Dream of competing but struggles with an invitation only team

[Gymnast4Life]

So I am 13 years old and I LOVE gymnastics and have recreationally done gymnastics since I was 5 at a recreational only gym and I switched to a different gym at age 12 which has a competitive team and it has been my dream to make the team but unfortunately the team is invitation-only and I want to compete so bad does anyone have any tips for getting invited to a team?

 

[CuriousCate]

Does your gym have an Xcel team? If so, you should ask the coach about it and what skills are required to compete.

 

[NutterButter]

I suggest asking your gym and other gyms in your area the process for joining team. Gyms are usually invite only but many will grant a tryout to an interested athlete. You may find that you are too old for some programs…DO NOT take this as discouragement! Cast a wide net. Xcel or another competitive stream may be a better option for you so keep an open mind.

 

[NutterButter]

My DD started gymnastics late. She was a fast learner and had good form but she did not receive an invite for team. After 2 years of lessons I asked about team and she started on Xcel a few months later. I learned that she was not invited earlier because of her age. It took me letting the gym know she had an interest.

 

[GymDadWA]

Your around high school age, does your high school have a team? Many of those teams allow girls to compete from all skill levels.

 

[Gymnast4Life]

Your around high school age, does your high school have a team? Many of those teams allow girls to compete from all skill levels.

I am in middle school, but I looked up the high school that I will attend next year and unfortunately they do not have a gymnastics team but thank you for suggesting that