Ukemi Waza – Breakfalling Techniques
"Breakfalling," is the commencement of all Jujitsu training and is used to absorb the shocks to the body when falling. The "side," "back" and "front" breakfalls use a spring-like effect, softening the impact. In the "forward roll", the momentum of falling is not stopped by any one portion of the body. The momentum is used to guide the body in a complete circle, bringing one again to the standing position. With constant practice you will become more confident of your ability to withstand hard falls, and consequently your Jujitsu will improve. With all breakfalls – kiai!
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| Ushiro Ukemi |
Rear Breakfall |
後受身 |
| Yoko Ukemi |
Side Breakfall |
横受身 |
| Ushiro Mawari Ukemi |
Rear Rolling Breakfall |
後回り受身 |
| Mae Ukemi |
Forward Breakfall |
前受身 |
| Toritsu Ukemi |
Handstand Breakfall |
倒立受身 |
| Mae Mawari Ukemi |
Forward Rolling Breakfall |
前回り受身 |
| Kata Mae Mawari Ukemi |
Half Forward Rolling Breakfall |
片前回り受身 |
