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Aikido Ukemi Fundamentals - Beginner’s Guide To Fall Safely

Learn Aikido Ukemi fundamentals and exercises to protect your body from injuries when falling on the ground while training and in action. Read more.

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Hello! My name is Thomas Inauen, but my friends call me Tom. I am a trained fitness instructor and personal trainer and have been doing martial arts and acrobatics for many years. I have a great passion for training in general and regularly travel abroad to expand my knowledge. Acrobatics and martial arts have always been my great passion and I would like to share my knowledge and fascination with you. I love helping people improve their fitness and I teach a variety of movements in martial

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About This Course

Who this course is for:

  • For everyone who is interested in learning break falling techniques and protecting himself from falling
  • Aikido, Martial Artists, Acrobats, Trickers, Parkour, Artists, Fitness and Training Enthusiasts, Dancers, Stuntmen, Traceurs, and Freerunners
  • For everyone who is interested in learning dynamic, martial arts-related movements
  • For beginner Aikido practitioners who want to have a solid foundation in doing Ukemi
  • For experienced Aikido practitioners who want to enhance their Ukemi technique

What you’ll learn: 

  • How to protect your body from injuries when falling on the ground
  • Background information and knowledge about Aikido Ukemi fundamentals
  • Knowing the fundamental elements of break falls and why they are so efficient
  • Knowing how to learn Aikido break falls by following clear and efficient progressions
  • Knowing how to train safely and without the fear of falling and hurting yourself
  • Mastering all 10 Ukemi pre exercises
  • Mastering the 3 main Ukemi from different positions

Requirements: 

  • A positive mindset and motivation to put in the necessary time to learn the break fall techniques
  • I recommend soft ground (could be some thin mats, blankets, or grass) and somewhat open space (could be a garage or backyard) to follow the progressions safely
  • While any experience in the field of Aikido or break fall-related martial art style will help – it is not necessary

Do you want to protect yourself by learning really amazing break falling techniques?

In this course, I will show you how I learned to protect myself from falling and hurting by learning these simple but very useful break falling techniques!

Whether you are an Aikido practitioner or an experienced martial artist of any style who wants to enhance his Ukemi technique, an athlete of any other sport discipline, or a beginner starting out – you will be able to progress at your own pace at home following clear and efficient step by step progressions.

  • “Clear instructions. Very useful.” (Catherine B.)

Master this Aikido Ukemi course and learn how to protect and get full control over your body!

While there are plenty of tutorials out there that show how to learn Aikido break falling techniques, it is difficult to find a comprehensive beginner course with a detailed structure like this one. Particularly for those with little time and experience, it is hard because there are so many different methods but no consistent progression line.

This course offers slow but clear and efficient progressions to learn step by step without the fear of injury and hurting yourself. In addition to the main technical aspects of break falling techniques, it covers interesting background information about Aikido Ukemi in general.

Course Bonuses

  • All the tutorials, sections, and lectures are built upon each other, and everything comes from one source
  • Filmed in HD quality and a cool design makes this course a nice source to work with
  • High-quality Slow Motion clips for in-depth study

Master all 10 Basic Ukemi

  • Pre Exercise 1 | Basic Ukemi With Legs Straight & Stretched Forward
  • Pre Exercise 2 | Basic Ukemi With Legs Crossed
  • Pre Exercise 3 | Basic Ukemi Up To A Kneeling Position
  • Pre Exercise 4 | Basic Ukemi With Turn Into Kneeling Position
  • Pre Exercise 5 | Basic Ukemi With A Straight Kneeling Lunge Position
  • Pre Exercise 6 | Stand Up Drill
  • Pre Exercise 7 | Going Down Drill
  • Pre Exercise 8 | Go Down Stand Up Jump Drill
  • Pre Exercise 9 | Soft Breakfall Drill
  • Advanced Exercise 1 | Mirror Drill

Master the 3 Main Ukemi

  • Mae Ukemi | Forward Roll
  • Ushiro Ukemi | Backwards Roll
  • Yoko Ukemi | Sidewards Roll

Contents and Overview

This course starts with a welcoming section. First, you will get an overview of the course. I will shortly introduce myself to you so that you know with whom you will work over the duration of this course. After that, you will get introduced to the course structure and how to follow the sections and lectures.

Then, you will get familiar with Ukemi in general. You will learn about what “Ukemi” actually means, what the Japanese meaning is, where the difference to conventional rolls lies, why they are so useful, and maybe most importantly – how they exactly work!

