Trapezoids

The trapezoid is like the incline mat, it has uses for every single event. The great thing about the trapezoid is that it has velcro that can come apart. The mat can be used as a vault for beginners. It is soft, so the fear of the big vault is eliminated. For younger classes, you can take apart each mat from the trapezoid form and separate them. Next place them about a foot away from each other and have the little ones jump from each mat. This is fun for them and also helps them get comfortable with their bodies. Just like a lot of the other mats I have endorsed, this mat is colorful and fun for kids to play on. Its great for recreational classes and for team.

http://www.matsmatsmats.com/gymnastics/props/trapezoid.html

Add Some Fun

Gymnastics should always be kept fun. Sometimes us coaches get caught up in the competition and focus on skills and drills. It’s best to sometimes take a step back and remind yourself why these girls are in the sport: To have fun and learn the ways of the sport. The barrel is a great way to bring back the fun in gymnastics. It is basically a squishy mat that you can have the girls climb in and out. We usually use it for our preschool classes and the younger kids. They love climbing in and out of this mat. Sometimes the younger kids can get bored from doing the same drills, so spice up your obstacle course with a mat barrel from Mats Mats Mats. The link below will lead you to a colorful new mat that will excite gymnasts of almost all ages.

http://www.matsmatsmats.com/gymnastics/gymnastics-equipment.html