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From the Vault

From The Vault: Carly Patterson

Carly Patterson, born on February 4, 1988, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, is a former American artistic gymnast who left an indelible mark on the sport during her competitive career. From a young age, Patterson displayed exceptional talent and dedication to gymnastics, capturing the attention of coaches and enthusiasts alike. She began formal training at a local gym, laying the foundation for a remarkable journey that … Continue reading From The Vault: Carly Patterson

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Club Focus

Club Focus: Natimuk District Gymnastic Club

For this week’s Club Focus, we’d like to introduce Natimuk & District Gymnastic Club, a club located in the small town of Natimuk, Western Victoria. Big thanks to Head Coach Lynette for taking the time to answer our Club Focus questionnaire. Read on to get to know them and how they’ve helped the local community and surrounding districts of Natimuk in the past 60 years!   1. … Continue reading Club Focus: Natimuk District Gymnastic Club

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Advice for Gymnasts, Tips and Tricks

How to do a Press Handstand

A press handstand is a handstand that can be performed from either a standing or sitting position, and essentially is the gymnast pulling themselves up from the ground with a ‘pressing’ motion in order to form a handstand. This skill is quite complex as it takes a lot of strength in the upper body and the gymnast’s core. The Gym Spot gives a step-by-step guide … Continue reading How to do a Press Handstand

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Club Focus

Club Focus: Roleystone Gymnastics Club

Introducing our latest club to sit in the hot seat for club focus, Roleystone Gymnastics Club! How did your club start? RGC, have been operating for over 35 years.  We started as a small club in our local Roleystone Hall packing away all the equipment every day and setting up again the next day. In the early 90’s we moved to our current building a … Continue reading Club Focus: Roleystone Gymnastics Club

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