Tobi ukemi

Hey all,
I'm pretty new to aikido, and I'm having some difficulty with the tobi ukemi. If possible, I would ask my sensei/sempai. However, my japanese skills are sadly lacking. So, if anyone has any advice on how to keep a tobi ukemi from turning into a headfirst dive into the mats, I'd really appreaciate it.

Thanks in advance

Largo

Look back (at your feet), not down (at the ground).

Howdy,

Originally posted by Andy Look back (at your feet), not down (at the ground).

But not too soon, or you'll end up doing a really big breakfall--which is still a lot of fun!

Peace,
JCS
RMKS at CSU

Originally posted by Largo So, if anyone has any advice on how to keep a tobi ukemi from turning into a headfirst dive into the mats, I'd really appreaciate it.

1) Bow, until your hand can touch the mat.
2) Imagine that you're holding a beachball in your arms.
3) Tuck your head in.
4) Push off with rear foot and roll over your forward arm.

This should be enough for now.