FIG Approved
FIG is the International Federation of Gymnastics; the international governing body of gymnastics.
Little Gym Shop has a range of FIG approved equipment which means the equipment has been certified to meet an international competition standard, therefore it is able to be used for international events. The process for FIG Certification is two part, firstly equipment needs to meet the FIG Apparatus Norms, secondly it needs to be independently tested and approved by the International Federation of Gymnastics. This process ensures there are equivalent apparatus at all competitions World Wide to ensure competition fairness.
Gymnasts who train on a FIG Approved apparatus know they can compete at State, National and International events on comparable equipment.
Our Club Competition equipment is often very similar in quality and specifications with FIG approved equipment. To read the specific criteria for FIG certification of each apparatus please click the following link: FIG Apparatus Norms.