The mix made for timed artistic sports
Rhythmic gymnastics, figure skating, synchronized swimming, twirling: build a program at the exact regulation length, with no overrun.
Quick overview
In an artistic sport, every second counts. A mix that overruns the allowed duration costs points — sometimes the whole score. MixClap lets you build your free program respecting the duration imposed by your federation's rulebook (e.g. 1:15 to 1:30 for an individual rhythmic gymnastics routine), while keeping the musical phrases that highlight the choreography.
- Rhythmic gymnastics (RG)
- Figure skating
- Synchronized swimming
- Baton twirling
- Acrobatic gymnastics
- Artistic gymnastics floor
- Circus & acrobatics
- Artistic roller skating
Timed routines: the required length by discipline
In artistic sports, length is part of the rulebook. Below are the international senior references. Junior categories and national events often use shorter lengths: check your federation rules before you build the mix.
Key figures
- Rhythmic gymnastics, individual
- 1:15 to 1:30
- Rhythmic gymnastics, group
- 2:15 to 2:30
- Figure skating, short program
- 2:40, plus or minus 10 s
- Figure skating, free skate
- 4:00, plus or minus 10 s
- Ice dance, rhythm dance / free dance
- 2:50 / 4:00, plus or minus 10 s
- Artistic swimming, duet technical / free
- 2:20 / 2:45, plus or minus 5 s
- Artistic swimming, team technical / free / acrobatic
- 2:50 / 3:30 / 3:00, plus or minus 5 s
Example: a 1:28 individual rhythmic gymnastics routine
- 0:00
Starting pose
The music starts with the first movement: no empty intro.
- 0:00 - 0:25
The theme
The main motif sets the character of the routine.
- 0:25 - 1:10
The difficulties
Line up musical accents with throws and catches.
- 1:10 - 1:28
The finale
Build intensity, land the last chord on the final pose, keep 2 seconds under the maximum.
Common mistakes
Forgetting the tolerance
Skating allows 10 seconds either way and artistic swimming 5, but rhythmic gymnastics uses a fixed window. Build the mix on the target, not the limit.
Audible joins
Two excerpts in distant keys or tempos are obvious in an arena. Join them on a strong beat with a short crossfade.
Silence at the start of the file
It throws the music out of sync with the starting pose. The file must start on the first note.
Unchecked vocals
Rules on music with lyrics vary by discipline and season. Check the current rulebook before choosing your tracks.
How to do it, step by step
- Step 1
Upload 1 to 4 songs
Drop your music files in the browser. You can mix several styles to color the program.
- Step 2
Hit the total duration
Trim each track to respect your category's rules (1:30, 2:30, 4:00…).
- Step 3
Land the final note
The last chord must land on the final pose. MixClap lets you trim down to the millisecond.
- Step 4
Export for the competition
Get the final file, ready to load on the gala's or competition's audio system.
Pro tips
Read the rulebook before trimming
Each category has its own duration window. Note the min and max before building the mix.
Mark the highlights
Time musical changes on the key technical elements (throw, jump, lift).
Avoid lyrics if forbidden
Some federations don't allow lyrics. Pick instrumental versions if needed.
Bring two copies
A backup USB drive on top of the file you sent prevents headaches on competition day.
Resources to go further
Frequently asked questions
Standard duration for an RG program?
Depending on the category, 1:15 to 1:30 for individual, 2:15 to 2:30 for groups. Refer to the current FIG or national-federation code.
Does MixClap work for figure skating?
Yes. You can build a short program (2:40 ± 10s) or a free program (4:00 ± 10s) with the precision required.
Can I include lyrics?
Yes, unless your federation forbids it. Check the season's rulebook.
Will the file be accepted in competition?
320 kbps MP3 and 16-bit WAV are the requested standards. Check the specific requirements of your federation.
Prepare your program now
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