A front handspring on vault is an incredibly important gymnastics skill because some gymnasts perform it from level 4 all the way through level 8. While the deductions get stricter as a gymnast progresses through the levels, the skill remains the same. It’s also the basis of some more advanced vaults. So it’s in your…
Read articleAs a gymnast, balancing school and training can be a challenge, but with the right habits in place, you can excel in both the classroom and the gym. Whether you’re aiming to master new skills, improve your routines, or stay on top of your studies, creating a structured approach to your daily life is key.…
Read articleIf you’re pressed for time but still want to get in a good, quick gymnastics workout, this 5-minute routine is perfect! It focuses on flexibility, balance, strength, and core engagement, and the best part? You don’t need any equipment. Just a small space and a willingness to move. Makenzie is wearing the Make Your Dreams…
Read articleAre you ready to take your gymnastics skills to the next level with a graceful and powerful back limber? This dynamic skill is not only a crowd-pleaser and a progression as you are learning a back walkover, but also a testament to your strength, flexibility, and control. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll walk you through…
Read articleSo now you have a couple pieces of home gymnastics equipment, and you’re wondering how to practice gymnastics at home. Maybe you have a floor mat, a floor beam, a pull-up bar and a floor bar or a combination of some of those pieces of equipment. This equipment can help you maximize your learning in…
Read articleHave you ever marveled at the strength and agility of elite gymnasts, wondering how they achieve such incredible feats of athleticism? Whether you’re an aspiring gymnast or simply curious about how to build strength like these elite athletes, you’ve come to the right place. In this guide, we’ll explore the training methods and techniques that…
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Do you want to practice and get better at gymnastics this summer? You might think the only time you can practice is when you’re in the gym but that’s definitely not the case! We’ve put together a list of creative ways to practice gymnastics skills while on summer break outside in the warmth of the…
Read articleThe Uneven Bars, or “Bars” is one of the four women’s Olympic Gymnastics events, along with the Vault, Balance Beam and the Floor Exercise. The gymnastics bar event is one of the most exhilarating and technically demanding disciplines in artistic gymnastics. Featuring the uneven bars for women and the horizontal (or high) bar and parallel…
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The Xcel Program is a national USA Gymnastics program of gymnastics levels that runs alongside the Development Program, formerly the Junior Olympic (JO) program. The Xcel program is a completely separate, alternate program. Many parents want help deciding whether their gymnast should compete in the Xcel program or switch to a gym that would have…
Read articleAre you wondering how gymnastics routines are scored at the Olympics? FIG Gymnastics rules are used, as opposed to the Junior Olympic (JO) rules used in scoring gymnastics levels 1-10. FIG stands for Fédération Internationale de Gymnastique and is the international governing body of professional gymnastics. Scoring at the Olympics is slightly different than JO…
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