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2019 ELITE

COMPULSORY

Elite Compulsory Vault – Page 1

2019-2020 OFFICIAL Elite Compulsory – VAULT Updated and approved by the IEC—9-23-19—from the Judges’ Course

Updated and approved by the IEC—1-23-20

Please note: • All vaults will be valued at a 10.00.

• The coach announces the vault including the body position (tuck, pike, layout).

• The judges evaluate the actual vault seen, not necessarily what is announced by the coach.

• There is no deduction for performing a different vault that was announced. • The figures are a GUIDELINE for understanding the vault. Techniques may vary in terms of timing.

• The evaluation emphasis will be on technique, form, execution, and body shape throughout the major elements.

• Only One (1) vault is permitted. The vault entry and shape must be announced. • The gymnast may choose from any of the FOUR entrances and perform the vault in one (1) of the

three (3) body positions. (TUCK, PIKE, STRETCH)

• The vault may be performed in a “pit” with a resi-surface of level matting over loose foam.

• The height of the landing must be at FIG competition level. Several layers of mats may be stacked to comply with the FIG specifications.

• The height of the table must be according to FIG apparatus specifications. Refer to USA Gymnastics Rules and Policies.

• General deductions and judging guidelines are listed at the end of this document.

• If, after the completion of the last event, an athlete’s AA score is a maximum of 0.10 less than the qualifying score to Hopes Classic, American Classic, and US Classic (NOT applicable to Hopes Championships or US Championships), the coach may submit an inquiry for the gymnast’s lowest scoring event in order that the athlete be considered for qualification purposes. Any change of score is official and is included in the final results.

• The gymnast is allowed Two (2) attempts to perform One (1) vault . (For example: Performs a “run by” on the first vault, the gymnast is allowed a second attempt. Follow the JO “Balk” rules.)


1a. FRONT HANDSPRING ENTRANCE WITH FORWARD SALTO TUCK (10.00) PIKE (10.00)

STRETCH (10.00)


1b. TSUKAHARA ENTRANCE WITH BACKWARD SALTO TUCK (10.00) PIKE (10.00)

STRETCH (10.00)


1c. YURCHENKO ENTRANCE WITH BACKWARD SALTO TUCK (10.00) PIKE (10.00)

STRETCH (10.00)


1d. YURCHENKO ½ (180°) TURN - ON ENTRANCE WITH FORWARD SALTO TUCK (10.00)

PIKE (10.00)

STRETCH (10.00)


FIRST FLIGHT PHASE

up to 0.10 INCORRECT FOOT FORM (flexed / sickled) INCORRECT LEG FORM

up to 0.20 Legs Separated up to 0.30 Legs Bent

POOR TECHNIQUE up to 0.20 Hip Angle up to 0.20 Arched Body up to 0.30 INCOMPLETE LA TURN

SUPPORT / REPULSION

PHASE

POOR TECHNIQUE up to 0.10 Staggered / Alternate Hand Placement on all Vaults,

Except Tsukahara entrance up to 0.20 Shoulder Angle up to 0.20 Arched Body up to 0.20 Alternate Repulsion from Hands on all Vaults,

Except Tsukahara entrance up to 0.30 Legs Bent (in support) or Early Tuck (Salto Vaults) up to 0.30 PRESCRIBED LA TURN BEGUN TOO EARLY up to 0.50 BENT ARMS (bent 90° or more = maximum deduction)

slight lead-arm bend allowed on Tsukahara Vaults

SECOND FLIGHT PHASE

up to 0.10 INCORRECT FOOT FORM (flexed / sickled) INCORRECT LEG FORM

up to 0.10 Legs Crossed up to 0.20 Legs Separated up to 0.30 Legs Bent

INSUFFICIENT EXACTNESS OF BODY POSITION up to 0.30 Insufficient TUCK = min. 90° bend in hip & knees

Except twists in tuck position, allow open “puck” position up to 0.30 Insufficient PIKE = min. 90° bend in hips

91° – 135° = insufficient pike

up to 0.30

Insufficient STRETCH = 180°(ideal) Greater than 135° is considered stretched position Hip Angle 136° – 179° = Insufficient Stretch position or Arched Body Position

up to 0.30 FAILURE TO MAINTAIN STRETCHED BODY (pike down of stretched Vaults to facilitate landing)

INSUFFICIENT EXTENSION (OPEN) Before Landing up to 0.25 Insufficient and / or Late Extension (Tuck / Pike Vaults)

0.30 Total Absence of Extension (Tuck / Pike Vaults) 0.10 UNDER-ROTATION OF SALTO VAULTS

up to 0.20 BRUSH or HIT OF BODY ON TABLE during Post-Flight


up to 0.30 INSUFFICIENT LENGTH When evaluating length, consider size of the Gymnast, type of Vault, where the hands contact the Table, where the feet land and overall trajectory (amplitude) of the 2nd flight phase; not just the distance from where the Gymnast lands in relation to the end of the Vault Table.

up to 0.50 INSUFFICIENT HEIGHT

LANDING and

General

up to 0.20 INCORRECT BODY POSTURE ON LANDING No deduction TAKING UP TO 3 STEPS AFTER LANDING

up to 0.30 DEVIATION FROM A STRAIGHT DIRECTION, determined by initial contact with the mat

up to 0.30 INSUFFICIENT DYNAMICS 0.30 FALL UPON LANDING

VOID FAILURE TO LAND ON FEET FIRST

Elite Compulsory Bars – Page 1

2019-2020 OFFICIAL Elite Compulsory – UNEVEN BARS Updated and approved by the IEC—9-23-19—from the Judges’ Course

Updated and approved by the IEC—1-23-20 Please note:

• The figures are a GUIDELINE to assist with learning the routines. There is flexibility within the text of the routines to allow for choices in technique. NOT ALL of the choices are shown in the pictures. When in doubt, follow the written word of the text.


• When elements are listed as “a. b. c.” etc., it means the gymnast has a choice of which element to perform.


• The direction of ½ (180°) TURNS may be reversed, and are indicated by an asterisk (*). • Skills can be considered for additional bonus if indicated by TWO (2) asterisks (**). • Routines must be performed according to FIG apparatus specifications. Refer to USA

Gymnastics Rules and Policies. • If, after the completion of the last event, an athlete’s AA score is a maximum of 0.10 less than the

qualifying score to Hopes Classic, American Classic, and US Classic (NOT applicable to Hopes Championships or US Championships), the coach may submit an inquiry for the gymnast’s lowest scoring event in order that the athlete be considered for qualification purposes. Any change of score is official and is included in the final results.

Starting Position: The gymnast begins from a stand inside the bars (on the mat or a board) facing the low bar.


1. GLIDE KIP (0.20), CAST TO HANDSTAND (0.80)

Jump from both feet and swing the body forward with legs together (PIKED) or STRADDLED to execute a GLIDE KIP. With the shoulders slightly in front of the bar, immediately execute a CAST TO HANDSTAND with legs together showing a straight body position with the head neutral at the completion of the HANDSTAND. GLIDE KIP (0.20)

Up to 0.10 Insufficient extension of the glide (stretched hip angle) Each Up to 0.30 Bent arms / legs CAST TO HANDSTAND (0.80) Each Up to 0.30 Bent arms / legs

Up to 0.20 Leg separation 0.50 Performing a piked or straddled cast

Up to 0.20 Failure to maintain straight body throughout Failure to complete Handstand (Up to vertical)

No deduction • Up to 10° from Vertical 0.10 • 11° - 20° from Vertical 0.20 • 21° - 30° from Vertical 0.30 • 31° or more from Vertical


2. GLIDE KIP (0.20), CAST TO HANDSTAND WITH (*) ½ (180°) TURN (1.00)

At the completion of the CAST TO HANDSTAND, lower down from vertical to execute a forward GLIDE swing, PIKED or STRADDLED. Maintain flat hips while lowering out of the HANDSTAND (figure 1). At the completion of the GLIDE swing, lift the feet to the bar to execute a GLIDE KIP. With the shoulders slightly in front of the bar, immediately execute a CAST TO HANDSTAND WITH ½ (180°) TURN with legs together showing a straight body position with the head neutral with legs together. The technique for ½ (180°) TURN is optional.

GLIDE KIP (0.20) Up to 0.10 Insufficient extension of the glide (stretched hip angle)

Each Up to 0.30 Bent arms / legs CAST TO HANDSTAND WITH ½ (180°) TURN (1.00) Each Up to 0.30 Bent arms / legs

Up to 0.20 Leg separation 0.50 Performing a piked or straddled cast

Up to 0.20 Failure to maintain straight body throughout Up to the value of the element

Failure to complete Handstand ½ (180°) TURN in vertical

No deduction • Up to 20° from Vertical 0.05 – 0.10 • 21° - 30° from Vertical 0.15 – 0.20 • 31° - 45° from Vertical 0.25 – 0.30 • 46° or more from Vertical

0.50 • Failure to perform the ½ (180°) turn See General Repeating a Glide Kip Cast Handstand


No deduction for repetition

Gymnast falls on Cast Handstand ½ Turn and repeats the element. (Re-start judging at the point of interruption. Do not deduct for execution errors on the 2nd attempt.)

3a. CLEAR HIP CIRCLE TO HANDSTAND (0.80), CLEAR HIP CIRCLE TO HANDSTAND (0.80)

(**) 0.20 BONUS IF THE 1ST CIRCLE IS DIRECTLY connected to the CAST TO HANDSTAND WITH 1/2 (180°) TURN. No Bonus will be awarded if a fall occurs. If the CAST TO HANDSTAND WITH 1/2 (180°) TURN and first CIRCLE SKILL are not directly connected, the gymnast is allowed an additional Glide Kip Cast to Handstand with no deduction for adding extra elements. However, appropriate execution deductions will be applied. Execute a CLEAR HIP CIRCLE, finishing in a HANDSTAND with the body extended. Maintain straight arms and legs throughout. Initiate a second CLEAR HIP CIRCLE, finishing in a HANDSTAND with the body extended. Maintain straight arms and legs throughout.

If the gymnast does not directly connect the two circles and performs a Glide Kip Cast to Handstand BETWEEN the two circles, deduct 0.30 for adding an extra element.


CLEAR HIP CIRCLE TO HANDSTAND (0.80), CLEAR HIP CIRCLE TO HANDSTAND (0.80)

No deduction. Deduct only execution.

Adding a Glide Kip cast Handstand before the Clear Hip Circle to Handstand

Each Up to 0.30 Bent arms / legs Each Up to 0.20 Laboring or struggling to vertical Each Up to 0.20 Failure to maintain straight body throughout Each Up to 0.40 Failure to complete element to Handstand (Up to vertical)

Failure to complete Handstand (Up to vertical) No deduction ● Up to 10° from Vertical

0.10 ● 11° - 20° from Vertical 0.20 ● 21° - 30° from Vertical 0.30 ● 31° - 45° from Vertical 0.40 ● 46° or more from Vertical

3b. STALDER CIRCLE BACKWARD TO HANDSTAND (0.80), STALDER CIRCLE BACKWARD TO HANDSTAND (0.80)

(**) 0.20 BONUS IF THE 1ST CIRCLE IS DIRECTLY connected to the CAST TO HANDSTAND WITH 1/2 (180°) TURN. No Bonus will be awarded if a fall occurs.


