Cheer Conditioning at Home

To help maintain strength and flexibility, it’s important for young cheerleaders to condition at home. The Gym Spot has put together some drills that will help with their conditioning training whilst the lockdown is in full effect, using minimal to no equipment. Warm Ups Naturally, before you participate in any type of physical activity, it is important to warm up. Participating in high impact activity without … Continue reading Cheer Conditioning at Home

How to Use An Incline Mat to Ace Those Acro Drills

Incline gymnastics mats or wedges are very versatile in regards to gymnastics, acro, cheerleading, dance and tumbling. They come in a small and a large size, and are a training aid that can be used for a variety of different manoeuvres and acing techniques when it comes to training regularly. The Gym Spot and Beats Per Minute Performing Arts have come together to show you … Continue reading How to Use An Incline Mat to Ace Those Acro Drills

Club Focus: Odyssey Sports

Odyssey Sports works with schools and clubs around Australia with a focus on improving athlete’s techniques and helping them overcome their mental obstacles. Tessa Petrie, owner, and director of Odyssey Sports takes us through her new venture towards giving back to the gymnastics and cheerleading community. Read through to find out more about their program! 1. How did Odyssey Sports started? Odyssey Sports was a … Continue reading Club Focus: Odyssey Sports

Insta-famous: Indiana

As a brand ambassador for multiple businesses, Indiana and her mum/Insta-manager Jacinta take pride in their online presentation and constantly put effort into representing these brands to their best ability. Indi is one of Gymnastics Direct’s newest ambassadors but even before holding this official title she happily promoted GD and her favourite equipment. Scrolling through Indi’s Instagram, it is clear she is proud to represent … Continue reading Insta-famous: Indiana