At Gymnastics Direct, we are lucky to have an amazing group of young gymnasts as part of our Ambassador program. In the past 3 years, we have followed each athletes journey in the world of gymnastics whilst highlighting their achievements and goals within the sport. This week, we introduce you to one of our newest ambassadors, Piper! Piper trains at Niddrie Gymnastics and is currently … Continue reading Insta- Famous: Piper
The Gym Spot looks at retired artistic gymnast Mykayla Skinner, who took home the silver medal in vault at the 2020 Olympic Games in Tokyo. Born in 1994, Skinner started in the sport of gymnastics in 2000. Her reason for starting was that she was heavily influenced by her sisters. She made her first debut in 2012, where she joined the US Senior National Team. … Continue reading From The Vault: MyKayla Skinner
Press to Handstand is a common yet difficult manoeuvre to master in gymnastics. In order to do this skill, the gymnast needs to have warmed up prior and conditioned. The Gym Spot looks at 5 ways in which a gymnast can build strength and condition prior to performing this movement. For Strength and Conditioning Lay flat on the ground against a wall with your hands … Continue reading Strength and Conditioning for Press Handstands
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
Protective matting is an essential part of gymnastics, cheerleading, acrobatics or any high impact sport. It allows for safer landings and helps build athletes’ confidence, especially when the individual is exposed to danger because of the potential fall height involved. Safety and function are crucial, and the question that arises most is, “What matting is most suitable for me or my child?” There is a … Continue reading How to Choose the Perfect Gymnastics Mat
Yoga Blocks are utilised within the practice of yoga for those who are struggling with their flexibility or for those who have just started practicing yoga. Yoga blocks are useful for building upper body strength, practising alignment, protecting and building strength in weak wrists and gaining more depth into particular yoga poses. While blocks are mostly for those who wish to start practising yoga but … Continue reading How to Use Yoga Blocks for Beginners
Gymnastics Direct’s Flexibility Trainer Strap is the perfect training aid for at home. It allows gymnasts, dancers, or cheerleaders to condition, maintain strength and improve their flexibility, balance and control! Take your training to the next level and improve your strength and flexibility with these 5 easy exercises. 1. Backbend After installing the trainer strap (find how to install here), put the straps on, stand with your feet … Continue reading 5 Flexibility Trainer Strap Exercises
Australian State Gymnastics November 14th-21st. Let us know if you’re attending any of these events or if we’ve missed something that you will be attending! Continue reading State Events November 14th-21st
We’re a bit early on this weeks event upload! But that gives you time to see what’s going on near you this week! Don’t forget to leave a comment letting us know if you’re attending anything listed or if we missed anything! Continue reading October 18th-24th State Events