If the CAST TO HANDSTAND WITH 1/2 (180°) TURN and first CIRCLE SKILL are not directly connected, the gymnast is allowed an additional Glide Kip Cast to Handstand with no deduction for adding extra elements. However, appropriate execution deductions will be applied. Execute a BACKWARD STALDER CIRCLE, finishing in a HANDSTAND with the body extended. Maintain straight arms and legs throughout. Initiate a second BACKWARD STALDER CIRCLE, finishing in a HANDSTAND with the body extended. Maintain straight arms and legs throughout.

If the gymnast does not directly connect the two circles and performs a glide kip Cast to Handstand BETWEEN the two circles, deduct 0.30 for adding an extra element. STALDER CIRCLE BACKWARD TO HANDSTAND (0.80), STALDER CIRCLE BACKWARD TO HANDSTAND (0.80)


Adding a Glide Kip cast Handstand before the Stalder Circle Backward to Handstand

Each Up to 0.30 Bent arms / legs Each Up to 0.20 Laboring or struggling to vertical Each Up to 0.20 Failure to attain straight body in vertical Each Up to 0.40 Failure to complete element to Handstand (Up to vertical)

3c. BACKWARD SOLE CIRCLE TO HANDSTAND (0.80), BACKWARD SOLE CIRCLE TO HANDSTAND (0.80)


(**) 0.20 BONUS IF THE 1ST CIRCLE IS DIRECTLY connected to the CAST TO HANDSTAND WITH 1/2 (180°) TURN. No Bonus will be awarded if a fall occurs. If the CAST TO HANDSTAND WITH 1/2 (180°) TURN and first CIRCLE SKILL are not directly connected, the gymnast is allowed an additional Glide Kip Cast to Handstand with no deduction for adding extra elements. However, appropriate execution deductions will be applied. Execute a BACKWARD SOLE CIRCLE, finishing in a HANDSTAND with the body extended. Maintain straight arms and legs throughout. Initiate a second BACKWARD SOLE CIRCLE, finishing in a HANDSTAND with the body extended. Maintain straight arms and legs throughout.

If the gymnast does not directly connect the two circles and performs a glide kip Cast to Handstand BETWEEN the two circles, deduct 0.30 for adding an extra element.

BACKWARD SOLE CIRCLE TO HANDSTAND (0.80), BACKWARD SOLE CIRCLE TO HANDSTAND (0.80)


Adding a Glide Kip cast Handstand before the Backward Sole Circle to Handstand


3d. CLEAR PIKED BACKWARD SOLE CIRCLE TO HANDSTAND (0.80), CLEAR PIKED BACKWARD SOLE CIRCLE TO HANDSTAND (0.80)


(**) 0.20 BONUS IF THE 1ST CIRCLE IS DIRECTLY connected to the CAST TO HANDSTAND WITH 1/2 (180°) TURN. No Bonus will be awarded if a fall occurs. If the CAST TO HANDSTAND WITH 1/2 (180°) TURN and first CIRCLE SKILL are not directly connected, the gymnast is allowed an additional Glide Kip Cast to Handstand with no deduction for adding extra elements. However, appropriate execution deductions will be applied. Execute a CLEAR PIKED BACKWARD SOLE CIRCLE, finishing in a HANDSTAND with the body extended. Maintain straight arms and legs throughout. Initiate a second CLEAR PIKED BACKWARD SOLE CIRCLE, finishing in a HANDSTAND with the body extended. Maintain straight arms and legs throughout.

If the gymnast does not directly connect the two circles and performs a glide kip Cast to Handstand BETWEEN the two circles, deduct 0.30 for adding an extra element.

CLEAR PIKED BACKWARD SOLE CIRCLE TO HANDSTAND (0.80), CLEAR PIKED BACKWARD SOLE CIRCLE TO HANDSTAND (0.80)


Adding a Glide Kip cast Handstand before the Clear Piked Backward Sole Circle to Handstand


3e. TWO (2) DIFFERENT CIRCLE ELEMENTS FROM ABOVE (3a or 3b or 3c or 3d) (Each 0.80) Refer to 3a, 3b, 3c, 3d for illustrations.


(**) 0.20 BONUS IF THE 1ST CIRCLE IS DIRECTLY connected to the CAST TO HANDSTAND WITH 1/2 (180°) TURN. No Bonus will be awarded if a fall occurs. If the CAST TO HANDSTAND WITH 1/2 (180°) TURN and first CIRCLE SKILL are not directly connected, the gymnast is allowed an additional Glide Kip Cast to Handstand with no deduction for adding extra elements. However, appropriate execution deductions will be applied. (**) 0.20 ADDITIONAL BONUS for DIRECTLY CONNECTING Two (2) DIFFERENT CIRCLE ELEMENTS If the gymnast does not directly connect the two circles and performs a glide kip Cast to Handstand BETWEEN the two circles, deduct 0.30 for adding an extra element. No Bonus will be awarded if a fall occurs or when CIRCLE SKILLS are not directly connected. 4. BACKWARD SOLE CIRCLE (0.40), LONG HANG KIP (0.20), CAST TO HANDSTAND (0.80)

If not directly connected from the Circle element, the gymnast is allowed an additional Glide Kip Cast to Handstand with no deduction for adding extra elements. However, appropriate execution and amplitude deductions of the Cast will be applied. Execute a BACKWARD SOLE CIRCLE. From the pike position on the low bar, immediately jump forward to execute a LONG HANG KIP.


With the shoulders slightly in front of the bar, immediately execute a CAST TO HANDSTAND with legs together showing a straight body position with the head neutral at the completion of the HANDSTAND.

BACKWARD SOLE CIRCLE (0.40) No deduction. Deduct

only execution. Adding a Glide Kip cast Handstand before the Backward Sole Circle

0.20 Bent legs before the completion of the circle LONG HANG KIP (0.20)

Up to 0.10 Insufficient extension of forward swing (stretched hip angle) Each Up to 0.30 Bent arms / legs

CAST TO HANDSTAND (0.80) Each Up to 0.30 Bent arms / legs

Up to 0.20 Leg separation 0.50 Performing a straddled cast

Up to 0.20 Failure to maintain straight body throughout Failure to complete element to Handstand (Up to vertical)

No deduction • Up to 10° from Vertical 0.10 • 11° - 20° from Vertical 0.20 • 21° - 30° from Vertical 0.30 • 31° or more from Vertical

5a. BACKWARD GIANT CIRCLE TO HANDSTAND WITH (*) ½ (180°) TURN (1.00)

While maintaining an open the shoulder angle, push backward, maintaining a hollow-body position as the downward-forward swing begins. The legs are allowed to remain together or straddled on the downward swing. Either above the low bar OR as the feet pass the low bar, relax the hollow position to an arch. Maintain this arched position through the bottom (under the high bar) and aggressively kick forward-upward toward vertical to execute a BACKWARD GIANT CIRCLE TO HANDSTAND. The head remains


neutral. Either BEFORE or IN vertical, execute a ½ (180°) TURN in either direction to finish in an under-grip (reverse) or “L” grip. The completion of the turn must be in the vertical.

BACKWARD GIANT CIRCLE TO HANDSTAND WITH (*) ½ (180°) TURN (1.00) Each Up to 0.30 Bent arms / legs

0.20 Failure to show open hips in the bottom of the swing (piked) Up to 0.20 Failure to finish with a straight body in vertical Up to 1.00

(value of element) Failure to complete element through handstand to include the ½ (180°) Turn

Horizontal = 0.50 i.e. Back Giant ½ turn to Horizontal (Swing ½ turn) 0.50 Failure to perform the ½ (180°) turn i.e. Backward Giant to handstand with

no attempt to turn Failure to complete ½ (180°) TURN in vertical (finishes after vertical)

No deduction • Up to 20° from Vertical 0.05 – 0.10 • 21° - 30° from Vertical 0.15 – 0.20 • 31° - 45° from Vertical 0.25 – 0.30 • 46° or more from Vertical

5b. CLEAR HIP CIRCLE TO HANDSTAND WITH (*) ½ (180°) (1.00)

Execute a CLEAR HIP CIRCLE, finishing in a HANDSTAND with the body extended. Maintain straight arms and legs throughout. Either BEFORE or IN vertical, execute a ½ (180°) TURN in either direction to finish in an under-grip (reverse) or “L” grip. The completion of the turn must be in the vertical.


CLEAR HIP CIRCLE TO HANDSTAND WITH ½ (180°) TURN (1.00) Each Up to 0.30 Bent arms / legs

Up to 0.20 Failure to finish with a straight body in vertical Up to 1.00

(value of element) Failure to complete element through handstand to include the ½ (180°) Turn i.e. Clear hip circle to handstand with ½ turn, does not go through the vertical

0.50 Failure to perform the ½ (180°) turn i.e. Clear hip circle to handstand with no attempt to turn

Failure to complete ½ (180°) TURN in vertical (finishes after vertical) No deduction • Up to 20° from Vertical

0.05 – 0.10 • 21° - 30° from Vertical 0.15 – 0.20 • 31° - 45° from Vertical 0.25 – 0.30 • 46° or more from Vertical

5c. STALDER CIRCLE BACKWARD TO HANDSTAND WITH (*) ½ (180°) TURN (1.00)

Execute a BACKWARD STALDER CIRCLE, finishing in a HANDSTAND with the body extended. Maintain straight arms and legs throughout. Either BEFORE or IN vertical, execute a ½ (180°) TURN in either direction to finish in an under-grip (reverse) or “L” grip. The completion of the turn must be in the vertical.


STALDER CIRCLE BACKWARD TO HANDSTAND WITH ½ (180°) TURN (1.00) Each Up to 0.30 Bent arms / legs


(value of element)

Failure to complete element through handstand to include the ½ (180°) Turn i.e. Stalder Circle Backward to handstand with ½ turn, does not go through the vertical

0.50 Failure to perform the ½ (180°) turn i.e. Stalder Circle Backward to handstand with no attempt to turn



5d. BACKWARD SOLE CIRCLE TO HANDSTAND WITH (*) ½ (180°) TURN (1.00)

Execute a BACKWARD SOLE CIRCLE, finishing in a HANDSTAND with the body extended. Maintain straight arms and legs throughout. Either BEFORE or IN vertical, execute a ½ (180°) TURN in either direction to finish in an under-grip (reverse) or “L” grip. The completion of the turn must be in the vertical.


BACKWARD SOLE CIRCLE TO HANDSTAND WITH ½ (180°) TURN (1.00) Each Up to 0.30 Bent arms / legs


(value of element)

Failure to complete element through handstand to include the ½ (180°) Turn i.e. Backward Sole Circle to Handstand with ½ turn, does not go through the vertical

0.50 Failure to perform the ½ (180°) turn i.e. Backward Sole Circle to Handstand with no attempt to turn



5e. PIKED CLEAR BACKWARD SOLE CIRCLE TO HANDSTAND WITH (*) ½ (180°) TURN (1.00)

Execute a BACKWARD SOLE CIRCLE, finishing in a HANDSTAND with the body extended. Maintain straight arms and legs throughout. Either BEFORE or IN vertical, execute a ½ (180°) TURN in either direction to finish in an under-grip (reverse) or “L” grip. The completion of the turn must be in the vertical.


