Men s Artistic Gymnastics Coaches and Judges Manual

2014-2016 Canadian Elite Pathways Program Men s Artistic Gymnastics Coaches and Judges Manual December 2015

Men s Artistic Gymnastics Elite Pathway - Coaches and Judges Manual TABLE OF CONTENTS Table of Contents... 2 Acknowledgements... 4 ELite pathway: General information... 4 Article 1: Program Description... 4 Article 2: Competitive Age for Elite Pathway... 5 2.1 age determination... 5 2.2 LTAD compliance restrictions... 6 Article 3: Modifications and Committee Responsibilities... 6 Article 4: Competition Regulations and Equipment Specifications... 6 4.1 Competitions and Warm ups... 6 4.2 Competition Duties of Gymnast... 7 4.3 Spotting and Assistance:... 7 4.4 Equipment... 7 4.5 Measurement of Equipment and Specifications... 7 4.6 AGE GROUP EQUIPMENT SPECIFICATIONS... 8 Article 5: Judging Responsibilities... 8 5.1 Evaluation of the Routines... 8 5.2 Judging Panels... 9 5.3 Scoring Regulations... 9 Article 6: Evaluation of the Exercises and Routine Construction... 9 6.1 D-score... 9 6.2 E-score... 9 6.3 SHORT ROUTINES... 9 6.4 Repetition... 10 6.5 Landings... 10 6.6 Optional Routine Requirements and Regulations... 10 6.7 Developmental Parts... 11 6.8 Compulsory Routines... 14 Elite 3: Floor... 15 Elite 3 Pommel Horse (horse any height without pommels)... 16 Elite 3: Rings... 18 Elite 3: Vault... 19 Elite 3: Parallel Bars... 20 Elite 3: Horizontal Bar... 21 2

Men s Artistic Gymnastics Elite Pathway - Coaches and Judges Manual Elite 4: Floor... 23 Elite 4: Pommel Horse... 24 Elite 4: Rings... 25 Elite 4: Vault... 26 Elite 4: Parallel Bars... 27 Elite 4: Horizontal Bar... 28 Novice: Floor... 30 Novice: Pommel Horse... 31 Novice: Rings... 32 Novice: Vault... 33 Novice: Parallel Bars... 34 Novice: Horizontal Bar... 35 6.9 Physical Testing Routines... 36 Appendix A... 46 Appendix B... 47 Appendix C... 49 3

Men s Artistic Gymnastics Elite Pathway - Coaches and Judges Manual ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS 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 and John Carroll for their incredible 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. ELITE PATHWAY: GENERAL INFORMATION This document describes the Compulsory and Optional programs for the Elite Age Group Categories This program is unique in its design with the goal of developing a higher level of National Performance for Canada. Further resources may be available from the GCG office as the program becomes developed. ARTICLE 1: PROGRAM DESCRIPTION i. The Elite Pathway program consists of 5 Categories of competition; Elite 3, Elite 4, Novice, 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. Novice, Junior and Senior categories, within the Elite Pathway, must participate at Elite Canada and the Canadian Championships. iv. Elite 3 and Elite 4 categories must participate at the Western and Eastern Canadian Championships and do not compete at Canadian Championships or Elite Canada. v. For all categories except Senior, scores from the Physical Tests will be added to the scores from the Optional and Compulsory competition to determine an athlete s AA score. ELITE Rules and Regulations PROVINCIAL Rules and Regulations Senior FIG rules Junior JR FIG rules (GCG supplement) Physical Testing National Open Jr. FIG rules (GCG supplement) Novice Optional Routine Modified JR FIG 8 skills (4required element groups) Compulsory routines Physical Testing Provincial level 5 Optional Routine Modified JR FIG 8 skills (4 required element groups) Physical Testing Elite level 4 Optional Routine Modified JR FIG 7 skills (3 required element groups) Compulsory routines Physical Testing Provincial level 4 Optional Routine Modified JR FIG 7 skills (3 required element groups) Physical Testing Elite Level 3 Compulsory routine Physical Testing Provincial level 3 Provincial level 2 Provincial level 1 Optional Routine 6 skills Supplementary rules Compulsory routines Compulsory routines 4

Men s Artistic Gymnastics Elite Pathway - Coaches and Judges Manual ELITE PATHWAY METHODOLOGY Elite Canada Elite 3 Elite 4 Novice Junior Senior Podium Training Physical test Day 1 Optional Day 2 - Compulsory Podium Training Physical test Day 1 Optional Day 2 Apparatus Final Day 1 Optional AA Day 2 Apparatus Final Eastern and Western Championships Training day - Physical Test Day 1 compulsory Training day - Physical Test Day 1 Optional Day 2 Compulsory Canadian Championships Podium Training Physical test Day 1 Optional Day 2 - Compulsory Podium Training Physical test Day 1 Optional Day 2 Apparatus Finals Day 1 Optional AA Day 2 Apparatus Final ARTICLE 2: COMPETITIVE AGE FOR ELITE PATHWAY 2.1 AGE DETERMINATION With the exception of the Senior and Junior categories, September 1 st will be used as the age determining date. Please refer to appendix A. Category Ages Age determining date Comments Senior 18 + January 1 st. Must turn 18 in the year of the competition Junior 14 turning 15 15 turning 16 16 turning 17 Novice 13 turning 14 14 turning 15 Elite 4 11 turning 12 12 turning 13 Elite 3 9 turning 10 10 turning 11 Must be a minimum of 14 yrs. old on January 1 st of the competition season Must be a minimum of 13 yrs. old on Sept 1 st of the competition season Must be a minimum of 11 yrs. old on Sept. 1 st of the competition season Must be a minimum of 9 yrs. old on Sept. 1 st of the competition season May not turn 18 in the year of the competition May compete a third year if necessary. May compete a third year if necessary. May not move to Novice prematurely. May compete a third year if necessary May not move to Elite 4 prematurely. 5

Men s Artistic Gymnastics Elite Pathway - Coaches and Judges Manual 2.2 LTAD COMPLIANCE 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 Novice prematurely. iv. With exception of the Junior category, athletes in the Elite pathway may repeat a third year in a category for any of the following reasons; a. Major illness or injury b. Late onset puberty c. Late entry into competitive gymnastics Requests for a third year exemption will be made to the NTD and must be submitted by December 1 st of the competition season. ARTICLE 3: MODIFICATIONS AND COMMITTEE RESPONSIBILITIES i. 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. ii. 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 Note: Unless otherwise stated, the current FIG Code of Points will be applied 4.1 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. The time limit for competition warm up is recommended to be a minimum of 1.0 hour for Elite 3 and 4, and 1.5 hours for Novice, Junior and Senior. iii. Elite 3 and 4 competitions should be scheduled to take place during daytime sessions whenever possible. Whenever possible, Novice athletes should compete in a separate session from Elite 3 and 4. iv. At Eastern and Western Canadian Championships, Elite 3 Category gymnasts will compete one day of Compulsory routines and one session of Physical Testing. v. At Eastern and Western Canadian Championships, Elite 4 Category gymnasts will compete one day of Optional Routines, one day of Compulsory routines and one session of Physical Testing. vi. At Elite Canada and Canadian Championships, Novice gymnasts will compete over two days and participate in one Physical Testing session. Physical testing will occur at their first training session, Optional Routines will be performed on day 1, and the Compulsory Routines on Day 2 6

Men s Artistic Gymnastics Elite Pathway - Coaches and Judges Manual 4.2 COMPETITION DUTIES OF GYMNAST i. Gymnasts must be attired according to the stipulations of the current FIG Code of Points. Note: Canadian Competitions dark coloured longs (including Black and dark blue) are not allowed. ii. Gymnasts are required to wear a shirt at all times during competition warm ups (in training gym and 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. All athletes and coaches at Elite Canada compete for their club and will wear club uniforms. National Team uniforms will be worn only when representing Canada (No exceptions) iv. Violation of the uniform requirements will result, without warning in a FIG Code penalty. 4.3 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. 4.4 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 0.5 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, and Novice, 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 10 cm 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. When an event is being used for selection to World Championships or Major Games, FIG mat restrictions will be enforced. 4.5 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. 7

Men s Artistic Gymnastics Elite Pathway - Coaches and Judges Manual iv. Measurements of the equipment (FIG Standard in Brackets): Floor Exercise: 12m x 12m Measured from the outside of the Border Line Pommel Horse: From the surface of the mat to the top of the horse body (105cm) Rings: From the mat to the inside bottom of the ring (260cm) Vault: From the floor to the center top of the Table body (135cm) Markings should be clearly labelled for the range of 110 135 cm Parallel Bars: From the mat to the top of the rail (180cm) Horizontal Bar: From the mat to the top of the bar (260cm) 4.6 AGE GROUP EQUIPMENT SPECIFICATIONS Floor Pommel Horse Elite 3 and 4 Novice FIG 12m x 12m Up to one (1) 5cm or 10cm mat is permitted, it may be removed after use. 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 Rings FIG Standard (260 cm) Up to 20 cm of supplementary mat may be used. Vault Parallel Bars Horizontal Bar Elite 3-110cm to 135cm with one beat board Elite 4 120cm to 135cm with one beat board 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 125 to135cm A supplementary 10 cm mat is mandatory. An additional supplementary 10 cm mat may be used. FIG Standard (180 cm) Up to 20 cm of supplementary 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 ARTICLE 5: JUDGING RESPONSIBILITIES 5.1 EVALUATION OF THE 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. 8

Men s Artistic Gymnastics Elite Pathway - Coaches and Judges Manual iv. The Chair of the Apparatus Jury takes deductions for line, behaviour 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 routines completion. 5.2 JUDGING PANELS i. For National and Regional (Eastern or Western Championships) competitions a minimum of 3 Judges per panel National Level or FIG should be assigned. 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 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 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 THE EXERCISES AND ROUTINE CONSTRUCTION 6.1 D-SCORE Optional Routines are judged as per the current FIG Code of Points. 6.2 E-SCORE 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: = 0.5 Fall: = 1.0 6.3 SHORT ROUTINES i. Junior and Open athletes will adhere to the FIG junior rules regarding short routines. ii. ELITE 4 and NOVICE The D-Jury will decide how many skills were credited. 9

Men s Artistic Gymnastics Elite Pathway - Coaches and Judges Manual 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 Maximum E-score 9.5 9.0 8.0 5.0 NT Deduction 0.5 1.0 2.0 5.0 Short 4 or more elements 6.4 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). 6.5 LANDINGS i. For all categories of the 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. + 0.1 for A and B dismounts or Vaults below 4.4 + 0.2 for C or higher dismounts and Vaults 4.4 and higher In the SENIOR category: 0.1 Stick Bonus for D or higher dismounts & Vaults 5.2 or higher. (Does not include Pommel Horse for Senior) (Added to the Final Score, not Start Value) ii. The cumulative landing deduction will be maximized at 1.0 for all events. 6.6 OPTIONAL ROUTINE REQUIREMENTS AND REGULATIONS Competition Regulations for Optional Routines Category Number of skills FIG requirements FIG amendments FIG element group Bonus Virtuosity Bonus Senior 10 FIG Junior 8 JR FIG 0.5 C dismount 0.3 B dismount n/a National Open 8 JR FIG 0.5 C dismount Novice 8 3 FIG requirements + dismount Provincial 5 8 3 FIG requirements + dismount Elite 4 7 2 FIG requirements + dismount Provincial 4 7 2 FIG requirements + dismount 0.3 B dismount n/a 0.5 B dismount 0.5 bonus for each Up to 0.2 0.3 A dismount additional FIG 0.5 B dismount 0.3 A dismount 0.5 B dismount 0.3 A dismount 0.5 B dismount 0.3 A dismount 10 element group 0.5 bonus for each additional FIG element group 0.5 bonus for each additional FIG element group 0.5 bonus for each additional FIG element group Up to 0.2 Up to 0.2 Up to 0.2 0.1 For virtuosity may be awarded for any element performed with exceptional amplitude 0.2 For virtuosity may be awarded for 3 or more elements performed with exceptional amplitude

