Learn how to do a wushu headspring ( tou ding fan ). This is a traditional wushu ditang skill. The video shows both, headspring with and without hands. For more info goto wushu - ditang - headspring and check the animated tutorial.

Headspring: If you want to get higher headsprings, try to lift your arms aligned with your upper body. Few wushu people do this variation, but it's quite interesting for those who also do gymnastics.

Headspring without hands: Plant your head as straight as possible and keep your neck muscles contracted. Don't plant your head without hand-support right away. You should use your hands and then gradually release pressure from your hands ( ever several weeks ). Don't try this if your headsprings with hands are not perfect. As a preparation for this skill learn the headstand without hands ( leaning against a wall or free ). There is an animated tutorial for the headstand in the breakdance section. Same thing again: Release pressure from your hands gradually, not at once !!!

Performed by Yang Jia Le from the Song Jiang Wushu School.
Coach: Wang Guang Ming ( wushu head coach )