Bender Tunnel Training
02.05Static Flying

Back Fly Side Slide

Shift sideways in both directions using balanced whole-body inputs, then stop on heading without gaining or losing altitude.

Prerequisite: Back-fly up and down movement.

Desired outcome: Shift sideways in both directions using balanced whole-body inputs, then stop on heading without gaining or losing altitude.

Key points:

  • Begin in neutral at the center or one side of the tunnel.
  • Combine upper- and lower-body inputs to deflect airflow evenly to one side.
  • Adjust the balance of each input to maintain heading and apply the opposite input to stop.
  • For faster slides, add torso and hip pitch and begin the stopping input earlier.

Coaching and safety: Establish the direction, travel limit, and stop point before starting. Increase speed only after accurate heading and altitude control are consistent.