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Transcript of Technique Magazine - July 1995
AN OFFICIAL PUBLICATION OF USA GYMNASTICS
Inside
July 1995 Vol. 15, #7
Incorporating Reading Readiness Into Preschool Gymnastics
USA Gymnastics Online: The Forum
Trouble Shooting For Cheer Coaches
Erna Wachtel: 1907-1995
ASEP Coaching Principles
1995 Congress
,/ Developing A Positive Teaching Philosophy For Young Gymnasts
Felge To Front Uprise: A Biomechanical Analysis
Transform Your Office ... Into A Profit, Enrollment Building Entity
3rd National GymFest Update
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Educational Materials
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"HE GYM COACH SERIES SERIES ,: LEVEL 4 WOMEN'S ARTISTIC From worm·up to the handspring vault. From a beam complex to kip cast handstands. Many of the skills and preparation that you need to produce a gymnast ready for Level 4. Meg Warren and Richard Kearns are the coaches. A Charles Minster production.
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SERIES 2: Sf"L COACHING WOMEN'S ARTISTIC A video to assist the teaching of advanced skills and techniques for women's artistic gymnastics. Thirty·nine skills with more than 185 progressions including Tsukahara, double backs, giant circles and back handsprings on beam. This video carries on from Series 1. Colin and Christine Still are the coaches. Skills are presented in an easy to follow manner. A Charles Minster Production.
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Sleills included:
VAULf Handspring; handspring with full twist; 1/ 2 on 1/2 off; Tsukohara; handspring front salta.
BARS Kip to cast; cast to handstand; straddle back to handstand; layout flyaway; layout flyaway with full twist; top change; blind change; clear hip circle to handstand; back giant; front giant; double flyaway.
BEAM Beam complex; spins and turns; hands to feet • landing; back walkover; flic flac; handstand to flic floc; flic flac, flic floc; flic flac layout salta; RO and RO tuck back salta.
fUMBLING Flic floc; round-off; backward salta; backward salta tucked; double back salta tucked; layout back salta with 1/2 twist; layout back salta with full twist; hand supporting the twist action; layout front salta with 1/2 and full twist; 1/ 2, full and double twist; handspring; handspring with salta; handspring + salta with 1/ 2 twist; handspring + salta with full twist.
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publisher Editor Designer Men's Program Director Women/s Program Director Rhythmic Program Director
Ka thy Scanlan Steve Whitlock Cindy L. Reed
Ron Galimore
Kathy Kel ly
Nora Campbell
USA GYMNASTICS BOARD OF DIRECTORS (hair: landy Knopp; President: Kathy lcanlan; President Emeri· tus: Mike Donohue; Amateur Athletic Union: It an AtkinlOn; American Sokol Organization: Jerry Milon; American T rampo· line & Tumbling Assodation: Wayne Downing; Americon Turners: Betty Heppner; Jewish Community Centers: Lori Katz; National Association of Collegiate Gymnastics (oaches for Men: Abie Grossleld; Notional Association of (allegi.te Gym· nastics (oaches for Women: Gail Davis; Notional Association for Girls and Women in Sport: Or. Mimi Murr.y; N.tion.1 Association of Women's Gymnastics Judges: Yvonne Hodge; National (ollegi.te Athletic Association:Jane BeHs, Lou Burkel; N.tion.1 Federation of State High School Associations: IUlOn True; National Gymnastics Judges Associ.tion: Horry Bjerke; Notion.1 High School Gymnostics (oaches Associ.tion: John BrinkwMh; Speci.1 Olympics, Inc.: K.te Faber·Hi(kie; U.S. Rhythmi( Gymnastics (oaches Association: lu,ie Orrullio; U.S. Association of Independent Gym (Iubs: LOnle (rowley; U.S. Elite (oaches Association for Men's Gymnastics: Peler Kormann; U.S. Elite Coaches Association for Women's Gymnastics: Tony Gehman, Roe Kreutzer; U.S. Men's Gymnastics Coaches Association: Marc Yancey; U.S. Sports Acrobatics Federation: 80nnie Davidson; Young Men's Christian Association of the USA: Ri(k Dodson; USA Gymnastics N.tion.1 Membership Directors: Men's:Jim Holt, R1y Gura; Women's: Jim Arrher, Julio Thompson·Aret,; Rhythmic: Allo Ivirsky, Ule Alt· (orberry Athlete' s Advisory (ouncil: Wendy Hilliard, (hair; Chris Woller, vice choir; Krislen Kenoyer Woodland, sec; Tanya Service Choplin, Dione "0,," fosler, Koryn Lyon Glover, Peter Vidmar, (onrod Voorsonger; USO( Athlete Represent.tive: Mi(helle Ousserre.
USA GYMNASTICS EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE Chair: landy Knopp; Speci.1 Advisor to the (hairman of the Boord: Roe Kreutzer; President: Kothy llOnlon; Secretory: Mike Milidonis; Vice (hair Women: HanlY Marshall; Vice (hoir Men: Tim Oaggell; Vice (h.i, Rhythmic: Condace Feinberg; FIG Women' s Terhniral (ommittee: jarkie Fie; FIG Rhythmic Techni(ol (ommittee: Andrea Schmid·lhapiro; FIG Men's Terh· nical Committee: Bill Roet,heim; At Lorge Members:Jim Ho~ung, Joon Moore; Athlete Directors: Tonyo Service (hoplin, Wendy Hilliord, Peter Vidmar; USO( Athlete Represent.tive: Mi(helle Dusserre; President Emeritus: Mike Donohue.
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Contents Preschool Gymnastics Incorporoting Reoding Readiness into Preschool Gymnastics
Telecommunications USA Gymnastics Online: The Farum
Cheemastics Trouble Shooting for Cheer Coaches
In Memory Erna Wachtel: 1907·1995
Coaches Education ASEP Coaching Principles PPD Level II Grandparenting Applicatian
1995 Congress General Information Tentative Congress Schedule Pre·Registratian Farm Add·Ons Registration Form
1995 Coca-Cola National Championship Ticket Information
Preschool Gymnastics Developing a Positive Teaching Philosophy for Young Gymnastcs
Skill Analysis FeIge to Front Uprise: A Biomechanical Analysis
Business Transfarm your Office: Into a Profit( Enrollment Building Entity
General Gymnastics 3rd National GymFest Update
Announcements Announcements from Dennis Mcintyre Re: Austrian Meet Invitational Region VI Congress Affenion Club Owners and Coaches Attention Games Enthusiasts!
Task Force Task Force on USAG Response to the Female Athlete Triad: Overview
Men's Minutes Special Olympic Planning Session Men 's Program Committee Canference Call
Rhythmic Minutes Junior Olympic Program Committee Meeting
Rhythmic Gymnastics Level 6 Floor Pattern Revision
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Preschool Gymnastics ---
INCORPORATING READING READINESS INTO PRESCHOOL GYMNASTICS
Patti Komara
In o,d" to have '"0'""- Slide left or right Throwing different size opment of the skeletal or large ful preschool programs, Side chasses down beam balls through hoops muscles to produce efficient to-the coaches and owners
Three dimensional cues tal body movement. Examples
have to please both their Directionality are: customers-the parent Directionality is an aware- Height, width, and Jumping Jacks and the child. The child ness of space outside the body breadth. Any aerobic exercises such wants fun. The parents want and involves; (a) knowledge of Fat balance beam panel mats as jogging, running, fun for their child and educa- directions in relation to right
tion. It's our job to educate par- and left, in and out, and up and Beam with pad, regulation beam, or a galloping, skipping, and
ents regarding the benefits of down; (b) the projection of self line on the floor hopping
bringing their children to gym . in space; and (c) the judging of Forward roll down a three Words and letter recognition One of the keys of advertis- distances between objects. foo t wedge verses a four Large tape carpet squares
ing for new students is to sell Conceptual words such as foot wedge with letters the benefits. Here are some of up and down, or forward Two dimensional cues the benefits you can use for sell- and backward
On tramp/mats
ing the "Why's?" of the pro-Over and under obstacle
Examples are: Sing the" ABC's" on gram. It helps increase: Instead of carpet squares .. . trampoline
course Focus a different letter each Self. esteem Dominoes or smiley foces mode out of Still object through moving week Autonomy object ethafoam
Kinesthetic awareness Hand through swinging hoop Flintstones theme; cut "steaks" out of Sensory discrimination Motor skill development Body through flying rings ethafoam This includes everything but Flexibility Stopping rolling ball with L/R foot Targets and rubber hand hearing. Examples are:
Strength Moving object through still prints Cold floor, wood plank,
Coordination object "Can you fit through this multi -carpeted
Cooperation Boll through still hoop opening?" Cool-Whip pool
Listening skills Bean bag through clown Sma" motor coordination Hard side and soft side of incline mats
Reading readiness Their body through space Small (fine) motor coordina-Auditory factors We're going to focus on the Object through moving tion (use of small muscles) re-
last benefit on this list. Follow- object suIts from the development of Listening and hearing abili-ing are various ways to incor-
Ball through swinging hoop (hand-eye the muscles to the degree that ties. Examples are:
pOl·ate reading readiness into they can perform specific small Sound cues, whistles, your preschool classes. and foot-eye coordination) movements. Examples are: rhythm instruction
Laterality Body through rolling hula hoop Finger-plays such as, "Itsy Chao-Chao train to next
Distance, size, and object Bitsy Spider" moving station Laterality is internalizing the down a leg while sitting in awareness of the difference be- through space a straddle Freeze game tween left and right. It is the Examples are: "Busy Block" with zippers, Jack in Box (1 - 2- 3- Ta-ability to control the two sides
Hitting a ball off the top of buckles, snaps (available Da!) of the body together or sepa- a cone through a hoop from Mancino Co.) Any music rately and is the motor basis for
hanging from the bars Fine-motor boards Clapping spatiality. Examples are:
Turning on tramp Catching balloon on a
Large motor coordination Receptive language trampoline Bunny hops left and right Kicking balloon and then Large (gross) motor coord i- Understanding the spoken Learning left verses right. catching it nation results from the devel- word. Examples are:
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Problem solving
Creative movement zoo, jungle, move through Jello
Find a way to roll down ...
Move through weather (snow storm, drizzle, sunshine)
How can you move on three body-parts across the mat?
Expressive language Using imaginative phrases
and moving one's body creatively. Examples are:
Pencil points / fishhooks
Butterfly catcher
Squish you into a squat!
A big lunge
Any superlative to increase positive re-enforcement
Attention span To learn it? Repeat same skill with different stations such as forward roll down incline, after dismount from beanl. on line.
Perpetual motion
Symbolizing Examples are:
Recognizing symbols and shapes
Traffic safety signs (stop signs, yield, RR)
Imitating Learning through visual ob
servation or demonstration. Examples are:
Move like a bunny
Warm-ups imitating correct movements
Creative expression A child' s ability to create
movement through various stimuli. Examples are:
Yoga moves such as cobra, tree, or..
Popcorn on parachute
Creative movement such as balloon dancing. Have each child move to music freely with balloon that has a crepe paper tail.
Preschool Gymnastics
Weight and time concepts Understanding weight, nu
merals, numbering, and relationship to time. Examples are:
Three's-count to five
Know first and lost, second, third
Might know phone number
Four's - count to 10
Know first through fifth
(om pare distance run to closest
Dimensions small and big
Might know add ress
Five's-count to 20
Know first through tenth
Unequal sets; greater or lesser
Might know parents' names
Quick verses slow, heavy verses light, and so forth
Countdown! "We only have five minutes left... three ... " etc.
As an instructor, it's important to give a handout sheet to the parents explaining how you incorporate these aspects into your program and why. Also, use these terms and explanations throughout the class . If you' re teaching a four or five years old class where the parents are not included in the class, you will need to provide written explanation sheets of the aspects used.
Parents are more willing to pay for education than for fun. It's very important to educate your parents about how ~ educate their children.
Be sure all your staff is familiar and comfortable with these terms. Review them, test them, and continually train your staff to incorporate not only the terms and explanations, but the drills, too.
We know the three keys to success are st aff, facility, and curricul urn. You should focus on curriculum-then educate your staff to educate your students' parents on the positive learning aspects of preschool gymnastics can be and how it increases the children's reading readiness.
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Project From : BRIANNE To : ALL
Does anyone know where I could write to for information on Sever ' s disease /Osgood Schlatter . I am doing a science project on the subject , and need more information . Thanks , I appreciate it . - BRIANNE
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FORUM) 1757 3-APR 00:14 General Gymnastics Info RE : project (Re : Msg 1755 ) From: BJCORR To : BRIANNE
BRIANNE , Both Sever ' s and Osgood ' s were covered very well in
articles in Technique Magazine , don ' t remember the exac t issues . You might also try a WAI S if you have Internet access . - bjcorr@delphi . com
FORUM) 1763 5-APR 23:26 General Gymnastics Info RE : project (Re : Msg 1755) From : DON401 To : BRIANNE
Feel free to e-mail me your questions about OsgoodSchla t ter syndrome . I am a cer ti f ied a thletic trainer and a gymnastics coach and I would be more than happy to explain this condition to you .
