Once everyone got their broomstick Madam Hooch continued. "Once you've got hold of your broom, mount it. Grip it tight so you don't go falling off the end." She walked up and down between the lines. "Now when I blow my whistle I want each of you to kick off from the ground hard. Keep your brooms steady. Hover a moment then slightly lean forward and touch back down. 3, 2, 1!"