Drill

Drills

Gymnastics

Round-Off Rebound Drill

Snap down and block into a strong rebound for backward tumbling

10 min
4 x 5 round-off rebounds
Intermediate

Why this drill

Builds toward snap down and block into a strong rebound for backward tumbling.

Instructions

  1. 1Hurdle into the round-off with a long, low reach.
  2. 2Snap your feet down fast, turning over so they land slightly in front.
  3. 3Block through your shoulders and rebound backward with tight body tension.
  4. 4Stick the rebound landing in a slight hollow, arms up.

What to focus on

Feet landing in front of the hands so the rebound travels backward.

Recommended reps

4 x 5 round-off rebounds

Common mistake

Landing with feet under the body, killing the backward power.