Gymnastics for Beginners: Drills, Flexibility and Home Training

Gymnastics drills for beginners focus on building the flexibility needed for splits and backhandsprings. Learn the requirements for various levels and how to train safely at home as a kid or adult.

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Requirements for the Different Gymnastics Levels

Published Jul,08 2011 | By Lynn Hetzler

The national governing body in the USA is the USAG, or the United States of America Gymnastics. The USAG has established 10 Junior Olympic levels, according to the World of Gymnastics. Beyond the tenth level, a gymnast competes in elite gymnastics.