This post may contain affiliate links. This means that if you click through and make a purchase, I earn a small commission at no cost to you. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. It’s the holiday season, and you need ideas for the best gifts for gymnasts this year. Or, she has […]
Every four years, USA Gymnastics makes changes to the rules for the Xcel Program. The most recent rules changes took place in 2022. (Click here to read about them.) However, each year, the committees meet and determine if smaller-scale changes need to be made to address issues that have been brought up. Those meetings were […]
Every four years, USA Gymnastics makes changes to the rules for the Development Program (Dev Program). The most recent rules changes took place in 2022. (Click here to read about them.) However, each year, the committees meet and determine if smaller-scale changes need to be made to address issues that have been brought up. Those […]
Level 8 beam routines continue to build on the skills learned in Levels 6 and 7. Level 8 is the third optional level in gymnastics. Optional gymnastics means that the gymnast gets to use their own choreography, and select skills that meet the requirements for the level. Today we will look at the Level 8 […]
Level 10 floor is so much fun! These are some of the most exciting routines to watch. Level 10 is the fifth, and highest, of the five optional levels in gymnastics. Optional gymnastics means that the gymnast gets to use their own choreography. Level 10 floor music can be chosen by the gymnast and coach. […]
Valentine’s Day is such a fun holiday for kids! Heart-shaped everything, new stuffed friends to snuggle, and of course candy! But what to get for your gymnast for Valentine’s Day? Let’s look at some fun Valentine’s Day gifts for gymnasts. Gymnastics-Related Valentine’s Gifts For the gymnast who loves to accessorize, this beautiful pendant will show […]
Level 9 – the first level where bonus is needed to start from a 10! Level 9 is the fourth of five optional levels in gymnastics. Optional gymnastics means that the gymnast gets to use their own choreography. Level 9 floor music can be chosen by the gymnast and coach. Today we will look at […]
Level 8 floor routines start to get a bit more difficult, compared with Levels 6 and 7. Level 8 is the third optional level in gymnastics. Optional gymnastics means that the gymnast gets to use their own choreography. Level 8 floor music can be chosen by the gymnast and coach. Today we will look at […]
It’s the start of collegiate gymnastics season, and we are so fortunate to have our sport broadcast on many different TV networks! Of course, part of the fun of watching is trying to figure out the scores. That brings up the question, how does scoring work in college gymnastics? General NCAA Scoring Information NCAA competitions […]
The world of competitive gymnastics, especially for new gymnasts, can be hard to navigate. There are so many little details to think about! How should their hair be done? What sort of underwear works best under a competition leotard? Keep reading to learn what every gymnast needs for competition. (And then pick and choose the […]
It’s Black Friday shopping time! What are you looking for this year? If you’re looking for gifts for gymnasts, at a discount, you’re in the right place. Here, I’m going to publish all of the gymnastics-related discounts I find during Black Friday and Cyber Monday. Keep checking back for updates! This post may contain affiliate […]
