How much is deducted for feet apart during a side position landing of leaps or jumps on the balance beam?

When assessing a gymnast's performance during a side position landing of leaps or jumps on the balance beam, deductions are carefully structured to encourage clean and precise landings. A deduction of 0.1 is applied specifically for having the feet apart in this scenario. This deduction reflects a minor deviation from the expected execution, indicating that while it is not a major fault, it does impact the overall aesthetic and technical quality of the performance.

Consistency in maintaining correct body alignment and position is paramount in gymnastics, and minor deductions help reinforce the importance of attention to detail in landings. In this context, a deduction of 0.1 for feet apart communicates to both the gymnast and the judges that precision is valued, while still allowing for some level of performance leading to an overall lower penalty than what more significant errors would incur.