How much space do I need for my ring training?Updated 2 days ago
If you want to use your gymnastic rings at home, there are a few important points to consider to make sure you can perform all exercises safely and effectively.
Ceiling height
- An ideal ceiling height is 2.5–3 meters.
- If your ceiling is lower, you can compensate by bending your knees during exercises.
- If your ceiling is very high, the rings may not reach the floor. In that case, we recommend using an extra pair of straps or extensions to adjust the length.
Mounting on pull-up bar or wall bars
- Ideally, hang the rings so that you can hang with straight arms and straight legs without touching the floor.
- If this isn’t possible due to ceiling or bar height, mount the rings as high as possible.
- Always make sure the rings don’t touch the ground when you are hanging in them.
- For wall bars: attach the rings to a stable rung, preferably at shoulder height or higher.
- For very high bars, you can use extension straps.
Side space
- Leave at least one arm’s length, ideally one meter, of space to the left and right of the rings.
- This ensures enough room for lateral exercises (e.g., archer push-ups).
Front and back space
- Ideally, keep 2.5 meters of space in front and behind the rings to allow diagonal exercises.
- If space is limited, having this distance in one direction is enough.
- With very high ceilings, plan for a bit more room, as exercise angles will change.
Distance between the rings
- The recommended distance is about 50 cm (the standard in gymnastics).
- This setup allows all training styles and is also safe for children to use.
Safety tips
- Regularly check the stability of your mounting and the condition of the straps.
- Only attach the rings to stable constructions that can safely hold your body weight.
In the following video, Eric shows you what to look out for when installing ceiling hooks: