half twist
One-eighty aerial turn
A half twist is a diving or gymnastic maneuver involving a 180-degree rotation around the body's vertical axis—turning to face the opposite direction mid-air.
The term combines with other movements: a back somersault with a half twist.
In diving competitions, half twists add complexity and scoring potential to basic dives.
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