Content

• Steps
• Tips
• Warnings

Are you planning to attend a concert as a relaxing weekend getaway? If so, then you probably want to keep your ears open when slamming, dancing in a circle, and the aggression that occurs when a particularly good group throws frenzy into the crowd. This is a purification known as a mosh. It's fun, but it's a very intense dance to last until the end. However, with a little bit of know-how and decent courage, you will learn to dance the mosh and become the best in no time.

Steps

1. 1 Read the protocol and unwritten rules. Although it may seem different, moshing is by no means a way to hurt someone. Moshing is about releasing aggression with gusto while enjoying some amazing music. “Rules” are mostly common sense.
   • When a person falls and is thrown, make sure they are not in pain. If people are adherents, they will probably just laugh and say thank you before they get punched in the back or walk out if it hurts. This is probably the most important rule of all - you must pick up a fallen mosher at any time.
   • Wanting to hit someone is wrong. Do not do that. Not every girl is a fan of the mosh, and if she doesn't take revenge on you, you will get from the guy next to her.
   • Hitting is not a fight! If you hurt someone, it’s etiquette to shake hands or pat the person on the shoulder. Make a friendly gesture and apologize (flashing horns and apologies through the music). Also, keep in mind that if you start a fight, you will be surrounded and outnumbered.
   • Pulling out. When you are standing next to an extremely powerful / large circle watching the action and you see someone trying to get out of there unsuccessfully, if you think you can help him, go and get him out of there. This is always appreciated.
   • Raising. If someone is hurt, but no one moves apart to let him out of the crowd (this is the case with crowds at most festivals), ask people around you to pick the person up and hand them forward, because security can help him.
   • Don't be a pusher. People are around for a reason ... They don't want to go moshing right now. Of course, some come in very soon, others don't. Don't force anyone, don't grab them or throw them in a circle if they really don't want to. Sometimes this is a great way to start a mosh, but if the mosh is already on the way and someone is standing to the side, don't force it. Also, if they keep their hands in front of them, they don't even want to be touched.
2. 2 You must know where you are getting yourself involved. Be objective and admit that you may be injured and you are definitely going to find yourself covered in sweat (and maybe even saliva or blood) surrounded by strangers. While the purpose of the mosh is physical contact without injury, there is a certain degree of unpredictability and risk. Most of the risk comes from the type of music. Ska will be more relaxed, while metal and punk will be rougher. If you are planning to make your Moshe debut, be aware of the possible consequences and make sure they are worth the thrill.
3. 3 Wear the right accessories. Wear clothes that you don't mind getting dirty or torn. Your outfit should be comfortable and light, as it will be very hot in the crowd.
   • Make sure your boots fit snugly and are well laced up, because if the shoes fall off you will have tremendous difficulty getting them back and your unprotected foot will suffer even more. Boots or sneakers are recommended.
   • Remove any spiked bracelets or other dangerous accessories, as they can injure your fellow mosher (or even you). Avoid anything that you can grab onto (i.e. chains, chain wallets, long necklaces, and earrings). A fancy piercing can look cool, but be responsible when you climb into the crowd with it.
   • Never throw bags or backpacks in the circle, as this is your responsibility and the people around you. Give it back to a trustworthy friend. Don't keep anything in your pockets! Most likely, everything will fall out of there.
   • If you can see well enough without your glasses, take them off and leave them to your non-mosher friend. Better yet, wear contact lenses.
   • Your shirt is likely to be grabbed and pulled, so it's best to wear a well-coated shirt. If you are a woman, it is best to wear a shirt with sleeves rather than a T-shirt.
4. 4 Get ready. Whether it's in a circle or on the street, you have to keep your hands at the ready. You may not be going to beat anyone, but if your hands are not ready, you can get someone in the face with a skull, because you will not have time to defend yourself.
