I’ve been practicing Asi Wind’s ACAAN lately. If you’re not aware, you have to do some calculation and then execute a secret shift of the deck. As you can imagine, it can be a tricky thing to do in performance.
I’ve developed a way (I’m sure I’m not the first, or the only person to do this) to practice this type of routine effectively. The benefit of this type of practice extends well beyond an ACAAN, and is applicable to nailwriting, clocking a deck, and plenty of other things. I think it’ll be of use to you.
When I first practiced the ACAAN, I would go on Random.org and get a random card & number, then do my thing. I’d just repeat that over and over until I was done after an arbitrary amount of time or repetitions that I’d set for myself (this isn’t the special practice method, keep reading).
(more…)