How many tenths is the deep squat on landing deduction?

The deep squat on landing deduction is typically 0.30, and the judge scales it by how noticeable it was. Official values come from the USAG or FIG code your meet uses.

Why do judges take the deep squat on landing deduction?

Deeper squats on landing read as loss of control and are deducted accordingly.

Which events is the deep squat on landing deduction called on?

In Stickd's rule set, the deep squat on landing deduction applies on Vault, Uneven Bars, and Floor Exercise.

What drills help fix the deep squat on landing deduction?

Standard Stickd drills that target the deep squat on landing deduction include Landing Correction Drills, Safe Landing & Falling Technique, and Stick Landing Drills.

What is a "Deep Squat on Landing" deduction in gymnastics?

The "Deep Squat on Landing" deduction is taken for squatting too deep on landing (thighs below horizontal). Judges typically take 0.30 for it.

The legs bent deeply on the landing to absorb the skill.

LandingsTypically −0.30VaultUneven BarsFloor Exercise

What it costs

The typical value for deep squat on landing is 0.30. Judges scale it by how noticeable the error was.

Typical values for deep squat on landing
Deduction	Severity	Typical value	Events
Deep Squat on Landing	Medium	−0.30	Vault, Uneven Bars, Floor Exercise

These are typical values used for practice feedback. Official values come from the code your meet is judged under: USA Gymnastics — Rules & Policies, FIG Code of Points.

Where it shows up

Events: Vault, Uneven Bars, Floor Exercise.

How to fix it

Eccentric leg strength (controlled squats) so landings stop higher instead of collapsing deep.

Muscles involved

Primary

Quadriceps: Front thigh muscles for jumps, landings, and knee extension
Glutes: Gluteal muscles for hip extension, jumps, and body alignment

Secondary

Hamstrings: Back thigh muscles for splits, leaps, and leg curls
Core: Abdominals and deep stabilizers for body tension and hollow/arch positions

Drills that help

Related deductions

Common questions

What is a "Deep Squat on Landing" deduction in gymnastics?: Squatting too deep on landing (thighs below horizontal). It falls under the landings category of deductions.
How many tenths is the deep squat on landing deduction?: The deep squat on landing deduction is typically 0.30, and the judge scales it by how noticeable it was. Official values come from the USAG or FIG code your meet uses.
Why do judges take the deep squat on landing deduction?: Deeper squats on landing read as loss of control and are deducted accordingly.
How can my gymnast stop getting the deep squat on landing deduction?: Eccentric leg strength (controlled squats) so landings stop higher instead of collapsing deep.
Which events is the deep squat on landing deduction called on?: In Stickd's rule set, the deep squat on landing deduction applies on Vault, Uneven Bars, and Floor Exercise.
What drills help fix the deep squat on landing deduction?: Standard Stickd drills that target the deep squat on landing deduction include Landing Correction Drills, Safe Landing & Falling Technique, and Stick Landing Drills.

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