Shewfelt (Floor)

The skill is named after Canadian gymnast Kyle Shewfelt, who originated the element in international competition. He famously won the gold medal on the floor exercise at the 2004 Athens Olympics.

The Shewfelt is a specific tumbling pass featuring a double twisting double back salto. Shewfelt performed this element with flawless technique, helping to elevate the standard of floor tumbling difficulty.

The Shewfelt skill is executed on the floor exercise apparatus in men's artistic gymnastics. It requires a heavily sprung floor to generate enough height and rotation for the dangerous twists.

In the current Code of Points, a double twisting double back tuck or pike is typically valued as a high-level element, often an 'F' or 'G' rating. This makes it a crucial scoring component for elite international gymnasts.