SAGF WAG LEVELS 1-3 EXERCISES MANUAL

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1 P a g e 1 SAGF WAG LEVELS 1-3 EERCISES MANUAL WAG Level 1-3 ROUTINES 2013 Version 3 May 2013 Clarifications

2 P a g e 2 Dear Coaches and Judges, February 2013 We would like to wish all Coaches, Judges and gymnasts enjoyment and good gymnastics in the use of this program. To ensure the best possible understanding of the interpretation of this levels Program and the various exercises, please use this Levels Manual in conjunction with the Modified SA Code for Level 1 3. Our aims and objectives are to promote our sport via the image of a healthy learning and simplistic understandable competition program for young gymnasts. Please always remember that when coaching or judging young gymnasts, we as responsible adults are part of the primary education of these gymnasts and should take our role responsibly We would like to ensure that gymnastics is taught with the following outcomes as objectives: Good sound teaching using physical education principles in environment where safety is paramount. Enjoyment of the participants with accomplishment as a secondary goal and winning as a bonus! Liedjie Bakker

3 P a g e 3 Additional Information Value of all elements 0.5 Falls 0.5 Fall limit - 3 falls WARM UP: VAULT: Vault - 2 Warm Up Vaults Bar - 30 sec Beam - 40 sec on Warm Up Beam and 30 sec on Competition Beam(Bump in) Floor - 5min per group of 10 or less LEVEL 1 Vault 1 20cm mat / Vault 2 40cm mat LEVEL 2 40 cm mat LEVEL 3 60cm or 80cm mat No Vault: Level 1- may have 2 nd turn with no deduction Level 2-3 In the event of 0.00 for both Vaults a 3 rd attempt is allowed with 2.00 ded BAR: - Bar Height: 1.65m from the floor. - All landings: 20 cm mats, with 10 cm additional soft mat. - All bar mounts may be with / without run up and with or without a springboard. - There will be no time control for falls off bar, but gymnasts should be taught to return to the bar and resume their exercise as soon as possible. - No excessive use of magnesia. - Coach allowed on podium during exercise. - BEAM: - Beam Height: 1m from the floor. - All landings: 20 cm mats, with 10 cm additional soft mat. - All beam mounts may be with / without run up and with or without a springboard. - There will be no time control for falls off beam, but gymnasts should be taught to return to the beam and resume their exercise as soon as possible. - May give an extra step before or after an element - May step back to fit routine FLOOR: - No Music Level 1, Set music Level 2 and 3 - Level 1 3 does not require a spring floor. If a spring floor is available it may be used. - All exercises Level 1-3 are performed in a line. The minimum length provided 12m, and the maximum 14m - There will be no line penalties for floor if the boundary is exceeded. - May give an extra step before or after an element

4 P a g e 4 VAULT Level 1 2 Different Vaults Scores Added VAULT 1: SV 5.00 Kick to handstand on a springboard, fall on back, onto 20cm mat. Vertical to be shown open shoulder angle and closed legs Body tension throughout Straight arms and legs Length of vault should be body + arm length from board. Deductions from Table of General Faults VAULT 2: SV 5.00 With run up double take off from springboard, stretch jump onto 40cm fat mat. Vertical to be shown open shoulder angle and closed legs Body tension throughout Straight arms and legs Deductions from Table of General Faults Landing: Position normal 40 cm

5 P a g e 5 LEVEL 1 : VAULT 1 FAULT TAKE OFF Hands placed on mat instead of board Hands staggered or placed alternately on board Closed shoulder angle on board Legs not closed before or at vertical Bent arms and knees Lack of body tension DROP TO BACK LYING Rolling to land on back (vertical not shown) Deviation from a straight direction Bent legs Failure to maintain straight body (arching / piking ) Lack of body tension Handstand not reached return to board (May have a second attempt no ded) NO VAULT LEVEL 1 : VAULT 2 FAULT TAKE OFF 1- Foot off the board NO VAULT Feet not simultaneously on board No vertical lift from board (height) Maintaining straight body position(body tension) Bent knees Open legs LANDING Deviation from a straight direction Legs apart Extra steps, slight hop Extra arm swing Additional trunk movements to maintain balance Very large step or jump Deep squat Brushing apparatus with hands-arms but not falling against it Support on mat with 1or 2 hands Fall on mat to knees or hips If No Vault May have a second turn without a deduction Not landing feet first NO VAULT

6 P a g e 6 Level 2 2 Attempts to Vault SV The highest score to count With run up double take off from spring board, jump to handstand on 40cm mats. Fall on back. Powerful run up Good angle of takeoff on board 1st Flight tight Body position Angle of strike 30º above horizontal Open shoulder angle on contact Body block on hand contact Tight Body position in 2nd flight No credit for push action 40 cm

7 P a g e 7 LEVEL 2 FAULT TAKE OFF 1- Foot off the board NO VAULT Feet not simultaneously on board Pike or arched Open legs Bent knees Lack of body tension Arc of first flight too high SUPPORT PHASE Open legs Body tension Bent arms Body position (tuck or pike) Shoulder forward of hands on contact with mat No Hand support NO VAULT Handstand reached returned to board side NO VAULT Vertical not achieved (roll over) NO VAULT Handstand not reached returned to board side NO VAULT SECOND PHASE Bent knees Lack of body tension Open legs Body position ( pike / arch ) LANDING Legs apart Lack of body tension Poor body position (tuck or pike) Landing in a sitting position

8 P a g e 8 Level 3 2 Attempts to Vault The highest score to count SV With run up double take off from spring board, jump to handstand on 60cm OR 80cm mats, with repulsion and flight fall onto back. Powerful run up Good angle of take off on board 1st Flight Tight Body position Angle of strike 30º above horizontal Dynamic push action Body block on push action Body position in 2nd flight Arc of 2nd flight should be higher than 1st flight 60cm/80cm

