Section I: Technical Rules and Regulations

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1 Gymnastics Ontario Men s Artistic Technical Rules and Regulations Section I: Technical Rules and Regulations

2 Table of Contents Article Page Introduction Program Description Philosophy Typical Athlete Profile Competitive Age Men s Competitive Structure Age Eligibility Chart Change of Category General Eligibility Rules Athlete Mobility Program Activities General Information Invitational Competitions Provincial Stream Competitions National / High Performance Competitions Program Activities Technical Information Invitational Qualifiers and Ontario Championships Provincial Tours National Tours Eastern Canadian Championships Ontario Winter Games Canada Winter Games Canadian Championships Regulations for Gymnasts Requirements for Gymnasts Competition Attire Team Ontario Delegation Dress Code Common Section Regulations for Coaches General Requirements Coaches are Permitted Standing in a Position to Spot, Spotting and Lifting Signals, Verbal Commands or Similar to a Competing Gymnast Coaches are Not Permitted Sanctions Coaching NCCP Regulations Common Section Regulations for Judges General Requirements Responsibilities Evaluation of Routines Responsibilities of Apparatus Head Judge Judging Panels Scoring Regulations Gymnastics Ontario Men s Artistic Technical Rules and Regulations i

3 8.0 Equipment Regulations Measurement of Equipment and Specifications Equipment Standards for Provincial Stream Overview of Levels Requirements and Equipment Specifications Provincial Levels Program Level One Compulsories Level Two Compulsories Optional Requirements Developmental Skill List Technical Regulations Evaluation of Exercises and Routine Construction Level Program Modifications and Clarifications to the FIG Code of Points Apparatus Clarifications Ontario Execution Deductions 52 1 Men s Annual Assembly (MAA) Men s Technical Committee (MTC) Gymnastics Ontario Men s Artistic Technical Rules and Regulations ii

4 Technical Rules and Regulations Introduction In principle, rules and definitions are based on the FIG Code of Points and the Canadian Supplement to the Code of Points. This document is not intended to apply to competitions conducted under FIG rules. FIG judging requirements are not included. Judges preparing to judge at National and International competitions should refer to the FIG Code of Points and the Gymnastics Canada (GCG) Men s Program Manual for complete judging requirements. Recognition goes out to all those involved in the creation of the Ontario Provincial Levels system. Thank you for your dedication, vision and hard work. Acknowledgement should also be made to those committee members that will provide ongoing support to the program throughout the season. 1.1 Program Description The Ontario Levels Program consists of three Gymnastics Ontario Provincial Levels (1 3), two Provincial Levels (4&5) under the GCG Provincial Pathways Program, and six Elite levels (Open, Elite 3 & 4, Junior, & Senior) from the GCG Elite Pathways Program. Physical Evaluation Program: There is no specific physical evaluation program developed for the Provincial levels. Clubs are encouraged to utilize the Elite Pathways Physical Preparation Flexibility and Physical Tests. 1.2 Philosophy The provincial levels system should be used as a tool for competitive gymnasts of all ages and abilities. The system encourages both participation and excellence. It should challenge those athletes with limited potential, and allow them to move up to higher levels when they are ready to do so. It can also act as a feeder system for the athletes who show potential to move into a national program. By providing a seamless progression in the required difficulty as one moves up from level to level the program strives to be progressive, yet responsible. 1.3 Typical Athlete Profile Level 1: These are entry level competitive athletes. The athletes in this category are learning how to compete a few basic elements through compulsory routines. The age of the athletes in this category ranges from 8 to 13 years old. Level 2: The athletes in this category are adding more A-value elements to their repertoire of gymnastics elements. These athletes also perform compulsory routines. The age of the athletes in this category ranges from 8 to 13 years old. Level 3: This category is intended for boys who are ready for more progressive skills. It is an introduction to B-value elements. They will vault over the vaulting table and perform saltos on floor exercise. Optional Routines are created with a maximum of 6 value elements counting for difficulty. The age of the athletes in this category range from 10 to 17 years old. 1.4 Competitive Age The competitor s age will be based on the athlete s age as on August 31, 2017 Under no circumstances may an athlete who is under 8 years of age participate in a Provincial level competition. An athlete who is below the minimum age for a category may not participate in that category and/or Age Group. 2.0 Men s Competitive Structure Competitive: 1. Ontario Provincial Levels 1 and 2 2. GCG Provincial Pathways Levels 3, 4, and 5 3. GCG Elite Pathways Program Gymnastics Ontario Men s Artistic Technical Rules and Regulations 1

5 2.1 Age Eligibility Chart Level Age Category Under Change of Category All Athletes a. A gymnast may move to a higher level category provided a written ( ) notice of this change is submitted to the GO office prior to competing or registering for a competition. Once a gymnast has changed categories, he may not change categories again without the approval of the Men s Technical Committee. b. A gymnast who wishes to move to a lower level category must submit a written petition and receive approval from the Men's Technical Committee, through the Men s Artistic Program Manager at GO. c. 2.3 General Eligibility Rules Provincial Stream Eligibility for the Competitive Season Category Age Requirement Competitive Requirements Level 1 8 to 13 years old Compulsory program Level 2 8 to 13 years old Compulsory program 3.0 Program Activities General Information 3.1 Invitationals **For Additional Information on Hosting Please Refer to Meet Directors Manual** General Eligibility Rules No Athlete under the age of 5 may participate General Safety Standards I. A safe and controlled competitive environment must be provided for the participants and others involved in the competition Competition Requirements I. Gymnastics Ontario Provincial stream requirements and / or Interclub rules must be adhered to in correspondence to the age groups Gymnastics Ontario Men s Artistic Technical Rules and Regulations 2

6 Judging Requirements I. There must be a minimum of two (2) active Gymnastics Ontario judge on each apparatus panel Coaching Requirements I. All coaches must have a minimum of NCCP fully certified Level Two Men s Artistic Gymnastics. If trampolines are being used as part of the competition, then all coaches must also have a minimum of NCCP Level Two Technical Trampoline Sanctioning Process I. Sanction request must be submitted to Gymnastics Ontario (attention: Men s Artistic Program Manager) at least six (6) weeks prior to the event. Sanction requests will be reviewed by the Men s Artistic Program Manager and the Men s Technical Chairperson and if the minimum guidelines are respected the host can expect a written response to their request within two (2) weeks. Incomplete sanction requests will not be reviewed and will be returned to the club. Sanction request must include: P A completed sanction request form (a copy can be found in the back of this manual) P A copy of the draft Call to Meet P A complete set of the competitive requirements being used. A calendar of sanctioned interclub stream competitions will be circulated monthly Competitive Attire I. All athletes must wear shorts no longer then ½ their thigh length. A singlet or tucked in t-shirt must be worn. Athletes may compete either bare foot or wearing gymnastics slippers. 3.2 Provincial Stream Competitions The following general rules will be followed at all provincial level competitions General Eligibility Rules I. All competitors, coaches and officials are required to be members in good standing of G.O. Coaches must be fully certified NCCP Level 2 in order to be on the floor at Provincial Competitions. Only athletes registered with member clubs in good standing of Gymnastics Ontario are eligible to compete for official standing in GO Ontario Cups and Ontario Championships. II. Out-of-province athletes will receive duplicate medals at GO Provincial Cups and at Ontario Championships. They will not bump Ontario athletes. III. No registered athlete may change his/her club affiliation during the competitive season without the completion of the Application for Athlete Transfer Form (which can be found at the back of this manual) General Safety Standards I. Safety standards apply to all sanctioned competitions, as per the rules and regulations outlined in the current FIG Code of Points, the GO Meet Director s Manual and the GO Safety Manual (Appendix A), with modifications as listed in this manual. II. The Meet Director shall be responsible for the general running of the competition and must reference the current FIG Code of Points, GCG Men s Artistic Technical Rules and Regulations, the GO Meet Director s Manual, as well as all sections of this manual (including the GO Safety Guidelines and the GO Men s Artistic Judging Policies). III. The Meet Director must ensure that qualified medical personnel are in attendance (as per the GO Meet Directors' Manual and the GO Safety Guidelines) Competition Requirements I. There are four (4) Provincial stream competitions (including Ontario Championships) during the competitive season. Provincial level 1 to 5 athletes will compete one (1) routine (as per GO rules and regulations) at each qualifying competition. II. Marshalls will march each team to their next apparatus. III. An athlete s corral area will be provided, if space allows. If not, benches will be provided for coaches and athletes at each apparatus. IV. Only the athletes who are competing and their coaches will be allowed on the competition floor; outside the athlete s corral. If not, benches will be provided for coaches and athletes at each apparatus Gymnastics Ontario Men s Artistic Technical Rules and Regulations 3

7 V. All teams (Coaches and Athletes) are expected to remain in the athlete s corral or on the benches provided until it is announced that the either the rotation or competition has been completed Judging Requirements I. Provincial Level 1 and 2 Judges will judge Provincial stream categories. At the discretion of the Judging Chairperson and the Men s Program Manager, they may judge National/HP stream categories. II. Provincial Level 3 and 4 Judges may judge both Provincial and National/HP stream categories III. The chairperson of the competition jury must be at least an active National 1 Judge IV. The apparatus head judge must be at least an active Provincial Level 3 Judge Coaching Requirements I. Individuals must be fully certified NCCP Level 2 Coaches in order to coach Provincial Level athletes in their gymnasiums. II. Coaches must be fully certified NCCP Level 2 in order to gain access to the competitive floor for warmup or competition for all Ontario Cups, Ontario Championships, training camps and other GO activities. III. All coaches must have completed Online Risk Management Sanctioning Process I. Please see Bid Process forms Competitive Attire I. Members (coaches and gymnasts) of the same club must be in Club uniforms at all Ontario Cups and Ontario Championships. II. Acceptable gymnastics attire is outlined under Competition Regulations. III. A coach or athlete not dressed appropriately, will be asked to leave the floor area and will not be permitted back on the floor to coach or to participate in the March-In and/or the Awards Ceremony until he/she has complied with the dress code Warm ups I. Competition warm-ups may not begin prior to 8:00 am and competitions may not be scheduled later than 10:00 pm. II. For Provincial levels 1-5 a general warm up of 20 minutes will be provided and the athletes will be permitted an apparatus warm up of up to 10 minutes, or in a continuous rotation format or one touch of seconds per athlete Use of Cameras or Video Equipment I. The use of photographic flash equipment is forbidden during any competition. ** In the event that Parents need to be told 3 times to turn off their flash, their athlete s score will receive a deduction and the parent will be asked to leave the competition and / or camera will be confiscated for the duration of the competition. II. Coaches are not permitted to use cameras or video equipment during the competition while they are on the floor in a coaching capacity Meet Entry Fees for Ontario Cups and Ontario Championships I. Meet Entry Fees for Provincial Cups a. Fees i. The fee for Provincial Stream Athletes for Ontario Cups for the season is $80. ii. This fee includes registration for three (3) Ontario Cups iii. All Ontario Cup registration fees are to be paid directly to the Hosts by October 24 th iv. Clubs will be charged a $25 per athlete fee for all athletes whose registration fee has not been paid by the registration deadline. v. Athlete may not compete until payment has been issued. b. Refunds a) Refunds will be given only if the athlete has not competed at all three Ontario Cups. II. Meet Fees for Ontario Championships (fee s updated yearly) a. Fees Gymnastics Ontario Men s Artistic Technical Rules and Regulations 4

8 i. The fee for Provincial Stream Athletes for Ontario Championships for the season is $115. ii. This fee includes registration for one (1) Ontario Championships iii. All Ontario Championships registration fees are to be paid directly to the Host a minimum of seven (7) days prior to Ontario Championships. iv. Clubs will be charged a $25 per athlete fee for all athletes whose registration fee has not been paid by the registration deadline. v. Athletes may not compete until payment has been issued. a. Attendance / Refunds i. Ontario Championships meet fees are non-refundable Meet Results and Reports I. A copy of all official score sheets (both event and all-around) must be provided via to the GO Men s Artistic Program Manager at the conclusion of the last flight of competition or ed to GO within forty-eight (48) hours of the completion of the competition. The official score sheets need to show the following; Athlete s Name, Level, Club, Event, Start Value, Event Ranking, All-Around Score and All-Around Ranking. II. Duplicates of all official score sheets must be retained by the host club, for at least one (1) year. III. The Meet Director must submit a post-meet report, within two (2) weeks of the competition to Gymnastics Ontario c/o Men s Artistic Program Manager. 3.3 National Stream Competitions General Eligibility Rules I. All competitors, coaches, judges and officials are required to be members in good standing of GO. Coaches must be fully certified NCCP Level 3 in order to be on the floor during National/HP level competitions. Only athletes registered with clubs who are member clubs in good standing of Gymnastics Ontario are eligible to compete for official standing at GO Ontario Cups and Ontario Championships. II. Out-of-province athletes will receive duplicate medals at GO Ontario Cup s and at Ontario Championships. They will not bump Ontario athletes. III. No registered athlete may change his/her club affiliation during the competitive season without the completion of the Application for Athlete Transfer Form (which can be found at the back of this manual) General Safety Standards I. Safety standards apply to all sanctioned competitions, as per the rules and regulations outlined in the current FIG Code of Points, the GCG Provincial and Elite Pathways Program documents, the GO Meet Director s Manual, and the GO Safety Manual, with modifications as listed in this manual. II. The Meet Director shall be responsible for the general running of the competition and must reference the current FIG Code of Points, GCG Provincial and Elite Pathways Program documents, the GO Meet Director s Manual, as well as all sections of this manual (including the GO Safety Guidelines and the GO Men s Artistic Judging Policies). III. The Meet Director must ensure that qualified medical personnel are in attendance (as per the GO Meet Directors' Manual and the GO Safety Guidelines). IV. The use of photographic flash equipment is forbidden during any competition. *In the event that Parents need to be told 3 times to turn off their flash, their athlete s score will be annulled Competition Requirements I. There are four (4) National/HP stream competitions (including Ontario Championships) during the competitive season. II. Marshalls will march each team to their next apparatus. III. Only the athletes who are competing and their coaches will be allowed on the competition floor; outside the athlete s corral. If not, benches will be provided for coaches and athletes at each apparatus. IV. All teams (Coaches and Athletes) are expected to remain in the athlete s corral or on the benches provided until it is announced that the either the rotation or competition has been completed Gymnastics Ontario Men s Artistic Technical Rules and Regulations 5

9 Judging Requirements I. Judges will be selected beginning with the most qualified judges (starting with FIG and continuing down to Provincial Level 3) Coaching Requirements I. Coaches must be fully certified NCCP Level 3 Theory and Technical in order to gain access to the competitive floor for warm-up and competition for GO and GCG sanctioned National Stream activity Sanctioning Process I. Please see Bid Package forms Competitive Attire a. All National/HP stream athletes must be dressed as per FIG. (Long pants with footwear on pommel horse, rings, parallel bars and horizontal bars. Shorts with or without footwear on vault and floor exercise.) All gymnasts must compete in a singlet. Athletes not dressed appropriately will be asked to leave the competitive floor area until they comply. b. Athletes not wearing their club tracksuit will not participate in the March-In and/or the Awards Presentation. c. Coaches must wear their club tracksuit at all Ontario Cups and at Ontario Championships. A coach not dressed appropriately will be asked to leave the floor area and will not be permitted back on the floor to coach or to participate in the March-In and/or the Awards Ceremony until he/she has complied with the dress code Meet Entry Fees for Qualifying Competitions and Ontario Championships National Stream Meet Entry Fees for Ontario Cups i. The fee for National Stream Athletes (Open, Junior & Senior) for Ontario Cups for the Season is $ ii. All National Qualifier registration fees are to be paid directly to the Host Club by October 24 th, iii. Clubs will be charged a $25 per athlete fee for all athletes whose registration fee has not been paid by the registration deadline Attendance / Refunds If an athlete has missed all three Ontario Cups, then a refund is available by filling out the online form available via the Gymnastics Ontario website. National Stream Ontario Championships Meet Entry Fees i. The fee for National Stream Athletes for Ontario Championships for the season is $ ii. This fee includes registration for one (1) Ontario Championship iii. All Ontario Championship registration fees are to be paid directly to the Host Club by October 24 th, iv. Clubs will be charged a $25 per athlete fee for all athletes whose registration fee has not been paid by the registration deadline. v. Athletes may not compete until payment has been issued. Attendance / Refunds Ontario Championships meet fees are non-refundable Meet Results and Reports I. A copy of all official score sheets (both event and all-around) must be provided via to the GO Men s Artistic Program Manager at the conclusion of the last flight of competition within forty-eight (48) hours of the competition. The official score sheets need to show the following; Athlete s Name, Level, Club, Event, Start Value, Event Ranking, All-Around Score and All-Around Ranking. II. Duplicates of all official score sheets must be retained by the host club for one (1) year. III. The Meet Director must submit a post-meet report within two (2) weeks of the competition to Gymnastics Ontario (c/o Men s Artistic Program Manager) Gymnastics Ontario Men s Artistic Technical Rules and Regulations 6

10 Coaches Responsibilities at All Gymnastics Ontario Sanctioned Competitions I. Coaches are responsible for their athletes at all competitions. II. Coaches must ensure that athletes do not use any piece of equipment (including the floor area) until their scheduled warm-up or competition has begun. III. When the competition has ended, athletes must sit with their parent(s)/guardian(s) or remain seated with their coach until they are summoned for the Medals Presentation. IV. Before March-In and/or the Awards Presentation coaches must ensure that their athletes have complied with the dress code and should also remind their athletes to sit in the straddle position on the floor. 4.0 Program Activities 4.1 Invitationals Interclub Manual The Interclub rules and regulations are standard for all invitational meets. Please see the Interclub Manual for program description and rules and regulations. 4.2 Qualifiers and Ontario Championships Selection Process for Ontario Championships Athletes need to receive a score at two out of the three Ontario cups. Petitions are not accepted for missed Ontario Cups In the event that a National Team member is on a National Team assignment (Competition, Training Camp, etc), during an Ontario Cup, that event will count as one of their Cups Schedules and Competitive Order I. The starting event for each group is drawn prior to the competition; groups are then rotated in Olympic order where possible. II. Wherever possible clubs with multiple levels of athletes in the same flight will rotate together Scoring Protocol for all Provincial Level Competitions I. All judges will be seated together II. See judging guidelines for further information Athlete Late Arrival I. If an athlete(s) is (are) late due to extenuating circumstances they are permitted to warm up and compete in the remaining rotations. II. A sufficient general warm-up will be provided, as determined by the Coach, Competition Chief Judge and Meet Director, not to exceed 15 minutes Inquiries and Protests I. One (1) coach per club may approach the event Head Judge to inquire about their gymnast s D-score after the score has been flashed, but may in no way interfere with the judging of a routine in progress. II. For further clarification, the coach may approach the Chair of the Competition Jury (CCJ), who will in turn approach the judging panel. Protests will only be considered with regards to the D-score (E.G.R. s, Difficulty, etc), but not the Execution Score. III. A protest must be given to the competition Meet Director or CCJ in writing no later than fifteen (15) minutes after the completion of the rotation. IV. The Protest Fee is $ Petitions for Ontario Championships I. No petitions will be accepted for Ontario Championships Awards for Ontario Cups I. Each Ontario Cup host club will receive the G.O. medals and ribbons to be presented Gymnastics Ontario Men s Artistic Technical Rules and Regulations 7

11 III. Medals will be presented to the top three (3) gymnasts per Provincial stream competitive category and ribbons to gymnasts who are ranked from fourth (4 th ) to eighth (8 th ), on each apparatus, as well as for all around placing, at all Ontario Cups. Ties are not broken (1, 2, 2, 3, 4, ). 3.5 If there are more than thirty (30) athletes registered in one of the competitive categories that category will be split in half by age (taking the oldest and youngest athlete s median). IV. Awards are presented starting from 1 st to 8 th place. V. Competitions where three (3) or fewer athletes compete in a competitive category, awards shall consist of AA medals only Awards for Ontario Championships I. Ontario Championships medals and ribbons are supplied by GO, at the expense of the host club. II. Medals will be presented to the top three (3) gymnasts per competitive category and ribbons to the gymnasts who are ranked from fourth (4 th ) to eighth (8 th ) in the province, on each apparatus, as well as for all around placing. Ties are not broken (1, 2, 2, 3, 4, ). III. Competitions where three (3) or fewer athletes compete in a competitive category, awards shall consist of AA medals only. IV. Awards are presented starting from 1 st to 8 th place Announcers at Provincial Stream Competitions I. There will be announcers at each competition. II. The Role of the Announcer is to: a. To announce the Beginning of General Warm-up and give a 2-minute warning before its completion. b. To introduce the athletes and clubs c. To announce each athlete name on the floor exercise during the competition. III. Timed Warm up will be announced and the warm-ups will be completed at the same time, so that all events are starting at the same time. It will then be announced when competition will begin. 4.3 Provincial Tours Athlete Selection Process I. A selection meet will be usually be held in conjunction with an Ontario Cup. II. A Provincial Tour Team will typically consist of six (6) Athletes, one (1) Non-Traveling Alternate and one (1) Team Coach/Manager. One (1) Judge may also be selected. III. The top six (6) Athletes based on their AA Scores are selected to make team. IV. Petitions, including medical petitions, are not accepted for Provincial tour selections. Athletes must compete at the Tour Selection meet Judges Selection Process I. If the MTC and Gymnastics Ontario determines if the Provincial Tour should include a judge(s), selection would be based on the following: a. Maintenance Exam Score b. Judging Records (must have judged minimum of two competitions and Ontario Championships that year or have coached juniors or seniors at Ontario Championships) c. The number of years a judge has been active as a Provincial, National or FIG Judge d. The judge s attitude and conduct e. A rotational basis in fairness to all eligible judges Awards for an Independent Provincial Tour Selection Competition i. Each Provincial Tour host club will receive the G.O. medals and ribbons to be presented. The cost of which will be incurred by the host club. *For more information please see hosting agreement. ii. Medals will be presented to the top three (3) gymnasts per provincial tour category and ribbons to gymnasts who are ranked from fourth (4 th ) to sixth (6 th ), on each apparatus, as well as for all around placing. Drop placing occurs in the event of a tie. 5.5 One (1) set of medals is to be distributed per tour selection regardless of number of athlete entries in the competition. iii. Awards are presented starting from 1 st to 6 th place Gymnastics Ontario Men s Artistic Technical Rules and Regulations 8

