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?

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  • Beginner Responsive yoyo tricks
  • Beginner Unresponsive yoyo tricks