Competitive Activities The competitive programs use the Levels 1-10 standard, are designed by the USAG (USA Gymnastic) and are used by all affiliated clubs nationally and internationally for Levels stream activity. They allow participants to progress through the sport in a graded manner and to compete with other clubs and gymnasts who are working at the same Level.
BEGINNERS This is a transition class between Recreational and Beginners. It emphasis on learning the skills required for entry into Level 1 and the basics of competitive gymnastics. Classes are 1.5 hours duration and 1 or 2 classes per week are available.
The Levels Program is part of the USA Gymnastic competitive plan. Students qualify to participate in this program through advancement from Beginners or by invitation. This is a 10 level system and involves learning specific routines at each level and performing these routines in competition. In the higher Levels gymnasts get the opportunity to express their individuality by presenting routines that they have designed with their coaches. Competitions are external to the Club and are held on a Regional and State basis and for Levels 7-10 National and International.
The competitions serve 2 purposes, a) as a grading to evaluate readiness to move to the next level, b) to provide competitive experience where students representing our Club compete against members of other gymnastic clubs. Training times increase as students progress through the system. Levels 1 – 3 students must attend 2 x 2.5 hrs per week. A third session is optional.