9 P a g e 9 LEVEL 3 FAULT TAKE OFF 1- Foot off the board NO VAULT Feet not simultaneously on board Pike or arched Open legs Bent knees Lack of body tension Arc of 1st flight higher than second flight (1st flight too high on) SUPPORT PHASE Open legs Body tension Bent arms Body position (tuck or pike) Shoulder forward of hands on contact with mat No Hand support NO VAULT Handstand reached returned to board side NO VAULT Vertical not achieved (roll over) NO VAULT Handstand not reached returned to board side NO VAULT SECOND PHASE Bent knees Lack of body tension Open legs Body position ( pike / arch ) Insufficient height Insufficient length If only handstand then fall (NO Push off) 0.50 DED LANDING Legs apart Lack of body tension Poor body position (tuck or pike) Landing in a sitting position Dynamics

10 P a g e 10 BAR Please note that general deductions in the general code also apply BAR Specific Execution Deductions E-Panel Faults Small 0.10 Medium 0.30 Large Adjusted grip and / or feet position each - Hands in under grip (Dismount Lev 1) - Adjust grip in leg over swings to scissor (Lev 1 and 2) - Brush / touch on apparatus / mat with feet - Hit on apparatus / mat with feet - Poor rhythm of entire exercise - Insufficient swing full execution throughout Exaggerated arm movements and circling of arms during transitions on bars. The technique for bar work typifies rhythm, swing and flow. - Grasping apparatus to avoid a fall (folding forward after hip circle) - Extra swing (2 swings in knee circle to get up) - Technical virtuosity (exceptional technique) throughout - Intermediate Swing (Lifting and lowering of legs in front and scissor support and transition positions. Deep fold in hips after hip circle) - Lack of control at the end of elements (fold / arch excessively) or heavy landing on bar - Shoulders higher ( excessive) than bar in Jump to front support Mount - Lack of height of casts UB(Below 30 ) 0.50 < 30 - Falls / dismounts: If the gymnast falls directly onto her back / bottom, without feet contacting the ground first, there will be no DV from HJ and E Panel will deduct for the fall and other technical deductions. NO DV

11 P a g e 11 Level 1 With or without run up double take-off jump to front support Swing right leg over bar to scissors support With ½ turn left swing left leg backward over bar to front support Controlled forward roll around bar to stand. (May bent or straighten arms and legs) Level 2 With or without run up double take-off jump to front support Swing right leg over bar to scissors support Backward knee swing to knee circle up (knee may remain bent OR down straight leg up bent leg) With ½ turn left swing left leg backward over bar to front support Cast 30 push off to stand Level 3 Kip swing forward swing back to stand (Bent or straight legs in back swing) Pull over with bent or straight knees from 1 or 2 feet to front support OR Jump to front support Cast 30 Cast Hip circle backwards to front support (Cast height not applicable) Cast 30 push away ¼ turn to stand OR Cast Straddle/Pike Sole circle Dismount

12 P a g e 12 BEAM Please note that general deductions in the general code also apply The prescribed exercise may be reversed in total, before or after single elements. To reverse a performance on the BB or F, one step more or less is permitted. My close feet in front or at the back when stated close feet BEAM Specific Artistry Deductions E-Panel Deductions Small Insufficient variation in rhythm - Lack of sureness of performance - Personal style Medium 0.30 Large 0.50 BEAM Specific Execution Deductions E-Panel Deductions Small 0.10 Medium Additional support leg against side of beam each - Grasp beam in order to avoid a fall each - Additional movements to maintain balance - Concentration pause of longer than 2 seconds each - Balance position not held as required (as prescribed) 0.10 D Panel Trunk leaning forward in Scale (Lev 1) Large 0.50 Insufficient stretch, tuck or pike in Dismounts

13 P a g e 13 Level 1 Front parallel standing PLACE HANDS ON BEAM & JUMP TO FRONT SUPPORT SWING R LEG OVER BEAM WITH A ¼ TURN TO STRADDLE SIT Lie forward on beam closing legs with support of both hands. Push up on both hands and feet to push up position Bring R knee forward to KNEE SCALE ON RIGHT LEG (show position), L leg lifted backwards. Lower L leg and sit on bent R leg arms sideways. L leg pointed downwards. Place L foot in front on beam. Rise to backward toe support on L leg arms sideways Step R lift stretched L leg forward 45 degrees. Step L lift stretched R leg forward 45 degrees. Step R to BALANCE STANDING hold 2secs stretched L leg lifted backward 45 degrees. (Trunk upright) Close feet to toe standing arms 5 th. Step L dip walk step R leg to lunge position on R leg. Dip walk on R leg step L to lunge position on L leg. (Hold lunges momentarily - arms positions optional). Close feet to toe standing arms high side ways. Walk on toes to end of beam STRETCH JUMP DISMOUNT Level 2 Stand with L side to beam +/- 1m from L end of beam, may use run up. PLACE HANDS ON BEAM AND JUMP TO CROUCH POSITION then lift chest arms 2 nd Rise to toe standing on L point R in front, arms high sideways 4 steps forward on toes L R L R arms high sideways Step forward close feet STRETCH JUMP. Step forward L, lower to kneel on R knee. Place hands on beam at the same time swing L leg backward to KNEE SCALE hold 2secs. Swing L leg down raise trunk, lift arms high sideways, step forward L, close feet arms 5 th STEP FORWARD R, ARMS 2 ND LIFT L LEG IN FRONT IN ATTITUDE, R ARM MOVES DOWNWARD TO FWD. STEP FORWARD L, ARMS 2 ND LIFT R LEG IN FRONT IN ATTITUDE, L ARM MOVE DOWNWARD TO FWD. Walk to end of beam TUCK JUMP DISMOUNT

