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WOMEN'S ARTISTIC GYMNASTICS (WAG)

DESCRIPTION OF APPARATUS

Vault

During their 25m approach to the vault the gymnasts must develop the necessary power to complete all their aerial skills before landing. Upon take off from the springboard the gymnast explosively propels herself upwards, dynamically pushing off the vault to generate greater height and distance in the second phase of flight. This enables a higher level of acrobatic skill and extension to be performed prior to a stable landing.  

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Uneven Bars

Swinging movements are predominant on this apparatus. The movements are continuous with movement in both directions, above and below the bars. Release and regrasp elements are essential for maximum scoring. A controlled and often spectacular dismount ends the routine.

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Balance Beam

This is a high risk apparatus. The gymnast performs on a 5m long and 10cm wide platform, performing acrobatic elements, leaps, jumps and turns in a spectacular series of combinations that demonstrate elegance, flexibility, balance and self control. The routine builds up to a dismount high point, often preceded by a dramatic acrobatic tumbling combination.

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Floor

The floor exercise is choreographed to music, which enhances the performance in artistry and grace alternating between powerful acrobatic tumbling series of forward and backward elements and dance elements. The whole floor area should be used with the exercise varied in mood, tempo and direction. Individuality, originality, mastery and artistry of presentation are key ingredients for a high score. 

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International Competitions

Click HERE for information about NZ and International competitions

 

WAG Competitive Programme 2011 (STEPS)

Please click HERE to see the 2011 WAG Programme Manual (updated 19/07/11). Changes/clarifications from the February manual are highlighted in yellow.

WAG Programme Manual Frequesntly asked questions:

 Memo WAG STEPS Qualification Marks 17/10/11

 
Judging

Brevet Judges Pathway & Succession Plan 2009 - 2012  CLICK HERE Judging Allocation Proposal 2009 - 2012  CLICK HERE
 

 

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