FORUM) 1765 6-APR 01:40 General Gymnastics Info RE : project (Re : Msg 1763 ) From : RAYFLIP To : DON401
Hey Don , I would also love any info on Osgood-Schlatter syndrome . Could you put a little something together and post it in you free time? I know little to nothing about it but feel it's something I should have at least a little understanding , Thanks in advance, - Ray : )
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FORUM> 1774 9-APR 19 : 22 General Gymnastics Info RE : project (Re : Msg 1763) From: VOISIN To : DON401
I have 2 kids (boys) who complain all the time about their knees . What do you suggest if they have the · oss . .. . syndrome · sorry I cant spell it .
FORUM> 1782 10-APR 22:49 General Gymnastics Info RE : project (Re : Msg 1774) From : DON401 To : VOISIN
First and foremost you need to know the exact cause of their symptoms and complaints . Is it Osgood-Schlatter or some other patella femoral syndrome? I will have something out by April 21. In the mean time feel free to e-mail me with a more complete list of signs and symptoms.
Thanx .
FORUM> 1784 11-APR 12:22 General Gymnastics Info RE : project (Re : Msg 1782) From: WMASANDS To : DON401
Osgood-Sch l atter's disease is a relatively common ailment that afflicts many areas of the body , not just the knee. There is a condition of Osgood-Schlatter of the spine. Moreover, I have found that many people mi sdiagnose distal patellar pain as Osgood-Schlatters when it is patellar tendonitis , or Jumper ' s knee . Examination of the tib i al tuberosity shows no pain, or at least minuscule pain. However , examining the inferior border of the patella results in significant pain . Be sure that the Doc knows vlhat to look for. I have been surprised to find that Docs often don ' t physically examine the area--just relying on x-ray, and don't know the difference.
Bill
FORUM> 1792 12-APR 12:02 General Gymnastics Info RE : project (Re : Msg 1784) From : DON401 To : WMASANDS
'his is exactly why I am preparing this information . Misdiagnosis is common.
Thanx for the input .
FORUM> 1841 2 4-APR 00:50 General Gymnastics Info RE: project (Re : Msg 1784) From: OTOM To : WMASANDS
I have seen many sore knees that were diagnosed as chondro malacia . . . crooked knee cap ... was I close . Usually thi s is mild and combination of ice, anti inflamitories . .. Advil / Motrin &, a knee wrap can get kids by with a full training load . I have seen two athletes with this that had to have it surgically corrected also. I use to think of Osgood ' s as a boys problem where I would see more girls having a similar problem but in their heels ... . especially the dancers .
Gary
FORUM> 1842 24-APR 14:11 General Gymnastics Info RE : project (Re : Msg 1841) From : WMASANDS To: OTOM
Sadly , I have seen girls told to quit the sport because the Doc told them they might fracture their leg . I have also seen jumper's knee misdiagnosed as Osgood ' and the girl told to layoff gymnastics for 6 months . In addition, I have seen Docs treat and X-ray the wrong knee, be apparently totally ignorant of the athletic training remedies that work quite well , and tell the kid that it was due to her diet alone . Sheeesh
Bill Sands
FORUM> 1843 24 -APR 22 :2 5 General Gymnastics Info RE : project (Re : Msg 1842) From : DON401 To : WMASANDS
Misdiagnosis is all to common especially when a fami ly physician wi th no training in spor ts medicine is the GATE KEEPER . That is why it is imperative that coaches establish a working relationship with an athletic trainer tnd / or a competent or thopeadic physician. I would caution
coaches not to dismiss a diagnosis , and treat an injury the way they think it should be treated . Seek a second opinion from a qualified physician.
As a coach and a cer tified athletic trainer, I to am frustrated by the diagnosis my athletes sometimes receive
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from certain doctors in our area . But I have learned who understands the sport of gymnastics and is sensitive to the training requirements of my athletes . These are the physicians that get my referrals . If coaches do not have such people readily available , then take the time to educate a physician and invite them to be a part of your /Iteam",
DM
FORUM> 1844 25-APR 23:01 General Gymnastics Info RE : project (Re : Msg 1841) From : DON401 To : OTOM
The condition that is like Osgood-Schlatter of the heel is called Sever's Disease . This is also an apophysitis of the calcaneus or heel bone from repeated stress on the Achilles Tendon. One way to help reduce the symptoms is to place a 1/4 inch or heel lift in the shoe . This will shorten the calf muscles and make the athlete more comfortable . Symptoms should resolve in 1 to 2 weeks at which time you should remove the heel lift . Rest is indicated secondary to the degree of symptoms . Once again, make sure you have a definitive diagnosis, before treating this condition . Good luck with your athletes,
OM
FORUM> 1846 26 -APR 01:35 General Gymnastics Info RE : project (Re : Msg 1843) From: OTOM To: DON401
In most cases these bizarre tales of mis-advice from physicians are from the old all-most retired GP ' s . We have one i n our area that tells kids to put heat on their sore ankles. I really got a kick out of one of my kids that told him ... coach says never put heat on an injury . I was concerned that he might think I was contradicting his advice so I called him. Turned out that the person advised had nothing at all wrong and he basically was giving them a placebo .. to feel bet ter . He laughed when I said I would still have recommended ice .... By the way .. . he also gave one of our soft handed girls a prescription for BAG BAUM I believe it is intended for cows with sore udders . WOW it is good stuff for healing up significan t rips . He asked me what I used and he laughed when I told him chap stick .
Gary
FORUM> 1847 26-APR 01:35 General Gymnastics Info RE : project (Re : Msg 1844) From : OTOM To : DON401
How do feel about the heel cups . The ones our kids show up with are like you described ... soft rubber and about 1/2 inch lifts . I would think the older harder plastic ones wou ld help distribute impacts to the whole area . Like the fl ack jackets do in football .
Gary
FORUM> 1863 1-MAY 21:51 General Gymnastics Info RE : project (Re : Msg 1846) From: DON401 To : OTOM
THAT Bag Baum stuff works wonders and can be used for many types of condi tions . I t contains an anesthetic and analgesic . I first heard about the stuff from one of my farmer patients . Sometimes old medicine tricks can still work take care .
DM
FORUM> 1864 1-MAY 21:54 General Gymnastics Info RE : project (Re : Msg 1847) From : DON401 To : OTOM
The heel lifts I described were to be worn during daily activities of walking and such . As for the use of Heel Cups , the idea is to absorb force at the painful area. So to distribute this force to the rest of the foot may cause other problems . Good luck .
- Don
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Cheemastics
TROUBLE SHOOTING FOR CHEER COACHES
Karen Bucaro, M.S.
C ~=~~a~~~~~i~: number of appetites to satisfy . There is The National
Federation of State High Schools (NFSHS), the governing body for spirit rules, which oversees all the cheerleading material prepared within the edu-ational main
stream. Then there 's some 200 cheerleading organizations who have adopted or modified the NFSHS rules to fit their cheerleading camps, workshops, national championships, and special events. Then there are the cheerleaders, complete with a number of additional elements (parents, school schedules, jobs, community service work, etc.) whose participation completes the spirit receipe for the cheering industry.
With so many demands being shouted at these coaches, it 's no wonder they get flustered with common cheerleading performance errors. They may get m ysterious excuses from parents for why their child missed a practice; the rolling of eyes from cheerleaders when corrective criticism is offered for their poor motion technique; azy practice sessions because
of busy schedules; all contrib-uting to form breaks on jumps, sloppy tumbling passes, missed partner stunts, shaky pyramids and so on.
It's important to understand that in many cases, you may never prevent all performance problems. You may rearrange the cheer formations to hide individual flaws or perform cheers with only partner stunts to avoid using motions or even change practice times to im-
pro ve energy levels. These examples however, only hide a symptom instead of correcting the cause. The lack of isolating and perfecting minor performance errors could cost your squad an opportunity to perform at a special event or a championship title.
Trouble Shooting Secrets for Coaches
Wouldn't it be great to have a handy trouble shooting reference chart for those minor cheerleading performance problems? Following is such a quick reference chart. A simple solution
that identifies Cheernastics performance problems (practical remedies for common cheerleader-gymnastics errors).
To use the chart, simply locate the Cheernastics category, identify the symptom(s), check for possible causes and try the suggested remedies . If you see no improvement after trying
one suggestion, move on to
a n -other and
then another until
you find a satisfactory solu
tion. For example, one possible cause for
low height on jumps is poor fundamental skills . A suggested remedy for improving jumping skills is plyometric training. If such training shows no improvement after a sufficient time (four to six weeks), try another remedy like working on the jump approach or implementing a strength training program. Continue with this process until you improve the Cheernastics flaw.
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Other Things to Try When you are still having
some unexplained performance problems, another option is to seek professional assistance. Try calling a local collegiate cheerleading squad for private instruction or contacting one of the many cheerleading organizations listed in the USA Gymnastics Saleh) Handbook (page 88)
for assistance.
One more option worth considering is to adopt
this quick reference trouble shooting chart for your own
needs. Thatis, use the chart inconjunc-tion
with your own coaching style. Customize a quick
reference trouble shooting chart specific for your goals
and objectives. Carry the chart with you to all cheer leading performances including practices sessions. Continue to document performance errors and identify possible remedies.
Trust yourself to solve your squads performance errors using one of these suggested techniques. You will be happy to have solved the problem in a relatively short amount of time and your cheerleaders will be inspired onto an award winning performance.
Karen Bucaro, MS. is a personal trainer, USA Gymnasticscheerleadingexpert, the creator of the Cheernastics Cardio Circui t, a fihless spokesperson for Keys Fitness Products and sponsored by SPRI Products, Inc. an alternative resistance company. Stop by the SPRI booth at the USAG Na tional Congress for a ll your cheerleading and fitness needs.
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Cheernastics Category
Jumps
Tumbling
Partner Stunts
Pyramids
General Cheerleading Technique
Cheemastics
Trouble Shooting for Coaches
Symptom
Form breaks include bent knees fl exed feet, low chests, flying arms, etc.
Low jumps
Heavy landing
Feet aport on landing Weak total body strength
Lack of hyperextension
Crooked round-oils
Legs aport on round-oils or bock handsprings
Crooked back handspring and lands on head
No rebound on round-oils and bock handsprings
Unstable bose
Unstable climber
Unstable
Poor motions technique includes brocken wrists, flying arms, bent elbows, etc.
Voice projection weak
No sparkle or smile
Lazy squod members
Possible Causes
Weak abdominals and hip flexors Locks total body strength Unaware of what good form is Use visuals to show good form
Poor approach and jumping technique Weak fund almentals
Poor height
Poor fundalmentalskills Total body fitness program
Unable to rotate pelvic girdle forward Poor flexibility Weak abdominals and hip flexors
Poor hurdle Improper hand and foot placement Weak shoulder girdle
Lock of body control Improper shoulder push/block Weak total bady strength
Head turns to one side Uneven leg push Not passing through handstand Weak shoulder girdle, arms & legs
Paor techniqe on initial phases Landing with straight legs Not snapping legs down on landing
Poor body posture Improper lunge or squat position
Unsure of skill Afraid of climbing Locks the strength to climb
Poor portner stunts
Locks muscular strength to extend arms straight Unaware of proper motion technique Lazy arms
Not yelling from diaphrapm, singing words, may be afra id to ye ll in public
Doesh 't practice smiling Fear of being seen/heard in public
Bored with pragram Lacks self-discipline
Possible Remedies
Practice good form Resistive strength training pgm Plyometric drills
Work basic jumping skills Plyometrics drills Work on stamina Jumps
Develop vertical jumping skills
Develop fundalmental jump skills
Heel kicking drills
Stamina jumping drills Range of motion exercises Jump builder drills
Develop power hurdle Skill progressions emphasize Total body strength program
Pass through handstand position Skill progressions Hondstond snap down drills Strength and conditioning program
Keep head neutral Push oil both legs Handstand snap down drills Strengthen shoulders, arms, legs
Work on skill progressions Add a jump at end of skill Land on bolls of feet then heels Bends knees
Check body alignment Strengthen abdominals & erector spinae muscles
Work on skill progressions Use spoHers Check body alignment Total body strength program
Work on body alignment Work on skill progressions Avoid building pyramids until portner stunts are perfected
Practice in front of a mirror Video tope performances Proctice with others Upper body strength progrom Private lessons
Toke voice lessons to learn to yell from diophraphm Practice public speaking in mirror
Practice smiling during practices ond while performing
Communicate to identify boredom Gi ve responsib ility Have accountability checklist Make practices fun
Check page 88 in the USA Gymnastits Safety Manual for Professional Assistance
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In Memory
ERNA WACHTEL: 1907-1995 A.B. Frederick, Chair, Selection Committee
U.S. National Gymnastics Hall of Fame
In my last conversation with Erna Wachtel I asked in typical Philadelphia fashion, "Ha ya
. doon'?" Erna rep lied, "Well, I'm either going
'upstairs' or' downstairs,' but I hope (laughing) the first!" Those who worked with Erna know that she is "upstairs" with the angels now. She was that little lady whose head just barely rose above the podia she confron ted annually while introducing of the latest group of honorees elected to the U.S. National Gymnastics Hall of Fame (1) .
