{"id":16952,"date":"2015-06-09T23:00:00","date_gmt":"2015-06-09T23:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/skydivemag.com\/new\/?p=16952"},"modified":"2020-05-05T09:22:27","modified_gmt":"2020-05-05T09:22:27","slug":"2015-06-10-working-with-your-clone-piece-partner","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.skydivemag.com\/new\/2015-06-10-working-with-your-clone-piece-partner\/","title":{"rendered":"Working with your Clone &#038; Piece Partner"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><!-- Cookie G4 Leaderboard [async] --><br \/>\n<script type=\"text\/javascript\">if (!window.AdButler){(function(){var s = document.createElement(\"script\"); s.async = true; s.type = \"text\/javascript\";s.src = 'https:\/\/servedbyadbutler.com\/app.js';var n = document.getElementsByTagName(\"script\")[0]; n.parentNode.insertBefore(s, n);}());}<\/script><br \/>\n<script type=\"text\/javascript\">\nvar AdButler = AdButler || {}; AdButler.ads = AdButler.ads || [];\nvar abkw = window.abkw || '';\nvar plc371005 = window.plc371005 || 0;\ndocument.write('<'+'div id=\"placement_371005_'+plc371005+'\"><\/'+'div>');\nAdButler.ads.push({handler: function(opt){ AdButler.register(175942, 371005, [860,106], 'placement_371005_'+opt.place, opt); }, opt: { place: plc371005++, keywords: abkw, domain: 'servedbyadbutler.com', click:'CLICK_MACRO_PLACEHOLDER' }});\n<\/script><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.skydivemag.com\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/\/1c66d696-7ea9-42c1-b2a3-b246183929ac.jpeg\" alt=\"Donut - 540 - donut needs aggressive cross referencing to be successful\" width=\"860\" height=\"548\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Working with your Teammates<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">8-way skydiving can be compared to a complicated dance routine. Every flyer spends most of his time looking through the center at his opposite (clone) and making shapes together \u2013 whilst at the same time spinning pieces with his partner, whom he will never look at but must fly with as one unit.<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It&#8217;s vital to work together (not fight each other), and to trust your piece partner to do his move correctly. The moves become most efficient if each person only does his job, and shuts down when it is time for the other one to input. Much of block technique is about making the shortest distance for the desired positioning, for example spinning a 2-way piece 360 degrees may be effectively shortened by the individuals moving in straight lines. Equal balance of power between piece partners is important.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.skydivemag.com\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/\/ce69dc5b-c0db-4a29-8cd9-d12800ab5b9f.jpeg\" alt=\"Everyone's eyes are on their clones to keep the formation's shape and integrity\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Working with your Piece Partner<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As in any relationship, communication and trust between piece partners is paramount. &nbsp;Each person should be openminded to suggestions and constructive criticism from the other. &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Communication<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Both verbal and non-verbal communication should be practiced with your piece partner. &nbsp;Verbal communication takes place during the planning and preparation phase before each jump. &nbsp;Talk about any issues that arise during a dirt-dive or creeping session. &nbsp;Clearly communicating potential problems with each other prior to the jump will prevent frustration and save time during debrief discussing an avoidable mistake. &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-pullquote\"><blockquote><p>Deliver criticism with a direct but emotionally even demeanor, and offer solutions when possible<\/p><\/blockquote><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As your relationship evolves, you&#8217;ll notice that non-verbal communication will become more and more prevalent. &nbsp;The simple act of squeezing a grip tighter than usual can be enough to communicate to your out-facing piece partner that there has been a problem in the formation and indicates the tempo of the jump will be interrupted. &nbsp;Another example is direct positioning. &nbsp;Direct positioning is the act of physically positioning your piece partner to the correct heading or location. &nbsp;Use this technique sparingly, only&nbsp;if the problem has persisted for a couple of pages of the dive flow,&nbsp;as it has the potential to create additional problems. &nbsp;However, If you&#8217;re both situationally aware, this method can be very effective. Be sure to discuss using these techniques prior to jumping. &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Practicing&nbsp;these and other types of verbal and non verbal communication with your piece partner will result in a rewarding and synergistic relationship.<\/p>\n\n\n<p><!-- Sun Path Odyssey Large Leaderboard [async] --><br \/>\n<script type=\"text\/javascript\">if (!window.AdButler){(function(){var s = document.createElement(\"script\"); s.async = true; s.type = \"text\/javascript\";s.src = 'https:\/\/servedbyadbutler.com\/app.js';var n = document.getElementsByTagName(\"script\")[0]; n.parentNode.insertBefore(s, n);}());}<\/script><br \/>\n<script type=\"text\/javascript\">\nvar AdButler = AdButler || {}; AdButler.ads = AdButler.ads || [];\nvar abkw = window.abkw || '';\nvar plc356875 = window.plc356875 || 0;\ndocument.write('<'+'div id=\"placement_356875_'+plc356875+'\"><\/'+'div>');\nAdButler.ads.push({handler: function(opt){ AdButler.register(175942, 356875, [860,248], 'placement_356875_'+opt.place, opt); 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&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.skydivemag.com\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/\/26ffe71d-f222-41da-82c1-395c7c0a5d3f.jpeg\" alt=\"Everyone focusses on set-up with his clone