14 P a g e 14 Level 3 Stand in middle of beam. With double take off ONE LEG SQUAT THROUGH TO SCISSOR SUPPORT ¼ TURN TO STRADDLE SIT. Swing legs backward to squat on beam, lift arms forward to upward. Arms move forward to downward SQUAT JUMP (BUNNY) squat sit arms forward. Rise to toe support standing on L leg, R foot pointed in front arms sideways. Step R GALLOP L R. Close feet STRETCH JUMP Step R close L in front, arms 5 th ½ TURN R arms 5 th support standing on L leg, R foot pointed in front arms sideways. Step R on toes kick L leg high forwards, arms 2nd, Step L point R foot in front. Arms 3 rd step R, arms 2 nd. Bring L foot To R knee, knee turned out. Arms 2 nd. Lift on toes (Releve), arms 5 th. Step close feet. Run to end of beam PUNCH, PIKE STRADDLE/STAR JUMP(legs 90 appart) DISMOUNT

15 P a g e 15 FLOOR The prescribed exercise may be reversed in total, before or after single elements. To reverse a performance on the BB or F, one step more or less is permitted. My close feet in front or at the back when stated close feet FLOOR : Specific Execution Deductions B- Panel Deductions Small Excessive preparation for a dance element each Medium 0.30 Large Vertical not achieved in handstand, bunny handstand or HJ cartwheel Below 30 - Alternate placement of hand / feet (acro elements) -No hurdle in Level 3 F FLOOR : Specific Artistry Deductions B- Panel Deductions Small 0.10 Medium No relationship of music and movement (Max for whole exercise) - Personal style - Missing synchronization of movement and music beat at end of F Large 0.50 Please note that general deductions in the general code also apply

16 P a g e 16 Level 1 Stand with feet together. Squat down, arms forward BUNNY HOP (Squat handstand). Lower to squat, arms forward FORWARD ROLL to stand. Chasse kick CARTWHEEL R, land sideways arms high sideways, close L to R with ¼ turn R Squat sit arms forward. TUCKED BACKWARD ROLL TO KNEEL SIT, arms forward. Rise up on knees arms high sideways. Place R foot in front with bent R leg, turn body R place hands on R hip. Level 2 Stand feet together. Arms bras bas (down). Lift arms fwd (1st), upwards (5th), open sideways (2nd). Lift R foot to L knee, knee fwd. Lift arms upward at the same time lift on toes of L foot. Close R foot to L foot (punch) stretch jump arms upward and open sideways. Step fwd R, arms 2 nd lift L leg in front in attitude, R arm moves downward, fwd to upward. Step forward L, arms 2 nd lift R leg in front in attitude, L arm move downward, fwd to upward. Step R close L next to R arms 5 th Crouch down arms fwd, BUNNY HOP (Squat Handstand) lower immediate TUCK BACKWARD ROLL TO SQUAT arms forward. FWD ROLL TO STRADDLE SIT. Bend and push R arm sideways, head turned R. Bend and push L arm sideways, head L. Close legs knees to tuck sit position. Tuck roll backward to candle stick, arms stretched on floor. Roll forward to standing, arms forward upward to sideways. Step forward L kick straight R leg forward CARTWHEEL R, with ¼ turn inward to lunge on L leg arms upward. Bend and push R arm fwd. Bend and push L arm fwd to cross R arm. ¼ turn to toe standing with feet 2 nd position arms bent and push to 2 nd. Step sideways R, step L crossed behind R foot. Step sideways R, point L foot behind R, knees bend (curtsey) R arm high sideways, L arm bend and push to low sideways head L

17 P a g e 17 Level 3 Sit with knees bent, and toes pointed on the floor. Hands on floor behind hips, back straight and head up Turn knees to R side to touch the floor, head forward Turn knees to L side to touch the floor, head forward. Bring knees together in upright position Stretch legs forward upward (V sit), lower legs to floor, arms upward head up. Roll backward to CANDLE STICK HOLD, arms stretch along the side on the mat. Roll forward to standing, arms move forward, upward to standing. Step L skip R, CARTWEEL SNAP DOWN TO STRETCH JUMP Bend and stretch knees to releve, at the same time circle R arm clockwise in front of body, head R Bent and stretch knees to releve, at the same time circle L arm anti clockwise in front of body, head L Bent and stretch knees to releve. Step forward L kick R leg in front step forward R kick L leg in front arms sideways. Step L point R foot in front, arms 3 rd, ½ turn R, L foot next to R knee, arms 5th, close feet. PIKE BACKWARD ROLL TO STRADDLE STAND, trunk bent forward to table top stretch arms sideways. Raise trunk close L foot to R foot, arms upward. Step L kick R leg in front HANDSTAND lower to lunge on R leg arms high sideways. Close L to R, toe standing. Chasse R step, L, LEAP 90 R arms optional. Step forward R close L in front of R, ½ turn R. Point R foot in front, arms upward, bend L leg and move arms forward downward backward, trunk leans forward, head turned to L side.

18 P a g e 18 SAGF 2013 ARTISTIC WOMEN S MODIFIED LEVEL 1 3 CODE OF POINTS PREFACE The SAGF WAG Code of Points is based on the ethics and sportive directives of the FIG 2013 Code of Points - Women s Artistic Gymnastics authority for the governance of World Class events, Continental events, International & National Competitions. As per the directive of the FIG WTC, the SAGF WTC have devised a modified set of rules to guide, develop and govern the standards within our country which guides & directs the development of the sport. The SAFG WAG Modified Code conveys technical directives to the Coaches, Gymnasts and Judges concerning the performance of exercises in Level 1-3. It imparts general directives for the behavior of gymnasts, coaches and judges during competitions. It standardizes judging rules in order to ensure as far a possible, the most objective evaluation of the exercises, thereby ensuring the identification of the best gymnast in any competition. The following abbreviations will appear throughout the code: FIG Federation of International Gymnastics SAGF South African Gymnastics Federation WAG PM Women s Artistic Gymnastics Program Management HJ Head Judge VT Vault UB Uneven Bars BB Balance Beam F Floor Exercises FS Final Score DV Difficulty Value(s) SV Starting Value THANKS & APPRECIATION: Thanks and appreciation are expressed to the members of the Levels Portfolio leader for the many hours of preparation, proof reading and finalizing of the SAGF WAG Code of Points and the Levels Program: In preparing the SAGF Modified Level 1 3 Code of Points, our intention is to achieve the following: Simplify formative competition years making Level 1 3 progressive, yet possible to teach in facilities which may be limited regarding access to equipment. Safe teaching practices which logically progression, yet provide challenging requirements for the gymnasts. We have endeavoured to make the Level 1 Judges education less intense, by simplifying rules and judging principles and competition responsibilities to be more practical and understandable. In consultation with coaches of all levels, it was evident there was a need to significantly change the structure of the Levels 1-3 Program and the scoring system. It is possible difficulties may be encountered in the initial stages of the implementation of these changes, but trust that those in authority will use good judgment to manage the circumstances if they should arise will be an evaluation period and the WAG PM will review what changes if any need to be considered. WAG PM trusts that the SAGF WAG Code will be used in the spirit intended for the enhancing and promotion of the good image of our attractive sport and most important, for the benefit, safety and in the best interests of our gymnasts. Respectfully yours Paddy Chadwick WTC Chair