Erna was the last of her generation of Turners (2) prominent in American gymnastics. She immmigrated from Germany in 1926. Shortly thereafter, she became an American Citizen, joined the Lincoln Turners in Chicago, and competed in Turner and AAU meets for nearly 30 years. I recall meeting her at a "50 and up" meet at the Turner's Camp in Illinois. She remained a member of the Turnverein all her life.
Mrs. Wachtel's annual announcements at the Congress were uniq ue. People would say, "Oh no, Erna, you're not going to tell that one!" Her colorful stories allowed her to be at ease for the more important introduction of Hall of Fame honorees. She claimed to be the firs t lady elected to the Hall of Fame in 1974 (3) . No doubt, she was first in the hearts of many men and women who could recall the waning years of the Turners in American. She had known and worked with Moore, Schroeder, Schiget, Lienert, Dr. Eklund, and Bonniwell. Her span of years in the field began with the Turner domination of the national governing body to the early 90s when few aged 30 or less knew anything whatsoever about the Turners.
One of Mrs. Wachtel's important contributions to the modern program was to scour the country for young women who were familiar with the uneven parallel bars. The FIG had elected to change the women's
1956 U.S. Olympic Women's Gymnastics Team, standing, (L to R) Mrs. Erna Wacthel, manager and coach; Mrs. Sandra M. Ruddick, Doris G. Fuchs, Joyce May Racek, Ingebarg E. Fuchs, Judith Ann Howe, Muriel Davis, and Jacquelyn Joyce Klein.
events to the present set of four in 1948. They were first competed at the Helsinki Olympiad in 1952. No information in English was available in the early 50s and coaches did their best to obtain foreign publications (4). Erna's odyssey took her to Rochester, Penn. where she found pio neering women's coach, Bud Marquette (5) and his elite gymnast Judy Howe. From her beloved Lincoln Turners in Chicago, came Jacquelyn Joyce Klein (Mrs. Jackie Fie, coached by Erna from childhood) and Joyce May Racek. The national headquarters for the American Turners was in Rochester, New York. National Secretary, Dr. E. A. Eklund, a familiar figure in gymnastics circles, told 'Erna about two sisters in Rochester, German immigrants (6), who knew little about bars. They were Doris and Ingeborg Fuchs. Doris, still coaching in Connecticut, is better known by her married name, Doris Fuchs-Brause.
Finally, in Indianapolis, Ind., Erna contacted Walt Lienert. He was one of the few persons in the United States who was technically knowledgeable about uneven bars. Walt was working on a new book, The Modern Girl Gymnast on the Uneven Parallel Bars (1957) and was d irector of the gymnastics program at the famed Athenaeum Turners, former site ofthe Normal School of the North American Gymnastics Union. There Ernafound a youngs ter named Muriel
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Davis (now Grossfeld) who would go on to participate in
three Olympiads and one World Champion
ship as an athlete. Sandra
Ruddick, a national cham-pion was
also added to the list. Lienert became assistanttoErna who was Olympic Manager
and Coach for the 1956
Ol y mpic Games i
Melbourne, Australia. Later in the de-
cade, Erna helped Newt Loken with the women's section of his widely circulated book, The Complete Book ofGymnastics.
Three women of the Melbourne team became outstanding members of the gymnastics community. Jakci Fie is the founder of the USGF Women's Committee and the first American to chair the FIG Women's Technical Committee. Doris Brause's World Championship performance on bars, despite not winning a medal, is generally regarded world wide as the first continuous swinging bars routine (Dortmund, Germany). Muriel Grossfeld is the only American woman elected as a coach in the Woman's Sports Hall of Fame. She has been prominent in coaching circles for years. Muriel helped train Marcia Frederick who won the first individual American gold meda at a World Championships on: uneven bars. Kurt Thomas won a gold at the same Championships (1978 Strasbourg, France).
The everlasting image of this
In Memory
sweet little friend of gymnastics is her spunk and devotion to the big family of gymnasts in America. Those of us who were fortunate enough to know her loved the diminutive little dynamo in return. She was the first American judge to receive an FIG Brevet card. She taught courses at the Chicago Circle campus of the University of Illinois. She Chaired the Hall of Fame Selection Committee (Women's Section) for more than 15 years and was a m ember of the AAU Women's Technical Committee for a decade or more in addition to other offices at the national level.
When she met "Der helliger Petrus" onJune 1, she was overheard to say in typical Turner style ... "Gut heir, Freund. 1st me in Zimmer bereitet?" (7)
The reply, "Willkommen zu Himmel, Erna."
Footnotes 1. This term refers to what many
people in the field call the "Helms Hall" and is used to differentiate it from the International Gymnastics Hall of Fame founded by Glenn Sundby. TheIGHOF elects gynmasts withinternationalscredential and maintains a museum.
2. "Turner" means gymnas t in German. The German Turners introduced gynmastics to the Uni ted States in 1824.
3. Men had been elected since 1959. 4. For example, Guilio Lay of the
Italian Federation published work on the unevens as early as 1951 and a complete book on the subject in 1955.
5. Later he would coach Cathy Rigby to America's first medal in a World Championship.
6. Both had been in concentration camps for four and one half years.
7. WhenshemetSt.PeteronJune1, she was overheard to say "Greetings, dear Friend, is my room ready?" -"Welcome to heaven, Erna."
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Erna Wachtel with some of her many friends from the Chicogo on the occasion of her 88th Birthday. Pictured (L to R; Sandy Rudman, Grete Trieber, Sandy Oldham, Erna Watche~ Millie Shemluck, and Debbie Hugelier.
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Coaches Education
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THE FACTS Host City: New Orleans, LA Congress Dates:
Pre-Congress Sessions ' August 16 Congress Sessions . August 17-19 Post Congress Sessions ' August 20 Coca-Cola Notional Championships . August 16-19
CONGRESS REGISTRATION Late Registration:
(postmarked after July 1) $ 150
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August 4.
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RATES Single/Double: $109 (Standard)
$144 (Tower) Additional person: $25
You must make reservations by July 17
GROUND TRANSPORTATION Airport Transportation: $ 10 one way
The Hilton Riverside is within 15 minutes of the New Orleans Airport.
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EXHIBITION HALL The Exhibit Hall will provide Congress attendees with the opportunity to see the latest and the best in equipment. apparel. and services.
1 995 COCA-COLA NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS Congress attendees will be able to enjoy one of the most important competitions of the 1995 season- the Coca-Colo Notional Championships for men and women will be held in the New Orleans Superdome.
CONGRESS ADD-ONS AND MEETINGS This schedule is tentalive and subject to change.
Day/Time Description
Wednesday, August 16
8:00am-6:00pm PDP I Kindergym Accreditation (KAT) 8: 15-1 1-30 am PDP I Video Clinic Instructor course
PDP I Video Clinic 8:45am-6:OOpm 1 :00-6:00 pm
7:00-10:00 pm
PDP II ASEP Sport Science course Safety Certification (new participants) Safety Certification (re-certification) Rhythmic Level 9110 Judging course
Thursday, August 17
8:00 om-noon USAG Executive Committee Meeting 8:30 om-noon USAG Sponsor Seminar 9:00 om-9:00pm Rhythmic Level 9/10 Judging course 5:45-8:00 pm PDP I Video Clinic 5:45-10:00 pm Safety Certification (new participants)
Safety Certification (re-certification) 6:00-10:00 pm Rhythmic Level 6 Judging course 7:00-10:00 pm USECA-W meeting 8:00-10:00 pm Classroom Systems seminar
Friday, August 18
7:00-8:00 am 8: 15-9:45 am 1 :00-2:00 pm 5:00-9:00 pm 5:00-10:00 pm 5:45-6:45 pm TBD
Men's RCISC meeting & brunch USGSA meeting & brunch Men's Notional Team Luncheon Rhythmic Level 5 Judging course RhythmiC Level 718 Judging course Men's Gymnastics Coaches Association USAG Athlete's Council Reception
Saturday, August 19
For Registration information:
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Invitation (R.Galimore) Members (H. Gibson) Invitation (R.Galimore) Add-on Form Add-on Form CCC Invitation (Superdome)
12:30-3:30 pm NACGC-W meeting CCC 1 :OO-TBD Women's Regional Board meetings Closed (K.Feldmann) 1 :00-2:00 pm Rhythmic General Membership Meeting Congress credential 2:00-3:00 pm RhythmiC FIG Update Congress credential 2:30-3:30 pm NAWGJ Bd. of Dir. meeting Closed 2:30-3:30 pm NAWGJ meeting CCC 3:30-5:30 pm NACGC-W Clinic CCC 9:00-9:45 pm USAG "Ceremony of Honors" Ticket required 9:30 pm USAG Mardi Gras Banquet-doors open Ticket required 9:50 pm USAG Mardi Gras Banquet-doors open Ticket required
Sunday, August 20
8:00-9:30 am Test Administrator workshop 8:30-10:30 am National Safety Certifiers mtg & brunch 8:45-1 :00 pm Safety Certification (new participants)
Safety Certification (re-certification) 9:00-1 :00 pm Women's RCISC Workshop & brunch 9:00-11 :30 am Rhythmic Judging examinations 10:00-11 :30 am JCI active status coordinator's workshop 11 :30 am-l :00 pm Women's Skill Evaluator's examination
JCI Board of Directors meeting 3:00-9:00 pm USAG Bylaws Committee Meeting 5:00-10:00 pm Female Athlete Triad Task Force
Monday, August 21
8:00am-2:00pm USAG Bylaws Committee Meeting 8:ooam-5:00 pm Female Athlete Triad Task Force TBD USAG Event's TaskForce Meeting
JCI (B. Sroufe) Invi tation (USAG) Add-on Form Add-on Form Invitation (C. Moloney) Add-on Form Invitation (B. Sroufe) Add-on Form Closed (DDarst) TBD TBD (Scanlon)
TBD TBD (Scanlon) TBD
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1995 Congress
Tentative Congress Schedule Note: The following schedule is tentative and subject to change. USDAG is in the process of confirming the Presenters time committments regarding the Congress and the Coca-Cola National Championships .
Th urs d ay, A ugus t 17 TimelRm. Nopoleon Rosedown Elmwood
1000 170 170 10:0011:15 B·1. lenzini R· N. Compbell WJ·Chencinski,
Owning Your Own Introductiion to Homilton- P. Gym Rhythmic Gymnastics Judg ing
Elite UB & FX 11:3012:30 B· J.lullo R· P. Hilliker WJ . Dykes, Moloney
Advertising ond Public Rhythmic level P. Judging Relotions 1-2 Closses lI 0V&BB
LUNCH 1:002:00 W-Pliddick R - N. Compbell WJ - Weber, Mulvihill
Flexibility lroining Basic Group Activities Proctice Judging Elite V & BB
2:15-3:15 W -Steve Nunno R -P. Hilliker 5- J. McNeal How to Motivote Your Closs Planning Weight Irng for
Athletes Prepubescent 3:3G4:30 W-M.l. Trocey R -P. Hilliker 5 -Or. Benordot Stress
Athlete and Stoff Rhythmic level FroctureRisk: Motivotionn 3-4 Classes Exploration
4:45-5:45 B- P. Komoro R - Molnar, Spoto S -Or. Benordot Su((essful Birthday Preschool Rhythmic Nourish{heck Athlete
Parties Gymnastics Softwore
F 'd rI ay, A ugus t 18 IimelRm Nopoleon Rosedown Elmwood
1000 170 170 8:009:00 B -5. Greelev USAG -J. Holt
Designing Fivers for Cooching Abrood Your Gym
9:15-10:15 1.1- PeterVidmor B -1. lenzini USAG - D. Moskovitz Dedimtiion and Avoiding the Cosh Everything About
Gaols Crunch Insurance 10:45-11 :45 B -S. Cook S- Or. Bologue Mentol USAG -K. Smnlon
Selling Your Progrom lroining for RSG USAG Strotegic Pion & Gvmnosts Budget Report
12:001:00 A -Buddy lee R -G. Grib USAG -Sworbrick, Rope Jumping: Body lroining level 5/6 Kreutzer-USAG Code
Conditioner Gymnasts of Ethics LUNCH
2:003:00 M/'II- D. Adlord A- R. Kurshols M-Sosvory, Biomechanics of Releose Pilotes lroining Grohom-Co~j/udge
/,loves Troinin, PB HB 3:15-4:15 P -POP I Kinder R - C. Yokhimovich M -A. Grossfeld, Bjerke
Aweditonon for lroining the level 7 -Int'l lrovel for leochers Gymnost G1JLG
4:305:30 B -5. Greeley R -l.loshoff USAG -1.11. Shon Ihe Chollenges of Developing level 7-8 Report from Molvosio leading Your Stoff Optionols
s atur d ay, A ugust 19 TimelRm Nopoleon
1,000 8:309:30 W-G. PaS/or
Expressive Presentotion
9:45-10:45 W- Biggs, Artemov Body Alignment
11 :0012:00 W- Bela Korolyi Secretl of Su((eslful
Cooching
Registration Desk
Exhibit Hall
Competitions
Rosedown Elmwood 170 170
R- Or. Bologue P- B. Dovis Vlorking with Kids Step Aerobics
Rhvthmic Porentl R -S. Stefonov W-Ihielz, Kelly,
Improve lurnl, leopl, Feldmonn-Creoting ond FoueHes Synergy
VI-Thielz, Kelly, Feldmonn-
Collegiote Roundtoble
Wed. 5/16
7:30 am-8:00 pm Exh ibitor set-up 1 O:OO-M - Team '96 3:00-JrW - Of)1. I 1 O:OO-SrW - Camp _
Belle Chose Melrose 170 170
WJ·Dobronsky, Oykes- P. Judging
l 5·7 V & BB
WJ-Wull, Sielski USAG- Peters, Kiley P.Judging Even~loskForce
lS-7 UB & FX
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A . S . Ammermon M·B. Zunich Horness and Seot Belay Camp. ond Judging
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Prooroms Competition prep. A- Bumro, lyons, M-R.Horney-
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A-Bumro, lyons M -Bront, Morinitch Cheernostics Cheer/ T moves on PB
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W·O. Fronz A· Bucoro, Colvert BB Progressions ond Cheernostics Cordia
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W-1.Koll W- 1. Gehman Creotive Choreogrophy Condi tioning lor
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Preschool Gymnastics
DEVELOPING A POSITIVE TEACHING PHILOSOPHY FOR
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Jeff Lulla
Instructor success and effectiveness depend more on teaching philosophy than any other factor. A teaching philosophy provides a
framework for all the decisions that need to made as teachers . Additionally, it gives instructors, co-workers, program directors, and the students and parents with a value base from which to work.
The teaching philosophy includes a set of personal beliefs and principles that guide the actions ins tructors take with students . It also involves the establishing teaching goals and the manner in which teachers plan to reach those goals.
There are many reasons people decide to teach children gymnastics; to enjoy the opportunity to be in a leadership position and spend quality time with kids; a desire to give something back to the sport that gave them so much personal joy; a recognization that gymnastics offers lessons in Life that cannot be matched elsewhere.
Most gym clubs hire former athletes as preschool class teachers. In many cases these former athletes have little experience with young children. For success, it is critical that teachers understand the contrasting philosophies of recreational verses competitive gymnastics. The traditional roles and activities of "coaches" differs somewhat from that of" teachers" - coaching relates to the idea of competitive activity. Therefore, it is important that preschool gym-
nastics teachers recognize and appreciate the need to focus on teaching.
Research indicates that the three major objectives most instructors have when teaching sports include:
Enhancing the development of athletes' skills
Directing the students to experience winning
Helping the students have fun while participating in the sport
Considering the needs of the child, the proportional emphasis placed on these objectives creates cause for concern.
Additionally, research indicates that the main reason children seek to participate in sport activities is to have FUN, while the main reason they quit is an over-emphasis on winning.
Because we live in a society that places emphasis on contests that define winning as a comparison of a person's (or group's) performance to that of others, it is important to be careful when working with very young children to avoid contest situations. It is the nature of competition to produce more losers than winners. Young children are usually unable to separate "performance" from "selfconcept." Repeated exposure to losing can create a diminished belief in one's ability and an unwillingness to try new things than can project into adulthood.
Gymnastics instructors must structure the learning environment to provide challenges that
are achievable, while defining winning in the context of task mastery and self-improvement, without and regardless of the considerations of the performances of others. Teachers must also recognize young children's inability to distinguish the difference between ability level and the task difficulty to which they are exposed.
Young children often judge themselves as "failures" even if the task required is inappropriate to their level of development. Older children are more likely to recognize the task as "too difficult" and not take poor performance personally.
In preschool gymnastics programs, challenges and skills must be adapted to the individual's ability to ensure success.
It is desirable to place children in peer group classes by age and skill level in order to provide an appropriate teaching environment that creates frequent success opportunities and fosters a positive sense of self. Design preschool programs so that the kids have fun and feel good about their gymnastics participation, as well as teaching them to define winning as a measure of their own personal effort and improvement. This enhances maintaining long term participation and enjoyment of gymnastics classes.
Instructors need to be energetic and aware enough to provide fun, exciting classes. Some important considerations when
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designing and teaching preschool gymnastics include:
Providing a quality movement experience for younger children without worrying about skill level-this helps them feel good about all their participation attempts.
Sched uling opportuni ties for skill development as children are ready.
Including academic information as part of every class to assist in developing the body, mind, and spirit.
Permitting opportunities for the child to think and reason and problem solve during each class .
Providing a safe and friendly atmosphere.
Expecting the children to follow safety rules and respect the rights of others.
In essence, it is importanf to teach children physically, mentally, emotionally, and socially.
Physically Teach fundamentals and
movement ideas from which the children become proficient and develop a sense of competence. As the children grow and mature, teachers should have a commitment to develop each child technically so that he/ she may ascend to any level of gymnastics or sport participation to which he/she aspires.
Mentally Teach children's concentra
tion and focusing skills as well
Preschool Gymnastics
as how to develop positive atti- on the young lives they touch is HOW-learning effective teaching 2. Dr. Joan Duda, Advances in tudes towards new learning profound. This represents one methods Motivation and Achievement: situations. of the greatest responsibilities
WHEN-understanding learning Motivation Enhancing Envi-
that teachers accept. ronments. Emotionally readiness
3. Nathaniel Branden, Six Pilars Develop an atmosphere in As adult leaders, instructors WHERE-knowing how to set up the of Self Esteem.
class where each child feels good play an important role in help- equipment and facility safely and about their accomplishments. ing children develop opinions appropriately for the lesson Teach them tenacity and the role of self-worth. Make every effort NOTE: Jeff LuI/a, is the
this plays in attaining goals. to develop programs that culti- WHAT-a progressive curriculum President and Founder of From this, children develop con- vate each individual's sense of that allows the students to master Fun & Fit Gymnastics. Lulla fidence, self-esteem, and emo- self-confidence. basic skill components prior to is also a member of the tional self-control. attempting complete or more USAG National Preschool
As teachers begin to under- Committee, and wishes to Socially stand that children have differ- challenging skills acknowledge the other com-
The positive values of friend- ent needs, learning styles, and It is important for gymnastics mittee members (Barbara ship, respect for others, team- abilities based on age, challenge teachers / coaches and gymnastics Davis, Patti Komara, and work, appropriate standards of them to adjust individual teach- program directors to be know I Sharon Scherr) for their behavior, and working together ingstyles. Accordingly, we must edgeable in all aspects of these valuable assistance. Jenni-as a group, can (and should) be create a positive experience for areas of teaching in order to be fer Gallahue Lee, USAG reinforced in the teaching envi- youngsters where they have safe, effective, productive, and Educational Development ronment. fun, feel confident and in con- professional. Coordinator, directs the Na-
tional Preschool Committee
Developing teaching trol of their personal successes. and is assisted by Loree
Individual teachingphiloso- Sources Galimore, consultant. Steve philosophies phies addresses WHY teachers 1. Amateur Athletic Foundation Whitlock is the USAG Di-
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IN PURSUIT OF EXCELLENCE: HOW TO WIN IN SPORT AND LIFE THROUGH MENTAL TRAINING 1990 • Orlick, paper. 208 pp Written in an easy-to-understand, instructive style, this second edition of In Pursuit of Excellence is the supplemental text far courses that cover the basic sport psychology techniques. It covers the psychological concepts of concentration, winning, losing, and competing successlully. This highly successlul sport performance book by internationally recognized sport psychologist Terry Orlick hos undergone a complete revitalization. Better organized lor easier reading, the second edition includes dozens 01 new examples taken from Orlick's real-lile experiences with champion athletes and their coaches.
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DESIGNING PRESCHOOL MOVEMENT PROGRAMS 1992 • Sanders. paper. 152 pp Both a detailed guide lor developing a preschool/movement curriculum and a resaurce containing developmentally appropriate movement activities.
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Skill Analysis
FELGE TO FRONT UPRISE: A BIOMECHANICAL ANALYSIS
William Cornelius
Associate Professor of Education Texas Women's UniversihJ Denton, Texas
felge to straight arm support, la yaway to upperarm support, front upise to straight
arm support (FF) is in the swing general movement pattern (Figure 1) . Classification of the FF is a closed-discrete skill combination. The closed portion of the classification sterns from the predictable environment created by the fixed parallel bars, with the discrete portion derived because the FF has a definite beginning and an end (Kreighhaum and Barthels, 1990) . This skill combination can act as a transition to a handstand position or to such maneuvers as a one half turn to straight arm support. Whatever occurs is dependent upon the constraints established by both the gymnastics event and such human limitations as height, strength, or flexibility (Kreighbaum and Barthels, 1990) .
The primary purpose of a FF is to provide a means of mounting the parallel bars followed by a variety of supports and positions relative to the bars. This skill combination provides an outstanding opportunity to demonstrate a multidimensional approach above and below the bars in both clockwise and counterclockwise directions. Outstanding angular displacement and dynamicS can be established with an explosive beginning and subsequent assortment of maneuvers.
There is great diversity associated with the FF. Although the FF, as performed in Figure 1, would be classified within the intermediate skill level, there are opportunities to either raise or lower the difficulty level in a number of ways at various points in the combination. For example, difficulty could be altered by performing the felge to a position where the body is at a greater or lower angle to the
bars. The skill combination can be incorporated in a gymnastics routine as a mount or at some point within the routine. A felge to the handstand position would raise difficulty significantly, while catching in an upperarm support would be more appropriate for the lower level gymnast. The front uprise could be performed by a beginner into a forward roll combination or with a one-half turn to a straight arm support by the more advanced performer.
Important Biomechanical Considerations Motion analysis
Motion analysis is an important form of communication in the athletic arena and is based on describing human movement. Effectively describing gymnastics skills takes place between the coach and gymnast
Figure 1 . Feige to upperarm support to front uprise
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when important biomechanical considerations are identified. A qualitative assessment is the predominant approach used in analyzing sports skills and is a means by which the critical features of a skill or combination can be identified and immediately communicated to the athlete in nonnumerical terms (Kreighbaum and Barthels, 1990). Associating biomechanical principles with a gymnastics performance, through visual observation, can provide the foundation for a qualitative analysis . How best to perform movements can then be communicated with particular focus on the mechanical and anatomical aspects of human motion.
Using gravity to advantage Gravity can act as a motive
(imparts motion) torque when in a complimentary direction with swing. A motive torque is created because gravity acts
vert!cally through the gymnast s total center of gravity (CG) at a perpendicular distance from the axis of rotation The axis of rotation is formed by the hand.s on the fixed bar. Gravity provIdes a critical torque by whIch ~h~ FF can dynamically and artistically performed without interruption. Examples of these motive torques are shown in Figure 1, frames 2-4, and 8-9.
Angular momentum All rotation connected with
the FF has angular momentum (L). Angular momentum is the product of ~gular velocity and rotational mertia and must be initiated by an external torque. Movement in this skill combination is associated with the ability to increase or decrease L because the performance is i~ contact with the fixed parallel bars; the bars are a source of external torque. Consequently, the rate at which the gymnast rotat~s about the bar (angular veloClty), and the combination of the mass and the distance the mass is distributed from the bar (rotational inertia or moment of inertia), determine L when the gymnast has a bar in grasp.