12 4.3.4 Team Coach/Manager Selection Process I. Eligible coaches will be ranked by the points they accumulate from their named athlete s, taken from the latest competition registration form received by Gymnastics Ontario up to three (3) days before the event. II. Coaching points are not transferable to another coach from the same club. III. In the event that two coaches have been listed on the registration form, only the first named coach will be awarded points. IV. In the event that the named Team Coach/Manager cannot accept their role, the Team Coach/Manager position will be awarded to next coach on the Team Coach/Manager ranking list V. The coach with the highest total points will be named as the Team Coach/Manager. VI. VII. 4.4 National Tours In the event of a tie, the coach with the highest ranking athlete will be named. Points based on athlete placing: 1 st place athlete - 6 points 2 nd place athlete - 5 points 3 rd place athlete - 4 points 4 th place athlete - 3 points 5 th place athlete - 2 points 6 th place athlete - 1 point Selection Process: I. A selection meet will usually be held in conjunction with an Ontario Cup. II. A National Tour Team will typically consist of 6 Athletes 1 Non-Traveling Alternate and one (1) Team Coach/Manager. One Judge may also be selected. III. The top six (6) Athletes based on their AA Scores are selected to make team Judges Selection Process I. If the MTC and Gymnastics Ontario determines the National Tour should include a judge(s) selection would be made on the following: I. Maintenance Exam Score II. Judging Records (must have judged minimum of two competitions and Ontario Championships that year or have coached juniors or seniors at Ontario Championships) III. The number of years a judge has been active as a National or FIG Judge IV. The judge s attitude and conduct V. A rotational basis in fairness to all eligible judges Awards for an Independent National Tour Selection Competition a. Each National Tour host club will receive the G.O. medals and ribbons to be presented. The cost of which will be incurred by the host club. *For more information please see hosting agreement. b. Medals will be presented to the top three (3) gymnasts per national tour category and ribbons to gymnasts who are ranked from fourth (4 th ) to sixth (6 th ), on each apparatus, as well as for all around placing. Drop placing occurs in the event of a tie. - One (1) set of medals is to be distributed per tour selection regardless of number of athlete entries in the competition. c. Awards are presented starting at 6 th place to 1 st place Team Coach/Manager Selection Process I. Eligible coaches will be ranked by the points they accumulate from their named athlete s, taken from the latest competition registration form received by Gymnastics Ontario up to three (3) days before the event. II. Coaching points are not transferable to another coach from the same club. III. In the event that two coaches have been listed on the registration form, only the first named coach will be awarded points. IV. In the event that the named Team Coach/Manager cannot accept their role, the Team Coach/Manager position will be awarded to next coach on the Team Coach/Manager ranking list V. The coach with the highest total points will be named as the Team Coach/Manager Gymnastics Ontario Men s Artistic Technical Rules and Regulations 9

13 VI. VII. In the event of a tie, the coach with the highest ranking athlete will be named. Points based on athlete placing: 1 st place athlete - 6 points 2 nd place athlete - 5 points 3 rd place athlete - 4 points 4 th place athlete - 3 points 5 th place athlete - 2 points 6 th place athlete - 1 point 4.5 Eastern Canadian Championships Eligible levels are determined by the Eastern Canadian Championships organizing committee each year. 1. Categories always not eligible are: 1. Level 1 and Level 2 2. Athletes 10 years old and under as of August 31, Selection Selection will be based on results from Ontario Championship. Petitions are not accepted for Eastern Championships Team Coach/Manager Selection Process I. Eligible coaches will be ranked by the points they accumulate from their named athlete s, taken from the latest competition registration form received by Gymnastics Ontario up to three (3) days before the event. II. Coaching points are not transferable to another coach from the same club. III. In the event that two coaches have been listed on the registration form, only the first named coach will be awarded points. IV. In the event that the named Team Coach/Manager cannot accept their role, the Team Coach/Manager position will be awarded to next coach on the Team Coach/Manager ranking list V. The coach with the highest total points will be named as the Team Coach/Manager. VI. VII. In the event of a tie, the coach with the highest ranking athlete will be named. Example: Points based on athlete placing: 1 st place athlete - 6 points 2 nd place athlete - 5 points 3 rd place athlete - 4 points 4 th place athlete - 3 points 5 th place athlete - 2 points 6 th place athlete - 1 point 4.7 Canada Winter Games Selection Process I. ATHLETE SELECTION: a. The Ontario CWG team will consist of six athletes selected at the second CWG Trials. i. COACH SELECTION: 1. Eligible coaches will be ranked by the points they accumulate from their athlete s placing on the final CWG Team. The coach with the highest total points will be the coach named as the Team coach. The coach with the second highest total points will be the coach named as the Coach/Manager. Points for the: points equal to number of team members! 1 st place athlete on the final CWG Team - 6 points 2 nd place athlete on the final CWG Team - 5 points 3 rd place athlete on the final CWG Team - 4 points 4 th place athlete on the final CWG Team - 3 points 5 th place athlete on the final CWG Team - 2 points 6 th place athlete on the final CWG Team - 1 point Gymnastics Ontario Men s Artistic Technical Rules and Regulations 10

14 ** In the event of a tie the coach with the higher placing athlete will be selected Competitors I. Six athletes II.Two Coaches, one of whom must be male. Team coach is selected through the coaching selection process above. Second coach (designated manager) is the coach with the second highest point total selected through coaching selection process above Classification Male athletes must not have reached 20 years of age in the year of competition Eligibility I. Coaches: Any staff listed as coaches on the official registration form must be fully certified (theory, technical and practical) under the National Coaching certification Program to at least Level 3 in Artistic Gymnastics. These coaches must be so certified no later than 90 days before the opening of the Games (i.e. November 15 th, 2018) II. Competitors: Excluded from the Canada Games are: o Athletes that have been National Senior Team members (as defined by Canadian Gymnastics Federation and approved by the Canada Games Council) at any time; o Athletes that have competed for any nation at any senior Pan American Games, Commonwealth Games, Olympic Games or senior World Championships. o No athlete can be rendered ineligible within 90 days of the opening of the Games due to carding status or national team status (i.e., no athlete will be excluded if they become National Senior Team members for the first time or are granted carding status after November 15 th, 2018) 4.8 Canadian Championships Team Selection Funded and non-funded Ontario members of the Canadian Championships delegation shall be selected according to the following criteria: I. The GO registration fee and competition meet fees were submitted to the GO office. II. The athlete has competed at Ontario Championships i. Or is a current member of the GCG National Team and has competed at an Ontario Cup. ii. Or is a member of a GCG identified group; 2020 Hopefuls, Aspire, etc and has competed at an Ontario Cup III. All GCG requirements are met. IV. For National Open Team Selection; the top eight (8) All-Around gymnasts at Ontario Championships will be selected as the Ontario Team. V. For Junior Team Selection; the top six (6) All-Around gymnasts at Ontario Championships will be selected as the Ontario Team. VI. Any coach wishing to be eligible for selection as Open Team Coach to the Canadian Championships must be fully certified at NCCP Level 3 prior to Ontario Championships Selection for Funding I. All financial support for Ontario Team members is subject to change depending on funding levels. (Being selected for the team does not guarantee funding.) II. Current GCG National Team members will be funded III. The Ontario Open, Ontario Junior Team members, and the respective Team Coaches will be funded. IV. Funded positions in each competitive category will be determined by the All-Around ranking at Ontario Championships, provided that all requirements in I. were also met. V. Any National Team member that cannot attend Ontario Championships due to a conflict with a GCG assignment must contact the GO MAG Program Manager via with confirmation of the GCG assignment Gymnastics Ontario Men s Artistic Technical Rules and Regulations 11

15 4.8.3 Team Coach/Manager Selection Process I. Eligible coaches will be ranked by the points they accumulate from their named athlete, taken from the latest competition registration form received by Gymnastics Ontario up to three (3) days before the event. II. Coaching points are not transferable to another coach from the same club. III. In the event that two coaches have been listed on the registration form, only the first named coach will be awarded points. IV. In the event that the named Team Coach/Manager cannot accept their role, the Team Coach/Manager position will be awarded to next club on the Team Coach/Manager ranking list. V. The coach with the highest total points will be named as the Team Coach/Manager. VI. VII. In the event of a tie, the coach with the highest ranking athlete will be named. Example: points based on athlete placing: 1st place athlete - 6 points 2nd place athlete - 5 points 3rd place athlete - 4 points 4th place athlete - 3 points 5th place athlete - 2 points 6th place athlete - 1 point 5.0 Regulations for Gymnasts 5.1 Requirements for Gymnasts It is suggested that all gymnasts be informed about the FIG Code of Points, the current Canadian Supplement to the Code of Points and the Provincial Levels System. 5.2 Competition Attire During all GO sanctioned competitions or while representing Ontario, gymnasts shall be attired according to the stipulations of the current FIG Code of Points Acceptable gymnastics attire: 3 On Floor and Vault: Singlet and shorts with socks, gymnastics shoes or bare feet will be permitted. Length of shorts cannot exceed ½ of thigh length. 4 On Pommel Horse, Rings, Parallel Bars and Horizontal Bars: Singlet, single coloured longs and socks with or without gymnastics shoes are permitted Rules during Warm-Ups, Competition and Award Ceremonies I. All gymnasts must wear acceptable gymnastics attire as listed above. II. Regardless of competition level, all gymnasts under 10 years of age, will be permitted to compete in singlet and shorts on all of the events. III. For the health and safety of all gymnasts, long hair must be tied back and secured such that the gymnast s vision will not be obstructed at any time. IV. Headbands, hats of any kind and/or hair nets will not be permitted. V. While on the competition floor, gymnasts may not wear jewellery including but not limited to; bracelets, necklaces, earrings, piercing hoops or watches. Small piercing stud type earrings may be worn at the discretion of the Head Judge. VI. All gymnasts are required to wear their singlets at all times on the competition floor. VII. Athletes are not to wear Team Ontario or Team Canada competitive attire at any Gymnastics Ontario Qualifier Penalties if Failure to Comply 3. During competition, a penalty of will be deducted without warning, from the gymnast s final score for each infraction. 4. During the award ceremonies, the gymnast will be expelled from the ceremonies until they comply with the above attire regulations. 5. While representing Ontario, athletes will be expelled from the competition until they comply with the above attire regulations. 5.3 Team Ontario Delegation Dress Code Gymnastics Ontario Men s Artistic Technical Rules and Regulations 12

16 Competitive attire for all Men s Artistic Ontario teams consists of G.O. uniform and tracksuit. All team members (including the coach and manager) must wear the GO track top on official travelling days and at any official type functions (as requested). The GO tracksuit is to be worn for March-In, any Awards Presentations and by coaches/managers on the competitive floor. The tracksuit may be purchased through the Gymnastics Ontario office. It is the responsibility of the Team Coach/Manager to enforce this dress code. If a team member does not follow the stated dress code, the Team Coach/Manager may refuse that athlete the right to participate in any activity that the team member is not appropriately dressed for. 5.4 Common Section For additional information on Athlete Policies and Guidelines please see Section E of the Technical Rules and Regulations: entitled Athlete Policies and Guidelines. 6.0 Regulations for Coaches All coaches are expected to operate following the G.O. Code of Conduct and to demonstrate fair and ethical behaviour. 6.1 General Requirements All coaches must know the FIG Code of Points, the current Canadian Supplement to the Code of Points and the Provincial System and act according to its rules. They must conduct themselves in a fair and sportsmanlike manner at the apparatus and during the competition which includes the warm-up, march-in, competition and awards ceremony. They must also dress in appropriate attire during warm-up and competition (refer to the Gymnastics Ontario Technical Rules and Regulations Document for the coaches dress code) 6.2 Coaches are Permitted Standing in a Position to Spot, Spotting and Lifting For all Levels: on Horizontal Bar, it is required to have a coach present to act as a spotter and be proximal to the apparatus. Where possible, coaches should stand where the view of the judges is not obstructed. The Chair of the Apparatus Jury will not permit the performance to begin unless a spotter is present. A deduction of 0.3 will be taken off the final score for the apparatus if the coach leaves during the performance of the routine. For Open: the presence of a second spotter at Horizontal Bar is permitted without penalty Signals, Verbal Commands or Similar to a Competing Gymnast Coaches are cautioned to refrain from giving signals and/or verbal commands that are considered coaching. These types of behaviours include technical cues such as: straighten your legs, jump higher, stretch through your shoulders, don t arch, wide shoulders/arms, etc. When observed the Chief Judge may issue an FIG 0.3 behavioural deduction. 6.3 Coaches are not Permitted: I. To block the view of the judges, however there is no deduction for this offence. Judges should request that the coach moves. II. To change the height of the apparatus without permission III. To speak to the judges about a performance while another athlete is performing their routine. IV. To interfere with the rights of other participants V. To delay the competition VI. To display flagrant, undisciplined and abusive behaviour 6.4 Sanctions Warning from Chair of the Competition Jury (CCJ) Removal from the competition floor Possible further sanction from Gymnastics Ontario Gymnastics Ontario Men s Artistic Technical Rules and Regulations 13

17 6.5 Coaching NCCP Regulations ** All Coaches must have completed online Risk Management** Interclub Provincial National Coaching Requirements NCCP Level 1 Certified or Gymnastics Foundations Trained Completion of NCCP Level 2 Technical or Competition 1 (Introduction) Trained Completion of NCCP Theory 2 or Introduction to Competition B Completion of Risk Management Program Both Risk Management (Part A) and Respect in Sport (Part B) Must be Certified Level 2 to be on a Competitive floor NCCP Level 2 Certified or Competition 1 (Introduction) Trained Completion of Risk Management Program Both Risk Management (Part A) and Respect in Sport (Part B) NCCP Level 2 Certified in either Artistic or Rhythmic Gymnastics Completion of NCCP Theory 2 or Introduction to Competition B NCCP Level 2 Certified Completion of NCCP Level 3 Technical Completion of NCCP Theory 3 or 4 out of 6 Competition Development Modules Completion of Risk Management Program Both Risk Management (Part A) and Respect in Sport (Part B) 6.6 Common Section For additional information on Coaching Policies and Guidelines please see Section F of the Technical Rules and Regulations: Coaches Policies and Guidelines. 7.0 Regulations for Judges 7.1 General Requirements 7.2 Responsibilities 7.3 Evaluation of the Routines 1. All judges must be a minimum of 14 years of age and have knowledge of the current FIG Code of Points, the GCG Provincial and Elite Pathways documents, and the Ontario Provincial Level 1 to 3 rules. They are to act professional at all times and according to the rules. Judges must conduct themselves in a fair and unbiased manner. Judges are required to dress in appropriate judging attire. (Refer to the Gymnastics Ontario Judging Policies and Guidelines Section G.) 1. Judges are responsible to know the rules and conduct themselves in a professional manner at all times. All judges are required to attend a judging maintenance clinic on an annual basis at which time must take a written and video examination. Judges must attain the required score on the exam for their Level. Anyone who does not pass the examination the first time will be allowed a second attempt. If they are still unsuccessful after a second attempt, then the judge will be required to drop down one Level for that season. For further information on each judging level please refer to Men s Judging Policies and Guidelines Section G. 1. For all levels of Provincial competition, the members of the judging panel will be responsible for both D-jury and E-jury unless 4 or more judges are assigned to the event. 2. In optional routines the D-jury will determine the Start Value of the routine based only on Difficulty, Element Group Requirements and the Connection Bonus Points for extra difficulty. These elements are added together to create the Start Value as per the current FIG Code of Points Gymnastics Ontario Men s Artistic Technical Rules and Regulations 14

18 7.3.1 Routine Evaluation 3. For Optional routines the E-score is determined by the E-jury judges who will judge each routine in tenths of points. Execution errors for poor technique, poor body position, etc. are evaluated according to the current FIG Code of Points unless otherwise stipulated in these rules. 4. The Chair of the Apparatus Jury will be responsible to identify Program Bonus as identified in Article 7 for stuck routines or Virtuosity. The stick bonus will be applied to the average E-score deductions and virtuosity will be added to the D-score. 5. The Chair of the Apparatus Jury takes deductions of a disciplinary nature from the Final Score. Provincial Level 3 are optional routines based on the additive Code system. There are 2 components of this system: a Difficulty Score (D-score) and an Execution Score (E-score). 1. D-score The D-score is calculated based on adding together the following three components: 1. The values of the difficulties presented in the routine up to a specified maximum number. 2. The for each Element Group Requirement, which was achieved in the routine. 3. The values of any eligible Bonus Connection points that were performed. To calculate the total D-score first determine if the required Element Group skills have been performed in the routine and credit the gymnast for each one met (Plus the value of the skill itself). Second, credit the gymnast with the values of the most difficult skills recognized for value in the routine, including the value of the dismount, to fulfill the maximum number of skills permitted. As an example: if a Level 5 gymnast has met the 4 Element Group Requirements then the judge must find and credit the gymnast with 4 more skills for a total of 7 skills. If the gymnast has met only three Element Groups then the judge finds 5 more skills to make up the maximum 7 elements. Third, add in any Bonus for Connection difficulty. A final D-score is then flashed to the audience and the competition participants. 2. E-score Subtracting points for deficiencies in technical or aesthetic executions determine the E-score. The definitions of those deductions are as per the 2017 Code of Points except for the following adjustments: Small error = 0.10 Medium error = 0.20 Large error = 0.30 Fall = 0 Individual judges present their E-score out of the maximum 10.0 pts and then a final E-score out of 10.0 pts is flashed to the audience and the competition participants. The maximum number of skills for difficulty is also the expected number of elements within the routine. Routine s with less than the expected number of elements will be deducted for being short the required number of elements. 3. Final Score Adding the D-score and E-score together creates the gymnast s Final overall score and this amount is the flashed to the audience and the competition participants Gymnastics Ontario Men s Artistic Technical Rules and Regulations 15

19 7.4 Responsibilities of the Apparatus Head Judge The main responsibilities of the chief judge during competition are outlined in the Judges Section of the Technical Rules and Regulations (Section G). For the Levels Program, the apparatus head judge is responsible for enforcing or applying the regulations outlined below: I. Athlete Duties (attire) II. Coach (spotters) present at the Horizontal Bar III. Presence of the Yurchenko (Safety) collar The Apparatus Head Judge will be responsible to identify Program Bonus as identified in Article 7 for stuck routines or Virtuosity. The Apparatus Head Judge Jury takes such deductions of a disciplinary nature from the Final Score Gymnastics Ontario Men s Artistic Technical Rules and Regulations 16

20 7.5 Judging Panels Judging panels should be established as follows (as a minimum): Interclub Levels: One (1) Judge per panel, with minimum Level 3, and a CCJ minimum Level 4. Provincial Levels: Two (2) to four (4) judges per panel of any judging certification, with one a minimum of level Scoring Regulations When there are two or three judges per event, all scores will count. The average of all (2 or 3) scores will be calculated and the score will be calculated to 3 decimal places. The average will be truncated to the third decimal and not rounded. SV E1 E2 E3 AVG Gymnast When there are four judges the highest and lowest scores are eliminated and the two middle scores are averaged. The score is calculated to 3 decimal places. SV E1 E2 E3 E4 AVG Gymnast In the above example the E-score for judge E3 and E4 are dropped and the scores from E1 and E2 are averaged. 8.0 Equipment Regulations I. The chart following this section describes the specific equipment requirements for each level within the program. II. Soft Safety mats (20 cm) are permitted without penalty on all apparatus except Floor Exercise and Pommel Horse; however, normal landing deductions will apply. The use of a safety mat on Floor Exercise or Pommel Horse will result in an FIG apparatus deduction from the Final Score on that apparatus. A similar deduction will be applied for use of any non-permitted supplementary equipment. III. Sting mats (5cm and 10cm) are permitted for use on all apparatus (except Floor and Pommel Horse). A 10cm sting mat is mandatory as a minimum on Horizontal Bar and Vault. IV. For all Levels, a Yurchenko Collar is mandatory for all Round off entry vaults. Failure to do so will result in a zero score. V. For all Levels a Board may be used to mount the Parallel Bars. 8.1 Measurement of Equipment and Specifications I. The landing mats to be used on Pommel Horse, Vault, Rings, Parallel Bars and Horizontal Bar must confirm with the specifications of the FIG and therefore must be 20cm in height. For High Bar and Vault an additional 10cm sting mat is required. Soft safety mats may be substituted. II. The following are the acceptable FIG equipment measurements for competition in Ontario: (FIG Standard Height in Brackets). Floor Exercise: Pommel Horse: Rings: Vault: Parallel Bars: Horizontal Bar: 12m x 12m Measured from the outside of the Border Line From the surface of the mat to the top of the horse body (105cm) From the surface of the mat to the inside bottom of the ring (260cm) From the floor to the centre top of the Table body (135cm) From the surface of the mat to the top of the rail (180cm) From the surface of the mat to the top of the bar (260cm). III. Please refer to the equipment specifications chart for the apparatus specifications of each category Gymnastics Ontario Men s Artistic Technical Rules and Regulations 17

