Q&A for How to Do a Backflip

Most trampoliners always look for the center of gravity first. Try standing directly in the center of the trampoline and jumping up and down. Notice your balance and whether you are shifting to the left or the right. Start increasing your height as you're comfortable, but I would recommend a minimum of 6 feet for an adult to complete a backflip or frontflip.

Of course. Eleven is a good age because you don't weigh much and can execute naturally fast rotations.

Imagine yourself doing it beforehand and succeeding. This visualization will help you to gain confidence and get a plan for doing it sorted out in your mind.

Yes! There are many kids who learn how to do this. Be safe though, and always practice with a spotter.

As long as you have the proper training, age shouldn't matter too much.

That would depend on the size of the bed and the bed's features. If the bed is really large and has no poles, raised bed-end, etc., then it might work. However, if it has obstacles such as a bed-end and poles, it is likely too cramped and you may fall onto or into these items and hurt yourself. Another option would be to pull the mattress temporarily to the floor and use that. Just be sure there is no furniture or sharp objects nearby.

To flip fast, you have to tuck your legs in. If the height is decreased to half, rotation speed increases by 4 times. If you gain enough speed, you could rotate 2 times.

Try stretching every day and practicing some basics. Check out some more helpful tips in this article about becoming flexible on wikiHow.

Use your arms by swinging them a bit past your head to aid with the rotation as you will be using more momentum thus rotating faster in the air.

Try tucking your head in and swinging your legs round faster.

You are probably looking to the side while jumping. While doing the backflip, you need to see your feet go above your head. Focus on a fixed spot and keep looking there while doing the flip.

Provided you're healthy, flexible and determined, you can learn to do a back flip in your 20s. You will need to jump higher and rotate faster, so learning it will probably be a little harder than for the younger person but with a spotter and lots of practice, you can certainly learn how to do a back flip.

if you haven't ever tried a backflip before, even on a trampoline, then it is highly unlikely. Remember, a backflip is a skill that takes practice and dedication. If you don't have access to a trampoline, be sure to have a spotter with you to help prevent injury.

For double backflip, you have to decrease the level of ground where you are about to land. For example, you could try it in a pool or on a trampoline.

It's different for each person, but a back hand spring tends to be a bit harder because if you land on your hand wrong, you could injure yourself.

It might take three months if you're a slow learner but if you're a fast learner it will take about a month.

Your weight isn't as important as your muscle mass or strength and your flexibility. If you're uncertain, start with the preliminaries mentioned in the article and see how those exercises feel before attempting the actual flip.

Yes, it probably would be dangerous, but you may still be able to learn to do a backflip with proper coaching from a trained professional.

Of course! A trampoline is a great way to practice them. Once you learn how to do one on a trampoline, you can learn to do it on land.

Yes, any improvement will help.

It should be the highest point of your jump, when you are parallel with the sky/roof. That is when you should start tucking very tight.

First of all, bend back as if you were going to lean on a chair. Your knees should be above your feet. Then jump with all of your strength.

Yes. Just do what the instructions say, and trying it in a pool will help a lot.

Yes. It will probably be easier since you don't weigh much and can flip faster.

It's best to start practicing on a trampoline because it provides some nice bounce that will help you achieve the height necessary for a backflip. Once you're more comfortable with the move, then transition to a mat.

A gym mat or somewhere soft so that if you fall it doesn't hurt. If you're having trouble jumping high enough, try practicing on a trampoline.

It is not advised, as grass is not as soft as a mat, and you would risk injury.

I am a gymnast and we call that "jump setting." It will help if you swing your arms backwards and back up again to help you go higher and rotate.

There are many things to do from here: 1. You could do a backflip off the trampoline and land on the floor to get used to a harder landing. 2. You could do a backflip on the trampoline without jumping/bouncing. 3. You could do a backflip off a ledge or a bank, and once you are more confident, move on to lower and lower ledges until you can do it on the ground.

Yes, you just need to be healthy and able to carry your own weight so you can jump higher and rotate faster. Make sure you have a spotter.