How many tenths is the poor turn position deduction?

The poor turn position 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 poor turn position deduction?

Free leg, arms, and torso position all matter during a turn — any drift costs tenths.

Which events is the poor turn position deduction called on?

In Stickd's rule set, the poor turn position deduction applies on Balance Beam and Floor Exercise.

Which skills commonly get the poor turn position deduction?

Stickd's skill data links the poor turn position deduction to 4 skills, including Bar Pirouette (Uneven Bars), Beam Full Turn (Balance Beam), Double Turn (Floor Exercise), and Wolf Turn (Floor Exercise).

What drills help fix the poor turn position deduction?

Standard Stickd drills that target the poor turn position deduction include Beam Full Turn Drills, Relevé Passé Balance Holds, Bar Pirouette Drills, and Beam Turn Technique.

What is a "Poor Turn Position" deduction in gymnastics?

The "Poor Turn Position" deduction is taken for body position not maintained during turn (leg position, arms). Judges typically take 0.10 for it.

The body position wasn't held cleanly through the turn.

FormTypically −0.10Balance BeamFloor Exercise

What it costs

The typical value for poor turn position is 0.10. Judges scale it by how noticeable the error was.

Typical values for poor turn position
Deduction	Severity	Typical value	Events
Poor Turn Position	Small	−0.10	Balance Beam, 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: Balance Beam, Floor Exercise.

Skills where poor turn position is common:

Bar PirouetteUneven Bars
Beam Full TurnBalance Beam
Double TurnFloor Exercise
Wolf TurnFloor Exercise

How to fix it

Hold the turn shape statically first (free leg, arms), then add rotation once the position is solid.

Muscles involved

Primary

Core: Abdominals and deep stabilizers for body tension and hollow/arch positions
Hip Flexors: Iliopsoas and rectus femoris for pike, leg lifts, and cast positions

Secondary

Glutes: Gluteal muscles for hip extension, jumps, and body alignment
Calves: Gastrocnemius and soleus for relevé, pointed toes, and landing control

Drills that help

Related deductions

Common questions

What is a "Poor Turn Position" deduction in gymnastics?: Body position not maintained during turn (leg position, arms). It falls under the form category of deductions.
How many tenths is the poor turn position deduction?: The poor turn position 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 poor turn position deduction?: Free leg, arms, and torso position all matter during a turn — any drift costs tenths.
How can my gymnast stop getting the poor turn position deduction?: Hold the turn shape statically first (free leg, arms), then add rotation once the position is solid.
Which events is the poor turn position deduction called on?: In Stickd's rule set, the poor turn position deduction applies on Balance Beam and Floor Exercise.
Which skills commonly get the poor turn position deduction?: Stickd's skill data links the poor turn position deduction to 4 skills, including Bar Pirouette (Uneven Bars), Beam Full Turn (Balance Beam), Double Turn (Floor Exercise), and Wolf Turn (Floor Exercise).
What drills help fix the poor turn position deduction?: Standard Stickd drills that target the poor turn position deduction include Beam Full Turn Drills, Relevé Passé Balance Holds, Bar Pirouette Drills, and Beam Turn Technique.

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