How many tenths is the insufficient distance deduction?

The insufficient distance 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 insufficient distance deduction?

Distance is part of vault amplitude — short vaults are deducted.

Which events is the insufficient distance deduction called on?

In Stickd's rule set, the insufficient distance deduction applies on Vault.

What drills help fix the insufficient distance deduction?

Standard Stickd drills that target the insufficient distance deduction include Vault Blocking & Repulsion Drills.

What is an "Insufficient Distance" deduction in gymnastics?

The "Insufficient Distance" deduction is taken for landing too close to the vault table. Judges typically take 0.10 for it.

The vault didn't travel far enough off the table before landing.

ExecutionTypically −0.10Vault

What it costs

The typical value for insufficient distance is 0.10. Judges scale it by how noticeable the error was.

Typical values for insufficient distance
Deduction	Severity	Typical value	Events
Insufficient Distance	Small	−0.10	Vault

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.

How to fix it

Power and block drills to push off the table for more distance before landing.

Muscles involved

Primary

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

Secondary

Core: Abdominals and deep stabilizers for body tension and hollow/arch positions
Shoulders: Deltoids and rotator cuff for handstands, casts, and overhead positions

Drills that help

Vault Blocking & Repulsion Drills

Related deductions

Common questions

What is an "Insufficient Distance" deduction in gymnastics?: Landing too close to the vault table. It falls under the execution category of deductions.
How many tenths is the insufficient distance deduction?: The insufficient distance 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 insufficient distance deduction?: Distance is part of vault amplitude — short vaults are deducted.
How can my gymnast stop getting the insufficient distance deduction?: Power and block drills to push off the table for more distance before landing.
Which events is the insufficient distance deduction called on?: In Stickd's rule set, the insufficient distance deduction applies on Vault.
What drills help fix the insufficient distance deduction?: Standard Stickd drills that target the insufficient distance deduction include Vault Blocking & Repulsion Drills.

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