Bender Tunnel Training
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Section 01

Static Flying

Build control in the back-flying orientation, then connect stable movement to entries, exits, rolls, and transitions.

9

Lessons

01Neutral Back Fly PositionMaintain full control in a neutral back-flying position at a neutral wind speed, using heading and forward/backward corrections as needed to remain positioned in the tunnel.Prerequisite included1 video02Back Forward & BackwardMove forward and backward with correct upper- and lower-body inputs, stop between movements, and maintain altitude, stability, heading, and control.Prerequisite included1 video03Back Fly TurnsComplete controlled turns in both directions using balanced upper- and lower-body inputs, beginning and ending accurately on a predetermined heading.Prerequisite included1 video04Back Fly Up & DownMove up, stop, and move down in the air column without moving forward, backward, or changing heading.Prerequisite included1 video05Back Fly Side SlideShift sideways in both directions using balanced whole-body inputs, then stop on heading without gaining or losing altitude.Prerequisite included1 video06Back Fly Enter & ExitEnter into a neutral back-flying position and approach and exit the doorway safely, in control, at the correct altitude, and with minimal instructor assistance.Prerequisite included1 video07WalkingWalk safely at a neutral wind speed and stop movement in a controlled manner.Prerequisite included3 videos08Half Barrel RollsTransition between neutral belly and back positions while holding the original heading and altitude and avoiding unwanted drive toward the wall.Prerequisite included2 videos09Over the Feet TransitionsTransition over the feet from a neutral belly or back position to the opposite neutral position without excessive wall drive, heading change, or altitude change.Prerequisite included