5. 5 Look around and watch. How atrociously do people bounce around this particular circle? Are they just having fun or are they going to bleed? You should know the difference between those who think of mosh as dancing and those idiotic athletes in high school who run and beat people with their knuckles. There are many different types of mosh and adaptations to them, so it is important to know this if you want to enjoy the mosh.
6. 6 Participate on the sideline, pushing people back into the circle and trying to keep children from falling as they circulate in the circle. People will fly back and forth, side to side, up and down and all over the place.
7. 7 A circle. You are going to keep pushing, bouncing, and bouncing off other people in a circle. In the end, you will be able to control your direction and choose your strikes, maybe this will be your first night. Move at speed to the crowd. Remember to watch for pauses though. As a rule, all moshers know when there is a pause in a song, the circle is cleared and everything starts over after a pause. You definitely need to know the music, or be ready for pauses if you don't know how to mash yet.
   • A drip (or breakdown) is a violent explosion that is present in many metal, hardcore, alternative, punk rock and similar types of music. It's a transition from normal lyrical music to a terrible point that will give everyone around you an adrenaline rush and is the green light to start slamming. If you are unfamiliar with music, this moment will be difficult to detect, but if you know, you will not be caught off guard by a sudden explosion.
8. 8 Open the circle. Sometimes mosh occurs in very crowded places. When this happens, the natural tendency of the crowd is to nudge the outer edge of the circle towards the center. This will ultimately lead to a closing circle unless the crowd is constantly pushing back. Seasoned moshers usually counteract this by trying to keep the circle in a variety of ways. Basically, if people at the cusp of the circle have more incentive to get out of your way than to let the crowd push them into the circle, then it will remain open. Some strategies for solving this problem include:
   • Crack back - several people who, arms outstretched, hold a circle.
   • A bunch is a bunch of people with their surroundings who put their hands on each other's shoulders and bounce around the walls of the circle.
   • Slingshot - Tossing to the sides, using the impulse of the other person to launch you.
   • The circle is a whirlpool of people running around the outer shell of the circle.
   • Anything that involves swinging your limbs, which shows how painful it will be if you try to get closer. There are many hardcore dances that can make this easier. Look to the crowd for inspiration.
9. 9 Throwing things up.
   • Bugging is simple bouncing up and down, usually at a punk show.
   • Cyclone. Cross your arms across your chest to form an "x" and create an arm lock with your fellow mosher in the same position, facing you. Start spinning around each other using your weight and gaining momentum. This is a good way to expand a small hole or create room for further steps in a crowded circle. You can let go of your hands very quickly, but this is likely to result in a hard landing and can cause injury or shock, thus irritating the other mosher.
   • Stage of jumping into the crowd from the stage. Work your way past the crowds and bouncers if you can so you can get on stage. Don't knock down group gear or any equipment, dive into the crowd (make sure they can see you flying on them) and strain as you land so you can be more easily caught. Be careful: in many places you may be kicked out of the concert after that. Make sure you know the club rules.
   • Surfing. You can start by either jumping off the stage or climbing on the shoulders of two friends taller than you. In this position, falling on the hands of people who are not ready for this is very traumatic and it can be very, very painful for you! If you do decide to fall on people, make sure they can see you before you actually land on them.
   • Anaconda. This method is for two people, which is best done in a large space. Place one person's legs around the other person's waist so that their arms are on the ground and their legs are high. The person with their hands on the ground should jump up to help the person who is standing. Doing this repeatedly is a lot of fun and you will laugh a lot.

