tumbling, tramp, diving, acrobatics, circus, cheer, dance, martial arts, X sports … and more
The former FIG MTC will leave his job in Switzerland, returning to take a position with the Powers Gymnastics group in Houston.
Steve will definitely be missed overseeing international meets. But we thank him for his endless energy and enthusiasm in the international spotlight through his years at FIG.
For me the most useful piece of equipment in any Gym is the tumbling trampoline.
High reps. Less stress. Fewer overuse injuries. Good form and technique.
Very helpful for everyone.
The Men’s Artistic Gymnastics blog linked to videos of young Chinese Artistic gymnasts competing on tumbling trampoline.
Click PLAY or watch it on YouTube. Smart.
Click PLAY or watch it on YouTube.
It was Tumbl Trak founder Doug Davis who first popularized tumbling trampolines.
In fact, Doug saw a homemade version being used by a coach from Quebec. And asked if he could start making them himself. #history
Click PLAY or watch it on YouTube.
Click PLAY or watch it on YouTube.
#respect
Click PLAY or watch it on YouTube.
The USA Gymnastics Xcel program was developed as an alternative competitive program offering a bit more freedom for gymnasts and coaches.
GymnasticsHQ compares Xcel with the traditional USAG Development Program (formerly Junior Olympic rules):
Canada also offers Xcel. And it’s used in some other nations, including Bermuda.
Sapphire is newest. It’s being piloted in USA Regions 3, 6, 7, and 8.
If interested, check the documentation on USAGym.org.
If you know Xcel, click over to GymnasticsHQ which has a succinct summary of changes for 2022-2026.
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