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WAG LEVELS 1-3 EXERCISES MANUAL

WAG Level 1 -3 ROUTINES

2013 Version 6 February 2014

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February 2013

Dear Coaches and Judges,

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

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Additional Information

• Value of all elements – 0.5 • Falls – 0.5 • Fall limit - 3 falls

WARM UP: ▫ 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

VAULT:

LEVEL 1 Vault 1 – 20cm mat / Vault 2 – 40cm mat

LEVEL 2 40cm or 60cm mat

LEVEL 3 60cm or 80cm mat

No Vault:

Level 1- may have 2nd turn with no deduction

Level 1-3 In the event of 0.00 for both Vaults a 3rd 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

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VAULT

Level 1

• 2 Attempts to Vault • SV 10.00

• The highest score to count

VAULT : SV 10.00

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

LEVEL 1 : VAULT

FAULT 0.1 0.3 0.5

TAKE OFF

Hands placed on mat instead of board X

Hands staggered or placed alternately on board X

Closed shoulder angle on board X X X

Legs not closed before or at vertical X X

Bent arms and knees X X

Lack of body tension X X

DROP TO BACK LYING

Rolling to land on back (vertical not shown) X

Deviation from a straight direction X

Bent legs X X

Failure to maintain straight body (arching / piking ) X X X

Lack of body tension X X

Handstand not reached return to board (May have a second attempt no ded)

NO VAULT

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Level 2

• 2 Attempts to Vault • SV 10.00

• The highest score to count • With run up double take off from spring board, jump to handstand on

40/60cm 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

40/60 cm

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LEVEL 2

FAULT 0.1 0.3 0.5

TAKE OFF

1- Foot off the board NO VAULT

Feet not simultaneously on board X

Pike or arched X X X

Open legs X X

Bent knees X X

Lack of body tension X X

Arc of first flight too high X

SUPPORT PHASE

Open legs X X

Body tension X X

Bent arms X X

Body position (tuck or pike) X X X

Shoulder forward of hands on contact with mat X X

Head touch Mat NO VAULT

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 X X

Lack of body tension X X

Open legs X X

Body position ( pike / arch ) X X

LANDING

Legs apart X X

Lack of body tension X X

Poor body position (tuck or pike) X X

Landing in a sitting position X

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Level 3

• 2 Attempts to Vault • The highest score to count • SV 10.00

• 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

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LEVEL 3

FAULT 0.1 0.3 0.5

TAKE OFF

1- Foot off the board NO VAULT

Feet not simultaneously on board X

Pike or arched X X X

Open legs X X

Bent knees X X

Lack of body tension X X

Arc of 1st flight higher than second flight (1st flight too high on)

X

SUPPORT PHASE

Open legs X X

Body tension X X

Bent arms X X

Body position (tuck or pike) X X

Shoulder forward of hands on contact with mat X X

Head touch Mat NO VAULT

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 X X

Lack of body tension X X

Open legs X X

Body position ( pike / arch ) X X

Insufficient height X X X

Insufficient length X X

If only handstand then fall (NO Push off) 0.80 DED

LANDING

Legs apart X X

Lack of body tension X X

Poor body position (tuck or pike) X X

Landing in a sitting position X

Dynamics X X

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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 0.50

- Adjusted grip and / or feet position each X

- Hands in under grip (Dismount Lev 1) X

- Adjust grip in leg over swings to scissor (Lev 1 and 2) X

- Brush / touch on apparatus / mat with feet X

- Hit on apparatus / mat with feet X

- Poor rhythm of entire exercise X X

- 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.

X

- Grasping apparatus to avoid a fall (folding forward after hip circle)

X

- Uncharacteristic Movements X

- Extra swing (2 or more swings in knee circle to get up) X

- Intermediate Swing (Lifting and lowering of legs in front and scissor support and transition positions. Deep fold in hips after hip circle)

X

X

- Technical virtuosity (exceptional technique) throughout X

- Lack of control at the end of elements (fold / arch excessively) or heavy landing on bar

X

X

- Shoulders higher ( excessive) than bar in Jump to front support Mount

X

- Lack of height of casts UB(Below 30˚) 0.50

< 30˚ NO DV

- 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.

