National Men s Artistic Gymnastics Levels Program & Abridged Judging Code of Points

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1 National Men s Artistic Gymnastics Levels Program & Abridged Judging Code of Points Level 1 Judges MANUAL FINAL RSA MEN S ARTISTIC GYMNASTICS Levels 1-9 Syllabus & Abridged Judges Code of Points ( ) Level 1 Judges MANUAL 1

2 Table of Contents Table of Contents Introduction... 3 Acknowledgements... 4 Overview... 5 General Rules... 7 Judges Rules Apparatus Specifications Quick Reference Page Qualification Scores Age Groups Routines Level Level Level Routines summary sheets for Judges Level Level Level Abridged Judging Code of Points PART I REGULATIONS GOVERNING COMPETITION PARTICIPANTS PART II EVALUATION OF EXERCISES PART III - APPARATUS PART IV - APPENDICES FINAL RSA MEN S ARTISTIC GYMNASTICS Levels 1-9 Syllabus & Abridged Judges Code of Points ( ) Level 1 Judges MANUAL 2

3 Introduction The men's Levels Syllabus is aimed at catering for medium to long term recreational gymnasts. All the elements and progressions are based on the Long Term Athlete Development principles (LTAD). The LTAD model is predicated on the idea that each participant s stage of physiological, mental/cognitive, and emotional development must be identified and taken into account when developing his optimal training, competition and recovery program. LTAD is inclusive: the principles which underpin LTAD are equally applicable to people of all ages and abilities whether they are participating in elite sport or recreational physical activity. There are seven basic developmental stages for an athlete: 1. Active Start 0-6 years of age Stage Zone Festivals Gym Games National Championships 2. FUNdamentals 6-9 years of age 3. Learn to Train 9-12 years of age 4. Train to Train years of age 5. Train to Compete years of age 6. Train to Win 18 and up 7. Active for Life - Enter any time MAG's Levels Syllabus is suitable for boys: 6 years and older; Who can commit to 120 to 180 minutes of moderate training per session 2 to 4 times per week; Who practice gymnastics year round and enjoy one or two additional seasonal sports; Who will be Active for Life The Levels syllabus conforms to contemporary gymnastics and includes basic routines and skills performed on all apparatus. It accommodates many gymnasts and coaches of varying abilities and with a variety of facilities at their disposal. This syllabus is progressive in the way that the physical conditioning and skills in one level provides the basis for the skills in the next level - a gymnast may progress to the next level once he is able to satisfactorily perform the skills in his current level. FINAL RSA MEN S ARTISTIC GYMNASTICS Levels 1-9 Syllabus & Abridged Judges Code of Points ( ) Level 1 Judges MANUAL 3

4 Acknowledgements The SAGF Men's Technical Committee extends its appreciation to the following persons and institutions for their guidance and assistance in producing the current Levels syllabus: Allan Chadwick, Derick Scholtz, and Jesse Kitzen-Abelson for the coordination of input from members and related administration. Warren Field, Robert Liefeldt and Sonja Winde for co-coordinating this project in its previous editions since first published in A special thanks to Bobby Budai for the many hours spent on the previous editions. The International Gymnastics Federation (FIG) The International Olympic Committee (IOC) We thank these organisations for their experts, academies and published research. They made available to South Africa invaluable information and teachings from decades of experience. Thank you to all those from around the country who sent in their recommendations as well as all coaches, judges, parents and gymnasts who brought to our attention the problems and pitfalls in previous programs. Last but not least, thank you to the regions and clubs that helped us test the water and gave us invaluable feedback, and an opportunity to fine-tune this work. FINAL RSA MEN S ARTISTIC GYMNASTICS Levels 1-9 Syllabus & Abridged Judges Code of Points ( ) Level 1 Judges MANUAL 4

5 Overview Expectations The average gymnast is expected to spend two years in each Level. Above average gymnasts are expected to spend one year in each Level. Layout There are no drawings of the FULL routines. Where possible, a drawing of the required element is given with each routine. Routine descriptions are very precise (and sometimes long-winded), but this has been done to facilitate good posture and aesthetic gymnastics performance. Where possible, the wording and terminology in the routine descriptions are as found in the FIG Code of Points (this should also facilitate cross-referencing). The difficulty values of the elements will facilitate the judging of a gymnast who is unable to perform an element, or leaves out a portion of the routine, or does not complete his routine. THE DRAWINGS SERVE ONLY AS AN ILLUSTRATION OF THE ELEMENTS IN ALL CASES WHERE THERE IS DOUBT, THE WRITTEN TEXT WILL BE CONSIDERED CORRECT. THE DIRECTION OF THE DRAWINGS IS ALSO NOT AN INDICATION OF THE DIRECTION OR FLOW OF THE ROUTINE the aim is to illustrate only the element itself. Age Groups Each Level is sub-divided into age groups in order to increase the number of competitive sections. The gymnast s age on the 1 st year of competition is taken. of January in the Coaching & Judging This syllabus contains a development structure to steer coaches into deliberately preparing gymnasts with the necessary skills to enable them to cope with the demands of competitive gymnastics. Gymnasts must strive to perform the required skills (elements) with excellence while developing the skills for the next Level. It is commonly accepted that good form and clean routines will be successful. To ensure safe, enjoyable and memorable experiences for gymnasts, the SAGF recommends that participants use the National syllabus guided by appropriately accredited coaches in affiliated clubs. All routines are judged as per the FIG Code of Points. Where special rules apply, this will take preference over the FIG rules, but in the case of doubt, the FIG Rules will apply. As a result, there are no deductions listed with each routine. The lists of general deductions and those specific to each apparatus will be found in the Rules section of the manual and the RSA Abridged Code of Points. The deductions mentioned in the Special Judging Notes are for clarification and reminding purposes only. It is very important that the gymnasts and coaches pay attention to the proper technical execution of skills. In this regard judges have an enormous impact on the development of proper technique by awarding credit for skills when properly executed and by deducting appropriately for improper technique. Such evaluation should only take place in the context of the FIG Code of Points - contemporary techniques should be understood and deductions should not be invented. FINAL RSA MEN S ARTISTIC GYMNASTICS Levels 1-9 Syllabus & Abridged Judges Code of Points ( ) Level 1 Judges MANUAL 5

6 Prescribed Routines Element values & Routine construction The routines have been developed to include all basic elements, and should serve as a guide to coaches. The majority of the bonus elements in each Level become required elements within the routines of the following Levels. Each routine has been constructed to include elements (modified or otherwise) from all the structure groups as they appear in the FIG Code of Points. Level 1 Level 7 routines are judged out of 9.50 points and have the possibility of an additional 0.50 points in bonus for difficulty. The Difficulty value of each routine is the total of 5 elements worth 0 each, plus a bonus element worth The Execution value of each routine is a total of 5.00 points. The Difficulty Value and the Execution value is added together to give the final score. Penalties are taken from the added score. D-score (5 x = 5.00) + E-score (5.00) = Score Penalties = Final score Level 8 routines are judged out of 9.50 points and have the possibility of an additional 0.50 points in bonus for difficulty. The Difficulty value of each routine is the total of 6 elements worth 0.75 each, plus a bonus element worth The Execution value of each routine is a total of 5.00 points. The Difficulty Value and the Execution value is added together to give the final score. Penalties are taken from the added score. D-score (6 x = 5.00) + E-score (5.00) = Score Penalties = Final score Level 9 routines are judged according to the FIG Code of Points, where the difficulty score is made up out of the 7 highest counting elements (6 + dismount). The Execution value of each routine is a total of points. The Difficulty Value and the Execution value is added together to give the final score. Penalties are taken from the added score. D-score (7 highest counting elements + structure groups) + E-score (10.00) = Score Penalties = Final score Bonus Elements The possibility to achieve bonus points exists in various forms: Modifying or upgrading an element (by increasing amplitude, strength or flexibility) Replacing an element with a more difficult element Adding an element Bonus elements or the bonus requirements are indicated in highlighted text between brackets within the routine description. Bonus points will be awarded when the bonus element is attempted and achieved without any single large error (0.50). An exception is on Vault, where the bonus is a stuck landing. This bonus is awarded if the gymnast lands completely still. Normal landing deductions apply, e.g. for arm swings and legs apart. Feet movement is allowed as per the Landing rules in the Code of Points. FINAL RSA MEN S ARTISTIC GYMNASTICS Levels 1-9 Syllabus & Abridged Judges Code of Points ( ) Level 1 Judges MANUAL 6

7 General Rules Qualification/Specialization 1. Specialization in Levels 1-7 is not permitted at the Zone Festivals or Gym Games competitions. Gymnasts are allowed to specialize in Level 8 & 9. Level 8: minimum of 3 apparatus Level 9: minimum of 2 apparatus 2. To represent one s region at the forthcoming National Competition, gymnasts must score according to the requirements set by the MTC please refer to the applicable Table on page Gymnasts who are not ready on all apparatus yet may participate on fewer apparatus at Club and Regional competitions. Progression/Regression 4. A gymnast should only be entered into a Level for which he is suitably prepared to participate in safely. 5. The Level in which a gymnast is entered remains entirely at the discretion of the gymnast s coach, regardless of the gymnast s score or Level at previous competitions. However, a gymnast may only participate at the Zone Festival, Gym Games or National Championships in the Level for which he qualified at a qualifying competition. Competitions General 6. Only gymnasts who are registered with the South African Gymnastics Federation may learn, practice and compete the routines in the Levels syllabus. An exception is made for gymnasts registered in Region 5 countries. 7. All competitions will be judged according to the latest edition of the FIG Code of Points. 8. The rights, responsibilities & duties of gymnasts, coaches and judges during competitions are governed by the latest edition of the FIG Code of Points. 9. Competitions may be arranged by SAGF affiliated Clubs, Regions and/or Provinces. 10. Each Level is divided into age groups: ages are taken as at 1 January in the year of competition. A gymnast must compete in the youngest age group relevant to his chronological age. Example: An 11 year old gymnast in Level 4 may not participate in the year old age group, as there is an year old section more closely matched to his age. Please refer to the applicable Table on page A gymnast may only compete in one Level during a competition. FINAL RSA MEN S ARTISTIC GYMNASTICS Levels 1-9 Syllabus & Abridged Judges Code of Points ( ) Level 1 Judges MANUAL 7

8 Warm-ups 12. General warm-up should be for a minimum of 15 minutes - not including grouping of the gymnasts. 13. Apparatus warm-up prior to the competition should be calculated at 1 ½ minutes per gymnast of the largest group per apparatus. 14. NO one-touch is permitted during the competition for Level 1-Level 8 routines. 15. The National Championships and the Gym Games have to be based on a Full Warm-up and then Full competition-principle. The Zone Festivals may be organized on a Warm-up & Compete principle. Apparatus 16. The height of the apparatus for the different levels & age groups appear in the apparatus specifications on page 11; also refer to the FIG Code of Points where applicable. 17. Supplementary mats, modified apparatus and starting aids may be utilized where permitted. 18. All mounts must be performed as per FIG rules, except where otherwise stated in the apparatus specifications. Competition attire 19. Gymnasts competing in Levels 1 to 3 must participate in a gymnastics singlet and short pants. Gymnasts competing in Levels 4 to 9 must participate in full FIG regulation competition attire. Long gymnastics pants, socks and/or slippers that are black or the darker shades of blue, brown or green are not permitted. Scoring 20. A gymnast entering the individual All-Around competition in Levels 1 to Level 4 must perform prescribed routines on the Floor, Vault, Parallel Bars and Horizontal Bar. The sum of the final marks from all four apparatus determines the individual All-Around rankings in each age group. The winner in each age group has the highest individual All-Around score. A gymnast entering the individual All-Around competition in Levels 5 to Level 9 must perform prescribed routines on the Floor, Pommel horse and/or Mushroom, Rings, Vault, Parallel Bars and Horizontal Bar. The sum of the final marks from all six apparatus determines the individual All-Around rankings in each age group. The winner in each age group has the highest individual All-Around score. 21. The highest final mark for each apparatus determines the winner for that apparatus. 22. No ties will be broken. Appeals 23. Appeals are allowed. Only the Start Value of an exercise may be questioned. The appeal, together with R100, must be submitted by the Team Manager/Coach to the Competition Manager before the start of the competition in the next rotation. If it is the last rotation then the appeal must be submitted within 5 minutes after the end of the competition. FINAL RSA MEN S ARTISTIC GYMNASTICS Levels 1-9 Syllabus & Abridged Judges Code of Points ( ) Level 1 Judges MANUAL 8

