🏃 Movements

What is Forward Roll in BJJ?

Quick Definition

A tumbling movement rolling forward over your shoulder, used in warm-ups and transitions.

Full Explanation

The forward roll is a basic tumbling movement where you tuck your chin, place your hands on the mat, and roll forward over your shoulder. In BJJ, it is used in warm-ups to develop body awareness and comfort with being inverted. It also appears in technique execution, such as rolling into leg locks or recovering from throws. The forward roll should be smooth and controlled, tucking the chin to protect the neck.

Examples in Context

"We start warm-ups with forward rolls across the mat"

"Forward rolls develop comfort with inversions"

Related Terms

Backward Roll

A tumbling movement rolling backward over your shoulder.

Granby Roll

A shoulder roll used to escape bad positions or recover guard, named after Granby High School wrestling.

Warm-Up

Preparatory exercises before training, often including movement drills.

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