Breakfall or receiving movement
Ukemi is how judoka receive movement and fall with control. It is essential before throws are practiced with a partner.
Reference
Movement & Breakfalls
Falling and moving with control.
- Ukemi oo-keh-mee
- Mae-ukemi mah-eh oo-keh-mee
Forward breakfall
Mae-ukemi is forward falling practice. It teaches how to receive forward movement with control.
- Yoko-ukemi yoh-koh oo-keh-mee
Side breakfall
Yoko-ukemi is side falling practice. It helps judoka learn to protect themselves when movement goes sideways.
- Ushiro-ukemi oo-shee-roh oo-keh-mee
Backward breakfall
Ushiro-ukemi is backward falling practice. It is a core skill for receiving backward movement.