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  • Injury Prevention on Gymnastics Bars

    Injury Prevention on Gymnastics Bars

    Dive into our comprehensive guide on injury prevention for gymnastics bars! Discover essential warm-up routines, technique mastery tips, equipment maintenance practices, and more to ensure the safety and well-being of gymnasts.

  • Overcoming fear on the Balance Beam

    Overcoming fear on the Balance Beam

    Feeling fearful about the Balance Beam? We’ve got the strategies and tactics to help you overcome this and become a confident gymnast.

  • Care Tips for your Gymnastics Equipment

    Care Tips for your Gymnastics Equipment

    Welcome back to The Gym Spot – your go-to destination for all things gymnastics! Whether you’re a gymnast practicing at home or a dedicated club owner, taking care of your equipment is key to keeping it safe and durable. In this blog post, we’ve got the inside scoop on how to clean, inspect, and…

  • Club Focus: Ace Collective

    Club Focus: Ace Collective

    Club Focus looks at the grassroots of Australian gymnastics, specifically the people and organisations that keep the sport ticking! This month, we welcome Ace Collective, a sports and aerobics club centred in the Newcastle & Hunter Region. How did your club start? As Sport Aerobics continues to grow in the Newcastle & Hunter Region,…

  • Gymnastics State Events: March 2024

    Gymnastics State Events: March 2024

    Welcome to March! A new month means new state gymnastics events! Will you be attending any? Let us know by commenting below…   NSW March 9th: Acrobatic Gymnastics State Trial 1 @ Sydney Gymnastics Centre (12 North Parade, Rooty Hill. 2766). Levels 6-10 & International 11-16, 12-18, 13-19 & Senior.  March 9th: Men’s Artistic…

  • Club Focus: YMCA Caloundra

    Club Focus: YMCA Caloundra

    February’s Club Focus shines a spotlight on YMCA Caloundra! With over 6500 registered gymnasts, YMCA Caloundra fosters a thriving community by encouraging all participants to follow their heart.  1. How did your club start?  YMCA has a proud history in Gymnastics since 1951 and has recently become the largest Gymnastics provider in Queensland with…

  • From The Vault: Li Xiaopeng

    From The Vault: Li Xiaopeng

    Meet Li Xiaopeng, a legendary figure in the world of gymnastics whose journey to Olympic greatness is nothing short of inspiring.  His talent quickly caught the attention of coaches and selectors, propelling him onto the national stage as a promising young gymnast with boundless potential. With each competition, Li honed his skills and showcased…

  • Find Your Balance: A Guide to Acro Balance Trainers

    Find Your Balance: A Guide to Acro Balance Trainers

    Welcome back to The Gym Spot, your go-to source for all things gymnastics! Today we shine the spotlight on the Acro Balance Trainer. Acro Balance Trainers aren’t just your average gym equipment – they’re like your secret weapon for becoming a gymnastics superstar.  The versatility of Acro Balance Trainers allows for a wide range…

  • Gymnastics State Events: February 2024

    Gymnastics State Events: February 2024

    Welcome to a new year of gymnastics! The state events for February are as follows:   New South Wales February 24-25: Men’s Artistic State Trial 1. Levels 7-Senior. @ Sydney Gymnastics Centre. February 24-25: Rhythmic Gymnastics State Trial 1. Sub-Junior, Pre Junior, Level 9 & 10, Junior International, Senior International. @ National Centre of…

  • Club Focus: PCYC Queanbeyan

    Club Focus: PCYC Queanbeyan

    Welcome back to The Gym Spot’s Club Focus; a blog that focuses on sharing stories of different Gymnastic clubs and organisations across Australia. This month, we shift the focus to PCYC Queanbeyan, a club that aims to empower youth to reach their fullest potential. 1. How did your club start? Our club took its…