For an extra kick up to handstand, what is the deduction?

In gymnastics, a deduction for an extra kick up to handstand is assessed when a gymnast performs an additional motion to achieve the vertical position after initiating the handstand. This indicates a lack of control and does not meet the expected standard for executing a clean handstand directly from a previous position. The significance of the deduction reflects the degree to which this extra movement affects the overall quality of the skill, and a deduction of 0.3 is appropriate for this mistake, as it encompasses a moderate impact on the performance.

Deducting this amount acknowledges that the gymnast was able to achieve the handstand, but the extra effort to get there detracts from the execution and fluidity desired in routines at these levels. Lower deductions, such as 0.1 or 0.2, would apply to minor or less impactful errors, while the higher value of 0.4 would align with more severe faults not applicable to a small kick, making 0.3 the suitable choice.