Floor Exercise

Understanding the discipline

Floor exercise combines movement sequences, acrobatic elements, balance, flexibility and performance. The apparatus, permitted elements and competition requirements differ by discipline and competition category.

What you can explore

• Floor area and performance requirements
• Movement composition and transitions
• Tumbling concepts and controlled landings
• Balance, flexibility and coordination
• Music and choreography where applicable

Suggested study activities

• Study the components of a floor routine
• Identify movement and transition categories
• Explore performance and execution criteria

Safety and good practice

Use properly maintained gymnastics equipment and suitable landing surfaces. Follow qualified instructors' guidance, respect individual ability and progress gradually. Do not attempt advanced skills, flips, vaults, trampoline routines or unsupported partner lifts from online instructions alone. Stop training when injured or unwell and seek appropriate professional advice.