How to Teach Cartwheels

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Find an open area with high ceilings.

   Make sure you give the person you are teaching lots of space to jump and tumble around.
   
   Place an exercise mat or a yoga mat on the ground., Try to use a wide cushion that can lay flat on the ground.
   
   You can also use a gymnastic mat, which you can buy at sporting goods stores.
   
   Go for a gym mat that is long and at least 6 inches wide. , Stand or squat across from her so you can guide her through the exercise. , Her hands should be sideways, perpendicular to her hips.
   
   Instruct her to then place weight into her hands and bend her elbows. , Notice which direction she placed her hands as she hopped over.
   
   If she pointed her fingers to the right, she is likely a right-footed cartwheeler.
   
   If she pointed her fingers to the left, she is likely a left-footed cartwheeler.
   
   This will help you to determine which foot she should lead with in her cartwheel. , You can move the cushion so one side is against a wall.
   
   This may make it easier for her to feel comfortable cartwheeling over the cushion if she can lean against a wall.
   
   Make sure she leads with her right foot as she tries to cartwheel over the cushion.
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   Step 2: Place a couch cushion on the mat.

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   Step 3: Have them stand on one side of the cushion.

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   Step 4: Place her hands flat on the cushion.

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   Step 5: Tell her to hop over to the other side of the cushion.

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   Step 6: Have her practice going over the cushion.

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