description Front Hip Circle Overview
A front hip circle is a gymnastics skill performed on a bar, most commonly the uneven bars in women's artistic gymnastics. The gymnast rotates forward around the bar while keeping the hips in contact with or close to it, then finishes in a supported position on the bar. It is taught as a basic circling element and helps gymnasts practise bar support, body tension, grip control, and forward rotation; unlike a clear hip circle, it does not keep the hips clear of the bar. [Gymnastics skill guide](https://gymnastgem.com/front-hip-circle/) [USA Gymnastics rules](https://static.usagym.org/PDFs/Women/xcel/cop_errata_ub_111918.pdf)
help Front Hip Circle FAQ
What is a front hip circle in gymnastics?
A front hip circle is a bar skill in which the gymnast rotates forward around the bar while keeping the hips in contact with or close to it. The movement finishes in a supported position on the bar.
On which apparatus is a front hip circle performed?
The skill is most commonly performed on the uneven bars in women's artistic gymnastics. Related bar skills can also appear in other gymnastics settings.
What body position is needed for a front hip circle?
The gymnast keeps the body controlled as the hips circle around the bar, then returns to support. Tight body tension and a steady grip help prevent the movement from becoming a loose swing.
Is a front hip circle the same as a back hip circle?
No. A front hip circle rotates forward around the bar, while a back hip circle rotates backward. The direction changes the timing and body action even though both are hip-circle skills.
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