19 P a g e 19 WAG LEVELS PROGRAM LEVELS 1-3 Rules and Regulations 2013 Levels Age Groups Levels of Competition 1 5 & Under 6 Years 7 Years 8 Years 10& Under 12& Under 13&Over 2 6 & under 7 Years 8 Years 9 Years 11 & Under 13 & Under 14& Over 3 7 & Under 8 Years 10 & Under 12 & Under 13 & Over 1) Club 2) Inter-Club 3) Regional 4) Provincial 5) Zone Challenges Please note that the above age groups are a guideline only and could be changed to suite your regional competitions and at the Zone challenge. Rules regarding Progression through the Levels Program 2013 General: In the year 2013 Gymnasts may remain in the equivalent Level in which they competed in Level 1 3 exercises have remained relatively unchanged. Gymnasts competing in the Levels Program from Level 1 upwards at Club, Regional, Provincial, Zone and National Level are required to be registered as Cat A or Cat C Gymnasts with the SAGF. Once a gymnast has competed in a Regional qualifier, a gymnast may not regress to a lower level. A gymnast may not compete in Levels 1 3 Zone Challenge and compete in the Levels 4 + Competition program (Regionals, Provincials, Nationals) in the same year. Gymnasts who were required to move to a higher level due to placing in the top are not required to move to a higher level for this the 1 st year in this new cycle. From 2013 results onwards, it is compulsory all gymnasts in each Zone Challenge achieving a total score of and higher to progress to the next Level. Changing age-groups does not exempt the gymnast from being required to move to the next Level. Gymnasts are required to qualify for Zone Challenge events at Regional or Inter - Provincial qualifiers with a minimum total score of It is required that the gymnast competes in a Regional/ Provincial qualifier, even though her clubs comp scores may be considered. The Region will make the decision as to the uniform requirements of the selected gymnasts. Medal awards according to placings: o o When 30 or more gymnasts in a section the first 10 gymnast will receive Gold the 2 nd 10 gymnasts Silver The rest of the gymnasts will receive participation medals

20 P a g e Rights of the Gymnast ARTICLE 1: REGULATIONS FOR GYMNASTS Each gymnast must be informed about the CODE OF POINTS and act according to the rules as specified below. The gymnast has the right to proper competition conditions according to the SAGF rules. Have her score displayed to the public immediately following her performance Apparatus - She must use an additional soft mat (up to 10cm) on top of existing basic landing mats (20cm). This supplementary mat may not be moved during the exercise. - The gymnast is permitted to place the take-off board on the supplementary landing mat (UB, BB). - She may have one spotter on the podium during UB. - With permission of Director of Judging, she may repeat her exercise if interrupted for reasons beyond her control. Warm-up Each gymnast is entitled to a warm-up period immediately prior to the competition on all apparatus: VT a minimum of two (2) vaults UB - each 30 seconds BB - 40 seconds on Warm Up Beam and 30 seconds bump in on Competition Beam F 5 min Group of 10 or less A gong signals the end of the warm-up period. If a gymnast may complete the element or sequence started. Following the warm-up period or during competition pause, the apparatus may be prepared, but not used. 1.2 Responsibilities of the Gymnasts Competition Attire - She must wear a correct sportive non-transparent leotard, which may be of elegant design, in keeping with the FIG guidelines for aesthetics within Women s Artistic Gymnastics. The neckline of the front and back of the leotard must be proper, that is no further than half of the sternum and no further than the lower line of the shoulder blades Cut-outs & see through inserts may not exceed the above limitations Leotards may be with or without sleeves. Underwear may not be visible above or below the lines of the leotard or through clear inserts. Gymnasts may not adjust their clothing / equipment during their performance (0.10 ded) The leg cut of the leotard may not extend beyond the hip bone (maximum). - Gymnasts will be permitted to use facial and hair glitter provided that the use thereof is not excessive, and does not detract from aesthetic sportive values - No jewelry (bracelets, necklaces,) may be worn. - Only small stud type pierced earrings are allowed no other body piercing jewelry permitted.

