Front Support |
Body is parallel to ground, supported on hands |
Strength |
Static |
Back Support |
Body is parallel to ground, supported on hands facing up |
Strength |
Static |
Plank |
Body in a straight line from head to heels |
Strength |
Static |
Bridge |
Body in an arch, supported by hands and feet |
Flexibility |
Static |
Split |
Legs extended in opposite directions, hips square |
Flexibility |
Static |
Straddle |
Legs spread apart, keeping a straight torso |
Flexibility |
Static |
Tuck |
Knees pulled to chest, rounded back |
Strength |
Static |
Handstand |
Body perpendicular to ground, supported by hands |
Strength |
Dynamic |
Cartwheel |
Sideways movement rotating around hands |
Dynamic |
Movement |
Roundoff |
Cartwheel with a turn at the end |
Dynamic |
Movement |
Back Handspring |
Backwards movement transitioning from standing to hands then back to standing |
Dynamic |
Movement |
Front Handspring |
Forwards movement transitioning from standing to hands then back to standing |
Dynamic |
Movement |
Leap |
Jumping from one foot to the other, legs extended |
Dynamic |
Movement |
Aerial |
A cartwheel without hands maintaining upper body vertical |
Dynamic |
Movement |
Back Tuck |
Jumping and tucking body back towards the ground |
Dynamic |
Movement |
Front Tuck |
Jumping and tucking body forward towards the ground |
Dynamic |
Movement |
Back Layout |
Acrobatic backward flip with straight body |
Dynamic |
Movement |
Front Layout |
Acrobatic forward flip with straight body |
Dynamic |
Movement |
Handspring Step-Out |
Back handspring landing with one foot stepping out |
Dynamic |
Movement |
Split Leap |
Jump with one leg extended forward and the other backward |
Dynamic |
Movement |
Straddle Jump |
Jumping with legs in a straddle position |
Dynamic |
Movement |
Valdez |
Jump from a sitting position into a roll |
Dynamic |
Movement |
Yurchenko |
Roundoff onto a springboard, followed by back handspring onto vault |
Dynamic |
Vaulting |
Pole Vault |
Jumping over a bar with the aid of a pole |
Dynamic |
Vaulting |
Bar Hang |
Suspended position hanging from bars |
Strength |
Static |
Back Extension Roll |
Roll from back to sitting, extending over the body |
Dynamic |
Movement |
Front Extension Roll |
Roll from front to sitting, extending over the body |
Dynamic |
Movement |
Side Aerial |
Aerial cartwheel with lateral rotation |
Dynamic |
Movement |
Tsukahara |
Vault off the horse with a somersault |
Dynamic |
Vaulting |
Back Giant |
Continuous backward swing on the high bar, using momentum |
Dynamic |
Movement |
Cast |
Swinging motion on the bars, moving body into a vertical position |
Dynamic |
Movement |
Flyaway |
Releasing off bars or vault in mid-air |
Dynamic |
Movement |
Toe Point |
Pointing toes during various positions or movements |
Control |
Technique |
Body Alignment |
Maintaining proper body alignment during skills |
Control |
Technique |
Arm Positioning |
Correct arm placements for balance and strength |
Control |
Technique |
Spotting |
Technique for helping a gymnast maintain orientation during skills |
Control |
Technique |
Rotation Control |
Ability to manage rotation during flips and twists |
Control |
Technique |
Balance Beam Walk |
Walking on the balance beam maintaining stability |
Balance |
Static |
Scale |
Balancing on one leg, extending the other leg outward |
Balance |
Static |
Arabesque |
Standing on one leg with the other leg extended back |
Balance |
Static |
Pivot Turn |
Rotating on one foot while maintaining balance |
Balance |
Static |
Straight Jump |
Jumping vertically with no leg separation |
Dynamic |
Movement |
Full Turn |
Completing a full rotation on one foot |
Dynamic |
Balance |
Back Roll |
Rolling backward while maintaining a tucked position |
Dynamic |
Movement |
Forward Roll |
Rolling forward while maintaining a tucked position |
Dynamic |
Movement |
Backward Handspring |
A backward handstand from a standing position |
Dynamic |
