Everyone knows that a party is only as good as the people in attendance. So even if you’ve got all the goods – bumpin’ music, tasty snacks, and enough booze so you won’t run out before people are ready to leave – your party is still going to be a dud if you invite a bunch of duds. Make it known that you’ve mastered at least a handful of these tricks, and ensure that you’re invited to every party that’s popping off in town with these indispensable party tricks to make you the life of the party.

The “Worm”

Sure, others can flip onto their heads and spin around for a few minutes. But given that you’re probably not going to be able to do that anytime soon without a body transplant, let’s stick to the simple things. Plus, it’s a classic for a reason.

Having a knowledge of all nearby swimmable bodies of water for skinny dipping

Because when somebody suggests a midnight swim, someone’s got to take charge. Otherwise you’re going to end up streaking for a very, very long time.

Freestylin’

If you’re that guy or gal who can bust a rhyme with little to no preparation, and ideally throw shade at your fellow party-goers in rap form, you’re about to be a hit. The stakes might not be as high as they were for Eminem in “8 Mile,” but it’s close. If you’re not able to do that, however, you can always consider another option…

Being able to recite every word of a popular throwback rap song

So when “Gin or Juice” comes on, everyone looks to you. It’s like Snoop Dogg (or, ahem, Snoop Lion) just walked in the door!

Creatively opening bottles

Teeth, eye socket, elbow, bum (wait what?)…it’s all golden. Not only is it fun to watch, but you’re an indispensable member of the party when all of the bottle openers go missing. Help avoid the “water, water, everywhere, but not a drop to drink,” adage from becoming a reality at your next bash.

Bone crushing

It’s gross, but seriously cool. Just be sure you don’t do permanent damage, because nothing squashes a party vibe quicker than a trip to the emergency room.

Juggle things you really shouldn’t juggle

So maybe juggling chainsaws after downing a six pack isn’t the best idea, but you can start smaller: beer bottles, expensive vases, other peoples’ cell phones – as long as everything is still in one piece at the end, you’ve become the juggle master.

Ventriloquism

Trust me, you’ll be the coolest person at the party.*

*This is not true. You will not be the coolest person at the party. Please do not break out your ventriloquism skills at your next social function. This will not make you any friends.

Knowing every local pizza place’s number by heart that is open at 3 a.m. 

The importance of this skill cannot be stressed enough. Who else are people going to turn to when the drunchies* hit in the wee hours of the morning? You, that’s who. The most indispensable gift you can give to someone is pizza. That’s a fact.

*For the uninitiated, “drunchies” = drunk munchies. And nobody is immune from the drunchies.