21 8.2 Equipment Standards for Provincial Stream FIG Specifications: The safety or quality of equipment at a competition, should it lie in question, is to be decided at the discretion of the Meet Director, MTC members and the Chief Judge. Mats: Horizontal Bar, Parallel Bars and Rings: Require a minimum eight inch (20 cm) landing mat plus up to an additional twelve inch (30 cm) safety mat, may be used by all categories without deductions. Additional mats at the rings and high bar are also permissible for all categories without deductions. If enough mats are not available at the horizontal bar, then for the lower age categories, the bar may be lowered to a height sufficient to allow the tallest gymnast to swing. Vault: requires a minimum 20 cm landing mat. An additional twelve-inch (30 cm) safety mat may be used. Pommel horse: The required thickness of mats under the pommel horse is a minimum of 10 cm. Mushroom: The required thickness of mats under the mushroom is a minimum of 5cm. Beat Boards: Any beat board by a commercial equipment manufacturer is permitted. Floor: Recognized floor exercise mats (12 m x 12 m) by a commercial equipment manufacturer must be used to form an even, uninterrupted floor area. The use of an air or spring floor is mandatory for all Ontario Cups and for Ontario Championships. Pommel Horse: All provincial stream categories may use a regulation beat board on top of mats for mounts. Pommels may be of wood or plastic provided they meet FIG standards. It is recommended that the horse be anchored or weighted down. Pommel Horse - FIG standards (maximum 105 cm, measured from the top of the regulation landing mat to top of pommel). Pommel horse without pommels between 100 cm 110 cm (measured from the top of the regulation landing mat to top of horse). The holes of the horse must be covered with athletic tape. Mushroom: A Mushroom by a commercial equipment manufacturer is required. Levels 1 and 2 compete routines on mushroom. Rings: FIG standards (260 cm, measured from the top of the regulation landing mat to inside diameter of ring). A FIG Standard Ring Frame is mandatory for all Provincial and National Competitions. Vault: At all GO competitions, a FIG approved vaulting table must be used. Minimum heights are measured from the floor to the top of the vault table. Parallel Bars: Unless otherwise noted in the current rules, FIG standards (maximum 180 cm, measured from top of regulation landing mat to top of bar). Horizontal Bar: as per FIG (260 cm, measured from top of regulation landing mat to top of bar) Gymnastics Ontario Men s Artistic Technical Rules and Regulations 18

22 8.3 Overview of Levels Requirements and Equipment Specifications Please see the specific rules for each competitive level at the end of this document. The gymnast is entitled to the Base Value for Difficulty if he has met the minimum Difficulty Requirements. No attempt has been made to ensure that the values and numbers add up to these Base Values 9.0 Provincial Levels Program Please see the specific rules for each competitive level at the end of this document Gymnastics Ontario Men s Artistic Technical Rules and Regulations 19

23 1 MEN'S ANNUAL ASSEMBLY (MAA) Composition a. One (1) representative from each Club that has a Men s program that have registered provincial and/or national/hp stream men s artistic gymnasts (as of November 1 st of the same season as the MTA). b. Any club that does have any provincial or national/hp level athletes (as of Nov. 1 st ) will be a non-voting member of that year s Men s Technical Assembly. c. Men s Technical Assembly members are selected by their respective Club. d. All members of the elected Men's Technical Committee (MTC) e. The Gymnastics Ontario Men s Artistic Program Manager Mandate The mandate of the Men's Annual Assembly is: a. to approve changes to technical rules and regulations governing men s artistic gymnastics in Ontario b. to provide input and recommendations regarding athlete, coaching and judging programs, as well as to elect the Men s Technical Committee. c. The MAG Annual Assembly occurs once per year Quorum and Voting Procedures a. Each individual will register upon entering the Assembly venue. b. Club voting delegates will receive one or more voting cards, colour-coded to represent the level of athletes at their club (ie. National, Provincial, Interclub) that have been registered with Gymnastics Ontario for that season. Voting delegates may only vote on motions that affect the voting card that they carry (ie. National, Provincial, Interclub). The entire Assembly will vote on joint/general motions that affect all streams. c. Any voting delegate who needs to leave during the Assembly must return their voting card to the Program Manager (or designate) or complete a Proxy Form to pass their voting card to another club representative. d. Notification must be given to the Program Manager (or designate) if a voting delegate must leave the room at any time during the Assembly to ensure accuracy in the counting of votes. e. If, after 3 voting attempts, the number of votes do not balance with the registered list, but there is a quorum, the Assembly will continue and the actual vote count will be recorded in the minutes of the meeting Motion Procedures The following is the process for the discussion of motions: a. A motion is put forth. b. The motion must be seconded to proceed. c. The mover of a motion speaks first. d. The Program Committee may respond with a clarification/interpretation/position. e. Voting Delegates (excluding the mover) who wish to speak are permitted to speak only once to each motion. f. The mover of the motion speaks last. g. Voting occurs Gymnastics Ontario Men s Artistic Technical Rules and Regulations 20

24 12.2 Mandate Listed below are the committee and sub-committee mandates. Portfolio s may be altered or enhanced at the discretion of the Program Manager and Program Committee. a. Set, elaborate and enforce judging and coaching operating and professional guidelines. b. Elaborate and enforce competition rules. c. Develop, implement and evaluate the long and short term goals of the program. d. Ensure efficient consultation and communication with all constituent groups. e. Set the roles, responsibilities and terms of office for all sub-committees. f. Ensure that decision making processes are in place and followed Quorum and Voting Procedures a. All elected members are entitled to one vote (excluding the Chairperson). b. The GO MAG Program Manager must be present to complete any business of the Committee c. A majority of the committee members must be in attendance to form a quorum. d. A quorum must be present to complete any business of the Committee. e. Unless otherwise stipulated, questions arising at any meeting shall be decided by a majority of legal votes cast. f. In case of an equality of votes in any matter, the chairperson will be entitled to cast a deciding vote. g. The Program Manager is an ex-officio member of the Committee. h. Proxy votes are not permitted Gymnastics Ontario Men s Artistic Technical Rules and Regulations 22

25 Ontario Provincial Level 1, Level 2 and Ontario Supplement to GCG Level 3 Men s Artistic Gymnastics Coaches and Judges Manual November 2018 Version 1.2

26 Acknowledgments The Gymnastics Ontario Provincial Program has been developed under the direction of the Men s Technical Committee (MTC) Men s Technical Committee Chair: Judging Chair: National Coaching Chair: Provincial Coaching Chair: Interclub Chair: Member at Large #1 Member at Large #2 Jason Haid Nick Bejenaru Ferenc (Frank) Szabo Alfredo Solis Dan Jolly Kathy Crawford Dmitri Lely This program has been developed based on the requirements of the Gymnastics Canada (GCG) rules. And the FIG Code of Points and its Newsletters. Gymnastics Ontario s MTC oversees the revision of this program. These rules are the property of Gymnastics Ontario (GO) and may not be reproduced in whole or in part without express permission of GO Gymnastics Ontario.

27 1. Program Description i. The Gymnastics Ontario Provincial Program consists of two categories of competition: Level 1 and Level 2. ii. iii. 2. Competitive Age Levels 1 and 2 follow a compulsory exercise program. Level 3 follows Gymnastics Canada s (GCG) Level 3 Provincial Pathways Program with the two modifications highlighted in green this document; bonus for B-parts and higher and the age groups Date of Age Determination i. The gymnast s age is determined by their age on August 31, For example; if a gymnast is 11 years old on August 31, 2017 they are in the Age Group even though they may turn 12 on September 1, Age Groups Level Level Level November 2018 Version 1.2 3

28 2.3. Age Clarifications i. Gymnasts must be 8 years old on August 31, 2018 to participate in any Provincial Level competition. ii. Gymnasts may not participate in a Level or Age Group that they are not age eligible for. 3. Modifications and Committee Responsibilities i. Clarifications to the Provincial Program may take place several times over the competition year - usually after a competition. ii. iii. iv. Clarifications will be circulated to all clubs and will be posted on the GO website. Competition Regulations and Equipment Specifications Unless otherwise stated, the FIG Code of Points and any official FIG updates will be applied. 4. Competitions and Warm ups. i. Competition warm-ups may not begin prior to 8:00 am and competitions may not go later than 10:00 pm. ii. iii. iv. 5. Attire Athletes will receive a 20-minute general warm up prior to the start of the competition. Level 1, 2, and 3 will use Bump Start. a. The first three (3) gymnasts will each have a 60 second warm-up, then the first gymnast will compete. While the judges are evaluating the first gymnast's routine, the fourth (4th) gymnast will warm up for 60s. Floor and Vault will have a total of 5 minutes for the entire group to warm up. Level 4, 5, Elite 3 and Elite 4 will use 10-minute warm-up and compete. v. Open, Junior, and Senior will use the FIG warm-up; one-hour apparatus, and one-touch warm-up. i. Gymnasts must be attired according to the stipulations of the current FIG Code of Points. With the exception that dark coloured longs (including Black) are permitted in Ontario, but not by GCG at Elite Canada. ii. iii. iv. Gymnasts are required to wear a singlet at all times during competition and warm up. Athletes from the same team or club must wear the same competition attire. Violation of the uniform requirements will result, in a penalty. (FIG Code penalty) v. Hats and hoods are not permitted at anytime during the competition or during the award ceremonies. November 2018 Version 1.2 4

29 6. Spotting and Assistance: i. For all Levels, a coach is required be present on Rings and Horizontal Bar and within reach of their athlete to act as a spotter. Whenever possible, the coach should stand so that the view of the judges is not obstructed. 7. Equipment The chart below describes the specific equipment requirements for each category within the Ontario Provincial Program. i. Unless noted in the chart of apparatus requirements, the use of additional 20 cm mats will result in a deduction from the Final Score on that apparatus. A similar deduction will be applied for use of any nonpermitted supplementary equipment (i.e.: an extra board or box for mounting the apparatus). ii. A 20cm landing mat and at least a 10 cm sting mat (FIG) are mandatory on Vault and Horizontal Bar. 8. Equipment Specifications and Supplementary Mats i. All landing mats used on Pommel Horse, Rings, Vault, Parallel Bars and Horizontal Bar must conform to FIG specifications Summary Chart: Apparatus Measurements Supplementary Mats Floor 12 x 12m Up to 10 cm of supplementary mat is permitted Mushroom Rings Vault A mushroom from a commercial equipment manufacturer FIG height (260cm) 110 to 135cm Up to 10 cm mats to cover the mushroom base. Parallel Bars Horizontal Bar Adjustable to a maximum of FIG height (180cm) FIG height (260cm) Up to 40cm of mats are permitted, except on Horizontal bar where 40cm of mats on both sides of the Horizontal Bar is permitted November 2018 Version 1.2 5

30 9. Evaluation of the Exercises and Routine Construction 9.1. Minimum Final Score i. The minimum Final Score for Ontario Levels 1 and 2 will be D-score (Difficulty) i. Routines are judged as per the current FIG Code of Points with the exceptions listed in the document, including, but not limited to the number of counting skills towards the Start Value and a reduced number of Element Group Requirements. See the Apparatus Chart on page Level 1 and 2 E-score (Exercise Presentation) i. All execution deductions for Level 1 and 2 are as per the table below. Error Deduction Small 0.1 Medium 0.2 Large 0.3 Fall 9.4. Missing Elements i. Any element not performed or credited will lose the value of that element Difficulty, Virtuosity and Stick Bonus i. For the GCG Level 3 category, a difficulty bonus of 0.1 points will be awarded to the Start Value for any recognized B-part (FIG or Developmental), or higher, in addition any listed GCG bonus. NOTE: as per FIG rules, no bonus will be awarded if there is a large error or fall ii. iii. For all categories, a 0.1 bonus will be applied to the Final Score for all dismounts that end with a stuck landing. A stuck landing is defined as a stable landing position with no movement of the feet. For all categories, up to 0.2 may be applied to the Final Score for either a virtuous performance of an element or for the entire routine. November 2018 Version 1.2 6

31 Level 1 Floor Exercise Floor maximum time is 60 seconds. i. 0.1 for up to 62 sec. ii. 0.2 for 62 to 65 sec. iii. 0.3 for over 65 sec. Apparatus Deductions (0.2) i. Each step down from handstand ii. Using hands to assist hold in pancake stretch iii. Any delay, extra hop, step, or no rebound into stretch jump Routine to be performed in 3 diagonal passes, beginning in the corner designated by head judge Description Value Performance Expectations Run and Punch into Dive Roll 2.0 Immediate Jump to Prone Swedish fall and other variations to prone are permitted Transition into Front Support and Turn Over through Rear Support Transition into Pancake 2s Full compression with stomach on floor for no deduction in pancake Apparatus Deduction: Using hands to assist hold in pancake stretch Roll Back to Candlestick Position and Roll Forward to Stand, Facing Opposite Corner Step up to Handstand (No Hold Required) and Roll Out Bonus: Handstand 2s and Roll Out Kick first leg horizontal with arms straight overhead for no deduction Straight body position in handstand for no deduction Apparatus Deduction: Each step down from handstand (0.3) Kick first leg horizontal with arms straight overhead for no deduction Step into Cartwheel and Finish with ¼ Turn In Back Roll Straight arms for no deduction Tucked or piked roll, as well as back extension action is permitted Continue to Roll into Supine Position on Back Back Bridge 2s Shoulders over wrists with straight legs and arms for no deduction Transition to Stand Position Facing Opposite Corner Run and Hurdle into Round-off, Straight Jump Total With Bonus Any variation of transition from bridge to stand is permitted; including kicking over from bridge Bending one leg to shorten bridge before kick over is permitted 2.0, Apparatus Deduction: Any delay, extra hop, step, or no 9.5 (9.8) rebound into stretch jump November 2018 Version 1.2 7

32 Level 1 Mushroom Apparatus Deductions (0.2) i. Sliding to a stop in dismount Routine to begin in start position designated by head judge Description Value Performance Expectations 5 Circles, in a row 2.0 x x 1 x 1 Dismount to the side Bonus: Schwabenflank Dismount (¼ Turn Back (Czech) on 6 th circle into a Wende) Total With Bonus (0.3) 9.5 (9.8) o o o o o Circles are evaluated on form, body position, deviation of hands, rhythm, amplitude and global extension Amplitude deductions as per picture; measured by feet relative to bottom edge of mushroom Picture shows no deductions for body position, amplitude and global extension No deduction for hips < 30º above shoulder line in dismount Apparatus Deduction: Sliding to a stop in dismount November 2018 Version 1.2 8

33 Level 1 Rings Apparatus Deductions (0.2) i. Swing or beat swing into chin-up, each time ii. Chin below lower portion of rings in chin up Picture shows no deductions for body position and bonus for height Description Value Performance Expectations Chin-up and Transition into Inverted Pike 2s Transition into Skin-the-Cat Hold 2s Pull up and Transition to Straight Inverted Hang 2s o Straight body position in chin-up for no deduction o Continuous rise of the hips with straight legs for no deduction o Full compression in inverted pike position at horizontal for no deduction o Apparatus Deductions: Swing or beat swing into chin-up, each time and chin below lower portion of rings in chin up o Straight body position in skin-the-cat for no deduction o Lack of flexibility deductions: S, M, L; measured by angle of arms relative to torso Pike Pump Forward and Swing o Hips must rise up within 15 of vertical for no deduction Back o Amplitude deductions: S, M, L; measured by height of hips and shoulders Swing Forward, Swing Back, o Lack of height as per picture, measured by hips relative to Swing Forward, Swing Back, rings Swing Forward, Swing Back, o Straight arms on back swing for no deduction Bonus: Hips at least Ring Height (0.3) o Bent or straight arms are permitted on front swing on this Front Swing Swing Forward into Back Tuck Dismount Total With Bonus o Amplitude deductions: S, M, L; measured by height of hips and shoulders o Apparatus Deduction: Hips pass vertical before release in dismount 9.5 (9.8) November 2018 Version 1.2 9

34 Level 1 Vault Apparatus Deductions (0.2) i. Slowing down before take-off Picture shows no deductions for body position, preparation for landing, and amplitude Description Value Performance Expectations Dive Roll Bonus: Front Tuck Salto Total With Bonus 9.5 (0.3) 9.5 (9.8) o Amplitude deductions: S, M, L; measured by height of shoulders relative to shoulder height on take-off November 2018 Version

35 Level 1 Parallel Bars Apparatus Deductions (0.2) i. Bounce legs off bar from straddle support scale ii. No support on one bar with both hands, in dismount Routine to be performed in the middle of the bars Description Value Performance Expectations Jump to Cross Support o Bending arms to push up to cross support is permitted o Any height of padded mounting box is permitted L-Sit 2s o Legs horizontal or up to 15º higher for no deduction Straddle Support Scale (Legs in Front) 2s Lift Legs Together Through 45º V-Sit and Shoot Forward o Hands stay in one place for no deduction o Apparatus Deduction: Bounce legs off bar from straddle support scale Swing Back, Swing Forward 2.0, 2.0 o Lack of height, as per picture Swing Back, Swing Forward, o Height of swings measured by hips relative to shoulders o Straight body position in handstand for no deduction Swing Back, Swing Forward, o Swings back to held handstands are permitted Bonus: Swing Back to Handstand Position (No Hold Required) Swing Back 45º Towards Handstand into Flank Dismount Off Side Total With Bonus (0.3) o Straight body position in flank dismount for no deduction o Swing back 45º in dismount is permitted o Apparatus Deduction: No support on one bar with both hands, in dismount 9.5 (9.8) November 2018 Version

36 Level 1 Horizontal Bar Apparatus Deductions (0.2) i. Swing or beat swing into chin-up, each time ii. Each additional cast in support Description Value Performance Expectations Chin-up Pullover to Support o Show continuous rise in the hips with straight legs for no deduction o Apparatus Deduction: Swing or beat swing into chin-up, each time Cast Horizontal into Backhip, o Transition into cast should be continuous for no deduction Circle o Height of cast is measured by hips relative to shoulders o Straight arms for no deduction o Apparatus Deduction: Each additional cast in support Continue into Under-shoot o Hips must rise up within 15 of vertical for no deduction Swing Back o Lack of height; as per picture o Height of swings measured by hips relative to bar Swing Foward (0.3), o Rhythm deductions: S, M, L -or- Bonus: Swing Forward to Swinging Pullover to Support Undershoot Swing Back o Lack of height; as per picture Swing Forward, Swing Back, o Height of swings measured by hips relative to bar Swing Forward, Swing Back, Back Uprise Dismount Total With Bonus 9.5 (9.8) November 2018 Version

37 Level 2 Floor Exercise Floor maximum time is 60 seconds. iv. 0.1 for up to 62 sec. v. 0.2 for 62 to 65 sec. vi. 0.3 for over 65 sec. Apparatus Deductions (0.2) vii. Any delay, extra hop, or no rebound into dive roll viii. Each step down from handstand ix. Hands turned out in back handspring x. Any delay, extra hop, step, or no rebound into stretch jump Routine to be performed in 3 diagonal passes, beginning in the corner designated by head judge Description Value Performance Expectations Run and Hurdle into Front Handspring, Dive Roll, o Apparatus Deduction: Any delay, extra hop, step, or no rebound into dive roll Jump to Prone and Perform any, o Swedish fall and other variations to prone are permitted Split 2s, Remain Facing Forward o Any arm position in presentation of splits is permitted Press to Straddle Stand, Jump o Press with straight arms and legs for no deduction into Straight Arm Press to o Straight arm pike press is permitted Handstand (No Hold Required) o Turning in splits for press is permitted -or- o Apparatus Deduction: Each step down from handstand Bonus: Press to Straddle Stand, Straight Arm Press to Handstand (No Hold Required) (0.3) Pirouette and Pike Down to Face Opposite Direction Step up to Handstand 2s and Roll Out o Kick first leg horizontal with arms straight overhead for no deduction o Straight body position in handstand for no deduction o Piked roll out is permitted o Apparatus Deduction: Each step down from handstand Kick into Cartwheel and Finish with ¼ Turn In o Kick first leg horizontal with arms straight overhead for no deduction Back Extension Roll to o Straight arms for no deduction Handstand o Tucked or piked back extensions are permitted Continue to Roll Back into Supine Position on Back Back Bridge 2s o Shoulders over wrists for no deduction o Lack of flexibility deductions for lack of flexibility: S, M, L; measured by angle of arms relative to wrists Transition to Stand Position Facing Opposite Corner o Any variation of transition from bridge to stand is permitted; including kicking over from bridge o Bending one leg to shorten bridge before kick over is permitted Run and Hurdle into Round-off,, o Apparatus Deduction: Hands turned out in back handspring Back Handspring, Stretch Jump, o Apparatus Deduction: Any delay, extra hop, or no rebound into stretch jump Total With Bonus 9.5 (9.8) November 2018 Version

