The USAG Junior Olympic Program is structured to promote continuous skill progression from Level 1 through Level 10. There is also an Elite Level for gymnasts who are capable of competing in gymnastics internationally or are Olympic bound. The Women's Junior Olympic Program is divided into three major segments.
The Developmental Levels 1 & 2 complete in fun meets. Level 3 is used as an introductory competitive program. Michigan offers State Championships for Level 4.
The second part consists of Compulsory Levels 5 and 6. Both of these levels are progressive in nature, building upon the skills required at the previous level. Competitive opportunities are provided up to and including the USA Gymnastics State Championships.
The third segment is Optional Levels 7-10. Levels 7 and 8 have difficulty restrictions, while Levels 9 and 10 have no restrictions in the skill choice. Composition is evaluated at all Optional Levels, except Level 7.
Optional Levels have competitive opportunities up to and including State Championships.
Additional competitive opportunities are provided for Levels 8-10, with the Level 10 competitive season culminating at the Jr. Olympic National Championships, Level 9 at the Eastern or Western Championships and Level 8 at the Regional Championships.
To schedule a tryout for one of the GLE competitive teams or for more information on the Junior Olympic program, please contact the main office at 248 236-9600.
