To backflip on a trampoline, you need to go from a crouched position to a completely straight position at takeoff, lead with your feet, grab your knees, tuck at the highest point, spot your landing, and then stomp.
Here's a breakdown of how to backflip a trampoline:
Understanding the Basics
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Initial Position: Start by standing with your knees slightly bent. This is your starting position to generate power for the jump.
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Takeoff: As you jump up, focus on going straight. Don't lean back right away. This initial height will give you time to complete the backflip.
The Backflip Movement
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Straight Position: The key is to go straight up on your jump first. As you reach the peak of your jump, you will initiate the backflip motion.
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Feet Lead: Make sure your feet are the first to start the backflip motion to help guide the direction.
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Tucking: Bring your knees towards your chest and grab them to initiate the tuck. Tucking helps you rotate faster and gives you a more controlled flip.
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Spotting the Landing: As you rotate, try to spot your landing. This will help you know where you are in the rotation and when to straighten your legs.
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Stomping the Landing: Once you spot the landing, straighten your legs and land firmly on your feet, absorbing the impact.
Key Tips for Success
- Practice: Start by practicing the individual components of the backflip. This is done on the ground first.
- Spotter: It’s a good idea to have someone to spot you when you are starting out.
- Progression: Start with the basics. Once you are comfortable, move onto more complex movements.
- Height: Make sure you have enough height. You will need good air to complete the rotation.
From the Reference:
The video mentioned in the reference provides a quick visual of these steps. You can see the sequence:
- going from a crouched position to completely straight at the take-off
- feet leading
- grabbing the knees and tucking at the highest point
- spotting the landing
- stomping on the landing.
By following these steps and practicing, you can learn to backflip on a trampoline. Remember to prioritize safety and get help from a spotter when you are first learning this skill.