21 P a g e 21 Hip or other padding is not allowed. Bandages are permitted; they are to be securely fastened. Joint braces are permitted. Handgrips are permitted at the uneven bars. The wearing of gym shoes and / or socks is optional. Cycle pants (mid- thigh) are permitted in Levels 1 3 for gymnasts 11 years and older. It is a concession in the SA Code to permit the use of cycle pants. Hipster / shorts are not permitted. Cycle pants are required to match the color of lower ½ of the leotard. ** Any breech of the dress requirements or competition attire will result in a penalty for incorrect attire (0.30 ded). ** LEOTARD & TRACKSUITS REQUIREMENTS FOR THE LEVELS PROGRAM Level 1 3 Club and Regional Events: Club leotard Club and Regional Events. Leotards with or without sleeves. Level 1 3 Zone Challenge Events: As the WTC is aware of the high cost of travel and uniforms for gymnasts in these levels, the Regions / Provinces may determine their own Team s uniform requirements with regard to Levels 1 3. Provincial Teams may compete in any combination of the following: i) Regional/ Provincial leotards and Club Tracksuits ii) Club leotards and Regional / Provincial Tracksuits iii) Club leotards and Tracksuits iv) Provincial / Regional leotards and Tracksuits 1.3 Competition Rules for Gymnasts At the start of the exercise, she must present herself to the Apparatus Chair and then acknowledge the Chair at the conclusion of her exercise She must observe that, at the start of the exercise, the green flag is raised She must notify the Director of Judging, if a necessity arises to leave the competition hall. Unexcused delay leads to disqualification and to withdrawal of medals She must refrain from speaking with active judges during the competition She must participate in the award ceremony in competition attire (leotards) 1.4 Gymnasts Oath In the name of all gymnasts I promise that we shall take part in this competition respecting and abiding by the rules which govern them, committing ourselves to a sport without doping and drugs, in the true spirit of sportsmanship, for the glory of sport and the honor of the gymnasts.

22 P a g e 22 ARTICLE 2: REGULATIONS FOR COACHES 2.1 Rights and Responsibilities of Coaches Each coach must know the CODE OF POINTS for the respective Levels and conduct themselves according to the rules as specified below. They must conduct themselves in a fair and sportsmanlike manner at all times during the competition at the apparatus during the march to and from the apparatus during the mandatory award ceremony towards other gymnasts, teams & coaches On the podium during the warm-up period to assist the gymnast or team for which she/he is responsible: At VT to prepare the springboard (2 coaches) At VT, UB and BB to position the supplementary landing mat (2 coaches) At UB to adjust and prepare the uneven bar rails (2 coaches) Be present on the podium after the green flag is shown At UB to remove the springboard then spot during the entire exercise. There may be a second person (coach or gymnast) to remove the board, after which s\he must immediately leave the podium. At BB to remove the springboard (after which she/he must immediately leave the podium) At all apparatus in case of injuries or defects on the apparatus - o Deduction if coach spots (from SV) UB: loss of DV(0.5) BB & F: 0.50 spotting deduction podium deduction + loss of DV(0.5) VT: 0.50 podium deduction (Touching the gymnast No Vault) o If coach brushes the gymnast at UB the deduction is 0.30 D Panel from FS o Coach on podium, whether spots or not spot 0.50 by D Panel from FS (except UB). No exceptions. Requesting permission from Head Judge or Director of Judging does not exempt deduction. Assist and advise gymnast during the intermediate fall time period from below the podium at UB& BB May inquire to the D Panel concerning the evaluation of the content of the exercise (DV) THE PODIUM: FOR THE PURPOSE OF SAGF COMPETITIONS THE PODIUM SHALL BE DEFINED AS THE SQUARE OR RECTANGULAR AREA AROUND THE PERIMETER OF THE APPARATUS AND SEATED JUDGE S PANEL. The coach is not permitted to: Speak directly to the gymnast, give signals, shouts (cheers) or similar during the exercise. Obstruct the view of the judges: When remaining on the podium to spot at UB or When removing the springboard. Change the height of apparatus without permission of the Director of Judging. Remove springs from the springboard. Inquire to E Panel concerning the evaluation during the competition

23 P a g e 23 Have contact with judges or persons outside the Competition area during the Competition. (exception: first aid, team manager not parents) Cell phones may not be used on the competition floor. Interfere with the rights of other participants. Delay the competition. DRESS REQUIREMENTS FOR COACHES Coaches appearing on the competition floor at Club, Regional, Provincial or Zone Challenge events are required to wear the relevant Club / Regional / Provincial tracksuit / ¾ sports pants and appropriate Team shirt with sports shoes. Coaches may not appear on the competition floor at the above events, in a Federation or National Team Tracksuit. 2.2 Inquiries Inquiries for D score are permitted they must be made verbally by the coach to the HEAD JUDGE immediately after score is shown or before the end of the next gymnasts exercise. The inquiry must be confirmed in writing on the applicable form within a few minutes and at this point the prescribed inquiry payment is due. The HEAD JUDGE immediately informs the Director of Judging. If the inquiry is successful, the case is concluded. If there is no agreement between the 3 persons, the final decision belongs to the Director of Judging. This may not be appealed. The decision must be taken at the very latest, at the end of the rotation. Late inquiries will be rejected. Inquiries for execution (E Score) are not allowed. Inquiries and complaints about other gymnasts scores are not allowed.(yellow Card)

24 P a g e 24 ARTICLE 3: REGULATIONS AND FUNCTIONS OF APPARATUS PANELS 3.1 Judges Qualification Requirements and Eligibility 1) All judges will be required to re-qualify when the code changes and new exercises are introduced. This is applicable to all judges, whether to maintain their current qualification, or those wishing to take the next level. 2) To re-qualify, a complete course must be attended to maintain current qualification and the exams must be written and passed if you want to move to the next level, as stipulated by the SAGF WAG PM. This course must be noted on her Judges License. 3) Any judge not re-qualifying in the 1 st year of the cycle may take the next level up (if eligible) or re-qualify in any year of the cycle, but cannot actively judge until attending a judges course. 4) If a judge skips a cycle, she may (if eligible) take the next level up in the next Cycle. This concession is applicable for 1 Cycle only. Following this, the judge will have to revert to Level 1, but may do the courses consecutively in 1 year to catch up to their former level and progress by 1 Level if eligible. In this case, she / he may only actively judge at the appropriate level once the qualification has been re-instated. 5) Only SAGF registered judges will be allowed to judge at competitions. 6) The WAG PM and its authorized Judges Course Facilitators are responsible for conducting courses and will maintain an up to date panel of all qualified judges who are eligible to judge at the various Levels of competitions. 7) Judges have obligations to judge a certain minimum of competitions before being eligible to take the next level. They are also required to serve a minimum number of years in each level as tabled below. JUDGES COURSE AGE IN YEAR OF COURSE LEVELS TO JUDGE & Other Functions LEVEL E Panel Time Keeper & Line Judge Level 1 Olympic COMPETITIONS RE-QUALIFY YEAR S IN LEVE L FUN GYM TESTING CLUB REGIONAL At the beginning of each new cycle 1 4 COMPS IN LEVEL TO MOVE UP Regulations for the Judges Judges must possess knowledge of: Code of points for Women s Artistic Gymnastics Technical Regulations (Rules Regarding Competitions and Judges of SAGF) Prescribed Exercises Must have the following with them when judging: o Exercises o Relevant SAGF Code o Flash card o Judges License