Articulation displacements The. art of. c~anging joint
angles m assoClatlOn with gymnastics performance can not be overemphasized. These displacements at the joint axis, and the timing at which they take place, provide a means of controlling or modifying resistive torques and enhancing motive ~orques. Greater joint angles can mcrease L w h~n swinging in the same dIrection as the gravitational force (frames 7-8 at ~~oulder joint and 12-13 at hip Jomt): Reduced joint angles will provIde a means by which L can be conserved when the gravity f?rce and swing are in oppositIon (frames 1-2 at shoulder joint and 10-12 at hip joint).
A motive torque compliments L and a resistive torque opposes L (Kreighbaum & Barthels, 1990). Hence, dynamic swing is best served when change in articular displacement is well timed and with a particular purpose. There are precise points in the skill combination at which joint angles
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should be adjusted and/or torques applied. A large angular nr:pulse (product of torque and time over which application is made) can serve to combat subsequent points in a combination when only resistive torques are present. For example, there is only a resistive torque being applied between frames 6 and 7, because the hands are free of the bars for an instant. Gravity acts as a resistive torque without the presence of a counter-torque applied to the bars with the hands. On the other hand, there is a combination of motive and resistive torques being applied in frames 2-6. The latter example demonstrates the use of gravity and shoulder joint flexion as complimentary motive torques in frames 2-4 and opposing resistive torques in frames 5-6. Consequently, changing joint angles are a source of securing an effective balance between external torques.
Phases of the skill Primary human joint actions
in performing the FF occur at the shoulder, elbow, lumbar, and hip articulations through the preparation (frames 1-2), execution (312), and followthrough (13-14) phases. Flexion an~ extension are the primary actlOns associated with these articulations during this performance.
Qualitative Analysis of the FF Jump to downswing
The preparation phase ~frames 1-2) of the FF begins by Jumpmg upward and simultaneously pushing downward on the bars with the hands through the shoulder extensor muscles. This maneuver provides the body with linear displacement and slight rotation in the clockwise direction. Such a preparatory maneuver allows the gymnast to reach an advantageous position above the bars for beginning the execution phase. Greater downward angular displacement and angular impulse m the counter-clockwise direction are now possible during the early stage of the execution phase (frames 2-4). Angular
momentum can be improved as gravity acts as a torque over a greater distance.
Shoulder girdle protraction during the downward swing (frames 2-4) increases the radius of rotation and enhances the opportunity for the larger torque scenario. Protraction facilitates a hollowing effect at the sternum and rounding of the posterior upper back and is e~sential for proper swing techruque. The greatest possible distance from the axis of rotation is now secured in the upper torso. This also assists in facilitating explo~ive ~lexion of the legs at the hlp Jomts as the pelvis is stabilized (frames 3-4) . There is now the necessary clearance for an explosive swing below the bars.
A concerted effort is made to increase humerus flexion at the shoulder joints during the downward swing in order to provide the greatest possible L. Humerus flexion dispenses an action force needed to create an external torque from the bars during the counter-clockwise downswing. Greater L is now derived from the net external motive torques summed from both gravity and the bars. Maximizing these motive torques is particularly important for overcoming the resistive torques inherent in the subsequent upward swing, beginning in frame 5.
Upswing of felge The upswing (frames 5-7) is
a continuation of the execution phase and is particularly affective when the body possesses a large L for the transition from the downswing. It is necessary, however, to add to the existing L possessed in frame 4 if the subsequent upswing is to occur without negative acceleration. This results through continuous pressure on the bars in frames 4-6. It is particularly Important to maintain a neutral head position, hollow chest, and the continuation of the swing through the bars. This occurs best ~hen continued force appilcatlOn transpires on the bars with the medial portion of both hands at the fifth metacarpal in frame 6. This manipulation is in association with a shoulder joint flexlOn action produced with
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concentric contraction of the shoulder joint flexor muscle group. The bars then provide the external reaction torque needed for further increase in L to overcome the resistive torque of gravity. Gravity will decrease L between frames 6 and 7 until the hands return to the bars and again apply an angular impulse.
Catch with layaway transition The catch to a straight arm
support can be successfully performed near the handstand position (frame 7) when a net L exists in the counter-clockwise direction. Minimizing time between hand release (frame 6) and the regrasp (frame 7) is crucial. Maximizing hand contact time with the bars assures more c.ont~ol and decreases interruption m upward motion.
The layaway movement is a transition to the upperarmsupport (frames 7-9) that utilizes gravity as amotive torque. Consequ~ntly, le~gthening the body at thIS stage IS beneficial. Maximizing shoulder joint flexion and hip joint extension, while minimizing elbow flexion (frames 7 to 8), provide a longer moment arm (length between the axis at hands and CG). A long moment arm increases angular impulse from the pull of gravity that assists in maximizing L in preparation for the subsequent front uprise to straight arm support in frame 12.
Upswing to support The front uprise is associ
ated with an upwardly directed swing and is a part of the execution phase. Performance of the front uprise is accomplished bes t when a particular technique is employed. Slight lumbar hyperextension, a chest lead, and the trailing of the lower legs (frame 9), is an example of a technique that implements a quick stretch of the hip flexor muscle group (iliacus, psoas, and rectus femoris). This incorp'0rates the length tension prinClple and produces greater internal force from the muscles concentrically contracting. Resulting hip flexion creates a beat at the bottom point in the swing between frames 9 and 10. The corollary is an explosive front uprise (frames 10-12) when the
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beat is combined with shoulder joint extension. A slight decrease in rotational inertia (frames 10-12) provides less resis tance to ro tation around the mediolateral axis at the hands . This is particularly relevant because the upswing to a front uprise (frames 10-12) associates with a resistive torque produced by gravity.
Change in swing direction The fo llow-through phase
(frames 13-14) represents the final part of the FF and a change in swing direction. The net external motive torque produced from gravity and the bars, as a result of forceful shoulder joint flexion, leads to the clockwise swing direction and increased L about the mediolateral axis. A hollow chest technique enhances the long body position and a large moment of inertia on the downswing (frames 12-13). This better uses gravity as an external torque for increasing L and improving the backward swing. Shoulder girdle elevation, in approaching frame 13, w ill allow the use of an explosive girdle depression action out of the bottom of the swing. The result is to improve L and better compromise the resistive force of gravity in frame 14.
Summary Both the gymnastics coach
and athlete profit from a biomechanical analysis. The analysis focuses on skill components by pen pointing critical factors in the performance. This process provides insight on how anatomical and mechanical principles contribute to an effective performance and can assist the coach in describing, evaluating, and prescribing corrections for a given motor skill (Luttgens et al.,1992).
References Kreighbaum, E., and Barthels,
K M. (1990) . Biomechanics: A qualitative approach for studying human movement (3rd ed.). New York: Macmillan Publishing Company.
Luttgens, K , Deutsch, H., & Hamilton, N. (1992). Kinesiology: Scientific basis of human motion (8th ed.). Madison, Wis.: Brown & Benchmark.
*Figure 1 was based on drawings by James Stephenson in the 1984-1988 Junior Olympic Age Group Compulsories .
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TRANSFORM YOUR OFFICE ... INTO A PROFIT, ENROLLMENT BUILDING ENTITY
Gary Thibodeau
Classroom Systems
The following article will look into enrollment building techniques utilizing available office and gym staff along with todays new technologies. We will focus on the use of available hardware and software computer technology and there relationship to the gym and dance studio office . The mere
fact that you ha ve just purchased a compu ter for your business will not guarantee that your office operations will run more efficiently or that your em-ollment will increase. To effectively utilize any new technology for improved office efficiency we first have to set business goals and establish procedures just as if we were running our business on a manual basis. Prioritize the business goals that you want to accomplish and spend the necessary time at the beginning to:
Set up the hardware for fast and efficient use. Call in a consultant if necessary. The consultant should know about basic software and hardware installation. He should also set up a Windows shell and automatic backup procedures and batch files for fast backups of your daily work. The consultant should then explain how he set up your computer and how the backups are organized in relationship to your vital data. Do not hire consultants without being educated about procedures and why these procedures should be put in job descriptions and totally understood.
Choose the right software for your business.
Choose software packages that have been specificly written for your business. Payback will come immediately. Buying a computer without investing in the right software is like buying a turbo 300 ZX and leaving it parked in the garage! Again, the original time setting up and learning the total system is vital to great payoffs of both money and effiCiency.
Spend the money and the time to train staff.
Make sure that " the owner" learns the software with your staff. Also, cross train other staff in case someone decides to take another job. Cross training is important for office continuity.
Write new job descriptions incorporating important computer operations.
This is most important. Sit down and write job descriptions that are required duties of your office personnel. These duties must be laid out in detail just as if you were planning your gym layout for a big meet!
Set up your software to do as much automatic functions to accomplish your goals as quickly as possible.
Sometimes a slight change in business accounting policy could save hundreds of hours of yearly staff time.
The computer should be able to do normally long tedious tasks in a short period of time such as write inquiry letters to prospects, direct marketing specific programs, send birthday cards, advertise for parties, send follow up letters to resent withdrawals, post checks, get lists of past due accounts, write notes to parents, get student and customer lists, etc. A little time taken to learn the details about your software and taken to set up you office duties will give great returns!
Most gym and dance studio owners have new, expanded visions for their business, especially after attending a seminar or congress. Many of us have purchased computers "to solve our problems". Then, months later, we wonder why we are in the same boat after we have invested all that money on computers and software! Why do we have the same problems that we had before we purchased that "486, 200 Mega byte" machine that was suppose to solve all our problems. Of course it is the computer or the software that is of fault! It could not be our own disorganized business procedures that were inherent before the computer was purchased!!
The answer is in the details. If basic office procedures were not inherent before you purchased your new computer, they will still not be present after the computer is up and running. Most of these problems have to do with time and effort to establish detail in your operation. A great investment of initial time will save an enormous amount of running time as your business fine tunes your computer operations. This fine tuning will turn your office into an em-ollment building part of your business that is just as important as your teaching and coaching expertise.
Let's take a close look at some goals for your office. Then let's look at the details which have to be in place to accomplish these goals. Remember, we want to build our office operations into a profit center which brings in students and increases our em-ollment over and above other factors. If your office were to bring in 50 extra students each year just by implementing a new focus on detailed office staff training, what would that do to your income potential? Multiply 50 times $300 and you will see what I mean.
The two major office goals for class-based businesses To decrease time spent for class management and financial bookkeeping by doing the same amount of work in half the time.
To increase time spent effectively communicating to our present and past customers and marketing to inquiries and attained lists.
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Additional goals
To decrease time spent per customer while communicating and marketing. Sending out five different letters to 30 people at the end of each day should take jus t a few minutes with todays software teclmology. If we cut down the time to communicate to parents from five minutes each to ten seconds each, the additional time can be spent marketing even more potential customers. This results in an even greater potential to increase enrollment.
To increase communication and marketing effectiveness by evaluating your marketing results and acting on those results. Therefore, the software must be set up to easily give this information. Evaluate what you need. Then select your software that will accomplish your needs with efficient money and time saving functions. Then track the return on your investment.
NOTE: Spending a few hundred extra dollars on specialized software that does both accounting and marketing may result in additional income of thousands of extra dollars. But remember, the result is a function of the software that you use, the training of your staff and most importantly, the detailed job descriptions that you demand as an owner and businessman. If any of these factors are missing the results will be substantially diminished. The result of computerizing your office and business operations is not merely a factor only related to the computer purchases.
If you are beginning to feel that communication is vary important and that you are going to make some major changes to accomplish this greater degree of communication, than lets see what we have to do to make this a reality within our office functions. If the office activ.ities will be able to generate a 20 percent or higher boost in enrollment because of their efforts, they first need to feel that they are part of your team and that their functions are vital to your operation. Show them that you care by giving them what they need to do their job. The first and most important need is your own time in the evaluation and setting up of detail job descriptions and a proper office staff working environment.
Gyms around the country scrutinize every detail, night after night, concerning their gym layouts before the construction begins and probably for the next three months! We send instructional staff to congresses and to special training clinics, and plan each minute of our team workout, always looking toward the goals of each gymnast. How many of us take the time to set up planning sessions relating to our own office functions and goals? How many of us then take the time each week to analyze whether our office goals are being accomplished in terms of customer satisfaction and enrollment numbers?
Yes, the office can develop techniques to build enrollment. To accomplish enrollment building directly related to the office there must be substantial quality time designated to communication and marketing to customers, past and present, and to prospects, new and old.
Evaluate what your office does with its time. If your office is like most gym and dance studio offices, the staff is overwhelmed with class bookkeeping and accounting functions that must be accomplished each and every day.
The average business
Let's take a look at the average class-based business office. As we have indicated, its first function is class and financial bookkeeping. Everyday they must regis ter customers and s tudents, transfer drop and add children to class rolls, print class rolls for instructors, charge parents for registration and tuition, print statements, collect and record tuition checks, and produce management reports for the owners. In smaller offices they may also have to write checks for accounts payable and do payroll and general ledger activities. These class and bookkeeping functions are, of course, essential and necessary to the operation to all gym and dance studio businesses, and must be performed.