Men s Artistic Gymnastics Elite Pathway - Coaches and Judges Manual 6.7 DEVELOPMENTAL PARTS Elite 4, Novice, Provincial 3, 4 and 5 Supplementary Regulations These apply to Optional routines for Elite 4, Novice, Provincial 3, 4 and 5 Floor Pommel Horse Rings Salto connection bonus (A+B or C) (B+B or C) =0.1 (C+C) (D+A) = 0.2 2 loops on a single pommel = C All dismounts to handstand will receive full credit (FIG deductions apply) Flair or circle to handstand and lower to circle or pendular swing = E All static B strength elements or greater = 0.2 bonus (Swing to strength hold, press upwards from a strength hold, or static hold) The FIG rule for 3 strength elements in succession will not apply Vault Parallel bars High Bar Giant + Giant = C, C + 0.2 bonus Peach to 45 with straight arms = C Peach to handstand judges maximum deduction is 0.5 Elite 4 and 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 1.0 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 31-45 = 0.1 46-90 = 0.3 Over 90 = 0.5 and non-recognition Elite 4 and Prov.3 & 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 4.4 0.2 Bonus for C or higher dismounts and Vaults 4.4 and higher 11

Men s Artistic Gymnastics Elite Pathway - Coaches and Judges Manual National Open and Junior Supplementary Regulations The following apply to National Open and Junior Floor Pommel Horse Rings Vault Parallel bars Salto connection bonus (C+C) = 0.1 (D+A) = 0.2 Flair or circle to handstand and lower to circle or pendular swing = E All static B strength elements or greater = 0.1 bonus The FIG rule for a max. of 3 strength elements in succession will not apply Bent arm swing to Handstand (2 sec) = A (applies only to Open category) 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 0.5 Peach to H.S. + Peach to H.S. = D, D + 0.3 bonus (or Peach to HS + Peach element of D or higher) 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 1.0 deduction and will not receive the bonus. You may repeat any C value or higher Flight element if successful on the first attempt C + C flight elements = 0.2 bonus Dismounts All events - Bonus for sticking 0.1 Bonus for C dismounts and Vaults 4.4 and lower 0.2 Bonus for D or higher dismounts and Vaults 4.5 and higher In the SENIOR category: 0.1 Stick Bonus for D or higher dismounts & Vaults 5.2 or higher. (Does not include Pommel Horse for Senior) (Added to the Final Score, not Start Value) 12

Men s Artistic Gymnastics Elite Pathway - Coaches and Judges Manual Developmental Regulations These apply to Optional routines for Elite 4, Novice, Provincial 4 and 5 Supplementary A parts (0.1 value) Element Group 1 2 3 4 5 Dismount Floor Non acrobatic elements Back roll to handstand Acrobatic elements forward Acrobatic elements backward Round off Acrobatic elements sideways Pommel Horse Rings Single Leg swings Kip and swing elements Circle/Flair Spindle/handsta nd Flair and circle will be considered separate elements Swing to Handstand Bent arm swing to handstand Side and Cross support travels Swing to strength hold Kehre/wende/ Flops ½ Stockli Strength and hold elements Straddle back lever or front lever Dismount Dismount Any salto tucked Parallel Bars Elements in support V-sit Stutzkehre to 45 Elements in upper arm Back uprise to support (Heels at horizontal) Long hang swings Moy to upper arm Muscle up to support Underswings Peach basket to support Dismount Salto tucked off the side or end High Bar Long hang swing and turns Back uprise with heels above bar Swing ½ turn above horizontal Flight elements In bar elements Elgrip/ dorsal hang Straddle cut from long hang swing Stoop or straddle on & off backwards or forwards Kip, cast to 45 Stoop in dislocate to horizontal Dismount 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. All supplementary A parts can fulfill requirements as would a regular FIG A part. 13

Men s Artistic Gymnastics Elite Pathway - Coaches and Judges Manual 6.8 COMPULSORY ROUTINES Additional elements included in any compulsory routine will have a 0.3 deduction for each occurrence. Elite 3 Compulsory Routines Floor Exercise Plan S F 14

Men s Artistic Gymnastics Elite Pathway - Coaches and Judges Manual ELITE 3: FLOOR Video Link: Below you will find a link to the video for this routine: https://youtu.be/rui_d1av97a?list=plkx7cgupkdeb_dlrqomz5dtszvuuf67om Description Value Performance Clarifications 1) Round off, back handspring, back tuck salto. Land with control and ½ turn to prone fall BONUS: Back pike salto instead of tuck 0.1 2) Any split (2sec.) straddle press to handstand (2 sec.) stoop down and jump ½ turn 2.2 (0.3, 0.6, 1.3,) 0.2 1.2 (0.4, 0.7, 0.1) 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 tuck above head ht. and kick out at horizontal. FIG Deductions: Held < 2 sec. 0.3 Press not held - 0.5 ded. But still credited with D value if handstand position reached. 3) Handspring step out, Handspring, Dive roll 45 turn to corner. BONUS: include Flyspring before Dive roll 4) Step to scissor kick, cartwheel,¾ turn, 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. 1.9 (0.6, 0.6, 0.6,0.1) 0.1 0.3 1.5 (0.2, 0.3, 0.2, 0.4,0.1,0.1,0.2) Consistent rhythm: Virtuosity for amplitude of Dive roll FIG Deductions Dive roll above head ht. 5) Y Scale (2 sec.) 0.4 BONUS: Y Scale with 180 split 0.2 6) Round off, back handspring, back handspring, back tuck. 2.8 (0.3, 0.6, 0.6, 1.3) TOTAL 10.0 11.0 Lack of rhythm: No extension before landing 0.1 Virtuosity awarded for amplitude on back tuck Back tuck above head ht. and kick out at horizontal. 15

