Youth Inc. Recommends: Five Resources to Master Bars

These bar resources are designed to help gymnasts build strong foundations, develop proper technique, and understand progression across levels. Whether you're a coach looking for effective drills, a parent trying to support your child’s training, or an athlete eager to improve, these videos and websites offer a clear look at what matters most on bars. From basic skills to full routine examples, the list makes it easy to see where you're starting, and where you're headed. It's a helpful mix of insight, demonstration, and motivation for anyone involved in the sport. 

Beginner Bar Skills You Should Start With

What it is: A simple, structured list of essential bar skills for beginners with clear explanations and a video demonstrating the different skills.

Why we like it: It gives gymnasts a confident starting point and helps track progress with practical, skill-based guidance.

Simone Biles’ Basic Uneven Bars Drills

What it is: Simone Biles shares foundational bar drills she uses to build power, form, and efficiency.

Why we like it: It’s clear, expert-backed, and brings world-class technique into any level training.

Bar Conditioning Drills

What it is: A video demonstrating bar-specific strength and shaping drills that require minimal equipment.

Why we like it: It keeps athletes progressing even outside the gym, reinforcing key bar muscles and movement patterns.

Gymnastics Bar Moves Explained

What it is: A clear breakdown of bar skills with names and a description.

Why we like it: It's a perfect companion for parents or coaches learning the sport and gymnasts who want to understand where they’re headed. 

Bar Routine Progressions from Level 1-7

What it is: A demonstration of bar routines from Level 1 through Level 7 (including some Xcel routines), demonstrating the progression of skills across programs.

Why we like it: It gives a side-by-side look at what routines look like across levels, helping gymnasts and coaches understand development paths and set realistic goals.