Once you know all the details, you already start your training. You begin with the pre-exercises and work on them until you achieve a solid foundation. You will start with the first and easiest one and work yourself through all the exercises. Step by step, you will go through 10 pre-exercises which will take you from beginner level to advanced – having a really good foundation. As a natural side effect, you will significantly increase your body control, balance and agility. You will get into better shape and widen your range of abilities.

While learning the exercises, you will gradually strengthen your knowledge about break falls and you will start to see common elements which are important and learn to apply them in a natural way!

After mastering all the pre-exercises and achieving a solid foundation, you will continue with the main part – Mae Ukemi (Forward Roll), Ushiro Ukemi (Backwards Roll) and Yoko Ukemi (Sidewards Roll). In between the progressions for each Ukemi type, you also find slow-motion videos of each Ukemi. This way, you can even take a closer look at the technique, take it as a reference and compare it to your movements. And since you have a solid foundation, you are basically free to start learning any or all of the three Ukemi and master the art of falling!

If you want to learn how to protect yourself from falling…then this course is exactly right for you!

Are you ready to start learning?

Do not hesitate and start your training now! With this online course, you can take it at your own pace. Even though you might be too busy right now, you can enroll today and take the course at your own pace.

Try it out and have fun. See you inside and …. train smart!

Tom Inauen / TOMTRICKS

Disclaimer Notice: In order to perform the exercises effectively and safely, you should be in good physical condition prior to beginning the course. By registering for the course or performing these exercises, you understand that exercising can lead to physical injury. If you engage in any exercise suggested by Thomas Inauen, you agree that you do so at your own risk, are voluntarily participating in these activities, assume all risk of injury to yourself, and agree to release and discharge Thomas Inauen from any and all claims or causes of action, known or unknown arising out of Thomas Inauen’s negligence.

Hello! My name is Thomas Inauen, a trained fitness instructor and personal trainer and have been doing martial arts and acrobatics for many years which have always been my great passion. I would like to share my knowledge and fascination with you through my courses in this platform.

Our Promise to You

By the end of this course, you will have learned how to break falls with Aikido Ukemi.

10 Day Money Back Guarantee. If you are unsatisfied for any reason, simply contact us and we’ll give you a full refund. No questions asked.

Get started today!

