Frontstyle

Frontstyle is one of the basic categories of yo-yo tricks. All tricks start from a Front Throw, which means you throw the yo-yo in front of you rather than to the side. The vast majority of Frontstyle tricks start with the Split Bottom Mount, so we recommend learning this one first.

Recommended Tricks

A selection of 5 popular Frontstyle tricks that will help you practice precision, string control, and yo-yo control.

Split Bottom Mount

Mach 5

Barrel Rolls

Boing-E-Boing

Zipper

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How to Practice Frontstyle

Here are a few tips to make learning easier:

Master the Front Throw first – most tricks start from it.
Focus on precise mounts and clean string catches.
Practice slowly; speed will come naturally with time.
If the string gets tangled, straighten it out and start again.
Every new trick you learn will make the next ones easier.

Which Yo-Yo Should You Use for Frontstyle?

A responsive yo-yo that returns with a tug is ideal for Frontstyle tricks. Once you've mastered the basics and want to learn longer combinations, you can also switch to an unresponsive yo-yo, which returns with a Bind and allows for significantly longer spin times.