From The Vault: Dominique Dawes

Well-known in the gymnastics community as ‘Awesome Dawesome‘, Dominique Dawes an artistic U.S. gymnast and was a part of the U.S. gymnastics team for 10 years. Throughout her gymnastics career, Dawes was the 1994 U.S. Gymnastics Team all-rounder champion, a three-time Olympian, a World Championship silver and bronze medalist as well as a member of the gold medal-winning Magnificent Seven team at the 1996 Summer … Continue reading From The Vault: Dominique Dawes

Gymnastics State Events for July 2022

Check out the following state events for the month of July.   NSW: 5th-10th: NSW Country Championships @ Armidale City Gymnastics Club 23rd-24th: Acrobatic Gymnastics Intermediate State Trial 1 @ Sydney Gymnastics & Aquatic Centre 23rd-24th: Men’s Artistic Gymnastics Grand Prix @ Sydney Gymnastics & Aquatic Centre 23rd-24th: Women’s Artistic Gymnastics Level 5-7 Metro Zone 2 @ Sydney Gymnastics & Aquatic Centre 30th-31st: Rhythmic Gymnastics … Continue reading Gymnastics State Events for July 2022

Injury Prevention For Lower Back Pain

Introducing Dani from Edgeworth Physio! Dani graduated from the University of Newcastle in 2012, and and she works mostly with gymnasts, dancers, aerialists, cheer leaders and hypermobile people for when it comes to recovery from sports- and movement- related injuries, as well as provides ways in which you can prevent them. Gymnastics, acrobatics, aerial and cheer are high risk sports, meaning that athletes are prone … Continue reading Injury Prevention For Lower Back Pain

How To Do A Handstand To Chest Roll

A handstand to chest roll is a great skill to learn when transitioning from a standing position, to laying flat on the floor. Our friends at Beats Per Minute Performing Arts show us how to execute this skill, and with practice, how different variations can be performed within the sports of gymnastics, acro and dance! View this post on Instagram A post shared by Dance … Continue reading How To Do A Handstand To Chest Roll

Best Balance Exercises for Gymnasts

One of the biggest components that contributes to the sport of gymnastics is balance. Balance is defined as the body’s ability to control its centre of gravity over its base of support. Gymnasts need to be able to adequately maintain their balance, especially when it comes to performing manoeuvres on a balance beam, tumbling in a straight line or performing a floor routine. Here’s some … Continue reading Best Balance Exercises for Gymnasts

Gymnastics State Events for June 2022

Check out the following state events for the month of June.  NSW: 4th-5th: Hunter Region – WAG L3-8 & TRP Zone 4 Qualifier @ PCYC Cessnock 5th: Met West Region – TRP Qualifier @ SGAC 5th: Southern Region – Rainbow Festival @ Gymtastic Kids- Wollondilly Leisure Centre 10th-12th: Tamworth Gymnastics – Country Capital Cup 18th: Far North Coast Region – Team Gym @ PCYC Grafton … Continue reading Gymnastics State Events for June 2022

Why It’s Good For Kids to Compete in a Gymnastics Competition

Competing in gymnastics or any other competitive sport is highly recommended to kids of all ages. It provides a rewarding challenge for them and teaches them some important life lessons! Here are some other reasons why gymnastics can be good for kids. Working towards a competition means that gymnasts will start to take the time to fine-tune and perfect their technique within a given deadline. … Continue reading Why It’s Good For Kids to Compete in a Gymnastics Competition

What to Wear and Bring to a Gymnastics Competition

Comp season is a great time for gymnasts to show off all the skills that they have been working hard on at the gym and be rewarded for their efforts and dedication. To ensure the day runs smoothly as possible, parents and gymnasts need to be organised.  Below is a list of things your gymnasts need to wear and bring to a gymnastics competition! For … Continue reading What to Wear and Bring to a Gymnastics Competition

Tips to Master Your Handstand with Flying Yogis

Are you struggling to do a handstand? Don’t worry! Yogi Amanda & Little Yogi Rani is here to help you. From various strength exercises to drills, the team at Flying Yogis shows us their top 10 tips to help you nail your handstand and improve your balance in no time! To be able to do a handstand, you need to build your core and shoulder strength. Core and … Continue reading Tips to Master Your Handstand with Flying Yogis