Mens Gymnastics:
* Builds strength and prepares the body for the challenges in life
* Enhances co-ordination and agility, allowing the body to move like lightning
* Develops posture and confident body movement, including the ability to land safely
* Challenges the mind and body to reach new goals
* Develops healthy minds and bodies for now and later life
* Give your son the right start in life. Let him experience Mens
Gymnastics and watch him develop into a strong, confident and happy
young man.
Mens Gymnastics is composed of six apparatus as explained below:
Floor:
This
is an exercise in pure acrobatics, alternating between powerful
tumbling series and the composure necessary for balance and strength
elements. The gymnast endeavours to display virtuous rebound height,
whilst connecting the elements of their routine with gymnastic
artistry.
Pommel Horse:
Routines on this apparatus are
characterised by circular movements of the body with legs together
(circles) and pendulous swings with the legs separated (scissors).
Gymnasts also show a spectacular combination of these skills called
flairs. Throughout the routine the gymnast performs smooth combination's
of these movements, turning and travelling along the horse. Utilizing
all parts of the horse, while maintaining an extended body line and
straight legs.
Rings:
This apparatus is known for it's
difficulty of strength and swinging elements. The free moving quality
of the rings makes it difficult to remain stationary during held
elements, where any movement of the rings incurs a penalty. During his
performance, the gymnast should demonstrate control, strength and
balance in the presentation of forward and backward swings and strength
holds parts. The gymnast's dismount allows him to show his aerial
abilities prior to landing.
Vault:
The gymnasts during their
twenty-five meter approach to the vault must develop the necessary
power to complete all their aerial skills before landing. Upon take-off
from the board the gymnast explosively propels himself upwards,
dynamically pushing off the table 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.
Parallel Bars:
A
predominately swinging apparatus, that is interspersed with only a few
held or strength elements. Swings are completed above and below the
bars and consist of acrobatic flight elements, changes of direction and
swing types. The gymnast's routine ends in a dramatic dismount off the
side or the end of the bars.
Horizontal Bar:
This is a very
spectacular apparatus, largely due to the acrobatic releases and
re-grasp flight elements. The routine is based on swinging parts
without stops, and includes extended forward and backward giant swings,
combined with near bar elements, changes of direction and grip, as well
as the release and re-grasp movements. The high dismounts from the bar
allows the gymnast to show his acrobatic talents and landing prowess.
