Understanding Chinese Yoyo Games
Chinese yoyo, also known as Diabolo, is a traditional toy that originated from China. It consists of two small cups connected by a short axle, with a string tied to each cup’s end, which is held in your hands to manipulate the cups. There are various games you can play with Chinese yoyos, and they range from individual games to team games. In this article, we’ll look at some popular Chinese yoyo games to play.
Ying Yang
Also known as the Chinese yoyo volleyball game, Ying Yang is a team game. Two teams face each other, and each team has three players. The game objective is to keep the Chinese yoyo spinning in the air above the net and pass it to your teammates using only the Chinese yoyo. You score a point each time you successfully pass the Chinese yoyo above the net, and the first team to reach 21 points wins.
Scissors
Scissors is another popular Chinese yoyo game that can be played individually or in a team. The game objective is to cut the opponent’s Chinese yoyo’s string while protecting yours. If you succeed in cutting your opponent’s string, you earn a point, and the first person/team to reach a specific number of points wins.
Freestyle
Freestyle is an individual game that involves performing tricks and maneuvers with the Chinese yoyo. Players are given a set amount of time to show off their skills, and the winner is selected based on the complexity and creativity of their routine. It is a game that requires a lot of practice, and players can learn from watching professional Chinese yoyo players perform.
Double Wire Skipping
Double Wire Skipping is a team game that can feature as many players as possible. The game objective is to increase the number of times the Chinese yoyo skips through a wire as you pass it on to your teammates, without letting it touch the ground. The winning team is the one that achieves the highest number of successful skips.
Chinese Yoyo Relay
The Chinese yoyo relay involves two teams, with each team consisting of 4 players. The game objective is for each player to run a set course, keeping the Chinese yoyo spinning in the air as they run. Once a player completes the course, they pass the Chinese yoyo to the next player who continues the course until all four players have completed it. The first team to complete the course wins.
