Other types of Comedy Dives

Falling leaf dive-A slow walking approach to about a half body length from end of board. Lean backward slightly, allow knees to bend forward, let knees sag to board, arch back and do a “chest roll” (turn face to one side), grasping sides of board with hands, so that enough push can be given to get body and legs around and over the head and off end of board. For persons not familiar with this common “acrobatic” stunt, it is suggested that they try it on soft ground, sand, or a tumbling mat several times before attempting it on the board.

Forward roll dive-Performed the same as on land, with roll being completed in a standing position on end of board, and following with any other dive off the end. A common variation is that in which the initial roll is completed in a squat and/or tuck position at end of board-a slight push, and continue the roll in same position. (The latter dive has also been called the Rolling Stone.)

Half jackknife dive-Regular approach, hurdle, etc. Bend forward and grasp one leg at ankle with both hands. Hold this position throughout dive, including entry.

Side board dive-Regular approach, and hurdle slightly to one side so that only one foot strikes board at end of hurdle. The other foot is well off to the side and below board. The body is well off balance and falls off board sideward.

“Very high” dive-Regular approach, a very high hurdle which takes the diver just beyond end of board during downward flight of body. At highest point of hurdle stiffen body and legs, hook feet, and descend in an awkward position for feetfirst entry. (Sometimes called the Missed Board Dive.)

Swan splash dive-One of the most common comedy dives, in which the diver executes a regular swan or front dive with head held back and body arched in flight. Entry, of course, is flat over on chest and stomach.

Half-gainer splash dive-Actually the dive is completed with a splash in between a half and full gainer.

Toe or heel dive-Hang by toes or heels from end of board momentarily before dropping into water. (Better suited to a high board.)

Banana peel dive-Top surface of board or covering mat must be thoroughly wetted down to make it slippery. Make about a 2- or 3-step approach from back end of board, then slide the rest of the way on heel of one foot and toes and balls of other foot. This slide can be done right off end of board, or diver may stop the slide about a foot from end of board and make a complete twist turn or pirouette on the end before a casual or unconcerned “fall-off.”

Swinging chandelier dive-Hang by hands at end of board, facing board. Start to swing body as on a horizontal bar. At high point of backward swing, let go and drop into a headfirst entry, or tuck body for a cannon-ball entry, or come around farther and straighten body for a back-splash entry. (Best done on a high board.)

Broken back jackknife dive-Starting position is same as for regular standing back jackknife dive. Take spring, but not as far backward or as high as in the regular dive. With arms straight, allow hands to come down on boards, legs spread apart. Push off board and allow body to fall into a back-splash entry with arms and legs extended toward ceiling or sky and chin tucked on chest.

Jump rope dive-Hold a piece of rope long enough for jumping or skipping. Make a feminine skipping approach, holding an end of rope in each hand. Take a high hurdle and spring. Rotate or turn rope around body as many times as possible before entry.

Broken spring dive-Use regular approach and high hurdle (exaggerate arm-lifting motion) . As soon as feet hit board, sink down to a deep knee bend or squat position, knees wide apart, and tip forward, hands in the “prayer” position. Make a grotesque, headfirst entry.

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