Can you move from Excel to Jo?

There is no direct mobility from Xcel levels into the Jr Olympic Levels. Even if a gymnast has competed all the way through Diamond in the Xcel divisions, which would be similar to a level 7, in order to compete at level 7 she must pass out of levels 4 (the lowest required competitive level) , 5 and 6.

Can you go from Xcel to Jo?

Mobility between the programs is not only possible, but encouraged if either is a better fit than the other. We have had many gymnasts switch from JO to Xcel, and gymnasts come from Xcel to JO.

What level is Xcel Gold equivalent to?

The gold division is similar in skill requirements to the JO Program's levels 4-6. Gold gymnasts practice 6-9 hours per week and are eligible for State and Regional meets.

What comes after Xcel diamond?

There are five divisions of Xcel: Bronze, Silver, Gold, Platinum and Diamond.

What level is Xcel silver equivalent to?

The Xcel Silver division is the second level in the Xcel Program. To compete gymnastics in the Xcel Silver Division, the gymnast must be able to do routines that meet these requirements, as stated in the Xcel Code of Points.

What level is Jo?

The Junior Olympic (JO) program consists of levels 1-10. The program was developed to help gymnasts build a solid foundation in the sport of gymnastics and safely advance.

What is Xcel Platinum equal to in Jo?

You can move up through Xcel's tiers but if a gymnast wants to return to JO they will need to start at Level 4. If one has advanced skills, they can move up through the skill levels during a meet season. The Platinum level is equivalent to Level 8 of the JO program.

What is the difference between Xcel and Jo?

An athlete in a JO program can get to the upper optional levels of the sport and keep the doors open for college gymnastics. An athlete in an Xcel program can do gymnastics at a lower level of training and skill development but really has no chance for college gymnastics beyond club gymnastics at the college level.

What is the highest level in gymnastics?

ELITE: This is the top level in gymnastics. Only 2% of all gymnasts will compete at this level. Competitions are held at the National and International levels. The gymnasts at this level represent the USA in most international competitions including the Olympics.

How do you qualify for Xcel regionals?

If an athlete has achieved the following scores at State or any sanctioned meet during 2019-2021 seasons, she is eligible to compete at Regionals in 2021.

1. Level 10 AA 34.00 IES 8.5.
2. Level 9 AA 34.00 IES 9.00.
3. Level 8 AA 34.00 IES 9.00.
4. Level 7 AA 34.00 IES 9.00.
5. Level 6 AA 34.00 IES 9.00.
6. Xcel Diamond AA 33.50 IES 9.00.

Can you do a front handspring front tuck in Xcel Gold?

Gold gymnasts must have the following in their floor routine: Minimum of two directly connected acro skills, both must have flight (ex. front handspring, front tuck)

What is the average age for Xcel Gold?

Gold is between 13-15, and platinums are between 14-16.

What is level Xs in gymnastics?

Xcel levels are Bronze (XB), Silver (XS), Gold (XG), Platinum (XP) and Diamond (XD). Xcel athletes will only ever practice two times per week and are encouraged to participate in other sports.

What is the highest Xcel level in gymnastics?

There are currently 4 levels in the Xcel Program; Silver, Gold, Platinum & Diamond. More information about USAG Xcel in general. Gymnasts may progress into higher levels by a variety of paths: JO Compulsory, Xcel Optional, and JO Optional.

What level do you have to be to do gymnastics in college?

The ideal college gymnastics recruit

But the biggest draw for college coaches are Level 10 or elite gymnasts who compete in the USA Gymnastics Junior Olympics Program. In fact, most gymnasts who go on to compete at the college level were once Level 10 gymnasts.

What score do you need to score out of Level 4 gymnastics?

In New Level 3 & 4, Silver, Gold, and Platinum, athletes are required to score a minimum of an 8.5 on each event and a 34.0 All Around before being eligible to move up. In New Level 5, athletes are required an 8.3 on events and a 33.5 All Around.

How old is a Level 5 gymnast?

Level 5 gymnasts must be a minimum of 7 years of age to compete.

What level should a 13 year old be in gymnastics?

Junior A: 12-13 years of age: a gymnast MUST compete at age 11 in the Junior Division if she will turn 12 by December 31st of the year in which the competition takes place. v. Junior B: 14-15 years of age: vi.

Is 12 too old to start gymnastics?

Gymnastics is a sport that many start from a very young age, but can be practiced by athletes of all ages. Many gymnasts will argue that the younger you start, the better chance you have of reaching higher levels of success.

Can you skip Level 4 gymnastics?

They must advance one level at a time by scoring the minimum mobility score at any USA Gymnastics sanctioned competition (Exception: Levels 1-3 do not have a mobility score). A gymnast may not advance to Level 4 until she has completed the requirements as listed in the Entry and Mobility chart (page 79).

What skills do you need for Diamond gymnastics?

Diamond gymnasts must have the following in their bar routine:

• 5 “A” & 2 “B” valued skills.
• A clear support skill finishing a min of 45° from vertical.
• Circling Skill – minimum of a “B” value.
• A Release, Pirouette or 2nd Different Circling Skill — minimum of a “B” value.
• A Salto or Hecht dismount from the high bar.

How do you get into the Junior Olympics for gymnastics?

To qualify for the National AAU Junior Olympic, a gymnast must place first through twelfth place in All Around at their respective District Championships in their respective age division.

How old are Level 10 gymnasts?

Age Requirements

Gymnasts must have reached their 9th birthday to qualify to Level 10.

Who is the youngest level 10 gymnast?

Olivia Dunne is a level 10 gymnast training at ENA Paramus with Coach Craig Zappa. The ten-year- old is one of the youngest USAG Level 10 gymnasts in the country.