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State Events

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

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Advice for Gymnasts, Tips and Tricks

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

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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 18th: Far North Coast Region – Team Gym @ PCYC Grafton … Continue reading Gymnastics State Events for June 2022

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Advice for Gymnasts

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 preparation mentally AND physically that goes on behind the scenes. Whether … Continue reading Motivational and Inspirational Gymnastics Quotes

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Advice for Parents, The Mum Spot

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

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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. 1. Get up early and have a nutritious breakfast. Ensure that … Continue reading Gymnastics Competition Prep Tips for Parents and Gymnasts

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State Events

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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State Events

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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Advice for Gymnasts, Advice for Parents, Coaches Corner

Exercises to Improve Mobility for Gymnasts

Mobility is the ability to move freely without any additional strain or tension on the joints. It will allow an athlete to achieve a better and much wider range of movement. Mobility is also heavily linked to an individual’s underlining joint health and allows a gymnast or athlete to complete movements in flow without causing any strain or potential joint-related injuries. A large amount of … Continue reading Exercises to Improve Mobility for Gymnasts

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Club Focus

Club Focus: Jimboomba Gymnastics Club

‘Club Focus’ is all about recognising the amazing work that clubs and coaches are doing to keep the sport of gymnastics ticking! This week, we wanted to shed light on Jimboomba Gymnastics Club, a not-for-profit gymnastics club based in Queensland whose mission is to empower gymnasts to be the best they can be.   How did your club start? JGC celebrated their 20 yr official anniversary … Continue reading Club Focus: Jimboomba Gymnastics Club

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