Master basic magic tricks and perform confidently

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90 minutes

5 steps

·Beginner

After 90 min: You'll perform impressive tricks that astound audiences and build social confidence.

What you need

Deck of cards or coinsProps for tricksPractice mirror or audienceMisdirection understandingPerformance presence

The 90-Minute Plan

Learn card control0–15 min

Double lift, overhand shuffle control. Fundamental techniques repeat across tricks. Master these first.

Understand misdirection15–35 min

Where you look, audience looks. Hand position hides sleight. Practice until automatic.

Choose starter trick35–55 min

'Self-working' tricks with minimal sleight. 'Magician's Choice' principle creates illusion of free selection.

Practice ruthlessly55–75 min

Perfect performance beats imperfect trick. Fluidity and confidence matter more than complexity.

Perform for real audiences75–90 min

Start with close-up magic. Real reactions build experience. Failure teaches more than success.

Pro Tip

Never reveal the secret; mystery is magic's essence. Let spectators wonder.

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