USA Gymnastics

USA Gymnastics

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United States of America Gymnastics (USA Gymnastics) or USAG is the national governing body for gymnastics in the United States. The mission of USA Gymnastics is to encourage participation and the pursuit of excellence in all aspects of gymnastics.The programs governed by USAG are: Women's Artistic, Men's Artistic, Rhythmic, Trampoline & Tumbling, Acrobatic, and Group gymnastics.

Women's Artistic is by far the most popular programweasel-inline. Gymnasts of all ages compete in levels 4-10, and then move on to Elite.

Most gymnasts begin at the recreational level. For artistic gymnastics, competition begins at level 4. Levels 4-6 are compulsory, where each gymnast's routine is exactly the same. Levels 7-elite are considered optional levels. Routines vary among gymnasts, giving the athletes a chance to highlight their strengths. The events include vault (gymnastics), uneven bars, balance beam, and floor exercise.

ee also

* Fédération Internationale de Gymnastique - International governing body

External links

* [http://www.usa-gymnastics.org/ USA Gymnastics home page]


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