Performance, Reference Systems and Strategies for Balance Training in Syndrome Down Subjects Beginning Gymnastics

This study aims at conceiving a strategic training and reference assessment system concerning the balance component, according to the diverse Special Olympics gymnasts’ potential. The experimental group includes 24 beginner gymnasts, within level A and level I.Due to our practical experience and statistical confirmations, we believe that the mentioned evaluation system should comprise three general tests (Romberg Matorin, Unipodal test,), a specific test (the level A beam routine) and three reference technical tests (three side rolls towards left and three towards right with a stand lifting, maintained sat set square - execution, held side balance time-trial). Also, a specific adapted instructional content has been developed, so that this motor capacity should improve in a significant manner.