Moonsault

A Moonsault (specifically a moonsault press) is a back flip which connects with a grounded opponent. Typically from an elevated surface like the top rope.

A Moonsault Bodyblock is a back flip which connects with a standing opponent. Most Asai Moonsaults are bodyblocks.

Whilst most commonly done from the top rope, Moonsaults can be done from standing on the mat, standing on the ropes (Asai Moonsault/Quebrada), from the apron, from/by/atop the ring post, and any other surface. Moonsaults are common moves in lucha libre, sometimes even more common as a dive than in the ring.

Allegedly invented by Mando Guerrero. And popularised by his brother Chavo.

Types of Moonsaults

• Moonsault Plancha
  • Quebrada
  • Asai Moonsault
    • Single jump springboard moonsault
  • Moonsault Plancha (off outside second turnbuckle)
  • Ringpost moonsault
• Skytwister Press (corkscrew moonsault)
• Double Jump Moonsault (AKA Best Moonsault Ever)
• Arabian Press
• Split-Legged Moonsault
• Sideways Moonsault
• Sasuke Special
• Moonsault Fallaway Slam
• Moonsault side slam
• Springboard moonsault armdrag (technically)
• Salto Mortal (technically)