Gymnastics for Beginners

New to gymnastics? Learn about gymnastics events, levels, equipment, competitions, and other basics with beginner-friendly guides.

Gymnastics for Beginners

The Most Difficult Gymnastics Moves in MAG and WAG (Updated 2025)

Gymnastics is full of amazing moves that can leave you speechless. But…

Xcel to JO: How to Smoothly Transition into USAG Development Program

When you're ready to go from USA Gymnastics’ Xcel program into the…

How Many Rotations in Men’s Gymnastics at the Olympics?

Men’s artistic gymnastics at the Olympics is built around a structured and…

What is a Straddle in Gymnastics?

In gymnastics, the straddle is a fundamental body position where a gymnast…

Why the Thomas Salto Was Banned Across Men’s and Women’s Gymnastics

The Thomas Salto is a distinctive gymnastics move named after American gymnast…

How to Land a Front Flip on a Trampoline for Beginners

Landing a front flip on a trampoline may seem daunting at first,…

The Stories of 5 Paralyzed Gymnasts: Lives Lost, Lives Changed

Gymnastics is a sport full of incredible strength and skill, but it…

Why the Produnova Earned the Name “Vault of Death”

In gymnastics, few skills carry a reputation as fearsome as the Produnova…

How to Do a Kip on Bars: Essential Drills for Gymnasts

If you’ve ever watched a young gymnast make a smooth transition from…

How to Prevent Camel Toe in Gymnastics Apparel

In gymnastics, athletes are always in the spotlight. Their movements are graceful,…

Leotard Layers: A Guide to Gymnastics Underwear for All Ages

Gymnastics is a sport that demands flexibility, precision, and, most importantly, comfort.…

Why Don’t Women Perform on the Pommel Horse & Rings in Gymnastics?

In artistic gymnastics, men and women share some apparatuses, like vault and…