Men s Artistic Gymnastics Elite Pathway - Coaches and Judges Manual ELITE 3 POMMEL HORSE (HORSE ANY HEIGHT WITHOUT POMMELS) For the Elite 3 Category, gymnasts have three routines to choose from with escalating start values. Coaches may declare the routine to be competed to the judge before the gymnast begins. Elite 3: Pommel Horse Routine A 10.0 Start value Video Link: Below you will find a link to the video for routine A: https://youtu.be/naavroibume?list=plkx7cgupkdeb_dlrqomz5dtszvuuf67om Description Value Performance Clarifications 1) 8 uphill loops 8.0 (1.0 per circle) FIG deductions Expectation is no pike 0.2 Virtuosity awarded for 2) 1 Flair, on second Flair, ¼ turn and then Flank off TOTAL 9.7-10.0 Elite 3: Pommel Horse Routine B 10.5 Start value Video Link: Below you will find a link to the video for routine 2: extension of circles. 0.8, 0.9 e.g. Maximum leg split and height. Dismount should resemble flair to handstand technique 0.1 Virtuosity awarded for amplitude of flair. [link to video to be inserted] Description Value Performance Clarifications 1) 4 downhill loops 3.6 0.9,0.9,0.9,0.9 0.1 Virtuosity awarded for extension of circles. 2) ½ turn (Czechkehr or stockli) 1.2 No limit to the number of circles used for the ½ turn 3) 4 uphill loops 3.6 0.9,0.9,0.9,0.9 4) 1 Flair, on second Flair, ¼ turn and then Flank off TOTAL 10.2-10.5 Starting and ending in front support. No Piking in circles Spindle not permitted for ½ turn Starting and ending in front support. No Piking 0.1 Virtuosity awarded for extension of circles. 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 flair. 16

Men s Artistic Gymnastics Elite Pathway - Coaches and Judges Manual Elite 3: Pommel Horse Routine C 11.0 Start Value Video Link: Below you will find a link to the video for routine C: https://youtu.be/wb7pfvthoq4?list=plkx7cgupkdeb_dlrqomz5dtszvuuf67om Description Value Performance Clarifications 1) 2 uphill loops, circle with ¼ turn 2.1 Spindle not permitted ending in side support on end 0.7,0.7,0.7 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, 1 Flair, on second Flair, ¼ turn and then Flank off 2.1 0.7,0.7,0.7 2.1 0.7,0.7,0.7 2.1 0.7,0.7,0.7 2.3 0.5,0.9,0.9 e.g. Maximum leg split and height. 0.1 0.2 TOTAL 10.7-11.0 Virtuosity awarded for amplitude of flair. Virtuosity awarded for extension of body during turns. Dismount should resemble flair to handstand technique Global bonus for turns throughout entire routine 17

Men s Artistic Gymnastics Elite Pathway - Coaches and Judges Manual ELITE 3: RINGS Video Link: Below you will find a link to the video for this routine: https://youtu.be/xtkopngm_ig?list=plkx7cgupkdeb_dlrqomz5dtszvuuf67om Description Value Performance Clarifications 1) Muscle up (Body straight) to support, turn rings out (2 sec) 1.5 (1.0,0.5) Rings straight and elbows locked in support. Pike body 0.1, 0.3 2) Raise legs to L-sit (2 sec) 0.8 FIG time and angle deductions. 0.1 Virtuosity awarded if Rings are away from the body. 3) Press to handstand (2 sec) bent arm pike press. BONUS: Straight arm straddle press 0.3 0.1 4) 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. 1.5 FIG Time deductions Held< 2 sec. = 0.3 Finished in handstand but no hold = 0.5 but still awarded credit by D jury if handstand position reached. Virtuosity awarded for the Handstand with no ded. No Bonus if >=45 arm bend No pike permitted or FIG deductions 0.7 Consistent rhythm with a straight or hollow body. 1.0 Hips straight in lever. Shoulders properly extended. Consistent slow rhythm BONUS: Legs together back lever 0.2 6) Pump and Swing backward, shoulders at ring height and body at horizontal 1.0 Shoulders under rings: 0.1, 0.3 7) Swing forward, shoulders at ring height, body at 30 0.7 Shoulders >=ring height, Feet and hips at 30 : 0.1, 0.3 <30 >= horizontal =.1 Below horizontal =.3 8) Swing back and Inlocate 1.0 Show rise in shoulders Slight rise - 0.1 No rise - 0.3 0.1 Virtuosity awarded if shoulders horizontal 9) Swing backward 0.8 Shoulders >= ring height, Feet and hips at 30 0.1, 0.3 <30 >= horizontal =.1 Below horizontal =.3 10) BONUS: Dislocate 0.2 Shoulders >= ring height, Slight rise 0.1 No rise 0.3 11) High back tuck salto with opening at horizontal or above TOTAL 10.0 11.0 1.0 Hips should be >= Ring height and shoulders show rise. Opening at horizontal 0.1, 0.3 0.1, 0.3 18

Men s Artistic Gymnastics Elite Pathway - Coaches and Judges Manual ELITE 3: VAULT Video Link: Below you will find a link to the video for this routine: [link to video to be inserted] Description Value Performance Clarifications 1) Handspring Vault Table at 1.10m to 1.35m With a mini-tramp 10.7 0.3 Up to 0.3 can be awarded for exceptional amplitude General Comments: 1. Second vault can be performed with a 1.0 deduction from start value. 19

Men s Artistic Gymnastics Elite Pathway - Coaches and Judges Manual ELITE 3: PARALLEL BARS Video Link: Below you will find a link to the video for this routine: https://youtu.be/budkhjvfstm?list=plkx7cgupkdeb_dlrqomz5dtszvuuf67om Description Value Performance Clarifications 1) Glide Kip to support swing back to 45 2.0 (1.0,1.0) Under 45-0.1 Under 30-0.3 BONUS: Swing to Handstand 0.2 2) Moy to upper arm 1.5 3) Upper arm swing backward 1.0 Minimum of 30 above horizontal 0.1 Virtuosity awarded if >=60 4) Upper arm swing forward to 1.5 Feet and hips above rail front uprise when arms are straight. 0.1 Virtuosity awarded if hips and feet are elbow height 5) Swing to 45 1.0 <45 =.1 <30 =.3 BONUS: swing to handstand (hold 2 0.3 sec) 6) Swing forward 0.5 Body straight and hips above 30 0.1 Virtuosity awarded if above 45 7) Swing backward with hop to momentary handstand Below 30 0.1 Below Horizontal 0.3 Feet below bar when arms straight 0.1, 0.3 Below 30 0.1 Below Horizontal 0.3 1.0 Short of handstand FIG Deductions for swing angle No credit if no hop. 8) Swing forward 0.5 Body straight and hips above 30 Below 30 0.1 Below Horizontal 0.3 9) Swing backward 45 to hop side dismount 1.0 <45 =.1 <30 =.3 BONUS: swing back to tucked salto 0.2 forward dismount TOTAL 10.0-11.0 20

Men s Artistic Gymnastics Elite Pathway - Coaches and Judges Manual ELITE 3: HORIZONTAL BAR Video Link: Below you will find a link to the video for this routine: https://youtu.be/runkgvcqu5m?list=plkx7cgupkdeb_dlrqomz5dtszvuuf67om Description Value Performance Clarifications 1) Begin in under-grip, pullover to 2.0 Momentary pause prior to support and cast to handstand (1.0,1.0) cast allowed. 2) BONUS: Front Giant 0.3 3) ¾ Front giant and hop to overgrip 1.0 Hop to 45 & finish with hollow chest 0.1 Virtuosity awarded if hop to handstand 4) Kip, cast to handstand 2.0 (1.0,1.0) <45 = 0.1 <30 = 0.3 <Horizontal = 0.5 0.1 Virtuosity awarded if cast to momentary handstand 5) Free hip circle to 45 1.5 <45 = 0.1 <30 = 0.3 <Horizontal = 0.5 BONUS: Free hip to handstand 0.2 6) Back giant 1.0 <45 = 0.1 <30 = 0.3 <Horizontal = 0.5 7) Swing ½ turn changing both hands without hop 8) Tucked flyaway dismount 1.0 BONUS: Layout dismount 0.2 TOTAL 10.0 11.0 1.5 Swing ½ turn to 45, finish with hollow chest 0.1 Virtuosity awarded if ½ turn>60 General Comments: Unless otherwise stipulated, all angle deductions to be evaluated per: 0-30 = no deduction 31-44 = 0.1 45-90 = 0.3 below 90 = 0.5 21

Men s Artistic Gymnastics Elite Pathway - Coaches and Judges Manual Additional elements included in any compulsory routine will have a 0.3 deduction for each occurrence. Elite 4 Compulsory Routines Floor Exercise Plan S F 22

ELITE 4: FLOOR Video Link: Below you will find a link to the video for this routine: [link to video to be inserted] Description Value Performance Deductions 1) Round off, back handspring, Back 2.5 Consistent rhythm 0.1 0.3 Layout. Land with control and ½ turn to prone fall (0.3, 0.6, 1.5, 0.1) BONUS: Layout 1/1 twist 0.4 0.1 Virtuosity awarded for amplitude of back 2) Any split (2sec.) straddle press to handstand (2 sec.) stoop down and jump ½ turn 1.2 (0.4, 0.7, 0.1) layout or full twist Press to H.S. with slow controlled rhythm Held < 2 sec. 0.3 Press not held - 0.5 ded. But still credited with D value if handstand position reached. 3) Handspring, flyspring, arched dive roll to immediate stag jump and step 45 turn to corner 2.4 (0.6, 0.6, 0.9 0.3) Consistent rhythm 0.1 0.3 BONUS: front tuck salto instead of dive roll 4) Round off, Back pike salto Back extension to momentary handstand, split legs and step down, ½ turn on one foot One step and scissor kick step into the corner 0.4 0.1 Virtuosity for amplitude in Dive roll or font tuck 2.3 (0.3, 1.2) (0.6, 0.1) (0.1) Emphasis on tight pike position and full extension before landing, shoulder alignment, rhythm, 5) Y scale (2 sec.) 0.4 BONUS: Y scale with 180 split 0.4 6) Round off, back handspring, back handspring, back tuck 2.7 (0.3, 0.6, 0.6, Lack of rhythm: No extension before landing 1.2) 0.1 Virtuosity awarded for amplitude on back tuck TOTAL 11.5 13.0

