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How long does it take to learn to front flip?

Tanya Berenson
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Tanya Berenson is a Gymnastics Instructor and the General Manager of the Los Angeles School of Gymnastics. With over 25 years of professional gymnastics experience, Tanya has also served as a consultant to USA Gymnastics, has served as the USA World Maccabi Games Head Coach, USA Gymnastics Meet Director, and RAS counselor. She holds a B.Ed. in Early Childhood Development from the University of California, Los Angeles.

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If you practice routinely and make sure that you're getting all the moves down correctly, you can learn a flip in approximately 6 to 8 weeks.

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How do I land on my feet?

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To land on your feet, you'll have to tuck during the flip for max rotation. You'll then have to open early to land evenly on both feet.

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How go get over the fear of doing it?

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Have confidence in yourself. Breakdown the flip in your mind and picture yourself doing it over and over; this will boost your confidence.

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If I can double flip on a trampoline, can I do it on grass?

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Yes, but you need to be very careful. Practice on a trampoline, then (if possible) into a foam block pit, just so that you're confident with it. If you do have it down pat, however, then front flipping on the grass should be okay.

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I don't get how you flip over -- do you just lean forward and jump ?

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Unless you are very confident doing a front somersault on a trampoline, do not attempt it on the floor (gymnastics floor). To be able to do a front somersault on the floor, have a run-up, hurdle and jump your body into a somersault, which involves tucking and turning. You will not land it the first time. It may take weeks and months to master this skill.

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How high should my vertical jump be before I attempt a front flip?

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it doesn't need to be very high, but the lower it is the faster you will have to turn to complete the front flip. The higher the better.

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What kinds of pads should I use if there is no gym floor?

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Pillows and blankets or a mattress will also work.

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How do you get momentum to get yourself flipping? I can't seem to get enough to land better, I always land on my back, and I don't like that.

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In the middle of your flip, check where you will land. Set out a mattress for this purpose. Try to land on you backside rather than your back, then slowly build up from there.

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Can I do it on the block when I can do it on the trampoline without bouncing?

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Yes. Just make sure that the block is in place and will not bounce with you.

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How do I flip? Do I just run, jump, and tuck my legs under and roll?

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Almost, but not quite. One thing that helps is try to get your feet over your head and in front of you as fast as you can. Many people try only to get their head flipped over, but then you will not land properly.

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Can I do a front flip on a small trampoline?

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It depends on how small the trampoline is. You might have enough room to perform a front flip on a 14-foot trampoline. Anything smaller than that would not be a good idea, as you will not have enough room.

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How can I get over the fear of cracking a bone in my body?

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Practice safely with a spotter. Do exercises such as somersaults or egg rolls.

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How do I bounce high enough when the floor isn't bouncy?

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You'll need to power your flip using just your strength and gravity. Build leg strength to bounce higher.

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What is a spotter?

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A spotter is someone who will help you safely learn the skill. She can watch you while you are doing the skill and recommend slight adjustments to improve or catch you if you are falling.

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I am going to try this when I go to a trampoline place.

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That is not really a good idea unless you hire a professional to spot you, which will cost a lot of money. Try it on a normal trampoline in a gym context first, then work your way up to the gymnastics block, and maybe after you're comfortable with doing it on the floor, you can try the park, but make sure you won't hit anyone.

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How come I can't land on my feet?

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Keep practicing on a safe surface and work with a coach.

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Is it easier to try this first on a trampoline?

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Yes. As you get more confident, try on grass and then on a gym floor.

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How do you do a water bottle trick shot?

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Have patience and the right amount of water. Aim at something, grab your bottle and flip

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What is the meaning of "momentum"?

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Momentum is the motion of a moving body.

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I am able to do a front flip on a trampoline, but I am unable to land on my feet. How do I resolve this?

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Tuck your legs close to your chest and don't throw your body forward too much. Stick out your legs forcefully when you're about to land and don't bend them too much.

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I can land the flip but I always land like I am squatting. What do I do?

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Practice jumping higher, doing tighter tucks and time yourself when doing the flip to know when to push your legs downwards to land.

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Can I do this if I'm a kid?

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Yes, you can still do this! Be careful not to hurt yourself though.

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How do I start if I'm not athletic?

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Start by finding someone with experience who can coach you and spot you.

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Have long does this take to learn?

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It took me one day to learn how to do it on the trampoline but I have tried beforehand.

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Can I jump off a mini trampoline and do the front tuck in the air? And then land on the mat?

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You might be able to. Make sure you have a mat so if you fall it won't hurt. If you have a really small trampoline, it's not a good idea.

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I have a tendency to land on my head when I do my flips. What can I do?

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Try and tuck yourself in more; this makes you spin much faster. Try to get more vertical height as well, so you have more time to spin.

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Does doing a flip require jump height?

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Yes, but you don't need as much height as you might think for a flip.

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How do I do this to the point that I can start without a spotter? I can do it when a spotter is around, but when there isn't one I start to panic and just wait for a spotter.

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Practice more and slowly stop relying on the spotter. Boost your confidence by repeating "I can do this" over and over.

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What do I use if I don't have a trampoline, mat, or block?

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You could get a mattress or cushions from a couch, anything that is soft enough, or you could borrow something from a friend. You could also visit your local trampoline park, jump zone, indoor playground, etc. to practice your front flip.

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Is a side aerial easier to learn than a front tuck?

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It really depends on who you are. For most people, a side aerial might be the skill that it takes ages to learn and to perfect. For me, it took way less time to learn a front tuck than an aerial, and most people would probably agree. But if you set your mind to both, you'll get them!

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