Ninja Kick (Kick Transition / Ninja Flip Variation)

Level: Intermediate / Advanced

Description

A sharp, dynamic kick performed while transitioning around the pole, often from an inverted or semi-inverted position. The movement mimics a martial-arts "ninja" kick, adding dramatic flair.

Muscles Used

• Hip flexors
• Glutes
• Core
• Hamstrings

Typical Use

• Exotic power-flow
• Dynamic pole tricks
• Transitioning out of inverted positions

Common Mistakes

• Kicking with momentum instead of control
• Poor shoulder engagement
• Losing the line of the free leg

Safety Notes

Warm up hip flexors thoroughly; avoid snapping the leg.

Variations

• Ninja kick to split
• Ninja kick to drop
• Slow ninja (controlled version)

Anecdotes / Trivia

A hallmark move in Russian Exotic power choreography.