PIKED CLEAR BACKWARD SOLE CIRCLE TO HANDSTAND WITH ½ (180°) TURN (1.00) Each Up to 0.30 Bent arms / legs


(value of element) Failure to complete element through handstand to include the ½ (180°) Turn i.e. Piked Clear Backward Sole Circle to Handstand with ½ turn, does not go through the vertical

0.50 Failure to perform the ½ (180°) turn i.e. Piked Clear Backward Sole Circle to Handstand with no attempt to turn



6. FORWARD GIANT CIRCLE TO HANDSTAND (0.80), FORWARD GIANT CIRCLE TO HANDSTAND WITH (*) ½ (180°) TURN (1.00) The FORWARD GIANT CIRCLES may be performed in under-grip (reverse) or “L” grip.


While maintaining an open the shoulder angle, push forward, maintaining an extended body position as the downward-backward swing begins. The legs must remain together throughout the entire CIRCLE. Leading with the heels, slightly pike in the hips (enough to clear the low bar) above the low bar. Maintain this pike position through the bottom (under the high bar) and aggressively kick backward-upward toward vertical to execute a FORWARD GIANT CIRCLE TO HANDSTAND. The head remains neutral. Push forward, maintaining an extended body position to initiate a second FORWARD GIANT CIRCLE, finishing in a HANDSTAND with the body extended. Maintain straight arms and legs throughout. Either BEFORE or IN vertical, execute a ½ (180°) TURN in either direction to finish in an over-grip (regular) grip. The completion of the turn must be in the vertical.


FORWARD GIANT CIRCLE TO HANDSTAND (0.80) Only execution

deductions Performing a cast to handstand after a fall on the previous skill

Up to the value of the element

Horizontal = 0.50

Failure to complete element to Handstand on Forward Giant Circle to Handstand

Each Up to 0.30 Bent arms / legs Up to 0.20 Failure to show open shoulders throughout Each 0.30 Legs straddle on downswing Each 0.50 Legs straddle or hips piked on upswing Up to 0.20 Failure to finish with a straight body in vertical

Each Up to 0.20 Laboring or struggling to vertical FORWARD GIANT CIRCLE TO HANDSTAND WITH ½ (180°) TURN (1.00)

Up to 0.50 0.50

Failure to perform Forward Giant Circle to Handstand • Swings only to Horizontal

0.50 Gymnast performs the Front Giant to Handstand to any angle, but does not perform the ½ turn.



0.30 Plus execution

Performing a Cast Handstand with ½ (180°) Turn after a failed attempt at the Front Giant Circle to Handstand with 180° turn. (Adding an element)

7. BACKWARD GIANT CIRCLE TO HANDSTAND (0.80)


While maintaining an open the shoulder angle, push backward, maintaining a hollow-body position as the downward-forward swing begins. The legs are allowed to remain together or straddled on the downward swing. Either above the low bar OR as the feet pass the low bar, relax the hollow position to an arch. Maintain this arched position through the bottom (under the high bar) and aggressively kick forward-upward toward vertical to execute a BACKWARD GIANT CIRCLE TO HANDSTAND. The head remains neutral. The technique performing the element as an “accelerated GIANT CIRCLE” with a hollow body shape through vertical is acceptable. BACKWARD GIANT CIRCLE TO HANDSTAND (0.80) Each Up to 0.30 Bent arms / legs

0.20 Failure to show open hips in the bottom of the swing (piked) Up to 0.20 Failure to finish with a straight body in vertical Up to 0.40 Failure to complete element to Handstand (Up to vertical)

8a. FLYAWAY STRETCHED / HOLLOW DISMOUNT (1.00)

Additional matting is suggested. While maintaining an open the shoulder angle, push backward, maintaining a hollow-body position as the downward-forward swing begins. The legs are allowed to remain together or straddled on the downward swing. Either above the low bar OR as the feet pass the low bar, relax the hollow position to an arch. Maintain this arched position through the bottom (under the high bar) and aggressively kick forward-upward with legs/feet together to a hollow-body position with the head neutral, focusing on the toes.


As the feet approach the level of the high bar, release the bar with an open shoulder angle, maintaining a neutral head position. The body continues to rise to execute a FLYAWAY DISMOUNT, with the hips performed at a minimum of high bar height in a STRETCHED / HOLLOW POSITION. Land on the back onto stack mats or into a pit surface OR Land on both feet in demi-plié. Upon landing: A coach is allowed to assist (spot) the landing.

FLYAWAY STRETCHED / HOLLOW DISMOUNT (1.00) Up to 0.30 Bent legs

0.20 Failure to show open hips in the bottom of the swing (piked) Up to 0.50 Failure to maintain straight or hollow body throughout (no arch allowed) Up to 0.30 Insufficient height of FLYAWAY (hips should be above bar height)

LANDING DEDUCTIONS-Evaluated based only on body position at the point of arrival on the mat.

Up to 0.20 Incorrect posture on landing No deduction Backward motion or over rotation to the back is allowed No deduction Coach spots on landing

8b. DOUBLE FLYAWAY STRETCHED / HOLLOW DISMOUNT (1.00)

Additional matting is suggested.


Note: The gymnast is allowed to perform Two (2) BACKWARD GIANT CIRCLES prior to the DOUBLE FLYAWAY STRETCHED / HOLLOW without receiving a deduction for the additional skill. However, appropriate execution deductions will be applied. While maintaining an open the shoulder angle, push backward, maintaining a hollow-body position as the downward-forward swing begins. The legs are allowed to remain together or straddled on the downward swing. Either above the low bar OR as the feet pass the low bar, relax the hollow position to an arch. Maintain this arched position through the bottom (under the high bar) and aggressively kick forward-upward with legs/feet together to a hollow-body position with the head neutral, focusing on the toes. As the feet approach the level of the high bar, release the bar with an open shoulder angle, maintaining a neutral head position. The body continues to rise to execute a DOUBLE FLYAWAY STRETCHED DISMOUNT, with the hips performed at a minimum of high bar height in a STRETCHED / HOLLOW POSITION. Land on both feet in demi-plié. Upon landing: A coach is allowed to assist (spot) the landing.

DOUBLE FLYAWAY STRETCHED / HOLLOW DISMOUNT (1.00) Up to 0.30 Bent legs

0.20 Failure to show open hips in the bottom of the swing (piked) Up to 0.50 Failure to maintain straight or hollow body throughout (no arch allowed) Up to 0.30 Insufficient height of DOUBLE FLYAWAY (hips should be above bar height)

LANDING DEDUCTIONS-Evaluated based only on body position at the point of arrival on the mat.

Up to 0.20 Incorrect posture on landing No deduction Backward motion or over rotation to the back is allowed No deduction Coach spots on landing


UNEVEN BARS General Deductions / Judging Guidelines

Refer to the JO Code of Points for additional General Execution Deductions

Deductions for form / execution MAY NOT exceed the assigned Value of the Element. Falls will be in addition to execution errors. A clear attempt at a BONUS element / connection regardless of execution errors WILL receive BONUS. NO BONUS will be awarded if there is a FALL.

0.50 Falls Value of the element

PLUS 0.50 Omitting an element


Incomplete element. See individual boxes for specifics.

0.30 Adding an element (when not allowed) or performing elements out of order

Value of the element plus 0.50 for the spot

Spotting to assist the completion of an element

0.20 Verbal coaching an athlete during a routine. 0.30 Not performing the routine according to FIG apparatus specifications


Repeating element(s) after a FALL (i.e. Cast Handstand-FALL past vertical, Cast Handstand, Backward Giant)

Each 0.30 Repeating an element without a FALL (i.e. Glide Kip-Cast Handstand, Glide Kip-Cast Handstand, Glide Kip-Cast Handstand ½ turn) Only count Glide Kip Cast Handstand as One (1) element if repeated.

Up to 0.40 Amplitude of Circle skills (Use JO deductions for Clear Hip Circle.)

Elite Compulsory Beam – Page 1

2019-2020 OFFICIAL Elite Compulsory – BALANCE BEAM Updated and approved by the IEC—9-23-19—from the Judges’ Course


• The figures are a GUIDELINE to assist with learning the routines. There is flexibility within the text of the routines to allow for choices. NOT ALL of the choices are shown in the pictures. When in doubt, follow the written word of the text.


• When elements are listed as “a. b. c.” etc. it means the gymnast has a choice of which element to perform.

• In order to accommodate the performance of the next sequence, the gymnast is allowed to walk to the end of the Beam with no deduction.

• No specific mount is listed. The mount is optional.



• Arm positions are to be executed to allow the gymnast to show the best posture to suit her level of flexibility and body composition. There is no deduction for specificity of arm positions as long as good posture is shown and the guidelines below are followed.

o If an arm position or pathway is not specifically noted in the text, it is optional. o Whenever high position arms are indicated, arms may be:

§ Curved overhead (crown) or slightly back with the shoulders pressed down. § Straight overhead or pressed back behind the head with the rib cage flat

and pressed down. § Straight with the arms pressed back and out sideward in diagonal line with

the rib cage flat and pressed down. o Whenever side-middle position arms are indicated, arms may be:

§ Directly side of the shoulders with the shoulders down with the rib cage flat and pressed down.

§ Slightly above or below and pressed back behind the shoulders with the rib cage flat and pressed down.

o Whenever sideward-diagonally-upward position arms are indicated, arms may be: § Directly side of the shoulders with the shoulders down with the rib cage flat

and pressed down.


§ Arms pressed back behind the shoulders with the rib cage flat and pressed down.

• Whenever the text states to “step,” the proper dance technique is to step through the foot (toe, ball, heel) with the feet turned out slightly.

• The sequences may be reversed in its entirety; however, no single element may be reversed, unless indicated by an asterisk (*).

• Skills can be considered for additional bonus if indicated by Two (2) asterisks (**). Starting Position: The gymnast begins at the end of the beam in a relevé lock stand with the Right foot placed in front of the Left foot. ARMS: Side-middle.

If reversing the LEG KICKS, begin with the Left foot in front and step forward Left.

1. (*) LEG KICKS: FORWARD (0.40), SIDEWARD (0.40), BACKWARD (0.40), NEEDLE KICK (0.40)

All kicks should be ballistic, dynamically kicking both up and down. Step forward onto a straight Right leg in relevé. Swing the Left leg forward to a minimum of shoulder height. At the height of the kick, the Left knee should be at the same height of the Left shoulder. When the LEG KICK FORWARD reaches its highest point, pull the Left leg down quickly and return to a lock stand with the Left foot in front of the Right foot. Step forward Left and repeat the LEG KICK FORWARD with the Right leg finishing in a relevé lock stand with the Right foot in front of the Left foot. Both legs remain straight with the hips squared throughout.


