In the sport of gymnastics there are 4 different events in which
you perform on to be judged. Gymnasts compete in a rotation
called "Olympic Order" which is Vault, Bars, Beam, Floor.
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Starting in Olympic Order with Vault, to the left of the screen is a sample to what gymnasts vault on. This piece of equipment is called the Vaulting Table. It is a new version which is not used by all gymnasts, but is mandatory for next years competetive season. The Vaulting Table is raised about 41/2 feet above level, but can be adjusted. |
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Next in the Olympic order is the uneven bars. These consist of two wooden bars coated in chalk that are parallel about 4 feet in spread. Tight cables hold this event up and sturdy. The uneven bars is one of the hardest event, that is from a gymnasts point of view. Most gymnasts on this event use grips on their hands to prevent rips. |
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The event shown to the left is the balance beam. It is 16 feet long and 4 inches in width. Gymnasts perform a 1 minute and 30 second routine on the balance beam in a meet. The beam can be adjusted juts about any heighth below around 3 feet. |
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The last but not least event in Olympic Order is the Floor Exercise. The floor is a complete square and each side has a width of 30 feet. Gymnasts perform about a 1 minute/30 second routine. Usually the floor is either made of foam or springs. |
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