Tag Archives: Gymnastics Skill

Definition: Double Twisting Kasamatsu

Double Twisting Kasamatsu – The official FIG definition for the vault is it is a Kasamatsu straight with 2/1 twists and named by the FIG as the Lopez. The vault is a 1/4-1/4 entry vault into a somersault with an … Continue reading

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A Totally New Salto Vault That is NOT Even in the Code of Points

As strange as it may seem, free runners have discovered a new vault for gymnastics, that is not currently being done by any gymnast, but is in this video. Continue reading

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Double Somersaults Anytime, Any Where

For many gymnasts, coaches and gyms, double somersaults are a line in the sand, that many are unable to cross. Much of the problem is mental. Continue reading

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New Mens’ Gymnastics Elements added to Code of Points

The men’s gymnastics moves submitted and approved by the FIG from the 2011 World Gymnastics Championships in Tokyo.
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Definition: Handspring Front Layout with Triple Twist Vault

The most difficult rated vault being done, as of July 2011, is the front handspring, front layout vault with 3 twists, done by South Koreas’s Hak Seon Yang Continue reading

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Definition: Somersault/Salto

Somersault/Salto: An acrobatic movement where the body makes a complete aerial turn (360 degrees) in the transversal axis. Can be done forward, backward and sideward. It is performed as mount, dismount or during a routine. Also called a flip or … Continue reading

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Definition: Sequence

Sequence: Two or more skills which are performed together creating a different combination skill.

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Definition: V-sit

V-sit: A body position used in gymnastics where the legs are raised off the floor in a deep pike position and the entire body is supported by the hands form the general appearance of a “V” shape.

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Definition: Punch

Punch: A gymnastics term that refers to bouncing off of the floor, vault board or beam as opposed to jumping. “Punching” refers to an almost perfectly straight leg quick plyometric movement. Punching movements allow gymnasts to more fully utilize the … Continue reading

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Definition: Planche

Planche: A gymnastics strength skill performed on the still rings, beam and floor in which the body is held supported by the hands and arms only in a straight position as close to parallel to the floor as possible (perfectly … Continue reading

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