38 Level 2 Mushroom Apparatus Deductions (0.2) i. Sliding to a stop in dismount Routine to begin in start position designated by head judge Description Value Performance Expectations 3 Circles 0.8 x 3 o Circles are evaluated on form, body position, deviation of hands, rhythm, amplitude and global extension o Amplitude deductions as per picture; measured by feet relative to bottom edge of mushroom o Picture shows no deductions for body position, amplitude and global extension 1/1 Spindle (360º) 1/4 = o Spindle in any number of circles is permitted 2/4 = 3/4 = 4/4 = o Spindles that do not reach 360º due to a fall can be continued from the position of the fall to receive credit for remaining portions 3 Circles 0.8 x 3 o One circle may be carried over from the spindle without reducing it s value; standard deviation deductions will apply to both the end position of the spindle and any circles performed thereafter Bonus: Czechkehr (180º) on 4th (0.3) o Czechkehr starts and finishes in front support Circle Circle 0.8 o As above Schwabenflank (1/4 Turn Back 1.4 o No deduction for hips < 30º above shoulder line in dismount (Czech) into a Wende). Total With Bonus 9.5 (9.8) o Apparatus Deduction: Sliding to a stop in dismount November 2018 Version

39 Level 2 Rings Apparatus Deductions (0.2) i. Rings not turned out in support before L-Sit ii. Hips pass vertical before release in dismount Picture shows no deduction for body position on height Description Value Performance Expectations Muscle-up to Support o Begin with straight arms for no deduction o Straight body throughout for no deduction o Apparatus Deduction: Rings not turned out in support before L-Sit L-Sit 2s o Legs horizontal or up to 15º higher for no deduction Press to Shoulder Stand 2s o Arms touching but not support by straps is permitted Roll Slowly Backwards and transition to Straight Inverted o Pike action to absorb the bottom of the roll is permitted before straight inverted hang Hang 2s Shoot Dislocate o Hips must rise within 15 of vertical for no amplitude deduction o Amplitude deductions: S, M, L; measured by height of hips and shoulders Swing Forward, Swing Back 2.0, o Lack of height as per picture, measured by hips relative to Swing Forward, Swing Back, rings o Straight arms on back swing for no deduction Swing Forward, Swing Back, o Bent or straight arms are permitted on front swing Bonus: Hips at least Ring Height on this Back Swing Swing Forward into Back Layout Dismount Total With Bonus (0.3) o Amplitude deductions: S, M, L; measured by height of hips and shoulders o Apparatus Deduction: Hips pass vertical before release in dismount 9.5 (9.8) November 2018 Version

40 Level 2 Vault Apparatus Deductions (0.2) i. Slowing down before takeoff Picture shows no deductions for body position, preparation for landing, and amplitude Description Value Performance Expectations Front Pike Salto Bonus: Front Layout Salto Total With Bonus 9.5 (0.3) 9.5 (9.8) o Amplitude deductions: S, M, L; measured by height of shoulders relative to shoulder height on takeoff November 2018 Version

41 Level 2 Parallel Bars Apparatus Deductions (0.2) i. Bounce legs off bar from straddle support scale Routine to be performed in the middle of the bars Description Value Performance Expectations Jump to Long Hang, o Lack of height as per Level 2 High Bar picture Swing Forward, Swing Back o Swings measured by height of hips relative to hands Glide Forward and Kip to Straddle o Straight arms in kip for no deduction Support Scale (Legs in Front) 2s o Rhythm deductions: S, M, L L-Sit 2s o Legs horizontal or up to 15º higher for no deduction o Lift legs through V-Sit after L-Sit 2s is permitted Lift Legs Up Through 45º V-Sit and, o Lack of height, as per picture Shoot Forward, Swing Back OR o Height of swings measured by hips relative to shoulders Bonus: Straight Arm Press to o Straight body position in handstand for no deduction Handstand (No Hold Required) 1.5, (0.3) o Swings back to held handstands are permitted Swing Forward, Swing Back, o Apparatus Deduction: Bounce or slide legs off bar from Swing Forward, Swing Back to, straddle support scale Handstand 2s Swing Forward, Swing Back to Handstand and Flank off, o Angular deviation applied and no dismount if swing below 45 Total With Bonus 9.5 (9.8) November 2018 Version

42 Level 2 Horizontal Bar Apparatus Deductions (0.2) i. Each additional cast in support Description Value Performance Expectations Beat Swing to Jam Cast and o Any height of initial back swing is permitted Swing Back Kip to Support o Rhythm deductions: S, M, L Cast Horizontal o Transition into cast should be continuous for no deduction o Height of cast is measured by hips relative to shoulders o Apparatus Deduction: Each additional cast in support Continue into Under-shoot o Hips must rise up within 15 of vertical for no deduction Swing Back into Back Uprise, o Straight arms for no deduction and immediate Back Hip Circle o Any height of back uprise is permitted o Straight arms in back hip circle for no deduction Cast Horizontal, ¾ Giant into Undershoot, o Transition into undershoot should be continuous for no deduction o Additional giants are permitted Bonus: Cast Horizontal, Giant, (0.3) o Backhip circle after break-in is permitted ¾ Giant (or Break-in) to o A killswing into an empty swing forward is also permitted as Undershoot an exit from giant Swing Back, Swing Forward, o Lack of height; as per picture Swing Back, Swing Forward, o Height of swings measured by hips relative to bar Swing Back, Swing Forward ½ Turn to Mixed Grip Dismount Total With Bonus, o Height of ½ turn is measured by hips relative to bar 9.5 (9.8) November 2018 Version

43 Canadian Provincial Pathway Rules Provincial 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 and National Open Men s Artistic Gymnastics Coaches and Judges Manual September

44 Table of Contents ACKNOWLEDGMENTS... 3 PROVINCIAL PATHWAY: GENERAL INFORMATION... 4 ARTICLE 1: PROGRAM DESCRIPTION... 4 ARTICLE 2: COMPETITIVE AGE FOR PROVINCIAL PATHWAY Age Determination LTAD Compliance Restrictions... 5 ARTICLE 3: MODIFICATIONS AND COMMITTEE RESPOSIBILITES... 5 ARTICLE 4: COMPETITION REGULATIONS AND EQUIPMENT SPECIFICATIONS Competition and Warm Ups Competition Duties of Gymnast Spotting and Assistance Equipment Measurement of Equipment, Specifications and Supplementary Mats... 6 ARTICLE 5: JUDGING RESPONSIBILITES Evaluation of Routines Judging Panels Scoring Regulations... 8 ARTICLE 6: EVALUATION OF EXERCISES AND ROUTINE CONSTRUCTION D- Score E- Score Short Routines Physical Testing Routines Repetition Landings Categories of Competition... 9 Provincial 1 Physical Preparation Program (P3 routine) Provincial 2 Physical Preparation Program (P3 routine) Provincial 1 Floor Exercise Provincial 1 Mushroom Provincial 1 Rings Provincial 1 Vault Provincial 1 Parallel Bars (deleted Straddle V- sit pic and handstand pic) Provincial 1 High Bar Provincial 2 Floor Exercise Programme du cheminement provincial - Septembre 2018 Page 2

45 Provincial 2 Pommel Horse Provincial 2 Rings Provincial 2 Vault Provincial 2 Parallel Bars Provincial 2 High Bar APPENDIX A ACKNOWLEDGMENTS These routines are the property of GCG and may not be reproduced in whole or in part without express permission of GCG. Designs: Bato Rafajlović Programme du cheminement provincial - Septembre 2018 Page 3

46 PROVINCIAL PATHWAY: GENERAL INFORMATION This document describes the program for the GCG Provincial 1 to 5 and National Open categories. The Provincial Pathway is a modification of the FIG Junior rules. Therefore, all FIG Junior rules apply including the restricted elements, repetition, maximum five counting skills per Element Group, time on floor, three parts of the Pommel Horse, etc. Modifications to the FIG Junior rules include a reduction in the number of EGRs required, and the difficulty requirement of the dismount has been reduced. ARTICLE 1: PROGRAM DESCRIPTION i. The Provincial Pathway consists of 6 levels. ii. Provincial 1, 2 and 3 compete within their Province iii. Provincial 4 and 5 compete in Regional competition (Westerns and Eastern Championships) iv. National Open competes at the Canadian Championships. ELITE RULES AND REGULATIONS PROVINCIAL RULES AND REGULATIONS Senior FIG rules + landing bonus National Open Junior FIG rules (with GCG supplemental rules) Junior FIG rules + landing bonus Physical Testing Elite level 4 Optional Routine Modified JR FIG 7 skills (3 required element groups) Compulsory routines Physical Testing Provincial level 5 Provincial level 4 Optional Routine Modified Junior FIG rules 8 skills (3 required element groups) (with GCG supplemental rules) Optional Routine Modified JR Junior FIG rules FIG 7 skills (3 required element groups) (with GCG supplemental rules) Elite Level 3 Compulsory routine Physical Testing Provincial level 3 Optional Routine 6 skills Supplementary rules Required elements Elite Level 2 Compulsory routines & Physical preparation routine Provincial level 2 Compulsory routines & physical preparation routine Elite level 1 Compulsory routines & Physical preparation routine Provincial level 1 Compulsory routines & physical preparation routine ARTICLE 2: COMPETITIVE AGE FOR PROVINCIAL PATHWAY 2.1 Age Determination The competitor s age will be based on his age as of September 1 st of the competition season (defined as September 1 to August 31). Please refer to Appendix A on page 23. Programme du cheminement provincial - Septembre 2018 Page 4

47 Provincial Pathway Category Ages Age Determining Date Comments National Open 14 and up Sept. 1 st. Must turn at least 15 in the competition season Prov to 16 Sept. 1 st. May turn 17 in the competition season Prov. 4 U13 and 13+ Sept.1 st. Must turn at least 10 years old in the competition season Prov. 3 U13 and 13+ Sept. 1 st. Must turn at least 10 years old in the competition season Prov. 2 U10, U12, 12+ Sept.1 st. 8 turning 9 & 9 turning turning 11, 11 turning 12, and 12+ Prov. 1 U8, U10, U12, 12+ Sept.1 st. 7 turning 8, 8 turning 9 9 turning 10, 10 turning 11, 11 turning 12, and 12+ An athlete moving into the junior program will adhere to the January st FIG date of birth regulation. 2.2 LTAD Compliance Restrictions I. Under no circumstance will an underage athlete be permitted to compete at Eastern or Western Canadian Championships or Canadian Championships. ARTICLE 3: MODIFICATIONS AND COMMITTEE RESPONSIBILITES I. Competitions for the Provincial Pathways Program will be organized and run provincially and / or nationally. II. These regulations must be used for all events. Gymnastics Canada reserves the right to make on- going clarifications to the regulations as needed throughout the season (September to August), but no changes to the rules will be made after September 30 th for that competitive season. III. Clarifications for the Program may take place several times over the competition year. Any clarifications will be circulated to all PTO s, Program members and will be posted on the GCG website. ARTICLE 4: COMPETITION REGULATIONS AND EQUIPMENT SPECIFICATIONS Note: Unless otherwise stated, the current FIG Code of Points will be applied 4.1 Competition and Warm Ups I. Competition warm- ups may not begin prior to 8:00 am and competitions may not go later than 10:00 II. pm. Athletes will receive a general warm up and apparatus warm- up prior to the start of the competition. The time limit for competition warm ups is recommended to be a minimum hour for Provincial 1,2, 3 and 4 and 1.5 hours for Provincial 5 and Open. If the number of athletes in the session is above 36, the warm up time may need to be increased at the discretion of the organizing committee. Programme du cheminement provincial - Septembre 2018 Page 5

48 4.2 Competition Duties of Gymnast I. Gymnasts must be attired according to the stipulations of the current FIG Code of Points. Competition Singlet, Competition shorts and competition long gymnastics pants with socks. Note: For Canadian Competitions, dark coloured longs (including Black) are not allowed. Gymnasts in Levels 1-3 may compete II. III. IV. in shorts on all apparatus with a competition singlet. Gymnasts are required to wear a shirt at all times during competition warm ups (in training gym and competition gym). Athletes from the same team or club must wear the same competition attire. Violation of the uniform requirements will result, without warning. (FIG Code penalty) 4.3 Spotting and Assistance I. For all categories, it is recommended that a coach be present on Horizontal Bar to act as a spotter. II. Whenever possible, the coach should stand such that the view of the judges is not obstructed. 4.4 Equipment I. The chart below describes the specific equipment requirements for each category within the Provincial II. III. IV. Pathways. Unless noted in the chart of apparatus requirements, the use of additional 20cm safety mats will result in a 0 deduction from the Final Score on that apparatus. A similar deduction will be applied for use of any non- permitted supplementary equipment. Supplementary (sting) mats (5cm and 10cm) are permitted for use on all apparatus except Pommel Horse. A 10cm supplementary mat is mandatory as a minimum on Vault and Horizontal Bar. V. Open athletes will follow FIG mat regulations with the following exception: an additional 5cm or 10cm supplementary mat may be added on the Floor and Rings. For High Bar, one additional 5cm or 10cm mat may be used for release moves only, and must be taken out prior to the dismount. 4.5 Measurement of Equipment, Specifications and Supplementary Mats I. It is the responsibility of the local organizing committee (LOC) to make available and set up the equipment in accordance to the specifications in the Pathways program. Any change to these guidelines must be II. III. IV. communicated to the participating clubs in the work plan. It is the responsibility of the Apparatus Head Judge, in conjunction with the LOC to check the equipment before the beginning of the warm up for each competition session. All landing mats used on Pommel Horse, Vault, Rings, Parallel Bars and Horizontal Bar must conform to FIG specifications. Measurements of the equipment (FIG Standard in Brackets). Floor Exercise: Pommel Horse: Rings: Vault: Parallel Bars: Horizontal Bar: 12m x 12m Measured from the outside of the Border Line From the surface of the mat to the top of the horse body (105cm) From the mat to the inside bottom of the ring (260cm) From the floor to the centre top of the Table body (135cm). Markings should be clearly labelled for the range of cm From the mat to the top of the rail (180cm) From the mat to the top of the bar (260cm) Programme du cheminement provincial - Septembre 2018 Page 6

49 Provincial 3 Provincial 4 Provincial 5 Floor Pommel Horse FIG 12m x 12m Up to one (1) 5cm to10cm sting mat is permitted. It may be removed following its use. Mushroom or horse without pommels Ultra Dome or Mushroom cm Horse without pommels Horse may be lowered to any height In the case where the horse can t be lowered, a beat board may be used Horse with pommels. Horse may be lowered to any height. In the case where the horse can t be lowered, a beat board may be used Rings FIG Standard (260 cm) Up to 40 cm of supplementary mat may be used FIG Standard (260 cm) Up to 20 cm of supplementary mat may be used. Vault 110cm to 135cm 120cm to 135 cm 125 to 135cm A supplementary 10 cm mat is mandatory. An additional supplementary 10 cm mat may be used. Parallel Bars Bars may be lowered to any height, but may not exceed 180 cm Up to 20 cm of additional mat may be used. Horizontal Bar A supplementary 10 cm mat is mandatory. Up to 40 cm of additional mat may be used on both sides of the bar FIG Standard (180 cm) Up to 20 cm of additional mat may be used. FIG Standard (260 cm) A supplementary 10 cm mat is mandatory. Up to 20 cm of additional supplementary mat may be used on both sides of the bar Provincial 1 Provincial 2 Floor 12m x 2m strip 12m x 2m strip Pommel Horse Mushroom Mushroom & Floor Mushroom Rings Up to 60 cm mats may be used Up to 60 cm mats may be used Vault 30cm landing mats with spring board and Yurchenko 30cm or 50cm landing mats with spring board and safety collar Yurchenko safety collar Parallel Bars Adjustable Height, and up to 20cm additional mats Adjustable Height, and up to 20cm additional mats Horizontal Bar Safety straps Safety straps Physical Preparation 12m x 2m strip 12m x 2m strip ARTICLE 5: JUDGING RESPONSIBILITES 5.1 Evaluation of Routines I. Execution errors for poor technique, poor body position, etc. are evaluated according to the current FIG II. III. Code of Points. The Chair of the Apparatus Jury will be responsible for determining and applying bonus for stuck dismounts to the Final Score. Virtuosity and stick bonus will be included in the bonus column. The Chair of the Apparatus Jury takes deductions for line, behaviour and apparatus violations from the Final Score. See Article 4 and the current FIG Code of Points. 5.2 Judging Panels I. For national and regional (Eastern or Western Championships) competitions a minimum of two (2), II. III. preferably 4 Judges per panel is required. One FIG or National level judge should be assigned per panel. Chair of the Competition Jury should hold a current FIG Brevet. For all categories, the members of the judging panel will be responsible for both D- jury and E- jury unless 4 or more judges are assigned to the event. Programme du cheminement provincial - Septembre 2018 Page 7

50 IV. Unless assigned separately or provided by the LOC, the judges on the jury for Floor and Vault will have the additional responsibility of Line judge. 5.3 Scoring Regulations I. With two or three judges per event, all scores will count. The average of all scores will be calculated and the score will be calculated to 3 decimal places. The average will be truncated to the third decimal and not II. rounded. When there are four judges the highest and lowest scores are eliminated and the two middle scores are averaged. ARTICLE 6: EVALUATION OF EXERCISES AND ROUTINE CONSTRUCTION 6.1 D- Score I. The D score for Optional routines is calculated as per the current FIG Code of Points. 6.2 E- Score II. Subtracting points for deficiencies in technical or aesthetic execution determine the E- score. The definitions of those deductions are as per the current FIG Code of Points: Small error: = 0.1 Medium error: = 0.3 Large error: = Fall: = 6.3 Short Routines I. It is the duty of the D- jury to determine how many skills were credited. II. The Chair of the apparatus jury should give the scorer a deduction for the non- technical deductions prior to the Final Score. Short 1 elements Short 2 elements Short 3 elements Short 4 or more elements Maximum E- score Open athletes will adhere to the FIG junior rules regarding short routines 6.4 Physical Testing Routines The Physical Testing for the Provincial Pathway is recommended for Provincial 3, 4, 5 and Open. It is not mandatory, but participation in the testing will help provide the tools necessary to transition into the Elite Pathway. It is at the discretion of each Province to utilize the Physical Testing for the Provincial Pathway. Provincial 1 and 2 have a Physical Preparation routine within their competition program. This 7 th event is scored out of ten, and is included in all results. 6.5 Repetition I. During the performance of any routine except Vault a gymnast may repeat an element for value following a fall (Major error) or stop except for the dismount (FIG rules). The dismount may only be repeated on Pommel Horse (FIG rules) 6.6 Landings II. For all categories of the Provincial Pathway Program a bonus will be applied to the Final Score for a stuck landing. A stuck landing is defined as a stable landing position with no movement of the feet for A (FIG and Supplementary A) and B dismounts as well as Compulsory Floor, Rings, and Parallel Bars, or Vaults below for C or higher dismounts and Vaults 3.2 and higher Programme du cheminement provincial - Septembre 2018 Page 8

51 P3 Only: +0.1 for Supplementary A dismounts +0.2 for FIG A or higher dismounts Provincial 1 Vault (DIVEROLL) has FIG deductions for landing, but no Bonus for sticking III. The cumulative landing deduction will be maximized at for all events. 6.7 Categories of Competition Competition Elite Canada National Championships Regional Championships Provincial Championships Senior Senior Senior Junior Junior Junior Elite 4 National Open National Open Provincial 5 Provincial 5 Elite 4 Elite 4 Provincial 4 Provincial 4 Elite 3 Elite 3 (Provincial 3) Provincial 3 Provincial 2, Elite 2 Provincial 1, Elite 1 Team Competition EVENT CATEGORY FORMAT Canadian Championships National Open Regional Championships Provincial Provincial Competition Regulations for Optional Routines Category Number Of Skills FIG Requirements FIG Amendments National Open 8 FIG C dismount 0.3 B dismount Provincial FIG requirements + dismount Provincial FIG requirements + dismount Provincial FIG requirements + dismount + special P3 requirement B dismount 0.3 A dismount B dismount 0.3 A dismount FIG A or higher dismount 0.3 Supplementary dismount FIG Element Group Bonus 0.3 bonus for double salto on floor bonus for each additional FIG element group bonus for each additional FIG element group bonus for each additional FIG element group Virtuosity Bonus n/a Up to 0.2 Up to 0.2 Up to For virtuosity may be awarded for any element performed with exceptional amplitude For virtuosity may be awarded for 3 or more elements performed with exceptional amplitude. Programme du cheminement provincial - Septembre 2018 Page 9

52 6.9 Supplementary Regulations The following apply to Optional routines for Provincial 3, 4, and 5 Floor Pommel Horse Salto connection bonus (A+B or C) (B+B or C) =0.1 (C+C) (D+A, B or C) = loops on a single pommel = C (Provincial 5 ONLY) All dismounts to handstand will receive full credit (FIG deductions apply) Flair or circle to handstand and lower to circle or pendular swing = E Rings The FIG D- jury deduction for Non- utilization of all 3 parts of the horse. will apply to Prov 4, Prov 5 All static B strength elements or greater = 0.2 bonus (Swing to B strength hold, press upwards from a B strength hold, or B static hold) The 0.2 bonus does not apply to any uprise to L- sit, kip to L- sit, Honma to L- sit, or straight body forward roll The FIG rule that an exercise cannot include more than three elements from groups II and/or III in direct succession will not apply The FIG D- jury deduction for No swing to handstand 2s will apply to Prov 5 Parallel bars Giant + Giant or Giant element of C value or higher = C, C bonus Peach to 45 with straight arms = C Peach to handstand judges maximum deduction is High Bar Prov.3 & 4 one layaway or empty swing is permitted Flight elements of C value or higher = 0.2 bonus Credit will be awarded for all flight elements of C value or higher. In the case of a fall, the gymnast will receive value for the element and special requirement. He will have a deduction and will not receive the 0.2 bonus. You may repeat any C value or higher Flight element if successful on the first attempt Angle deductions for all elements 0-30 = no deduction = = 0.3 Over 90 = and non- recognition Dismounts Prov.3 & 4 one layaway or empty swing is permitted All events - Bonus for sticking 0.1 for A and B dismounts or Vaults below for C or higher dismounts and Vaults 3.2 and higher Programme du cheminement provincial - Septembre 2018 Page 10