9 Coaches 25. Coaches must be formally accredited for the Level in which they wish to assist on the competition floor. 26. Coaches must be dressed neatly in the appropriate tracksuit and foot wear. NO SHORTS & PLAKKIES ALLOWED. Judging 27. If a standard element is attempted but not recognized and awarded, it may be repeated to regain the value (except for dismounts). Relevant deductions will be taken for extra swings, falls and technical and execution errors. 28. Should a gymnast perform a ZERO vault, as defined by the FIG, he may repeat it once with a deduction of 1.00 point from the Start value of the second attempt. No more attempts are permitted. 29. Execution deductions for specific skills may exceed a given skill s assigned difficulty value. A gymnast may, however, not receive less than the total of his D-score (which is 4.50 if he performed and was awarded for all standard elements). 30. Prescribed routines must be executed exactly as prescribed. The routine may, however, be changed from left to right bias in its totality. If the gymnast leaves out an element/ valued part indicated in UPPERCASE, deduct the assigned value of the element (from the Difficulty score). This does not apply to simple steps, turns or arm movements. 31. Where the floor exercise description states 2-3 running steps, there is no limit to running steps in these instances. 32. A deduction of maximum 0.30 per routine will be taken for non-value parts, or parts thereof, that are omitted/ added. This excludes steps to change onto the right/left leg and in cases where non-value parts have to be left out because of a bonus element being performed. 33. Gymnasts performing elements and turns to the incorrect side, which results in a change in exercise pattern/routine construction, will incur a deduction of 0.30 each time. 34. Awarding Bonus points: When modifying or upgrading an element OR Replacing an element with a more difficult element, the bonus element value will be 1.4 ( +0.5 for bonus element). When adding an element, the bonus element value will be 0.5. In the case of modifying or replacing a standard element, if the bonus element is not recognized and awarded, the gymnast may repeat the standard element for value (including dismounts). RULES SHOULD NOT BE MISINTERPRETED BY TAKING THEM IN ISOLATION, BUT MUST BE READ IN THE CONTEXT OF THE COMPLETE DOCUMENT. FINAL RSA MEN S ARTISTIC GYMNASTICS Levels 1-9 Syllabus & Abridged Judges Code of Points ( ) Level 1 Judges MANUAL 9

10 Judges Rules General 1. All routines are judged using the Code of Points. A RSA-Abridged version of the Code of Points is available (the full FIG version is available from This version covers all rules regarding judging in general, judging as an E-jury member, and additional rules for the judging of routines. All parts regarding FIG rules on Difficulty and Start Value for Level 9 voluntary routines, as well as the complete tables with elements for each apparatus are excluded. These will be found in the full version of the Code of Points. 2. The Articles in the abridged version correspond with the same Article numbers in the full version of the Code of Points to facilitate reference regardless of which version a judge is using. 3. Regions/ Provinces wishing to present courses at the various levels must apply with the MTC Administrator. Courses must be presented by approved Course Leaders (facilitators) and are therefore subject to the availability of Course Leaders. Previous & Current Qualifications From 2017 onwards, all existing judges are required to re-qualify at the various Levels every 4 years. This re-qualification will include examinations. All judges, regardless of Level, are required to be registered members of the SAGF and must judge at least 6 competitions in a two-year period and 12 competitions each cycle to keep their qualification valid (average of 3 per year). Separate courses will be held for each Level. LEVEL Requirements Jury duties Examination Pass Mark Facilitator Requalify Dress code 1 2 National RSA International (awarded Qualification) BREVET (1,2,3 or 4) SAGF member 15 years old in year of course SAGF member 16 years old in year of course 1 Year L1 Qualification SAGF member 18 years old in year of course 2 Years L2 Qualification SAGF member 18 years old in year of course Previous Brevet Qualification SAGF member 18 years old in year of course 2 Years National Qualification E-Jury : L1-L3 (Club, Regional, Provincial, Zone) D-Jury : L1-L3 E-Jury : L1-9 & HP 1-2 (Club to Nationals) D-Jury : L1-9 & HP 1-2 E-Jury : HP 3-5 (Club to International) D & E-Jury : All (Club to International) D & E-Jury : All (Club to International) L1 exam Theory : 30 questions L2 exam Theory : 32 questions National exam Theory : 75 questions Practical : 44 routines 50% No 60% No 70% (average of Theory and Practical Exam) n.a (Qualification is as per FIG Rules at the International Brevet course) FIG International Brevet course As per FIG regulations for the cycle Yes (By application to MAG TC) Yes Only as per FIG rules Every 4 years (Judges may attend a refresher course once per cycle to keep their qualification. In the next cycle they must requalify with written exams) Grey/ Black pants White / MAG judging shirt Tie Black/ Navy Jacket FINAL RSA MEN S ARTISTIC GYMNASTICS Levels 1-9 Syllabus & Abridged Judges Code of Points ( ) Level 1 Judges MANUAL 10

11 Apparatus Specifications Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Floor Ideal- FIG 12m x 12m, or 2m x 12m carpet Ideal- FIG 12m x 12m, or 2m x 12m carpet Ideal- FIG 12m x 12m, or 2m x 12m carpet Vault Springboard and 20cm landing mat Springboard and 60cm landing mat Parallel Bars Springboard and 80cm thick mats + 20cm landing mat Low parallel bars that permit a jump to support Low parallel bars that permit a jump to support Low parallel bars that permit a jump to support Low Bar Low horizontal bar set from 1.35m 1.55m Low horizontal bar set from 1.35m 1.55m Low horizontal bar set from 1.35m 1.55m Level 4 Level 5 Level 6 Level 7 Level 8 Level 9 Floor Ideal- FIG 12m x 12m; To fit exercise in a strip floor pattern substitute corner turns with a 180 turn Pommel Horse n.a 40cm mushroom 40cm mushroom Springboard for mounting permitted; 40cm mushroom Springboard for mounting permitted FIG standard height and no mounting apparatus Still Rings n.a FIG standard height Additional 20-40cm safety mats permitted FIG standard height Additional 20-40cm safety mats permitted FIG standard height Additional 20-40cm safety mats permitted FIG standard height Additional 10-20cm safety mats permitted FIG standard height Vault Springboard and 20cm landing mats; Additional 10cm safety mats permitted Springboard and Vaulting Table + 20cm landing mats; Additional 10cm safety mats permitted TABLE HEIGHT: All ages: 1.00m Springboard and Vaulting Table + 20cm landing mats; Additional 10cm safety mats permitted TABLE HEIGHT: yrs: 1.15m yrs: 1.25m yrs: 1.35m 18+ yrs: 1.35m Springboard and Vaulting Table + 20cm landing mats; Additional 10cm safety mats permitted TABLE HEIGHT: yrs: 1.15m yrs: 1.25m yrs: 1.35m 18+ yrs: 1.35m FIG standard height Additional 10cm safety mats permitted FIG standard height Parallel Bars FIG standard height Additional 10-20cm safety mats permitted FIG standard height Additional 10-20cm safety mats permitted FIG standard height Additional 10-20cm safety mats permitted FIG standard height Additional 10-20cm safety mats permitted FIG standard height Additional 10-20cm safety mats permitted FIG standard height Horizontal Bar FIG standard height Additional 20-40cm safety mats permitted FIG standard height Additional 20-40cm safety mats permitted FIG standard height Additional 20-40cm safety mats permitted FIG standard height Additional 10-20cm safety mats permitted FIG standard height Additonal 10-20cm safety mats permitted FIG standard height FINAL RSA MEN S ARTISTIC GYMNASTICS Levels 1-9 Syllabus & Abridged Judges Code of Points ( ) Level 1 Judges MANUAL 11

12 Quick Reference Page Qualification scores Levels All Around totals Prescribed routines Highest competition Levels 1-3 (4 apparatus) AA [7.50 ave] Zone Festival Level 4 (4 apparatus) AA [7.80 ave] Gym Games Levels 5-7 (6 apparatus) AA [7.80 ave] Gym Games Level 8 (minimum 3 apparatus) AA [7.80 ave] Gym Games Level 9 (minimum 2 apparatus) AA [10.00 ave] National Championships Age groups Specialist Gymnasts Specialist scores Highest competition Level per app (min 3 apps) Gym Games Level per app (min 2 apps) National Championships Age groups are taken as on 1 January in the year of competition Level Age groups High Performance Age Groups Level 1 6 years, 7 years, 8 years, 9-10 years, years HP years Level years, 9-10 years, years HP years Level 3 8 years, 9-10 years, years, 14+ years HP years Level years, years, years, 16+ years HP years Level years, years, years, 16+ years HP years Level 6 10 years, years, years, years, 18+ years Senior Olympic FIG age groups Level 7 12 years, years, years, 18+ years ** for more information on the High Performance Level years, years, 18+ years Programme, please refer to the FIG Age Group manual Level years, years, 18+ years (RSA version) FINAL RSA MEN S ARTISTIC GYMNASTICS Levels 1-9 Syllabus & Abridged Judges Code of Points ( ) Level 1 Judges MANUAL 12

13 Routines All Level 1 Level 7 routines have 5 standard prescribed elements, indicated in UPPERCASE, plus 1 Bonus element indicated in [bold, in yellow highlighted brackets]. Performance expectations are indicated in light grey blocks on the right of the illustrations and contain valuable information for each part of the routines/ elements. A Bonus element can be a modification, an upgrade or a replacement of a standard element. It can also be an additional element that must be added into the routine. Please refer to General Rule nr.34 for how Bonus elements are to be judged. Please note the special block in which the Bonus is illustrated and where it is indicated on how to include the bonus element into the routine: There are no drawings of the FULL routines. THE DRAWINGS SERVE ONLY AS AN ILLUSTRATION OF THE ELEMENTS IN ALL CASES WHERE THERE IS DOUBT, THE WRITTEN TEXT WILL BE CONSIDERED CORRECT. THE DIRECTION OF THE DRAWINGS IS ALSO NOT AN INDICATION OF THE DIRECTION OR FLOW OF THE ROUTINE the aim is to illustrate only the element itself. ALL PARTS of the routine is evaluated by the E-jury for technical and aesthetic errors as per the latest FIG Code of Points. Execution deductions for specific skills may exceed a given skill s assigned difficulty value. A gymnast may, however, not receive less than the total of his D-score (which is 4.50 if he was awarded the value of all standard elements required). The Special Judging notes included at the bottom of each routine-page are specific for that routine. In case of doubt, the rules of the latest FIG/ RSA Code of Points apply and, where applicable, the benefit of the doubt is given to the gymnast. Level 8 Gymnasts may only perform elements for value from the specific Table of elements included in this manual under the L8 section. Level 9 Gymnasts may only perform elements from the FIG Code of Points for value. ALL Level 8 & Level 9 gymnasts (and/or their coaches) are required to have a written summary of their routines present at all competitions. NO Appeals against D-scores will be allowed without a written summary of the gymnast s routines presented to the Head Judge. Summary templates are included in this manual for easy completion by coaches (see appendix). A small circle under a picture indicates that the element must be held for 2 seconds. The Level in which a gymnast is entered remains entirely at the discretion of the gymnast s coach, regardless of the gymnast s score or Level at previous competitions. However, a gymnast may only participate at the Zone Festival, Gym Games or National Championships in the Level for which he qualified at a qualifying competition. FINAL RSA MEN S ARTISTIC GYMNASTICS Levels 1-9 Syllabus & Abridged Judges Code of Points ( ) Level 1 Judges MANUAL 13

