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