phonics1981 0 #1 June 24, 2003 Ive just recently turned Cat 8 and passed my AFF without problem. Since i turned Cat 8, when I jump i am tending to turn to the left. I correct the turn but it happens again. I obviosly have my body in the wrong position but I dont know what part. To me, I feel like im in a good position. Has anyone had this problem before when they were a student? Its doing my head in!! ------------------------------------------------------ "Ive given up on sigs cos I make a mess of them!" ------------------------------------------------------ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PhillyKev 0 #2 June 24, 2003 you might be dropping your right knee a little. Your legs have the most input and are the least thought about since they're out of sight. Try some toe taps. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CanuckInUSA 0 #3 June 24, 2003 See if you can jump with a coach who jumps with video. Try not to worry about the things you have no control over Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DYEVOUT 0 #4 June 24, 2003 Hey, I had a little turn early in AFF - My jumpmaster told me to do a couple of toe taps any time it happens, straightened it right out. She said most turns are in the legs, and you can't see them in a nice arch. Tapping your toes together a couple of times helps to keep them level. ----------------=8^)---------------------- "I think that was the wrong tennis court." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
phonics1981 0 #5 June 24, 2003 Ill give it a go and see how it goes, cheers for the help. ------------------------------------------------------ "Ive given up on sigs cos I make a mess of them!" ------------------------------------------------------ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skykitten78 0 #6 June 24, 2003 Congrats on passing AFF!!! I was told after my 5 th AFF jump yesterday, that I tend to COMPLETELY turn around on launch. Hmmm..I certainly didn't feel like I did. My JM had to tell me. My husband says it may be from not going into a complete "jumping jack" when launching, leaving either a foot or a hand still touching the plane, allowing part of the body to turn away. I am also a little worried about doing a "jumping jack" and hitting the wing!!! I think that is why I subconsciously try to turn away and not completely jump, allowing ALL of my body to leave at the same time! Just my experience... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites AggieDave 6 #7 June 24, 2003 Alright, this is easy to fix. Step 1: Talk to your instructors at your DZ. They will be more then happy to work with you to solve any problems you're having. Step 2: Relax and arch! That fixes soooo many problems its not even funny. Step 3: See step 1. Ok, although how I replied, I was being a dork, I'm serious, do steps 1-3 and you'll be fine.--"When I die, may I be surrounded by scattered chrome and burning gasoline." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites jumpervali 2 #8 June 24, 2003 Dave is right, relax, arch, and just keep an eye on your heading. Try not to micro manage your body. It will soon be like riding a bike you won't have to think about it at all. jumpervali Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Join the conversation You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account. Note: Your post will require moderator approval before it will be visible. Reply to this topic... × Pasted as rich text. Paste as plain text instead Only 75 emoji are allowed. × Your link has been automatically embedded. Display as a link instead × Your previous content has been restored. Clear editor × You cannot paste images directly. Upload or insert images from URL. Insert image from URL × Desktop Tablet Phone Submit Reply 0
AggieDave 6 #7 June 24, 2003 Alright, this is easy to fix. Step 1: Talk to your instructors at your DZ. They will be more then happy to work with you to solve any problems you're having. Step 2: Relax and arch! That fixes soooo many problems its not even funny. Step 3: See step 1. Ok, although how I replied, I was being a dork, I'm serious, do steps 1-3 and you'll be fine.--"When I die, may I be surrounded by scattered chrome and burning gasoline." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jumpervali 2 #8 June 24, 2003 Dave is right, relax, arch, and just keep an eye on your heading. Try not to micro manage your body. It will soon be like riding a bike you won't have to think about it at all. jumpervali Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