ARMS: Remain in side-middle. Step forward onto a straight Right leg in relevé. Swing the Left leg sideward to a minimum of shoulder height. (The leg should be kicked behind the arm placed directly to the side or slightly behind the shoulder.) When the LEG KICK SIDEWARD reaches its highest point, pull the Left leg down quickly and return to a lock stand with the Left foot in front of the Right foot. Step forward Left and repeat the LEG KICK SIDEWARD with the Right leg finishing in a relevé lock stand with the Right foot in front of the Left foot. Both legs remain straight with the hips squared throughout. ARMS: Remain in side-middle. Step forward onto a straight Right leg in relevé. ARMS: Begin circling both arms backward-downward to low. Swing the Left leg backward to a minimum of shoulder height. When the LEG KICK BACKWARD reaches its highest point, pull the Left leg down quickly and return to a lock stand with the Right foot in front of the Left foot. ARMS: Continue circling both arms forward-upward to high. Step forward Left and repeat the LEG KICK BACKWARD with the Right leg finishing in a relevé lock stand with the Left foot in front of the Right foot. Both legs remain straight with the hips squared throughout. ARMS: Repeat the circling action by moving both arms backward-downward-forward-upward to crown. Step forward onto a straight Right leg (not in relevé). Swing the Left leg backward-upward to a minimum of 180° split. When the NEEDLE KICK reaches its highest point, pull the Left leg down quickly and return to a lock stand with the Right foot in front of the Left foot in relevé. ARMS: Remain in high.

LEG KICKS: FORWARD (0.40), SIDEWARD (0.40), BACKWARD (0.40) (Each category/direction is worth 0.40, NOT per Kick)

Each 0.05 Failure to close / finish each Kick with the foot in front on Forward & Sideward Kicks

Each 0.05 Failure to close / finish each Kick with the foot in back on Backward Kicks Each Up to 0.10 Insufficient Dynamics on Kicks Each Up to 0.10 Insufficient alignment on Kicks (i.e. Sideward kicks performed too forward) Each Up to 0.10 Failure to kick in relevé

Up to 0.30 Bent legs Up to 0.10 Poor footwork

Each Up to 0.20 Incorrect Posture with extended arms Each Up to 0.20 Insufficient height on kicks (shoulder height required)


NEEDLE KICK (0.40) 0.05 Failure to close / finish Kick with the foot in back

Up to 0.10 Insufficient Dynamics Up to 0.30 Bent legs Up to 0.10 Poor footwork Up to 0.20 Straight body line from hands to feet throughout lever and step in Up to 0.20 Insufficient split (180° required) If reversing the SISSONNE and SPLIT JUMP, step forward with the Left foot and close the Right foot behind the Left foot.

2. (*) SISSONNE (180°) (0.40), SPLIT JUMP (180º) (0.40)

Demi-plié both legs with flat hips. ARMS: Lower sideward-downward to low or backward-downward to backward-diagonally low. Extend both legs through the hips, knees, ankles, and toes to execute a SISSONNE, showing a minimum of 180° diagonal leg separation with the Right leg extended forward and the Left leg extended backward. Land on Right leg in demi-plié, with the Left leg extended backward and turned out in a low arabesque position. ARMS: Lift both arms sideward-upward to side-middle. Close the Left foot in front of OR behind the Right foot with legs slightly bent or in demi-plié. ARMS: Lower sideward-downward or circle both arms backward-downward to backward-diagonally low. Jump OR punch off the beam, extending both legs through the hips, knees, ankles, and toes to execute a SPLIT JUMP with a minimum of 180º even leg separation with the Right leg forward, Left leg behind. Land on both feet in demi-plié, pressing through the balls of the feet to lower the heels toward the beam. ARMS: Lift sideward-upward to side-middle during the SPLIT JUMP. The Arms may remain in side-middle OR lower anywhere from side-middle to low on the landing of the JUMP. The emphasis is on good height and posture in both jumps. Extend both legs to finish in a straight stand. ARMS: Lift both arms sideward-upward to high.


SISSONNE (0.40) Up to 0.20 Insufficient height Up to 0.30 Bent legs Up to 0.10 Poor footwork Up to 0.20 Incorrect Posture with extended arms Up to 0.20 Insufficient split (180° required)

0.10 Split not on the diagonal line 0.30 Reversing the order of the JUMPS

SPLIT JUMP (0.40) Up to 0.20 Insufficient height Up to 0.30 Legs bent Up to 0.20 Incorrect Posture with extended arms Up to 0.20 Insufficient split (180° required)

0.10 Split not on the horizontal line Up to 0.20

0.20 Tempo / Continuity of connection Complete break of connection

If reversing the ½ (180°) PIVOT TURN, step forward Right and close the Left foot behind the Right foot.

3. (*) ½ (180°) PIVOT TURN (0.20), (*) HORIZONTAL LEG BALANCE (0.40)

Step forward Left in relevé and close the Right foot behind the Left foot in relevé lock stand. ARMS: High. Execute a quick/sharp ½ (180°) PIVOT TURN to the Right in relevé. Maintain straight body alignment and high relevé throughout. ARMS: High.

PIVOT TURN (0.20) Up to 0.10 Failure to start and finish in high relevé Up to 0.20 Incorrect Posture with extended arms

If reversing the HORIZONTAL LEG BALANCE, step forward Right and lift the Left foot.


Step forward onto a straight Left leg (not in relevé). Lift the Right leg forward to a minimum of HORIZONTAL. Press to relevé. Hold Two (2) seconds. ARMS: Remain high.

HORIZONTAL LEG BALANCE (0.40) Up to 0.20 Incorrect Posture Up to 0.10 Insufficient height of Leg in Balance Up to 0.20 Failure to hold two (2) seconds in high relevé

If reversing the SWITCH-LEG LEAP, take two steps into the LEAP.

4. (*) SWITCH-LEG LEAP (180°) (0.80), STRAIGHT LEG SKIP (0.40)

Take one, two or three steps forward and then swing the Left leg forward-upward to a minimum of 45° and push off the beam with the Right leg. While in flight, dynamically swing the Left leg backward while simultaneously swinging the Right leg forward to execute a SWITCH-LEG LEAP with a minimum of 180° even leg separation in flight. Land on the Right leg in demi-plié with the Left leg extended backward passing through a low arabesque position. The emphasis is on good upper body posture with extend arms and legs. ARMS: Optional on the steps and LEAP. Step forward onto the Left foot through demi-plié. Swing the Right leg forward-upward to a minimum of horizontal while simultaneously pushing off the beam, extending the Left leg through the hip, knee, ankle and toes to execute a STRAIGHT LEG SKIP. (It is acceptable for this transition to be more of a PUNCH action rather than a jump between the SWITCH-LEG LEAP and STRAIGHT LEG SKIP). Land in demi-plié on the Left foot. As the gymnast lands, continue to lift the Right leg above horizontal increasing the split of the legs. ARMS: On the forward step, lower both arms sideward-downward to low OR reach backward-downward to low. On the hop, lift the arms forward-upward to high and remain in high on landing. Step forward onto the Right foot and close the feet side by side or one foot in front of the other. ARMS: Arms remain high.


SWITCH SPLIT LEAP (180°) (0.80) to STRAIGHT LEG SKIP (0.40) Each Up to 0.20 Insufficient height

Up to 0.30 Legs bent Up to 0.20 Incorrect Posture with extended arms Up to 0.10 Failure to swing take off leg forward a minimum of 45° into

SWITCH LEAP Up to 0.20 Insufficient split (180° required) Up to 0.20 Insufficient height of leg on STRAIGHT LEG SKIP Up to 0.20


5a. BACKWARD SALTO TUCKED (1.00)

Bend and extend the knees to jump upward-backward off the beam lifting the hips and knees forward-upward to achieve a minimum of 90° tuck position (hip and knee angle). Hand grasp of the legs is optional. Continue to rotate upward and backward as the hips rotate over the head to execute the BACKWARD SALTO TUCKED. Land in demi-plié on both feet with the Right foot in front and chest up over the hips. ARMS: Optional on entrance of the SALTO. Lift both arms to high after landing.

5b. BACKWARD SALTO PIKED (1.00)

Bend and extend the knees to jump upward-backward off the beam lifting the hips and knees forward-upward to achieve a minimum of 90° pike position (hip angle) or pike position (hip angle). Hand grasp of the legs is optional. Continue to rotate upward and backward as the hips rotate over the head to execute the BACKWARD SALTO TUCKED OR PIKED. Land in demi-plié on both feet with the Right foot in front and chest up over the hips.


ARMS: Optional on entrance of the SALTO. Lift both arms to high after landing.

BACKWARD SALTO TUCKED OR PIKED (1.00) Up to 0.30 Insufficient height and extension of jump with hip lift Up to 0.20 Insufficient shape of SALTO Up to 0.20 Incorrect Posture with control on landing

If reversing the ½ (180°) TURN, point the Left foot forward.

6. (*) ½ (180°) TURN (0.20), (*) 1/1 (360°) TURN (0.40)

Point the Right foot forward. Transfer the weight onto the Right foot and execute a ½ (180°) TURN to the Right. The preparation and leg position are optional. ARMS: Optional for the preparation. High during the turn. Immediately step forward Left out of the turn and point the Right foot forward. Transfer the weight onto the Right foot and execute a 1/1 (360°) TURN to the Right. The preparation and leg position are optional. ARMS: Optional for the preparation. High during the turn. Step forward Left out of the turn and point the Right foot forward on the beam. ARMS: Remain High on the finish.

½ (180°) TURN (0.20), 1/1 (360°) TURN (0.40) Each Up to 0.10 Failure to show exactness of the TURN

Up to 0.10 Failure to start and finish in high relevé Up to 0.10 Failure to show control at the completion of the turn Up to 0.20 Incorrect Posture

If reversing the BACK WALKOVER, step forward Right and point the Left foot forward.


7. (*) BACK WALKOVER (180°) (0.80), STRETCH JUMP (0.40) (**) 0.20 BONUS awarded for handstand split held for Two (2) seconds at vertical. Passing over the vertical before returning to hold will not receive bonus.

Lift the Right leg forward-upward to a minimum of horizontal. Arch the upper back to reach backward, to grasp the beam with the hands side by side, thumbs on top of the beam. (Hand position is optional.) As the Left foot pushes off the beam, push the shoulders over the hands to execute a BACK WALKOVER, passing through OR holding a handstand position with a minimum of 180º, shoulders extended, and focus on the hands. Step down to finish on a straight (or slightly bent) Left leg and close Right foot (slight bent leg acceptable) behind the Left foot. Immediately jump or punch off the both feet to execute a STRETCH JUMP. Land in demi-plié. ARMS: Remain in high position throughout. Extend both legs and immediately push to relevé on both feet. ARMS: Remain in high position.

BACK WALKOVER (180°) (0.80) Up to 0.10 Failure to lift leg to a minimum of horizontal Up to 0.30 Legs bent Up to 0.20 Insufficient split with control through handstand phase Up to 0.20 Incorrect posture on BACK WALKOVER (straight body line from

hands to feet) STRETCH JUMP (0.40)

Up to 0.20 Incorrect posture on STRETCH JUMP (straight body line through pointed feet)

Up to 0.20 Insufficient height on STRETCH JUMP Up to 0.20


If reversing the FRONT WALKOVER OR FRONT HANDSPRING WALKOUT, point the Left foot forward.


