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Injury Prevention for Achilles Tendon
The Achilles tendon connects the muscles in the calf (gastrocs and soleus) to the heel bone (calcaneus). It is one of the thickest tendons in the body. The Achilles, calf and foot act as a spring, absorbing energy when we land from tricks and using that stored energy to give us the power to…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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From The Vault: Laurie Hernandez
Laurie Hernandez was born on the 9th of June, 2000 and is a renowned, American artistic gymnast. During the year of her debut as a senior gymnast, she competed as a member of the US women’s gymnastics team, which held the title of the “Final Five” at the 2016 Summer Gymnastics. The Final Five’s…
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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…
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Motivational and Inspirational Gymnastics Quotes
On a surface level, gymnastics is a complex sport that requires strength, flexibility and agility. But it also requires athletes to have patience, develop perseverance and be open-minded about the sport and opportunities that might come their way. Despite what we see at the Olympics or any other competition, there is a lot of…
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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…
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Gymnastics Competition Prep Tips for Parents and Gymnasts
Competitions can be nerve-racking even for the most seasoned competitors (and their parents too) – so we thought we would give some tips and hints for a smooth competition day! Here is a list of competition prep tips for both gymnasts and parents, in order to help make competition time as stress-free as possible.…
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Gymnastics State Events for May 2022
Check out the following State events for the month of May. NSW: 1st: Aerobic State Team Training 1st: Men’s Artistic Gymnastics State Team Training @ Sydney Gymnastics & Aquatic Centre 1st: Rhythmic Gymnastics State Team Training @ Shire Gymnastics, Kirrawee 1st: WAG State Team Training @ Sydney Gymnastics & Aquatic Centre 15th: Hunter Region…