Makuts (Parallel Bars)

The Makuts is a named swinging skill on the parallel bars that includes a complex transition into a handstand position. It belongs to men’s artistic gymnastics rather than uneven-bars gymnastics.

The skill is credited to Soviet gymnast Vladimir Makuts. Like many named gymnastics elements, its name identifies the gymnast associated with introducing or popularizing the movement.

The gymnast must control the timing of a swinging entry while changing body position and finishing in handstand. The skill demands precise support on the rails, shoulder control, and enough height to complete the transition cleanly.

The Makuts is performed on the parallel bars. The rails allow the gymnast to generate swing and then press or transition into the handstand position that defines the skill.