There are specific dress codes for gymnastics competitions which, depending on the kind of gymnastics, include leotards for females or leotards and pants for males. You don't need to use a leotard to practice gymnastics inside a gym. read more
On competitions you must wear a leotard. Thats was the regular gymnastics (artistic gymnastics) In rhythmic gymnastics you also can wear a black leotard. Also rhythmic gyms have dress codes, Maybe a leotard with leggings or maybe a black tank top with leggings with shorts. I wear a black top with sport shorts. read more
Yes, I would wear a leotard to gymnastics. They are safer and are designed for gymnastics. You will have a greater range of motion and you will be able to stretch farther in it. I am a gymnast and a cheerleader, and I would definitely wear a leotard to gymnastics. read more
Wear a Dance comfort fit bra as the straps are clear so will not show at the top of your leotard, and there are no ribs or seams to show through your leotard or to dig in to your ribs during floor work. read more