NOTICE: To the attention of Judge members who are 16-17 years of age, also to the USA Gymnastics State Administrative Committee Chairs and NAWGJ State Judging Directors/Assignors:
There will be restrictions for the 16-17 year old JUDGE member, such as no assignments to meets that require overnight accommodations, carpooling allowed only if with two or more adult members, and judging contracts must be co-signed by parent or legal guardian. A 16-17 year old JUDGE member must follow all current Safe Sport policies.
This is a quick overview on what it takes to become a judge for women’s artistic gymnastics, the ratings, the training and criteria for each level, certification, continuing educational needs and the various organizations involved.
Interested individuals go through a series of clinics, practical judging experiences and a series of tests on the road to becoming a judge for women’s artistic gymnastics. More information is also available by contacting Connie Maloney, Women’s Development Program Technical Director at [email protected] and through NAWGJ (National Association of Women’s gymnastics Judges).
Are you ready to judge Xcel competitions this season? Check your knowledge with this self-quiz using the Xcel Code of Points book or digital version as your reference.
Level | Rating Prerequisite |
Minimum Age |
Written | Practical (Video) |
4/5 | n/a | 16 | 70% | n/a |
7/8 | n/a | 16 | 70% | 70% |
9 | 7/8 12 months |
18 | 76% | 75% |
10 | 9 12 months |
20 | 80% | 80% |
Highest Rating Held | CPE Hours Required per Accreditation Year | Required Clinic Hours per Year (as part of the Total) | Maximum Number of Clinic Hours allowed to carry forward to the next Accreditation Year |
Level 4/5 | 12 | 6 | 2 |
Level 7/8 | 12 | 6 | 2 |
Level 9 | 16 | 8 | 3 |
Level 10 | 20 | 10 | 4 |
National | 20 | 10 | 4 |
Brevet | 20 | 10 | 4 |