These are the new requirements in effect starting on August 1, 2026. To compete in level 8 gymnastics, a gymnast must be able to do the following skills on each of the four events. If a gymnast’s routine doesn’t have all of the requirements, deductions will be applied. Click Here to Download GymnasticsHQ’s Gymnastics Mom Checklist …
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These are the skills that make up the Level 2 compulsory routines. Level 2 is the second level in the USA Gymnastics Junior Olympic program gymnastics level structure, but not all gyms compete it. Level 2 is not a required level; the first required level of competition is Level 4. Quick Links ➡️ Vault Requirements…
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These are the Level 4 gymnastics requirements; Level 4 is the fourth level in the USA gymnastics level structure. Level 4 is a compulsory level so each gymnast competes the same, identical routine. These are the skills that make up the new compulsory routine. Level 4 is the first required competitive level. Refer to our article outlining…
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These are the Level 3 gymnastics requirements. Level 3 in gymnastics is not a required competitive level; learn more about the gymnastics levels here. Quick Links ➡️ Vault Requirements ➡️ Bars Requirements ➡️ Beam Requirements ➡️ Floor Requirements ➡️ What to Practice at Home ➡️ Recommended Equipment To compete in Level 3 gymnastics a gymnast…
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Here are the updated level 7 gymnastics requirements that will come into effect on August 1, 2026. Information for other gymnastics levels can be found here. To compete in level 7 gymnastics, a gymnast must be able to do the following skills on each of the four events. Click Here to Download GymnasticsHQ’s Gymnastics Mom…
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Level 1 gymnastics is the perfect starting point for young athletes beginning their journey through the gymnastics levels. At this foundational compulsory level in the USAG program, gymnasts are introduced to basic skills that help them develop strength, coordination, flexibility, and confidence. Quick Links ➡️ Vault Requirements ➡️ Bars Requirements ➡️ Beam Requirements ➡️ Floor…
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Level 5 is the second gymnastics level that gymnasts are required to compete. Level 5 is a compulsory level, which means every gymnast competes the same routines on each event. To compete in Level 5 gymnastics, athletes must: Be at least 7 years old before their first sanctioned meet Score at least a 34.00 All-Around…
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