X

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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, 2 casts connected)

Cast 30° push away ¼ turn to stand OR Cast Straddle/Pike Sole circle Dismount

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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, 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 0.10

Medium 0.30

Large 0.50

- Insufficient variation in rhythm X

- Lack of sureness of performance X

- Personal style X

BEAM Specific Execution Deductions E-Panel

Deductions Small 0.10

Medium 0.30

Large 0.50

- Additional support leg against side of beam each X

- Grasp beam in order to avoid a fall each X

- Additional movements to maintain balance X X

- Concentration pause of longer than 2 seconds each X

- Balance position not held as required (as prescribed)

0.10 D Panel

Squat Jump (Bunny): Feet hardly leave the Beam

X

Trunk leaning forward in Scale (Lev 1) X X

Insufficient stretch, tuck or pike in Dismounts X X

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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 5th

. 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 2nd

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 5th

STEP FORWARD R, ARMS 2ND

LIFT L LEG IN FRONT IN ATTITUDE, R

ARM MOVES DOWNWARD TO FWD. STEP FORWARD L, ARMS 2ND

LIFT

R LEG IN FRONT IN ATTITUDE, L ARM MOVE DOWNWARD TO FWD.

Walk to end of beam

TUCK JUMP DISMOUNT

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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 5th

½ TURN R arms 5th

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 3rd

step R, arms 2nd

. Bring L foot To R knee,

knee turned out. Arms 2nd

. Lift on toes (Releve), arms 5th

. Step close feet.

Run to end of beam PUNCH , PIKE STRADDLE/STAR JUMP(legs 90˚appart)

DISMOUNT

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FLOOR The prescribed exercise may be reversed in total, before or after single elements. To reverse a performance on FX, one step more or less is permitted. My close feet in front or at the back when stated close feet

Please note that general deductions in the general code also apply

FLOOR : Specific Execution Deductions B- Panel

Deductions Small 0.10

Medium 0.30

Large 0.50

- Excessive preparation for a dance element

X each

- Vertical not achieved in handstand, bunny handstand or cartwheel

X X X HJ Below 30

- Alternate placement of hand / feet (acro elements)

X X

-No hurdle in Level 3 FX X

FLOOR : Specific Artistry Deductions B- Panel

Deductions Small 0.10

Medium 0.30

Large 0.50

- No relationship of music and movement

X X (Max for whole exercise)

- Personal style X

- Missing synchronization of movement and music beat at end of FX

X

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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 2nd

lift L leg in front in attitude, R arm moves downward, fwd

to upward. Step forward L, arms 2nd

lift R leg in front in attitude, L arm move

downward, fwd to upward.

Step R close L next to R arms 5th

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 2nd

position arms bent and push to 2nd

. 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

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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 3rd

, 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.

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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 FX 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. 2013 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

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WAG LEVELS PROGRAM LEVELS 1 -3

Rules and Regulations 2013

Levels

2013-2016

Age Groups Levels of Competition

1 5 & Under

6 Years

7 Years 8 Years

10& Under

12& Under 13&Over

1) Club

2) Inter-Club 3) Regional

4) Provincial

5) Zone Challenges

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

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 2012. 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 1st year in this new cycle.

From 2013 results onwards, it is compulsory all gymnasts in each Zone Challenge achieving a total score of 36.00 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 30.00. 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 scores: o 35.20 or more - Gold o Between 33.20 and 35.19 – Silver o Below 33.20 Bronze o NO apparatus awards

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ARTICLE 1: REGULATIONS FOR GYMNASTS

1.1 Rights of the Gymnast 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 FX – 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.

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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.

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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: 0.50 + loss of DV(0.5) BB & FX: 0.50 spotting deduction + 0.50 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

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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)

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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 1st 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.

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

JUDGES

COURSE

AGE IN

YEAR OF

COURSE

LEVELS TO

JUDGE

& Other Functions

COMPETITIONS RE-QUALIFY YEAR

S IN

LEVE

L

COMPS IN

LEVEL TO

MOVE UP

LEVEL 1

16 1 - 3 E Panel

Time Keeper &

Line Judge

Level 1 – Olympic

FUN GYM

TESTING

CLUB

REGIONAL

At the

beginning of

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3.2 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:

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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 FX)

They are obliged to accept the D Score as determined by the Head Judge.

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3.7 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 EXERCISES 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 10.00 – 1.85 = 8.15 Average score: 10.00 – 2.25 = 7.75 If there is too great a difference between the counting deductions of the E Panel, a conference of all judges follows. > 0.0 – 0.4 0.1 > 0.4 – 0.7 0.2 > 0.8 – 1.0 0.3

> 1.0 – 1.5 0.4 > 1.5 – 2.0 0.5 > 2.0 0.6

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.

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ARTICLE 4 : GENERAL REMARKS CONCERNING THE PRESCRIBED EXERCISES

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 FX, one step more or less is permitted.

Start Value of all Routines 10.00

All elements Value 0.50

All Hold elements “Hold Value” 0.10

Omission of element 1.00

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

E Panel Deduction

D Panel Deduction from SV

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

+ execution deductions for form errors

0.10 / 0.30 0.10 / 0.30 0.10 / 0.30 0.10 / 0.30 0.10 / 0.30 0.10 / 0.30

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˚

execution deductions + fall 0.50 Fall

NO VP - 0.50

3) Element omitted - not attempted.