These basic functions are the same functions performed throughout the country. What is the difference? Why do some business operations run more efficiently with greater market enrollment percentages? The primary difference between all class-based business is the" actual time" spent accomplishing these basic business functions pertaining to class and account bookkeeping. If your office spends all day imbedded in class and account bookkeeping, then your office will never become a profit enrollment building entity. It will never have the time to communicate properly to present and past customers and to personalize each communication to prospective inquires concerning your program offerings. This is what could be called a "bogged down," inefficient office. To serve customers in a service business we must be able to communicate regularly with these customers and prospects. Don't go and immediately blame your office for not achieving maximum communication with your customers! You must as an owner take a close first look at yourself and how you have set up staff performance expectations. Look closely at the tools and environment that you have provided your staff to help them to meet these expectations.
Why then is there so much difference between one business and another in the efficiency of their operation. Again, it is within the detail and the commitment of the owners to this detail. Any office activity or new computer software or hardware technology that results in decreasing the time for basic vital office functions and increasing the time taken for communicating and marketing your programs will result in an increase in your class roll numbers. Communication is also an important function of current customer service w ith the result being greater customer satisfaction and feelings of good will.
At the top of this page is a graphic analysis that each owner should consider in any class-based customer service business. The pages follOWing this diagram contain some examples relating to basic changes in your office that will lead to an office that spends more time on enrollment building and customer satisfaction than it does on basic bookkeeping and accounting.
Procedures to decrease dass booking and accounting office time Make sure your data input secretary has " uninterrupted quality time" for input of daily class bookkeeping and accounting functions. It takes three to five times longer to get back to data entry after interruption. A suggestion may be to give a part time coach some extra time to answer the phones or talk to parents while basic data entry is being done. Your data input will take half the time and will most likely be much more accurate because interruptions also cause mistakes.
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Have a daily, weekly, and monthly data entry job list specifically tied to employees job descriptions. Managers should check duties daily. Plan data entry before any rush of customers coming for classes.
Plan data entry daily. Staff should not go home until all daily functions are accomplished. If this cannot be done in regular hours then act on the increase/ decrease by analyzing your staff responsibilities. In most cases, more efficiency will be accomplished by changing office procedures, environment, and/ or expectations.
Update computer hardware for maximum efficiency. You don't need the most expensive high powered computer, but, your administrative assistant should not waste time waiting for the computer to finish functions. Slow computers could add up to a substantial time lose when accrued throughout the entire day. It could possibly add up to 30 minutes at the end of each day or two to three hours per week. This time could be spent communicating and marketing to potential customers. Just three students added to the roll with this time could pay for a computer upgrade. As a general rule your business should upgrade computers every four years.
Purchase printers that are not continuous feed. Single sheet printers will save much time while transferring paper type such as statements and letterhead.
Locate data entry area away from a comfortable viewing of parents in parent seating area. Put partial barriers between staff and parents.
Evaluate class make-up policy and procedures. In many gyms around the country there is an unnecessary need for one full time administrative assistant just to juggle classes and record data for make-ups. Just think what that same time could do for your business if that same assistant were to shift his/her responsibilities to marketing and communication! Makeups may be keeping a few of your customers happy and enrolled in your program. For this reason, I know they are important to many gyms. The only thing that I am saying is, again, it does not hurt to analyze this policy, and consider basic changes to prevent office "make-up" paralysis.
Having a phone extension right by the computer is necessary and will eventually save time and money.
Back-up your data every day. You will spend an enormous amount of "panic time" if back-ups are not done each day. Always use rotating disks. You must never back up over the previous days backup.
Take the original time to study your business software and train the staff to do daily procedures one priority after the other in their job descriptions. These job descriptions are vary important.
Purchase software that integrates major functions like rolls, drops, and registration dates to customer address labels and word processors. Staff should be able to produce marketing and communication letters in seconds and target that information to different groups of parents (i.e., preschool parents as opposed to recreation parents). If your business software does not do this function easily, your staff will have trouble completing daily marketing activities.
Train your staff in the art of properly cutting off extraneous conversations.
and so forth ... Any activity or technology that will decrease basic office activity time like computer networking, electonic funds transfer, Fax and ISDN phone lines and barcoding of class rolls and absentee reports.
What do these ideas have to do with increased enrollment! Just think-now your office staff has that extra one, two, three, or four hours per day to market perspective customers and communicate other profit making activities to current customers such as birthday parties, sleep overs, and generally keeping those customers informed and happy!
What to do with increased staff time Get all information brochures and a preschool letter to all parents who call each day inquiring about your preschool classes.
Do the same to prospective recreation and cheerleading students, only these letters focus on recreation and cheerleading classes emphasizing different teachers and program goals that relate to their specific needs.
The same can be done for ballet, jazz, karate, and rockwall inquires, etc . This is called target marketing and can be accomplished in 10 to 20 minutes each day. With todays technology, it doesn't matter weather you get five calls or 50 calls during the day.
Get a list of drops in the past week to send a drop communication letter and program evaluation questiofmaire. Telemarket previous years students who did not re-enroll and students who withdrew because of an activity that may have just completed its season (baseball etc.). Market birthday parties and lists of students who came to the last weekend's parties. Sent a letter to specific parents who have children enrolled in Saturday classes informing them about the meet in three weeks and the impending change of schedule. In other words, keep current customers happy! Input the daily inquiry phone log including names addresses and phone numbers of the parents, and all their children's names, ages, birthdays, and interests.
A business investment in a modern office using modern technology will give a quick return. If one student is worth $350, then 40 extra students resulting from an efficient marketing office environment would mean an extra $14,000 income for your gym or dance studio. Your office upgrade, new computers, new software, new phone systems, new fax machine, extra phone line, staff training, etc., would be paid for with the first years profits. The second year and beyond would return pure cash profits to invest in what ever!
If these marketing and communication functions could be done each day the result would be a remarkable increase in enrollment. Remember, vital class enrollment and accounting activities must be done in half the time. Then and only then could the above be accomplished. The ultimate responsibility of the owner is to provide the state of the art hardware, software, training, environment and job/activity timetables to ultimately accomplish the final result-an enrollment building office and an office as a profit center. The business owner must take full responsibility for the results of his investment. YES. Don't forget the details!
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General Gymnastics
Cannel, Indiana
Co-hosted locally by Pelfonner's Edge School of Dance and Theatrical Training
T hethirdannualNa-ti onalGymFest will be held in Carmel, Ind., October 27-30, 1995. The first National
Gymnaestrada was conducted in Indianapolis in 1993, and the second in Palm Springs, Calif. in 1994. The 1995 National GymFest will prove to beaspectacular event with more participants than ever before!
General Gymnastics General Gymnastics (GG) is
a noncompeti tive form of gymnastics where grou ps of various sizes, ages, and experience levels have the opportunity to perform exhibition displays with diverse themes. The performances, las ting anywhere from 8-12 minu tes, are choreo graphed to music with audience appeal in mind. The National GymFest provides an opportunity for gymnas tics performance groups to come together annually to "show their stuff," share in learning opportunities, and have a lot of fun!
Location Host Hotel
Doubletree Guest Suites
11355 North Merdian
Carmel, IN 46932
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Rates: $77 per night
Rooms have two different set-ups . There are a limi ted number of double/ doubles available; king-size beds plus sofa doubles sleep fo ur.
Local Transportation You should plan to rent a car
if you are flying to Indianapolis. The host hotel and GymFest site are approximately 40 minutes from the airport. (Map w ill be sent upon receipt of entry.)
Special Opportunities Coaches, parents, senior citi
zens' and participants w ith handicaps will have special choreography arranged to meet specific needs. Some of this choreography will be presented at the 1995 USA Gymnastics Congress in New Orleans. Group leaders and instructors will be able to attend an Instructor's Forum in GG and all participants will be invited to attend special workshop sessions.
As always, the Na tional GymFest will feature many opportunities for groups to meet SOCially.
Local Director Ron Morgan, owner and di
rec tor of Performer's Edge School of Dance and Theatrical Training and choreographer for the Indianapolis Colts Cheerleaders, will be the local Director for the 1995 National GymFest.
The Gala The grand e finale for the
GymFest is called the Gala Showcase. A pre-choreographed number will be performed at the closing of the Gala and on Sunday afternoon at the Indianapolis Colts Foo tball game in the RCA Dome.
The piece will include special choreography developed by experts in the field for the following: ar tistic gymnas tics, rhy thmic gymnast ic s, jump rope, ad ul t dance, jazz dance, cheer leading, physically challenged, karate, and senior citizens.
Performance Parameters Performance area
One 42' x 42' matted floor exercise area will be pro-vided . Groups will be ~ able to utilize the floor 4 area to stage right and left of the mat.
Performance length (time)-Displays are between 8-12 minutes. Maximum time in the performance area is 15 minutes.
Number in group-The suggested number is 10 or more per group.
Equipment-The LOCwill provide the basic floor mat and sound system. All o ther equipment and props must be supplied by the groups.
Theme-The theme for the 1995 National GymFest will be Cirque de Gymnastique. Just as the world recognized" Cirque de Soleil" creatively expanded the traditional concept of the circus, Cirque de Gymnastique will encourage
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great imagination and diversity in choreography, music selection, and costuming.
What kinds of performances (displays) are permissible? Almost anything! Large and small groups . Artis tic gymnastics, dance, rhythmic, aerobics, clown, and many o ther poss ibilities ex ist. Group members may be male, female, or mixed groups of all ages- children to seniors. GG is a fantastic activity for your club mem bers who don' t usually get the chance to travel to participate in USAG Junior
Olympic programs.
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Announcements
ANNOUNCEMENTS From: Dennis Mcintyre
Re: Austrian Meet Invitational USA Gymnastics has received an invitation from the West
Vielma Union which is organizing its annual youth competition in artistic gymnastics called the International West Vienna Union Cup. The competition will be held December 2-4, 1995 in Vienna, Austria. The meet is open to men's junior clubs. Each delegation will consist of a maximum of six persons (four gymnasts, one coach, and one judge) . Athletes must be born in 1978 or after. Although some of the local expenses will be borne by the competition organizers, travel, and the bulk of the expenses will be the responsibility of the club.
If clubs are interested in attending this competition, they should contact Dennis McIntyre for more information at 317-237-5050 ext. 230 or IN%USGF@delphi . com. Entry deadline is September 30,1995.
Region VI Congress October 26-29, 1995 Dates
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Kathy Feldmann, Congress Director - Planner
10/26 Safety Certification Course 6:30-10:00 pm
Women's judges exams
PDP I Video Clinic,
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7:00-10:00 pm
6:30-10:30 pm
10/27 Safety Certification Course 8:30 am-12 noon
PDP II ASEP course (Pt. 2) 8:30 am-12:30 pm
Congress lectures
10/ 28 Congress lectures
10/29 Congress lectures
Social events
10:00 am-9:30 pm
8:30 am-4:40 pm
9:00 am-2:00 pm
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TASK FORCE ON USAG RESPONSE TO THE FEMALE ATHLETE TRIAD: OVERVIEW
Nancy Thies Marshall, Chair
Purpose The purpose of the Task Force on USA
Gymnastics to the Female Athlete Triad is to assess USA Gymnastics' approach to prevention and treatment of eating disorders, amenorrhea, and osteoporosis (the female athlete triad) and develop guidelines and recommendations for administrators, athletes, coaches, judges, and parents.
I Task Force Members The Task Force includes a thle tes,
coaches, parents, administrators, judges, and medical/ research specialists. The composition of the Task Force is designed to ensure a balance of points of view and to serve as a model of the interaction between all segments of the gymnastics community that is necessary to address the female athlete triad .
