The Men’s Artistic Gymnastics (MAG) Technical Advisory Committee (TAC) and the MAG Working Group are thrilled to announce the launch of the revamped MAG National Programme, set to take effect at the 2025 National Championships. This updated programme reflects our commitment to creating a more progressive pathway that supports athlete development, fosters participation, and aligns with high-performance goals to prepare athletes for future international competition.

Key Changes to the Programme Structure and Pathway

To streamline and strengthen the development pathway, Level 6 has been removed. Athletes will now have a smoother transition from Level 5 into the newly designed Stage 6, which incorporates modified Junior FIG elements. This restructuring ensures that as athletes progress, they are introduced to skills appropriate to their age and development level, allowing for a balanced and gradual build-up to higher levels of competition.

Enhanced Routines for Skills and Performance Growth

The MAG National Programme has been carefully redeveloped to increase participation and provide all athletes with a path suited to their individual aspirations, whether competitive or high-performance. Significant adjustments have been made to the skills and routines in the Stages pathway, focusing on building core competencies and advanced skills needed for high-performance gymnastics. These changes ensure our top athletes are competing skills at the right stage in their development to foster long-term success on the FIG stage.

Focused Modifications to Key Apparatus in the Levels Stream

To support clubs and minimise transition impacts, changes to the Levels stream have been applied selectively, with adjustments concentrated on the High Bar, Vault, and Pommel Horse apparatus. These modifications will help athletes in the Levels pathway develop strong, fundamental skills that prepare them for higher-level competitions, while keeping club programmes stable and manageable during this transition period.

Looking Forward to the 2025 National Championships

The launch of the MAG National Programme 2025 & Beyond represents a significant step forward for gymnastics in Singapore, aligning our pathways with international standards and setting the foundation for future success in the sport. We are excited to see our athletes thrive under this new structure and look forward to showcasing their skills at the upcoming National Championships.

Next Steps for Implementation

We are pleased to share that the requirements for each level and stage here for your reference.

• ·       SG National Levels Programme
• ·       SG National Stages Programme

We would like to invite the community to an information session on the new MAG National Programme: 2025 and Beyond. This session offers a valuable opportunity for community members to engage directly with the working group, ask questions, and seek any clarifications about the programme’s direction and objectives. We look forward to your participation and insights as we shape the next chapter together!

Date:   22 November 2024

Time:   10:00am

Registration: https://www.singaporegymnastics.org.sg/events/267602

Additionally, we will be releasing video demonstrations of the routines in early December, which will give coaches and athletes a clear visual guide for each routine. Following this, the full programme manual will be available later in the month to provide comprehensive details and guidance.

We are excited to see our athletes and coaches embrace this new structure as we approach the 2025 National Championships. Thank you for your dedication to advancing gymnastics in Singapore, and let’s look forward to an inspiring season ahead with the MAG National Programme 2025 & Beyond!