8a. (*) FRONT WALKOVER (180°) (0.80)

Point the Right foot forward. Transfer the weight onto the Right foot to execute a mountain climber entrance (figure 2) on the Right leg. Lift the Left leg backward-upward overhead, while reaching down to place the hands, side-by-side, on the beam. Continue this leg lift action to pass through a split handstand (180°) with focus on the hands. Continue to open the shoulder angle past the hands and arch the upper back, lowering the Left leg toward the beam to arrive in a Bridge position on the Left foot with straight arms. Press the Left hip and thigh forward, push from the hands and stand up to close the Right foot in front of the Left foot both with both feet parallel to execute a FRONT WALKOVER.

ARMS: Remain in high position throughout and on the finish.

FRONT WALKOVER (0.80) Up to 0.30 Legs bent Up to 0.20 Insufficient split with control through handstand phase Up to 0.20 Incorrect posture (straight arms with open shoulder angle)

8b. (*) FRONT HANDSPRING STEP - OUT (0.80)

Point the Right foot forward. Transfer the weight onto the Right foot to execute a “mountain climber entrance” (figure 2) on the Right leg. Reach both hands forward and place them on the beam, while kicking the Left leg backward-upward overhead. As the hands contact the beam, forcefully extend through the shoulders creating a powerful backward-upward movement. While keeping the focus on the hands, rotate the body in a tight stretched position to execute a FRONT HANDSPRING STEP-OUT. Land on the Left foot and close the Right foot in front of the Left foot to finish in a straight stand. ARMS: Remain in high position throughout and on the finish.


FRONT HANDSPRING (0.80) Up to 0.30 Legs bent Up to 0.20 Insufficient dynamics Up to 0.20 Incorrect posture (straight arms with open shoulder angle)

9. (*) FLIC-FLAC STEP IN, FLIC-FLAC STEP IN/OUT SERIES (1.00 each)

FOOT PLACEMENT INTO THE FLIC-FLAC STEP IN (Optional). Close the feet to stand with feet side by side OR one foot in front of the other. Prepare, then lean backward, bending and extending the knees to jump backward off the beam onto the hands in an inverted stretched body position. Push off of the beam with the arms and shoulders; separate the legs to step down onto the Right leg using a levering action to execute a FLIC-FLAC STEP IN. The timing of the split is optional. Step down on a straight (or slightly bent) Right leg and close the Left behind the Right foot. Immediately jump into a second FLIC-FLAC. Step down from the second FLIC-FLAC STEP IN/OUT to finish on a straight (or slightly bent) Right leg and immediately close Left behind the Right foot and finish with both legs straight and feet flat on the beam (figure 10) OR to finish in a Right lunge, pressing the Right knee and both hips forward (figure 11). HAND POSITION ON THE BEAM (Optional). ARMS: The movement pattern of the arm swing to initiate the FLIC-FLAC STEP IN is optional. Maintain high throughout both elements and as the step down occurs. High on the finish.

FLIC FLAC SERIES (1.00 Each) Up to 0.30 Legs bent Up to 0.30 Arms bent Up to 0.20 Incorrect posture throughout (straight arms with open shoulder angle)

0.30 Failure to connect the ACRO series


10a. (*) ROUND-OFF (0.80), BACKWARD SALTO TUCKED DISMOUNT (1.00)

The gymnast is allowed to move backward and adjust her placement to prepare for the dismount without any deduction.

Aggressively walk (no specific number of steps) and hurdle. Step forward through the ball of the Right foot and execute a “mountain climber entrance” with the Right foot in front of the Left foot. Kick the left leg backward-upward maintaining a straight line from the hands, torso, and Left leg while reaching for the beam. Continue this action kicking the Left leg backward-upward as the torso lowers. Reach forward to place the Right hand sideways on the beam as the body turn 90° Left. Place the Left hand on the beam sideways or slightly turned in (hands shoulder-width apart) as the Right leg pushes off the floor to execute a ROUND-OFF Right. The head remains in alignment, with the shoulder and hip angle open, and focus under the left arm in order to see the beam. Turn 90° inward to snap both feet down to the beam. Snap the body up to finish in a straight stand in relevé. (The placement of the feet on landing is optional.) ARMS: High. Upon landing the ROUND-OFF on the balls of the feet, immediately rebound (punch) with the body straight, the head neutral, and the arms reaching upward. As the body rises, (leaving the beam by vertical), lift the knees forward-upward towards the hands to achieve a minimum of a 90º tuck position (hip and knee angle). Hand grasp of the legs is optional. Continue to rotate upward and backward as the hips rotate over the head to execute a BACKWARD SALTO TUCKED. In preparation for the landing, extend the body from the tucked position. Land in demi-plié with the chest up. The gymnast is NOT required to stick the landing. The gymnast is allowed up to three (3) steps backward to obtain balance. ARMS: High position on the hurdle and throughout the ROUND-OFF and take-off for the BACKWARD SALTO TUCKED. Arms are optional during the SALTO. Upon landing the SALTO, the arm position is optional.


ROUND-OFF (0.80), BACKWARD SALTO TUCKED DISMOUNT (1.00) Up to 0.20 Poor alignment / posture on ROUND-OFF Up to 0.30 Insufficient height of SALTO Up to 0.20 Insufficient exactness of TUCK position

LANDING DEDUCTIONS Evaluated based only on body position at the point of arrival on the mat.

Up to 0.20 Incorrect posture on landing No deduction Gymnast taking up to 3 steps after landing

0.50 Failure to land on feet first 0.30 Fall after landing on feet first

10b. (*) ROUND-OFF (0.80), BACKWARD SALTO STRETCHED DISMOUNT (1.00)


Aggressively walk (no specific number of steps) and hurdle. Step forward through the ball of the Right foot and execute a “mountain climber entrance” with the Right foot in front of the Left foot. Kick the left leg backward-upward maintaining a straight line from the hands, torso, and Left leg while reaching for the beam. Continue this action kicking the Left leg backward-upward as the torso lowers. Reach forward to place the Right hand sideways on the beam as the body turn 90° Left. Place the Left hand on the beam sideways or slightly turned in (hands shoulder-width apart) as the Right leg pushes off the floor to execute a ROUND-OFF Right. The head remains in alignment, with the shoulder and hip angle open, and focus under the left arm in order to see the beam. Turn 90° inward to snap both feet down to the beam. Snap the body up to finish in a straight stand in relevé. (The placement of the feet on landing is optional.) ARMS: High.


Upon landing the ROUND-OFF on the balls of the feet, immediately rebound (punch) with the body straight, the head neutral, and the arms reaching upward. As the body rises, (leaving the beam by vertical), lift the hips forward-upward towards the hands maintaining a STRETCHED position. Continue to rotate upward and backward as the hips rotate over the head to execute a BACKWARD SALTO STRETCHED. In preparation for the landing, maintain the extend body position. Land in demi-plié with the chest up. The gymnast is NOT required to stick the landing. The gymnast is allowed up to three (3) steps backward to obtain balance. ARMS: High position on the hurdle and throughout the ROUND-OFF and take-off for the BACKWARD SALTO STRETCHED. Arms are optional during the SALTO. Upon landing the SALTO, the arm position is optional.

ROUND-OFF(0.80), BACKWARD SALTO STRETCHED DISMOUNT (1.00) Up to 0.20 Poor alignment / posture on ROUND-OFF Up to 0.30 Insufficient height of SALTO Up to 0.20 Insufficient STRETCH of SALTO



0.50 Failure to land on feet first 0.30 Fall after landing on feet first


10c. (*) FLIC-FLAC STEP IN (1.00), FLIC-FLAC TWO FEET (1.00), BACKWARD SALTO TUCKED DISMOUNT (1.00)

(**) 0.20 BONUS IF COMPLETED SUCCESSFULLY

The gymnast is allowed to turn around and adjust her placement to prepare for the dismount without any deduction.

FOOT PLACEMENT INTO THE FLIC-FLAC STEP IN (Optional). Close the feet to stand with feet side by side OR one foot in front of the other. Prepare, then lean backward, bending and extending the knees to jump backward off the beam onto the hands in an inverted stretched body position. Push off of the beam with the arms and shoulders; separate the legs to step down onto the Right leg using a levering action to execute a FLIC-FLAC STEP IN. The timing of the split is optional. Step down on a straight (or slightly bent) Right leg and close the Left behind the Right foot. Immediately jump into a second FLIC-FLAC TWO FEET. Snap both feet down to the beam and snap the body up to finish in a straight stand in relevé. (The placement of the feet on landing is optional.) HAND POSITION ON THE BEAM (Optional). ARMS: The movement pattern of the arm swing to initiate the FLIC-FLAC STEP IN is optional. Maintain high throughout both elements and as the two feet landing occurs.

Upon landing the FLIC-FLAC TWO FEET on the balls of the feet, immediately rebound (punch) with the body straight, the head neutral, and the arms reaching upward. As the body rises, (leaving the beam by vertical), lift the knees forward-upward towards the hands to achieve a


minimum of a 90º tuck position (hip and knee angle). Hand grasp of the legs is optional. Continue to rotate upward and backward as the hips rotate over the head to execute a BACKWARD SALTO TUCKED. In preparation for the landing, extend the body from the tucked position. Land in demi-plié with the chest up. The gymnast is NOT required to stick the landing. The gymnast is allowed up to three (3) steps backward to obtain balance. ARMS: High position on take-off for the BACKWARD SALTO TUCKED. Arms are optional during the SALTO. Upon landing the SALTO, the arm position is optional.

FLIC-FLAC STEP IN (1.00), FLIC-FLAC TWO FEET (1.00), BACKWARD SALTO TUCKED DISMOUNT (1.00) **Award 0.20 bonus if completed successfully Each Up to 0.30 Bent arms / legs on FLIC-FLACS

1.00 and NO Bonus

Performs a FLIC-FLAC STEP IN instead of FLIC-FLAC TWO FEET

Up to 0.30 Insufficient height of SALTO Up to 0.20 Insufficient exactness of TUCK position



0.50 Failure to land on feet first 0.30 Fall after landing on feet first 0.30 Failure to connect the ACRO series (EACH connection)


10d. (*) FLIC-FLAC STEP IN (1.00), FLIC-FLAC TWO FEET BACKWARD (1.00), SALTO STRETCHED DISMOUNT (1.00)


The gymnast is allowed to turn around and adjust her placement to prepare for the dismount without any deduction.