14 LEVEL 1 FLOOR EXERCISE Description Value Performance Expectations (A-D) Stand with arms upward, lower arms sideways to shoulder height walk 2 steps forward and close legs swing arms forward and lower to crouch ROLL FORWARD TO CROUCH IMMEDIATE STRETCH JUMP to stand with arms upward (D-A) Walk with pointed feet and straight legs May bend arms in forward roll Legs must straighten in forward roll Crouch lower arms forward BACKWARD ROLL WITH BENT ARMS TO CROUCH lift arms forward May keep arms straight in backward roll (A-D) Double-leg jump to TUCKED HANDSTAND (bunny-hop) lower legs together to end in crouch raise arms forwards Hips must be vertical in bunny hop Lower arms PRESS TO HEADSTAND WITH TUCKED LEGS (2s) [headstand with straight legs (2s)] return to crouch raise arms forwards [1.4] Push head off from floor before feet touch Bonus: do headstand with straight legs Rise to stand with arms upward lower arms sideways to shoulder height rise to TOE STAND (2 sec) lower arms and heels to finish. Keep ankles together in toe stand Difficulty 5.00 (5x + 1x0.5) + Execution 5.00 = Total BONUS: modify prescribed element Special Judging note: Bunny hop: The gymnast s back should be vertical. If the hop is low, give the value but deduct as follows: o = 0.1 deduction = 0.3 deduction = 0.5 deduction A deduction of maximum 0.30 per routine will be taken for non-value parts, or parts thereof, that are omitted/ added. This excludes steps to change onto the right/left leg (see General Rule #32). FINAL RSA MEN S ARTISTIC GYMNASTICS Levels 1-9 Syllabus & Abridged Judges Code of Points ( ) Level 1 Judges MANUAL 14

15 Elements are indicated in UPPERCASE and all parts must be done to receive the full value. If a part of the element is omitted, deduct the whole value. LEVEL 1 VAULT (Springboard and 20cm landing mat) Description Value Performance Expectations Run up TUCK JUMP [bonus: stuck landing] 4.5 [0.5] Show a distinct tuck by grabbing shins Shoot out to complete straight hips before landing Difficulty 5.00 (1x x0.5) + Execution 5.00 = Total BONUS: stuck landing Special Judging note: 0.5 deduction if not grabbing in tuck position. Should a gymnast perform a ZERO vault, as defined by the FIG, he may repeat it once with a deduction of 1.00 point from the Start value of the second attempt. No more attempts are permitted. Bonus is awarded if the gymnast lands completely still. Normal landing deductions apply e.g. for arm swings and legs apart. Feet movement is allowed as per the Landing rules in the Code of Points. FINAL RSA MEN S ARTISTIC GYMNASTICS Levels 1-9 Syllabus & Abridged Judges Code of Points ( ) Level 1 Judges MANUAL 15

16 LEVEL 1 PARALLEL BARS Description Value Performance Expectations JUMP TO TUCKED L-SIT (2s) straighten legs downwards Bend in hips and knees of at least 90 WALK SIX (6) STEPS FORWARD IN SUPPORT [add ½ turn forward in support after steps] raise legs and straddle across bars bend legs and swing upwards off bars close legs in rear support SWING BACKWARD TO HORIZONTAL SWING FORWARD WITH STRETCHED BODY [0.5] Straight arms & legs, legs together Bonus: No stop in ½ turn to straddle sit. Keep stomach off the bar in the ½ turn Keep legs straight when raising legs to straddle sit on bars Keep a tight body position in the front and the back swing SWING BACKWARD TO HORIZONTAL SWING FORWARD WITH STRETCHED BODY Keep a tight body position in the front and the back swing SWING BACKWARD TO HORIZONTAL DISMOUNT TO THE SIDE. Keep a tight body position in the back swing Don t hold bar on landing Difficulty 5.00 (5x + 1x0.5) + Execution 5.00 = Total BONUS: add element Special Judging note: Parallel Bar swings: apply the usual deductions when deviating from the required angles o 1-15 = 0.1 deduction = 0.3 deduction = 0.5 deduction Deduction for extra swings = 0.5 for full extra swing A deduction of 0.30 per routine will be taken for non-value parts, or parts thereof, which are omitted or added (see General Rule #32). Elements are indicated in UPPERCASE and all parts must be done to receive the full value. If a part of the element is omitted, deduct the whole value. NB: A deduction of 0.30 will apply for each step forward in support that is omitted in this routine. A gymnast may still receive the full value of the element, with the applicable deduction. Added hand placements are subject to the normal deduction of 0.10 per extra hand placement as per t he Code of Points. FINAL RSA MEN S ARTISTIC GYMNASTICS Levels 1-9 Syllabus & Abridged Judges Code of Points ( ) Level 1 Judges MANUAL 16

17 LEVEL 1 LOW BAR Description Value Performance Expectations Stand straight hold the bar with both hands in overgrip PULL OVER THE BAR WITH TUCKED LEGS [pull over with straight legs] to front support [1.4] Arms & legs may bend in pull over Shoulder width grip SWING LEG SIDEWAYS OVER THE BAR TO SCISSORS SUPPORT change hand to undergrip Show a clear support from the bar Don t sit on bar ½ TURN AND SWING LEG BACKWARD OVER BAR TO FRONT SUPPORT Show a clear support from the bar Don t sit on bar CAST WITH A STRAIGHT BODY return to front support IMMEDIATE CAST TO HORIZONTAL PUSH OFF TO DISMOUNT. Body must be straight from shoulders to toes Arms may bend on in-swing of legs, but must straighten as soon as body leaves bar No height in first cast is required Casts must be connected Hips must be shoulder height before push off Keep torso upright on landing Difficulty 5.00 (5x + 1x0.5) + Execution 5.00 = Total BONUS: modify prescribed element Special Judging note: Legs or feet touching the apparatus = 0.10 deduction Quick sit = 0.30 deduction No attempt to lift from the bar after sitting = 0.50 deduction (each element) Sitting on the bar while doing the turns = 1.0 deduction A deduction of 0.30 per routine will be taken for non-value parts, or parts thereof, which are omitted or added (see General Rule #32). Elements are indicated in UPPERCASE and all parts must be done to receive the full value. If a part of the element is omitted, deduct the whole value. FINAL RSA MEN S ARTISTIC GYMNASTICS Levels 1-9 Syllabus & Abridged Judges Code of Points ( ) Level 1 Judges MANUAL 17

18 LEVEL 2 FLOOR EXERCISE Description Value Performance Expectations (A-D) From standing with arms upward step and KICK TO MOMENTARY HANDSTAND lower legs to momentary lunge with arms sideways/upward close back leg forwards to stand with arms upward Keep arms straight Back foot in lunge must be flat on the floor Show control in handstand With STRAIGHT LEGS ROLL FORWARD IMMEDIATE STRETCH JUMP WITH 180 TURN to stand arms upward Keep legs straight before and during forward roll may bend legs to stand up Lower arms sideways to shoulder height raise leg up into single leg L- TUCK SCALE (2s) [front scale (2s)] Extend leg and step forward into CARTWHEEL momentary side lunge with trailing arm upward and leading arm sideways at shoulder height close legs with ¼ turn backwards lift arms upward Lower arms forward and fall rearward BACKWARD ROLL WITH STRAIGHT LEGS AND BENT ARMS TO STAND lift torso to finish. (D-A) [1.4] 90 bend in hips and knee Keep torso upright Bonus: Step forward into front scale to perform bonus Swing leg forward and raise torso after bonus to perform cartwheel Legs straddled as wide as possible May keep legs straight after backward roll. May keep arms straight in backward roll Difficulty 5.00 (5x + 1x0.5) + Execution 5.00 = Total BONUS: replace prescribed element Special Judging note: A deduction of 0.30 per routine will be taken for non-value parts, or parts thereof, which are omitted or added. This excludes steps to change onto the right/left leg (see General Rule #32). Elements are indicated in UPPERCASE and all parts must be done to receive the full value. If a part of the element is omitted, deduct the whole value. FINAL RSA MEN S ARTISTIC GYMNASTICS Levels 1-9 Syllabus & Abridged Judges Code of Points ( ) Level 1 Judges MANUAL 18

19 LEVEL 2 VAULT (Springboard and 60cm landing mat) Description Value Performance Expectations Run up FORWARD HANDSPRING onto 60 cm - lie on back in finished position [flyspring onto 60 cm mats] 4.5 [5.0] Keep tight body in handstand position after hands touched Keep tight body position in finished position Difficulty 5.00 (1x x0.5) + Execution 5.00 = Total BONUS: replace prescribed vault Special Judging note: The prescribed, standard Vault has a difficulty value of The Bonus vault has a difficulty value of Should a gymnast perform a ZERO vault, as defined by the FIG, he may repeat it once with a deduction of 1.00 point from the Start value of the second attempt. No more attempts are permitted. FINAL RSA MEN S ARTISTIC GYMNASTICS Levels 1-9 Syllabus & Abridged Judges Code of Points ( ) Level 1 Judges MANUAL 19

20 LEVEL 2 PARALLEL BARS Description Value Performance Expectations Jump with straight arms to TUCKED L-SIT (2s) [L-sit 2s] extend hips and straddle with straight legs across bars place hands forward ahead of legs [1.4] At least 90 bend in hips and knees in tucked L-sit Keep arms straight Bonus: keep legs straight in L-sit PULL FORWARD ON BARS WITH STRAIGHT ARMS CLOSE LEGS BACKWARD TO END IN FRONT SUPPORT Keep arms & legs straight SWING FORWARD TO HORIZONTAL SWING BACKWARD TO HORIZONTAL Keep a tight body position in the front and the back swing SWING FORWARD TO HORIZONTAL SWING BACKWARD TO HORIZONTAL Keep a tight body position in the front and the back swing SWING FORWARD TO HORIZONTAL SWING BACKWARD TO ABOVE HORIZONTAL dismount to the side. Keep a tight body position in the front and the back swing Don t hold the bar on landing Keep torso upright on landing Difficulty 5.00 (5x + 1x0.5) + Execution 5.00 = Total BONUS: modify prescribed element Special Judging note: Parallel Bar swings: apply the usual deductions when deviating from the required angles o 1-15 = 0.1 deduction = 0.3 deduction = 0.5 deduction Deduction for extra swings = 0.5 for full extra swing A deduction of 0.30 per routine will be taken for non-value parts, or parts thereof, which are omitted or added (see General Rule #32). Elements are indicated in UPPERCASE and all parts must be done to receive the full value. If a part of the element is omitted, deduct the whole value. FINAL RSA MEN S ARTISTIC GYMNASTICS Levels 1-9 Syllabus & Abridged Judges Code of Points ( ) Level 1 Judges MANUAL 20

