Pommel Horse (Gymnastics)

The pommel horse is an artistic gymnastics apparatus. It is only used by male gymnasts. Originally made of a metal frame with a wooden body and a leather cover, today the frame may contain plastic or composite materials, the body is made of plastic and may be covered with synthetic materials.

Dimensions

  • Height 115 cm (including about 20 cm landing mats)
  • Length 160 cm
  • Width 35 cm
  • Height of the pommels 12 cm
  • Distance between the pommels 40 cm to 45 cm (adjustable)

Exercise

An exercise contains of pendulum swings and circular swings with legs together or apart. A large variety of support positions is necessary. This is regulated by the Code of Points,

 

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