Gymnastics Lessons Vol. 3 - Rings

Name: Gymnastics Lessons Vol. 3 - Rings
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Featuring Coach Rustam Sharipov

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Last updated 9/2022

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What you'll learn

Students will have a better understanding of the important fundamentals, concepts and drills for the rings event.
Students will know about important safety concepts and spotting techniques to assist gymnastics.
Students will understand certain biomechanics in relation to body position while using the rings.
Students will have a general knowledge of what the judges are looking for during competition.

Course content

1 section • 11 lectures • 30m total length

Introduction0:53
Learn basic progression for beginners on steel rings with world champion Rustam Sharipov guiding you through the rings session.
Proper Hang and Support Positions2:13
Learn to hang properly on the rings with correct wrist and thumb positions, hanging at the bottom of the rings, and build palms open support from floor to rings.
Training Station5:57
Build a budget-friendly training station with rings and parallettes to teach proper wrist support, grip, and five-ring holds—from tuck to handstand—while advancing timing and straight-arm swing.
Proper Pressure on the Rings0:36
Discover how adjustable rings offer a multi-purpose setup for kids, enabling handstands and bails at lower height and muscle ups when raised, with a strong investment recommendation.
The Basic Swing1:56
Master the basic rings swing with controlled hanging, forward and backward motions, while maintaining wrist pressure and no slack for smooth, progressive technique.
Back Uprise to L Sit2:02
Master the back uprise to L sit by building strong rings swings above the horizontal, maintaining pressure on the rings, and progressing from basic swings toward more advanced variations.
Dislocate from Inverted Hang2:43
Learn how to dislocate from an inverted hang on rings, focusing on pushing rings toward the body, maintaining a neutral head position, and keeping the chest hollow for clean swings.
Inlocates6:40
Develop control on rings with tight swings and inlocates, keeping a neutral head and heels driving. Progress to elongate and back up to handstand, then shoot to handstand.
Dismounts5:41
Demonstrate layout-based swings finishing with a back layout, throw the rings aside, spot the toes, and keep eyes on the price during dismounts like double back and half-in half-out.
Basic Judging Criteria1:26
Identify deductions in rings by assessing form, arm and leg bend limits (except in tuck yamawaki or dismount), two-second handstand holds, shoulder level, amplitude, strength skills, and landing control.
Closing Comments0:12
Explore steel rings basic progressions for beginners and enjoy a fun introduction to ring training, with closing comments inviting you to continue learning soon.

Requirements

Body weight strength is necessary for many of the skills. Rings equipment and mats are also necessary for many of the drills.

Description

Rings are one of the most challenging and physically demanding events in gymnastics. It is imperative for gymnasts to learn proper fundamentals and techniques early in their career. In this video, Coach Rustam Sharipov provides the important tips and techniques necessary to be successful in this event. Among the topics covered are: proper hang and support positions, training stations, proper pressure on the rings, the basic swing, back uprise to L sit, dislocate from inverted hang, inlocates, dismounts and basic judging criteria. This program will help develop a sound foundation from which advanced level skills can be learned.

About the coach:

Rustam Sharipov is a two-time Olympic gold medalist from the Ukraine. In 1992, Sharipov represented the Unified team which won the team gold medal. Sharipov represented Ukraine in 1996 winning a gold medal on the parallel bars and a bronze in the team event. Rustam also competed in numerous International and World Championships until retiring from competitive gymnastics in 2000. Sharipov moved to the United States and began his illustrious coaching career. He has coached at many successful programs, the Bart Conner Gymnastics Academy in Norman, OK (2000-01), Houston Gymnastics Academy in Houston, TX (2001-05), Assistant Coach, University of Oklahoma in Norman. OK 2005-2011 and the Head Coach at The Ohio State University in Columbus, OH 2011-Present.

Who this course is for:

Coaches and gymnasts at any level would benefit from taking this course.