to keep these two 4-way formations tight\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Cross referencing and working with your Clone<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The importance of cross referencing and communicating with your clone (cross partner, your mirror image) cannot be over emphasized. &nbsp;It is especially important for the center four flyers in 8-way FS. &nbsp;Generally, center flyers provide the foundation and help maintain formation integrity. &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-pullquote\"><blockquote><p>Only once sufficient set-up has been achieved should you then start executing your grip plan<\/p><\/blockquote><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Prioritizing fall rate and set up\/cross referencing with your clone is key to team success. &nbsp;Only once sufficient set-up has been achieved should you then start executing your grip plan. &nbsp;It is common for beginner and intermediate jumpers to prioritize grips first. &nbsp;During these early stages of development, the process of setting up and cross referencing with your clone before taking grips will seem to take more time. &nbsp;&#8220;Take a second to save three,&#8221; is a mantra we use when reminding ourselves to practice this discipline.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With repetition, this process will become more efficient and the center will be more consistent which will breed team confidence and yield higher scores. &nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.skydivemag.com\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/\/0ede58ed-bad2-48f8-a8ca-3583a4760ae0.jpeg\" alt=\"All eyes are on their clones, the only way to fly at full speed successfully\"\/><figcaption>Golden Knights over Dubai, photo by Bruno Brokken<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><em>Photos&nbsp;show the World Champion <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/gk8way\"><em>Golden Knights 8-way team<\/em><\/a><\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/gk8way\"><em>&nbsp;<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">8-way Series<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>This is the first in a series of five articles about 8-way, by multiple World Champion Matt Davidson. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Next article:  <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skydivemag.com\/new\/2016-07-31-controlling-your-breathing\/\">Controlling your Breathing<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"sfsi_plus_widget sfsi_plus_shortcode_container\"><div id=\"sfsi_plus_wDiv\"><\/div><div class=\"sfsiplus_norm_row sfsi_plus_wDiv\"  style=\"width:260px;text-align:left;position:absolute;\"><div style='width:60px;height:auto;margin-left:2.5px;margin-right:2.5px;margin-bottom:25px;transform: none !important;' class='sfsi_premium_wicons shuffeldiv sfsi_premium_tooltip_align_automatic ' ><div style='line-height:0;' class='sfsiplus_inerCnt' data-othericoneffect=''><a class=' sficn  sciconfront ' data-effect=''   href='https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/sharer\/sharer.php?u=https:\/\/www.skydivemag.com\/new\/2015-06-10-working-with-your-clone-piece-partner\/'  style='opacity:1;height: 60px;width: 60px;' ><img nopin=nopin alt='' title='' src='https:\/\/www.skydivemag.com\/new\/wp-content\/plugins\/Ultimate-Premium-Plugin\/images\/icons_theme\/chrome_grey\/chrome_grey_fb.png' height='60' width='60' style='' class='sfcm sfsi_premium_wicon' data-effect='' \/><\/a><\/div><\/div><div style='width:60px;height:auto;margin-left:2.5px;margin-right:2.5px;margin-bottom:25px;transform: none !important;' class='sfsi_premium_wicons shuffeldiv sfsi_premium_tooltip_align_automatic ' ><div style='line-height:0;' class='sfsiplus_inerCnt' data-othericoneffect=''><a class=' sficn  sciconfront '  data-effect='' href='https:\/\/x.com\/intent\/post?text=Skydivemag+https%3A%2F%2Fwww.skydivemag.com%2Fnew%2F2015-06-10-working-with-your-clone-piece-partner%2F+%23goodread+%40skydivemag&url='  style='opacity:1;height: 60px;width: 60px;'   ><img nopin=nopin alt='' title='' src='https:\/\/www.skydivemag.com\/new\/wp-content\/plugins\/Ultimate-Premium-Plugin\/images\/icons_theme\/chrome_grey\/chrome_grey_twitter.png' height='60' width='60' style='' class='sfcm sfsi_premium_wicon sfsi_premium_twitter_icon' data-effect='' \/><\/a><\/div><\/div><div style='width:60px;height:auto;margin-left:2.5px;margin-right:2.5px;margin-bottom:25px;transform: none !important;' class='sfsi_premium_wicons shuffeldiv sfsi_premium_tooltip_align_automatic ' ><div style='line-height:0;' class='sfsiplus_inerCnt' data-othericoneffect=''><a class=' sficn  sciconfront '  data-effect='' href='https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/skydivemag\/'  style='opacity:1;height: 60px;width: 60px;'   ><img nopin=nopin alt='Visit Us' title='Visit Us' src='https:\/\/www.skydivemag.com\/new\/wp-content\/plugins\/Ultimate-Premium-Plugin\/images\/icons_theme\/chrome_grey\/chrome_grey_instagram.png' height='60' width='60' style='' class='sfcm sfsi_premium_wicon sfsi_premium_instagram_icon' data-effect='' \/><\/a><\/div><\/div><div style='width:60px;height:auto;margin-left:2.5px;margin-right:2.5px;margin-bottom:25px;transform: none !important;' class='sfsi_premium_wicons shuffeldiv sfsi_premium_tooltip_align_automatic ' ><div style='line-height:0;' class='sfsiplus_inerCnt' data-othericoneffect=''><a class=' sficn  sciconfront '  data-effect='' href=''  style='opacity:1;height: 60px;width: 60px;'   ><img nopin=nopin alt='' title='' src='https:\/\/www.skydivemag.com\/new\/wp-content\/plugins\/Ultimate-Premium-Plugin\/images\/icons_theme\/chrome_grey\/chrome_grey_fbmessenger.png' height='60' width='60' style='' class='sfcm sfsi_premium_wicon sfsi_premium_fbmessenger_icon' data-effect='' \/><\/a><div id=\"sfsiplusid_fbmessenger\" class=\"sfsi_plus_tool_tip_2 sfsi_premium_tooltip_automatic sfsi_plus_fbmessenger_tool_bdr sfsi_plus_Tlleft\" style=\"display:block;background:#FFF; 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