Juggling is a fun pastime, a swell party trick and a way to prove to potential love interests that you are good with your hands. If you’ve never attempted to juggle before — or if you’ve tried and given up in frustration — the whole thing can seem a bit tricky. But if you start with three balls and take it slowly, you’ll quickly get the hang of it and be able to add tricks, juggle more balls and do it all while dressed like a monkey.

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The easiest way to start is by learning the three-ball cascade technique. Grab a trio of juggling balls, oranges or anything else small and spherical, and watch this lesson from Barry John, aka professionaljuggler.

Got the hang of it? Great! Check out the RecordSetter juggling world records and submit your own!