21 LEVEL 2 LOW BAR Description Value Performance Expectations Stand straight hold the bar with both hands in overgrip PULL OVER THE BAR WITH PIKED BODY to front support Keep legs straight in pull over Swing leg sideways over the bar to scissors support DROP BACK AND KNEE CIRCLE UP WITH STRAIGHT ARMS TO SUPPORT Change hand to undergrip ½ TURN AND SWING LEG BACKWARD OVER BAR front support Show a clear support from the bar Don t sit on bar Straight knee at bottom of swing Show a clear support from the bar Don t sit on bar CAST BACKWARD HIP CIRCLE THROUGH FRONT SUPPORT Keep a tight body position during backward hip circle Hips must stay at the bar during the element UNDERSWING TO DISMOUNT [Underswing = bar height]. [1.4] Keep hips at bar during underswing Keep torso upright on landing Bonus: hips must be in line with bar Difficulty 5.00 (5x + 1x0.5) + Execution 5.00 = Total BONUS: modify prescribed element Special Judging note: Legs or feet touching the apparatus = 0.10 deduction Quick sit = 0.30 deduction No attempt to lift from the bar after sitting = 0.50 deduction (each element) Sitting on the bar while doing the turns = 1.0 deduction Knee circle: deduct for bent legs only when the leg is bent in the hang phase FINAL RSA MEN S ARTISTIC GYMNASTICS Levels 1-9 Syllabus & Abridged Judges Code of Points ( ) Level 1 Judges MANUAL 21

22 A deduction of 0.30 per routine will be taken for non-value parts, or parts thereof, which are omitted or added (see General Rule #32). Elements are indicated in UPPERCASE and all parts must be done to receive the full value. If a part of the element is omitted, deduct the whole value. LEVEL 3 FLOOR EXERCISE Description Value Performance Expectations (A-D) From standing, step forward and hurdle CARTWHEEL-OFF STRETCH JUMP to momentary stand Hurdle must be from one leg Lower arms forward and fall rearward BACKWARD ROLL WITH STRAIGHT LEGS AND BENT ARMS TO PIKE STAND lift torso to stand May keep arms straight in backward roll (D-A) Kick to HANDSTAND-FORWARD ROLL to standing upright Keep arms straight in forward roll Step forward to FRONT SCALE (2s) arms forward/sideways Knee & shoulders above hips Raise torso with shoulders extended swing leg forward to immediate CARTWHEEL - ¼ TURN OUTWARD to stand with arms upward [step to hurdle Round-off - stretch jump] lower arms against sides to finish. [1.4] If bonus is done, the ¼ turn is not performed Difficulty 5.00 (5x + 1x0.5) + Execution 5.00 = Total BONUS: replace prescribed element Special Judging note: A deduction of 0.30 per routine will be taken for non-value parts, or parts thereof, which are omitted or added. This excludes steps to change onto the right/left leg (see General Rule #32). Elements are indicated in UPPERCASE and all parts must be done to receive the full value. If a part of the element is omitted, deduct the whole value. FINAL RSA MEN S ARTISTIC GYMNASTICS Levels 1-9 Syllabus & Abridged Judges Code of Points ( ) Level 1 Judges MANUAL 22

23 LEVEL 3 VAULT (Springboard, 80cm thick Mats + 20cm landing mat) Description Value Performance Expectations Run up FORWARD HANDSPRING over 80cm mats [bonus: stuck landing] 4.5 [0.5] Keep body tight in on-flight Pass through vertical handstand position shoulders should not fall forward in the support phase Distinct lift of body in offflight Difficulty 5.00 (1x x0.5) + Execution 5.00 = Total BONUS: stuck landing Special Judging note: Should a gymnast perform a ZERO vault, as defined by the FIG, he may repeat it once with a deduction of 1.00 point from the S tart value of the second attempt. No more attempts are permitted. Bonus is awarded if the gymnast lands completely still. Normal landing deductions apply e.g. for arm swings and legs apart. Feet movement is allo wed as per the Landing rules in the Code of Points. Age Group All age groups Height of Vaulting Mats 80cm FINAL RSA MEN S ARTISTIC GYMNASTICS Levels 1-9 Syllabus & Abridged Judges Code of Points ( ) Level 1 Judges MANUAL 23

24 LEVEL 3 PARALLEL BARS Description Value Performance Expectations Jump to L-SUPPORT (2s) 90 bend in hips, knees straight Extend hips and straddle with straight legs across bars place hands forward ahead of legs PRESS TO STRADDLED FORWARD ROLL push to rear support and straddle with legs across bars bend legs and swing upwards off bars close legs in rear support Keep legs straight SWING BACKWARD TO HORIZONTAL SWING FORWARD TO HORIZONTAL Keep a tight body position in the front and the back swing SWING BACKWARD TO HORIZONTAL SWING FORWARD TO HORIZONTAL Keep a tight body position in the front and the back swing SWING BACKWARD ABOVE HORIZONTAL [swing to momentary handstand before dismount] DISMOUNT TO THE SIDE. [1.4] Keep a tight body position in the front and the back swing Keep torso upright & don t hold the bar on landing Bonus: swing to momentary handstand (1 sec) before dismount Difficulty 5.00 (5x + 1x0.5) + Execution 5.00 = Total BONUS: modify prescribed element Special Judging note: Parallel Bar swings: apply the usual deductions when deviating from the required angles o 1-15 = 0.1 deduction = 0.3 deduction = 0.5 deduction Deduction for extra swings = 0.5 for full extra swing A deduction of 0.30 per routine will be taken for non-value parts, or parts thereof, which are omitted or added (see General Rule #32). Elements are indicated in UPPERCASE and all parts must be done to receive the full value. If a part of the element is omitted, deduct the whole value. Bonus: gymnast must show control in handstand position before pushing off to the side for the dismount. FINAL RSA MEN S ARTISTIC GYMNASTICS Levels 1-9 Syllabus & Abridged Judges Code of Points ( ) Level 1 Judges MANUAL 24

25 LEVEL 3 LOW BAR Description Value Performance Expectations PULL OVER TO FRONT SUPPORT WITH PIKED BODY [running kip to front support] [1.4] Keep legs straight in pull over Bonus: may tap on floor with feet before lifting feet to bar Swing leg over to scissor support sit on bar and change both hands to undergrip MILL CIRCLE FORWARDS scissors support Show a clear support from the bar Don t sit on bar Keep legs open in Mill circle ½ TURN AND SWING LEG BACKWARD OVER BAR TO FRONT SUPPORT Show a clear support from the bar Don t sit on bar CAST TO HORIZONTAL BACKWARD HIP CIRCLE THROUGH SUPPORT Keep a tight body position during backward hip circle Hips must stay at the bar during the element UNDERSWING AT BAR HEIGHT TO DISMOUNT Keep hips at bar during underswing Keep torso upright on landing Difficulty 5.00 (5x + 1x0.5) + Execution 5.00 = Total BONUS: replace prescribed element Special Judging note: Legs or feet touching the apparatus = 0.10 deduction Quick sit = 0.30 deduction No attempt to lift from the bar after sitting = 0.50 deduction (each element) Sitting on the bar while doing the turns = 1.0 deduction A deduction of 0.30 per routine will be taken for non-value parts, or parts thereof, which are omitted or added (see General Rule #32). Elements are indicated in UPPERCASE and all parts must be done to receive the full value. If a part of the element is omitted, deduct the whole value. FINAL RSA MEN S ARTISTIC GYMNASTICS Levels 1-9 Syllabus & Abridged Judges Code of Points ( ) Level 1 Judges MANUAL 25

26 ROUTINE SUMMARY SHEETS FOR JUDGES Contents Level Level Level FINAL RSA MEN S ARTISTIC GYMNASTICS Levels 1-9 Syllabus & Abridged Judges Code of Points ( ) Level 1 Judges MANUAL 26

27 Gymnast NUMBER LEVEL 1 FLOOR EXERCISE ROLL FORWARD TO CROUCH IMMEDIATE STRETCH JUMP BACKWARD ROLL TO CROUCH TUCKED HANDSTAND (bunny hop) PRESS TO HEADSTAND WITH TUCKED LEGS (2s) [headstand with straight legs (2s)] modify element 4 TOE STAND (2 sec) Start Value Total Ded (Dscore) (Escore) Final Score (from 10.00) [1.4] FINAL RSA MEN S ARTISTIC GYMNASTICS Levels 1-9 Syllabus & Abridged Judges Code of Points ( ) Level 1 Judges MANUAL 27

28 Gymnast NUMBER LEVEL 1 - VAULT (Springboard and 20cm landing mat) TUCK JUMP Start Value Total Ded (Dscore) (Escore) Final Score (from 10.00) [bonus: stuck landing] 4.5 [0.5] FINAL RSA MEN S ARTISTIC GYMNASTICS Levels 1-9 Syllabus & Abridged Judges Code of Points ( ) Level 1 Judges MANUAL 28

29 Gymnast NUMBER LEVEL 1 - PARALLEL BARS JUMP TO TUCKED L-SIT (2s) WALK SIX (6) STEPS FORWARD IN SUPPORT [add ½ turn forward in support after steps] add element SWING BACKWARD TO HORIZONTAL SWING FORWARD WITH STRETCHED BODY SWING BACKWARD TO HORIZONTAL SWING FORWARD WITH STRETCHED BODY SWING BACKWARD TO HORIZONTAL DISMOUNT TO THE SIDE Start Value Total Ded (Dscore) (Escore) Final Score (from 10.00) [0.5] FINAL RSA MEN S ARTISTIC GYMNASTICS Levels 1-9 Syllabus & Abridged Judges Code of Points ( ) Level 1 Judges MANUAL 29

30 Gymnast NUMBER LEVEL 1 - LOW BAR PULL OVER THE BAR WITH TUCKED LEGS [pull over with straight legs] modify element 1 SWING LEG SIDEWAYS OVER THE BAR TO SCISSORS SUPPORT ½ TURN AND SWING LEG BACKWARD OVER BAR TO FRONT SUPPORT CAST WITH A STRAIGHT BODY IMMEDIATE CAST TO HORIZONTAL PUSH OFF TO DISMOUNT Start Value Total Ded (Dscore) (Escore) Final Score (from 10.00) [1.4] FINAL RSA MEN S ARTISTIC GYMNASTICS Levels 1-9 Syllabus & Abridged Judges Code of Points ( ) Level 1 Judges MANUAL 30

31 Gymnast NUMBER LEVEL 2 FLOOR EXERCISE KICK TO MOMENTARY HANDSTAND STRAIGHT LEGS ROLL FORWARD IMMEDIATE STRETCH JUMP WITH 180 TURN L-TUCK SCALE (2s) [front scale (2s)] replace element 3 CARTWHEEL BACKWARD ROLL WITH STRAIGHT LEGS AND BENT ARMS TO STAND Start Value Total Ded (Dscore) (Escore) Final Score (from 10.00) [1.4] FINAL RSA MEN S ARTISTIC GYMNASTICS Levels 1-9 Syllabus & Abridged Judges Code of Points ( ) Level 1 Judges MANUAL 31

32 Gymnast NUMBER LEVEL 2 - VAULT (Springboard and 60cm landing mat) FORWARD HANDSPRING lie on back in finished position [Flyspring onto 60 cm mats] Start Value Total Ded (Dscore) (Escore) Final Score (from 10.00) 4.5 [5.0] FINAL RSA MEN S ARTISTIC GYMNASTICS Levels 1-9 Syllabus & Abridged Judges Code of Points ( ) Level 1 Judges MANUAL 32

33 Gymnast NUMBER LEVEL 2 - PARALLEL BARS TUCKED L-SIT (2s) [L-sit 2s] modify element 1 PULL FORWARD ON BARS WITH STRAIGHT ARMS SWING BACKWARD AND CLOSE LEGS TO END IN FRONT SUPPORT SWING FORWARD TO HORIZONTAL SWING BACKWARD TO HORIZONTAL SWING FORWARD TO HORIZONTAL SWING BACKWARD TO HORIZONTAL SWING FORWARD TO HORIZONTAL SWING BACKWARD TO ABOVE HORIZONTAL Start Value Total Ded (Dscore) (Escore) Final Score (from 10.00) [1.4] FINAL RSA MEN S ARTISTIC GYMNASTICS Levels 1-9 Syllabus & Abridged Judges Code of Points ( ) Level 1 Judges MANUAL 33