53 Supplementary Regulations The following apply to routines for National Open Floor Pommel Horse Salto connection bonus (C+C) = 0.1 (D+A, B or C) = 0.2 Flair or circle to handstand and lower to circle or pendular swing = E The FIG D- jury deduction for Non- utilization of all 3 parts of the horse. will apply to Open Rings All static B strength elements or greater = 0.1 bonus (Swing to strength hold, press upwards from a min. B strength hold, or static hold The 0.1 bonus does not apply to any uprise to L- sit, kip to L- sit, Honma to L- sit, or straight body forward roll The FIG rule for a max. of 3 strength elements in succession will not apply Guczoghy elements and Chechi elements are permitted in the Open and Junior category Bent arm swing to Handstand 2s = A (applies to Open category) Vault Parallel bars The FIG D- jury deduction for No swing to handstand 2s will apply to Open FIG Giant and Giant with ½ turn will be considered separate elements Giant + Giant ½ = C, C +0.2 bonus (or, any Giant plus a variation of D or higher value Giant element) Peach to handstand judges maximum deduction is Peach to H.S. + Peach to H.S. = D, D bonus (or Peach to HS + Peach element of D or higher) Tucked Morisue 1.46, tucked Belle 3.52, Yamawaki to upper arm 2.45, and double front tucked to upper arm are permitted in the Open and Junior category High Bar Flight elements of C value = 0.1 bonus Flight elements of D value or higher = 0.3 bonus Credit will be awarded for all flight elements of C value or higher. In the case of a fall, the gymnast will receive value for the element and special requirement. He will have a deduction and will not receive the bonus. You may repeat any C value or higher Flight element if successful on the first attempt Dismounts C + C flight elements = 0.2 bonus All events - Bonus for sticking 0.1 Bonus for C dismounts and Vaults 4.0 and lower 0.2 Bonus for D or higher dismounts and Vaults 4.2 and higher Programme du cheminement provincial - Septembre 2018 Page 11

54 Developmental Regulations These apply to Optional routines for Provincial 4 and 5 Supplementary A parts (0.1 value) EGR FX PH SR PB HB Non acrobatic elements Acrobatic elements forward Acrobatic elements backward & Arabian Elements Back roll to handstand Single Leg swings Kip & swing elements & swings through or to handstand (2 sec.). Bent arm swing to handstand Elements in support or through support on 2 bars. V- sit Stutzkehre to 45 Long hang swings with & without turns. Back uprise with heels above bar Swing ½ turn above horizontal Circle and flairs, with and/or without spindles & hand- stands, Kehrswings, Russian wendeswings, flops & combined elements. Flairs & circles will be considered separate elements ½ Stockli Strength elements & hold elements (2 sec.). Straddle back lever or front lever Muscle up to support Elements starting in upper arm position. Round off Travel type elements, including Krolls, Tong Fei, Wu Guonian, Roth, and Traveling Spindles. 1/3 cross support travel Swing to Strength hold elements (2 sec.). Long swings in hang on 1 or 2 bars & underswings. Dismount Dismount Dismount Any salto tucked Dismount Back uprise to support (Heels at Moy to upper arm Salto tucked off the horizontal) side or end Flight elements In bar & Adler elements. Dismount Straddle cut from long hang swing Stoop or straddle on & off backwards or forwards Kip, cast to 45 Any salto tucked Gymnasts may perform a straddle lever and a lever with legs together for two A parts. However, these skills can t be performed in succession. In the provincial Pathway, all Supplementary A parts will fulfill FIG requirements as would a regular FIG A part, and receive partial value.3 of the requirement. Programme du cheminement provincial - Septembre 2018 Page 12

55 Provincial 3 Supplementary Parts (Provincial 3 Gymnasts only) Floor Element Group REQUIRED ELEMENTS value Floor Non acrobatic Acrobatic elements Acrobatic elements elements forward backwards & sideways Front Handspring A parts 0.1 B parts 0.2 Back roll to handstand Round off Cartwheel 5 Dismount Pommel Horse Or Mushroom Pommel Horse A parts 0.1 B parts 0.2 Single Leg swings N/A Circle and flairs, with and/or without spindles & hand- stands, Kehrswings, Russian wendeswings, flops & combined elements. Flair and circle will be considered separate elements Half Stockli ½ Spindle (uninterrupted) Travel type elements, including Krolls, Tong Fei, Wu Guonian, Roth and Traveling Spindles. (Only on long horse) 1/3 cross support travel forward Flair element Dismount Wende dismount from side support 180 Russian C parts 0.3 Full spindle (Max 4 circles) Handstand dismount Rings Kip and swing elements Swing to Handstand Strength and hold elements Swing to strength hold Dismount A parts 0.1 Straddle back lever or front lever Press to shoulder stand Must achieve support position above the Rings Without assistance Any salto tucked Rings B parts 0.2 C parts 0.3 D parts 0.4 Kip to support Felge to support Bent arm swing to handstand Muscle up to support Bent arm, pike press to Handstand Straight arm press to handstand Gymnasts may perform a straddle lever and a lever with legs together for two A parts. However, these skills can t be performed in succession. Programme du cheminement provincial - Septembre 2018 Page 13

56 P. Bars Elements in support Elements in upper arm Long hang swings Under swings REQUIRED ELEMENTS value Dismount A parts 0.1 Back up rise to support (Heels at horizontal) Moy to upper arm Long hang swing back uprise to support 2 second Handstand Salto tucked off the side or end Stutz dismount (hips horizontal for no ded.) Parallel Bars B parts 0.2 Stutzkehre to 45 V- sit (2 sec) Giant swing to support Wende dismount through or from handstand C parts 0.3 Straddle Planche (2sec) Manna (2 sec) Peach basket to 45 One layaway or empty swing is permitted on Parallel Bars and High Bar High Bar High Bar A parts 0.1 Long hang swing and turns Back uprise with heels above bar Swing ½ turn above horizontal Swinging pull over (baby giant) Flight elements Straddle cut from long hang swing In bar elements & Elgrip/ dorsal hang Straight body Back hip circle Piked front hip circle Straight body Under bar shoot (Hips and shoulders above bar) REQUIRED ELEMENTS value GIANT Dismount Any salto tucked Piked or straddle under bar shoot (with or without ½ turn) (Hips and shoulders above bar) Kip to Support B parts 0.2 Swing ½ turn to under grip (blind change) Stoop or straddle on & off backwards or forwards Stoop in dislocate to horizontal C parts 0.3 Stalder Endo Angle deductions for all elements on High Bar As per FIG code of points Programme du cheminement provincial - Septembre 2018 Page 14

57 Physical Preparation Program (P3 routine) Programme du cheminement provincial - Septembre 2018 Page 15

58 Provincial 1 Physical Preparation Program (P3 routine) Description Value Performance Expectations / Deductions Begin with feet together and dowel on the floor behind back. Arms sequence. Both arms lift forwards (palms in) to shoulder height/width, open to side and raise arms to wide V position while rotating the palms down. Lower arms to side. Reach down and pick up dowel in under- grip, Stand up and Execute Inlocate/Dislocate of the shoulders. Bend at the waist and place the dowel on the floor behind feet. Straight upright Posture, with chin up and precise arm positions. A smooth and continuous movement must be shown throughout the exercise Hands should be within 15 of shoulders Hands between 16 and 30 of shoulders 0.1 ded. Hands between 31 and 45 of shoulders- 0.3 ded, Hands greater then 46 - ded. Kick to momentary Handstand 1.5 Roll forward to Straddle pike stretch (Hold 3 sec) Legs straddled 90, Hands at shoulder width and Knees must remain vertical throughout the exercise. Angular deviations away from perfect hold positions: 0-15 = 0.1, = 0.3, = Sit upright with arms at Horizontal, palms down and back flat, Raise arms upward and back and place outside of hips on floor. Lift Legs to momentary Straddle V- sit, close legs and extend to rear support, ½ turn to front kneel position 1.5 Posture - Straight back with chin up Angle deductions for Straddle V- sit Up to 30 = 0.1 ded = 0.3 ded 61 + = ded D- Shape (hold 3 sec) Shoulders at least vertical above hands/heels, knees shoulder width apart. Hips forward at least vertical above knees If shoulders not vertical,; Angular deviations away from perfect hold positions: 0-15 = 0.1, = 0.3, = 0.5 Chest roll to horizontal, and lower to front support with hips on floor and arms straight With straight legs, Move Legs forward to Middle Split (hold 3 sec) Swing Legs forward and lie flat on back, push up to Bridge (hold 3 sec) Body angle: 15 below horizontal = 0.1, 30 below horizontal = 0.3 Lack of arm extension: 0-15 = 0.1, = 0.3, = Interrupted upward movement Legs not flat: 0-15 = 0.1, 16 += 0.3, Hips not square: = 0.1, = 0.3, Shoulders should be a minimum of vertical over hands with legs straight and together. Lower down, stand up, and present to judge TOTAL 10.0 Angular deviations away from perfect hold positions: 0-30 = 0.1, 31 + = 0.3, Coaches should emphasize a smooth rhythm focusing on artistic presentation with clean lines and proper posture. Programme du cheminement provincial - Septembre 2018 Page 16

59 Provincial 2 Physical Preparation Program (P3 routine) Description Value Performance Expectations / Deductions Begin with feet together and dowel on the floor behind back. Arms sequence. Both arms lift forwards (palms in) to shoulder height/width, open to side and raise arms to wide V position while rotating the palms down. Lower arms to side. Reach down and pick up dowel in under- grip, Stand up and Execute Inlocate/Dislocate of the shoulders. Bend at the waist and place the dowel on the floor behind feet. Straight upright Posture, with chin up and precise arm positions. A smooth and continuous movement must be shown throughout the exercise Hands should be within 15 of shoulders Hands between 16 and 30 of shoulders 0.1 ded. Hands between 31 and 45 of shoulders- 0.3 ded, Hands greater then 46 - ded. 1.5 Interrupted upward movement during press - 0.1, 0.3 Pike forward, and place hands on floor and Straddle Press to momentary Handstand Roll forward to Straddle pike stretch (Hold 3 sec) Legs straddled 90, Hands at shoulder width and Knees must remain vertical throughout the exercise. Angular deviations away from perfect hold positions: 0-15 = 0.1, = 0.3, = Sit upright with arms at Horizontal, palms down and back flat, Raise arms upward and back and place outside of hips on floor. Lift Legs to Straddle V- sit (hold 2 sec) close legs and extend to rear support, ½ turn to front kneel position 1.5 Posture - Straight back with chin up Angular deviations away from perfect hold positions: 0-30 = 0.1, = 0.3, = D- Shape (hold 3 sec) Shoulders at least vertical above hands/heels, knees shoulder width apart. Hips forward at least vertical above knees Chest roll to momentary handstand, and lower to front support with hips on floor and arms straight With straight legs, Move Legs forward to Middle Split (hold 3 sec), turn to Right leg forward split (hold 3 sec), turn to Left leg forward split (hold 3 sec) Swing Legs forward and lie flat on back, push up to Bridge (hold 3 sec) If shoulders not vertical,; Angular deviations away from perfect hold positions: 0-15 = 0.1, = 0.3, = Body angle if handstand not achieved: Above 45 - = 0.1, Above 30 = 0.3, Below 29 Lack of arm extension: 0-15 = 0.1, = 0.3, = Interrupted upward movement - 0.1, 0.3, Legs not flat: 0-15 = 0.1, = 0.3, = 0.5 Hips not square: = 0.1, = 0.3, >45 = Shoulders should be a minimum of vertical over hands with legs straight and together. Lower down and present judges TOTAL 10.0 Angular deviations away from perfect hold positions: 0-15 = 0.1, = 0.3, = 0.5 Programme du cheminement provincial - Septembre 2018 Page 17

60 Provincial 1 Compulsory Routines All additional elements or steps are a 0.3 deduction Programme du cheminement provincial - Septembre 2018 Page 18

61 Provincial 1 Floor Exercise (12m x 2m tumbling strip or floor strip) Description Value Performance Expectations / Deductions Arms sequence. Both arms lift forwards (palms in) to shoulder height/width, open to side and raise arms to wide V position while rotating the palms down. Lower arms to side. Lift Leg into 2-3 steps and Straight upright Posture, with chin up and precise arm positions. Leg >30 above horizontal 0-29 = 0.1, under horizontal 0.3 Dive roll (shoulder height) Kick step forward with ½ turn and finish with arms horizontal and palms down Swing arms down and forward to Power hurdle into Cartwheel, Cartwheel, and stretch to Lack of Amplitude - 0.1, 0.3, Leg >30 above horizontal = 0.1, under horizontal 0.3 Leg split should be greater then 135 and demonstrate consistent Rhythm Lack of Flexibility in Cartwheel - < , < Forward roll, High jump with ½ turn to stand Lack of amplitude on jump: 0.1, 0.3, Kick to momentary Handstand Shoulders extended, hips in, head neutral, straight alignment Shoulder Angle and/or low back arch to 0.3 Roll forward to middle Splits (2 sec) Close legs forward to pike position Stretch forward to momentary chest on thighs, and Back roll to stand Lack of Flexibility; middle split and Pike forward 0-30 = 0.1, 31 + = 0.3 Step forward to Front scale (2 sec) Raised leg 30 above horizontal. Below Horizontal =, 0-15 = 0.3, = 0.1, Step back, lift Leg into 2-3 steps Leg >30 above horizontal = 0.1, 0-15 = 0.3, Below horizontal = Dive roll (shoulder height) into stretched jump, TOTAL 10.0 Lack of Amplitude: 0.1, 0.3, for Dive roll and for Jump Programme du cheminement provincial - Septembre 2018 Page 19

62 Provincial 1 Mushroom (Approximately 60cm High) Description Value Performance Expectations / Deductions 3.33pts. per circle The circles should be fluent and well extended from the shoulders. Control should be demonstrated at all times during the routine. Shoulder displacement should be symmetrical through side support 2.0pts. per circle positions. Shoulders should remain in the same direction throughout the routine. 3x Double Leg Circles (Under 8 age group only) 5x Double Leg Circles (all other age groups) Lack of body extension (Hip Breaks) 0.1, 0.3, per circle Each gymnast may complete 4 or 6 double leg circles depending on age group TOTAL 10.0 Hitting apparatus Touching apparatus 0.3 NO LANDING DEDUCTIONS or STICK BONUS Programme du cheminement provincial - Septembre 2018 Page 20

63 Provincial 1 Rings Description Value Performance Expectations / Deductions Coach assisted Muscle up to straight body support and hold for 3 sec. 2.0 Show clear body position, elbows straight with rings parallel or turned out and wrists and elbows clear of the straps. Bent Arm support 0.3 to Arms against the straps Rings less then Parallel 0.1, 0.3, Lower with bent arms and when head is between the Rings, roll back with straight legs to a straight body inverted hang and hold 3 sec Show consistent rhythm Lack of Rhythm 0.1, 0.3 Pike body and Lower to straight body Skin the Insufficient shoulder flexibility Cat and hold 3 sec Pull upward to Piked inverted hang and cast into Cast should clearly show rise of the shoulder Swing Backwards, swing Forwards Swing Backwards, swing Forwards Swing Backwards, swing Forwards Swing Backwards, swing Forwards into No rise of the shoulders in the cast 0.1, 0.3 Hips should be Ring height in backswing, No rise in the shoulders and head neutral Shoulders and hips should be ring height with feet above shoulders in front swing Straight arms in front swing (Deductions as per FIG) Deductions as per diagram Back Tuck Salto dismount Show clear body position, rise of the shoulder and hips above the Rings TOTAL 10.0 Non- distinct body position: 0.1, 0.3, Lack of Amplitude: 0.1, 0.3, Programme du cheminement provincial - Septembre 2018 Page 21

64 Provincial 1 Vault Description Value Performance Expectations / Deductions Powerful, dynamic run up. Distinct body shape in flight roll not judged, No landing deductions for Tucked salto Salto should demonstrate rotation and not distance travelled 20cm landing mat with 10 cm soft mat. (20 long) Maximum 20M run Spring Board in safety (Yurchenko) collar against mat. Board MUST be touching collar, and collar MUST be touching mats Dive roll to stand Show a straight body or open hips during flight 9.0 Dive roll should demonstrate an upright position upon take off and should finish in a controlled stand (FIG Landing deductions will apply to the dive roll) Lack of Amplitude: 0.1, 0.3, 0.3 Deduction for Travelling more than 1.2m from edge of landing map Deduction for Travelling more than 1.5m from edge of landing mat Lack of extension in preparation for landing 0.1, 0.3 Bending of the knees in order to perform roll 0.1, 0.3, Forward Tuck Salto into immediate roll to stand 10.0 If no roll performed, vault scores NO STICK BONUS ON VAULT Maximum TOTAL 10.0 Programme du cheminement provincial - Septembre 2018 Page 22

65 Provincial 1 Parallel Bars (deleted Straddle V- sit pic and handstand pic) All Swings should be dynamic and extended and achieve good end positions. Description Value Performance Expectations / Deductions Jump or be lifted to support in center of parallel Bars Less than 3 sec hold 0.1 ded. Lift legs to Straddle L- sit and hold (3 sec) Less than 2 sec hold 0.3 ded. Less than1 sec hold ded. No hold and no credit Join legs together and cast forward Swing backwards Swing forwards Swing backwards Swing forwards Swing backwards Swing forwards Swing backwards to 45 and Step to one bar and flank off dismount Total Must show a distinct lift of the Legs upward No leg lift 0.3 ded. Swings in support as per diagram Angle deductions for dismount Up to 15 = 0.1 ded = 0.3 ded 31 + = ded All Swings should be dynamic and extended and achieve good end positions. Programme du cheminement provincial - Septembre 2018 Page 23

66 Provincial 1 High Bar Present. Description Value Performance Expectations / Deductions Lift to chin- up position and pullover to front support and immediately Cast to horizontal Under bar cast to 45 and Swing backwards Swing forward, Swing backwards Swing forward, Swing backwards Swing forward, Swing backwards Swing forward, Swing backwards The height of the under bar cast and the swings will both be judged as per the swings diagram. Deductions as per the diagram for swing Plus FIG execution deductions Routine ends with the 5 th backswing Total 10.0 Programme du cheminement provincial - Septembre 2018 Page 24

67 Provincial 2 Compulsory Routines All additional elements or steps are a 0.3 deduction Programme du cheminement provincial - Septembre 2018 Page 25

68 Provincial 2 Floor Exercise (12m x 2m tumbling strip) Description Value Performance Expectations / Deductions Straight upright Posture, with chin up and precise arm positions. Arms sequence. Both arms lift forwards (palms in) to shoulder height/width, open to side and raise arms to wide V position while rotating the palms down. Lower arms to side. Lift Leg into 2-3 steps and Leg >30 above horizontal 0-30 = 0.1, below horizontal = 0.3 Forward handspring, rebound jump, 1.5, Lack of Amplitude (Handspring and Rebound) 0.1, 0.3, Swedish fall through arabesque (not held) Drop raised leg over the body into Left or Right Split (2 sec) Straddle Press to momentary Handstand stoop down and jump ¼ turn Straight arm back extension through handstand and stoop down Leg split should be greater then 135 during Swedish fall Lack of Flexibility = 0.1, = 0.3, = Hips not square: = 0.1, = 0.3, >45 = 1.5 Shoulders extended in handstand, hips in, head neutral, straight alignment (FIG deduction) Shoulder Angle and/or low back arch to 0.3 Body angle if handstand not achieved: = 0.1, = 0.3, >45 = + non- recog. Arm bend: 0-15 = 0.1, = 0.3, = Y scale (hold 2 sec) Leg above 155 in Y scale, Lack of Flexibility = 0.1, = 0.3, = Lift Leg into 2-3 steps into Raised leg 30 above horizontal. Dive roll (head height) into immediate jump 1/1 turn, = 0.1, 0-15 = 0.3, Below horizontal = Dive roll should be head height with a slight arched body Lack of Amplitude: 0.1, 0.3, for Dive roll Back roll pushing through squat position to 1 Back handspring,1.5, Lack of Rhythm - 0.1, 0.3 Lack of Amplitude 0.1, 0.3, TOTAL 10.0 * Revised Nov 2016 Programme du cheminement provincial - Septembre 2018 Page 26

69 Provincial 2 Pommel Horse Description Value Performance Expectations / Deductions 0.8 pts. Per circle Circle Routine A 10 x Double Leg Circles on Mushroom TOTAL for Circle Routine A 8.0 Circle Routine B 5 x Double Leg Circles on Floor Mushroom 2.0 pts. Per circle The circles should be fluent and well extended from the shoulders. Control should be demonstrated at all times during the routine. Shoulder displacement should be symmetrical through side support positions. Shoulders should remain in the same direction throughout the routine. TOTAL for Circle routine B 10.0 Each gymnast should complete an additional double leg circle Counting will stop when the gymnast reaches the maximum circles. Lack of body extension (Hip Breaks) 0.1, 0.3, Hitting apparatus Touching apparatus 0.3 Global deduction for overall execution style 0.3 or (As body extension during the entire exercise). NO LANDING DEDUCTIONS OR STICK BONUS Programme du cheminement provincial - Septembre 2018 Page 27

