Articles for Gymnasts

Why Self-Love is More Than Just A Buzz Word in Gymnastics

This time of year it’s common to hear the buzz word “self-love” floating around. February is basically synonymous with self-love, self-care, and any other word that describes forms of love either directed inward towards yourself or outward towards others. But the truth is, despite the hype this time of year, self-love is an important skill…

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Valentines for coaches to give to gymnasts
Gymnastics Valentine’s Day Printables

With Valentine’s Day right around the corner we decided to gather up all of the things we’ve created to celebrate this special holiday and put them in one place for you to download! Also, make sure you check out our 2025 Valentine’s Day Gift Guide for fun gift ideas for your gymnast!   1. Motivational…

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How to Learn a Tumbling Series on Beam in Gymnastics

The acro series on beam is a crucial part of any gymnast’s routine, combining strength, balance, and technique in a seamless connection of skills. An acro series typically involves two or more acrobatic elements linked together, such as back walkovers  and back handsprings. Learning an acro series can be challenging, but with the right approach…

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These are the basic shapes in gymnastics
The Basic Shapes in Gymnastics

Mastering the basic shapes in gymnastics is essential for gymnasts at any level. These foundational positions—such as the tuck, pike, straddle, and hollow body—are key to performing more advanced gymnastics skills with proper form and control. Understanding and practicing these shapes will improve your body awareness, strength, and technique, setting the stage for a successful…

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How to do a Handstand Pirouette

A handstand pirouette is a gymnastics skill that is one of those big milestone skills in her progressions; after mastering a handstand pirouette on floors, a gymnast can move on to cast handstands and pirouettes on bars.  Handstand pirouettes can be completed on bars, beam and floor. We will be going over bars and beam…

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