The minimum age requirement is arguably one of the most contentious rules in artistic gymnastics, and frequently debated by coaches, gymnasts and other members of the gymnastics community. Those in favor of the age limits argue that they promote the participation of older athletes in the sport, and spare younger gymnasts from the stress of competition and training at a high level. Opponents of the rule point out that junior gymnasts are scored under the same "Code of Points" as the seniors except with some restrictions, and juniors train mostly the same skills. They also feel that younger gymnasts need the experience of participating in major events in order to compete better as athletes, and if a junior has the skills and maturity to be competitive with seniors, he or she should be allowed that opportunity.