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A gymnastics apparatus used in rhythmic gymnastics. The ribbon is a long piece of material attached to a stick. Rings See still rings. Roundoff A move similar to a cartwheel where the gymnast pushes off the ground and lands on two feet, facing the direction in which the move was initiated in. This move is often used to initiate a tumble. Roll
A roll is the most basic and fundamental skill in gymnastics class. There are many variations in the skill. Rolls are similar to flips in the fact that they are a complete rotation of the body, but the rotation of the roll is usually made on the ground while a flip is made in the air with the hips passing over the head and without any hands touching the ground.
Cheerleading jumps range in difficulty. Basic jumps teach the fundamentals of jumping techniques, proper arm positioning, timing, and safe landings; examples include the "Spread Eagle" and "Tuck Jump". [2] More advanced jumps demand more flexibility, precise technique, and body control; examples include the "Pike" and the "Toe Touch". [1]
Acrobatic gymnastics is a competitive discipline of gymnastics where partnerships of gymnasts work together and perform routines consisting of acrobatic skills, dance and tumbling, set to music. There are three types of routines; a 'balance' routine (at FIG level 5 and above) where the focus is on strength, poise and flexibility; a 'dynamic ...
Start from kneeling position on mat and put your forearms on the floor in front of you. Weave your fingers together and lie on your head, making a stable “tripod” with your hands and head.
The flare is an acrobatic move in which the performer alternates balancing the torso between either arm while swinging the legs beneath in continuous circles. It is a fundamental b-boying /bgirl power move , and in gymnastics it may be performed on a pommel horse or during the floor exercise .
Moves are named after the first gymnast who completes them in an international competition, according to the International Gymnastics Federation Code of Points. The move must also be above a ...
The back hip circle is a basic skill and is usually one of the first learned by beginning gymnasts. [1] It also appears as a component of more advanced moves. [1] [2] On bars, the back hip circle is usually performed in combination with a cast. [3] To perform the skill, the gymnast rests on the bar in a front support. [3]