Movement |
Front Walkover |
A skill moving from standing to handstand to standing face down |
Dynamic |
Movement |
Back Walkover |
A skill moving from standing to handstand to standing face up |
Dynamic |
Movement |
Flip Flop |
Transitional movement connecting skills like handsprings |
Dynamic |
Movement |
Roundoff Flare |
A roundoff with continued momentum into an additional movement |
Dynamic |
Movement |
Frog Position |
Squatting with feet together, knees out to the side |
Strength |
Static |
Lunge Position |
One leg bent forward while the other is straight back |
Balance |
Static |
Scoot |
Quick sideways movement on the floor with feet |
Dynamic |
Movement |
Tissue Position |
Balanced position on a few supporting body parts |
Balance |
Static |
Transition |
Movement between different body positions smoothly |
Dynamic |
Technique |
Rope Climb |
Using legs and arms to ascend a rope |
Strength |
Dynamic |
Handstand Pirouette |
Rotating while in handstand position |
Dynamic |
Technique |
Yoga Bridge |
Full bridge pose, body elevated with arms and legs |
Flexibility |
Static |
Wall Walk |
Walking feet up the wall into a handstand |
Dynamic |
Movement |
Flash Turn |
360-degree spin in any position |
Dynamic |
Movement |
Single Leg Balance |
Balancing on one leg while performing a task |
Balance |
Static |
Double Leg Balance |
Balancing on both legs while performing a task |
Balance |
Static |
Ballet Position |
Common ballet stance with turned out legs |
Balance |
Static |
V-Sit |
Sitting with legs extended in a V-shape |
Flexibility |
Static |
Flick Flack |
A backward handspring with a twist action |
Dynamic |
Movement |
Front Split |
Extending one leg forward and the other backward in split position |
Flexibility |
Static |
Side Split |
Similar to front split but to the side |
Flexibility |
Static |
Pop |
Quick upward movement from a squat or crouch position |
Dynamic |
Movement |
Handstand Position |
Stability in a handstand |
Balance |
Static |
Shoulder Stand |
Inverted position balancing on shoulders |
Flexibility |
Static |
Front Support on Beam |
Maintaining a front support on a balance beam |
Strength |
Static |
Likely Position |
A stance common in rhythmic or acrobatic gymnastics |
Balance |
Static |
Cat Leap |
Jump landing on feet with feet from straddle |
Dynamic |
Movement |
Side Jump |
Jumping sideways to either direction, feet together |
Dynamic |
Movement |
Spagat |
Another term for split, particularly in rhythmic |
Flexibility |
Static |
Thigh Stretch |
Kneeling with one leg behind and reaching back |
Flexibility |
Static |
Full Turn on Beam |
Spinning 360 degrees on balance beam |
Dynamic |
Balance |
Somersault |
Incidental forward or backward roll, flipping over |
Dynamic |
Movement |
Swivel Hips |
Rotating hips during certain movements for fluidity |
Technique |
Dynamic |
Arch Position |
Body curved backward in a tight formation |
Static |
Flexibility |
Monkey Swing |
Using stationing hands while moving legs in a swinging action |
Dynamic |
Movement |
Back Layout Position |
Straight position usually after a flip |
Flexibility |
Dynamic |
“Pike Position" |
Folded position with legs straight and leaning forward |
Flexibility |
Static |
Zipper Position |
Arms crossed climbing upward along the body |
Technique |
Dynamic |
Safety Landing |
Landing technique ensuring safety during falls |
Technique |
Static |
Diagonal Split |
Attaining flexibility with legs not facing forward |
Flexibility |
Static |
Upright Position |
Standing position with a straight torso |
Static |
Balance |
Inverted Balance |
Holding a balanced position while upside down |
Technique |
Static |
Elastic Jump |
Jump forcefully off the ground with flexibility |
Dynamic |
Movement |
Fallen Leaf Position |
Position lying back with arms under head |
Static |
Relaxation |
Frog Jump |
Springing motion using legs to jump like a frog |
Dynamic |
Movement |
Arm extension |
