The 3.5m elite aluminium Balance Beam is designed for gymnasts who want more space to train, practice routines, and develop advanced skills at home, in clubs, or in school environments. 

With an extended 3.5m length, this beam provides additional room for transitions, combinations, and routine work, offering a more advanced training experience compared to shorter beams. 

Constructed with a lightweight aluminium core and finished with durable, industrial suede, it delivers a stable, competition style feel while remaining practical for regular use. 

About this Balance Beam...

• Extended 3.5m length for routine training and combinations

• Aluminium core for strength, stability, and reduced weight

• Industrial suede covering for a competition-style feel

• Regulation 10cm working surface with convex sides

• Interchangeable beam feet options: Floor beam feet, 30cm high beam feet, & Adjustable beam feet, approx. 70cm to beam surface).

• Suitable for home, club, and school environments

• Available in Tan, Purple, and Blue

• 🤸 Check out our Gymnastics Direct 3.5m Aluminium Beam in action here. 🤸

Why Choose Gymnastics Direct's 3.5m Gymnastics Beam?

A longer beam allows gymnasts to practice routines, transitions, and combinations with greater flow and consistency.

The 3.5m length provides more usable training space than standard home beams, making it a strong option for gymnasts progressing towards more advanced training or preparing for competition style routines.

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Product FAQ 

Who is this beam suitable for?

This beam is great for gymnasts progressing from intermediate to more advanced levels, as well as beginners who want a long-term training setup they can grow into.

It is ideal for home use, gymnastics clubs, schools, and training facilities. Anyone can use this gymnastics beam.

What is the benefit of a 3.5m gymnastics beam?

A 3.5m beam provides more space than shorter beams, allowing gymnasts to practice longer sequences, connecting skills, and transitions.

This makes it easier to build flow between skills and practice routine-style movements more effectively.

What skills can be practiced on a 3.5m beam?

Most skills are supported by this beam, including walks, turns, jumps, leaps, handstands, cartwheels, and full combinations.

The extended length allows gymnasts to link multiple skills together in a more realistic training setup.

How does this compare to a 3m or shorter beam?

Shorter beams are suitable for basic training and smaller spaces, while a 3.5m beam provides more room for routines and progression.

It is better suited for gymnasts training more regularly or working on combinations and advanced skills.

What height should I train at?

Lower heights are ideal for building confidence and learning new skills, while higher settings introduce more challenge as technique improves.

The interchangeable feet allow the beam height to be adjusted based on the gymnast’s experience level.

Is this beam suitable and worth it for home training?

Yes, this beam is suitable for home use, provided there is adequate space and it is placed on a flat, stable surface.

Its 3.5m length provides more room for practicing routines and combinations, making it a strong option for gymnasts who are training regularly and want to progress their skills outside of the gym.

Using appropriate matting is recommended to create a safer training environment and support more confident practice at home.

Do I need a mat with this balance beam?

Yes, using a gymnastics mat is strongly recommended.

Matting helps cushion landings and reduce impact during dismounts and skill practice. You can purchase this beam in a bundle with a gymnastics folding mat.