ELITE 4: POMMEL HORSE Video Link: Below you will find a link to the video for this routine: [link to video to be inserted] Value Performance Deductions Description 1) BONUS: Start routine with Sivado travel 0.4 May use one or two loops to begin Sivado 2) 1 or 2 Loops 0.5 3) Magyar travel 3.0 (1.0,1.0,1.0) 4) Half spindle, one loop 2.0 (1.5,0.5) BONUS: ½ spindle in one circle 0.4 BONUS: ½ spindle in one circle 5) ¼ turn to 1 uphill side circle, ¼ turn to 1 downhill loop, ¼ turn to 1 downhill side circle, ¼ turn to 1 loop 6) 1 loop, flair, flair with ¼ turn to side support, Flank off 3.2 (0.8,0.8,0.8,0.8) 0.1 Virtuosity rewarded for straight body throughout turns 2.8 (0.5,0.9,0.9,0.5) BONUS: Flair to handstand 0.4 0.1 Virtuosity rewarded for amplitude of flair TOTAL 11.5-13.0 Magyar 1 zone 2 zone 3 zone BONUS: Flair to handstand 3 zone 2 zone Sivado 24 1 zone General Comments Elite 4 Pommel Horse: 1. There is no limit of circles during the Magyar or Sivado, but travel must be uninterrupted. 2. Constant deviation of hands (shoulders) more than 45 in travel will result in non-recognition of the travel from that point onward. 3. If the gymnast falls in one of the zones, he will receive the value for the number of zones completed. The gymnast may repeat the travel and may begin where he fell. If successful on 2 nd attempt only the 1.0 for the fall will be deducted. The gymnast will not be granted value for a third attempt, but deductions will apply. 4. The horse may be lowered to any height

ELITE 4: RINGS Video Link: Below you will find a link to the video for this routine: https://youtu.be/emwg0-byleo?list=plkx7cgupkded5m8zak7j330y-daqzwdbl Description Value Performance Deductions 1) Muscle up (Body straight) to support, turn rings out and away from body (2 sec) 1.0 (0.7,0.3) Rings must be away from the body, elbows locked 0.1-0.3 2) Raise legs to L-sit (2 sec) 0.5 Rings must be away from the body 0.1 0.3 3) Press to handstand (2 sec) bent arm pike press. BONUS: Straight arm straddle press 4) Lower slowly through shoulder stand to inverted hang 1.5 FIG ded. 0.1 Virtuosity awarded for the Handstand with no ded. 0.4 No Bonus if 30 arm bend 0.6 Consistent rhythm with a straight or hollow body 5) Straddle back lever (2 sec) lower slowly to momentary straight body hang, pull up to piked inverted hang 1.5 Hips straight in lever. Consistent rhythm BONUS: Legs together back lever 0.4 6) Pump and Swing backward, shoulders at ring height and body at horizontal 1.0 Shoulders under rings: 0.1 0.3 7) Swing forward, shoulders at ring height, body at 30 1.0 Shoulders below rings: 0.1 0.3 8) Swing backward to Inlocate 1.2 Shoulders at Ring height 0.1 0.3 0.1 Virtuosity awarded if 30 above horizontal 9) Swing backward 1.0 Shoulders at ring height, feet and hips at 30 0.1 0.3 10) Swing forward to Dislocate 1.2 Shoulders ring Height 0.1 Virtuosity awarded if 30 above horizontal 11) High back tuck salto with opening at horizontal or above BONUS: Swing forward back roll to support (felge) with straight arms and immediate back layout from support TOTAL 11.5 13.0 1.0 Hips should be Ring height and shoulders show rise Opening at horizontal 0.4 No Bonus if arms bent. 0.1-0.3 0.1-0.3 25

ELITE 4: VAULT Video Link: Below you will find a link to the video for this routine: https://youtu.be/zrjujdm3ih4?list=plkx7cgupkded5m8zak7j330y-daqzwdbl Description Value Performance Deductions 1) Handspring (Vault Table at 1.20m to 1.35m with 1 board) 11.7 0.3 Up to 0.3 can be awarded for exceptional amplitude General Comments: 1. Second vault can be performed with a 1.0 deduction from start value. 26

ELITE 4: PARALLEL BARS Video Link: Below you will find a link to the video for this routine: https://youtu.be/pj6-ot0-hm8?list=plkx7cgupkded5m8zak7j330y-daqzwdbl Description Value Performance Deductions 1) Glide Kip to support swing back to 45 1.0 (0.7,0.3) Under 45-0.1 Under 30-0.3 BONUS: Swing to Handstand 0.3 2) Giant to support and immediately swing forward 2.0 (1.7, 0.3) Arms must be straight BONUS: No Spot BONUS: Giant to Handstand - no spot Only one bonus can be awarded for the Giant element 3) Swing back to horizontal and drop cast to upper arm support 0.3 0.6 1.5 (0.3, 1.2) No Bonus if arms are bent No Bonus if arms are bent > 45 Early drop technique Finish cast in piked inverted position with hips above rails FIG deductions Spot for the Giant A coach can have one hand on the Gymnasts hand and one hand on the back for safety. No spotting box is allowed. No value for late drop technique. Hips below rails 0.1-0.3 4) Upper arm swing backward 0.9 Minimum of 45 above horizontal Below 45 0.1-0.3 0.1 Virtuosity awarded if near vertical 5) Upper arm swing forward to front uprise 1.3 Feet and hips above rail when arms are 6) Swing to handstand (2 sec) and pirouette to momentary handstand Feet below bar when arms straight 0.1-0.3 straight 0.1 Virtuosity awarded if hips and feet are clearly above elbow height 1.5 (0.7,0.8) 7) Swing forward 0.5 Body straight and hips above horizontal 8) Swing backward with hop to momentary handstand 1.0 BONUS: Hold handstand 2 sec. 0.3 9) Swing forward 0.5 Body straight and hips above horizontal Handstand held one sec. - 0.3 Handstand not held 0.5 No momentary H.S. following pirouette 0.1-0.3 Short of handstand 0.1-0.3 FIG Deductions 10) Swing backward and tucked salto 1.3 FIG Deductions forward dismount 0.1 Virtuosity awarded for significant lift off the bars and extension for landing is at bar height TOTAL 11.5-13.0 27

