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Floor Kasamatsu Drill Over Folded Mat

Posted on February 18, 2011 by American Gymnast
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This entry is part 1 of 3 in the series: Kasamatsu Drills

This drill is one of the simplest introductory approaches to Kasamatsu vaults for those gymnasts that already know the Tsukahara. Gymnasts who twist in the opposite direction of the round-off should practice different drills than this one. The hands are placed down one at a time. The gymnast pushes off the floor with the second hand to create a flying phase high enough to clear the folded mat.

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Kasamatsu Timers to Stacked Mats

Posted on February 18, 2011 by American Gymnast
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This entry is part 2 of 3 in the series: Kasamatsu Drills

The goal of this drill is to land on top of an elevated surface without having to arch the body. The gymnast can’t arch and twist, which is why the drill is so important.

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Kasamatsu Board to Pit Progression

Posted on February 18, 2011 by American Gymnast
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This entry is part 3 of 3 in the series: Kasamatsu Drills

The following clip shows a drill that helps gymnasts learn the Kasamatsu. At first, the gymnasts get familiar with performing a cartwheel into the pit. Then, as they improve, they add a side somersault. The next step would be to add a quarter twist. Now they are ready for the Kasamatsu.

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