How to Play Myachi

How to Play Myachi: 8 steps (with video) - wikiHow/**/

the how to manual that you can edit

Sign Up or Log In or Log In via | Help HomeArticlesCommunityMy Profile Messages: You have a new Talk Page message Edit Home / Categories / Hobbies and Crafts / Games / Backyard Games / Bag and Sack GamesHow to Play Myachi originated by:CrazyIvan, Writelf, Flickety, Eric (see all)

Article Edit Discuss View HistoryTweet The Blue Dragon, a favorite Myachi for collectors

Myachi (mee-ah-chee) is skill toy that combines the fluid motions of martial arts with the old-school fun of footbag by utilizing every part of the body except the palm of the hands; this exception provides for a lot of the fun! There are thousands of tricks to master and dozens of games you can play.

edit Steps1Choose the right Myachi for you. Myachis come in a variety of different fabrics, with some fabrics being a bit easier for beginners than others. Most beginners prefer a corduroy or micro-suede material when they first start, as these fabrics break in (soften up) quickly and have excellent grip.Check that you have some finger knugz as well. These little fabric bands come with most Myachis and are intended to slip onto your fingers. They improve your grip and provide traction for the Myachi.2Break in your Myachi. You can jam with a Myachi right away, but it will be a bit stiff when it comes out of the package. To counteract that, rub the Myachi in your hands or twist it vigorously for a few minutes.Many dedicated Myachi players break in their new sacks by wetting them or washing them with hand soap. Read Break in a hacky sack or a Myachi for more details.3Learn the basic back handed catch. The only rule in Myachi is "No Palms Allowed", so nearly every part of the body will be used, but most often, you'll be catching on the back of your hand. Start by simply tossing the sack from one backhand to the other.Maintain the proper hand position the whole time. Keep your fingers spread with about an inch (2.5cm) of space between each finger and, most importantly, keep your thumb up. This will broaden your hand and give you more surface area on which to catch the Myachi.Remember to give with it, absorbing the Myachi instead of hitting or batting it. Aim for a light catch on the back of the hand.4Learn some basic tricks. It's a good idea to use videos to teach you the basic Myachi tricks because written instructions are not as clear as visual demonstrations. Do a search on YouTube for the official Myachi channel,[1] or check out videos made by Myachi enthusiasts.Read Jam and Play With a Myachi for a start.Learn the "360". This is the one of the most basic tricks with the Myachi. Start with a single rotation, then add a second rotation. Once you're confident, try a third rotation.Learn the "Cold Fusion". Keep practicing until you have the feel for the timing that is essential to getting Cold Fusion right.Try the "Under the Leg". This move is more advanced and you'll need to be both flexible and good at judging the leg space or the Myachi risks hitting the underside of your leg.Keep learning new moves, including the "Halfpipe", the "Behind the Back", the "Trampoline", the "Daredevil", and the "Flying Clipper".5Practice often. The beauty of Myachi is that it can be played almost anywhere because it takes very little room. This means you can practice with your Myachi when you're in a waiting room, in your bedroom, standing in line, watching TV, or waiting for your turn on the XBox. Continue to practice moves even after you've learned them, to increase your speed and consistency.6Push yourself. Try to learn harder variations of the tricks you've already mastered. For example, if you've perfected the 360, it's time to start working on the 720.7Practice transitions and combos. Myachi tricks are fun, but a full-on shred with a number of tricks is a thing of beauty. To shred like the pros, you'll need to learn to combine your tricks together and move from one to another fluidly and that only comes with practice. Try practicing a series of five or six moves in the same order until you can flow between them.8Get creative! Half the fun of the game is that you can create your own tricks and combos. Just remember the only rule that applies is "No Palms Allowed".Teach your friends. Like most games, Myachi is more fun when you play with someone.

edit Video

This is a video of Myachi maniac Mantis playing Myachi in different parts of Times Square.

 edit TipsSeek advice from the experts. The web is filled with myachi forums and newsgroups, so search around a bit.Perservere! Remember that dropping is a sign of learning. Don't let the tougher tricks discourage you; keep trying until you master it.Learn the tricks in a logical order. You're going to have a lot of trouble learning an Instep 360 if you haven't already mastered an Instep Stall, a Toe 360 and a Gui, so if a trick is driving you nuts, pull back and learn each trick one piece at a time.If you end up pinching the Myachi between your fingers, move it to the back of your hand as smoothly as possible.

edit WarningsMyachi can be addictive.Some of the tricks might challenge your balance or flexibility. Use your own best judgement when trying a trick for the first time.

edit Things You'll NeedMyachiFinger Knugz (optional)

edit Related wikiHowsHow to Break in a Hacky Sack or a MyachiHow to Jam With the MyachiHow to Play Hacky SackHow to Play Hacky Sack in a GroupHow to Toe Stall a Foot Bag

edit Sources and Citations^ The Myachi Channel is found at: http://www.youtube.com/user/MyachiArticles for You to WriteHere is a list of suggested articles that have not yet been written. You can help by researching and writing one of these articles. To get started writing one of these articles, click on the red link of a title below.

How to Paint a Fabric BannerHow to Make a Balloon FlowerHow to Make a Bow Twist Body for Balloon Animals and CharactersHow to Make a Salt PaintingHow to Keep a Scrapbook of Your Favorite Books Article Info Featured Article

Last edited:
November 1, 2010 by Cam4Yeah

Categories:
Featured Articles | Bag and Sack Games

Recent edits by: Eric, Flickety, Writelf (see all)

Article Tools Share this Article: Tweet
Discuss PrintEmailWatch Edit Send fan mail to authors + Embed this: Republish this entire article on your blog or website.

Thanks to all authors for creating a page that has been read 751 times.

Was this article accurate?

YesNo

Write An Article Random Article Related wikiHowsBreak in a Hacky Sack or a MyachiJam With the MyachiPlay Hacky SackPlay Hacky Sack in a Group Featured ArticlesUse Your Old Jack O LanternCook for CatsAsk for a Pay RaiseDeal With Psychic Vampires Recent Changes Want to join in?

Meet a Community Member

Meet Wingrider, who joined wikiHow in 2008. You'll often find him helping to make wikiHow's newest articles the best they can be.

Join The Community

- collapse Things to Do Write an Article Edit this Article Request a New Article Answer a RequestLogin for more! + expand Places to Visit Recent Changes ForumsCommunity Portal Follow Us On...
the how to manual that you can edit

Home About wikiHow Help Terms of Use RSS Site map
Explore Categories Arts and Entertainment Cars and Other Vehicles Computers and Electronics Education and Communications Family Life Finance and Business Food and Entertaining Health Hobbies and Crafts Holidays and Traditions Home and Garden Other Personal Care and Style Pets and Animals Philosophy and Religion Relationships Sports and Fitness Travel wikiHow Work World Youth wikiHow is a carbon neutral website

All text shared under a Creative Commons License.

Powered by Mediawiki.

COMSCORE.beacon({ c1:2, c2:8003466, c3:"", c4:"", c5:"", c6:"", c15:"" }); li#pt-openidlogin { background: url(/extensions/OpenID/skin/icons/openid-inputicon.png) top left no-repeat; padding-left: 20px; text-transform: none;}