ELITE 4: HORIZONTAL BAR Video Link: Below you will find a link to the video for this routine: https://youtu.be/bnchwjdpzoe?list=plkx7cgupkded5m8zak7j330y-daqzwdbl Description Value Performance Deductions 1) Jam cast and backward up-rise to 45 1.0 45 to handstand: Under 0.1-0.3 45 : 0.1 Virtuosity if to Handstand 2) Free Hip to Handstand 2.0 3) Swing ½ turn changing both hands without hop 1.0 ½ Turn under 45 : Under horizontal 0.1 Virtuosity awarded if to momentary handstand 4) Back giant 0.4 5) Blind change on 2nd giant 1.5 6) Front giant 0.5 0.3 0.5 7) BONUS: Early pirouette on 2nd front giant to finish before handstand in under grip 0.4 45 to 75 : Under 45 : 0.1 0.3 8) Front giant 0.5 9) Pirouette on second front giant 1.5 10) Back giant 0.5 11) BONUS: pike sole circle to handstand (Toe on and off) 0.4 Intent of this skill is to show preparation for dismount tap 12) 2 Back giants, to Layout dismount 0.6, 2.0 0.1 BONUS: Double tuck dismount 0.4 TOTAL 11.5 13.0 Virtuosity awarded for dismount significantly above the bar General Comments: Each extra back giant or front giant is a 0.3 deduction. The gymnast can begin the routine with any swinging movement necessary for the Jam Cast to finish above 45 1. Angle deductions as per FIG turns to el-grip 0-30 = no deduction 31-44 = 0.1 45-90 = 0.3 below 90 = 0.5 28

Additional elements included in any compulsory routine will have a 0.3 deduction for each occurrence. Novice Compulsory Routines Floor Exercise Plan S F 29

NOVICE: FLOOR Video Link: Below you will find a link to the video for this routine: https://youtu.be/qr5d71yltlm?list=plkx7cgupkdeajgsyszpby93s7dzoxr2lj Description Value Performance Deductions 1) Round off, back handspring, 3.4 Lack of Rhythm: 0.1-0.3 Whip, to back pike salto. (0.3, 0.4, 1.3, 1.4) 0.1 Virtuosity can be awarded 2) Step back with ½ turn step chasse step kick ½ turn to corner 3) Front handspring, front layout, Front tuck, to controlled prone fall (the prone fall can come from a punch, as long as the gymnast demonstrates complete control) 4) Flank to side with one leg and perform 2 flares BONUS: 1 or 2 Flares to Handstand (lower to split) 0.3 2.5 (0.5,1.2, 0.8) for amplitude Complete full extension of front tuck prior to landing Lack of Rhythm: FIG 0.1 0.3 0.1 Virtuosity can be awarded for amplitude 1.0 Legs split 130 0.1 0.3 (0.5,0.5) 0.4 5) Any split. (2sec.) 0.6 6) Press handstand (2 sec) pirouette 45 stoop to stand 1.1 (1.0, 0.1) 7) Round-off, Arabian dive roll, stag leap to corner step and turn 45 to face diagonal 1.9 (0.3,1.5,0.1) BONUS: Arabian front pike 0.4 0.1 Virtuosity can be awarded for amplitude 8) Round off back handspring layout with full twist. 2.7 (0.3, 0.4, 2.0) BONUS: Double twist dismount 0.4 TOTAL 13.5-15.0 FIG Lack of rhythm: 0.1 0.3 30

NOVICE: POMMEL HORSE Video Link: Below you will find a link to the video for this routine: https://youtu.be/hjp1fjphgng?list=plkx7cgupkdeajgsyszpby93s7dzoxr2lj Description Value Performance Deductions 1) Two (2 or 3) loops in cross support 2) BONUS; Stockli B (Cross support travel with ¼ turn to two pommels) 3) BONUS: Add one circle on single pommel prior to ¼ turn to two pommels. (1/3 cross support travel forward to front support on one pommel and one single pommel circle with ¼ turn to two pommels) 0.4 0.4 4) Two circles on two pommels 1.4 (0.7,0.7) 5) 2.5 Flairs (Delesalle circle) 2.0 130 leg split or greater (0.8,0.8,0.4) 0.1 Virtuosity can be awarded for exceptional amplitude 6) In front support, break to cross cut forward, swing in stride and cut front leg back to front support swing. 0.5 7) Two forward scissors to front support pick up 2.2 (1.0,1.0, 0.2) 0.1 Virtuosity can be awarded for exceptional amplitude 8) Two (2) circles on two pommels to (start and finish in rear support) 1.4 (0.7, 0.7) FIG DEDUCTIONS 9) Flank backwards and 90 turn to cross support forward on 1 pommel. 1.0 10) One (1) loop on one pommel 1.5 11) 1/3 cross support travel backward to front support on end of horse. 12) One circle in cross support to; Wende dismount. Must show extension. 1.5 2.0 (0.5, 1.5) 0.1 Complete extension and rise to 30 for flank off Virtuosity can be awarded for exceptional Dismount BONUS: ¼ turn and circle or Flair to Handstand 0.4 TOTAL 13.5 15.0 31