Nancy Thies Marshall, Task Force Chair 1972 Olympian, USAG Vice-Chair for Women
Efrossina Anguelova, Coach-USA Gymnastics Rhytlunic National Rhytlm1ic
Dr. Gloria Balogue, National Team Sports Psychologist-Rhythmic
Dr. Dan Benardot, National Team NutritionistWomen's Artistic and Rhythmic programs
Tanya Service Chaplin, AAC, Former National Team Member, Assistant Coach U. of Washington
Marilyn Cross, Brevet judge-Women's Artistic Dr. Joan Duda, National Team Sports Psycholo
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Michelle Dusserre, Athlete Representative to the USOC AAC, 1984 Olympian, Coach--Colorado Aerials, Registered Dietitian
Carol Kyanka, President-Women's Intersport Network, Kansas City
Jennifer Marm, Counselor ea ting disorders Former Rhy thmic National Team Member
Cathy Rigby McCoy, 1972 Olympian
Claudia Miller, Judge, Mother of Sharman Miller
Dr. Aurelia Nattiv, Assistant Clinical Professor, UCLA, Co-Chair ACSM (American College of Sports Medicine) Task Force on the Female Athlete Triad
Sarah Patterson, Head Coach-U. of Alabama
Dr. Polly Rost, Clinical Director Rost and Associates
Lynn Sievers, "House Mother"Rhythmic National Group
Catherine Y akhimovich, Coach - USA Gymnastics Rhytlunic National Team
Donna Strauss, Co-Director- Parkettes
Status The Task Force met the weekend of June
3-4, 1995 in Indianapolis. At the meeting the Task Force reviewed the current products and programs offered by USAG dealing with the prevention and treatment of the female athlete triad; reviewed the approach and recommendations made by other organizations including the NCAA and the ACSM; reviewed available research on the female athlete triad as it affects gymnastics; heard presentations from Task Force members on the triad as experienced by athletes, coaches, judges, and parents; and received information from the several psychologists on the Task Force regarding their clinical experience with gymnasts experiencing eating disorder problems.
Several sessions will be conducted at the National Congress for members to discuss the Task Force's work and to learn more about the scope of their potential recommendations. The Task Force will meet at the conclusion of the Congress on August 20-21.
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SPECIAL OLYMPIC PLANNING SESSION
National Team Coaches
June 2,1995 Indianapolis, IN
This was a special meeting of the coaches of the current Senior National Men's Team and representatives of the National Gymnastics Judging Association.
The purpose of the meeting was to provide for discussion of the relevant factors which will affect the performance of the 1996 Olympic Team and what steps can be taken to make a positive impact on those factors.
The meeting was held a t the Indianapolis Courtyard Marriott Hotel and began at 8:00 a.m.
Those in attendance were: Francis Allen, Harry Bjerke, Ron Brant, Ed Burch, Tim Daggett, Tom Dunn, Sadao Hamada, Peter Kormann, Fred Roethlisberger, Art Shurlock, Fred Turoff, Mark Williams and Butch Zunich. Attending for USA Gymnastics were Ron Galimore, Dennis McIntyre, Kathy Scanlan and Mas Watanabe.
I. OVERVIEW The meeting started with a welcome from Men's Program Director, Ron Galimore, w ith an overview of the intentions of the meeting and some background of the areas to be discussed.
II. TRAINING PLAN REVIEW AND STRATEGY FOR 1995-96. A brief overview of the training plan and reporting program was given by Ron Galimore. Mas Watanabe then gave a report on the program. Mas reported that he now has more information than ever on the national team and that the information is definitely making it possible for him to be more effective ilt his interaction and planning for the team. Discussion by all the coaches on the training and reporting program then began. The consensus opinion is that the purpose of the reporting program is educational in value and aides in the gathering of data which can be used for future planning for both the senior and junior programs.
The next discussions centered on ways to make the reporting more effective, educational and accurate. Since there are so many variables in a training plan and since the time before the '96 Olympic Games is fairly short (13 months) it was decided to concentrate on just three areas of improved reporting and performance.
A. Routines
It was discussed and decided by all the coaches that accurate counting of attempted and "hit" routines is very important. In an attempt to standardize the definition of what an attempted routine and a "hit" routine are the following was decided:
Attempt:
1. Must be a competition routine
2. Must use competition rules. (i .e., 30 seconds to remount follow-ing fall)
Hit:
1. Can have no large deduction
2. The gymnast may receive no help other than additional safety matting.*
*Note: It is recognized that safety of the athlete is always a prime concern and that coaches will spot the athlete as necessary for safety only.
B. Volume/Workload
As a educational strategy for gathering information on work volume and workload the following fac tors should be included in reports:
Number of routines attempted-as per definition above
The time period needed for all a ttempts-both by event and by workout.
C. Strength and Conditioning
A sharing of information strategy for strength and conditioning training was discussed. All coaches are encouraged to submit with their athlete's reports a report giving the duration of strength training and a brief description of the strength or conditioning program .
The next aspect discussed by the participants was training camp content and expectations. It was generally agreed that pre-planning is important in preparing both athletes and coaches for the camp and for any competitive event in conjunction with a camp. Everyone agreed that it is important to have both team oriented/ team building type activities, to give clear direction as to the minimum work loads which would be required of all team members, that all team members would be required to a ttend all scheduled workouts and to leave some flexibility in the workout plan to acknowledge the different workout styles of the participants. The next step was to apply this concept to the 1995 World Championships Team Camp.
The tentative schedule for the World Championships Team Camp is:
9/17 Depart for Japan
9/18 Arrive Late in Japan
9/19 Individual adjustment workout
9/20 Open workout (fairly aggressive to help in travel recovery)
9/21-22 Two Compulsories and two Optionals done either-one and one over two days or two and two over two days (minimum standard)
9/23 Light workout day
9/24 Practice Compulsory Competition- (warm-up all six, one touch, compete)plus problem solving session
9/25 Practice Optional Competition-(warm-up all six, one touch, compete) plus problem solving session
9/26 Travel to Competition site, light workout. Announce Team and tentative lineup.
9/27 Podium training-compulsory routines in line-up order
9/28 Light training
9/29 Podium training- optional routines in lineup order
9/30 Light training
III. ROUTINE AND SKILL EVALUATION The next topic for discussion was routine and skill evaluation and judging concerns. A draft proposal was submitted for a program which would have two parts, Part number one would involve the National Technical Coordinator (Mas Watanabe) putting together a video tape of representative routines, both compulsory and optional, to be reviewed by himself, the NAL's and the Competition Committee. This review would include scoring the routines and adding comments as to why certain deductions were taken or credit was not given. These comments would be given to the NGJA National Technical Vice-President, Butch Zunich, to be compiled into a standardized guideline which could be distributed with the video tape. The concept is to provide a standard guideline for both coaches and judges. The second part of the proposal deals with establishing a judges evaluation system which would be used after major competitions to evaluate the performance of each judge for educational purposes. The evaluation process is something which is being created at the direction of the USAG Executive Committee. The discussion which followed identified three areas of weakness in the area of routine and skill evaluation and communication between the coaches, judges and national office. These areas need to be addressed by the Men's Program Committee. These were: A. The identification of specific parts for evaluation and guidelines.
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B, A clear Chain of Command between all committees for asking questions, identifying problems, and dissemination of information,
C. Adequate and accurate dissemination of information, Next, the evaluation of specific compulsory skills was discussed , The need is to reevaluate and decide exactly what will be required in certain compulsory skills to finalize the direction for the next thirteen months, The coaches recommended the following guidelines be adopted by the compulsory committee and MPC: Floor Exercise:
Scale- With continuous rhythm kick to horizontal turn and lift to above horizontal.
Dismount-stretch off floor and emphasize stretch opening at horizontal before landing,
Pommel Horse: Thomas Flair to Scissor Break-no deductions (no stops, breaks or
hits), height is not a factor. Dismount- done to 30 degrees, no deduction, Done to 45 degrees,
0,1 bonus Still Rings:
Cross Strap-no special height deduction, follow FIG guidelines (center of gravity above horizontal)
Honma to swing & lower to kip-swing high towards handstand and must have straight arm lower down with no use of straps prior to kip,
Dismount-lower down and dismount with straight ~rms with no use of the straps is required,
Vault: Pre-flight- 20 degrees hands to feet Slight pike (up to 30 degrees) allowed w ith no deduction Emphasis on height and distance
Parallel Bars: Cast 1/2 turn- turn should be continuous to 30 degrees above
horizontal with no bent arm deduction , Healy -Should read on part 6, #3: Hips below bar a t upper arm
support. Dismount-reaffirm that dismount deductions are correct.
Horizontal Bar: No changes
For optional evaluation it was requested that John Scheer (rings NAL) and Ron Brant (rings- Competition Committee) es tablish an evaluation guideline for strength hold parts, in particular the planche, maltese and Azarian roll positions,
IV. 1996 USOC PEAK PERFORMANCE GRANT The 1996 USOC Peak Performance Grant was discussed in reference to what the coaches believed would make the greatest impact on team success in the final thirteen months before the games, The following items were requested and strongly endorsed by the coaches to be included in the Peak Grant reques t: Personal visitations by the 1996 Olympic Coach to the individual gyms of all potential Olympic Team members, Visitations by expert clinicians to individual gyms for special problem solving as requested by the coach, The opportunity for individual potential Olympic Team members to train with other potential team members in their individual gyms for short periods,
V. OLYMPIC COACH RESPONSIBILITIES This area was more a request from Ron Galimore for all coaches to submit recommendations for the Olympic Coach (which may include themselves), Recommendations should include three reasons why the, candidate should be the Olympic Coach, Also, potential candidates should begin checking their calendars, avai lability and the required responsibilities in the event that they are offered the posi tion,
Submitted by Dennis McIntyre
MEN'S PROGRAM COMMITTEE CONFERENCE CALL
April 12, 1995
Meeting Called to Order by Chairman Roetzheim at 11:15all1 est,
Members on Call:
Bill Roetzheim Chairman
Tim Daggett Vice-Chairman
Fred Rothlisberger Senior Coaches Rep,
Mark Williams Senior Coaches Rep,
Peter Vidmar Athletes Rep,
Kevin Mazeika Junior Coaches Rep,
Dusty Ritter Junior Coaches Rep,
Mas Watanabe Men's Technical Coordinator (voice no vote)
Delmis McIntyre Men's Program Manager (voice no vote)
Ron Galimore Men's Program Director (voice no vote)
I. PREVIOUS MINUTES Motion to approve the March 2 & March 27 minutes.
Motion - B,Roetzheim
Second - M, Williams
Passed
II. JOHN MACREADY FUNDING After a short discussion it was decided not to withhold any funding, It was determined that USAG gives a large amount of funds to other gymnasts and programs and that wi th holding funds from some athletes at the OTC would cause us to consider with holding funds from other programs and athletes,
III. BUDGET INVITATIONAL Motion to invite Steve McCain, John Rothlisberger, Mihai Bagiu, Kip Simons, Josh Stein, Rob Keiffer and Brian Yee. Alternates for athletes ranked 1-7 come from athletes ranked 1-7 & alternates for athletes ranked 8-14 come from athletes ranked 8-14.
Motion - M,Williams
Second -
Passed
IV. COACHES SELECTION Motion to invite coaches based on highest ranking gymnast.
V.
Motion - TD aggett
Second - D,Ritter
Passed
PACIFIC OCEAN GAMES SELECTION PROCEDURES Motion that two gymnasts should be selected, according to age eligibility and by rank order starting with the Senior National team and going down though the Junior National team.
Motion - TDaggett
Second - D.Ritter
Passed
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VI. ALL JAPAM UNIOR HYMNASTICS COMPETITION The office will contact the meet host and tell them that we would like to send gymnast from the results of the USA Championships which take place in August.
Motion - K.Mazeika
Second - T.Daggett
Passed
VII. 1996 INDIVIDUAL EVENT WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS SELECTION PROCEDURES
The selection procedure document draft will be changed to reflect that the top three all-around finishers, from the 1996 Winter Cup Challenge, will be invited to participate in the 1996 World Championships.
Motion - F.Roethlisberger
Second - M.Williams
Passed
Motion to accept the 1996 Individual Event World Championships Selection Procedures document as revised.
Motion - D.Ritter
Second - M.Williams
Passed
VIII. MPC REPRESENTATIVE ON THE ATHLETE AND INSTITUTE GRANT COMMITTEE
Motion to nominate Peter Vidmar to be MPC rep. on Grant Committee
Motion - F.Roethlisberger
Second - K.Mazeika
IX. JAPAN TRIP Motion to invite gymnasts by rank order who indicate that they would be available for the trip.
Motion - T.Daggett
Second - D.Ritter
Passed
Motion to send as many coaches on the trip as the USOC grant will allow.
Motion - F.Roethlisberger
Second - T.Daggett
Meeting Adjourned at 11:22 am Submitted by Ron Galimore Men 's Program Director Signed, Kathy Scanlan, USA Gymnastics President Signed, Ron Galimore, Men's Program Director
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Rhythmic Minutes
JUNIOR OLYMPIC FROGRAM COMMITTEE MEETING
Boston, MA
June 16-18,1995
The meeting was called to order at 7:00 PM by acting chair Jan Williamson.
I. ROLL CALL Members Present:
Tamara Dasso Jan Williamson
Region 1 Region 2 Region 3 Region 4 Region 5 Region 6 Coaches Rep. Judges Rep. Athlete Rep.
