Ski WJ Backflip.

1. Before anything else, you should already be solid on two things: the backflip into an airbag (a soft landing mat), and a straight, no-rotation jump off the water jump (WJ) ramp.

   If either feels shaky, lock those in first.

2. Approach the lip (the edge you launch from) straight, with both skis in a parallel stance.

   Hold a steady medium speed that won't stop you, without accelerating or braking into the ramp. Your spin can only be created at the moment you leave the lip, so a clean, stable approach matters.

3. At the top of the lip, extend your ankles, knees, and hips all at once and push straight up.

   At the same time, lift your chin, send your head and shoulders back, and arch your chest toward the sky. This 'rise up while sending the shoulders back' move is what creates the backward rotation. Aim for height rather than distance forward so you have time to finish the flip.

4. Once airborne, move your eyes quickly: ceiling → behind you → the water.

   Pull your knees toward your chest and draw your thighs to your stomach to make your body small. The more you tuck your arms and legs in, the faster you spin for the same launch effort.

5. When you've passed about three-quarters of the rotation and can see the water below, extend your knees and hips to open your body straight.

   Spreading out slows the rotation and prevents over-rotating.

6. Land with the tails (back) of your skis angled slightly down.

   Cutting the water tail-first keeps your body from getting thrown backward and lets your legs absorb the impact. As you touch down, bend your knees softly and sink to soak up the landing.

You can pin your own clip to the tricks you've landed (My Video).