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These are the world's most user-tested juggling directions, taking readers from the absolute beginning (Step One: The Drop) all the way to Five-Object Juggling. The instructions are friendly, humorous and so understandable they set a still-current industry standard for anyone-can-do-it clarity. With re-styled juggling cubes and storage bag
Chapter 1: The Basics
* Key Concept: Getting comfortable with a single ball
* Real Example: Practice tossing a ball from one hand to the other, gradually increasing the height and distance.
Chapter 2: The Two-Ball Cascade
* Key Concept: Throwing two balls in an alternating pattern
* Real Example: Hold one ball in each hand, toss one ball up as the other comes down, forming a continuous loop.
Chapter 3: The Three-Ball Cascade
* Key Concept: Adding a third ball to the two-ball cascade
* Real Example: Practice the two-ball cascade, then add a third ball, alternating the throws: Right-Middle-Left-Right-Middle-Left.
Chapter 4: The Thumb Throw
* Key Concept: A technique to throw balls accurately and consistently
* Real Example: Hold a ball in the palm of your dominant hand, between your thumb and fingers. Push the ball out with your thumb to create a sharp, accurate throw.
Chapter 5: The Shower
* Key Concept: Juggling three balls in a vertical pattern
* Real Example: Throw one ball high into the air, followed by the second and third balls at medium height. Catch the balls in reverse order, with the lowest ball first.
Chapter 6: The Mill's Mess
* Key Concept: Juggling four or more balls using a circular pattern
* Real Example: Start with three balls in a cascade. Add a fourth ball by throwing it in front of the rightmost ball and catching it after the leftmost ball. Gradually increase the number of balls.
Chapter 7: The 5-Ball Cascade
* Key Concept: Juggling five balls in an alternating pattern
* Real Example: Practice the four-ball Mill's Mess. Add a fifth ball by throwing it in between the second and third balls, alternating the throws.
Chapter 8: The Back Cross
* Key Concept: A technique to cross balls behind the body
* Real Example: Hold two balls in your left hand, one in your right. Throw the right ball over your right shoulder. Catch it with your left hand and continue juggling.
Chapter 9: The Head Stall
* Key Concept: Bouncing a ball off your head
* Real Example: Toss a ball high into the air. As it reaches the apex, nod your head forward to meet the ball. The ball will bounce off your forehead and into your waiting hands.
Chapter 10: The Elbow Stall
* Key Concept: Balancing a ball on your elbow
* Real Example: Hold a ball in your dominant hand and place your elbow on a table. Gently roll the ball onto your elbow, keeping it balanced as you move your arm in a circular motion.