FOOT PLACEMENT INTO THE FLIC-FLAC STEP IN (Optional). Close the feet to stand with feet side by side OR one foot in front of the other. Prepare, then lean backward, bending and extending the knees to jump backward off the beam onto the hands in an inverted stretched body position. Push off of the beam with the arms and shoulders; separate the legs to step down onto the Right leg using a levering action to execute a FLIC-FLAC STEP IN. The timing of the split is optional. Step down on a straight (or slightly bent) Right leg and close the Left behind the Right foot. Immediately jump into a second FLIC-FLAC TWO FEET. Snap both feet down to the beam and snap the body up to finish in a straight stand in relevé. (The placement of the feet on landing is optional.) HAND POSITION ON THE BEAM (Optional). ARMS: The movement pattern of the arm swing to initiate the FLIC-FLAC STEP IN is optional. Maintain high throughout both elements and as the two feet landing occurs.

Upon landing the FLIC-FLAC TWO FEET on the balls of the feet, immediately rebound (punch) with the body straight, the head neutral, and the arms reaching upward. As the body rises, (leaving the beam by vertical), lift the hips forward-upward towards the hands maintaining a STRETCHED position. Continue to rotate upward and backward as the hips rotate over the


head to execute a BACKWARD SALTO STRETCHED. In preparation for the landing, maintain the extend body position. Land in demi-plié with the chest up. The gymnast is NOT required to stick the landing. The gymnast is allowed up to three (3) steps backward to obtain balance. ARMS: High position on the hurdle and throughout the ROUND-OFF and take-off for the BACKWARD SALTO STRETCHED. Arms are optional during the SALTO. Upon landing the SALTO, the arm position is optional.

FLIC-FLAC STEP IN (1.00), FLIC-FLAC TWO FEET (1.00), BACKWARD SALTO STRETCHED DISMOUNT (1.00) **Award 0.20 bonus if completed successfully Each Up to 0.30 Bent arms / legs on FLIC-FLACS

1.00 and NO Bonus


Up to 0.30 Insufficient height of SALTO Up to 0.20 Insufficient STRETCH of SALTO





10e. (*) ROUND-OFF (0.80), FLIC-FLAC TWO FEET (1.00), BACKWARD SALTO TUCKED DISMOUNT (1.00)



Step forward (no specific number of steps) and execute a “mountain climber entrance” with the Right foot in front of the Left foot. Kick the left leg backward-upward maintaining a straight line from the hands, torso, and Left leg while reaching for the beam. Continue this action kicking the Left leg backward-upward as the torso lowers. Reach forward to place the Right hand sideways on the beam as the body turn 90° Left. Place the Left hand on the beam sideways or slightly turned in (hands shoulder-width apart) as the Right leg pushes off the floor to execute a ROUND-OFF Right. The head remains in alignment, with the shoulder and hip angle open, and focus under the left arm in order to see the beam. Turn 90° inward to snap both feet down to the beam. (The placement of the feet on landing is optional.) ARMS: High. Immediately punch into a FLIC-FLAC TWO FEET. Snap both feet down to the beam and snap the body up to finish in a straight stand in relevé. (The placement of the feet on landing is optional.)


HAND POSITION ON THE BEAM (Optional). Upon landing the FLIC-FLAC TWO FEET on the balls of the feet, immediately rebound (punch) with the body straight, the head neutral, and the arms reaching upward. As the body rises, (leaving the beam by vertical), lift the knees forward-upward towards the hands to achieve a minimum of a 90º tuck position (hip and knee angle). Hand grasp of the legs is optional. Continue to rotate upward and backward as the hips rotate over the head to execute a BACKWARD SALTO TUCKED. In preparation for the landing, extend the body from the tucked position. Land in demi-plié with the chest up. The gymnast is NOT required to stick the landing. The gymnast is allowed up to three (3) steps backward to obtain balance. ARMS: High position on take-off for the BACKWARD SALTO TUCKED. Arms are optional during the SALTO. Upon landing the SALTO, the arm position is optional.

ROUND-OFF (0.80), FLIC-FLAC TWO FEET (1.00), BACKWARD SALTO TUCKED DISMOUNT (1.00) **Award 0.20 bonus if completed successfully

Up to 0.20 Poor alignment / posture on ROUND-OFF Each Up to 0.30 Bent arms / legs on FLIC-FLAC

1.00 and NO Bonus


Up to 0.30 Insufficient height of SALTO Up to 0.20 Insufficient exactness of TUCK position





10f. (*) ROUND-OFF (0.80), FLIC-FLAC TWO FEET (1.00), BACK SALTO STRETCHED DISMOUNT (1.00)



Step forward (no specific number of steps) and execute a “mountain climber entrance” with the Right foot in front of the Left foot. Kick the left leg backward-upward maintaining a straight line from the hands, torso, and Left leg while reaching for the beam. Continue this action kicking the Left leg backward-upward as the torso lowers. Reach forward to place the Right hand sideways on the beam as the body turn 90° Left. Place the Left hand on the beam sideways or slightly turned in (hands shoulder-width apart) as the Right leg pushes off the floor to execute a ROUND-OFF Right. The head remains in alignment, with the shoulder and hip angle open, and focus under the left arm in order to see the beam. Turn 90° inward to snap both feet down to the beam. (The placement of the feet on landing is optional.) ARMS: High. Immediately punch into a FLIC-FLAC TWO FEET. Snap both feet down to the beam and snap the body up to finish in a straight stand in relevé. (The placement of the feet on landing is optional.)


HAND POSITION ON THE BEAM (Optional). Upon landing the FLIC-FLAC TWO FEET on the balls of the feet, immediately rebound (punch) with the body straight, the head neutral, and the arms reaching upward. As the body rises, (leaving the beam by vertical), lift the hips forward-upward towards the hands maintaining a STRETCHED position. Continue to rotate upward and backward as the hips rotate over the head to execute a BACKWARD SALTO STRETCHED. In preparation for the landing, maintain the extend body position. Land in demi-plié with the chest up. The gymnast is NOT required to stick the landing. The gymnast is allowed up to three (3) steps backward to obtain balance. ARMS: High position on the take-off for the BACKWARD SALTO STRETCHED. Arms are optional during the SALTO. Upon landing the SALTO, the arm position is optional.

ROUND-OFF (0.80), FLIC-FLAC TWO FEET (1.00), BACKWARD SALTO STRETCHED DISMOUNT (1.00) **Award 0.20 bonus if completed successfully

Up to 0.20 Poor alignment / posture on ROUND-OFF Each Up to 0.30 Bent arms / legs on FLIC-FLAC

1.00 and NO Bonus


Up to 0.20 Continuity of connection between ROUND-OFF and FLIC-FLAC Up to 0.30 Insufficient height of SALTO Up to 0.20 Insufficient STRETCH of SALTO





BALANCE BEAM General Deductions / Judging Guidelines


Deductions for form / execution MAY NOT exceed the assigned Value of the Element. Falls will be in addition to execution errors. A clear attempt at a BONUS element / connection regardless of execution WILL receive BONUS. NO BONUS will be awarded if there is a FALL. Up to 45 seconds will be allowed for re-mounting the beam after a fall. Dismount landings will be evaluated based only on body position at the point of arrival on the mat.

Each 0.50 Falls on connections or elements Up to 0.20

0.20 Tempo / Continuity of connection on a DANCE or MIXED series

• Complete break of connection Up to 0.20

0.10 0.20

Concentration pauses Pausing 2 (two) seconds before a skill or connection Pausing more than 2 (two) seconds before a skill or connection

Each 0.30 Failure to connect an ACRO series (EACH connection) Value of the element



Incomplete element

Value of the element plus 0.50 for the spot

Spotting to assist the completion of an element

0.20 Verbal coaching an athlete during a routine. 0.30 Not performing the routine according to FIG apparatus specifications


Repeating element(s) after a FALL (i.e. Sissonne-FALL, Sissonne-Split Jump)

0.30 Repeating an element without a FALL (i.e. Flic-flac flic-flac, balance error, then flic-flac, flic-flac series or dismount)

0.30 Performing any elements out of order. (Deduction only applied one (1) time per routine.)

Elite Compulsory Floor – Page 1

2019-2020 OFFICIAL Elite Compulsory – FLOOR EXERCISE Updated and approved by the IEC—9-23-19—from the Judges’ Course


• The figures are a GUIDELINE to assist with learning the routines. There is flexibility within the text of the routines to allow for choices. NOT ALL of the choices are shown in the pictures. When in doubt, follow the written word of the text.


• When elements are listed as “a. b. c.” etc. it means the gymnast has a choice of which element to perform.

• In order to accommodate the performance of the next sequence, the gymnast is allowed to walk to the edge of the Floor with no deduction.



• Arm positions are to be executed to allow the gymnast to show the best posture to suit her level of flexibility and body composition. There is no deduction for specificity of arm positions as long as good posture is shown and the guidelines below are followed.

o If an arm position or pathway is not specifically noted in the text, it is optional. o Whenever high position arms are indicated, arms may be:

§ Curved overhead (crown) or slightly back with the shoulders pressed down. § Straight overhead or pressed back behind the head with the rib cage flat

and pressed down. § Straight with the arms pressed back and out sideward in diagonal line with

the rib cage flat and pressed down. o Whenever side-middle position arms are indicated, arms may be:

§ Directly side of the shoulders with the shoulders down with the rib cage flat and pressed down.

§ Slightly above or below and pressed back behind the shoulders with the rib cage flat and pressed down.

o Whenever sideward-diagonally-upward position arms are indicated, arms may be: § Directly side of the shoulders with the shoulders down with the rib cage flat

and pressed down. § Arms pressed back behind the shoulders with the rib cage flat and pressed

down.


• Whenever the text states to “step,” the proper dance technique is to step through the foot (toe, ball, heel) with the feet turned out slightly.

• The sequences may be reversed in its entirety; however, no single element may be reversed, unless indicated by an asterisk (*).

• Tumbling passes can be performed on the diagonal and are performed before the dance sequences. All tumbling passes can have One (1) to Three (3) running steps before the hurdle. Extra steps into any of the tumbling passes will be a 0.10 deduction for the pass, NOT per extra step.

• Skills can be considered for additional bonus if indicated by Two 2 asterisks (**).


Starting Position: The gymnast begins in the corner of the floor with the feet together. ARMS: Optional.

1a. (*) FRONT HANDSPRING STEP-OUT (0.40), FRONT HANDSPRING STEP-OUT (0.40), FRONT HANDSPRING TWO FEET (0.40), Rebound REBOUND (0.20)

From one (1) to three (3) running steps, hurdle with the hands reaching eye level, then reach both hands forward and place them on the floor side-by-side, shoulder width apart while kicking the Left leg backward-upward overhead. As the hands contact the floor, forcefully extend through the shoulders creating a powerful backward-upward movement. Rotate the body in a tight stretched position to execute a FRONT HANDSPRING STEP-OUT. Repeat a second FRONT HANDSPRING STEP-OUT. Repeat a third FRONT HANDSPRING to land on TWO FEET. Immediately REBOUND forward. Note: The coach is allowed to assist (spot) the landing of the REBOUND without penalty. While executing the FRONT HANDSPRING STEP-OUTS, the goal of the skill is to accelerate and rotate quickly. A large, high block should be avoided. It should resemble a powerful front walkover with minimal flight and height. It is acceptable technique to lean both shoulders (planche) over the wrists while activating the backward kick. (It is NOT required to show an open shoulder angle throughout if using the “planching” technique, just at the end of the skill.) FOCUS: On the hands throughout with the head neutral. Walk to the corner and turn around to prepare for the next tumbling pass.


