Rolls and Falls

Learn Ju Jitsu rolling and falling techniques, also known as ukemi.

• Mae mawari ukemi

  A forward rolling breakfall. Tori rolls diagonally over one shoulder and returns to a standing position, absorbing the impact through a smooth circular motion.

• Mae ukemi

  A forward breakfall. Tori falls forward and slaps the mat with both forearms simultaneously to absorb the impact.

• Ushiro ukemi

  A backward breakfall. Tori falls backward and slaps the mat with both arms at 45° to the body to distribute impact, keeping the chin tucked to protect the head.

• Yoko ukemi

  A side breakfall. Tori falls to one side and slaps the mat with the arm on that side to absorb the impact, keeping the head raised off the ground.