Learn to Fall Safely for Adults: Now an ongoing weekly class!

Learning to fall safely is a vital, often disregarded skill for adults of all ages. As a leading cause of injuries across demographics, from active young adults to seniors, mastering safe falling techniques can significantly reduce risks in daily life.

Mastering the art of falling without injury—often taught in martial arts like Aikido or through specific training—can significantly enhance physical safety, confidence, and overall well-being.

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Learn to Fall Safely at One Dojo in Boulder

SAFE FALLS FOR ACTIVE ADULTS CLASS

Tuesdays 2:00 – 3:00

Get a 5-Punch Class Pass, $95 | 10-Punch Class Pass, $180

Seniors age 65+ save $40 on our 10-Punch Class Pass, $140

Use online code ACTIVE40 during checkout.

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Focused falling practice in typical learning to fall classes

Falling Safely Prevents Fractures & Head Injuries

A key advantage is injury prevention. Aging brings brittle bones and less elastic muscles, heightening fall risks.

A 2023 CDC report noted that over 14 million older adults in the U.S. fall annually, with many resulting in fractures or head trauma.

Safe falling techniques—rolling, spreading impact, and shielding vital areas—lower the chance of severe injury.

For younger adults, these skills are just as essential in sports, outdoor pursuits, or sudden slips, safeguarding long-term mobility.

Learning to Fall Promotes Lifestyle Freedom

Beyond physical safety, learning to fall safely enhances confidence and independence. Fear of falling can restrict activity, particularly for older adults, promoting a sedentary lifestyle that harms health.

Mastering controlled descent empowers people to stay active—hiking, dancing, or navigating icy streets—fostering resilience and proving age doesn’t limit capability.

Learning to fall is an intrinsic part of Aikido training at One Dojo

Falling Classes Improve Body Awareness

Safe falling improves body awareness, with techniques that enhance balance, coordination, and reflexes, refining proprioception—your sense of body positioning. This leads to better posture and movement in daily life, lowering fall risks.

For adults of any age, mastering safe falling is an investment in longevity, blending youthful agility with mature caution to navigate life’s unpredictability.

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Learn to Fall Safely at One Dojo in Boulder

SAFE FALLS FOR ACTIVE ADULTS CLASS

Tuesdays 2:00 – 3:00

Get a 5-Punch Class Pass, $95 | 10-Punch Class Pass, $180

Seniors age 65+ save $40 on our 10-Punch Class Pass, $140

Use online code ACTIVE40 during checkout.

LEARN TO FALL

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