FRONT HANDSPRING STEP-OUT (0.40), FRONT HANDSPRING STEP-OUT (0.40), FRONT HANDSPRING TWO FEET (0.40), Rebound REBOUND (0.20) no longer a major element Each Up to 0.10 Lightness of all skills

Up to 0.20 Insufficient distance traveled across the floor Up to 0.20 Failure to show acceleration

Each Up to 0.20 Incorrect Posture (body extension) throughout Up to 0.20 Failure to show forward momentum out of the Rebound

0.20 Failure to perform a Rebound Up to 0.30 Bent legs

1b. (*) FRONT HANDSPRING STEP-OUT (0.40), FRONT HANDSPRING STEP-OUT (0.40), FRONT HANDSPRING TWO FEET (0.40), FRONT SALTO TUCKED (+0.20), PIKED (+0.20), OR STRETCHED (+0.20)

(**) 0.20 BONUS awarded for gymnast connecting a front salto (TUCK, PIKE, or STRETCH) at the end of the series. The exit of the salto can be a rebound or stick.


From one (1) to three (3) running steps, hurdle with the hands reaching eye level, then reach both hands forward and place them on the floor side-by-side, shoulder width apart while kicking the Left leg backward-upward overhead. As the hands contact the floor, forcefully extend through the shoulders creating a powerful backward-upward movement. Rotate the body in a tight stretched position to execute a FRONT HANDSPRING STEP-OUT. Repeat a second


FRONT HANDSPRING STEP-OUT. Repeat a third FRONT HANDSPRING to land on TWO FEET. Immediately rebound forward. Note: The coach is allowed to assist (spot) the landing of the rebound without penalty. While executing the FRONT HANDSPRING STEP-OUTS, the goal of the skill is to accelerate and rotate quickly. A large, high block should be avoided. It should resemble a powerful front walkover with minimal flight and height. It is acceptable technique to lean both shoulders (planche) over the wrists while activating the backward kick. (It is NOT required to show an open shoulder angle throughout if using the “planching” technique, just at the end of the skill.) FOCUS: On the hands throughout with the head neutral. Walk to the corner and turn around to prepare for the next tumbling pass.

FRONT HANDSPRING STEP-OUT (0.40), FRONT HANDSPRING STEP-OUT (0.40), FRONT HANDSPRING TWO FEET (0.40), FRONT SALTO TUCKED (+0.20), PIKED (+0.20), OR STRETCHED (+0.20) Each Up to 0.10 Lightness of all skills


Each Up to 0.20 Incorrect Posture (body extension) throughout Up to 0.30 Insufficient height of SALTO Up to 0.20 Insufficient exactness of SALTO position Up to 0.30 Bent legs


2a. (*) FRONT HANDSPRING (0.40), FRONT SALTO STRETCHED (1.00), FRONT SALTO STRETCHED OR PIKED (1.00)

From one (1) to three (3) running steps, hurdle and reach both hands forward and place them on the floor side-by-side. Kick the Left leg backward-upward to rotate the body in a tight stretched position to execute a FRONT HANDSPRING TO TWO FEET. Immediately punch off both feet. As the body rises, drive the heels forcefully over the head in an extended body position to execute a quick rotating FRONT SALTO STRETCHED. While executing the FRONT HANDSPRING and the FRONT SALTO STRETCHED, the goal is to accelerate and rotate quickly. A large, high block should be avoided on the FRONT HANDSPRING. It should resemble a powerful front walkover with minimal flight and height. It is acceptable technique to lean both shoulders (planche) over the wrists while activating the backward kick. Upon landing, immediately punch off both feet to execute a second FRONT SALTO in the STRETCHED OR PIKED position. Land the second SALTO in a controlled landing position. ARMS: FRONT HANDSPRING: Lift arms forward-upward, covering the ears until contact is made with the floor. Arms remain next to the ears throughout and the shoulder angle opens on the post-flight phase of the skill. (It is NOT required to show an open shoulder angle throughout if using the “planching” technique, just at the end of the skill.)


FOCUS: On the hands throughout with the head neutral, chin forward. ARMS: FRONT SALTO STRETCHED: Optional Walk to the corner and turn around to prepare for the next tumbling pass.

FRONT HANDSPRING (0.40), FRONT SALTO STRETCHED (1.00), FRONT SALTO STRETCHED OR PIKED (1.00) Each Up to 0.10 Lightness of all skills


Each Up to 0.20 Incorrect Posture (body extension) throughout Up to 0.30 Insufficient height of second SALTO Up to 0.20 Insufficient exactness of SALTO position Up to 0.30 Bent legs

2b. FRONT SALTO STRETCHED (1.00), FRONT SALTO STRETCHED (1.00) OR PIKED (1.00)


From one (1) to three (3) running steps, hurdle and punch off both feet to initiate the FRONT SALTO STRETCHED. As the body rises, drive the heels forcefully over the head in an extended body position to execute a quick rotating FRONT SALTO STRETCHED. Upon landing, immediately punch off both feet to execute a second FRONT SALTO in the STRETCHED OR PIKED position. Land the second SALTO in a controlled landing position. ARMS: FRONT SALTO STRETCHED: Optional Walk to the corner and turn around to prepare for the next tumbling pass.

FRONT SALTO STRETCHED (1.00); FRONT SALTO STRETCHED (1.00) OR PIKED (1.00) Each Up to 0.10 Lightness of all skills


Each Up to 0.20 Incorrect Posture (body extension) throughout Up to 0.30 Insufficient height of second SALTO Up to 0.20 Insufficient exactness/posture of SALTO position Up to 0.30 Bent legs

0.30 Performing a tuck salto after the FRONT SALTO STRETCHED 3. (*) ROUND-OFF (0.40), WHIP BACK SALTO (0.80), WHIP BACK SALTO (0.80), Rebound REBOUND (0.20)


From one (1) to three (3) running steps, hurdle and execute a ROUND-OFF to create backward power and acceleration. Immediately punch off both feet reaching back forcefully with the arms to execute a fast rotating WHIP BACK SALTO. Continue creating backward momentum and repeat a second WHIP BACK SALTO. Immediately rebound forcefully backward out of the WHIP BACK SALTO. Note: A coach is strongly advised to assist (spot) the landing of the rebound (WITHOUT penalty). Walk to the corner and turn around to prepare for the final tumbling pass.

ROUND-OFF (0.40), WHIP BACK SALTO (0.80), WHIP BACK SALTO (0.80), Rebound REBOUND (0.20) no longer a major element Each Up to 0.10 Lightness of all skills

0.20 Failure to perform a Rebound Up to 0.20 Insufficient distance traveled across the floor Up to 0.20 Failure to show acceleration

Each Up to 0.20 Incorrect Posture (arm, leg, and body extension) throughout


4. (*) ROUND-OFF (0.40), BACKWARD SALTO STRETCHED WITH ½ TWIST OR 1 ½ TWIST (1.00)

From one (1) to three (3) running steps, hurdle and execute a ROUND-OFF to create backward power and acceleration. Immediately punch off both feet to execute a BACKWARD SALTO STRETCHED WITH ½ OR 1 ½ TWIST. Forward motion out of the SALTO into a run forward or skill(s) such as a cartwheel or Round-off Flic Flac is permitted and NOT evaluated. Walk to the side of the floor inside the border to prepare for the Dance portion. The Dance portion must be performed in a straight line horizontal to the judges.


ROUND-OFF (0.40), BACKWARD SALTO STRETCHED WITH ½ TWIST OR 1 ½ TWIST (1.00)

Up to 0.10 Legs Crossed during salto Up to 0.10 Insufficient exactness of twist Up to 0.20 Insufficient distance traveled across the floor Up to 0.20 Failure to show acceleration

Each Up to 0.20 Incorrect extension throughout Up to 0.30 Bent legs

Each Up to 0.10 Lightness of all skills 0.30 Performing a salto after the BACKWARD SALTO STRETCHED WITH ½

TWIST OR 1 ½ TWIST

If reversing the SWITCH-LEG LEAP, take Three (3) steps into the LEAP.

5. Pose, Forward chassé, FORWARD CHASSÉ (0.20) (*) SWITCH-LEG LEAP (180°) (0.40)

Beginning Pose: Standing upright. Leg position, arms, and focus are optional. Step forward onto the Left foot (turned out slightly) through 4th position demi-plié. Push off the floor with both feet to execute a FORWARD CHASSÉ, closing the Right foot behind the Left foot in the air (tight 5th position). Land in demi-plié on the Right leg, with the Left foot turned out slightly. The Left leg is pointing down toward the floor. ARMS: Move both arms to side-middle. Take two (2) long steps (or low straight leg run) Left, Right in demi-plié, then swing the straight Left leg forward-upward to a minimum of 45° and push off the floor with the Right leg. While in flight, dynamically swing the Left leg backward while simultaneously swinging the Right leg forward to execute a SWITCH-LEG LEAP with a minimum of 180° even leg separation in flight. Land on the Right leg in demi-plié with the Left leg extended backward passing through a low arabesque position. The emphasis is on good upper body posture with extend arms and legs. ARMS: Optional.


Forward chassé, FORWARD CHASSÉ (0.20) no longer a major element (*) SWITCH-LEG LEAP (180°) (0.40) Each Up to 0.20 Insufficient height

Up to 0.30 Legs bent Up to 0.20 Incorrect Posture with extended arms

0.10 Extra steps before and/or between the Forward chassé and SWITCH LEAP Up to 0.10 Failure to close feet in the air on Forward Chassé Up to 0.10 Failure to swing take-off leg forward a minimum of 45° into SWITCH LEAP Up to 0.20 Insufficient split

0.20 Failure to perform a Forward Chassé 6. STRAIGHT LEG SKIPS (RIGHT and LEFT) (0.40 Each)

Step forward onto the Left foot through demi-plié. Swing the Right leg forward-upward to a minimum of horizontal while simultaneously pushing off the floor, extending the Left leg through the hip, knee, ankle and toes swinging the Left leg backward slightly behind the body to execute a STRAIGHT LEG SKIP RIGHT. Land in demi-plié on the Left foot. ARMS: On the forward step, lower both arms sideward-downward to low OR reach backward-downward to low. On the leg swing, lift the arms forward-upward to high and remain in high on landing. Step forward onto the Right foot through demi-plié. Swing the Left leg forward-upward to a minimum of horizontal while simultaneously pushing off the floor, extending the Right leg through the hip, knee, ankle and toes swinging the Right leg backward slightly behind the body to execute a STRAIGHT LEG SKIP LEFT. Land in demi-plié on the Right foot. ARMS: On the forward step, lower both arms sideward-downward to low OR reach backward-downward to low. On the leg swing, lift the arms forward-upward to high and remain in high on landing.