Extending arms while leveraging skills or exercises |
Technique |
Control |
Deep Squat |
Heel close to the ground with knees bent at majority angles |
Flexibility |
Static |
Return Position |
Getting back after a movement or transition |
Dynamic |
Technique |
Shoulder Flexion |
Lifting arms up towards the ceiling from the sides |
Dynamic |
Control |
Jump to Tuck |
Jumping into the air and tucking legs toward the body |
Dynamic |
Movement |
Step-up Position |
Stepping onto an object with a focused stance |
Technique |
Dynamic |
Spinal Twist |
Rotating the spine to help with flexibility |
Flexibility |
Static |
Kneeling Position |
Sitting with knees on the ground |
Static |
Balance |
“Saddle Position" |
Kneeling forward with legs behind |
Balance |
Static |
Crescent Kick |
Wide action kick to practice flexibility or project strength |
Dynamic |
Movement |
Funnel Turn |
Turning from one way, making gradual progress along a circular path |
Dynamic |
Movement |
Back Hip Circle |
A skill where the body circles around on the high bar |
Dynamic |
Movement |
Leg Lift |
Lifting one leg to engage core strength |
Strength |
Control |
Stretched Bow |
Bending body while raising arms enhancing presence |
Flexibility |
Dynamic |
Front Split Position |
Extending into a full front split for display |
Flexibility |
Static |
Glide Swing |
Swinging motion while maintaining a controlled grip |
Dynamic |
Movement |
Air Roll |
Performing a roll whilst in free fall or flips |
Dynamic |
Movement |
Dish Position |
Balancing on your tailbone with legs lifted |
Balance |
Static |
Wlay Position |
An extreme flexibility position lying on one side |
Flexibility |
Static |
Twist Hold |
Holding a rotated position keeping body stable |
Balance |
Static |
Side Bending |
Bending the body from the waist sideways |
Flexibility |
Static |
Saddle Split |
Balancing legs in splits with torso extended upwards |
Flexibility |
Static |
“Zipper Squat" |
Squatting while drawing arms to center |
Technique |
Dynamic |
Chimney Jump |
Jumping upwards like a chimney movement |
Dynamic |
Movement |
Control Landing |
Landing technique focusing on muscle control |
Technique |
Static |
Integrative Turn |
Mix of movements transitioning fluidly into another |
Dynamic |
Movement |
Gate Position |
Open arms to welcome movement in forward or backward |
Dynamic |
Balance |
Elbow Stand |
Lifting the body onto elbows maintaining balance |
Strength |
Static |
Pike Stretch |
Stretching by bending forward with extended legs |
Flexibility |
Static |
Donkey Kick |
Kicking the legs back while in a simple position |
Dynamic |
Movement |
Sit Position |
Simple sitting stance with legs at a 90-degree angle |
Static |
Relaxation |
Two Leg Balance |
Standing still or practicing upper body movement while standing on two legs |
Balance |
Static |
Star Position |
A spread out position embodying balance and control |
Balance |
Static |
Floor Balance |
Practicing stability on the ground in various positions |
Balance |
Static |
“Control Kick" |
Kicking while maintaining control and balance in the air |
Dynamic |
Movement |
Reactive Jump |
Jumping with responsiveness, refining technique |
Dynamic |
Movement |
Step Position |
Setting feet apart maintaining balance and perfection |
Static |
Balance |
Windmill Turn |
Rotational movement resembling windmill action |
Dynamic |
Movement |
Side Grasp |
Reaching for a lateral hold or support |
Technique |
Dynamic |
Support Leap |
High leap supported by hands or legs |
Dynamic |
Movement |
Switch Leap |
Transitioning from one leg to another mid-air |
Dynamic |
Movement |
Dynamic Split |
A split achieved through movement in a quick fashion |
Dynamic |
Movement |
Tip-Toe Position |
Standing on the toes for balance practice |
Balance |
Static |
Chest Opener |
Expanding the chest in a stretched symmetrical position |
Flexibility |
Static |
Jumping Jacks |
Classic movement emphasizing quick lateral actions |
Dynamic |
Movement |
