How to Do Skydiving Front Flips in the Air

Performing front flips when skydiving is an incredible experience. This form of free-falling can be rewarding, but is also dangerous without preparation. You must be trained and experienced before attempting to flip in the air. If this is something you want to try and your are an experienced skydiver, follow these steps to begin front flips in the air.

Difficulty: Moderate

Instructions

1. Begin by knowing the four starting positions. They are belly, back, sit down and head down. Belly position is one of the most common starting positions for initiating a front flip.

2. Initiate the front flip while in the belly position. To eliminate any forward movement keep your head up for a slight upward movement. You want to fall as vertical as possible before beginning your flip.

3. Tuck your head towards your chin, this will allow your body to initiate the flip. You will feel the upper half of your body begin to duck down which will move you toward the head down position.

4. Transition your legs and knees wider to provide stability, the wider your knees and legs are the more control you will have with this maneuver. Once you feel stable and you are going towards the head down position, continue to keep your chin towards your chest to complete the flip.

5. End in the any of the starting positions. If you start on your belly you can stop the flip and end on your back if you want.

Tips & Warnings

• Make sure your comfortable with at least three of the four starting positions before attempting this basic skydiving maneuver.
• Use your arms to help maintain balance and adjust if you are becoming unstable.
• Contact your local skydiving school for proper training which can reduce the risks in this sport.
• Contact your physician before attempting to skydive for a clean bill of health.

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