25 P a g e Official Dress Navy Blue / Black suit: Skirt or Longs (Skirt, length not above the knee). For RSA events only. White blouse. Sensible shoes. No tracksuit tops or windbreakers permitted. Jeans and bare midriff tops not permitted. Zone Challenge Levels 1 3 and Nationals. Jackets required. Judges Oath In the name of all judges and officials, I promise that we shall officiate at all competitions with complete impartiality, respecting and abiding by the rules that govern them, in the true spirit of sportsmanship. 3.3 Functions of the Director of Judging - She is in complete control of the women s competition and all the decisions that ensure that the women s section runs smoothly as outlined by the Code of Points. - She is responsible for the control and allocation of judges. - She must organize a clinic if necessary. - She will ensure, in co-operation with the competition manager, that the apparatus specifications are according to the regulations,. - She has the right to consult with the HEAD JUDGE, when in her opinion: the average deductions do not remain constant at the respective apparatus and adjustment to the E-score is indicated the same standard is not maintained throughout the competition there is an incorrect D-score corrects and signs the officials score sheets, in the case of a change of score deals with the warning, removal and replacement of anyone involved in a judging capacity, if Insufficient knowledge Subjective evaluation Unprofessional behavior is evident, reported and documented - She deals with any inquiry into the D -score. 3.4 Functions of the HEAD JUDGE She must prepare the judges before the competition for the correct work on the apparatus. She must write down her score first, before handling the incoming scores. She checks the score of the E Panel judges, the average score and calculates the Final Score. She may request the approval of the Director of Judging to deal with E Panel discrepancies. She must call together the judges together in case of a score difference or incorrect evaluation or the placing of the gymnasts is incorrect. In the conference the value difference must be clarified. The judges may change their scores, but are not obliged to do so. This may not occur after a score has been flashed, except if the calculation was wrong. The correct score must be announced. She determines whether:

26 P a g e 26 The gymnast or coach caused an interruption of the exercise OR was due to a technical failure and an exercise may be repeated. To be confirmed by the Director of Judging. Whether the gymnast failed to present before and after the exercise. Whether the gymnast performed an invalid 0 vault. Spotting assistance occurred during the vault, exercise and / or dismount. She records the entire routine in symbols notation and determines the D-score maximum content or DV of the exercise. In cases of doubt, she may call in the Director of Judging to sort out the issue. Ensures that D Panel flashes the D Score to her Judges panel. She observes the routines attentively and evaluates the execution and artistry faults, composition faults (E-score) and corresponding neutral deductions for time, line and behavior faults, to be taken from the Final Score (FS). She submits her E Score, which is considered in the calculation of the Panel Average. Together with the Secretary, she is responsible for checking that the gymnasts and teams compete in the correct working order. She informs the Director of Judging of irregular judging activities, unsportsmanlike conduct of the coach and /or violations contrary to rules of behavior during the competition. 3.5 Functions of the E Panel Judges must maintain their accreditation and / or re-qualify when necessary as specified by SAGF WAG PM. Spend time in the gym to acquire the skills and knowledge necessary to give a fair score. Be registered member of SAGF and on its list of acknowledged judges. Judges are required to wear the official uniform at all competitions. Be positive and encourage gymnasts and coaches show a friendly face. Judges should arrive at least one hour prior to the competition and be punctual for all meetings. Judges are required to take the Judges Oath. They must observe the exercises attentively and evaluate the faults and corresponding deductions correctly, independently and without bias. When in doubt, give the benefit to the gymnast. As a judge you must have a written account of the exercise and your deductions. It is unacceptable to judge in your head. The exercise must be written down in symbol notation together with the deductions. Judges may not have contact with coaches or gymnasts during the competition. She / he must show her score with a flash card immediately to the D Panel and then to the public. Judges must maintain a record of the gymnasts number, given score and final score. As the judge you will be expected to be able to: Recognize the elements performed noting any deviation from the ideal. Apply deductions, including execution and artistry. Judges must not leave their places during the competition. Only the Head Judge has the right to have contact with the Director of Judging. All Judges record and apply deductions in tenths of points (e.g. 0.40p) from the Table of faults for: General faults Specific Apparatus Execution faults Artistry (BB and F) They are obliged to accept the D Score as determined by the Head Judge.

27 P a g e Determination of Scores The 4 scores of the judges are used for the evaluation. The highest and lowest scores are eliminated, the two middle scores are divided by two = E Panel Score. Scores will be calculated up to 2 places after the decimal point (9.65). The Final Score will be shown after the D Panel has done the necessary calculations and deductions. THE JUDGMENT OF COMPULSORY EERCISES IS PERFORMED BY: HEAD JUDGE (Control) HEAD JUDGE (Counting) 4 Judges (E-Panel) 3 Judges (E-Panel) HEAD JUDGE (Control) HEAD JUDGE 2 Judges (E-Panel) 1 Judge (E-Panel) They show their score with a flash card immediately when given the signal by the HEAD JUDGE. Example: 5 Judges Example: 4 Judges HEAD JUDGE: 2.00 (control only) HEAD JUDGE: 2.30 (used as E judge) Judge E1: 1.90 Judge E1: 2.00 E2: 1.70 E2: 2.20 E3: 1.80 E3: 2.50 E4: 1.90 Average deductions: 1.85 Average deductions: 2.25 Average score = 8.15 Average score: = 7.75 If there is too great a difference between the counting deductions of the E Panel, a conference of all judges follows. > > > > > > In this conference, either the value differences are clarified, or the HEAD JUDGE, in consultation with the Director of Judging, may calculate the E score. She must inform the judges of any changes before releasing the score.

