A full in-depth guide into the rules and judging of T3!

1 ON 1 DIVISION

The T3 Tumbling League’s 1 on 1 division showcases the pinnacle of tumbling talent, where athletes go head-to-head in a thrilling display of skill, creativity, and athleticism!

FORMAT:

  • A coin flip at the start of each battle determines who performs first. The order alternates with each round to ensure fairness.
  • Athletes take turns executing their most impressive passes, aiming to outperform their opponent.
  • After each round, judges will indicate their choice for the best performance. The first athlete to secure 3 round wins is declared the winner.

RULES:

  • All tumbling skills are permitted, with no cap on difficulty. Tricking skills, such as corks, are excluded.
  • Athletes may initiate passes from a running or standing position, offering strategic flexibility.
  • Each athlete is granted one opportunity to redo a pass following a mistake or fall, ensuring a fair chance at showcasing their best abilities.

Criteria:

  • Difficulty: The complexity and challenge of the performed skills.
  • Execution: The precision, technique, and cleanliness of the performance.
  • Creativity: The originality and inventiveness of the skills, connections, and passes.

Judging

We adopt a subjective approach to scoring, empowering our judges to evaluate an athlete’s performance holistically. This flexibility encourages athletes to push the boundaries of skills, creativity, and innovation within their passes, crucial elements in T3.

Our judges are distinguished by their diverse backgrounds in various tumbling disciplines, including elite athletes, seasoned coaches, and passionate enthusiasts. To ensure a comprehensive understanding and fair assessment of elite tumbling skills, each judge undergoes our rigorous elite tumbling judging course and assessment.

This system, designed to uphold fairness and promote excellence, is at the heart of T3’s ethos!