34 Gymnast NUMBER LEVEL 2 - LOW BAR PULL OVER THE BAR WITH PIKED BODY DROP BACK AND KNEE CIRCLE UP WITH STRAIGHT ARMS TO SUPPORT ½ TURN AND SWING LEG BACKWARD OVER BAR CAST BACKWARD HIP CIRCLE THROUGH FRONT SUPPORT UNDERSWING TO DISMOUNT [Underswing = bar height] modify element 5 Start Value Total Ded (Dscore) (Escore) Final Score (from 10.00) [1.4] FINAL RSA MEN S ARTISTIC GYMNASTICS Levels 1-9 Syllabus & Abridged Judges Code of Points ( ) Level 1 Judges MANUAL 34

35 Gymnast NUMBER LEVEL 3 - FLOOR (Escore) CARTWHEEL- OFF STRETCH JUMP BACKWARD ROLL WITH STRAIGHT LEGS AND BENT ARMS TO PIKE STAND HANDSTAND- FORWARD ROLL FRONT SCALE (2s) CARTWHEEL - ¼ TURN OUTWARD [step to hurdle Round-off - stretch jump] replace element 5 Start Value Total Ded (Dscore) Final Score (from 10.00) [1.4] FINAL RSA MEN S ARTISTIC GYMNASTICS Levels 1-9 Syllabus & Abridged Judges Code of Points ( ) Level 1 Judges MANUAL 35

36 Gymnast NUMBER LEVEL 3 - VAULT (Springboard, 80 cm Thick Mats and 20cm landing mat) FORWARD HANDSPRING over 80cm mats Start Value Total Ded (Dscore) (Escore) Final Score (from 10.00) [bonus: stuck landing] 4.5 [0.5] FINAL RSA MEN S ARTISTIC GYMNASTICS Levels 1-9 Syllabus & Abridged Judges Code of Points ( ) Level 1 Judges MANUAL 36

37 Gymnast NUMBER LEVEL 3 - PARALLEL BARS L-SUPPORT (2s) PRESS TO STRADDLED FORWARD ROLL SWING BACKWARD TO HORIZONTAL SWING FORWARD TO HORIZONTAL SWING BACKWARD TO HORIZONTAL SWING FORWARD TO HORIZONTAL SWING BACKWARD ABOVE HORIZONTAL DISMOUNT TO THE SIDE [swing to momentary handstand before dismount] modify element 5 Start Value Total Ded (Dscore) (Escore) Final Score (from 10.00) [1.4] FINAL RSA MEN S ARTISTIC GYMNASTICS Levels 1-9 Syllabus & Abridged Judges Code of Points ( ) Level 1 Judges MANUAL 37

38 Gymnast NUMBER LEVEL 3 LOW BAR PULL OVER TO FRONT SUPPORT WITH PIKED BODY [running kip to front support] replace element 1 MILL CIRCLE FORWARDS ½ TURN AND SWING LEG BACKWARD OVER BAR TO FRONT SUPPORT CAST TO HORIZONTAL BACKWARD HIP CIRCLE THROUGH SUPPORT UNDERSWING AT BAR HEIGHT TO DISMOUNT Start Value Total Ded (Dscore) (Escore) Final Score (from 10.00) [1.4] FINAL RSA MEN S ARTISTIC GYMNASTICS Levels 1-9 Syllabus & Abridged Judges Code of Points ( ) Level 1 Judges MANUAL 38

39 Abridged RSA Judging Code of Points THE FULL FIG CODE OF POINTS, CONTAINING ALL RULES AND REGULATIONS GOVERNING THE SPORT OF MEN S ARTISTIC GYMNASTICS, IS AVAILABLE ON THE INTERNATIONAL GYMNASTICS FEDERATION S WEBSITE. SECTION 1 - PURPOSE The primary purpose of the Code of Points is to: PART I REGULATIONS GOVERNING COMPETITIONS 1. Provide an objective means of evaluating gymnastics exercises at all levels of regional, national, and international competitions. 2. Assure the identification of the best gymnast in any competition. 3. Guide coaches and gymnasts in the composition of competition exercises. 4. Provide information about the source of other technical information and regulations frequently needed at competitions by judges, coaches, and gymnasts. SECTION 2 REGULATIONS GOVERNING GYMNASTS Article 2.1 Rights of gymnasts General The gymnast is guaranteed the right to: a) Have their performance judged correctly, fairly, and in accordance with the stipulations of the Code of Points. b) Have their score publicly displayed immediately following his performance or in accordance with the specific regulations governing that competition. c) Repeat their entire exercise, if the exercise has been interrupted for reasons beyond his control or responsibility, with permission of the Superior Jury (Head Judge). d) Briefly leave the competition hall for personal reasons and that such a request not be unreasonably denied with permission from the Chair of the Superior Jury (Head Judge). NOTE: The competition may not be delayed through his absence. e) Receive through their delegation leader the correct result output, showing all his scores received in the competition. Apparatus The gymnast is guaranteed the right to: FINAL RSA MEN S ARTISTIC GYMNASTICS Levels 1-9 Syllabus & Abridged Judges Code of Points ( ) Level 1 Judges MANUAL 39

40 f) Use of mandatory additional 10 cm soft mats on top of the existing basic landing mats (20 cm) for Vault and Horizontal Bar. g) Be assisted to the hanging position by a coach or gymnast for the start of their exercise on Rings and Horizontal Bar. h) Have one spotter (helper) present at Rings and Horizontal Bar. i) Rest or recuperate for up to 30 seconds following a fall from the apparatus. j) Confer with their coach during the 30 seconds available to him following a fall from the apparatus and between the first and second vaults. k) Request permission to raise the Horizontal Bar and/or Rings to accommodate their height. Warm-up l) Each competing gymnast (including substitute of an injured gymnast) is entitled to a touch warm-up period immediately prior to the competition on the podium on all apparatus in accordance with the Technical Regulations that govern that competition: NOTE: o o 30 seconds on all apparatus except Parallel Bar, 50 seconds on Parallel Bars, including bar preparation. If a gymnast is mentally and physically prepared to vault or is still on the apparatus at that time, they may complete the element or sequence started. Following the warm-up period or during the "competition pause", the apparatus may be prepared, but not used. There will be a conspicuous signal from the D1-judge (at official FIG competitions, a green light) 30 seconds before their exercise is expected to begin. Article 2.2 Responsibilities of the gymnast a) To know the Code of Points and conduct himself accordingly. b) To submit, or have their coach submit, a written request at least 24 hours before podium training to the Chair of the Superior Jury to raise the Horizontal Bar and/or Rings; or to submit such requests in accordance with the Technical Regulations that govern that competition. Article 2.3 Duties of the gymnast General a) To present himself (allowing for 1 or 2 arms to be lifted) and thereby acknowledge the D1-judge at the commencement of his exercise and to acknowledge the same judge at the conclusion of his exercise. b) To begin the exercise within 30 seconds of the green light or signal from D1 (on all apparatus). c) To remount within 30 seconds after a fall (the timing starts when the gymnast is on his feet after the fall). In this time the gymnast can recuperate, re-chalk, confer with his coach and remount. d) To leave the podium immediately after the conclusion of their exercise. e) To refrain from changing the height of any apparatus, unless permission has been granted. f) To refrain from speaking with active judges during the competition. g) To refrain from delaying the competition, remaining on the podium for too long, remounting the podium on completion of his exercise, and from otherwise abusing his rights or infringing on those of any other participant. FINAL RSA MEN S ARTISTIC GYMNASTICS Levels 1-9 Syllabus & Abridged Judges Code of Points ( ) Level 1 Judges MANUAL 40

41 h) To refrain from any other undisciplined or abusive behavior or infringing on those of any other participant (i.e. marking the floor carpet with magnesium, damaging any apparatus surface or parts during preparation for his exercise or removing springs from the spring board. These violations will be treated as apparatus related violations, and will be deducted as large errors with 0.5 points). i) To notify the Superior Jury, if a necessity arises to leave the competition hall. The Competition may not be delayed through his absence. j) To leave the supplementary mats in position (for landing) during the entire exercise. k) To participate in the respective Award Ceremony dressed in competition attire according to FIG Protocol. Competition Attire l) They have the option of wearing short pants with or without socks or long gymnastics pants with socks on Floor Exercise and Vault. m) The wearing of a gymnastics singlet on all apparatus is compulsory. n) They have the option of wearing of gymnastic footwear and /or socks. o) They must wear the bib number supplied by the organizing committee. p) Handguards, body bandages, and wrist wraps are permitted; they must be securely fastened, in good repair and should not detract from the aesthetics of the performance. Bandages must be skin-colored when available from the manufacturer. Articles 2.4 Penalties a) The normal penalty for a violation of the rules and expectations presented in Article 2 and Article 3 are considered medium errors of 0.30 points for behavioral violations and large errors of 0.50 points for apparatus related violations. The penalties are deducted from the Final Score by the D1-judge and, when necessary, to notify the Superior Jury. b) A few other possibilities for penalties also exist and these are outlined below. c) Unless otherwise indicated these penalties are always applied by the D1-judge to the Final Score for that exercise. d) In extreme cases, the gymnast or coach may be expelled from the competition hall in addition to suffering the specified penalty. e) Violations and the associated penalties are: Violation Behaviour Related Violations Any attire violations (Art. 2.3) Not acknowledging the D1-judge before or after the exercise Exceeding 30 seconds before commencing exercise Exceeding 30 seconds before continuing after a fall Remounting podium after the exercise Coach speaking with gymnast during the exercise Other undisciplined or abusive behavior Apparatus Related Violations Non-permitted presence of spotter Incorrect use of magnesium and/or damaging apparatus Illegal use of supplementary mats or non-use where required Coach moving supplementary mats during the exercise Penalty 0.30 from the Final Score (once for a competition session) applied by the Chair of the Superior Jury 0.30 for each time from the Final Score by the D1-judge 0.30 from the Final Score by the D1-judge Exercise is terminated at the fall 0.30 from the Final Score by the D1-judge 0.30 from the Final Score by the D1-judge 0.30 from the Final Score by the D1-judge 0.50 from the Final Score by the D1-judge 0.50 from the Final Score by the D1-judge 0.50 from the Final Score by the D1-judge 0.50 from the Final Score by the D1-judge FINAL RSA MEN S ARTISTIC GYMNASTICS Levels 1-9 Syllabus & Abridged Judges Code of Points ( ) Level 1 Judges MANUAL 41

