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QuestionHow long does it take to learn to front flip?Tanya BerensonTanya 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.
Gymnastics InstructorIf 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. -
QuestionHow do I land on my feet?Community AnswerTo 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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QuestionHow go get over the fear of doing it?Carl1998Community AnswerHave 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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QuestionIf I can double flip on a trampoline, can I do it on grass?Nathan RobertsCommunity AnswerYes, 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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QuestionI don't get how you flip over -- do you just lean forward and jump ?Community AnswerUnless 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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QuestionHow high should my vertical jump be before I attempt a front flip?Community Answerit 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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QuestionWhat kinds of pads should I use if there is no gym floor?Community AnswerPillows and blankets or a mattress will also work.
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QuestionHow 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.Community AnswerIn 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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QuestionCan I do it on the block when I can do it on the trampoline without bouncing?Community AnswerYes. Just make sure that the block is in place and will not bounce with you.
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QuestionHow do I flip? Do I just run, jump, and tuck my legs under and roll?Community AnswerAlmost, 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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QuestionCan I do a front flip on a small trampoline?Community AnswerIt 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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QuestionHow can I get over the fear of cracking a bone in my body?Community AnswerPractice safely with a spotter. Do exercises such as somersaults or egg rolls.
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QuestionHow do I bounce high enough when the floor isn't bouncy?Community AnswerYou'll need to power your flip using just your strength and gravity. Build leg strength to bounce higher.
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QuestionWhat is a spotter?Community AnswerA 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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QuestionI am going to try this when I go to a trampoline place.Community AnswerThat 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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QuestionHow come I can't land on my feet?Community AnswerKeep practicing on a safe surface and work with a coach.
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QuestionIs it easier to try this first on a trampoline?Community AnswerYes. As you get more confident, try on grass and then on a gym floor.
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QuestionHow do you do a water bottle trick shot?Community AnswerHave patience and the right amount of water. Aim at something, grab your bottle and flip
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QuestionWhat is the meaning of "momentum"?Community AnswerMomentum is the motion of a moving body.
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QuestionI am able to do a front flip on a trampoline, but I am unable to land on my feet. How do I resolve this?Community AnswerTuck 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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QuestionI can land the flip but I always land like I am squatting. What do I do?Carl1998Community AnswerPractice 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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QuestionCan I do this if I'm a kid?Community AnswerYes, you can still do this! Be careful not to hurt yourself though.
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QuestionHow do I start if I'm not athletic?Community AnswerStart by finding someone with experience who can coach you and spot you.
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QuestionHave long does this take to learn?CaveyManCommunity AnswerIt took me one day to learn how to do it on the trampoline but I have tried beforehand.
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QuestionCan I jump off a mini trampoline and do the front tuck in the air? And then land on the mat?Community AnswerYou 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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QuestionI have a tendency to land on my head when I do my flips. What can I do?Community AnswerTry 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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QuestionDoes doing a flip require jump height?Community AnswerYes, but you don't need as much height as you might think for a flip.
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QuestionHow 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.Carl1998Community AnswerPractice more and slowly stop relying on the spotter. Boost your confidence by repeating "I can do this" over and over.
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QuestionWhat do I use if I don't have a trampoline, mat, or block?Community AnswerYou 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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QuestionIs a side aerial easier to learn than a front tuck?Community AnswerIt 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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