28 P a g e 28 ARTICLE 4 : GENERAL REMARKS CONCERNING THE PRESCRIBED EERCISES Deductions are taken according to the General Table of faults and Specific Apparatus deductions. The prescribed exercise may be reversed in total, before individual connections or series, or single elements. To reverse a performance on the BB or F, one step more or less is permitted. Start Value of all Routines All elements Value 0.50 All Hold elements Hold Value 0.10 Omission of dance/acro movements that are non-elements 0.30 Omission of small part : Steps and kicks 0.10 EVALUATION OF MISSING OR INADEQUATELY PERFORMED ELEMENTS Error 1) Element performed but without desired technical or prescribed requirement Degrees missing for turns or vertical Performed without prescribed technique Performed without straight arms / legs Legs straddled instead of together, together instead of separated Tucked instead of piked or VV Alternate hand / foot placement 2) Element attempted but not recognized as the prescribed element Element aborted with or without a fall before it can be recognized as the prescribed element Bunny jump on beam attempted but does not return to beam Handstand legs close lower than 30 E Panel Deduction + execution deductions for form errors 0.10 / / / / / / 0.30 execution deductions + fall 0.50 Fall D Panel Deduction from SV NO VP ) Element omitted - not attempted. NO VP ) If a balance position not held when prescribed. + execution deductions

29 P a g e 29 EAMPLES OF IMPLEMNTATION OF D PANEL AND E PANEL DEDUCTIONS FOR ELEMENTS, SERIES AND COMBINATIONS EAMPLE 1. FLOOR: Handstand (Level 3) A) The movement is attempted but the minimum degree (30) is not achieved. If legs are split, the determining angle is the lower leg. D Panel: More than 30 FROM VERTICAL = NO VP E Panel: deductions for all other technical deductions (arms / legs etc ). B) The movement is performed weakly but within 30 of vertical E Panel: up to 0.30 for degree off vertical E Panel: other technical deductions legs / arms, etc. [Performed minimally but recognized] C ) The movement is omitted completely no attempt at all D Panel (Head Judge): NO VP E Panel: No deduction as nothing was done, except if there is a fall in which case the deduction is 0.50 [Omitted completely] D) Gymnast perform Leap on floor but required 90 not achieved D Panel: Less than 90 SPLIT = NO VP 0.5 E Panel: deductions for all other technical deductions (arms / legs etc). EAMPLE 2. BARS: Cast back hip Circle A) Gymnast casts, begins circle and before feet reach inverted vertical, she comes away from the bar (less than ½ the element is completed) and falls from the bar. D Panel (Head Judge): NO VP E Panel: 0.50 fall + execution errors. [Element attempted but not recognized as the prescribed element] B) Gymnast performs a poor back hip circle, clear from the bar and lands back on hips to complete the circle. E Panel: execution & body position errors.

30 P a g e 30 ARTICLE 5 TABLE OF GENERAL FAULTS AND PENALTIES BY E PANEL (E1-E4) Notes Small Medium Large Note Execution: Bent arms in support or bent knees each time Leg or knee separations each time < Shoulder width Deviation from vertical for handstand/bunny Hop elements. D panel deduct value of element if vertical not achieved >Shoulder width NO DV 0.50 HJ from SV Insufficient height of elements each time Insufficient exactness of tuck, pike or stretch position each time Insufficient split 90 required for all split positions D panel deduct value of element where split is less than 90 each time Incorrect position of legs in dance elements each time (includes pike straddle position, symmetrical split in split leaps, leg position in cat leap + tuck jumps) Body posture in dance elements each time Insufficient extension in preparation for landing each time Precision (clear start and finish position with each phase demonstrating perfect control) each time Relaxed or incorrect foot/leg/body/trunk posture Throughout the entire exercise: Insufficient flexibility Insufficient dynamics (UB. BB and F) Insufficient amplitude of elements Landing Faults (all elements including dismounts) Deviation from a straight direction each time Legs apart on landing each time Movements to maintain balance NO DV 0.50 HJ from SV - extra arm swings each time - additional trunk movements to maintain balance each time -Grasping apparatus to avoid a fall each time Landing deductions: - extra steps, slight hop each time - large step or jump (shoulder width) each time - deep squat ( heels on bottom) each time - body posture fault (hip angle closed & chest forward ) each time - brushing apparatus with hands/arms, but not falling against the apparatus each time - support on mat with 1 or 2 hands each time - fall on mat to knees or hips each time - fall on or against apparatus each time - Failure to land feet first each time 0.50 & No VP BY D PANEL (HEAD JUDGE) Notes Small Medium Large Element omitted 0.50 Hold element less than 2 secs BB 0.1 Failure to present to Head Judge before / after ex from FS BEHAVIOR OF COACH Spotting assistance (help) BAR BEAM FLOOR UB,BB, F Value of Element Spotting podium* from SV

