Each bar is 350 cm long, and the two bars can be adjusted to between 42 and 52 cm apart. The routine on horizontal bar consists exclusively of swinging parts without stops. The parts are generally call giant swings, with more specific terms applying to changes in grip, direction and body position. The gymnast is also required to perform an in-bar skill like a stalder circle. The higher level routine will have multiple release moves.
Gymnasts receive bonus points for connecting higher level difficulty skills.
Look for high flying dismounts with multiple somersaults and twists. Standing 275 cm tall, the horizontal bar is 240 cm long and 2.8 cm in diameter. The horizontal bar is commonly referred to as the high bar.