Tips

• If you are at the edge of the circle and see someone small or some girl standing in front of them, do not pull them away from the edge thinking that you have to protect them. This makes the show less enjoyable. If you feel the need to protect the person on the edge, stand next to him so that he can defend himself and you can help him if necessary.
• Stay hydrated. The circle is hot and sticky and you will get a pretty powerful workout. Make sure you bring water, usually overpriced (for example, water, which typically costs $ 1 for $ 4 or more). You can faint if you run out of water, and fainting in a circle can kill you.
• If you choose to take part in the wall of death, the first rule must be enforced because someone could be trampled or even killed.
• If you struggle with the hustle and bustle too much and want to get out of the circle, DO NOT bend over, or you risk falling and getting hurt and people around you will step on top of you. Raise your arms up to your face and use them as stabilizers as you work out of the circle. Don't panic: it's more important to stay upright. Let it take longer to get out than rushing to risk falling. Also, if you can, tell someone on the circle wall to grab you and pull you out.
• Go to friends and stick with them. This way you will have several lifeguards. If it's a big circle, choose a place to meet after the show, in case you lose them. Because you can wander aimlessly for hours trying to pick up friends from a crowd of 600 people that moves in a circle.
• You need to know when you have enough. Moshing requires a lot of sports and you will be very tired. This process can take overnight or it can end after the first round. When that happens, step back and enjoy the music outside the circle.
• Don't drink in a circle.It is best to step to the edge, especially in confined areas where spilled drink can lead to a domino effect from moshers, which can lead to serious injury.
• Find safety in the glass of the storm. If you are in a circle that is too intense and you feel tired, there is a safe place in the center. It's like a spinning wheel, where the speed is slower in the center. Depending on the movement of the circle, this may not be effective. Many times the people in the center are easy prey. Although if some people in the middle are getting ready to slam, it's better to try to get out of the circle than get stuck in the middle and crash in the immediate vicinity of some tu-steppers.
• Try to keep your arms up, but with your elbows pinned. Use your forearms as bumpers to soften any impact and protect your face and eyes, and get a pretty good push when the time is right. Keep your hands folded into loose fists, like on a steering wheel. This will keep you from gripping / scratching / punching and also keeping your fingers safe from painful back bends or even fractures.
• In some powerful mosh circles, slowly exiting the circle can help you get hit by the wheels. In this case, it is usually best to keep walking until you encounter the crowd surrounding the circle. When you are on the edge, try to get out, the people on the sideline pushing you will know that you are getting out.
• If your hair is long enough, tie it in the back unless you shake your head. It will become more enjoyable for everyone.
• Circles are chaotic in nature and you are less likely to get hurt and save a lot of energy if you just go with the flow.
• If you find someone's sneaker, wallet, or other personal belongings, it is considered mosh etiquette to lift the thing into the air and look for the owner.

Warnings

• Avoid diving directly into the mosh circle as people tend to be too busy with each other to catch you. To avoid injury, jump into the crowd around the circle. Make sure they see and know you are flying.
• People on the sideline may try to avoid being hit. So if you want to go out, calm yourself down and do it slowly, or you will be pushed back into the circle.
• Know your surroundings. If you see a group in a small cafe or at a home show, do not start banging your feet and pushing people. Often these shows have small spaces and nothing ends the show faster than a crushing band.
• While sideline involvement is perfectly acceptable, realize that you are pushing moshers away from their blind spot in most cases. A violent push from the side can send an unbalanced mosher directly to the oncoming elbow or head, which might otherwise have been avoided. Plus, it can and will likely lead to revenge if you do it throughout the show.
• You are about to get a jolt. As long as you are not the other person's target and keep your hands in such a position so as not to get in the face, you lean back and you are safe. But in this way you can be seriously injured and you must understand this risk. People in Moshe break their ribs, noses, etc. And the people who are spinning are sure to get hit!
• Don't smoke in a circle! It is bad form (and bad etiquette) to smoke inside a mosh circle. You are probably going to burn someone or take revenge on a very large mammal that offended you and did not raise your fallen companion mosher.
• Supervise children who wear studded bracelets in a circle. They leave scars.
• Consider yourself very lucky if you find yourself in a circle where most of the participants read these rules of etiquette. The uninitiated will likely keep you from having a good time.
• If you are a woman, beware of any dangers! There are sometimes guys in the circle who might try to steal gold on the sly. If you are being stalked, look at the perpetrator and feel free to report what he did. Most will not approve of his actions.In addition, there is almost no time to decide how hard you want to punch a guy and a girl in the face, it is equally difficult to hit.
• At some open-air festivals, tents are set up near the stage in massive venues. Be alert to hazards and obstacles in these situations, nothing ruins the fun like hitting a tent mount and concussion, or tripping over a tent spike and losing your eye. If something similar happens to another mosher, try to help, alert others nearby, provide a safe meeting point, and call in medical personnel.
• If you've done something that gets the attention of a more aggressive mosher, it's best to leave the circle for a while. This overly aggressive mosher can do whatever it takes to hit you as hard as possible, which can cause disruption to injuries and quickly ruin your show.
• When you go up to the stage and try to jump off it, please note that you can fall into the hands of the security forces and become a victim of revenge on their part. It depends on the security group. You may be kicked out of the concert.
• Mosh dancing or tu-stepping has its place at concerts, just not in a circle. Don't start swinging your arms around the dancers in the middle of the high contact circle. Chances are, depending on the type of show, many people will not take you seriously and will come with extra harshness or anger in your direction. If you feel the need to dance, do it as far away from the circle as possible.