7 Essential Card Forces
Where This Fits
You'll use these forces anytime you perform a trick that requires the spectator to choose a specific card. Whether you're at a dinner party or performing street magic, these techniques let you control the outcome while the spectator feels like they made a completely free choice.
What Makes It Practical
These forces are designed for real-world performance. You don't need any special gimmicks or a rigged deck. You can use a borrowed, shuffled deck, which is exactly what you want when someone hands you their cards and says, "Show me a trick."
What You'll Learn
This lesson covers seven distinct ways to force a card, ordered by difficulty. You'll move from simple, self-working concepts that rely on procedure to more advanced sleights that require a bit of practice to look natural. By learning the full range, you'll have a force ready for any situation, regardless of the spectator's behavior or your current skill level.
About the Instructor
Julio Ribera is a professional close-up magician and instructor who has spent years refining his technique for both live street performances and digital tutorials. He focuses on practical, usable magic that creates genuine moments of surprise.
What's Included
- Seven different forcing methods organized by difficulty
- Tips on how to make your forces look invisible
- Advice on how to handle a shuffled, borrowed deck
- How to keep your movements natural so the spectator never suspects a thing
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I do these with a borrowed deck?
Yes. Every force taught here works with a standard, unprepared deck of cards.
How much setup is required?
None. These are meant to be performed impromptu. You can start the trick immediately after the deck has been shuffled.
Is this good for beginners?
Absolutely. We start with the easiest methods that require no sleight of hand and move up from there, so you can pick the ones that match your current comfort level.