Special Olympics New Jersey offers artistic gymnastics and rhythmic gymnastics. Artistic gymnastics is a discipline of gymnastics involving short routines on different apparatus. Rhythmic gymnastics combines elements of ballet, gymnastics, dance, and apparatus manipulation.
Gymnastics is a summer sport where athletes train and compete from January through June.
General Information
The Official Special Olympics Sports Rules for gymnastics shall govern all Special Olympics competitions. View the most updated Artistic Gymnastics Rules and Rhythmic Gymnastics Rules.
Article 1 provides general principles established by the Special Olympics Official General Rules that are not found in sport-specific rules. When there is conflict between a sport’s official rules and the general rules, the general rules in Article 1 will be followed.
Artistic Gymnastics
Rhythmic Gymnastics
Upcoming Events
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Team New Jersey Tryout Camp several locations including the SONJ Sports Complex
Coaching Resources
Special Olympics New Jersey strives to provide additional sport training to our athletes so that they are at their best when it comes time for training and competition. Please make sure to check back regularly for new and upcoming training resources!
Coaches are encouraged to use the resources below to be as prepared as possible for gymnastics training and competition.
- Coaching Guide – Artistic Gymnastics
- Coaching Guide – Rhythmic Gymnastics
- Special Olympics International Gymnastics Resource Center
If you have any questions on coaching, visit our coach section for information.
Additional Gymnastics Information
Sports Registration Checklist
Read through and complete this checklist of to-dos before signing up for a local program.