Flare Trainer

It can work for windmills also, untested for Airflares. See it in action then wait for me to produce them or make your own.

 

Flare Trainer Background

My flares were in the opposite direction of my other power moves, so I had to learn how to do them the other direction. I made a trainer that would hold each foot independently. When I tested it at a gymnastics place they informed me a flare trainer already exists. You can buy one from Carolina Gym Supply its called Thomas Flare Appliance and its $275. I plan on selling them for $160, in the meantime you can build your own.

Method 1:

A bar, some rope, pulleys and a place to hang it from is all you need.

Spreader Bar - To keep it the rope from getting tangled.

Eye Hook Swivel - This goes on top of the spreader bar.

Eye Hook Pulley - You need two of these at the ends of the spreader bar. All sorts of different pulleys can be used in terms of sizes and brands and www.WestMarine.com has a good selection. They are called blocks in the sailing world.

Harken 40mm Carbo Ratchet Block

 

Foot Straps - Another challenge is getting your feet attached to the ropes. I used Husky HangAlls, from Home Depot.

Husky HangAlls Used as a Foot Strap

Rope - Nothing fancy, if it doesnt break its good.

Flare Trainer Prototype Up Close

 

Method 2 (From MannaWeb.net)

Photo from ( mannaweb.net )

More instructions on how to build one. Details available at his website.

 

 

Air Flare Trainer

This isnt my video, I built one but couldnt get it to work right. Its a bicycle tire innertube, rope and a swivel.

Still Have Questions?

I am not the best at explaining stuff so if this contraption is confusing to build email me and I'll update this page. Share any tips and videos of your flare trainer so we can all benefit.

-Breakdancing Ninja