How to Do a Cannon Ball Into the Water

Last Updated: December 20, 2020

Whether you are having a contest to see who can make the biggest splash or you just want some fun, a cannon ball into the pool can be your best bet.^{[1]
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Method 1

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Doing the Cannon Ball Splash

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Check the depth of the water you want to jump into. Be certain it is deep enough so that you avoid injury. A general rule is to never jump into water that is less deep than you are tall.^{[2]
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Observe the area. Walk back about 10 to 15 feet (3.0 to 4.6 m) from the pool. If the area is free from objects and people, back up away from the edge leading to the water as far as possible and take running start.

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Alert other people about your intention to jump into the water.
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Run toward the edge where the water starts, jump as high as possible into the air.
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Tuck your body into a ball and, using your arms, pull your knees up to your chest and hold them there.^{[3]
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Hold your breath and close your eyes.

Method 2

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Increasing Your Splash

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Check the depth and area as per Method 1 above.^{[4]
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Take about three medium-sized steps back from the water's edge. (Don't do this if you're on a diving board). If you're too close to the water when you jump, you won't get enough power, and you'll make a smaller splash. On the other hand, if you are like 10 steps away from the water's edge, all your power is going to be wasted in running to the pool, not in jumping in.
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Take a deep breath to make sure you have enough air before you start. If you have to stop in the middle of your dive for air, you will decrease the splash.
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Start running. You'll only have to run for about half a second.
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Jump. However, if you want a huge splash, you've got to do more than just jump randomly. You've got to put pressure into your legs. Think to yourself while you're jumping, "force those legs into the water!" Use all the power your body can muster up. Use that power to force your body down into the water.
- Pretend your legs are weights, and your body hurts and aches every second those weights are attached to your body. Those weights are heavy, and they practically force you to put pressure on your body. Sum this up as "pressure, force and power".
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Stay underwater for a few seconds. Staying underwater impresses whoever is judging the contest because they'll think that you dove so hard that you got so deep into the water that it takes you a minute to swim back up to the surface. Unless, of course, there are judges underwater, in which case, go up as fast as possible.
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Act exuberantly tired. When you do get up to the surface, act like you're tired and worn out from the big jump, but also very proud of your work. This always impresses others observing.

Community Q&A

Question

What if I have a weak body?

Community Answer

You can still do a cannon ball. Position yourself in a tight ball the moment you jump, and if you want to make a bigger splash try landing on your back. Landing on your back can hurt though.
Question

How do I make a big splash?

Community Answer

Stay as tight as you can. You can try to land leaning back to make an even bigger one, but be careful.
Question

What part of my body do I use to make the biggest splash ever?

Community Answer

Hit the water with your butt and your feet, and also put your weight on it!

Warnings

Don't do this if you're sunburned anywhere, as it really hurts! It will also weaken your dive, and is not impressive at all, as it just looks like you pulled something when you were trying to dive.

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Make sure the water and the area you are running through is clear of obstacles.

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