Jiggies behind the back

This poi lesson focuses on drilling a behind-the-back jiggy while keeping the shoulders and arms relaxed. Nick Woolsey uses a simple flexibility check to separate mobility limits from technique issues, then cues you to generate the jiggy mainly with small finger-driven motion rather than big arm swings.

You’ll also explore a practical modification by shifting the hand position wider behind the body if centreline placement feels strained, while still maintaining the behind-the-back pathway. The goal is comfort, efficient mechanics, and gradually reducing the flexibility demand as your jiggy control improves.