Course Curriculum

Section 1 - Introduction - Welcome To Aikido Ukemi Fundamentals
Welcome To Aikido Ukemi Fundamentals! 00:00:00
About Me And My Passion For Ukemi 00:00:00
Course Introduction And Overview 00:00:00
What Is Ukemi? 00:00:00
Tomtricks Curriculum And Overview 00:00:00
Section 2 - Theory - Anatomy Of Ukemi
Anatomy Of Break Falls 00:00:00
Section 3 - Basic Ukemi - Pre Exercises
Pre Exercise 1 – Basic Ukemi With Legs Straight And Stretched Forward 00:00:00
Pre Exercise 2 – Basic Ukemi With Legs Crossed 00:00:00
Pre Exercise 3 – Basic Ukemi Up To A Kneeling Position 00:00:00
Pre Exercise 4 – Basic Ukemi With Turn Into Kneeling Position 00:00:00
Pre Exercise 5 – Basic Ukemi With A Straight Kneeling Lunge Position 00:00:00
Pre Exercise 6 – Stand Up Drill 00:00:00
Pre Exercise 7 – Going Down Drill 00:00:00
Pre Exercise 8 – Go Down And Stand Up Drill 00:00:00
Pre Exercise 9 – Soft Breakfall Drill 00:00:00
Advanced Exercise 1 – Mirror Drill 00:00:00
Section 4 - Mae Ukemi - Forward Roll Progressions
Mae Ukemi – Full Front Roll From A Kneeling Position 00:00:00
Mae Ukemi – Full Front Roll From A Standing Position 00:00:00
Mae Ukemi – Semi Front Roll 00:00:00
Section 5 - Mae Ukemi - Slow Motion Study
1 – Full Roll Kneeling – Right Side View 00:00:00
1 – Full Roll Kneeling – Left Side View 00:00:00
1 – Full Roll Kneeling – Front View 00:00:00
1 – Full Roll Kneeling – Back View 00:00:00
2 – Full Roll Standing – Right Side View 00:00:00
2 – Full Roll Standing – Left Side View 00:00:00
2 – Full Roll Standing – Front View 00:00:00
2 – Full Roll Standing – Back View 00:00:00
3 – Semi Roll Standing – Right Side View 00:00:00
3 – Semi Roll Standing – Left Side View 00:00:00
3 – Semi Roll Standing – Front View 00:00:00
3 – Semi Roll Standing – Back View 00:00:00
Section 6 - Ushiro Ukemi - Backwards Roll Progressions
Ushiro Ukemi – Semi Back Roll 00:00:00
Ushiro Ukemi – Full Back Roll From A Sitting Position 00:00:00
Ushiro Ukemi – Full Back Roll From Standing 00:00:00
Section 7 - Ushiro Ukemi - Slow Motion Study
1 – Semi Roll Standing – Right Side View 00:00:00
1 – Semi Roll Standing – Left Side View 00:00:00
1 – Semi Roll Standing – Front View 00:00:00
1 – Semi Roll Standing – Back View 00:00:00
2 – Full Roll Sitting – Right Side View 00:00:00
2 – Full Roll Sitting – Left Side View 00:00:00
2 – Full Roll Sitting – Front View 00:00:00
2 – Full Roll Sitting – Back View 00:00:00
3 – Full Roll Standing – Right Side View 00:00:00
3 – Full Roll Standing – Left Side View 00:00:00
3 – Full Roll Standing – Front View 00:00:00
3 – Full Roll Standing – Back View 00:00:00
Section 8 - Yoko Ukemi - Sidewards Roll Progressions
Yoko Ukemi – How To Place Hands And Legs 00:00:00
Yoko Ukemi – Up To Kneeling Position 00:00:00
Yoko Ukemi – Up To Standing Position 00:00:00
Yoko Ukemi – Full Roll To Both Sides From Standing 00:00:00
Section 9 - Yoko Ukemi - Slow Motion Study
1 – Hand And Leg Placement – Right Side View 00:00:00
1 – Hand And Leg Placement – Left Side View 00:00:00
1 – Hand And Leg Placement – Front View 00:00:00
1 – Hand And Leg Placement – Back View 00:00:00
2 – Kneeling Position – Right Side View 00:00:00
2 – Kneeling Position – Left Side View 00:00:00
2 – Kneeling Position – Front View 00:00:00
2 – Kneeling Position – Back View 00:00:00
3 – Standing Position – Right Side View 00:00:00
3 – Standing Position – Left Side View 00:00:00
3 – Standing Position – Front View 00:00:00
3 – Standing Position – Back View 00:00:00
Section 10 - Congratulations You Made It!
Congratulations – You Made It! 00:00:00

About This Course

Who this course is for:

  • For everyone who is interested in learning break falling techniques and protecting himself from falling
  • Aikido, Martial Artists, Acrobats, Trickers, Parkour, Artists, Fitness and Training Enthusiasts, Dancers, Stuntmen, Traceurs, and Freerunners
  • For everyone who is interested in learning dynamic, martial arts-related movements
  • For beginner Aikido practitioners who want to have a solid foundation in doing Ukemi
  • For experienced Aikido practitioners who want to enhance their Ukemi technique

What you’ll learn: 

  • How to protect your body from injuries when falling on the ground
  • Background information and knowledge about Aikido Ukemi fundamentals
  • Knowing the fundamental elements of break falls and why they are so efficient
  • Knowing how to learn Aikido break falls by following clear and efficient progressions
  • Knowing how to train safely and without the fear of falling and hurting yourself
  • Mastering all 10 Ukemi pre exercises
  • Mastering the 3 main Ukemi from different positions

Requirements: 

  • A positive mindset and motivation to put in the necessary time to learn the break fall techniques
  • I recommend soft ground (could be some thin mats, blankets, or grass) and somewhat open space (could be a garage or backyard) to follow the progressions safely
  • While any experience in the field of Aikido or break fall-related martial art style will help – it is not necessary

Do you want to protect yourself by learning really amazing break falling techniques?

In this course, I will show you how I learned to protect myself from falling and hurting by learning these simple but very useful break falling techniques!

Whether you are an Aikido practitioner or an experienced martial artist of any style who wants to enhance his Ukemi technique, an athlete of any other sport discipline, or a beginner starting out – you will be able to progress at your own pace at home following clear and efficient step by step progressions.

  • “Clear instructions. Very useful.” (Catherine B.)

Master this Aikido Ukemi course and learn how to protect and get full control over your body!

