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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Back walkovers are a classic milestone—and a little scary at first since you’re moving backward. This guide shows you the exact steps, the strength and flexibility you’ll need, and safe progressions from floor to beam. Start here: most gymnasts learn a back walkover after a solid bridge kickover and consistent handstands. Safety first: Warm up…
DetailsLooking for the best gymnastics mats for home? This guide compares panel mats, practice/crash mats, and air tracks by thickness, size, foldability, storage, and safety—so you can pick a mat that fits your space and your gymnast’s level. We’ll also show the required matting under bars and around beams. Also see our full Home…
DetailsShopping for the best air track for home? This guide compares air floors (length, thickness, width), pump options, setup/storage, and safety so you can pick a durable, bouncy inflatable gymnastics mat that fits your space and your gymnast’s level. We review our top home air floor picks for tumbling and drills, plus exactly how to…
DetailsShopping for the best mini bars for home? This guide compares stability, weight limits, required matting, and height range so you can choose a safe, sturdy home gymnastics bar that actually fits your space and your gymnast’s level. We review the top junior kip bars (plus a floor bar for handstand work), and show exactly…
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Shopping for home gymnastics equipment? Use this guide to choose the right beam, bar, mats, and air floor—plus sizes, safety, and storage tips—so it fits your space and your gymnast’s level. Jump to: Balance Beams • Bars • Mats • Air Tracks • FAQs• Are You Interested in Purchasing Home Gymnastics Equipment for Your Gymnast?…
DetailsLooking for the best home balance beam? This guide compares floor vs raised balance beams so you can pick the right height, beam length (8–9 ft is common at home, with sectionals reaching ~12 ft), and surface for your gymnast and space. We review a suede floor beam that feels like a competition beam, slightly…
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Setting gymnastics goals is one of the best ways to stay focused, motivated, and on track for success. Whether you want to master a new skill, score higher at meets, or just feel more confident in the gym, having clear goals gives you a roadmap. In this guide, you’ll learn how to set goals that…
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The gymnastics kip is one of the most important bar skills a gymnast will learn. It’s a milestone skill required in the Level 4 bar routine and used by gymnasts at every level after that, including as a mount in optional routines. The kip allows gymnasts to smoothly transition from a hanging position to a…
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New to handstands or leveling up your basics? This step-by-step handstand guide (with video) covers setup, kick-up, stacking, and safe exits. You’ll learn how to hold a handstand longer with simple alignment cues, then build consistency using bite-size handstand drills at home (wall holds, shape work, and progressions). Grab the printable checklist to track reps and…
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