TWO (2) STRAIGHT LEG SKIPS (0.40 Each) Each Up to 0.20 Insufficient height (minimum horizontal) of free / swinging leg on STRAIGHT

LEG SKIP Up to 0.20 Incorrect Posture with flat hips Up to 0.10 Failure to point foot behind in the air Up to 0.10 Smooth rhythm


7. TOUR JETÉ (180°) (0.80)

Take a long step forward onto the Left foot through demi-plié. With squared hips, swing the Right leg forward-upward to horizontal, while pushing off the floor with the Left leg. At the height of the leg swing, turn 180° with precision to the Left to execute a TOUR JETÉ. As the 180° turn is completed, dynamically swing the Right leg forward and Left leg backward to achieve a minimum of 180° leg separation (either diagonal or even split angle). Land on the Right leg in demi-plié, with the Left leg extended backward, passing through a low arabesque position OR land on both feet in demi-plié. The torso remains erect throughout. ARMS: On the forward step, lower both arms sideward-downward to low OR reach backward-downward to low. On the forward leg swing, lift the arms forward-upward to high and remain in high on landing. If choosing to land on one (1) foot and arabesque, step back with the Left leg in finish in a Right leg lunge. If choosing to land on two (2) feet, extend both legs to finish in a straight stand. ARMS: Remain high.

TOUR JETÉ (0.80) Each Up to 0.20 Insufficient height

Up to 0.20 Failure to show squared hips on take-off and precise 180° turn Up to 0.20 Incorrect Posture during leap and on landing with extended arms Up to 0.20 Insufficient split (minimum of 180°)

If reversing the TURN, point the Left foot forward.

8a. (*) 2/1 (720°) TURN, LEG POSITION OPTIONAL (0.80)

Step forward Left, then point the Right foot forward. ARMS: Optional. Transfer the weight to the Right foot. Execute a 2/1 (720°) TURN to the right on a straight leg in relevé. The LEG POSITION of the Left leg is OPTIONAL.


ARMS: Optional. Step forward Left. ARMS: Side-middle.

2/1 (720°) TURN, LEG POSITION OPTIONAL (0.80) Up to 0.20 Failure to show exact leg position during the TURN Up to 0.10 Failure to start and finish in high relevé Up to 0.10 Failure to show control at the completion of the turn Up to 0.20 Incorrect Posture

8b. (*) 1/1 (360°) TURN, FREE LEG AT OR ABOVE HORIZONTAL (0.80)

Step forward Left, then point the Right foot forward. ARMS: Optional. Transfer the weight to the Right foot. Lift the Left leg upward-back. Immediately, perform a sideward circular action (rond de jambe) moving the Right leg to a minimum of HORIZONTAL to execute a 1/1 (360°) TURN to the right on a straight leg in relevé. The leg position must be attained within the first 45°- ⅛ of the TURN and maintained to the completion of the TURN. ARMS: Optional. Step forward Left. ARMS: Side-middle.

1/1 (360°) TURN, FREE LEG AT OR ABOVE HORIZONTAL (0.80) Up to 0.20 Failure to obtain and maintain height of leg on TURN Up to 0.10 Failure to start and finish in high relevé Up to 0.10 Failure to show control at the completion of the turn Up to 0.20 Incorrect Posture


8c. (*) 1/1 (360°) TURN, FREE LEG HELD UPWARD, 180° SPLIT (0.80)

Step forward Left, then point the Right foot forward. ARMS: Optional. Transfer the weight to the Right foot. Swing the Left leg upward and grasp the Left leg with both hands and execute a 1/1 (360°) TURN to the right in a 180° SPLIT on a straight Right leg in relevé . Step forward Left. ARMS: Side-middle.

1/1 (360°) TURN, FREE LEG HELD UPWARD, 180° SPLIT (0.80) Up to 0.10 Insufficient split (180°) of leg position during TURN Up to 0.10 Failure to start and finish in high relevé Up to 0.10 Failure to show control at the completion of the turn Up to 0.20 Incorrect Posture

If reversing the RING KICK, step forward Right, Left and swing the Right leg forward.

9. LEG KICK CHOICES: 9a. RING KICK, 9b. EN CLOCHE RING KICK, 9c. FORWARD LEG KICK, 9d. SIDEWARD LEG KICK, 9e. BACKWARD LEG KICK, 9f. NEEDLE LEG KICK 9a. (*) RING KICK (0.40)

Step forward Right. Dynamically swing the Left leg backward-upward to execute a RING position. The upper back should be arched with the head released. At the peak of the KICK, it is not necessary for the foot to touch the head; however, the Left foot must be a minimum of head height (crown). ARMS: Optional.


RING KICK (0.40) Each Up to 0.10 Insufficient height of leg KICK

Up to 0.10 Insufficient dynamics of leg KICK Up to 0.10 Failure to show control at the completion of the KICK Up to 0.20 Incorrect Posture of upper back and head release

9b. (*) SWING (En cloche) RING KICK (0.40)

Step forward Right. Swing the Left leg forward to a minimum of 45°. ARMS: Optional. Dynamically swing the Left leg backward-upward to execute a RING position. The upper back should be arched with the head released. At the peak of the KICK, it is not necessary for the foot to touch the head; however, the Left foot must be a minimum of head height (crown). ARMS: Optional.

SWING (En cloche) RING KICK (0.40) Each Up to 0.10 Insufficient height of leg KICK

Up to 0.10 Insufficient dynamics of leg KICK Up to 0.10 Failure to show control at the completion of the KICK Up to 0.20 Incorrect Posture of upper back and head release

9c. (*) FORWARD LEG KICK (0.40)

Step forward Right then Left onto a straight Left leg in relevé. Swing the Right leg forward to a minimum of shoulder height. At the height of the kick, the Left knee should be at the same height of the Left shoulder. ARMS: Optional.


FORWARD LEG KICK (0.40) Each Up to 0.10 Insufficient height of leg KICK

Up to 0.10 Insufficient dynamics of leg KICK Up to 0.10 Failure to show control at the completion of the KICK Up to 0.20 Incorrect Posture during the KICK

9d. (*) SIDEWARD LEG KICK (0.40)

Step forward Right then Left onto a straight Left leg in relevé. Swing the Right leg sideward to a minimum of shoulder height. (The leg should be kicked behind the arm placed directly to the side or slightly behind the shoulder.) ARMS: Optional.

SIDEWARD LEG KICK (0.40) Each Up to 0.10 Insufficient height of leg KICK

Up to 0.10 Insufficient dynamics of leg KICK Up to 0.10 Failure to show control at the completion of the KICK Up to 0.20 Incorrect Posture during the KICK Up to 0.20 Insufficient SIDEWARD direction of KICK (Leg more in front)

9e. (*) BACKWARD LEG KICK (0.40)

Step forward onto a straight Right leg in relevé. Swing the Left leg backward to a minimum of shoulder height. ARMS: Optional.


BACKWARD LEG KICK (0.40) Each Up to 0.10 Insufficient height of leg KICK

Up to 0.10 Insufficient dynamics of leg KICK Up to 0.10 Failure to show control at the completion of the KICK Up to 0.20 Incorrect Posture during the KICK

9f. (*) NEEDLE LEG KICK (0.40)

Step forward onto a straight Right leg (not in relevé). Swing the Left leg backward-upward to a minimum of 180° split. ARMS: Optional.

NEEDLE LEG KICK (0.40) Up to 0.10 Insufficient Dynamics Up to 0.30 Bent legs and poor foot form Up to 0.20 Straight body line from hands to feet throughout lever and step in Up to 0.20 Insufficient split (180° required) 10. (*) STRETCH JUMP WITH 1/1 (360°) TURN (0.40)

At the completion of the KICK, stand upright and take one (1) or two (2) steps. Close both feet side by side and demi-plié both legs. Push off the floor, extending the legs through the hips, knees, ankles, and toes to execute a STRETCH JUMP WITH 1/1 (360°) TURN to the Right. Demi-plié on landing. ARMS: High during the JUMP. The pathway to high is optional. Optional on the landing. Extend both legs to finish in a straight stand. ARMS: High.


STRETCH JUMP WITH 1/1 (360°) TURN (0.40) Up to 0.20 Insufficient height of JUMP Up to 0.10 Insufficient exactness of the TURN Up to 0.20 Leg separation Up to 0.20 Incorrect Posture

11. (*) SPLIT JUMP (180°) (0.40), STRADDLE JUMP (180°) (0.40)

Demi-plié both legs. ARMS: Optional. Push off the floor, extending the legs through the hips, knees, ankles, and toes to execute a SPLIT JUMP with a 180° even leg separation. ARMS: High during the JUMP. The pathway to high is optional. Close the legs upon landing. ARMS: The arms may be ANYWHERE from high to low. Immediately punch off the floor, extending the legs through the hips, knees, ankles, and toes to execute a STRADDLE JUMP with a minimum of 180° leg separation. ARMS: High during the JUMP. The pathway to high is optional. Close both legs and demi-plié on landing. ARMS: Optional on landing. Extend both legs to finish in a straight stand. ARMS: High.


SPLIT JUMP (180°) (0.40) Up to 0.20 Insufficient height Up to 0.20 Insufficient split Up to 0.10 Uneven split of legs Up to 0.20 Incorrect upper body Posture

STRADDLE JUMP (180°) (0.40) Up to 0.20 Insufficient height Up to 0.20 Insufficient split Up to 0.20 Incorrect upper body Posture

12. BACKWARD SALTO TUCKED (1.00) (**) 0.20 BONUS awarded if there is a “stick” landing

Demi-plié both legs and lower the torso slightly. Extend the torso and dynamically extend the knees while lifting the knees forward-upward to achieve a minimum or 90° tuck position (hip and knee angle). Hand grasp of the legs is optional. Continue to rotate upward and backward as the hips rotate over the head to execute a BACKWARD SALTO TUCKED. In preparation for the landing, extend the body from the TUCKED position to land with the chest upright. Land in demi-plié in a balance and controlled position (“stick”). Extend the legs to finish in a straight stand. ARMS: Optional in preparation and landing for the SALTO. Move to high, then open to sideward-diagonally-upward on finish.

BACKWARD SALTO TUCKED (1.00) Up to 0.30 Insufficient height of SALTO Up to 0.20 Insufficient exactness of TUCK position Up to 0.20 Incorrect body posture upon landing


FLOOR EXERCISE General Deductions / Judging Guidelines


Deductions for form / execution MAY NOT exceed the assigned Value of the Element. Falls will be in addition to execution errors. A clear attempt at a BONUS element / connection regardless of execution WILL receive BONUS. NO BONUS will be awarded if there is a FALL.

0.10 for the pass NOT per step Extra steps (1-3 allowed) into any of the tumbling passes 0.50 Falls on connections or elements 0.20 Failure to connect a DANCE series (EACH connection)

Each 0.30 Failure to connect an ACRO series (EACH connection) Value of the element


Up to the value of the element Incomplete element Value of the element plus

0.50 for spot Spotting to assist the completion of an element

0.20 Verbal coaching an athlete during a routine. 0.30 Not performing the routine according to FIG apparatus

specifications 0.30 Adding extra skills within a tumbling pass (i.e. Round-off,

Whip back salto, FLIC-FLAC, Whip back salto), Rebound 0.30 Performing any elements out of order. (Deduction only

applied one (1) time per routine.)

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