How many acrobatic elements must each series have ?
" A beam routine must consist of : A connection of two dance elements , one a leap , jump , or hop with legs in 180 degree split A full turn on one foot One series of two acrobatic skills Acrobatic elements in different directions ( forward / sideward and backward ) A dismount The gymnast may mount the beam using a springboard or from the mat ; however the mount must come from the Code of Points .