70 Delasalle Flare routine 5 x Delasalle flares on 60 cm Mushroom 2.0 pts. Per Flare TOTAL for Delasalle Flare routine 10.0 For the Provincial 2 Category, gymnasts will select one of two Double leg circle routines. And one Delasalle flare routine. The Final score is the average of the two routines. Programme du cheminement provincial - Septembre 2018 Page 28

71 Provincial 2 Rings Description Value Performance Expectations / Deductions Muscle up to straight body support and hold for 3 sec., Spot for Muscle up deduction Show clear body position, elbows straight with rings minimum parallel and wrists and elbows clear of the straps. Bent Arm support 0.3 to Arms against the straps Rings less than Parallel 0.1, 0.3, Raise Legs to L- Sit (Hold 3 sec) Show clear body position, elbows straight with rings minimum parallel and wrists and elbows clear of the straps. Bent Arm support 0.3 to Arms against the straps Rings less the Parallel 0.1, 0.3, Roll slowly backwards with bent arms and lower to inverted hang, Lower to Straddle Back lever (hold 3 sec) Lower to skin the cat (Hold 3 sec) Pull upward to Piked inverted hang and cast into Show consistent rhythm Lack of Rhythm 0.1, 0.3 Legs may be split as wide as possible FIG angle deductions apply for body alignment Cast should clearly show rise of the shoulder No rise of the shoulders in the cast 0.1, 0.3 Swing Backwards, swing Forwards Swing Backwards, swing Forwards Swing Backwards, swing Forwards into Shoulders should be ring height with hips and feet above shoulders in front swing. Gymnasts should demonstrate increasing amplitude with each swing Straight arms in front swing Deductions as per diagram (Execution Deductions as per FIG) Back Tuck Salto dismount Show clear body position, rise of the shoulder and hips above the Rings TOTAL 10.0 Non- distinct body position: 0.1, 0.3, Lack of Amplitude: 0.1, 0.3, Programme du cheminement provincial - Septembre 2018 Page 29

72 Provincial 2 Vault Description Value Performance Expectations / Deductions Powerful, dynamic run up. Distinct body shape in flight Roll not judged. No landing deductions Salto should demonstrate rotation and not distance travelled Deduction for Travelling more than 1.2m from edge of landing mat Deduction for Travelling more than 1.5m from edge of landing mat 30cm landing mat (20 in length) Maximum 20M run Spring Board in safety (Yurchenko) collar against mat. Board MUST be touching collar, and collar MUST be touching mats Forward Layout salto into immediate roll to stand 30cm landing mat Maximum 20 M run Open Front tuck salto into immediate roll to stand 9.0 Body must be straight upon landing and into the roll forward. Bending of the knees or hips in order to perform roll 0.1, 0.3, (each) Front salto into immediate roll if no roll performed, vault scores NO STICK BONUS ON VAULT Maximum TOTAL 10.0 Programme du cheminement provincial - Septembre 2018 Page 30

73 Provincial 2 Parallel Bars Description Value Performance Expectations / Deductions From Spring board, 1-2 steps and jump to Long hang swing forwards Swing backwards Swing forwards Swing backwards and uprise to upper arm support Long hang swing deductions as per diagram Bent arms: 0.1, 0.3, 05 particularly on the upward phase on swing. Upper arm swing forward Swing backwards and uprise to support Hips should be bar height Arms straight at maximum height of back uprise Swing forward to straddle V- sit (Hold 3 sec) Join legs together and cast forward Swing backwards Swing forwards Swing backwards Swing Forwards Swing Backwards to momentary Handstand Swing forwards Swing backwards to near handstand and Step to one bar and flank off dismount 2.0 Total 10.0 Swings in support as per diagram Swings to Handstand as per diagram 1.5 Must show momentary support of both hands on one rail No support shown = 0.3 deduction Programme du cheminement provincial - Septembre 2018 Page 31

74 Provincial 2 High Bar Giants Description Value Performance Expectations / Deductions From still Hang, Lift toes to the bar Arch body and cast forwards Swing Back, Swing forwards and kip up, cast to 45, No height requirements for swing back No height requirements for swing forward to Kip up Cast deduction Horizontal to 44 = 01., below Horizontal= 0.3 Free hip circle to Deduction. Horizontal to 44 = 01. below Horizontal= 0.3 Swing forward, Swing backwards Swing forward, Swing backwards Back Giant Back Giant Back Giant,, Exercise ends as the 3 rd Giant passes through handstand Total 10.0 Deductions as per the diagram for swing Plus FIG execution deductions Deductions as per the diagram for Giants. A Giant attempt that does not go over the bar is deducted based on the height and angle of the swing upwards. Plus FIG execution deductions and a 0.3 deduction for an extra swing Programme du cheminement provincial - Septembre 2018 Page 32

75 APPENDIX A Competition Age Calculation Chart (for all categories except Junior and Senior) STEP #1 CALCULATE ATHLETE AGE BORN Sept 1 Aug 31 09/2018 to 08/ / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / /2019 to 08/ / /2012 no comp 7 ** Competition season will be considered as Sept 1st to Aug 31 st STEP #2 **AGE Category Choices Senior (FIG) = minimum 18 in year of competition Junior (FIG) = minimum 14 and max 17 in year of competition Elite 4 minimum of 11 by Sept.1, 2018/ Max of 13 as of Sept. 1, 2018 Elite 3 minimum of 9 by Sept.1, 2018/ Max of 11 as of Sept. 1, 2018 Elite 2 minimum of 8 by Sept.1, 2018/ Max of 9 as of Sept. 1, 2018 Elite 1 minimum of 7 by Sept.1, 2018/ Max of 8 as of Sept 1, 2018 National Open minimum of 14 by Sept.1 Prov. 5: years old by Sept.1 Prov. 3&4-13+: minimum of 13 by Sept.1 Prov. 4- U13: 11 or 12 years old by Sept.1 Prov. 3- U13: 9-12 years old by Sept. 1 Prov. 1&2-12+: minimum 12 by Sept.1 Prov. 1&2- U12: 10 or 11 years old by Sept.1 Prov. 1&2- U10: 8 or 9 years old by Sept.1 Programme du cheminement provincial - Septembre 2018 Page 33

76 Canadian Championships and Regional Championships: Provincial 4 and 5 - A maximum of 8 athletes per province may attend Regional Championships. The Team competition format has a maximum of 8 athletes per Team, 6 will compete on each apparatus, and 4 scores will count toward the Team total. National Open athletes - A maximum of 8 athletes per province may attend Canadian Championships. The Team competition format has a maximum of 8 athletes per Team, 6 will compete on each apparatus, and 4 scores will count toward the Team total. Regions have the discretion to include additional categories if it suits their development, such as Provincial 3 and Open. Provinces have complete discretion as to the process of acquiring their best Team result. The purpose of the Team event is to teach the values of a Team: 1) Commitment to a common goal 2) To become an enthusiastic, supportive, co- operative Team member 3) To be flexible, open minded and respectful of Team members and Team goals. Programme du cheminement provincial - Septembre 2018 Page 34

77 Canadian Elite Pathways Program One Team Men s Artistic Gymnastics Coaches and Judges Manual September 2018 Canadian Elite Pathways Program September 2018 Page 1

78 Table of Contents ACKNOWLEDGMENTS... 4 ELITE PATHWAY: GENERAL INFORMATION... 5 ARTICLE 1: PROGRAM DESCRIPTION... 5 ARTICLE 2: COMPETITIVE AGE FOR ELITE PATHWAY Age Determination Long Term Athlete Development Restrictions... 7 ARTICLE 3: MODIFICATIONS AND COMMITTEE RESPOSIBILITES Competitions Clarifications... 8 ARTICLE 4: COMPETITION REGULATIONS AND EQUIPMENT SPECIFICATIONS Rules in Effect Competitions and Warm ups Competition Duties of Gymnast Spotting and Assistance Equipment Measurement of Equipment and Specifications... 9 ARTICLE 5: JUDGING RESPONSIBILITES Evaluation of Routines Judging Panels Scoring Regulations ARTICLE 6: EVALUATION OF EXERCISES AND ROUTINE CONSTRUCTION D- Score E- Score Short Routines Physical Testing Routines Repetition Landings (NEW CHARTS) Optional Routine Requirements and Regulations Developmental Parts Compulsory Routines Physical Preparation Program Elite 1 Physical Preparation Program (P3 routine) Elite 2 Physical Preparation Program (P3 routine) Flexibility Routine A for Elite Canadian Elite Pathways Program September 2018 Page 2

79 Flexibility Routine B for Elite 4 and Junior Ring Strength B for Junior Parallel Bar Strength routine B for Junior Parallel Bar Strength A for Elite 3 and Elite 1 Compulsory Routines Elite 1 Floor Exercise Elite 1 Mushroom Elite 1 Rings Elite 1 Vault Elite 1 Parallel Bars Elite 1 High Bar Elite 2 Compulsory Routines Elite 2 Floor Exercise Elite 2 Pommel Horse Elite 2 Rings Elite 2 Vault Elite 2 Parallel Bars Elite 2 High Bar Elite 3 Compulsory Routines Elite 3 Floor Elite 3 Pommel Horse Elite 3 Pommel Horse Elite 3 Rings Elite 3 Vault Elite 3 Parallel Bars Elite 3 Horizontal Bar Elite 4 Compulsory Routines Elite 4 Floor Elite 4 Pommel Horse Elite 4 Pommel Horse Elite 4 Rings Elite 4 Vault (2017) Elite 4 Parallel Bars Elite 4 Horizontal Bar Junior Compulsory Routines Canadian Elite Pathways Program September 2018 Page 3

80 Junior Floor Junior Pommel Horse Junior Rings Junior Vault Junior Parallel Bars Junior Horizontal Bar APPENDIX A Testing Forms APPENDIX B APPENDIX C ACKNOWLEDGMENTS This Elite Pathways Program has been developed by Tony Smith (National Team Director) and Markos Baikas (Age Group and Junior National Coach). Gymnastics Canada would like to specially thank Richard Ikeda, Nick Blanton, Greg Jackson, John Carroll, Jason Woodnick, Patrick Beauchamp, Adrian Balan, Zhaohiu Huang, Jonathon Okada, Jean Sebastien Tougas and Vaughn Arthur, Gary Isaacs, Norm Loaders, Mike Burns, Nistor Sandor and Alexandre Pozdniakov for their contribution to this document. These routines are the property of GCG and may not be reproduced in whole or in part without express permission of GCG. Further resources may be available from the GCG office as the program becomes developed. Designs: Bato Rafajlović Canadian Elite Pathways Program September 2018 Page 4

81 ELITE PATHWAY: GENERAL INFORMATION This document describes the Compulsory and Optional programs for the Elite Pathway Categories. This program has been prepared with the goal of developing a higher level of elite performance for Canada. It has been reworked and is the product of a great deal of consultation from Canadian coaches involved with our National Team. The Novice category has been eliminated and the Pathways have introduced compulsory routines for the Junior level which has been split into two age divisions. The revised program borrows some of the underlying philosophy of Great Britain s Grades Program that was instrumental in Britain s rise to its new heights at World Championships and Olympics since Canada has the talent to be amongst the top teams in the world. We have proven it in the past and we will rise to the challenge in the next cycle. Our goal is to set out a pathway that will properly prepare our athletes who are able to follow the Elite Pathway towards international success in individual and team competitions over the next 8 years. It is expected that within the Provinces there will be a coordinated effort to align our initiatives towards a common set of goals. The revised Elite Pathways progressively develop the young talented gymnasts technique and routine structure to define a Canadian style and prepare these athletes for international excellence. These routines will be challenging for all of our athletes and coaches, but are achievable for the talent pool in the country. The Provincial Pathways program will also provide a challenge and will be similar to the Elite program, though with reduced expectations to be developmentally appropriate. The Elite Pathways Program is complimented by the Aspire camp structure which focuses on fine tuning the technical expectations for the program and will help to bring all clubs in line with a national direction. One of the anticipated outcomes is to improve upon Artistry in our performances through specific expectations and ongoing reinforcement of these in camp and competition environments. ARTICLE 1: PROGRAM DESCRIPTION I. The Elite Pathway program consists of 6 Categories of competition; Elite 1, Elite 2, Elite 3, Elite 4, Junior and Senior. II. The goal of the compulsory routine program is to prepare Age Group gymnasts to successfully compete at the Senior International Level. III. Junior and Senior categories, within the Elite Pathway, must participate at the Compulsories Screening Event, Elite Canada, and the Canadian Championships. IV. Elite 4 athletes must participate in a Compulsories Screening Event as well as Western or Eastern Canadian Championships, and Elite Canada. They do not compete at Canadian Championships. V. Elite 3 athletes must participate at the Western and Eastern Canadian Championships, and do not compete at Canadian Championships or Elite Canada. VI. Elite 1 and Elite 2 athletes participate in Provincial level competitions VII. For all categories except Senior, scores from the Physical Tests will be added to the scores from the Optional and Compulsory competitions to determine an athlete s AA score. Canadian Elite Pathways Program September 2018 Page 5

82 ELITE Rules and Regulations Senior FIG rules + landing bonus Junior Elite level 4 FIG rules + landing bonus Physical Testing Optional Routine Modified JR FIG 7 skills (3 required element groups) Compulsory routines Physical Testing PROVINCIAL National Open Provincial level 5 Provincial level 4 Rules and Regulations FIG rules (GCG supplement) Optional Routine Modified JR FIG 8 skills (3 Optional required Routine element Modified JR FIG 7 skills (3 required element groups) Elite Level 3 Compulsory routine & Physical Testing Provincial level 3 Optional Routine 6 skills Supplementary rules Elite Level 2 Compulsory routines & Physical routine Provincial level 2 Compulsory routines Elite level 1 Compulsory routines & Physical Routine Provincial level 1 Compulsory routines Elite Pathway Methodology Provincial Competition Canadian Compulsory/ Screening Activity Elite Canada Eastern and Western Championships Elite 1 Compulsory routines Elite 2 Compulsory routines Elite 3 Physical Test Compulsory routines Elite 4 Compulsory routines Physical Test Optional Routines Physical Test Optional routines Junior Compulsory routines Physical test Optional routines Apparatus Final Senior Optional routines Optional AA Apparatus Final Canadian Championships Physical test Optional routines Apparatus Finals Optional routines Apparatus Final ARTICLE 2: COMPETITIVE AGE FOR ELITE PATHWAY 2.1 Age Determination With the exception of the Senior and Junior categories, September 1st will be used as the age determining date. Please refer to appendix A. Canadian Elite Pathways Program September 2018 Page 6

83 Category Ages Age Determining Date Comments Senior 18 + January 1 st Must turn 18 in the year of the competition January 1 st Junior Elite Must be a minimum of 11 yrs. old on Sept. 1 st of the competition season Elite Must be a minimum of 9 yrs. old on Sept. 1 st of the competition season Elite Must be a minimum of 8 yrs. old on Sept. 1 st of the competition season Elite Must be a minimum of 7 yrs. old on Sept. 1 st of the competition season Must turn 14 in the year of the competition. May not turn 18 in the year of the competition Must turn 12 in the year of the competition. May turn 14 in the year of the competition Must turn 10 in the year of the competition. May turn 12 in the year of the competition Must turn 9 in the year of the competition. May turn 10 in the year of the competition Must turn 8 in the year of the competition. May turn 9 in the year of the competition An athlete who is following the preferred pathway to elite gymnastics would have a career path that: Gymnast Age Level Years in level Age 7 Provincial 1 One year Age 8 Elite 1 One year Age 9 Elite 2 One year Age Elite 3 Two years Age Elite 4 Three years Age Junior Three years Age 18 Senior 2.2 Long Term Athlete Development Restrictions i. Under no circumstances may an underage athlete participate in an Elite Pathway competition. ii. Under no circumstances may an athlete move from Elite 3 to Elite 4 prematurely. iii. Under no circumstances may an athlete move from Elite 4 to Junior prematurely. The following are recommendations for training schedules appropriate to the Pathways levels: Elite 1 athletes are age 7 and 8 and should be training between 8 and 10 hours per week Elite 2 athletes are age 8 and 9 and should be training between 10 to 14 hours per week Elite 3 athletes are 9 to 11 years old and should be training 14 to 18 hours per week. Elite 4 athletes are 11 to 14 years old and should be training 16 and 20 hours per week. Canadian Elite Pathways Program September 2018 Page 7

84 ARTICLE 3: MODIFICATIONS AND COMMITTEE RESPOSIBILITES 3.1 Competitions Competitions for the Elite Pathways Program will be organized and run provincially and / or nationally. These regulations must be used for all events. Gymnastics Canada reserves the right to make changes to the regulations, as needed. 3.2 Clarifications Clarifications for the Program may take place several times over the competition year. Any clarifications will be circulated to all PTO s and Program members, and will be posted on the GCG website. ARTICLE 4: COMPETITION REGULATIONS AND EQUIPMENT SPECIFICATIONS 4.1 Rules in Effect I. The current Men s Program Technical Regulations II. Unless otherwise stated, the current FIG Code of Points will be applied along with all related FIG MTC Newsletters. 4.2 Competitions and Warm ups I. Competition warm- ups may not begin prior to 8:00 am and competitions may not finish later than 10:00 pm. II. Athletes will receive a general warm up and apparatus warm- up prior to the start of the competition as follows: Category Elite 1 & 2 Elite 3 & 4 Junior & Senior Warm up duration 45 minutes 60 minutes 90 minutes (approximately 15 minutes general and a minimum of 2 minutes per athlete per apparatus) III. IV. Elite 1 and 2 competitions may be run with the same warm up format and in conjunction with Provincial 1 and 2, Elite 1, 2, 3 and 4 competitions should be scheduled to take place during daytime sessions whenever possible. 4.3 Competition Duties of Gymnast I. Gymnasts must be attired according to the stipulations of the current FIG Code of Points. Note: Canadian Competitions dark colored longs (including Black and dark blue) are not allowed. II. Gymnasts are required to wear a shirt at all times during competition warm ups and whenever training in the competition gym. III. Athletes from the same Team or Club must wear the same competition attire. All athletes and coaches at Canadian Championships compete for their Province and wear provincial uniforms. All athletes and coaches at Regional Championships compete for their Province and wear provincial uniforms. Canadian Elite Pathways Program September 2018 Page 8

85 IV. All athletes and coaches at Elite Canada and the Compulsories Selection Event compete for their club and will wear club uniforms. National Team uniforms will be worn only when representing Canada (No exceptions) Violation of the uniform requirements will result, without warning in a FIG Code penalty. 4.4 Spotting and Assistance I. For all categories, it is permitted to have a coach present on Horizontal Bar to act as a spotter. II. Whenever possible, the coach should stand such that the view of the judges is not obstructed. 4.5 Equipment I. The chart under 4.6 describes the specific equipment requirements for each category within the Elite Pathways. II. Unless noted in the chart of apparatus requirements, the use of additional 20 cm safety mats will result in a deduction from the Final Score, on that apparatus. A similar deduction will be applied for use of any non- permitted supplementary equipment. III. For Elite 3 & 4, supplementary mats (5cm) are permitted for use on all apparatus except Pommel Horse. One 5 or 10cm mat can be used for Optional Floor routines. A 10cm supplementary mat is mandatory as a minimum on Vault and Horizontal Bar (FIG Rule). IV. Junior and Senior athletes will follow FIG mat regulations with the exception of one 5cm or 10cm supplementary mat on the Floor and Rings. For Juniors, one additional 5cm or 10cm mat will be allowed on High Bar for release moves only, and must be taken out prior to the dismount. When an event is being used for selection to World Championships or Major Games, FIG mat restrictions will be enforced. 4.6 Measurement of Equipment and Specifications I. It is the responsibility of the local organizing committee (LOC) to make available and set up the equipment in accordance to the specifications in the Pathways program. Any change to these guidelines must be communicated to the participating clubs in the work plan. II. It is the responsibility of the Apparatus Head Judge, in conjunction with the LOC to check the equipment before the beginning of the warm up for each competition session. III. All landing mats used on Pommel Horse, Vault, Rings, Parallel Bars and Horizontal Bar must conform to FIG specifications. IV. Measurements of the equipment (FIG Standard in Brackets): Floor Exercise: Pommel Horse: Rings: Vault: Parallel Bars: Horizontal Bar: 12m x 12m Measured from the outside of the Border Line From the surface of the mat to the top of the horse body (105cm) From the mat to the inside bottom of the ring (260cm) From the floor to the centre top of the Table body (135cm). Markings should be clearly labelled for the range of cm From the mat to the top of the rail (180cm) From the mat to the top of the bar (260cm) Canadian Elite Pathways Program September 2018 Page 9

