How to Perform Yo-Yo String Tricks

Learn a selection of intermediate string tricks to perform and impress friends. An introduction to intermediate yo-yo string tricks requires a player's concentration in honing their basic skills. The player can build upon fundamental skills to advance quicker and with less frustration.

Difficulty: Moderate

Instructions

1. Perfect a strong sleeper. Gain the ability to consistently spin the yo-yo in the sleeper position for several minutes at a time. If done correctly, the spin doesn't slow even when the string touches the center of the yo-yo.

2. Straighten the breakaway. Keep a straight, firm string when performing the breakaway. Land the center of a yo-yo in the sleep spin onto the string as part of an intermediate trick.

3. Practice keeping the string away from the side walls of a yo-yo in the sleep spin. Prevent slowing the sleep spin by keeping the string in the dead center of the yo-yo while maneuvering to perform tricks.

4. Select one intermediate level trick to learn. Watch a demonstration and practice at least an hour per day, for a week.

5. Learn a few tricks to perform. Increase the learning pace up to two tricks per week.

Tips & Warnings

• Master the ability to control tension in the string and relax the hand for yo-yo tricks.