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Double Back (Beam Dismount)

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description Double Back (Beam Dismount) Overview

The double back dismount is an elite gymnastics maneuver executed from the balance beam. It involves two consecutive backward somersaults in the air, demanding precise timing and substantial aerial rotation. This complex skill is typically performed by advanced gymnasts—specifically those competing at the highest levels of gymnastics or acrobatics—who require a high-difficulty element to demonstrate control and athleticism during routines.

help Double Back (Beam Dismount) FAQ

What is a double back dismount on beam?

It consists of two consecutive backward saltos—typically performed tucked or piked—executed from the end of the balance beam before landing on the mat. The gymnast must generate enough height and rotation from a narrow surface to complete both flips.

What difficulty value does a double back beam dismount carry?

Under the FIG Code of Points, a tucked double back dismount from beam is rated in the D-range of difficulty, with the piked version carrying a higher letter grade. Exact values shift between Olympic cycles as the code is revised every four years.

What makes the double back beam dismount risky?

The skill requires significant air time generated from a beam less than four inches wide, and any under-rotation can result in landing on the head or neck. Gymnasts typically perform it into a deep foam pit during training before attempting it on a competition surface.

Which gymnasts have competed a double back off beam at the Olympics?

The double back has been a competitive dismount at World Championship and Olympic level for decades, performed by gymnasts in both tuck and pike positions. It is generally considered a standard high-difficulty dismount rather than a rarity at the elite level.

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