12 is Not Too Old for Gymnastics

12 years old is in no way too late to start enjoying the fun and the benefits of the sport of gymnastics. It is perfect sport for getting toned. Continue reading

Separation Anxiety and Young Gymnasts

Dealing with and reducing the level of the very normal separation anxiety that young gymnasts often show is simply a function of understanding what helps. Continue reading

Katelyn Ohashi is ELEVEN in this Video

Katelyn Ohashi is eleven in this video and show an awesome routine full of tricks, including a great mount! Continue reading

Lost When Twisting Fulls and 1&1/2s

Coach Howard helps an injured gymnast get her twisting back on track. Continue reading

Parental Viewing Rights

Parents want to view their child’s gymnastics classes when they want and gyms want gymnasts to not be distracted. What is the correct balance? Continue reading

Communication and Understanding Can Be Problematic

Who can parents trust for the information they want and need about their gymnast’s career, talent and prospects? Continue reading

Mirror Training for Gymnastics

While video is an effective visual feedback tool for gymnasts, mirror training lets gymnasts know what they look like and provides instant feedback. Continue reading

7 Steps to The Future of Women’s Vaulting

Women’s vaulting has followed in the footsteps of men’s vaulting over the history of the sport. Here are the 7 steps necessary for that trend to continue. Continue reading

Quadrennium Coaching for Gymnastics

For any gymnast or coach who really wishes to become or coach an Olympian, they need to plan training from the very beginning to match the 4 year cycle. Continue reading

Zero to Elite in 4 Years

The expectations of coaches for their rate of their gymnast’s progress is often a huge factor in keeping gymnasts from achieving their potential. Continue reading