floor
What kind of surface do gymnasts perform their floor routines on ?
A spring floor that is soft and bouncy to help gymnasts land safely
In artistic gymnastics, what are the two bars called?
The high bar and the low bar.
How wide is the balance beam?
Only 10 centimeters wide — about the width of a smartphone!
What piece of equipment do gymnasts run toward when doing vault?
A springboard, which helps them get power and height.
What surface do gymnasts usually tumble on?
A sprung floor or tumble track that gives extra bounce.
How big is the floor area that gymnasts must stay inside during their routine?
A 12-meter by 12-meter square.
What do gymnasts use on their hands to help them grip the bars better?
Chalk, and sometimes grips.
What is one thing gymnasts use to help keep their balance on the beam?
They keep their core tight and look straight ahead instead of at their feet.
What do gymnasts jump onto before they push off the vault table?
What do gymnasts jump onto before they push off the vault table?
What is a “round-off”?
A cartwheel-like skill that ends with both feet together, helping a gymnast build power for the next skill.
What is one purpose of music in a women’s floor routine?
To help the gymnast show expression and match their movements to the rhythm.
What does it mean to “cast” on bars?
A cast is when a gymnast lifts their legs and hips up from a support position to create height and prepare for skills like circles or handstands.
What kinds of skills can be done on beam besides acrobatics?
Dance elements!!!
Why is the run-up important in vault?
Because a fast, strong run gives the gymnast more power for their jump and flip.
Why do gymnasts swing their arms when tumbling?
To help create power and momentum for flips and connections.
What is a tumbling pass?
A series of connected flips and twists done in a row, usually moving in a straight line across the floor.
What are two important things judges look for in a bar routine?
Good form (straight legs, pointed toes, tight body) and smooth connections between skills.
Why is good posture important on the beam?
Because it helps with balance and shows the judges clean, controlled movements.
What does it mean to “block” off the vault table?
It means pushing off the table with straight, strong arms to create height and rotation.
What is a tumbling pass
A series of acrobatic skills (like back handsprings and flips) done one after another without stopping.
What are two things judges look for when scoring a floor routine?
They look at how difficult the skills are and how well the gymnast performs them, including technique, control, and artistry.
What is a glide swing used for on bars?
It helps the gymnast build momentum to start skills like casts and circles
Name two things judges look for when scoring a beam routine.
They look for steady balance (no wobbles or falls) and clean technique (straight legs, pointed toes, smooth connections).
What are two things judges look for when scoring a vault?
Good form in the air (straight body, tight legs) and a controlled landing (no big steps or falls).
What are two things judges look for during tumbling?
Straight legs and pointed toes during skills, and clean, controlled landings.