: A, compact, layered pose where limbs are tightly intertwined.
: Performed from a kneeling position, the contortionist sits on their feet and bends backward until their head touches their tailbone. Frontbending & Splits Poses
: An extreme backbend—often done in a handstand or chest stand—where the top of the head touches the performer's buttocks. contortionist-poses-names
: A standard bridge (backbend) where the performer reaches back to grab their own ankles, requiring intense shoulder and spinal flexibility.
: A highly advanced variation of the chest stand where the knees lower to the floor, creating three distinct layers: the chest, thighs, and shins. : A, compact, layered pose where limbs are
: Splits exceeding 180 degrees, often utilizing blocks for elevation. Specialized & Famous Poses
: A signature act involving a headsit while suspended by a mouthpiece. : A standard bridge (backbend) where the performer
: A deep, forward-bending pose with legs positioned behind the shoulders.