Throne is a seated pose where the flyer sits upright on the base’s feet. It’s often one of the first poses where flyers experience the joy of balancing independently without hand support.
Description
The flyer sits on the base’s feet in a stable, upright position. The base’s feet support the flyer’s seat bones while the flyer maintains balance through core engagement.
Prerequisites
Comfort with Bird pose Core stability Hip flexibility for comfortable sitting
Step-by-Step Instructions
For the Base:
Lie on your back with legs raised
Bend knees to bring feet toward your hips
Turn feet so toes point outward (duck-footed)
Place heels on flyer’s seat bones
Slowly extend legs, keeping flyer centered
For the Flyer
Stand in front of base’s feet
Sit back onto base’s heels (like sitting in a chair)
Place seat bones on base’s heels
Engage core and sit tall
Release hands when balanced
Tips for Success
Bases: the flyer’s weight should be on your heels, not toes Flyers: sit tall like there’s a string pulling your head up Use a spotter until the pose is stable Start with hands connected before free balancing