-1.00

4) If a balance position not held when prescribed.

+ execution deductions - 0.10

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EXAMPLES OF IMPLEMNTATION OF “ D PANEL” AND “E PANEL” DEDUCTIONS FOR ELEMENTS, SERIES AND COMBINATIONS

EXAMPLE 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 - 0.5

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 - 0.50

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).

EXAMPLE 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 - 0.50

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: 0.30 + execution & body position errors.

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BY D PANEL (HEAD JUDGE) Notes

Small Medium Large

0.10 0.30 0.50

Element omitted 1.00

Hold element less than 2 secs BB 0.1

Failure to present to Head Judge before / after ex X from FS

BEHAVIOR OF COACH

Spotting assistance (help) BAR BEAM FLOOR UB ,BB, FX

Value of Element 0.50 +0.50 Spotting

+0.50 podium* – from

SV

ARTICLE 5 – TABLE OF GENERAL FAULTS AND PENALTIES

BY E PANEL (E1-E4) Notes Small Medium Large

Note 0.10 0.30 0.50

Execution:

Bent arms in support or bent knees each time X X

Leg or knee separations each time < Shoulder

width

>Shoulder width

Deviation from vertical for handstand/Bunny Hop (NOT Beam) elements.

D panel deduct value of element if vertical not achieved

X X NO DV 0.50 HJ from SV

Insufficient height of elements each time X X

Insufficient exactness of tuck, pike or stretch position each time X X

Insufficient split –

90 required for all split positions – D panel deduct value of

element where split is less than 90˚

each time NO DV 0.50 HJ from SV

Incorrect position of legs in dance elements (includes pike straddle position, symmetrical split in split leaps, leg position in cat leap + tuck jumps)

each time X X

Body posture in dance elements each time X X

Insufficient extension in preparation for landing each time X

Precision (clear start and finish position with each phase demonstrating perfect control)

each time X

Relaxed or incorrect foot/leg/body/trunk posture X X

Throughout the entire exercise:

Insufficient flexibility X

Insufficient dynamics (UB. BB and FX) X X

Insufficient amplitude of elements X X

Landing Faults (all elements including dismounts)

Deviation from a straight direction each time X

Legs apart on landing each time X

Movements to maintain balance

- extra arm swings each time X

- additional trunk movements to maintain balance each time X X

-Grasping apparatus to avoid a fall each time X

Landing deductions:

- extra steps, slight hop each time X

- large step or jump (shoulder width) each time X

- deep squat ( heels on bottom) each time X

- body posture fault (hip angle closed & chest forward ) each time X X

- brushing apparatus with hands/arms, but not falling against the apparatus

each time X

- support on mat with 1 or 2 hands each time X

- fall on mat to knees or hips each time X

- fall on or against apparatus each time X

- Failure to land feet first each time 0.50 & No VP

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Spotting assistance (help) VAULT Vault 0.50 podium* – from SV

Coach touch gymnast – 0.00 Score

Unauthorized remaining on podium * (also taken when gymnast is spotted on Beam & FX )

Each time X*

Signals, verbal cues, cheers to own gymnast

X

APPARATUS IRREGULARITIES

Failure to use supplementary landing mat Gym/event X

Raising apparatus without permission Gym/event X

Placement of springboard on un-permitted surface Gym/event X

Illegal placement of supplementary mats Gym/event X

Removal of springs from springboard Gym/event X

Use of un-permitted supplementary mats Gym/event X

HEAD JUDGE

Flagrant exceeding of warm up time (after warning)

∇ Team X

Starting exercise when red light is lit

X

Failure to start within 30 sec of green light Gym/event X

BY DIRCTOR OF JUDGING (in consultation with HJ)

BEHAVIOUR OF GYMNAST

Leaving competition area without permission from D o J Disq

Unexcused delay or interruption of the competition Disq

Unsportsmanlike conduct Gym/event X

Speaking to active judges during the competition Gym/event X

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

Each Time 1.00 from gymnast

*Podium – Immediate area surrounding the apparatus

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SAGF LEVELS COMPULSORY ELEMENTS Deductions for inadequately performed elements

E Panel – UB, BB, FX

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 X X

Insufficient flight / height - acro elements / dismounts each time X X

Alternate hand or foot placement each time X X

Tuck instead of pike / Pike instead of straight or V V each time X X

Cast height 30˚UB

Leap 90˚FX BB

< 0.50NO

VP

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ARTICLE 6 – TECHNICAL ELEMENT RECOGNITION

Definition of Dance Elements:

Leaps – take off from 1 foot to land on other or 2 feet Hops – take off from 1 foot and land on the same foot or 2 feet Jumps – 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.

