Coaches Can the bridge kick over in level 2 be reversed?

[Winterbuzz]

A Mom I know is concerned that her daughter is doing a right cartwheel in the level 2 floor routine, but a left leg kick over. She heard this is a deduction. Do any coaches out there know if this is true? Thanks in advance.

 

[Dahlialover]

A Mom I know is concerned that her daughter is doing a right cartwheel in the level 2 floor routine, but a left leg kick over. She heard this is a deduction. Do any coaches out there know if this is true? Thanks in advance.

I had to relearn my back walkover and BHS step-out to achieve consistency when I joined team. Some coaches will tolerate this difference and some will be quite frustrated by it. I know there are people who are inconsistent with which leg they use and it works out okay for them but, for long-term convenience sake, I would start working on doing it with the other leg now. There is no rush but you might as well take care of the issue while the child is a beginner.

 

[Splat]

Without looking at the rules I know certain skills in the level 2 routines can be reversed I believe that is one of them. Honestly many times I think the judges doesn't focus of which leg they use. I would suggest at least working on the other leg as it can cause small problems later on.

 

[Winterbuzz]

Sounds like a possible deduction at level 2 really isn't the issue here. It's connecting skills down the road where it might come into play. I'll pass on the suggestion that learning walkovers and cartwheels on both sides is a good idea. Thanks to both of you for your input.

 

[JBS]

A Mom I know is concerned that her daughter is doing a right cartwheel in the level 2 floor routine, but a left leg kick over. She heard this is a deduction. Do any coaches out there know if this is true? Thanks in advance.

Yes... it can be reversed... there is no deduction.