42 Changing the height of the apparatus without permission Re-arrangement or removal of springs from the springboard Other Individual Violations Absent from the competition area without permission and failure to return and complete the competition Absent from Victory Ceremony Performing without signal or green light Team Violations Team gymnast(s) compete in wrong order on an apparatus Violations of attire regulations that apply to Team Competition 0.50 from the Final Score by the D1-judge 0.50 from the Final Score by the D1-judge Disqualification from remainder of competition (By the Chair of the Superior Jury) Result and Final Score is annulled for team and individual purposes (By Superior Jury) Final Score = 0 points 1.0 from the Total Team Score on the applicable apparatus (By Chair of the Superior Jury) 1.0 from the Total Team Score, once per competition, applied by the Chair of the Superior Jury Article 2.5 Gymnasts' Oath "In the name of all gymnasts, I promise that we shall take part in this Competition (or any other official FIG Event), respecting and abiding by the rules which govern them, committing ourselves to a sport without doping and without drugs, in the true spirit of sportsmanship, for the glory of sport and the honor of the gymnasts." SECTION 3 REGULATIONS FOR COACHES Article 3.1 Rights of the Coach The coach is guaranteed the right to: a) Assist the gymnast or team under his care in submitting written requests related to the raising of apparatus and the rating of a new vault or element. b) Assist the gymnast or team under his care on the podium during the warm up period on all apparatus. c) Help the gymnast or team prepare the apparatus for competition. d) Lift the gymnast to a hanging position on the Rings and Horizontal Bar. e) Be present on the podium after the green light is lit to remove the springboard on Parallel Bars. f) Be present at Rings and Horizontal Bar during the gymnast's exercise for reasons of safety. g) Assist or advise the gymnast during the thirty seconds after a fall on all apparatus and between the first and second vault. h) Have his gymnast's score publicly displayed immediately following their performance or in accordance with the specific regulations governing that competition. i) Be present at all apparatus to help in case of injuries or defects of the apparatus. j) Inquire to Superior Jury (Head Judge) concerning the evaluation of the content of the exercise of the gymnast (see Art. 3.4). k) Request to Superior Jury a review of the Time and Line deductions. FINAL RSA MEN S ARTISTIC GYMNASTICS Levels 1-9 Syllabus & Abridged Judges Code of Points ( ) Level 1 Judges MANUAL 42

43 Article 3.2 Responsibilities of the Coach a) Know the Code of Points and conduct himself accordingly. b) Submit the competition order and other information required in accordance with the Code of Points and/or the FIG Technical Regulations that govern that competition. c) Refrain from changing the height of any apparatus or adding, rearranging or removing springs from the springboard. d) Refrain from delaying the competition, obstructing the view of the judges, and from otherwise abusing or interfering with the rights of any other participant. e) Refrain from speaking to the gymnast or from assisting in any other way (give signals, shouts, cheers or similar) during his performance. f) Refrain from engaging in discussions with active judges and/ or other persons outside of the inner arena circle during the competition (exception: team doctor, delegation leader). g) Refrain from any other undisciplined or abusive behavior. h) Conduct himself in a fair and sportsmanlike manner at all times during the competition. i) Participate in a sportsmanlike manner in any applicable Award Ceremony. Article 3.3 Penalties Behavior of coach By Chair of Superior Jury (In Consultation with Superior Jury) For FIG Official and Registered Competitions Behavior of Coach with no direct impact on the result/performance of the gymnast/team Unsportsmanlike conduct (valid for all phases of the competition) 1st time -Yellow card for coach (warning) 2nd time -Red card for coach and removal of coach from the competition.* Other fragrant, undisciplined and abusive behavior (valid for all phases of Immediate Red card for coach and removal of coach from the the competition) competition.* Behaviour of Coach with direct impact on the result/performance of the gymnast/team Unsportsmanlike conduct, i.e. unexcused delay or interruption of competition, speaking to active judges during the competition except to D1-Judge (inquiry only permitted), speaking directly to the gymnast, by giving signals, shouts (cheers) or similar during the exercise, etc. Other flagrant, undisciplined and abusive behavior, i.e. incorrect presence of unauthorized persons in inner circle during competition, etc. 1st time (from gymnast/team at event) and Yellow card for coach (warning) if coach speaks to active judges 1st time (from gymnast/team at event) and Yellow card for coach (warning) if coach speaks aggressively to active judges 2nd time (from gymnast/ team at event), Red card for coach and removal of coach from the competition floor* (from gymnast/team at event), immediate Red card for coach and removal of coach from the competition floor* NOTE: If one of two coaches from a team is dismissed from the competition inner circle, it is possible to replace that coach with another coach one time during the entire competition. 1st offense = yellow card. 2nd offense = red card, at which time the coach is excluded from the rest of the competition phases. FINAL RSA MEN S ARTISTIC GYMNASTICS Levels 1-9 Syllabus & Abridged Judges Code of Points ( ) Level 1 Judges MANUAL 43

44 Article 3.4 Inquiries Please refer to TR (Technical Regulations). Article 3.5 Coaches' Oath "In the name of all Coaches and other members of the athlete's entourage, I promise that we shall commit ourselves to ensuring that the spirit of sportsmanship and ethics is fully adhered to and upheld in accordance with the fundamental principles of Olympism. We shall commit ourselves to educating the gymnasts to adhere to fair play and drug free sport and to respect all FIG Rules governing the Competition." SECTION 4 REGULATIONS FOR THE TECHNICAL COMMITTEE (OMMITTED) SECTION 5 REGULATIONS AND STRUCTURE OF APPARATUS JURIES Article 5.1 Responsibilities Every Judge is fully and alone responsible for their scores. All members of the Apparatus Juries have the responsibility to: a) Have thorough knowledge of: the FIG Technical Regulations, the Code of Points and the FIG Judges' Rules & any other technical information necessary to carry out their duties during a competition. b) Possess the Category necessary for the level of competition they are judging. c) Have extensive knowledge in contemporary gymnastics and to understand the intent, purpose, interpretation, and application of each rule. d) Attend all scheduled instruction sessions and meetings of judges before the respective Competition (extraordinary exceptions, which were unavoidable, will actually be decided by the FIG MTCs). e) Adhere to any special organizational or judging related instruction given by the governing authorities (i.e. scoring system instructions). f) Participation in podium training is mandatory for all judges (where applicable). g) Be prepared thoroughly on all apparatus. h) Be capable of fulfilling the various necessary mechanical duties, which include: correctly completing any required score sheets, using any necessary computer or mechanical equipment, facilitating the efficient running of the competition & communicating effectively with other judges i) Be well prepared, rested, vigilant, and punctually present at least one hour before the start of competition or according to the instructions from the Work plan. FINAL RSA MEN S ARTISTIC GYMNASTICS Levels 1-9 Syllabus & Abridged Judges Code of Points ( ) Level 1 Judges MANUAL 44

45 j) Wear the FIG prescribed competition uniform (dark blue jacket, grey trousers, light colored shirt with tie), except at the OG, where the uniform is supplied by the Organizing Committee. During the competition judges must: a) Behave at all times in a professional manner and exemplify non-partisan ethical behavior. b) Fulfill the functions outlined as specified in Article 5.4. c) Evaluate each exercise accurately, consistently, quickly, objectively and fairly; when in doubt, give the benefit of that doubt to the gymnast. d) Maintain a record of their personal scores. e) Remain in own assigned seat (except with the consent of D1-judge) and refrain from having contact or discussions with gymnasts, coaches, delegation leaders or other judges. Penalties for inappropriate evaluation and behavior by judges will be in accordance with the current version of the FIG Judges' Rules and/or the TR that apply to that competition. Article 5.2 Rights In case of an intervention by the Superior Jury, the Judge has the right to explain their score and to agree (or not) to a change. In case of disagreement the Judge may be overruled by the Superior Jury and shall be informed accordingly. In case of arbitrary action taken against a judge, they have the right to file an appeal: a) to the Superior Jury, if the action was initiated by the Apparatus Supervisor or b) To the Jury of Appeal, if the action was initiated by the Superior Jury. Article 5.3 Composition of the Apparatus Jury The Apparatus Jury (Judges' Panels) For all official FIG Competitions (and those sanctioned by the National Federation), the Apparatus Jury will consist of a D-Panel and an E-Panel. The structure of the Apparatus Jury for the various types of competitions should be as follows: WC and OG International Invitational RSA/ SAGF Competitions 9 Judge Panel 2 D - Panel Judges 5 E - Panel Judges 2 R - Panel Judges Minimum 6 Judge Panel 2 D - Panel Judges 4 E - Panel Judges Modifications to the Judges' Panels are possible for other international competitions and for national and local competitions. Minimum 2 Judge Panel 1 D-Panel Judge 1 E-Panel Judge Where available, time and line judges can be tasked FINAL RSA MEN S ARTISTIC GYMNASTICS Levels 1-9 Syllabus & Abridged Judges Code of Points ( ) Level 1 Judges MANUAL 45

46 Article 5.4 Function of the Apparatus Jury Article Functions of the D-Panel a) D-Panel Judges record the entire exercise content in symbol notation, evaluate independently, without bias and then jointly determine the D- score content. Discussion is allowed. b) The D-score content includes the value of elements (difficulty value) as stipulated in the Table of Elements / Routines. Function of the D1-judge: a) To serve as liaison between the Apparatus Jury and the Apparatus Supervisor. The Apparatus Supervisor will then consult when necessary with the Superior Jury. b) To coordinate the work of the Time Judges, Line Judges and Secretaries. c) To ensure the efficient running of the competition, including the control of warm up time. d) To display the green light or other conspicuous signal to notify the gymnasts they must begin their exercise within thirty seconds. e) To ensure that neutral deductions for time, line, behavior faults are taken from the Final Score before being flashed. f) To ensure the correct penalties for a short exercise are applied. g) To ensure the following deductions are applied, if necessary: Gymnast s failure to present before and after the exercise, Performance of an invalid "0" vault, Assistance during Vault, Exercise and Dismounts. Article Functions of the E-Panel a) They must observe the exercises attentively, evaluate the faults and apply the corresponding deductions correctly, independently and without consulting the other judges. b) They must record the deductions for General Faults, Technical compositional errors & Positional Errors c) They must complete the score slip with a legible signature or enter their deductions into the computer. d) They must be able to provide a personal written record of their evaluation of all exercises. Article 5.6 Seating Arrangements The judges will be seated at a location and distance from the apparatus which permits an unobstructed view of the total performance and which permits them to fulfill all of their evaluation duties: D-Panel Judges must be in line with the center of the apparatus. The timer sits by the Apparatus Jury (either side). The line judges at Floor must sit at opposite corners and observe the 2 lines closest to them. The line judge at Vault must sit at the far end of the landing area. The placement of the E-jury will be clockwise around the apparatus beginning from the left of the D-Panel. FINAL RSA MEN S ARTISTIC GYMNASTICS Levels 1-9 Syllabus & Abridged Judges Code of Points ( ) Level 1 Judges MANUAL 46

47 Variations in the seating arrangement are possible depending on the conditions available in the competition hall. Article 5.7 Judge's Oath (TR 7.12) "In the name of all the Judges and officials, I promise that we shall officiate in this competition (or any other official FIG Event) with complete impartiality, respecting and abiding by the rules which govern them, in the true spirit of sportsmanship." FINAL RSA MEN S ARTISTIC GYMNASTICS Levels 1-9 Syllabus & Abridged Judges Code of Points ( ) Level 1 Judges MANUAL 47

48 SECTION 6 EVALUATION OF COMPETITIONS EXERCISES Article 6.1 General Rules 1. Two separates scores, "D" and "E", will be calculated on all apparatus. PART II - EVALUATION OF EXERCISES The D-jury determine the "D" score, the content of an exercise, and the E-jury the "E" score, i.e. the exercise presentation related to compositional requirements, technique and body position. Article Determination of the Final Score 1. The Final Score of an exercise will be established by the addition of the "D" and final "E" scores. 2. The All-Around Score is the sum of the Final Scores obtained for the all exercises. 3. The Team Score is calculated in accordance with the current Technical Regulations that govern that competition. 4. The Final Score is normally calculated by the competition scoring personnel but must be confirmed by the Apparatus Supervisor before it is displayed. SECTION 7 REGULATIONS GOVERNING THE D-SCORE Article 7.4 Evaluation by the D-jury 1. The D-jury is responsible for evaluating the content of the exercise and determining the correct "D" score on each apparatus as defined in Sections 10 to 15. Except in the circumstances defined in Article 7.4 the D-jury is obligated to recognize and credit each legal element that is correctly performed. 2. The gymnast is expected to include in his exercise only elements that he can perform with complete safety and with a high degree of aesthetic and technical mastery. Very poorly performed elements will not be recognized by the D-jury and will be deducted by the E-jury. 3. Each element is defined to the perfect end position or as being performed with perfection. 4. An element that is not recognized by the D-jury will receive no value. 5. An element will not be recognized by the D-jury if it deviates significantly from the prescribed execution. An element will not be recognized or credited for reasons including, but not necessarily restricted to, the following: a) If, on Floor Exercise, the element is performed beginning outside of the floor area. b) If, on Vault, the gymnast performs an invalid Vault as defined in Section 13. c) If the element is so altered in performance that it can no longer lay any claim to its identification number or value (see also Appendix A.3.1), for example: i. A strength element performed almost entirely with swing. ii. A swing element performed almost entirely with strength. FINAL RSA MEN S ARTISTIC GYMNASTICS Levels 1-9 Syllabus & Abridged Judges Code of Points ( ) Level 1 Judges MANUAL 48