86 Elite 3 and 4 Elite 1 and 2 Floor FIG 12m x 12m Up to one (1) 5cm or 10cm mat is permitted for landing, not rebounding. It may be removed after use. Pommel Horse Horse without pommels Horse may be lowered to any height In the case where the horse can t be lowered a beat board may be used Single pommel routine must be done on a S/A Colt or AAI Buck Horse. Single pommel mushroom will not be accepted From the surface of the mat to the top of the body of the horse should be between 20 to 40cm Rings FIG Standard (260 cm) Up to 20 cm of supplementary mat may be used. Vault Elite cm mats Parallel Bars Horizontal Bar 12m x 2 m strip Mushroom Floor Mushroom Single pommel Horse or Mushroom (20-40cm) Up to 60 cm mats may be used 30 to 50 cm mats Elite 3 - Mandatory (Yurchenko) safety collar for all compulsory vaults Mandatory (Yurchenko) Elite 4 120cm to 135cm with one beat board and stacked mats for safety collar for all Compulsory Vault compulsory vaults Elite 4 120cm to 135cm with FIG landing mats and the option of an additional 10cm landing mat for Optional vault Elite 3 Adjustable height: 170 cm up to FIG standard 180 cm Elite 4 - FIG Standard (180 cm) Elite 3 & 4 - Up to 20 cm of supplementary mat may be used. FIG Standard (260 cm) High bar rail specifically for safety straps (Elite 1 and 2) A supplementary 10 cm mat is mandatory. Up to 20 cm of additional supplementary mat may be used on both sides of the bar Elite 1, 2 and 3 may have up to 60cm of additional mats if needed to feel safe Adjustable Ht. and up to 20cm additional mats Adjustable Ht. and up to 20cm additional mats ARTICLE 5: JUDGING RESPONSIBILITES 5.1 Evaluation of Routines I. In optional routines, the D- jury will determine the Difficulty Value or Start Value (D- Score) of the routine. II. Execution errors for poor technique, poor body position, etc. are evaluated according to the current FIG Code of Points, unless otherwise stipulated in these rules. III. The Chair of the Apparatus Jury will be responsible for determining and applying bonus for stuck dismounts to the Final Score. Virtuosity and stick bonus will be included in the bonus column. IV. The Chair of the Apparatus Jury takes deductions for line, behavior and apparatus violations from the Final Score. See Article 4 and the current Code of Points. V. The expectation is that judges will submit the scores within 1 minute after a routine s completion. Canadian Elite Pathways Program September 2018 Page 10

87 5.2 Judging Panels I. For National and Regional (Eastern or Western Championships) competitions a minimum of 2, preferably 4 Judges per panel should be assigned. The panel should comprise of National or FIG Level judges. II. Chair of the Competition Jury must hold a current FIG Brevet. III. For all categories, the members of the judging panel will be responsible for both D- jury and E- jury unless 4 or more judges are assigned to the event. IV. Unless assigned separately or provided by the LOC, the judges on the jury for Floor and Vault will have the additional responsibility of Line Judge. 5.3 Scoring Regulations I. With two or three judges per event, all scores will count. The average of all scores will be calculated and the score will be calculated up to 3 decimal places. The average will be truncated to the third decimal and not rounded. II. When there are four judges the highest and lowest scores are eliminated and the two middle scores are averaged. ARTICLE 6: EVALUATION OF EXERCISES AND ROUTINE CONSTRUCTION 6.1 D- Score The D score for Optional routines is calculated as per the current FIG Code of Points. 6.2 E- Score The E score for optional and compulsory routines is calculated by subtracting points for deficiencies in technical or aesthetic execution. The definitions of those deductions are as per the current FIG Code of Points: Small error: = 0.1 Medium error: = 0.3 Large error: = Fall: = Specific E score deductions have been indicated for performance of sequences or elements in the compulsory routines. 6.3 Short Routines I. Elite 4 the D- jury will decide how many skills were credited. The Chair of the apparatus jury should give the scorer a deduction for the non- technical deductions prior to the final score. Short 1 element s Short 2 elements Short 3 elements Maximum E- score NT Deduction Short 4 or more elements Canadian Elite Pathways Program September 2018 Page 11

88 6.4 Physical Testing Routines Test Day - Canadian Championships Physical Testing will include a flexibility routine performed on floor and a strength routine performed on Rings and Parallel Bars. These tests will be performed during Provincial Podium training and be included in the athletes overall CC score. Evaluation will be the responsibility of the NTD and a designated judge Test Day Elite Canada Physical Testing will include a flexibility routine performed on floor and a strength routine performed on Rings and Parallel Bars. These tests will be performed on the first training day and be included in the athletes overall EC score. Evaluation will be the responsibility of the NTD and a designated judge Test Day - Western and Eastern Canadian Championships Physical Testing will include a flexibility routine performed on floor and a strength routine performed on Parallel Bars. These tests will be performed on the first training day and be included in the athletes overall Regional Championships score. Evaluation will be the responsibility of the NTD and a designated judge Test Day Provincial Championships To be completed prior to the Optional Competition or prior to the Compulsory competition. Evaluation will be the responsibility of the Provinces. A panel of 2 judges and/or coaches is recommended. Elite 3 Competitors will perform routine A in both Flexibility and Strength Flexibility has a maximum score of 11 points Strength has a maximum score of 12 points The athletes total Physical Test score is out of 23 points. Elite 4 Competitors will perform routine B for Flexibility and routine A for Strength Flexibility has a maximum score of 15 points Strength has a maximum score of 12 points The athletes total Physical Test score is out of 27 points. Junior competitors will perform routine B for both Flexibility and Strength Flexibility has a maximum score of 15 points Strength has a maximum score of 20 points The athletes total Physical Test score is out of 35 points. See Appendix A for the following charts: Flexibility Routine A Flexibility Routine B Ring Strength B Evaluation Form Parallel Bars Strength B Evaluation Form Parallel Bars Strength A Evaluation Form Canadian Elite Pathways Program September 2018 Page 12

89 6.5 Repetition I. During the performance of any routine except Vault a gymnast may repeat an element for value following a fall (Major error) or stop except for the dismount (FIG rules). II. A second Vault may be repeated with a penalty if the first Vault competed received a zero. 6.6 Landings I. A bonus will be applied to the Final Score for a stuck landing in all categories of the Elite Pathways Program. A stuck landing is defined as a stable landing position with no movement of the feet. Compulsory Dismount A or B dismounts C dismount D dismounts E dismounts or higher Elite Elite Junior 0.1 N/A Senior N/A N/A Compulsory Vault Vaults under 3.2 Vaults Vaults 4.5 to 4.8 Vaults 4.9 and Higher Elite 1-3 N/A Elite 4 N/A Junior 0.1 N/A Senior N/A N/A II. The cumulative dismount landing deduction will be maximized at for all events (steps, hops, touching hands, falling). 6.7 Optional Routine Requirements and Regulations Competition Regulations for Optional Routines Category Number of skills Senior 10 FIG FIG requirements FIG amendments Junior 8-10 FIG SR 0.2 B dismount 0.3 C dismount Elite FIG requirements + dismount B dismount 0.3 A dismount FIG element group Bonus bonus for each additional FIG element group Virtuosity Bonus n/a Up to For virtuosity may be awarded for any element performed with exceptional amplitude For virtuosity may be awarded for 3 or more elements performed with exceptional amplitude. Junior athletes will do senior rules. However, the majority of the prohibited skills will still be in effect. The following elements will be approved for Junior use. 1. Rings; Guczoghy and Chechi elements 2. Parallel bars; Elements that rotate and catch in the same direction and do not have a twisting component; Tucked Morisue 1.46 and tucked Belle 3.52, Yamawaki to upper arm 2.45, and Canadian Elite Pathways Program September 2018 Page 13

90 double front tucked to upper arm Developmental Parts Elite 4 Supplementary Regulations for Optional routines Floor Salto connection bonus (A+B or C) (B+B or C) =0.1 (C+C) (D+A) = 0.2 Pommel All dismounts to handstand will receive full credit (FIG deductions apply) Horse Flair or circle to handstand and lower to circle or pendular swing = E Rings All static B strength elements or greater = 0.2 bonus (Swing to strength hold, press upwards from a minimum B strength hold, or static hold) The 0.2 bonus does not apply to any uprise to L- sit, kip to L- sit, Honma to L- sit, or straight body forward roll Vault Parallel bars The FIG rule for 3 strength elements in succession will not apply Giant + Giant or Giant element of C value or higher = C, C bonus Peach to 45 with straight arms = C Peach to handstand maximum deduction is Elite 4 one layaway or empty swing is permitted High Bar Flight elements of C value or higher = 0.2 bonus Credit will be awarded for all flight elements of C value or higher. In the case of a fall, the gymnast will receive value for the element and special requirement. He will have a deduction and will not receive the 0.2 bonus. You may repeat any C value or higher Flight element if successful on the first attempt. Blind change immediate Pirouette B part (done as a full turn) FIG Angle deductions apply Angle deductions as per Current FIG Code of Points Elite 4 one layaway or empty swing is permitted Dismounts All events - Bonus for sticking 0.1 Bonus for A and B dismounts or Vaults below Bonus for C or higher dismounts and Vaults 3.2 and higher Canadian Elite Pathways Program September 2018 Page 14

91 Elite 4 Supplementary A parts (0.1 value) EGR FX Non acrobatic elements Acrobatic elements forward Acrobatic elements backward & Arabian Elements Dismount Back roll to handstand Round off PH Single Leg swings Circle and flairs, with and/or without spindles & hand- stands, Kehrswings, Russian wendeswings, flops & combined elements. Travel type elements, including Krolls, Tong Fei, Wu Guonian, Roth and Traveling Spindles. Dismount Flairs & circles will be considered separate elements ½ Stockli SR Kip & swing elements & swings through or to handstand (2 sec.). Bent arm swing to handstand 2sec Strength elements & hold elements (2 sec.). Straddle back lever or front lever Muscle up to support Swing to Strength hold elements (2 sec.). Dismount Any salto tucked PB Elements in support or through support on 2 bars. V- sit Stutzkehre to 45 Elements starting in upper arm position. Back uprise to support (Heels at horizontal) Long swings in hang on 1 or 2 bars & underswings. Moy to upper arm Dismount Salto tucked off the side or end Long hang swings with & without turns. Flight elements In bar & Adler elements. Dismount HB Back uprise with heels above bar Swing ½ turn above horizontal Straddle cut from long hang swing Stoop or straddle on & off backwards or forwards Kip, cast to 45 Any salto tucked Gymnasts may perform a straddle lever and a lever with legs together for two A parts. However, these skills can t be performed in succession. In the Elite Pathway, all supplementary A parts can partially fulfill requirements as would a regular FIG A part, and receive partial value of 0.3 for the requirement. 6.9 Compulsory Routines Additional elements included in any compulsory routine will have a 0.3 deduction for each occurrence. Unless otherwise noted, the current FIG execution deductions will apply to all levels. Canadian Elite Pathways Program September 2018 Page 15

92 Physical Preparation Program Canadian Elite Pathways Program September 2018 Page 16

93 Elite 1 Physical Preparation Program (P3 routine) Description Value Performance Expectations / Deductions Begin with feet together and dowel on the floor behind back. Arms sequence. Both arms lift forwards (palms in) to shoulder height/width, open to side and raise arms to wide V position while rotating the palms down. Lower arms to side. Reach down and pick up dowel in under- grip, Stand up and Execute Inlocate/Dislocate of the shoulders. Bend at the waist and place the dowel on the floor behind feet. Pike forward, and place hands on floor and Straddle Press to momentary Handstand 1.5 Straight upright Posture, with chin up and precise arm positions. A smooth and continuous movement must be shown throughout the exercise Hands should be within 15 of shoulders Hands between 16 and 30 of shoulders 0.1 ded. Hands between 31 and 45 of shoulders- 0.3 ded, Hands greater then 46 - ded. Interrupted upward movement during press - 0.1, 0.3 Roll forward to Straddle pike stretch (Hold 3 sec) Legs straddled 90, Hands at shoulder width and Knees must remain vertical throughout the exercise. Angular deviations away from perfect hold positions: 0-15 = 0.1, = 0.3, = 0.5 Sit upright with arms at Horizontal, palms down and back flat, Raise arms upward and back and place outside of hips on floor. Lift Legs to Straddle V- sit (hold 2 sec) close legs and extend to rear support, ½ turn to front kneel position (no deduction for Straddle past vertical (Manna)) 1.5 Posture - Straight back with chin up Angular deviations away from perfect hold positions: 0-15 = 0.1, = 0.3, = 0.5 If legs are less than vertical after closing legs (0.30) ded D- Shape (hold 3 sec) Shoulders at least vertical above hands/heels, knees shoulder width apart. Hips forward at least vertical above knees If shoulders not vertical,; Angular deviations away from perfect hold positions: 0-15 = 0.1, = 0.3, = 0.5 Chest roll to momentary handstand, and lower to front support with hips on floor and arms straight With straight legs, Move Legs forward to Middle Split (hold 3 sec) Swing Legs forward and lie flat on back, push up to Bridge (hold 3 sec) Lower down, stand up, and present to judge Body angle if handstand not achieved: Above 45 = 0.1, Above Horizontal = 0.3 Lack of arm extension: 0-15 = 0.1, = 0.3, = 0.5 Interrupted upward movement - 0.1, 0.3 Legs not flat: 0-15 = 0.1, = 0.3, = 0.5 Hips not square: = 0.1, = 0.3, >45 = Shoulders should be a minimum of vertical over hands with legs straight and together. Angular deviations away from perfect hold positions: 0-15 = 0.1, = 0.3, = 0.5 TOTAL 10.0 Coaches should emphasize a smooth rhythm focusing on artistic presentation with clean lines and proper posture. Canadian Elite Pathways Program September 2018 Page 17

94 Elite 2 Physical Preparation Program (P3 routine) Description Value Performance Expectations / Deductions Begin with feet together and dowel on the floor behind back. Arms sequence. Both arms lift forwards (palms in) to shoulder height/width, open to side and raise arms to wide V position while rotating the palms down. Lower arms to side. Reach down and pick up dowel in under- grip, Stand up and Execute Inlocate/Dislocate of the shoulders. Bend at the waist and place the dowel on the floor behind feet. Pike forward, and place hands on floor and Straddle Press to Handstand (hold 2 sec) 1.5 Straight upright Posture, with chin up and precise arm positions. A smooth and continuous movement must be shown throughout the exercise Hands should be within 15 of shoulders Hands between 16 and 30 of shoulders 0.1 ded. Hands between 31 and 45 of shoulders- 0.3 ded, Hands greater then 46 - ded. Interrupted upward movement during press - 0.1, 0.3 Roll forward to Straddle pike stretch (Hold 3 sec) Legs straddled 90, Hands at shoulder width and Knees must remain vertical throughout the exercise. Sit upright with arms at Horizontal, palms down and back flat, Raise arms upward and back and place outside of hips on floor. Lift Legs to Straddle Manna (hold 2 sec) close legs and extend to rear support, ½ turn to front kneel position 1.5 Angular deviations away from perfect hold positions: 0-15 = 0.1, = 0.3, = 0.5 Posture - Straight back with chin up Angular deviations away from perfect hold positions: 0-30 = 0.1, = 0.3, = 0.5 If legs are less than vertical ded. And non- recog. D- Shape (hold 3 sec) Shoulders at least vertical above hands/heels, knees shoulder width apart. Hips forward at least vertical above knees If shoulders not vertical,; Angular deviations away from perfect hold positions: 0-15 = 0.1, = 0.3, = 0.5 Chest roll to momentary handstand, and lower to front support with hips on floor and arms straight With straight legs, Move Legs forward to Middle Split (hold 3 sec), turn to Right leg forward split (hold 3 sec), turn to Left leg forward split (hold 3 sec) Swing Legs forward and lie flat on back, push up to Bridge (hold 3 sec) Body angle if handstand not achieved: Above 75 - = 0.1, Above 45 = 0.3, Below 45 + non- recog. Lack of arm extension: 0-15 = 0.1, = 0.3, = 0.5 Interrupted upward movement - 0.1, 0.3, Legs not flat: 0-15 = 0.1, = 0.3, = 0.5 Hips not square: = 0.1, = 0.3, >45 = Shoulders should be a minimum of vertical over hands with legs straight and together. Kick over through handstand to stand TOTAL 10.0 Angular deviations away from perfect hold positions: 0-15 = 0.1, = 0.3, = 0.5 Coaches should emphasize a smooth rhythm focusing on artistic presentation with clean lines and proper posture. Canadian Elite Pathways Program September 2018 Page 18

95 Flexibility Routine A for Elite 3 1. Begin with feet together and dowel behind back in under- grip position. Execute inlocate/dislocate of the shoulders and then place dowel on floor. 2. Perform a forward straddle pike roll to middle split (hold 3 sec.) with arms horizontal. 3. Place hands on the floor and turn body to Left leg split (hold 3 sec.) with arms horizontal. 4. Place hands on the floor and turn body to Right leg split (hold 3 sec.) with arms horizontal. 5. Move legs to 90 and reach arms forward to Straddle pike position (hold 3 sec.) 6. Slide Legs backward (through middle split) to prone position. 7. Hold handstand position on stomach with armpits pressed into the floor, hips tight and wrists flexed. (Hold 3 sec.) 8. Execute a ½ turn to your back and swing one arm back into a shoulder hyper- extended position. (Hold 3 sec.) 9. Sit up and forward to a pike stretch position with arms over head (hold 3 sec.) 10. Sit up and lie on back, bend knees and push up to Bridge (Hold 3 sec.) 11. Lift one leg and kick over, through splits to stand with feet together. Finish with arms horizontal. Flexibility Routine B for Elite 4 and Junior 1. Begin with feet together and dowel behind back in under- grip position. Execute inlocate/dislocate of the shoulders and then place dowel on floor. 2. Lift either leg forward as high as possible and hold 3 sec., keep arms horizontal, chest vertical and hips square. 3. Lower leg step forward and execute a front scale with back leg as high as possible. Hold 3 sec. with arms horizontal and chest no lower than horizontal. 4. Move arms forward and kick to handstand (hold 3 sec.) 5. Roll forward and Endo roll to momentary handstand 6. Lower to Straddle L- sit (hold 3 sec) 7. Sit in straddle, place hands behind legs and lift straddled legs upward and place together. Hold V- sit /manna for 3 seconds. 8. Lower legs to 90 Straddle sit and lower trunk to straddle pike stretch with arms forward Hold 3 sec) 9. Slide legs backward through middle split position to prone 10. Hold handstand position on stomach with armpits pressed into the floor, hips tight and wrists flexed. (Hold 3 sec.) 11. Execute a ½ turn to your back and swing one arm back into a shoulder hyper- extended position. (Hold 3 sec.) 12. Sit up and move arms forward to a Pike stretch position. (Hold 3 sec.) 13. Sit back and execute ½ turn to Left leg split (hold 3 sec) with arms horizontal 14. Place hands on the floor and turn body to Middle split (hold 3 sec.) with arms horizontal. 15. Place hands on the floor and turn body to Right leg split (hold 3 sec.) with arms horizontal. 16. Swing back leg forward, lean backwards to back, bend knees and push up to Bridge (Hold 3 sec.) 17. Lift one leg and kick over, through splits to stand with feet together. Finish with arms horizontal. Canadian Elite Pathways Program September 2018 Page 19

96 Ring Strength B for Junior 1. From Hang, muscle up to support with a straight body and finish with arms away from cables. 2. From Support raise legs to L- sit with straight arms and rings turned out (3 sec). Arms should be away from the cables. 3. From L- sit press to Planche (Legs together or Straddled 3 sec). 4. From Planche, slow back roll to L- sit and finish with straight arms and rings turned out (3 sec) Arms should be away from the cables. 5. From L- sit, straddle press to HS as per FIG code of points (straight arms, Rings Parallel and away from straps) 6. From HS lower slowly to support with straight or hollow body and straight arms. 7. From Support lower to cross (3 sec) or slowly lower through cross to hang. 8. Pull to inverted hang with a straight body and lower to back lever with legs together (3 sec). 9. From back lever pull to Inverted hang with a straight body. 10. From inverted straight hang lower to front lever with legs together or straddled (3 sec). 11. From front lever, lower slowly to hang. (Do not create any swing) 12. Jump down. Parallel Bar Strength routine B for Junior 1. From support lift legs to Manna (hold 3 sec). 2. Pike or Straddle straight arm press to Handstand (hold 3 sec). 3. Lower to Planche (Straight, straddle, or tucked) (hold 3 sec). 4. Lower to L- sit (3 sec). 5. From L- sit press to HS with straight body and bents arms or Pike body and bent arms (hold 3 sec). 6. Lower slowly with straight or hollow body to support. (Do not create any swing). Parallel Bar Strength A for Elite 3 and 4 1. Lift legs to L- sit (hold 3 sec). Hips between arms 2. Bent arm pike press to Handstand. Arms bent 90 (hold 3 sec). 3. Lower to straddle L- sit (hold 3 sec). 4. Press to Straddle or Tucked planche (hold 3 sec). 5. Swing forward To Manna or V- sit (hold 3 sec). 6. Straight arm straddle press to handstand (hold 3 sec). 7. Lower slowly with straight or hollow body (do not create any swing). Canadian Elite Pathways Program September 2018 Page 20

