jenjean70
Proud Parent
Last year when one of the level 9 boys competed a double back on floor they had him land on a four inch mat. I have seen this done during broadcasts of gymnastics meets so I know it is "a thing". My son wants to compete his double back this year but our coaches, after talking to another coach at another gym, won't be using the four incher. They were advised that if the gymnast can't do it without a mat that they shouldn't compete it. I am confused about the use of the mat. I thought it was to save their joints from hard landings. If anyone has any insight as to the need (or not)for mats on the floor, please help me understand.