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ARTICLE 7 VAULT

The gymnast is required to perform two vaults for Levels 1 to 3.

The highest score will count.

WARM –UP: Gymnasts are permitted 2 vaults

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 board in L1 and mats L2 and L3.

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 (Level 2 and 3) Invalid

Any spotting assistance Invalid

Touch mat with 1 hand Invalid

Touch with 1 foot on Springboard Invalid 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 vault as per designed function. Oblique or sideways board = 2.00 deduction from Final Score 2 /3 Big steps then a fall = 0.50. 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.

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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 / EXTRA SWING

Falls / dismounts: If the gymnast falls directly onto her back / bottom, without feet touching 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

Uncharacteristic Movement: Exaggerated arms swings in ½ turns (leg over)

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ARTICLE 9 BALANCE BEAM - The evaluation of the exercise begins with the take-off from the board or from the mat. - Additional supports under the board (e.g. an extra mat) are permitted. Level 2 – 3 Beam: Where there are repetitions of elements L & R: If only one is performed the deduction is 0.50 or if both elements are performed on the same leg, the deduction is 0.50 by HJ from SV. Acro elements: At least one leg must return to the beam for the element to be considered completed. (refer Bunny !) Hold Elements:

BAR Specific Execution Deductions E-Panel

Faults Small 0.10

Medium 0.30

Large 0.50

- Adjusted grip and / or feet position each X

- Hands in under grip (Dismount Lev 1) X

- Adjust grip in leg over swings to scissor (Lev 1 and 2) X

- Brush / touch on apparatus / mat with feet X

- Hit on apparatus / mat with feet X

- Poor rhythm of entire exercise X X

- 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.

X

- Grasping apparatus to avoid a fall (folding forward after hip circle)

X

- Uncharacteristic Movements X

- Extra swing (2 or more swings in knee circle to get up) X

- Intermediate Swing (Lifting and lowering of legs in front and scissor support and transition positions. Deep fold in hips after hip circle)

X

X

- Technical virtuosity (exceptional technique) throughout X

- Lack of control at the end of elements (fold / arch excessively) or heavy landing on bar

X

X

- Shoulders higher ( excessive) than bar in Jump to front support Mount

X

- Lack of height of casts UB(Below 30˚) 0.50

< 30˚ NO DV

- 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.

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Where indicated, hold elements must be held for 2 sec in the final position. Falls: If a gymnast falls from beam, remounts and falls again before recommencing her exercise, there will not be an additional deduction for the second fall. Fall limit of 3 falls (No ded for additional falls) Squat Jump (Bunny) on beam – Ded of 0.3 for feet hardly leaving the Beam. Does not need to be in Handstand

ARTICLE 10 FLOOR EXERCISE - The evaluation of the exercise begins with first movement of the gymnast. - Music CD must be provided by the competition organizers.

BEAM Specific Artistry Deductions E-Panel

Deductions Small 0.10

Medium 0.30

Large 0.50

- Insufficient variation in rhythm X

- Lack of sureness of performance X

- Personal style X

BEAM Specific Execution Deductions E-Panel

Deductions Small 0.10

Medium 0.30

Large 0.50

- Additional support leg against side of beam each X

- Grasp beam in order to avoid a fall each X

- Additional movements to maintain balance X X

- Concentration pause of longer than 2 seconds each X

- Balance position not held as required (as prescribed)

0.10 D Panel

Squat Jump (Bunny): Feet hardly leave the Beam

X

Trunk leaning forward in Scale (Lev 1) X X

Insufficient stretch, tuck or pike in Dismounts X X

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When is an element complete or recognized as the element? Acro: elements must land feet first. 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 DV

Dance elements: Level 3: Leap 90º split required Only D Panel deductions of 0.50 are made for less than 90˚ degrees of split. Handstand, Bunny to Handstand & Cartwheel elements Level 1- 3: Only E Panel deductions (0.10 – 0.30) are made for missing degrees of vertical between 0˚ and 30˚. D Panel deduction of 0.50 are made for more than 30˚ of vertical

FLOOR : Specific Execution Deductions B- Panel

Deductions Small 0.10

Medium 0.30

Large 0.50

- Excessive preparation for a dance element

X each

- Vertical not achieved in handstand, bunny handstand or cartwheel

X X X HJ Below 30

- Alternate placement of hand / feet (acro elements)

X X

-No hurdle in Level 3 FX X

FLOOR : Specific Artistry Deductions B- Panel

Deductions Small 0.10

Medium 0.30

Large 0.50

- No relationship of music and movement

X X (Max for whole exercise)

- Personal style X

- Missing synchronization of movement and music beat at end of FX

X