Comparison between JO (Junior Olympics) and Xcel competitions
Note we have stopped accepting Xcel students. Contact us for wait list.
JO: Competition for placement
Xcel: Competition for self-achievement
JO: Compete against many gymnasts in the same level (Level 4-10)
Xcel: There is no competition against other gymnasts (Level A-C)
JO: Routines are made to satisfy the requirement of the JO rule
Xcel: Same routine as JO
JO: Correctness of performed skills is strictly scored
Xcel: Achievement of individually declared skills is scored
JO: As judges, our coaches have a general idea of the placement of each gymnast
Xcel: As judges, our coaches declare only achievable skills in the routines
JO: Not awarded unless get placements
Xcel: Everyone is awarded based on individual achievements
JO: All 3-4 routines are required (3 for Level 4, 4 for Level 5+)
Xcel: The number of routine can be selected (Floor only in our Xcel team)
JO: Serious commitment with many hours of practice at gym and home
Xcel: Only 1.5 hours of practice at the gym is offered
JO: Local and travel Competitions
Xcel: Mostly local competitions