49 iii. A stretched position element performed with a distinct tuck or pike or vice versa. In such cases an element is normally given the value of the element as performed. iv. A strength element normally performed with legs together is performed with legs straddled. v. A strength hold element performed with significantly bent arms. vi. An element in or to handstand on Rings that is controlled with the legs or feet against the cables. d) If the element has been completed with the assistance of a spotter. e) If the gymnast falls on or from the apparatus during an element, or alters, or interrupts it in some other manner. f) If the gymnast falls on or from the apparatus during an element without having reached an end position that permits continuation with at least a swing or that otherwise fails to display a momentary control of the element during landing or re-grasp. g) If strength hold element or a simple hold element is not held for the required time (minimum of 2 seconds). h) If a press or pull out comes from a strength hold element which has not been recognized or credited for any reason. i) If a twisting element on most apparatus is performed with an over- or under-rotation of 90 or greater or if a swinging element is performed with a deviation from the perfect end position of 45 or greater (see also Appendix A.3.1). In some circumstances, especially on Vault, an overor under-rotation of 90 may result in the recognition of different value for the vault by the D-jury. j) If strength hold positions or simple hold positions on any apparatus deviate from the correct horizontal body, arm, or leg position by 45 or greater. k) In all cases, the D-jury is to make decisions based on gymnastics sense and to decide in the interests of the sport of gymnastics. In cases of doubt, the benefit of that doubt must be given to the gymnast. 6. Elements performed so poorly that they are not recognized by the D-jury will normally be severely deducted by the E-jury as well. Article 7.5 Repetition 1. An exercise may not be repeated unless the gymnast has to interrupt his exercise for reasons outside of his control. 2. If the gymnast falls on or from the apparatus, he may choose to continue with his exercise from the fall or to repeat the missed element for credit and continue from there. (See Article 9.2.5). SECTION 8 REGULATIONS GOVERNING THE E-SCORE Article 8.1 Description of Exercise Presentation 1. The Exercise Presentation consists of only those factors that constitute the essence of a contemporary gymnastics performance and the absence of which results in deductions by the E-jury. These factors are: a) The technical, compositional (general expectations for exercise construction), aesthetic and execution. FINAL RSA MEN S ARTISTIC GYMNASTICS Levels 1-9 Syllabus & Abridged Judges Code of Points ( ) Level 1 Judges MANUAL 49

50 Article 8.2 Calculation of E-jury deductions 1. The judges of the E-jury will judge an exercise and determine the deductions independently and do so within 20 seconds of the completion of the exercise. 2. Each performance is evaluated with reference to expectations of perfect performance. All deviations from this expectation are deducted. Article 8.3 Instructions for the Gymnast 1. The gymnast must include in his exercise only elements that he can perform with complete safety and with a high degree of aesthetic and technical mastery. The responsibility for his safety rests entirely with him. The E-jury is required to deduct very rigorously for any aesthetic, execution, composition and technical errors. 2. The gymnast must never attempt to increase the difficulty or the "D" score at the expense of aesthetic and technical execution. 3. All mounts must commence from the basic stand position, from a short run (only Parallel Bars and Horizontal Bar), or from a still hang. Pre-elements or intermediate elements may not precede the mount. This rule does not apply to Vault where the specific rules stated for that apparatus apply. 4. Dismounts from all apparatus as well as the conclusion on Floor Exercise and Vault must end in a standing position with the legs together. With the exception of Floor Exercise, pushing from the apparatus with the feet in order to execute the dismount is not permitted. SECTION 9 TECHNICAL DIRECTIVES Article 9.1 Evaluations by the E-jury 1. The E-Jury is responsible for evaluating all of the aesthetic, execution and technical performance aspects of an exercise as well as its compliance with the composition (exercise construction expectations) for that apparatus. In each case the E-Jury is to demand that elements be performed with perfection and to perfect end positions (see also Appendix A.2). 2. The gymnast is expected to include in his exercise only elements that he can perform with complete safety and with a high degree of aesthetic and technical mastery. All deviations from that expectation will be deducted rigorously by the E-jury. 3. The E-jury is not to concern at all with the difficulty of an exercise. He is obligated to deduct equally severely for any error of the same magnitude regardless of the difficulty of the element or the connection. 4. Judges of the E-Jury (and the D-jury) must remain up-to-date with contemporary gymnastics, must know at all times what the most contemporary performance expectation for an element should be, and must know how standards are changing as the sport evolves. In this context they must also know what is possible, what is reasonable to expect, what is an exception and what is a special effect. 5. The E-Jury must understand to refrain from deducting when some elements, which otherwise have no errors, are performed for a special effect or a special purpose. 6. If for any reason a judge of the E-Jury cannot reach a decision, he must give the benefit of the doubt to the gymnast. 7. The E-jury is obligated to deduct twice for two distinctly different errors in an element, i.e. if the element has both a technical and an aesthetic execution error. For example a Stutzkehre on Parallel Bars may receive both deductions for insufficient amplitude and for bent knees. FINAL RSA MEN S ARTISTIC GYMNASTICS Levels 1-9 Syllabus & Abridged Judges Code of Points ( ) Level 1 Judges MANUAL 50

51 Article 9.2 Determination of Execution and Technical Errors 1. Each element is defined to the perfect end position or as being performed with perfection. (See also Part IV). 2. All deviations from correct performance are considered execution or technical errors and must be evaluated accordingly by the judges. The amount of the deduction for small, medium, or large errors is determined by the degree of deviation from the correct performance. The same deduction is applied each time for the same severity of bending, whether it is the arms, legs, or the body. 3. The following deductions will apply for each and every discernible aesthetic or technical deviation from the expected perfect performance. These deductions must be taken regardless of the difficulty of the element or exercise. a) Small errors: (deduction = 0.1) Small Error Medium Error Large Error Fall 0.1 points 0.3 points 0.5 points 1.0 points i. any minor or slight deviation from the perfect end position and from perfect technical execution; ii. any minor adjustments to hand, foot, or body position; iii. Any other minor violations against aesthetic and technical performance expectations. b) Medium errors: (deduction = 0.3) i. any distinct or significant deviation from the perfect end position and from perfect technical execution; ii. any distinct or significant adjustments to hand, foot, or body position; iii. Any other distinct or significant violation against aesthetic and technical performance expectations. c) Large errors: (deduction = 0.5) i. any major or severe deviation from the perfect end position and from perfect technical execution; ii. any major or severe adjustments to hand, foot, or body position; iii. any full intermediate swing; iv. Any other major or severe violations against aesthetic and technical performance expectations. d) Falls and spotter assistance: (deduction = 1.0) i. any fall on or from the apparatus during an element without having reached an end position that permits continuation with at least a swing (i.e. a distinct hang phase on Horizontal Bar or a distinct support phase on Pommel Horse after the element in question) or that otherwise fails to display a momentary control of the element during landing or re-grasp; ii. 1.0 is the maximum deduction for an element with a fall, and including all steps, touches, or support on the floor or mat leading up to the fall. Other execution deductions incurred for the element (height, landing extension, insufficient twist) still apply; iii. Any assistance by a spotter that contributes to the completion of an element. 4. On all apparatus at the end of the exercise, if a gymnast does not perform a dismount, but lands intentionally on the feet, no deduction for a fall will be considered. FINAL RSA MEN S ARTISTIC GYMNASTICS Levels 1-9 Syllabus & Abridged Judges Code of Points ( ) Level 1 Judges MANUAL 51

52 5. After a fall on or from the apparatus, the exercise may be continued within 30 seconds and the gymnast may use a necessary number of elements or movements to return to his starting position but all of these elements and movements must be performed with perfect execution. He is permitted to repeat the missed element for credit, except if the fall occurred during a dismount (except Pommel Horse) or a Vault. If the gymnast exceeds the allowable time to resume their exercise, an additional 0.30 penalty for excessive time will be applied if the gymnast continues their exercise. The exercise will be terminated if the gymnast has not resumed within 60 seconds. No salute is necessary to resume an exercise from a fall. The exercise officially resumes when the feet leave the mat. 6. Execution errors such as bent knees, bent arms, bad posture or body position, poor rhythm, poor amplitude, etc. are listed in Articles 9.2 and 9.3 and are always deducted according to the degree of error or deviation from what is considered perfect performance. 7. Execution errors, such as bending the arms, legs or body are categorized as follows: Small Error: Medium Error: Large Error: slight bending strong bending extreme bending 8. For strength hold or simple hold positions on any apparatus, angular deviations from the perfect hold position define the magnitude of the technical error and the corresponding technical deduction: Small Error Medium Error Large Error Non-recognition by D-jury up to > 30 > 45 Examples: a) Deviations in hold positions of 30 and greater will receive a large deduction from the E-jury. In addition, deviations of 45 and greater will lead to the non-recognition of the element by the D-jury. 9. A press from a static strength element that did not have its difficulty recognized for any reason will also not have its difficulty recognized. FINAL RSA MEN S ARTISTIC GYMNASTICS Levels 1-9 Syllabus & Abridged Judges Code of Points ( ) Level 1 Judges MANUAL 52

53 10. If the preceding strength hold element has received a deduction for incorrect position, then the same deduction up to a maximum of 0.30 points applies again to a press from that strength hold element if it is determined that the press has been simplified thereby. This interpretation is intended only for circumstances where a high position or a technically poor hold makes the subsequent press easier (i.e. not for presses from faulty L-sits, false grips, or for time of hold positions). This deduction only applies to a high angle deduction being applied to both elements connected by strength. 11. Technical deductions for angular deviation from the perfect end position can also apply to swinging skills. In most cases the perfect end position is defined as a perfect handstand, or during Pommel Horse circles, as a perfect cross support or perfect side support position. For swinging elements the following applies: a) On Floor Exercise, Pommel Horse, Rings, Parallel Bars and Horizontal Bar, swing elements are often expected to be performed through rather than to an exact handstand otherwise the rhythm of an exercise might be interrupted. For that reason a small angular deviation of up to 15 from an exact handstand is permitted up to the conclusion of the element. A small deduction is taken if the deviation from the handstand is between 16 and During swing elements which pass through or end in handstand (see additional rule Art for Horizontal Bar), deviations from the correct position will be penalized as follows: up to 15 No deduction 16 to 30 Small error 31 to 45 Medium error > 45 Large error and non-recognition (D-jury) NB. Deviations in end positions for swinging elements of 45 and greater (or for twisting elements, of 90 and greater) will receive a large deduction from the E-Jury and will not be recognized by the D-jury. However, in some cases, it may be possible for an incompletely twisted element to be recognized as a lower value element in accordance with the amount of twist correctly completed. 13. All hold elements must be held for a minimum of 2 seconds measured from the moment that a complete stop position has been reached. Elements that are not held will receive large deduction and will not be recognized by the D-jury. 2 seconds No deduction Less 2 seconds Medium error Non stop Large error and non-recognition 14. Additional technical deductions are listed in Article 9.4 and specifically for each apparatus in the appropriate Chapter. 15. Deductions for poor landings are listed in Article 9.4. A correct landing is a prepared landing, not one which happens by luck to end in a standing position. An element should be performed with such excellent technique that the gymnast has fully completed it and has had time to reduce rotation and/or extend the body prior to landing. Article 9.3 Expectations for Compositional Exercise Construction 1. The expectations for Compositional exercise construction are those aspects of an exercise that define the essence of our expectations and understanding of a gymnastics performance on each apparatus; such things as using the full floor area; swinging without stops; no repetition; etc. These are specifically defined for each apparatus in the appropriate chapter. FINAL RSA MEN S ARTISTIC GYMNASTICS Levels 1-9 Syllabus & Abridged Judges Code of Points ( ) Level 1 Judges MANUAL 53

