How to Do a Rainbow Kick in Soccer
Although not necessarily a practical move during a game, the rainbow is a fancy way to begin juggling. It's a move sure to impress your friends.
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Instructions
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Stand directly over the ball.
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Place your left heel on the front of the ball, and keep your foot on the ground.
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Position the top of your right foot on the back of the ball so that just your toes are touching the ground.
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Roll the ball 2 to 3 inches up your left heel with your right foot.
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Lean forward so all your weight is on your left foot.
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Flick your left heel up quickly with force as you lean forward. Your momentum and the heel flick sends the ball over the back of your head so that it lands in front of you, hence the "rainbow kick."
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Take a step forward to regain control of the ball.
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Tips & Warnings
Repetition makes this move possible. You have to get a feel for how high you need to roll the ball up your heel.
Flick your heel with force. When you initiate contact with power, the ball is more likely to go up and over you.
Avoid the temptation to practice the rainbow kick inside. It's somewhat of an erratic maneuver.
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Comments
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deepesh7
Jul 15, 2009
I tried many times but it won't go over my head!! Could anybody tell me where the most useful video is !! but, i won't give up as u all said i will keep trying! -
Aug 15, 2006
When you're about to do a rainbow, it's a lot easier to roll the ball first, then continue with the skill.
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Aug 15, 2006
When you're about to do a rainbow, it's a lot easier to roll the ball first, then continue with the skill.
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Aug 08, 2006
When doing the rainbow, make sure you lean forward and put weight on your foot in front of the ball. This will help it to go over. If it doesnt work the first couple of times, keep practicing because thats the key.
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Aug 08, 2006
I could not do the rainbow for a long time, and I never thought I would be able to do it, but I decided to practice whenever I had free time. After about a week, I could do it. Don't get discouraged you can do it!
