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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 of training methods, making them an invaluable tool for gymnastics enthusiasts … Continue reading Find Your Balance: A Guide to Acro Balance Trainers

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8 Stretches to Master the Splits

Mastering the splits requires dedication and consistent effort! By learning the right techniques and sticking to a structured approach, you can make significant progress in your flexibility journey. In this blog, we take a look at five valuable stretches to help you master the splits at home. Never try to rush the process or push yourself to ‘overstretch’ when attempting to master the splits as … Continue reading 8 Stretches to Master the Splits

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Ambassador: Myla

Meet Myla, one of Gymnastic Direct’s newest ambassadors. Myla is a seven-year-old gymnast who is passionate about challenging herself and constantly improving. What do you love most about gymnastics? I love gymnastics because I get to learn lots of new and challenging skills. I get to meet lots of new friends and have fun, and it pushes me to get better and stronger every day. … Continue reading Ambassador: Myla

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Club Focus

Club Focus: Sydney Uni Gymnastics Club

Located at the University of Sydney, Camperdown, The Sydney Uni Gymnastics Club (SUG) creates a fun-filled environment for gymnastic enthusiasts of all skill sets. President and head coach, Immanuel, describes SUG as a club that promotes social connection and friendships. How did your club start? The Sydney Uni Gymnastics Club (SUG) is a volunteer-run club, founded in 1957 by the Sydney University Sports and Fitness … Continue reading Club Focus: Sydney Uni Gymnastics Club

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Moon Walkover Tips & Variations

The moon walkover is an integral skill for both dance and acro students. In order to perform this movement, athletes must have strong and flexible ankles, as well as a strong back walkover. The moon walkover focuses primarily on building ankle flexibility, alignment, mobility, stability and strength. Join Beats Per Minute Performing Arts as they guide us through some helpful moon walkover tips and variations … Continue reading Moon Walkover Tips & Variations

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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 Workshop- GFA Fundamentals @ Kurri Kurri Gymnastics 15th: Acrobatic Gymnastics Southern … Continue reading Gymnastics State Events for May 2022

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Gymnastics State Events for April 2022

Check out the following state events for the month of April. VIC: 2nd: 2022 Victorian Tumbling Qualifying #4 @ Palmer’s Gym 2nd-3rd: ACR State Trial 2 @ Nunawading Gymnastics & Sports Club 2nd-3rd: MAG State Trial 2 Level 5-Senior including Special Olympics Nationals Qualifier @ Victorian State Gymnastics Centre 2nd-3rd: WAG State Trial 4 Level 8 – 10 (Div 2) including Level 7 Invite (Border … Continue reading Gymnastics State Events for April 2022

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How to Strap a Wrist: Kinesiology vs Rigid Tape

Comp season is well and truly amongst us! It is important for athletes and coaches to understand how to strap adequately and know what type of tape to use for injury or optimal performance. Pulled muscles, tendons, and sprains are some of the most common injuries that arise in the sports of gymnastics, acrobatics and cheerleading. Finding the right tape to suit your needs can … Continue reading How to Strap a Wrist: Kinesiology vs Rigid Tape

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Backward Roll Extension Drills

A back extension roll is an important skill progression. The motion of lifting your body with your shoulders extended is very similar to when you learn how to do a giant on the bars. Whilst mastering the overall movement of a back extension roll can be quite daunting, our friends at Beats Per Minute Performing Arts show us some progressive drills that can assist and … Continue reading Backward Roll Extension Drills

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