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Yurchenko Introductory Progression

Posted on January 16, 2011 by American Gymnast
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This entry is part 1 of 4 in the series: Yurchenkos

These are some helpful progressive skills to introduce yurchenko vaults. First the gymnast roundoffs to a higher mat. The roundoff should be landed with the center of mass in front of the feet. In the next step the gymnast practices roundoffs to rebound on a springboard. When they demonstrate consistent rebounds, the gymnast can begin practicing some tuck somersaults and eventually layouts and high whip backs.

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Yurchenko Timers to Stacked Mats

Posted on January 16, 2011 by American Gymnast
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This entry is part 2 of 4 in the series: Yurchenkos

Practicing yurchenko timers to stacked mats is a useful way to train different vaulting techniques without having to worry about injuries. As the gymnasts get better, they can raise the height to make the drill more challenging.

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Yurchenko Layout

Posted on January 16, 2011 by American Gymnast
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This entry is part 3 of 4 in the series: Yurchenkos

The Yurchenko layouts follow the same principles required for all other round-off entry vaults. The hurdle should move up and forward. This gymnast has some problems to refine during her round-off; a round-off flying phase that could be more hollow instead of piked.

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Yurchenko Layout Timers

Posted on January 16, 2011 by American Gymnast
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This entry is part 4 of 4 in the series: Yurchenkos

Yurchenko layouts are commonly used by competitive gymnasts as warm-ups for more difficult yurchenko vaults involving multiple twists. Take a look at these varied yurchenko timers from different video angles.

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