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Bounce Back

The way out of a landing that tips backwards: you sit low, let yourself go back and push…

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The lowdown

The way out of a landing that tips backwards: you sit low, let yourself go back and push off with both feet to land on your feet clear of the edge.

How to learn it

  1. Squat

    Stand on a low box and sink into a squat.

    CueSit low
  2. Tip

    Lean back slowly until you start to fall.

  3. Push

    Push off with both feet to travel back, away from the edge.

    CuePush away
  4. Land

    Land on your feet facing the box, knees bent.

    CueFeet first

Why it isn't working

  1. IfFighting for balance at the edge.
    ThenOnce you are tipping back, commit and push away instead of waving your arms.
  2. IfJumping up instead of back.
    ThenPush away from the edge so you land clear of the box.
  3. IfLanding with straight legs.
    ThenBend your knees as your toes touch, as in any landing.

One of 8 Jumps skills at Bronze in parkour. All beginner parkour tricks

Why it's Bronze: Bronze because it is a short backwards jump from a low box. The hard part is choosing to go rather than fighting for balance at the edge.

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