NOVICE: RINGS Video Link: Below you will find a link to the video for this routine: https://youtu.be/llq4_v07afw?list=plkx7cgupkdeajgsyszpby93s7dzoxr2lj Description Value Performance Deductions 1) Straight body pull through inverted hang to back lever (2 sec) 1.5 Slow consistent rhythm Arms may be straight or bent FIG Deductions 2) Lower slowly to hang and pull to pike inverted hang 0.5 Slow consistent rhythm 3) Cast and Inlocate at ring height to back uprise to L-sit. (2 sec) 1.5 (0.7, 0.8) Inlocate under horizontal Locked elbows throughout 0.1-0.3 0.1-0.3 4) Press to straddle planche (2 sec) 1.5 All planches will be given credit FIG deductions will apply to a maximum of 1.0 5) Lower to straddle L-sit (2 sec) 1.0 Locked elbows, arms free of straps 6) Press to handstand (2 sec) with straddled legs and straight arms. 1.5 FIG deductions 7) Bale forward and inlocate to 30 or greater 1.5 Horizontal to 29 Under Horizontal BONUS: Inlocate through handstand 0.3 Within 15 of handstand 8) Second inlocate to held 1.5 All giants will receive credit handstand (bent arm front giant) (2 if they end in handstand sec) BONUS: straight arm front giant 0.3 Small error only to apply Bonus 9) Swing forward and dislocate with 1.5 29 to Horizontal straight arms above 30 Under horizontal BONUS: Dislocate through 0.3 Within 15 of handstand handstand 10) Straight arm felge through support to back layout BONUS: Double Layout 0.3 0.3 Up to 0.3 in Virtuosity can be awarded for exceptional strength or amplitude of swings TOTAL 13.5 15.0 to 0.3 0.5 0.1-0.3 0.5 1.5 Bent arms 0.3 0.5 32

NOVICE: VAULT Video Link: Below you will find a link to the video for routine 1: https://youtu.be/invv_xv6qyq?list=plkx7cgupkdeajgsyszpby93s7dzoxr2lj Below you will find a link to the video for routine 2: NEED VIDEO Below you will find a link to the video for routine 3: https://youtu.be/4fsfqgy4ld8?list=plkx7cgupkdeajgsyszpby93s7dzoxr2lj Description Value Performance 1) Tsukahara tucked 13.7 0.3 14.0 2) Yurchenko tucked 14.2 0.3 14.5 3) Handspring and salto forward tucked 14.7 0.3 15.0 Up to 0.3 in Virtuosity can be awarded for exceptional amplitude 33

NOVICE: PARALLEL BARS Video Link: Below you will find a link to the video for this routine: https://youtu.be/0_5ax4p3q-g?list=plkx7cgupkdeajgsyszpby93s7dzoxr2lj Description Value Performance Deductions 1) Glide kip to front support swing back to a minimum of 45 above horizontal 1.0 (0.7,0.3) Hips lower than bars on kip Backswing under 45 : 0.1-0.5 0.1-0.3 2) Giant to handstand, support swing forward, swing back to minimum of 30 above horizontal 2.5 (2.2,0.2,0.1) 0.1 Straight arms throughout 0.1-0.5 Virtuosity can be awarded for exceptional amplitude BONUS: Giant to handstand (hold 2 0.4 sec) 3) Basket to 45, swing forward 2.5 Basket Horizontal to 44 (2.4,0.1) Basket below horizontal BONUS: Basket to Handstand 0.4 Must have continuous rise 4) Swing to handstand (2 sec) 1.5 0.1-0.3 0.5 5) Swing forward to Stutz to 45 2.5 Swing forward, swing back to 45 and (2.4,0.1) BONUS: Stutz to handstand 0.4 30 to 44 Horizontal to 29 0.1-0.3 0.5 6) Layaway to upper arm support and swing forward to front uprise 0.1 Virtuosity can be awarded for exceptional amplitude 1.5 Hips above elbows when arms straight 0.1 Virtuosity awarded if hips and feet are above shoulder height 7) Front Pike salto with ½ twist 2.0 0.1-0.5 TOTAL 13.5 15.0 34

NOVICE: HORIZONTAL BAR Video Link: Below you will find a link to the video for this routine: https://youtu.be/ocfjge tme?list=plkx7cgupkdeajgsyszpby93s7dzoxr2lj Description Value Performance Deductions 1) Jam cast and backward swing to minimum 45 0.8 0.1 Virtuosity will be awarded for exceptional amplitude 2) Free hip to handstand 1.7 BONUS: Stalder instead of free hip 0.4 3) Swing forward to hop ½ turn (45 or above) 1.0 No hop = no credit 4) Back Giant 0.8 5) On second giant, blind change 1.5 6) Front giant 0.8 7) BONUS: Endo 0.4 8) Giant, stoop in to shoot dislocate to 45 9) El-grip swing to minimum 45 and hop change to over grip. 2.0 (0.8,1.2) 0.1 1.5 Virtuosity will be awarded for exceptional amplitude 10) Giant 0.8 11) Giant 0.8 Must show a significant tapping action 12) Back Layout dismount 1.8 0.1 BONUS: double back tuck dismount. 0.4 13.5-15.0 Virtuosity will be awarded for exceptional amplitude General Comments: The gymnast may begin the routine with any swinging movement necessary for Jam Cast to finish in handstand. Each additional giant will be a 0.3 deduction. Angle deductions as per FIG turns to el-grip 0-30 = no deduction 31-44 = 0.1 45-90 = 0.3 below 90 = 0.5 35

6.9 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 Age Group National Coach 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 Age Group National Coach Test Day - Western and Eastern 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 on the first training day and be included in the athletes overall Regional Championships score. Evaluation will be the responsibility of the NTD and Age Group National Coach. 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 to 3 judges and/or coaches is recommended. Elite 3 Competitors will perform routine A in both Flexibility and Strength Flexibility has a maximum score of 15 points Strength has a maximum score of 25 points The athletes total Physical Test score is out of 40 points. Elite 4 Competitors will perform routine B for Flexibility and routine A for Strength Flexibility has a maximum score of 20 points Strength has a maximum score of 25 points The athletes total Physical Test score is out of 45 points. Novice and Junior competitors will perform routine B for both Flexibility and Strength Flexibility has a maximum score of 20 points Strength has a maximum score of 30 points The athletes total Physical Test score is out of 50 points. 36

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. Finish: Lower down and move to an L-sit position with arms horizontal Flexibility Routine B for Elite 4, Novice 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. 37