Step Around
Also known as: Pole Walk
What is the Step Around?
The step around is a move in which you walk around the pole with a light grip, without lifting your feet off the floor. It is the first move that teaches how to combine grip with movement, and it serves as a natural transition between many other moves.
How to do the Step Around
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Stand beside the pole and grip it with one hand at shoulder height.
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Step gently around the pole while keeping a light contact with your hand.
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Keep your back straight and your gaze forward as you walk.
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Switch your gripping hand if the direction calls for it.
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Slow your pace as you approach the end of the circle around the pole.
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Stop in a stable stance as the move ends.
Common Mistakes
- Gripping too strongly, which disrupts smooth movement.
- Steps that are too large, which hurt your balance.
- A gaze that drops to your feet instead of staying forward.
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