Level 3 Two Man Stunts

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Jan 22, 2011
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Hello,
What is the legal way for level 3 to do extended one-legged stunts with two bases? I have heard mixed things so wanted to get clarification on this. Does one person have to be in the backspot position, or just have a hand on the ankle? Does it matter which base places the hand on the ankle? Couldn't find aynthing in the level 3 rules about this, so just wanted to be sure. Thanks!
Victoria
 
One person must be in a position (side or back), using correct grips, according to the Glossary Definition of a "spotter" in order to actually be considered the spotter.


Spotter:

A person whose primary responsibility is the protection of the head and shoulders area of a top person during the performance of a stunt/toss. The spotter must be positioned to the side or the back of the stunt/toss. Must be in direct contact with the performing surface.

Must be attentive to the skill being spotted. Spotter is required for each extended stunt. Must be in the proper position to prevent injuries and does not have to be in direct contact with the stunt. Cannot stand so that their torso is under a stunt. A spotter may grab the wrist(s) of the base(s), other parts of the base(s) arms, the top person(s) legs/ankles, or does not have to touch the stunt at all. The spotter may not have both hands under the sole of the top person’s foot/feet or under the hands of the bases. The spotter may have one hand under the foot as long as the other hand is placed either at the back wrist of a base or at the back side of the ankle of the top person. All “Spotters” must be your own team’s members and be trained in proper spotting techniques. Spotters may also be counted as a base in some cases (e.g. transitional stunts).
 
Hello,
What is the legal way for level 3 to do extended one-legged stunts with two bases? I have heard mixed things so wanted to get clarification on this. Does one person have to be in the backspot position, or just have a hand on the ankle? Does it matter which base places the hand on the ankle? Couldn't find aynthing in the level 3 rules about this, so just wanted to be sure. Thanks!
Victoria

Look at the glossary for the definition of spotter. One of the 2 people on the ground must meet that definition.
 
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