While there are plenty of tutorials out there that show how to learn Aikido break falling techniques, it is difficult to find a comprehensive beginner course with a detailed structure like this one. Particularly for those with little time and experience, it is hard because there are so many different methods but no consistent progression line.

This course offers slow but clear and efficient progressions to learn step by step without the fear of injury and hurting yourself. In addition to the main technical aspects of break falling techniques, it covers interesting background information about Aikido Ukemi in general.

Course Bonuses

  • All the tutorials, sections, and lectures are built upon each other, and everything comes from one source
  • Filmed in HD quality and a cool design makes this course a nice source to work with
  • High-quality Slow Motion clips for in-depth study

Master all 10 Basic Ukemi

  • Pre Exercise 1 | Basic Ukemi With Legs Straight & Stretched Forward
  • Pre Exercise 2 | Basic Ukemi With Legs Crossed
  • Pre Exercise 3 | Basic Ukemi Up To A Kneeling Position
  • Pre Exercise 4 | Basic Ukemi With Turn Into Kneeling Position
  • Pre Exercise 5 | Basic Ukemi With A Straight Kneeling Lunge Position
  • Pre Exercise 6 | Stand Up Drill
  • Pre Exercise 7 | Going Down Drill
  • Pre Exercise 8 | Go Down Stand Up Jump Drill
  • Pre Exercise 9 | Soft Breakfall Drill
  • Advanced Exercise 1 | Mirror Drill

Master the 3 Main Ukemi

  • Mae Ukemi | Forward Roll
  • Ushiro Ukemi | Backwards Roll
  • Yoko Ukemi | Sidewards Roll

Contents and Overview

This course starts with a welcoming section. First, you will get an overview of the course. I will shortly introduce myself to you so that you know with whom you will work over the duration of this course. After that, you will get introduced to the course structure and how to follow the sections and lectures.

Then, you will get familiar with Ukemi in general. You will learn about what “Ukemi” actually means, what the Japanese meaning is, where the difference to conventional rolls lies, why they are so useful, and maybe most importantly – how they exactly work!

Once you know all the details, you already start your training. You begin with the pre-exercises and work on them until you achieve a solid foundation. You will start with the first and easiest one and work yourself through all the exercises. Step by step, you will go through 10 pre-exercises which will take you from beginner level to advanced – having a really good foundation. As a natural side effect, you will significantly increase your body control, balance and agility. You will get into better shape and widen your range of abilities.

While learning the exercises, you will gradually strengthen your knowledge about break falls and you will start to see common elements which are important and learn to apply them in a natural way!

After mastering all the pre-exercises and achieving a solid foundation, you will continue with the main part – Mae Ukemi (Forward Roll), Ushiro Ukemi (Backwards Roll) and Yoko Ukemi (Sidewards Roll). In between the progressions for each Ukemi type, you also find slow-motion videos of each Ukemi. This way, you can even take a closer look at the technique, take it as a reference and compare it to your movements. And since you have a solid foundation, you are basically free to start learning any or all of the three Ukemi and master the art of falling!

If you want to learn how to protect yourself from falling…then this course is exactly right for you!

Are you ready to start learning?

Do not hesitate and start your training now! With this online course, you can take it at your own pace. Even though you might be too busy right now, you can enroll today and take the course at your own pace.

Try it out and have fun. See you inside and …. train smart!

Tom Inauen / TOMTRICKS

Disclaimer Notice: In order to perform the exercises effectively and safely, you should be in good physical condition prior to beginning the course. By registering for the course or performing these exercises, you understand that exercising can lead to physical injury. If you engage in any exercise suggested by Thomas Inauen, you agree that you do so at your own risk, are voluntarily participating in these activities, assume all risk of injury to yourself, and agree to release and discharge Thomas Inauen from any and all claims or causes of action, known or unknown arising out of Thomas Inauen’s negligence.

Hello! My name is Thomas Inauen, a trained fitness instructor and personal trainer and have been doing martial arts and acrobatics for many years which have always been my great passion. I would like to share my knowledge and fascination with you through my courses in this platform.

Our Promise to You

By the end of this course, you will have learned how to break falls with Aikido Ukemi.

10 Day Money Back Guarantee. If you are unsatisfied for any reason, simply contact us and we’ll give you a full refund. No questions asked.

Get started today!

