How tall is a balance beam?

A balance beam is 4 ft 1 in (125 cm) from the floor to the top of the beam (landing mat not included).

What a balance beam’s height measures

ice hockey goal: 4 ft 0 in (122 cm). A balance beam is taller than an ice hockey goal by 1 in (3 cm).
Pommel horse: 3 ft 9.5 in (115 cm). A balance beam is taller than a pommel horse by 4 in (10 cm).
Vaulting table: 4 ft 5 in (135 cm). A vaulting table is taller than a balance beam by 4 in (10 cm).

A balance beam is 4 ft 1 in (125 cm) from the floor to the top of the beam (landing mat not included). The federation allows ±1 cm.

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For the height itself, cite the original publisher as well: International Gymnastics Federation.

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