I first saw Allan at the Peter Vidmar competition in 2004. First chance I went to congratulate him on his awesome gymnastics and to meet his coach.
At age-8, Allan was already amazing.
He’s now 12-years-old and still amazing, competing double back & 2 1/2 twist on FX, Magyar & Silvado on PH, Tsukahara 1 1/2 twist, Heally and double back on PB, and much more.
Great technique and artistry. Careful coaching.
Allan debuted his new routines for this season at a competition in Phoenix this weekend in preparation for Blackjack / Winter Cup coming up in Las Vegas.
His coach, Chris Sommer, is concerned about FIG rules, as are most thoughtful coaches. Chris feels there is too much reward for tumbling, vault and ring strength, not enough credit for technique of swing on PH, PB and HB.
Coach Sommer is well respected as a strength expert. He sells Xtreme rings on his Gymnastics Bodies website.
interview with Allan Bower – Gymnastics Bodies
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