A skill rarely practised outside of school changing rooms, the art of towel snapping is a gift with which few people are blessed, and they are a dying breed. Most people introduced to the concept show little enthusiasm, but soon realise their lives are sadly deficient, and are in awe of the damage which can be inflicted through the strategic use of a tea towel.

 What is towel snapping?

It is the art of casting forth a tea towel into an oncoming person (or stationary object), and withdrawing it sharply, with the effect of creating a noise akin to shooting a gun, and a sensation in your victim akin to being shot by a gun.

 Why should I learn towel snapping?

-You will cast fear into all those who witness your powers.

-Self-defence.

-Keep-fit.

 Should I be worried that you seem to know so much?

Yes.

 How do I execute the perfect towel snap?

Hold the towel between the thumb and forefinger or your chosen hand, with the hand held tight against your chest. Whip the towel forward, keeping most of the movement in your wrist, rather than your arm. Aim for the last millimetre at the very tip of the towel to hit the target, any more and you will create a dull slap, (which is nothing to be proud of), any less and your victim will be stunned with silence. Draw the towel back at the precise moment that the tip makes contact with the target. If you are successful, then look pleased with yourself, otherwise you are no good at this sort of thing, and probably couldn't catch a ball if it was thrown at you.


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