Arched Back Roll |
Roll performed with an arched back position for aesthetic |
Dynamic |
Movement |
High Bridge |
Elevating while producing a flat upper chest and arched back |
Flexibility |
Static |
Calf Stretcher |
Using a calf-specific technique to elongate muscles |
Flexibility |
Static |
around the World |
Rotating the body into a full transverse twist |
Dynamic |
Movement |
Balancing Beam Turn |
Skillful ability to perform actions on the beam |
Dynamic |
Balance |
“Traveling Leap" |
Moving forward or backward during jumps |
Dynamic |
Movement |
Funnel Roll |
Rotating into a downward motion when falling |
Dynamic |
Movement |
Roll Up Position |
A sit-up motion, embodying getting up after a fall |
Dynamic |
Control |
Merry-Go-Round |
Body moves rotationally around a fixed axis |
Dynamic |
Movement |
Hand Stand Position |
An upright position balancing on hands |
Balance |
Static |
Under Split |
Creating a low and flexible split for exercise |
Flexibility |
Static |
Back-Based Sit-Up |
Pushing the belly forward while elevating the legs in control |
Strength |
Dynamic |
Swivel Leg Kick |
Combination of quickly kicking legs and utilizing arms for safety |
Dynamic |
Movement |
Kata Position |
A specific stance seen in martial arts adapted for gymnastics |
Static |
Technique |
Backward Lunge |
Extending one leg behind while maintaining weight on the front leg |
Strength |
Static |
Post-Split |
Finishing a split with intentionality |
Static |
Control |
Scissor Jump |
Jumping through two legs ending in a shape like scissors |
Dynamic |
Movement |
Bridging Stretch |
Stretching in a bridge position enhancing flexibility |
Flexibility |
Static |
Hand Rotation |
Rotating through wrists and forearms while balancing |
Technique |
Static |
Speculative Leap |
A reach for an imagined target during a jump |
Dynamic |
Movement |
Body Pirouette |
Rotational skill maintaining balance during the pacing |
Dynamic |
Balance |
Chimney Balance |
Holding a solid stance course of quick lateral hand positions |
Balance |
Static |
Upward Pose |
Verbal direction to extend towards the sky or up |
Dynamic |
Technique |
Forward Lunge |
Leaning forward elongating limbs while keeping balance |
Strength |
Dynamic |
Nomadic Split |
Shifting into a split with ease while adjusting weight |
Dynamic |
Movement |
Reverse Pike |
Contracting downward while eliminating limits through pretzel motion |
Flexibility |
Static |
Straight Arm Stand |
Holding a position keeping arms elevated and straight |
Balance |
Dynamic |
Hurdle Posture |
Positioning limbs like a hurdle during a jump |
Balance |
Static |
Follow-Thru |
Transitional moment in various sequences leading to the next |
Dynamic |
Technique |
Catch-Catch Position |
Entire body creating momentum similar to catching during the air |
Dynamic |
Movement |
Stand-Up Twist |
Rotating standing tall into a twisting stance |
Dynamic |
Movement |
Combining Turns |
Merger of various turns into a fluid motion |
Dynamic |
Movement |
Circulating Jump |
Pushing upward for a spherical movement |
Dynamic |
Movement |
Treble Position |
Maintaining a triple threat of various movements |
Balance |
Static |
Goose Step |
Stepping in an exaggerated walk emphasizing height |
Dynamic |
Movement |
Precision Landing |
Emphasizing exactness in foot placement after a leap |
Technique |
Static |
Pumpkin Back Stand |
A pose mixing standard stick position with the assistance of hands |
Balance |
Static |
Superman Position |
Laying face down with limbs extended back as if flying |
Static |
Strength |
Plank Hold |
Maintaining a strong plank position while refining posture |
Strength |
Static |
Horse Vault |
Launching over a horse placement using angular momentum |
Dynamic |
Vaulting |
Elevation Handstand |
Lifting the body while in a handstand for additional height |
Technique |
Balance |
Pelican Edge |
Higher body balance reaching towards the edge of static pondering |
Dynamic |
Movement |