NSW HIGH PERFORMANCE PROGRAM
Have you ever wondered what physical attributes High Performance coaches are looking for when it comes to spotting talent?
Each sport and gymsport has a unique set of ideal physical attributes, necessary for identifying young athletes who will have future competitive success at an International level.
Hover over the athletes below and see what key attributes we look for.
TRAMPOLINE GYMNASTICS
TRAMPOLINE GYMNASTICS
AGE
Girls and boys between the ages of 9 and 16.
ATTRIBUTES
Need to be able to listen, follow instructions and make corrections.
Junior girls and boys with the ability to get into tight positions (tuck, pike and hold straight), be able to jump high on the trampoline, have plenty of guts and like the challenge of learning skills.
Often MAG and WAG gymnasts transition smoothly into trampoline as they have a solid foundation of the requirements needed to become a successful trampolinist.
WOMEN'S GYMNASTICS
WOMEN’S GYMNASTICS
AGE
Girls between the ages of 4 and 9.
ATTRIBUTES
Need to be able to listen and follow instructions, and be courageous.
RHYTHMIC GYMNASTICS
RHYTHMIC GYMNASTICS
AGE
Girls and boys between the ages of 7 and 12.
ATTRIBUTES
Musicality and artistry.
MEN'S GYMNASTICS
MEN’S GYMNASTICS
AGE
Girls and boys between the ages of 6 and 10
ATTRIBUTES
Need to be able to listen, follow instructions and make corrections.
