Beginner Tips & Concepts
Here are a couple of concepts that will help you on your journey to becoming a yoyo pro. These are considered the fundamentals, and will help you troubleshoot some of the issues you might face as a beginner. Feel free to skip 'how to bind' if you are playing only with a responsive yoyo.
How to throw
Why won't my yoyo sleep?
Quick wind up
How to bind an unresponsive yoyo
Sting trick terminology
Correcting yoyo tilt / leaning
Another important concept to know is that of String Tension. Check out the String Theory page to learn about that, if you have not already done so.
What's Next?
Move on to the next page, choose from:
- Beginner Responsive yoyo tricks
- Beginner Unresponsive yoyo tricks