31 8 P a g e 31 Spotting assistance (help) VAULT Vault Each time Unauthorized remaining on podium * (also taken when gymnast is spotted on Beam & F ) Signals, verbal cues, cheers to own gymnast 0.50 podium* from SV Coach touch gymnast 0.00 Score * APPARATUS IRREGULARITIES Failure to use supplementary landing mat Gym/event Raising apparatus without permission Gym/event Placement of springboard on un-permitted surface Gym/event Illegal placement of supplementary mats Gym/event Removal of springs from springboard Gym/event Use of un-permitted supplementary mats Gym/event HEAD JUDGE Flagrant exceeding of warm up time (after warning) Team Starting exercise when red light is lit Gym/event Failure to start within 30 sec of green light BY DIRCTOR OF JUDGING (in consultation with HJ) BEHAVIOUR OF GYMNAST Leaving competition area without permission from D o J Unexcused delay or interruption of the competition Disq Disq Unsportsmanlike conduct Gym/event Speaking to active judges during the competition Gym/event BEHAVIOR OF COACH with direct impact on the result / performance of the gymnast / team) (Refer FIG Code) Unsportsmanlike conduct Unexcused delay or interruption of competition Speaking to active judges during competition (except HJ only inquiry permitted) Other flagrant, undisciplined abusive behavior of coach *Podium Immediate area surrounding the area SAGF LEVELS COMPULSORY ELEMENTS Deductions for inadequately performed elements E Panel UB, BB, F Each Time 1.00 from gymnast Element performed within the minimum technical requirements = up to 0.50 E Panel TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS Small 0.10 Medium 0.30 Legs straddled instead of together each time Insufficient flight / height - acro elements / dismounts each time Alternate hand or foot placement each time Tuck instead of pike / Pike instead of straight or V V each time Cast height 30 UB Leap 90 F BB < 0.50NO VP

32 P a g e 32 ARTICLE 6 TECHNICAL ELEMENT RECOGNITION Definition of Dance Elements: Leaps Hops Jumps take off from 1 foot to land on other or 2 feet take off from 1 foot and land on the same foot or 2 feet take off from 2 feet and land on 1 or 2 feet Tuck Jump with/without turn: Requirement: hip & knee angle at 45 E - Panel Knees at horizontal 0.10 Knees below horizontal 0.30 Cat Leap with/without turn: Requirement: Evaluate the lowest knee position E - Panel Lack of alternation of legs 0.30 One or both legs at horizontal 0.10 One or both legs below horizontal 0.30 Straddle Pike Jump with/without turn: Requirement: Both legs above horizontal E - Panel Legs at horizontal 0.10 Legs below horizontal 0.30 Execution Deductions for body posture faults must be taken in addition to penalties assessed for amplitude.

33 P a g e 33 ARTICLE 7 VAULT The gymnast is required to perform two vaults for Levels 1 to 3. In Level 1the two vaults will be added to for the Final Score. In Level 2 and 3 the highest score will count. 2 panels must be available. Panel 1 to judge Vault 1, and Panel 2 to judge Vault 2. WARM UP Gymnasts are permitted 2 vaults each for Vault 1&2 and 2 Vaults Level 2&3. Level 1 3 : Specific deductions as per Exercise Manual The recommended run distance is 15 meters, however, the run distance may be individually set. The vault begins with a run, arrival and take-off from the board on two feet with legs together. All vaults must be performed with repulsion by both hands from the mats. (Except Level 1 arrival on and repulsion from both feet off the springboard) If a gymnast score 0.00 on the first Run Up she may have another turn. At national competitions & Zone Challenge events, the organizers are required to provide 2 springboards. One for under40 kg and another for + 40 kg. Performance of invalid vaults (D PANEL) applicable to Vault 1 & 2 Run approach with touch on springboard or mats, without execution of vault Invalid No touch with hands on mats Invalid Any spotting assistance Invalid Touch mat with 1 hand Invalid Touch with 1 foot on Springboard Invalid Failure to land on feet first where required Invalid The underside of the feet must make contact with the ground. Onto hands and feet at the same time = benefit of the doubt Onto knees only = No recognition of Vault (Level 1) For Vaults Levels 1 3: See the relevant deductions for each Vault in the Exercise Manual in addition to the application of the deductions from the General Table of Faults. Notes: Spring board must be placed at vaulting as per designed function. Oblique or sideways board = 2.00 deduction from Final Score 2 /3 Big steps then a fall = Penalize with the biggest deduction do not duplicate. Double boards for any Level are not permitted. Vaults attempted with double boards will not be evaluated.

34 P a g e 34 ARTICLE 8 UNEVEN BARS Single bar or low bar of double bar. Max height 165cm. Gymnasts may have supports or props for bar mounts so that shoulders are level with the bar. - The evaluation of the exercise begins with the take off from the board or the mat. Additional supports under the board (e.g. an extra board) are permitted. - 10cm Safety mat must be used for landing. CLARIFICATION OF FALL / ETRA SWING Falls / dismounts: If the gymnast falls directly onto her back / bottom, without feet contacting the ground first, there will be no DV from HJ and E Panel will deduct for the fall and other technical deductions. An intermediate swing is defined as a pump swing or cast from a front support swing not needed in order to perform the next element. An Extra Swing is an extra movement needed in order to perform the element : Example - 2 swings to perform the knee circle BAR Specific Execution Deductions E-Panel Faults Small 0.10 Medium Adjusted grip and / or feet position each - Adjusting forward grip to a under grip (Dismount Level1) - Brush / touch on apparatus / mat with feet - Hit on apparatus / mat with feet - Poor rhythm of entire exercise - Insufficient swing full execution throughout Exaggerated arm movements and circling of arms during transitions on bars. The technique for bar work typifies rhythm, swing and flow. - Grasping apparatus to avoid a fall (folding forward after hip circle) - Intermediate Swing - Extra swing (2 swings in knee circle to get up) - Technical virtuosity (exceptional technique) throughout - Lifting and lowering of legs in front and scissor support and transition positions ( Deep fold in hips after hip circle) - Lack of control at the end of elements (fold / arch excessively) or heavy landing on bar. - Shoulders higher (excessively) than bar in Lev 1 and Lev 2 Mount Large Lack of height of casts UB (Cast below 30 when required) < 30 HJ from SV - Falls / dismounts: If the gymnast falls directly onto her back / bottom, without feet contacting the ground first, there will be no DV from HJ and E Panel will deduct for the fall and other technical deductions.