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What is a "Hop on Landing" deduction in gymnastics?

The "Hop on Landing" deduction is taken for hopping on landing after a skill. Judges typically take 0.10 for it.

There was a small hop on the landing instead of a clean stick.

LandingsTypically −0.10VaultUneven BarsFloor Exercise

What it costs

The typical value for hop on landing is 0.10. Judges scale it by how noticeable the error was.

Typical values for hop on landing
DeductionSeverityTypical valueEvents
Hop on LandingSmall−0.10Vault, 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

Practice sticking landings into a deep-but-controlled position; strengthen legs to absorb without hopping.

Muscles involved

Primary

  • Quadriceps: Front thigh muscles for jumps, landings, and knee extension
  • Calves: Gastrocnemius and soleus for relevé, pointed toes, and landing control

Secondary

  • Core: Abdominals and deep stabilizers for body tension and hollow/arch positions
  • Ankles & Feet: Ankle stabilizers and intrinsic foot muscles for balance, turns, and pointed toes

Drills that help

Related deductions

Common questions

What is a "Hop on Landing" deduction in gymnastics?
Hopping on landing after a skill. It falls under the landings category of deductions.
How many tenths is the hop on landing deduction?
The hop on landing deduction is typically 0.10, 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 hop on landing deduction?
Hops are a step-sized deduction on every landing.
How can my gymnast stop getting the hop on landing deduction?
Practice sticking landings into a deep-but-controlled position; strengthen legs to absorb without hopping.
Which events is the hop on landing deduction called on?
In Stickd's rule set, the hop on landing deduction applies on Vault, Uneven Bars, and Floor Exercise.
What drills help fix the hop on landing deduction?
Standard Stickd drills that target the hop on landing deduction include Stick Landing Drills and Landing Correction Drills.

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