Gymnastics Beam

Gymnastics Beam

The beam is only used in women's competition. The beam itself is 4 inches wide and is 16 feet long and a lively and continuous routine must be performed. Routines are to last from 1 minute and 15 seconds, to 1 minute and 35 seconds. Basic tumbling skills are used with dance techniques. A landing, controlled and soft must be performed at the end of the routine. [BA] {SI}