In Australia, the Rhythmic Gymnastics program is governed by Gymnastics Australia in consultation with volunteers on the RG National Commission. The program is aligned to the International Gymnastics Federation (FIG) and is structure into two streams, 
the Australian Levels Program (ALP) national stream, and the High Performance (HP), international stream. The program provides pathways for gymnastics to progress based on their abilities and performance potential. 

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Australian Levels Program

The Australian Levels Program (ALP) provides a foundation for gymnasts of all ages with opportunities to compete at state and national competitions. Levels are defined from Level 1 through to Level 10 with a minimum age requirements for each level. The pinnacle competitions for this program are the Victorian State Championships (all levels), National Clubs Carnival (Level 4 to 9) and the Australian Gymnastics Championships (Level 10 only).

Gymnasts typically progress up through the levels one at a time until reaching Level 10, based on their ability. It also is possible to move between ALP (national) and the High Performance (international) streams as long as gymnasts meet the requirements. Level progression is influenced by many factors and there is no single pathway for all gymnasts. It is important that gymnasts are within a level that is aligned to their capabilities and the required training. Any level change is done at Head Coaches discretion, but in all cases, parents are consulted so level expectations and training requirements are clear to everyone involved. ​

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High Performance Program

The High Performance (HP) program provides a pathway for gymnasts with exceptional talent and abilities to strive for international representation. Participation into the program is via invitation only and there are strict age and skill requirements. The pinnacle competition for this program is the Australian Gymnastics Championships which can lead to opportunities to represent Australia at international events including Commonwealth and Olympic Games.
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HP gymnasts starts at the Development level and progresses through to Sub-Junior, Pre-Junior, Junior and Senior. Senior gymnasts are able to qualify for the Australian National Squad in the year they turn 16. Junior International gymnasts may progress to Senior in the year they turn 16.

As the HP pathway is based on age, gymnasts need to be able to progress at the rate required to meet the national regulations. If at any time a gymnast in international stream is unable to maintain the required standards, a suggestion of moving to the ALP stream may be made.

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Selection Process for Level Changes

​Any level or stream change is done at Head Coaches discretion. In all cases, parents are consulted so that the expectations and commitment levels can be made clear to everyone involved. 

• Coaches report to head coach regarding each gymnast level suitability.​
• Head coach also observes training of all gymnasts during the year and competitions.
• Gymnast overall behaviour, discipline and commitment to training hours.
• All factors and observations contribute to suggested level placement.
• In some cases, individual assessments may be required.
• Gymnasts considered for the High Performance pathway will require individual Head Coach assessment.

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Competitive Framework