Course Curriculum

Section 1 - Introduction - Welcome To Aikido Ukemi Fundamentals
Welcome To Aikido Ukemi Fundamentals! 00:00:00
About Me And My Passion For Ukemi 00:00:00
Course Introduction And Overview 00:00:00
What Is Ukemi? 00:00:00
Tomtricks Curriculum And Overview 00:00:00
Section 2 - Theory - Anatomy Of Ukemi
Anatomy Of Break Falls 00:00:00
Section 3 - Basic Ukemi - Pre Exercises
Pre Exercise 1 – Basic Ukemi With Legs Straight And Stretched Forward 00:00:00
Pre Exercise 2 – Basic Ukemi With Legs Crossed 00:00:00
Pre Exercise 3 – Basic Ukemi Up To A Kneeling Position 00:00:00
Pre Exercise 4 – Basic Ukemi With Turn Into Kneeling Position 00:00:00
Pre Exercise 5 – Basic Ukemi With A Straight Kneeling Lunge Position 00:00:00
Pre Exercise 6 – Stand Up Drill 00:00:00
Pre Exercise 7 – Going Down Drill 00:00:00
Pre Exercise 8 – Go Down And Stand Up Drill 00:00:00
Pre Exercise 9 – Soft Breakfall Drill 00:00:00
Advanced Exercise 1 – Mirror Drill 00:00:00
Section 4 - Mae Ukemi - Forward Roll Progressions
Mae Ukemi – Full Front Roll From A Kneeling Position 00:00:00
Mae Ukemi – Full Front Roll From A Standing Position 00:00:00
Mae Ukemi – Semi Front Roll 00:00:00
Section 5 - Mae Ukemi - Slow Motion Study
1 – Full Roll Kneeling – Right Side View 00:00:00
1 – Full Roll Kneeling – Left Side View 00:00:00
1 – Full Roll Kneeling – Front View 00:00:00
1 – Full Roll Kneeling – Back View 00:00:00
2 – Full Roll Standing – Right Side View 00:00:00
2 – Full Roll Standing – Left Side View 00:00:00
2 – Full Roll Standing – Front View 00:00:00
2 – Full Roll Standing – Back View 00:00:00
3 – Semi Roll Standing – Right Side View 00:00:00
3 – Semi Roll Standing – Left Side View 00:00:00
3 – Semi Roll Standing – Front View 00:00:00
3 – Semi Roll Standing – Back View 00:00:00
Section 6 - Ushiro Ukemi - Backwards Roll Progressions
Ushiro Ukemi – Semi Back Roll 00:00:00
Ushiro Ukemi – Full Back Roll From A Sitting Position 00:00:00
Ushiro Ukemi – Full Back Roll From Standing 00:00:00
Section 7 - Ushiro Ukemi - Slow Motion Study
1 – Semi Roll Standing – Right Side View 00:00:00
1 – Semi Roll Standing – Left Side View 00:00:00
1 – Semi Roll Standing – Front View 00:00:00
1 – Semi Roll Standing – Back View 00:00:00
2 – Full Roll Sitting – Right Side View 00:00:00
2 – Full Roll Sitting – Left Side View 00:00:00
2 – Full Roll Sitting – Front View 00:00:00
2 – Full Roll Sitting – Back View 00:00:00
3 – Full Roll Standing – Right Side View 00:00:00
3 – Full Roll Standing – Left Side View 00:00:00
3 – Full Roll Standing – Front View 00:00:00
3 – Full Roll Standing – Back View 00:00:00
Section 8 - Yoko Ukemi - Sidewards Roll Progressions
Yoko Ukemi – How To Place Hands And Legs 00:00:00
Yoko Ukemi – Up To Kneeling Position 00:00:00
Yoko Ukemi – Up To Standing Position 00:00:00
Yoko Ukemi – Full Roll To Both Sides From Standing 00:00:00
Section 9 - Yoko Ukemi - Slow Motion Study
1 – Hand And Leg Placement – Right Side View 00:00:00
1 – Hand And Leg Placement – Left Side View 00:00:00
1 – Hand And Leg Placement – Front View 00:00:00
1 – Hand And Leg Placement – Back View 00:00:00
2 – Kneeling Position – Right Side View 00:00:00
2 – Kneeling Position – Left Side View 00:00:00
2 – Kneeling Position – Front View 00:00:00
2 – Kneeling Position – Back View 00:00:00
3 – Standing Position – Right Side View 00:00:00
3 – Standing Position – Left Side View 00:00:00
3 – Standing Position – Front View 00:00:00
3 – Standing Position – Back View 00:00:00
Section 10 - Congratulations You Made It!
Congratulations – You Made It! 00:00:00
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