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4 Coolest Automatic Yoyo Tricks That Will Impress

20.11.2025 On 26.11.2024

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Automatic (Responsive) yoyos are perfect for performing these tricks which are quick to learn with only a few steps. Here are 4 of the coolest automatic yoyo tricks that will impress:

1. Stop & Go

This classic trick is mesmerizing trick creates a dramatic effect of stopping motion itself.

To do this trick: Let the yoyo spin at the end of the string, move your throw hand underneath and then in front of the yoyo, similar to setting up a Brain Twister. Give a gentle tug. Catch the yoyo, creating a momentary pause, then let go and drop the yoyo.

What makes it cool: The stop-motion effect looks gives an illusion of freezing time at will!

2. UFO

It’s an impressive looking trick, and also depending on the direction of your throw, you can easily adjust the string tension.

To do this trick: Throw the yoyo horizontally and down, then. pinch the string to create the spirally effect of the string. Toss up and catch. Once you’ve mastered this, try the DNA trick for an even greater challenge!

Learn this trick on the SkillAddicts app, along with many other of the coolest automatic yoyo tricks that will impress!

What makes it cool: It creates an alluring visual with the string that impresses everyone! The DNA trick variation creates an even more dramatic pattern and visual of a double helix design.

3. Around the Corner

This is a fun arm trick that finishes in a fast movement!

To do this trick: Once the yoyo is thrown in front, move your throw elbow around so that the string is laying on top of your arm. You’ll pinch the string and tug slightly. The yoyo should automatically guide itself to hop over your arm in a smooth motion.

What makes it cool: It looks incredibly smooth when mastered and creates an unexpected movement that catches everyone’s attention.

4. Creeper

Level up from the dull and overused “Walk the Dog” with this trick!

To do this trick: The key is to be gentle when guiding your yoyo and yourself towards the floor. Too much speed or force will cause the yoyo to bounce and snap back. Once your your hand reaches the floor and the yoyo is at the end of the string, tug back and catch to create a satisfying finish.

What makes it cool: It builds on a universally known trick but adds an element of flare that makes it much more impressive.

Want to learn more automatic tricks? Here are 5 essential starter tricks every player should know.