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Ambassador: Grace
Introducing Grace to the 2023 Gymnastic Direct Ambassador team! Grace is a proud student at Perth Gymnastics Academy in WA where she has the most fun with her friends. What do you love most about your sport? I love competing with my squad! I also love challenging myself to do new skills, and to…
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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,…
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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…
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Gymnastics State Events for October 2022
Check out the following state events for October. NSW: 15th-16th: Acrobatic Gymnastics Junior State Trial 2 @ Sydney Gymnastics & Aquatic Centre 15th-16th: Rhythmic Gymnastics Junior Invitational @ Sydney Gymnastics & Aquatic Centre 23rd: Gymnastics for All – FreeG Grand Prix #2 @ Gosford Gymnastics 28th-30th: Junior State Championships @ Sydney Gymnastics & Aquatic…
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Gymnastics State Events for September 2022
Check out the following State events for September. NSW: 9th-11th: State Club Championships @ Sydney Gymnastics & Aquatic Centre 9th-11th: MAG/WAG State Club Championships @ Sydney Gymnastics & Aquatic Centre 10th-11th: Rhythmic Gymnastics Multiples State Championships & Grand Prix Final @ Sydney Gymnastics & Aquatic Centre 17-18th: Acrobatic Gymnastics Junior State Trial 1…
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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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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…