Which of the following is NOT a type of break fall?

In defensive tactics, understanding different types of break falls is crucial for minimizing injury when falling. The correct choice, which is not a recognized type of break fall, is back fall.

Front shoulder rolls, front falls, and side falls are all techniques used to safely distribute the impact of a fall and to roll away from the point of impact, thus reducing the risk of injury. A front shoulder roll involves tucking the shoulder and rolling forward, which helps in managing falls when moving forward. Front falls involve falling forward onto your hands and then transitioning to a roll. Side falls allow a defender to roll sideways, protecting critical areas, like the head and spine, while also dispersing the force of the fall over a wider area of the body.

The back fall, however, is typically referred to in different contexts and is less commonly used as a formal training technique in break falls. Instead, practitioners are taught to avoid falling directly onto their back to prevent spinal injuries, and if they do, to roll or transition into a safety position instead. This distinction highlights why back falls do not fit into the conventional category of break falls that focus on safe landing techniques.