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Type
Size
Legs
Materials
Level
Our Top Choice
Tumbl Trak Brianna Balance Beam
Tumbl Trak manufactures novel beams, bars and mats that are well appreciated by gymnasts, cheerleaders, dancers and martial artists.
Easy to assemble. Comes with beautifully studded legs. Beam doesn’t wobble.
Not very portable.
Attachable
8 ft long, 7 in. high
Soft padded legs
Solid wood, synthetic suede
Beginner
Best Value
Joom Beem Non-Folding Balance Beam
By paying great attention to safety, Joom Beem designs bars, balance beams and bases that make gymnasts better and help improve their skills.
Regulation size for competitive sports. Padded with polyethylene. Offers secure grip due to good traction. Durable and cleans easily.
Doesn’t fold for storage or transport.
Non-folding
8 ft long, 6 in. high
Pre-drilled core for leg braces
Wood composite, steel, suede
Expert
The Beam Store Suede Balance Beam
The Beam Store is known for manufacturing quality dance and gymnastics equipment that's efficient for budding athletes.
Non-exposed staples. Well-built and durable. Strong wooden core. Easily assembled.
Doesn’t fold for storage.
Non-folding
8 ft long, 8 in. high
Rubber end caps
Synthetic suede covering
Intermediate
Gymnastic Hut 8 Foot Wood Balance Beam
Gymnastic Hut has an ever-widening customer base. It makes high-quality handmade balance beams that are sold at affordable prices.
Ideal for beginner gymnasts. Durable suede covering. High-strength wood core. Doesn’t wobble or bend. Requires no central support.
Quite heavy to lift and transport.
Non-folding
8 ft long, multiple heights
Riser legs
Wood construction, suede wrap
Beginner
Z-Athletic Training Folding Low Beam
Z-Athletic manufactures excellent, affordable training balance beams that can be used for both home and commercial purposes.
Low on the ground. Reasonably priced. Comes in attractive colors. Lightweight. Easily assembled. Folds easily for storage.
Strong smell from the package, which goes away with time.
Folding
9 ft long, 6 in. high
Has no legs; lies on the ground
Synthetic suede
Beginner