54 2. Exercise construction errors include, but are not restricted to, the following: a) Gratuitous separation of legs (medium error = 0.3 by E-jury): i. The gymnast may not perform elements with a separation of legs that serves no useful purpose or that detracts from the aesthetics of a performance. b) Repetition of elements i. Repeating of elements is permitted. They are evaluated normally by the E-jury. c) Layaways, empty and intermediate swings (medium or large error = 0,3 or 0,5 by the E-jury): i. An empty swing is a swing at the end of which no element is performed or no new support or hang position or grip is achieved (medium error by the E-jury). ii. An intermediate swing is two successive empty swings (large error by the E-jury). iii. Layaways are back swings in support or in upper arm support that simply reverse direction and swing back down in or to a lower hang or support position (also if accompanied by a grip change) (medium error by the E-jury). 3. Exercise Construction stipulations and deductions that apply specifically to each apparatus are listed in the appropriate Chapters. FINAL RSA MEN S ARTISTIC GYMNASTICS Levels 1-9 Syllabus & Abridged Judges Code of Points ( ) Level 1 Judges MANUAL 54

55 Article 9.4 E-Jury deductions These deductions are to be applied on all apparatus and Floor Exercise by the E-jury when the corresponding error is made. See Sections 10 to 15 for additional errors and deductions specific to each apparatus. Deductions for aesthetic and execution errors Error Small 0.10 Medium 0.30 Large 0.50 Non-distinct positions (tuck, pike, straight) Adjust or correct hand or grip position each time + Walking in handstand or hopping (each step or hop) + Touching apparatus or floor with hands + Touching apparatus or floor with legs or feet + Hitting apparatus or floor + Gymnast touched but not assisted by spotter during an exercise + Interruption of exercise without fall + Bent arms, bent legs, legs apart Poor posture or body position or postural corrections in end positions Saltos with knees or legs apart Legs apart on landing shoulder width shoulder width Unsteadiness, minor adjustment of feet, or excessive arm swings on landing + Loss of balance during any landing with no fall or hand support. (Maximum -1.0 total for steps and hops) Slight imbalance, small step or hop, 0.1 per step > shoulder width > shoulder width Large step or hop or touching the mat with 1 or 2 hands Fall or support with 1 or 2 hands during any landing 1.0 Fall during any landing without feet contacting mat first 1.0 and non-recognition by the "D" Jury Atypical straddle + Other aesthetic errors FINAL RSA MEN S ARTISTIC GYMNASTICS Levels 1-9 Syllabus & Abridged Judges Code of Points ( ) Level 1 Judges MANUAL 55

56 Deductions for technical errors Error Small 0.10 Medium 0.30 Large 0.50 Deviations in swings to or through handstand or in circle elements >45 and non-rec Angular deviations from perfect hold positions up to >45 and non-rec Press from poorly held positions deductions equivalent to those for the hold position are repeated Incomplete twists up to >90 and non-rec Lack of height or amplitude on salto and flight elements + + Additional or intermediate hand support + Strength with swing and vice versa Duration of hold parts (2 seconds) less 2 seconds Non-stop and non-rec Interruption in upward movement Two or more attempts at a hold or strength part + + Unsteadiness in or fall from handstand + swing or big disturbance Fall from or onto apparatus 1.0 fall over Intermediate swing or layaway half or layaway whole Assistance by spotter in the completion of an element 1.0 and non - recognition by the "D" Jury Lack of extension in preparation for landing + + Other technical errors FINAL RSA MEN S ARTISTIC GYMNASTICS Levels 1-9 Syllabus & Abridged Judges Code of Points ( ) Level 1 Judges MANUAL 56

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58 PART III - APPARATUS SECTION 10 FLOOR EXERCISE Article 10.1 Exercise description A Floor Exercise is composed predominantly of acrobatic elements combined with other gymnastic elements such as strength and balance parts, elements of flexibility, handstands, and choreographic combinations all forming a harmonious rhythmic exercise which is performed utilizing the entire floor exercise area (12 m x 12 m). Article 10.2 Content and Construction Article lnformation about Exercise Presentation The gymnast must begin his Exercise within the floor area, from a still stand legs together. The exercise and evaluation begin with the first movement of the feet of the gymnast. 2. The gymnast must include only elements that he can perform with complete safety and with a high degree of aesthetic and technical mastery. 3. Additional execution and exercise construction expectations are: a) The exercise must occur entirely within the floor area. Elements initiated outside of the floor area will be evaluated in the normal fashion by the E- Jury but will not be recognized by the D-Jury. i. The space available for Floor Exercise is delineated by boundary lines or color separations. Lines are considered to be a part of the floor area. The gymnast may step onto the line, but not over the line or on the outside color. ii. Going outside of the marked floor area will be controlled by 2 line judges who sit diagonally opposite each other near the FX area. Each line judge observes the 2 boundary lines nearest him. When line violations occur, the line judge must advise the D1-judge in writing, using the following criteria: Landing or touching with one foot or one hand outside the floor area = Touching with feet, hands, foot and hand or with any other part of the body outside of the floor area = Landing directly outside the floor area = Elements initiated outside the floor area have no value. The D1-judge will take the appropriate deduction from the final score iii. If the gymnast has stepped outside of the floor area, steps required to return back into the area are not deducted. b) Pauses of two seconds or longer before acrobatic series or elements are not permitted. c) Each acrobatic element or series must end in a visibly controlled landing before continuing to a non-acrobatic element. Uncontrolled momentary landings during such transitions are not permitted. d) Diving and salto elements that roll must show a momentary support of both hands; that is, these may not be performed without hand support or with contact only on the back of the hands. e) The exercise must end with an acrobatic element that land with both feet together. FINAL RSA MEN S ARTISTIC GYMNASTICS Levels 1-9 Syllabus & Abridged Judges Code of Points ( ) Level 1 Judges MANUAL 58

59 4. For a full list of errors and deductions governing Exercise Presentation, see Section 9 and the summary of deductions in Articles 9.4 and Article Information about the D-score (OMMITTED) Article 10.3 Specific Deductions for Floor Exercise E-jury Error Small 0.10 Medium 0.30 Large 0.50 lnsufficient height in acrobatic elements + + Lack of flexibility during static elements + + Acrobatic roll-out elements without hand support (for seniors) On back of hands Without support Pause 2 seconds or more before element or acrobatic series + Uncontrolled momentary landings (also in transitions) fall 1.00 Simple steps or transitions to arrive to the corners + D Jury Error Small 0.10 Medium 0.30 Large 0.50 Landing or touching with one foot or one hand outside the floor area + Touching with feet, hands, foot and hand or with any other part of the body outside of + the floor area Landing directly outside the floor area + Elements initiated outside the floor area No value SECTION 11 POMMEL HORSE (OMMITTED) SECTION 12 RINGS (OMMITTED) FINAL RSA MEN S ARTISTIC GYMNASTICS Levels 1-9 Syllabus & Abridged Judges Code of Points ( ) Level 1 Judges MANUAL 59

60 SECTION 13 VAULT Article 13.1 Description of a Vault Exercise Each vault begins with a run and a take-off from both feet (with or without a round off) to the vault board with legs together and is executed with a brief support phase on the table with two hands. The vault may contain single or multiple turns around the two axes of the body. After the first vault, the gymnast returns without delay to the starting position and, at the signal of the D1-judge, performs his second vault. Article 13.2 Content and construction Article lnformation about Exercise Presentation 1. The gymnast must begin vault from a still stand with legs together at a maximum distance or 25 meters, measured from the front edge of the table to the inner side of the block attached at the end of the vault run up mat. The vault begins with the first step or hop of the gymnast, but the evaluation begins the moment his feet contact the vaulting board. The length of the approach must be marked on or alongside the approach lane. 2. The vault ends with a landing behind the table in a standing position with legs together facing either towards or away from the table (frontways or rearways). 3. The gymnast must show only vaults that he can perform with complete safety and with a high degree of aesthetic and technical mastery. He is required to show the Identification Number of his intended vault before he vaults. 4. The gymnast may take-off only forwards or backwards and with legs together. The only element that may be performed before the vaulting board is a round off. For such vaults, the use of the vaulting board safety "collar" is mandatory and must be provided by the competition organizer. For round-off entry vaults, the gymnast may use one official handy-mat provided only by the organizer. 5. Vaults with saltos during the first flight phase and vaults with straddled legs are neither listed nor permitted. 6. The gymnast must show the intended body position (tucked, piked, or stretched) in a distinct and unmistakable manner. Indistinct body positions are deducted by the E-Jury and may result in recognition as a lower value vault by the D-Jury. 7. Basis for the Evaluation by the E-Jury: a) First flight phase, up to the support with two hands. b) 2nd flight phase, including the pushing off from the table up to the landing in a standing position. The gymnast must demonstrate a distinct rise in the height of his body after push off from the table. c) Body position in the momentary support on the table. d) Deductions with regard to the deviation from the extended axis of the table. FINAL RSA MEN S ARTISTIC GYMNASTICS Levels 1-9 Syllabus & Abridged Judges Code of Points ( ) Level 1 Judges MANUAL 60

61 e) Technical execution during the entire vault f) The landing. 8. Landing Rules: a) The gymnast must land with both feet within an area marked left and right of the extended centre line of the table as described in the following drawing. b) These lines must be clearly marked on the landing mat. Stepping on the line, but not over the line, is permitted. c) The mat containing the marked landing zone for alignment must be securely fastened so that it cannot shift during com- petition. d) Twisting during vaults must be completed before landing. Incomplete twists result in the appropriate deduction, and if incomplete by 90 or more, will result in non-recognition by the D-jury and in recognition as a vault with a lower Difficulty Value. 9. In the 2 nd flight phase, the gymnast must show a conspicuous rise in height of his center of gravity at the moment of hand push-off. 10. Salto vaults tucked or piked must display a distinct opening phase in preparation for landing. A landing that is not prepared is a sign of an error in technique and will usually result in a technical execution deduction as well as a landing deduction. 11. For a full list of errors and deductions governing Exercise Presentation see, Section 9 and the summary of deductions in Articles 9.4 and Article Information about the D score 12. The vault is invalid (0.00 point from the D-Jury and the E-Jury) when: a) The approach is executed and the gymnast steps on to the springboard and/or touches the table without vaulting. b) The vault is so poorly executed that the intended vault cannot be recognized, or the gymnast pushes from the table with his feet. c) The vault is executed without a support phase, i.e., neither hand touches the table. d) The gymnast does not land with his feet first. This means that at least one foot must contact the landing mat before any other part of the body. e) The gymnast lands intentionally in a side stand. f) The gymnast performs a prohibited vault (straddled legs, salto in first flight, prohibited pre-element before the vaulting board, etc.). FINAL RSA MEN S ARTISTIC GYMNASTICS Levels 1-9 Syllabus & Abridged Judges Code of Points ( ) Level 1 Judges MANUAL 61