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Old 03-26-2003, 08:48 AM   #3
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I'm guessing you're talking about a forward break/highfall?

Have your teachers taught you how to learn this in a systematic manner? If not, you might well ask if you're feeling uncomfortable. I think it's important to learn ukemi in the same, systematic manner as you would nagewaza.

In any case, some things to keep in mind is that a forward breakfall is just a forward roll in the air (with a bit more "tuck," perhaps). I'm beginning to think these days that it's more a spectrum/progression between a regular forward roll and a breakfall rather than an "either-or" thing. Keep your chin tucked, exhale upon landing, and stay relaxed!

-- Jun

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