terminology: Rig
2021-02-10
Overhead apparatus with a belt, ropes, pulleys and fittings allowing the coach to provide remote support for a move whilst learning.Continue Reading
Terminology: Randy
2021-02-10
A Front Somersault with 2½ twists; also known as a “Randolph”.Continue Reading
Terminology: Randolph
2021-02-10
A Front Somersault with 2½ twists; also known as a “Randy”.Continue Reading
Terminology: Radius Of Gyration
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Mathematical term for how ‘spread apart’ the body is when a somersault or twist is done around an axis.Continue Reading
Terminology: Quadriffis
2021-02-10
Any quadruple Somersault combined with a component of twist.Continue Reading
Terminology: Push-In Mat
2021-02-10
A foam filled mat that a Coach might use to reduce the rebound of a trampolinist when developing a new move. It is not a substitute for proper coaching of technique. Also known as “Throw-In Mat” and “Crash Mat”.Continue Reading
Terminology: Puck
2021-02-10
Semi-tucked shape allowable in competition for multi-twisting multiple somersaults. For competition, the rules require an angle between the body and thighs, and the thighs and lower legs, of 90 ° – 120 °.Continue Reading
Terminology: Poliarush
2021-02-10
A double Back Somersault with 4 complete twists. Named after Dimitri Poliarush (BLR) – Winner, 1996 World Championships.Continue Reading
Terminology: Porpoise
2021-02-10
A move starting on the back, with a Front Somersault, landing again on the back; more commonly known as a “Bounce-Roll”, and less commonly as a “Dolphin”.Continue Reading
Terminology: Planter flexion
2021-02-10
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Extension of ankle joint – Technical name for ‘Point your toes’.Continue Reading