97 Elite 1 Compulsory Routines Canadian Elite Pathways Program September 2018 Page 21

98 Elite 1 Floor Exercise (12m x 2m tumbling strip or Floor strip) Description Value Performance Expectations / Deductions 1) Arms sequence. Both arms lift forwards (palms in) to shoulder height/width, open to side and raise arms to wide V position while rotating the palms down. Lower arms to side. Straight upright Posture, with chin up and precise arm positions. 2) Lift Leg into 2-3 steps and Forward handspring, to small hop or stick 2.0 Leg >30 above horizontal = 0.1, 0-15 = 0.3, Below horizontal = 3) Kick step forward with ½ turn and finish with arms horizontal and palms down Lack of Amplitude (Handspring 0.1, 0.3, leg >30 above horizontal = 0.1, 0-15 = 0.3, below horizontal = 4) Swing arms down and forward to Power hurdle into Cartwheel, Cartwheel, and stretch to 5) Forward roll, High jump with ½ turn to stand 1.5 Leg split should be greater then 135 and demonstrate consistent Rhythm Lack of Flexibility in Cartwheel - < , < Lack of amplitude on jump: 0.1, 0.3, 6) Kick to Handstand (2 sec) Shoulders extended, hips in, head neutral, straight alignment Shoulder Angle and/or low back arch to 0.3 Held less then 1 second Held less then 2 seconds 0.3 7) Roll forward to middle Splits (2 sec) Close legs forward to pike position Stretch forward to momentary chest on thighs, and 8) Back roll to stand with straight arms Lack of Flexibility; middle split and Pike forward 0-15 = 0.1, = 0.3, = 0.5 Bent arms on back roll; 0-15 = 0.1, = 0.3, = 0.5 9) Step forward to Front scale (2 sec) Raised leg 30 above horizontal. Below horizontal no credit. Horizontal =, 0-15 = 0.3, = 0.1, 10) Step back, lift Leg into 2-3 steps and dive roll 11) into stretched jump with Full twist Leg >30 above horizontal = 0.1, 0-15 = 0.3, Below horizontal = Lack of Amplitude: 0.1, 0.3, for Dive roll and for Jump 1/1 TOTAL 10.0 Canadian Elite Pathways Program September 2018 Page 22

99 Elite 1 Mushroom Approximately 60 cm high 5 x Double Leg Circles Description Value Performance Expectations / Deductions 2 pts. Per circle The circles should be fluent and well extended from the shoulders. Control should be demonstrated at all times during the routine. Shoulder displacement should be symmetrical through side support positions. Shoulders should remain in the same direction throughout the routine. Each gymnast should complete 6 double leg circles Counting will stop when the gymnast reaches 5 circles. Lack of body extension (Hip Breaks) 0.1, 0.3, per circle Hitting apparatus Touching apparatus 0.3 NO LANDING DEDUCTIONS TOTAL 10.0 Canadian Elite Pathways Program September 2018 Page 23

100 Elite 1 Rings Description Value Performance Expectations / Deductions 1) Coach assisted Muscle up to straight body support and hold for 3 sec. 2) Lower with bent arms and when head is between the Rings, roll back with straight legs to a straight body inverted hang and hold 3 sec 3) Pike body and Lower to straight body Skin the Cat and hold 3 sec 4) Pull upward to Piked inverted hang and cast into 5) Swing Backwards, swing Forwards 6) Swing Backwards, swing Forwards 7) Swing Backwards, swing Forwards 8) Swing Backwards, swing Forwards into 2.0 Show clear body position, elbows straight with rings parallel or turned out and wrists and elbows clear of the straps. Bent Arm support 0.3 to Arms against the straps Rings less then Parallel 0.1, 0.3, Show consistent rhythm Lack of Rhythm 0.1, 0.3 Insufficient shoulder flexibility Cast should clearly show rise of the shoulder No rise of the shoulders in the cast 0.1, 0.3 Hips should be Ring height in backswing. Shoulders should be ring height with hips and feet above shoulders in front swing Straight arms in front swing (Deductions as per FIG) Deductions as per diagram 9) Back layout Salto dismount Show clear body position, rise of the shoulder and hips above the Rings TOTAL 10.0 Non- distinct body position: 0.1, 0.3, Lack of Amplitude: 0.1, 0.3, Canadian Elite Pathways Program September 2018 Page 24

101 Elite 1 Vault Description Value Performance Expectations / Deductions 20cm landing mat with 10 cm soft mat. (20 long) Maximum 20M run Spring Board in safety (Yurchenko) collar against mat. Board MUST be touching collar, and collar MUST be touching mats Open Front Tuck salto 9.0 Powerful, dynamic run up. Distinct body shape in flight Salto should demonstrate rotation and not distance travelled 0.3 Deduction for Travelling more than 1.5m from edge of landing mat Deduction for Travelling more than 2m from edge of landing mat deduction for grabbing legs in front Tuck Lack of Amplitude: 0.1, 0.3, Lack of extension in preparation for landing 0.1, 0.3 Body must be straight upon landing and into the roll forward. Bending of the knees or hips in order to perform roll 0.1, 0.3, (each) Roll (roll not judged). No landing deductions If no roll performed, vault scores Straight forward Layout into immediate roll to stand 10.0 Roll (roll not judged). No landing deductions Salto should demonstrate rotation and not distance travelled 0.3 Deduction for Travelling more than 1.5m from edge of landing mat Deduction for Travelling more than 2m from edge of landing mat Body must be straight upon landing and into the roll forward. Bending of the knees or hips in order to perform roll 0.1, 0.3, (each) Maximum TOTAL 10.0 Canadian Elite Pathways Program September 2018 Page 25

102 Elite 1 Parallel Bars All Swings should be dynamic and extended and achieve good end positions. Description Value Performance Expectations / Deductions 1) Jump or be lifted to support in centre of parallel Bars Lift legs to No deduction for exceeding 90 Angle deductions for Straddle V- sit Straddle V- sit and hold (2 sec) Up to 15 = 0.1 ded = 0.3 ded = ded > 45 = ded + non- recognition from D Jury 2) Join legs together towards Manna and cast forward 3) Swing backwards 4) Swing forwards 5) Swing backwards 6) Swing forwards 7) Swing backwards to handstand 8) Swing forwards 9) Swing backwards to momentary handstand and Step to one bar and flank off dismount 2.0 Total 10.0 Must show a distinct lift of the Legs upward No leg lift 0.3 ded. Swings in support as per diagram Swings to Handstand as per diagram 2.0 Not stepping to one rail for dismount deduction Canadian Elite Pathways Program September 2018 Page 26

103 Elite 1 High Bar Present. Description Value Performance Expectations / Deductions 1) Lift to chin- up position and Pullover to front support and immediately 2) Cast to 45 3) Under bar cast to 45 and 4) Swing backwards 5) Swing forward, Swing backwards 6) Swing forward, Swing backwards 7) Back Giant 8) Back Giant Exercise ends as the 2 nd Giant passes through handstand Total 10.0 The height of the under bar cast and the swings will both be judged as per the swings diagram. Deductions as per the diagram for swing Deductions as per the diagram for Giants. A Giant attempt that does not go over the bar is deducted based on the height and angle of the swing upwards. Plus FIG execution deductions and a 0.3 deduction for an extra swing The above routine is performed in safety straps on bar or in straps using a pvc tube on a standard bar. Canadian Elite Pathways Program September 2018 Page 27

104 Elite 2 Compulsory Routines Canadian Elite Pathways Program September 2018 Page 28

105 Elite 2 Floor Exercise 12m x 2m tumbling strip Description Value Performance Expectations / Deductions 1) Arms sequence. Both arms lift forwards (palms in) to shoulder height/width, open to side and raise arms to wide V position while rotating the palms down. Lower arms to side. Straight upright Posture, with chin up and precise arm positions. 2) Lift Leg into 2-3 steps and Forward handspring, 3) rebound jump, 4) Headspring Leg >30 above horizontal = 0.1, 0-15 = 0.3, Below horizontal = Lack of Amplitude (Handspring and Rebound) 0.1, 0.3, 5) Swedish fall through arabesque (not held) 6) Drop raised leg over the body into Left or Right Split (2 sec) Leg split should be greater then 135 during Swedish fall Lack of Flexibility = 0.1, = 0.3, = 0.5 Hips not square: = 0.1, = 0.3, >45 = 7) Straddle Press to Handstand (2 sec hold), stoop down and jump ¼ turn 8) Straight arm back extension through handstand and stoop down 1.5 Shoulders extended in handstand, hips in, head neutral, straight alignment (FIG deduction) Shoulder Angle and/or low back arch to 0.3 Body angle if handstand not achieved: = 0.1, = 0.3, >45 = + non- recog. Arm bend: 0-15 = 0.1, = 0.3, = 0.5 9) Y scale (hold 2 sec) release leg and show active hold above horizontal (1 sec) and lower slowly 10) Lift Leg into 2-3 steps into Dive roll into immediate Straddle jump 11) Straight arm back roll pushing through squat position to 12) 1 Back handspring, 13) rebound 1.5 Leg above 155 in Y scale, leg above 115 active during active hold Lack of Flexibility = 0.1, = 0.3, = 0.5 Raised leg 30 above horizontal = 0.1, 0-15 = 0.3, Below horizontal = Dive roll should be head height with a slight arched body, Straddle jump should have legs horizontal Lack of Amplitude: 0.1, 0.3, for Dive roll and for low legs in Straddle jump Lack of Rhythm - 0.1, 0.3 Lack of Amplitude (Rebound) 0.1, 0.3, TOTAL 10.0 Canadian Elite Pathways Program September 2018 Page 29

106 Elite 2 Pommel Horse For the Elite 2 Category, gymnasts will compete two routines. The first will be one of two Double leg circle routines on a floor mushroom. Description Value Performance Expectations / Deductions Circle Routine A 5 x Double Leg Circles on Floor Mushroom 1.6 pts. Per circle TOTAL for Circle Routine A 8.0 Circle Routine B 5 x Double Leg Circles over single pommel on 60cm mushroom 2.0 pts. Per circle The circles should be fluent and well extended from the shoulders. Control should be demonstrated at all times during the routine. Shoulder displacement should be symmetrical through side support positions. Shoulders should remain in the same direction throughout the routine. TOTAL for Circle routine B 10.0 Each gymnast should complete 6 double leg circles Counting will stop when the gymnast reaches 5 circles. Lack of body extension (Hip Breaks) 0.1, 0.3, Hitting apparatus Touching apparatus 0.3 Global deduction for overall execution style 0.3 or (As body extension during the entire exercise). Canadian Elite Pathways Program September 2018 Page 30

107 The second routine will be the Delasalle flare routine. Delasalle Flare routine 5 x Delesalle flares on 60 cm Mushroom 2.0 pts. Per Flare TOTAL for Delasalle Flare routine 10.0 Each gymnast should complete 6 double leg circles or Delasalle flares The Delasalle Flare should be fluent and extended from the shoulders, hips should be open and legs should have a minimum of 135 split Lack of Flexibility = 0.1, = 0.3, = 0.5 Lack of Amplitude: 0.1, 0.3, Counting will stop when the gymnast reaches 5 circles or Delasalle flares The Final score is the average of the two routines. Canadian Elite Pathways Program September 2018 Page 31

108 Elite 2 Rings Description Value Performance Expectations / Deductions 1) Muscle up to straight body support and hold for 3 sec., Show clear body position, elbows straight with rings minimum parallel and wrists and elbows clear of the straps. Bent Arm support 0.3 to Arms against the straps Rings less than Parallel 0.1, 0.3, 2) Raise Legs to L- Sit (Hold 3 sec) Show clear body position, elbows straight with rings minimum parallel and wrists and elbows clear of the straps. Bent Arm support 0.3 to Arms against the straps Rings less the Parallel 0.1, 0.3, 3) Roll slowly backwards with bent arms and lower to inverted hang, 4) Lower to Straddle Back lever (hold 3 sec) 5) Lower to skin the cat (Hold 3 sec) Show consistent rhythm Lack of Rhythm 0.1, 0.3 Legs may be split as wide as possible FIG angle deductions apply for body alignment 6) Pull upward to Piked inverted hang and cast into Cast should clearly show rise of the shoulder No rise of the shoulders in the cast 0.1, 0.3 7) Swing Backwards, swing Forwards 8) Swing Backwards, swing Forwards 9) Swing Backwards, swing Forwards into Hips should be above Ring height in back swing. Noticeable rise in shoulders and head neutral. Shoulders and hips should be above ring height with feet above the shoulders in front swing. Gymnasts should demonstrate increasing amplitude with each swing Straight arms in front swing Deductions as per diagram (Execution Deductions as per FIG) 10) Back layout Salto dismount Show clear body position, rise of the shoulder and hips above the Rings TOTAL 10.0 Non- distinct body position: 0.1, 0.3, Lack of Amplitude: 0.1, 0.3, Canadian Elite Pathways Program September 2018 Page 32

109 Elite 2 Vault 50cm landing mat (20 in length) Maximum 20M run Description Value Performance Expectations / Deductions 10.0 Powerful, dynamic run up. Distinct body shape in flight Roll (roll not judged). No landing deductions Salto should demonstrate rotation and not distance travelled 0.3 Deduction for Travelling more than 1.2m from edge of landing map Deduction for Travelling more than 1.5m from edge of landing mat Spring Board in safety (Yurchenko) collar against mat. Board MUST be touching collar, and collar MUST be touching mats Forward Layout into immediate roll to stand Lack of Amplitude: 0.1, 0.3, 30cm landing mat Maximum 20 M run Straight forward Layout into immediate roll to stand 9.0 Body must be straight upon landing and into the roll forward. Bending of the knees or hips in order to perform roll 0.1, 0.3, (each) Maximum TOTAL 10.0 Canadian Elite Pathways Program September 2018 Page 33

110 Elite 2 Parallel Bars Description Value Performance Expectations / Deductions 1) From Spring board, 1-2 steps and jump to Long hang swing forwards 2) Swing backwards 3) Swing forwards 4) Swing backwards and uprise with straight arms to support 5) Swing to Straddle Manna (2 sec hold) Long hang swing deductions as per diagram Bent arms: 0.1, 0.3, 05 particularly on the upward phase on swing. 6) Join legs together and cast forward to Swing backwards 7) Swing forwards 8) Swing backwards to handstand 9) Swing Forwards 10) Swing Backwards to Handstand (hold 2 sec) 11) Swing forwards 12) Swing backwards and bail into long hang swing to Back layout Flyaway between the rails 2.0 Total Swings in support as per diagram Swings to Handstand as per diagram Back tuck salto () ded Not showing hips above the rails at release (0.3) ded No deductions for Height of bail Canadian Elite Pathways Program September 2018 Page 34

111 Elite 2 High Bar Description Value Performance Expectations / Deductions 1) From still Hang, Lift toes to the bar Arch body and cast forwards 2) Swing Back, 3) Swing forwards and kip up, 4) cast to handstand No height requirements for swing back No height requirements for swing forward to Kip up Cast ded. As per the swing diagram, but if below 45, it is still recognized 5) Swing forward, 6) Swing backwards 7) Swing forward, 8) Swing back to back uprise 9) Free hip circle to handstand 10) Back Giant 11) Back Giant 12) Back Giant 1.5 Exercise ends as the 3 rd Giant passes through handstand Total 10.0 Free hip ded - As per the swing diagram, but if below 45, it is still recognized deductions as per the diagram for Giants. A Giant attempt that does not go over the bar is deducted based on the height and angle of the swing upwards. Plus FIG execution deductions and a 0.3 deduction for an extra swing The above routine is performed in safety straps on bar or in straps using a pvc tube on a standard bar. Canadian Elite Pathways Program September 2018 Page 35

112 Elite 3 Compulsory Routines Canadian Elite Pathways Program September 2018 Page 36

113 Elite 3 Floor Description Value Performance Expectations Deductions 1) Round off, back handspring, 2) Back tuck salto. 3) Land with control and ½ turn to Swedish fall BONUS: Back Layout salto instead of tuck 4) Any split (2sec.) 5) Straddle press to handstand (2 sec.) stoop down and jump ½ turn Complete extension of the body horizontal prior to landing. Virtuosity awarded for amplitude Virtuosity awarded for amplitude Press to H.S. with slow controlled rhythm. FIG Deductions Back Salto above head with dynamic preparation for landing FIG Deductions: Held < 2 sec. 0.3 Press not held - ded. But still credited with D value if handstand position reached. 6) Handspring step out 7) Handspring 8) Dive roll to 45 turn to corner. Consistent rhythm: FIG Deductions BONUS: include Flyspring before Dive roll 9) Step to scissor kick 10) cartwheel,¾ turn, 11) Back roll to momentary handstand, split legs and step down, ½ turn, step to forward roll and immediate stag jump to corner, turn to face diagonal ) Y Scale (2 sec.) BONUS: Y Scale with 180 split ) Round off back handspring, back handspring, 14) back tuck. Virtuosity for amplitude of Dive roll Lack of rhythm: No extension before landing Dive roll above head ht. 0.1 Virtuosity awarded for amplitude on back tuck Back tuck above head with dynamic preparation for landing TOTAL Canadian Elite Pathways Program September 2018 Page 37

114 Elite 3 Pommel Horse For the Elite 3 Category, gymnasts will compete two pommel routines. For the first the gymnast has the choice of one of two circle routines on a Horse without pommels (A or B); the second routine on a mushroom with a single pommel. The Final score is the Average of the two routines. Routine A: Horse without pommels Description Value Performance Expectations 1) 2 uphill loops, circle with ¼ turn ending in side support on end ,0.7,0.7 Deductions Spindle not permitted 2) 2 side circles on end, circle with ¼ turn ending facing downhill 3) 2 downhill loops, circle with ¼ turn to side support on end 4) 2 side circles, circle with ¼ turn to cross support 5) 1 loop, 2 Delasalle Flares, on third Flare, ¼ turn and then Flank off ,0.7, ,0.7, ,0.7, ,0.6,0.6, 0.6 e.g. Maximum leg split and height. TOTAL Virtuosity awarded for amplitude of flares. Virtuosity awarded for extension of body during turns. Dismount should resemble flair to handstand technique Global bonus for turns throughout entire routine Routine B: Horse without pommels Description Value Performance Expectations Deductions 1) 7 uphill loops 7.0 FIG deductions ( per circle) Expectation is no pike 0.2 Virtuosity awarded for extension of circles. 2) 2 Delasalle Flares, on third Flair, ¼ turn and then Flank off 0.9, 0.9, 0.9 e.g. Maximum leg split and height. Dismount should resemble flair to handstand technique 0.1 Virtuosity awarded for amplitude of flairs. TOTAL Canadian Elite Pathways Program September 2018 Page 38

115 Elite 3 Pommel Horse Single Pommel circles routine on Mushroom or Buck horse. Description Value Performance/ Deductions 5 double Leg circles on one pommel. Each gymnast should complete 6 double leg circles Counting and judging will stop when the gymnast reaches 5 circles 2.2 pts. per circle The circles should be fluent and well extended from the shoulders. Control should be demonstrated at all times during the routine. Shoulder displacement should be symmetrical through side support positions. Shoulders should remain in the same direction throughout the routine. TOTAL 1 Lack of body extension (Hip Breaks) 0.1, 0.3, Hitting apparatus Touching apparatus 0.3 Canadian Elite Pathways Program September 2018 Page 39

116 Elite 3 Rings Description Value Performance Deductions 1) Muscle up (Body straight) to 1.5 Rings straight and elbows Pike body 0.1, 0.3 support, turn rings out (2 sec) (,) locked in support. 2) Raise legs to L- sit (2 sec) FIG time and angle deductions. 3) Press to handstand (2 sec) bent arm pike press. BONUS: Straight arm straddle press ) Lower slowly through shoulder stand to inverted hang. 5) Straddle Back lever (2 sec) lower slowly to momentary straight body hang, pull up to piked inverted hang. 0.1 Virtuosity awarded if Rings are away from the body and Parallel 1.5 FIG Time deductions Held< 2 sec. = 0.3 Finished in handstand but no hold = but still awarded credit by D jury if handstand position reached. No Bonus if >=45 arm bend Virtuosity awarded for the Handstand if no deductions Consistent rhythm with a straight or hollow body. Hips straight in lever. Shoulders properly extended. Consistent slow rhythm No pike permitted or FIG deductions BONUS: Legs together back lever 0.4 6) Pump and Swing backward Hips should be above ring As per diagram height. Noticeable rise in shoulders and head neutral 7) Swing forward Shoulders and hips above As per diagram ring height with feet above shoulders. Straight arms 8) Swing back and Inlocate Show rise in shoulders Slight rise No rise ) Swing backward Gymnast should demonstrate increasing amplitude 10) Swing forward and Dislocate Gymnast shoulddemonstrate increasing amplitude 11) High back Layout salto Hips should be Ring height and shoulders show rise. Opening at horizontal TOTAL Deductions as per diagram (Execution Deductions as per FIG) Deductions as per diagram (Execution Deductions as per FIG) 0.1, , 0.3 Canadian Elite Pathways Program September 2018 Page 40

117 Elite 3 Vault The final score is the average of two vaults below. 70cm landing mat Maximum 20M run Description Vault 1 Value Performance/ Deductions Spring Board in safety (Yurchenko) collar against mat. Board MUST be touching collar, and collar MUST be touching mats Straight forward Layout into immediate Dive roll 1 Powerful, dynamic run up. Distinct body shape in flight Rebound for the roll (roll not judged). No landing deductions Salto should demonstrate rotation and not distance travelled 0.3 Deduction for Travelling more than 1.2m from edge of landing mat Deduction for Travelling more than 1.5m from edge of landing mat Lack of Amplitude: 0.1, 0.3, Layout salto into immediate dive roll if no dive roll performed, vault scores cm landing mat Maximum 20M run Straight forward salto into immediate dive roll to stand 10.0 Maximum TOTAL 1 Canadian Elite Pathways Program September 2018 Page 41