Tumbling (Gymnastics)
Tumbling is a key part of cheerleading and an important skill for many of our teams. Our tumbling classes help athletes build strength, coordination, and technique while progressing safely through different skill levels (detailed below).
Whether athletes are learning their first cartwheel or working towards advanced tumbling passes, our structured classes allow them to develop at their own pace. Tumbling sessions are open to Tsunami athletes and those who simply want to improve their gymnastics-style skills in a supportive and encouraging environment.
Level 0
Level 0 is the starting point for athletes who are completely new to tumbling.
This class focuses on learning body control, balance, and the basic shapes required for tumbling skills.
Skills include
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Forward rolls
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Backward rolls
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Handstands
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Bridges
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Cartwheels
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Round-off preparation
The goal at this level is to build coordination, strength, and confidence while learning safe tumbling technique.
Level 2
Level 2 athletes begin developing stronger tumbling passes and linking skills together.
Skills include
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Front handsprings
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Back handsprings
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Round-off back handsprings
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Back handspring series
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The focus at this level is building strength, power, and consistency while learning to connect tumbling skills smoothly.
Level 4
Level 4 athletes begin working on layout skills and more advanced tumbling combinations.
Skills include
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Round-off back handspring layout
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Standing tuck
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Jump to tuck
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Layout drills
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Handspring to layout passes
Strength, control, and consistent technique are essential for athletes progressing at this level.
Level 6
Level 6 introduces advanced twisting skills and elite tumbling combinations commonly seen in high-level competitive cheer routines.
Skills include
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Standing full twists
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Round-off back handspring full twists
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Layout full combinations
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Advanced twisting tumbling passes
Athletes at this level must demonstrate strong technique, control, and power while safely performing twisting skills and connecting elite tumbling passes.
Level 1
Level 1 introduces athletes to their first connected tumbling skills and builds on the fundamentals learned in Level 0.
Skills include
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Front walkovers
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Back walkovers
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Round-offs
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Walkover series
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Handspring preparation drills
Athletes focus on improving flexibility, body control, and technique while progressing towards more powerful tumbling skills.
Level 3
Level 3 introduces athletes to salto skills and higher-level tumbling combinations.
Skills include
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Round-off back handspring tuck
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Standing tuck preparation
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Back tuck drills
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Handspring series
Athletes work on developing height, power, and control while maintaining strong technique.
Level 5
Level 5 introduces twisting skills and more advanced tumbling passes.
Skills include
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Standing full preparation
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Round-off back handspring full twist
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Layout full twist
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Twisting drills
Athletes focus on maintaining strong technique while learning controlled twisting skills.
Level 7
Level 7 represents the highest level of tumbling typically performed in elite competitive cheerleading.
Skills include
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Standing full twists
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Double fulls
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Advanced twisting passes
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Complex tumbling connections
Athletes performing at this level demonstrate exceptional strength, power, and technical ability while executing elite tumbling passes.