description Kip (Bars) Overview
The kip is a basic bar skill in gymnastics that moves an athlete from a hanging or swinging position into support above the bar. During the glide, the legs and hips rise toward the bar; the gymnast then pulls the bar toward the hips and presses the body upward until the arms are straight. Kips are used on equipment such as the uneven bars and high bar to mount or connect later skills.
help Kip (Bars) FAQ
What is a kip on bars in gymnastics?
A kip is a basic bar skill that moves a gymnast from a hanging or swinging position into support above the bar. The movement uses the glide, hips, and a strong pull on the bar.
What happens during the glide phase of a kip?
During the glide, the gymnast's legs and hips travel toward the bar. This creates the body position and momentum needed for the pull-up phase.
Where does the gymnast finish a kip?
A successful kip finishes in front support above the bar. The gymnast's arms are straight or controlled as the body rises over the bar.
Is the kip a swing or a support skill?
It begins from a hang or swing but ends in support. That transition is what makes the kip a key basic bar skill in gymnastics.
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