Men's Artistic (MAG)
2024 Return Dates
- Precomp: 22nd January
- Foundation and Dev: 15th January
- Senior: 8th January
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Pre-Competitive Pathway
The Pre-competitive programmes builds on the flexibility, strength and skill work developed in Recreation. With more time in the gym the boys are able to further develop their skills, enjoyment of the sport and prepare for high level gymnastics down the road. There are potentially competitions for the boys to attend if they wish to.
Regional Competitive Pathway
The Regional Competitive pathway is our general competitive programme developing towards competitions in Christchurch and around the South Island. We do like to clarify that this is not a pathway that leads onto national and international representation. This programme does give gymnasts the opportunity to learn and develop skills of a high level and have the experience of competing and representing their club. We find this program to be a good fit for most gymnasts and families and offer a great balance of commitment and enjoyment.
Gymnastics New Zealand National Levels and International Programme
Floor This is an exercise in pure acrobatics, alternating between powerful tumbling series and the composure necessary for balance and strength elements.
Pommel Horse One of the most difficult pieces of men's apparatus, routines are characterised by circular movements of the body with legs together (circles) and pendulous swings with the legs separated (scissors). Throughout the routine the gymnast performs smooth combinations of these movements, turning and travelling along the horse.
Rings This apparatus is known for its 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 hold parts.
Vault Upon take off from the springboard the gymnast explosively propels himself 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.
Parallel Bars A predominantly swinging apparatus that is interspersed with only a few hold 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 release and regrasp 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 regrasp movements. The high dismounts from the bar allow the gymnast to show his acrobatic talents and landing prowess.
Programme invitations are offered after trials and testing. Please register your expression of interest for a date/time by emailing manager@olympia.org.nz.
Link - GNZ MAG Whānau Guide 2023
Link - Olympia Gymnastic Sports - Competitive Handbook 2024