Lesson Level : 2
Basic Standing Roll
lesson
1m 7s

Video Details

The progression from a standing position to a crouched stance is a critical component of mastering the basic role technique. The goal is to gradually lower oneself into a roll while maintaining comfort and control throughout the movement. Starting upright, individuals are encouraged to lean forward and eventually transition to a half-crouch before completing the roll. This practice not only enhances flexibility but also builds muscle memory necessary for the subsequent execution of more complex movements.

As the individual moves from standing to the ground, the technique remains consistent: the hands lead along the path from the shoulders to the hips and then to the feet. This methodical approach ensures that the body forms a smooth arc as it descends, facilitating a controlled roll. Repetition of this practice will establish a solid foundation, allowing for a natural progression into advanced techniques, particularly those involving jumps or drops.

Understanding the trajectory of the body during these movements is vital. As one learns to roll from dynamic positions, such as jumping, the principles of energy dispersion come into play. By mastering the roll technique from a standing and crouched position, individuals can effectively manage the forces exerted on their body, ultimately leading to safer and more proficient performance in various physical activities.

Key Points:

  1. Transitioning from standing to a crouched position is essential for mastering roll techniques.
  2. Consistent practice of the roll promotes muscle memory and flexibility.
  3. Learning to manage body trajectory and energy dispersion is crucial for executing advanced movements safely.
Note: This video summary is generated by AI from the video transcript and may not always be accurate.

The Lesson

Demonstrate a basic parkour roll from a standing position on grass.

You must repeat three times over each shoulder.

Your head and knees must not come in contact with the ground and you must roll across one shoulder and the opposite hip.

You cannot perform a sideways roll or a gymnastics roll. This must be a diagonal roll across the back from the shoulder to the hip.

You should travel in a straight line and you must finish on your feet.

Basic steps:

  1. Place hands flat on the ground at 45 degrees to your body.
  2. Open your knees wide.
  3. Drop your forward shoulder onto the ground while extending your legs.
  4. Roll diagonally across the back coming up from the opposite hip.
  5. Place your feet under you, making sure you do not roll onto your knees.

Challenge Details
Guidelines to successfully accomplish the challenge.
sides.
You must complete and demonstrate on Left then Right Sides
Details
Both sides must be performed.
repetitions.
You must complete 3 repetitions
+ / -
You can repeat more than specified.
Details
Three repetitions on each side (6 reps in total).
landing.
Your landing must be Both Feet (Ball of the foot)
Momentum
Your momentum should be Stopped once you have landed.
Details
Landing on both feet.
takeoff.
Your takeoff must be Start from a standing position
Momentum
Your momentum should be Stopped once you have taken off.
Details
Start from a standing position

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the next stage of the basic role is
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going to be starting from a standing
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position so we're comfortable from a
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Crouch position now we're just going to
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start up upright and we're going to lean
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forwards and try to get down into the
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roll from the standing position so you
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can gradually build up to this so you
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can sort of
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half Crouch and go down but effectively
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everything is the same going to go to
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the hands to the shoulder to the hip and
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then off to the foot okay so from here
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down around and
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up this is going to be super useful
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because when you start doing it from a
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jump or a drop you understand the the
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trajectory that your body is going to
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have to do to then curve it along the
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the floor to disperse that energy
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the next stage of the basic role is

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going to be starting from a standing

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position so we're comfortable from a

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Crouch position now we're just going to

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start up upright and we're going to lean

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forwards and try to get down into the

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roll from the standing position so you

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can gradually build up to this so you

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can sort of

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half Crouch and go down but effectively

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everything is the same going to go to

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the hands to the shoulder to the hip and

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then off to the foot okay so from here

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down around and

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up this is going to be super useful

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because when you start doing it from a

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jump or a drop you understand the the

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trajectory that your body is going to

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have to do to then curve it along the

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the floor to disperse that energy