Perryne Thompson for Gwen Hilliard Susie DiTullio Kim Wickham Cindy Bickman Lydia Bree, Tracey Callahan Molnar Jackie Scherrer
Rhythmic Program Dir. Vanessa Vander Pluym for Karyn Glover Nora Campbell, non-voting
'I. USA GYMNASTICS REPORT Campbell reported on the following USAG programs: JO Championships, National Championships, Female Triad Task Force, Congress, Get It Going, Girls, Inc., High School AD Meeting, Preschool Ad hoc Committee, Gymnastics Games Book, Membership data, and USAG Mall Tour
III. UPDATES Regional Chairman were requested to update service awards, Rhythmic Club Directory, and Regional Directory.
IV. J.O. TRAINING CAMP Motion that 30 athletes will be invited to the Junior Olympic Training camp in Colorado Springs, September 14-19, 1995. 15 athletes will be invited from Level 7, 15 athletes from LevelS in rank order from the 1995 JO Championships.
Motion - Tracy Callahan Molnar Second - Cindy Bickman PASSED -8-0
V. RSG MEET ORGANIZATION MANUAL The Rhythmic Meet Organization Manual w ill be complete and available by the Fall of 1995.
VI. SPECIAL OLYMPICS C. Bickman and S. DiTullio reported on the Rhythmic Special Olympic Program and the International Special Olympics World Games which will be held in New Haven, CT on June 30-July 9. Eighty-eight rhythmic athletes from around the world will participate.
VII. MEMBERSHIP TASK FORCE T. Dasso gave a report on the progress of the USAG Membership Task Force and requested committee member ideas for club memberships, marketing packages, insurance separation, membership prerequisites and criteria, athlete benefits, coach benefits, etc.
ifill. 1995 RHYTHMIC SCHEDULE Campbell reviewed the 1995 Rhythmic Schedule: Olympic Festival Colorado Springs BUL/USA Nat. Team Training Lake Placid New York Exhibition TBD
July 22-23 July 25-August8 Aug. 4-6*
World University Games JO Training Camp World Championships USA Group Championships USA Gyrnfest
*tentative
Fukuoko, Japan Colorado Springs Vielma San Francisco Indianapolis
IX. 1996 RHYTHMIC SCHEDULE Campbell reviewed the 1996 Rhythmic Schedule: Rhythmic Challenge Colorado Springs Junior Olympic Championships Maryland Eastern Open Western Open National Championships Olympic Trials Olympic Competition USA Group Championships
*tentative
X. RULES AND POLICIES
Macon,Ga Seattle. Athens, Ga. (tentative) Boston Athens, Ga. Open forbid
Aug. 26- 28 Sept. 14-19 Sept. 20-24 Oct. 14- 15 Oct. 26- 29
Feb. 17-18 April 19-21 May 4-5 May 11-12 May 31-June 2 June 25-26 Aug. 1-4 Oct. 11-13*
A review of the 1994-95 version of the Rhythmic Gymnastics Rules and Policies prompted the following actions and revisions for the 1995-96 version.
Chapter 4- Athlete Code of Conduct
RECOMMENDATION to the RTC to add to page 9: Exhibit proper sportsmanship. Any behavior exhibited on the competition floor that is clearly unbecoming of an athlete may receive up to 0.5 deduction at the discretion of the head judge (i.e. throwing of equipment, obscene language).
Chapter 6-Meet Bid, Meet Director
MOTION: (addition to page 17, III C). A copy of the Request for Sanction form must be sent to the Regional Chairman and to the Regional Iudges Assignment Chair.
Motion - S. DiTullio Second - J. Williamson PASSED -9-0
MOTION: re: fee paid to the Regional Judges Assignment Chair (page 17 III C 1). An assignment fee must accompany your request for judges according to the following scale: $15 for up to two judges. $25 for more than two judges.
Motion - S. DiTullio Second - C. Bickman PASSED - 6-0-3
XI. INDIVIDUAL COMPETITIVE PROGRAM Chapter 7-Individual Competitive Program
As the JO Rhythmic Gymnastics program grows, the need for an additional age division has been recognized. The following items affect competition for Levels 5 and 6:
MOTION: regarding new age division for LevelS, page 19, II B. LevelS competition will include a Novice division for gymnasts ages 6-S. A gymnast may not receive a USAG athlete membership until she reaches her sixth birthday. The LevelS Children's division is for ages 9-11.
Motion - S. DiTullio
Second - C. Bickman PASSED -9-0
MOTION: (page 19, II B). Level 6 competition will include a Novice division for gymnasts ages 7-S. A gymnast may compete in the level 6 Novice division beginning Jan 1 of the year she turns seven. The Level 6 Children's division is for ages 9-11.
Motion - S. DiTullio Second - C. Bickman
PASSED 8-0-1
All other age groups for all other levels remain the same.
July 1995 TECHNIQUE
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Rhythmic Minutes
The following policies have been set regarding Level 6 Novice competition: Motion that Level 6 Novice competitors will be included up through and including the State meet only. Level 6 Novice competition is not allowed at the Regional level.
Motion - C. Bickman Second - K. Wickham PASSED - 9-0
Motion that Level 6 Novice competitors will compete a maximum of three routines. They are required to compete the RFX plus one or two events of their choice from the current Level 6 program. Level 6 Novice competitors are not allowed to compete four events.
Motion - C. Bickman Second - P. Thompson PASSED 9-0
Motion that Level 6 Novice competitors must have competed in a local meet to be eligible to compete at the State meet.
Motion - T. Dasso Second - J. Scherrer PASSED - 9-0
XII. OTHER Other items relating to the Junior Olympic Individual Competitive Program: MOTION: (page 20, VI E 2). The minimum qualifying score from State Competition to Regional Competition for 1995-96 for Level 6 is 16.00.
Motion - T. Dasso Second - P. Thompson PASSED - 9- 0
Level 7/8 qualifying scores will remain the same. A recommendation was made to the RTC that Level 7 optional music have same length requirement as Level 8 optionals. (1:00-1:30) Clarification: Qualification to Regionals may be achieved at any State Meet. MOTION: (page 21, VIII) . Point B will be eliminated. Point C will remain the same.
Motion - C. Bickman Second - S. DiTullio PASSED - 9-0
CLARIFICATION (age 25, III B) . All-Around competition is required for Levels 6- 8 individuals (at State and Regional Competitions). Level 6 Novice may not compete all-around. Level9/l0 athletes are recommended to compete all-around.
XIII. J.O. GROUP Participation in Junior Olympic Group Competition has increased since the 1st Junior Olympic Group Championships in October 1994. The USA National Group and the 1996 Olympic Games are expected to further increase interest in group competition. The following proposal was designed and accepted by the committee and will take effect January 1, 1996. CLARIFICATION (page 25, I). The Rhythmic Gymnastics GROUP competitive season begins January 1 of each year. Junior Olympic Group Competitive Structure:
JO Group Competition includes three divisions: Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced., A JO Group is comprised of four performing athle tes plus one alternate if desired. Each division includes one competitive RFX routine and one routine with matching apparatus. The Beginner and Intermediate divisions are compulsory levels. The Advanced is an optional level. Beginner division program: - 1996 compulsory RFX, compulsory four hoops - 1997 compulsory RFX, compulsory four ribbons (ribbons may be
between 4m-Sm; all ribbons in the same group must be the same size) Intermediate division program: - 1996 compulsory RFX, compulsory four hoops
- 1997 compulsory RFX, compulsory four ribbons (ribbons must be at least Sm; all ribbons in the same group must be of the same size)
Advanced division program: - 1996 optional RFX, optional four hoops - 1997 optional RFX, optional four ribbons (ribbons may be between
Sm- 6m; all ribbons in the same group must be of the same size) Groups in any division must compete ei ther RFX only or both RFX and apparatus routines. There are no age requirements. A gymnast will receive her athlete membership only after she reaches her six th birthday. Length of routines- Beginner, Intermediate 1:00-1:30, Advanced 1:30-2:00
Motion to accept the above proposal regarding Junior Olympic Group Motion - J. Scherrer Second - P. Thompson PASSED - 8-0
Preparation of the JO Group Compulsory routines w ill begin immediately and will be available from USA Gymnastics office in Jan/Feb, 1996. Motion that the maximum entry fee for Group Competition is $40 for one routine, $60 for two routines.
Motion - J. Scherrer Second - P. Thompson PASSED - 9-0
XIV. RSG COMPETITION RULES Chapter lO-Rules for Rhythmic Competitions
MOTION: (page 27, II A). A gymnast may not move down a level once she has entered a State Meet, except by petition to the Regional Board.
Motion - C. Bickman Second - J. Scherrer PASSED -9-0
Motion that the Level 6 event awards by score range remain as written. In addition, the top half (rounding down) of all competitors up through third place in each event will be awarded with an individual event rosette. (Le., if there are only three competitors in a division, afirstplace rosette will be given for each event. If there are four competitors in a division a first and second place rosette will be given for each event, etc.)
Motion - S. DiTull io Second - C. Bickman PASSED - 9-0
Motion that a Guest competitor at state and regional competitions is anyone who does not reside within that state or region. Guests may be invited as part of a separate invitational competition with separate awards given at the discretion of the meet director. The type of awards must be specified in the initial entry information.
Motion - C. Bickman Second - T. Dasso PASSED- 9-0
MOTION: (page 33, I & n. Level 9 athletes will receive individual event ribbon rosettes the same as Levels 7&8 (instead of medals).
Motion - S. DiTullio Second - C. Bickman PASSED -9-0
MOTION RE: CERTIFICATES-USAG certificates are only required to be presented at the Regional Championships. Certificates are optional at all other levels of competition.
Motion - T. Dasso Second - P. Thompson PASSED - 9-0
MOTION: [page 34, (X)K]. Beginning in 1996, each group member wilt receive a JO Group ribbon award for each event, RFX or apparatus, based on placement following the same rules as the individual levels (top half of all groups up through 3rd place). One trophy or plaque award pergroup will be presented to the all-around winning groups (top half of all groups up through 3rd place).
July 1995 TECHNIQUE
Rhythmic Minutes
Motion - J. Scherrer
Second - V. Vander Pluym
PASSED - 8-0-1
F1ool/Facility Regulations
CLARIFICATION (page 35, XIIA 1). The competition arena may consist of a wooden floor, a rubber-covered ... The competition area may consist of a carpet layer ...
The FIG recently approved an increased floor size of 13m.x.13m to better accomodate group competition. For competitions in the U.S., the floor area may continue to be 12m.x.12m for individual competition. Anyone buying a new carpet is encouraged to buy a 13m x 13m.
MOTION: (page 35) Spring floors are acceptable for Junior Olympic competitions up through and including the State Level. (If a spring floor is used it must be announced in the initial meet information.)
Motion - S. DiTullio
Second - P. Thompson
PASSED -8-1
XV. APPARATUS AND ATTIRE Chapter 11 Apparatus and Attire Regulations
MOTION: (Page 37, III F). For both novice and childrens divisions, the size and weight of the hoop may be in proportion to the size of the gymnast.
Motion - J. Scherrer
Second - T. Molnar
PASSED-9-0
MOTION: (page 39, VI). For the novice division, the ribbon may be a linimum of four meters.
Motion - T. Dasso
Second - C. Stone
PASSED- 9-0
XVI. CHAPTER 12, STATE MEETS MOTION: (age 41, II A). All State meets must be completed at least two weeks prior to the Regional Championships.
Motion - S. DiTullio
Second - K. Wickham
PASSED - 9-0
XVII. J.O. CHAMPIONSHIPs Chapter 14 Junior Olympic Championships
The original purpose of the at-large team was to allow talented gymnas ts from larger and stronger regions the chance to compete at the JO Championships. Since the region restructuring in 1993 and 1994, the 1995 Junior Olympic Championships have shown equitable quality of gymnasts in each region .
Motion that there will be no at-large team for the JO Championships.
Motion - L. Bree
Second - C. Bickman
PASSED - 8- 0-1
MOTION: (page 45, IA). The top six Level 7 and the top six Level 8 individual athletes (regardles of age division) from each Regional competition will qualify to the JO Championships. The top four scores from each event will count toward the Regional team score.
Motion - C. Stone
Second - P. Thompson
PASSED -9-0
XVIII. LEVEL 6 FLOOR PATTERNS Motion that for Level 5 and 6 competition with two gymnasts on a floor, the carpet will be divided into two equal halves, noted by a visible line. Floor patterns and directions are optional and will be left to the discretion
of the individual coaches. Judges will sit on Side 1 only. (See Technique article for further explanation)
Motion - L. Bree
Second - C. Bickman
PASSED - 8-0-1
Each region is responsible for determining a policy for the administration of Level 6 competitions. It has been suggested that the gymnasts wait for the judge's signal and the announcement of their name at the back of the floor to help eliminate confusion.
Motion that no line judges will be used for Level 5 or Level 6. Line deductions will be taken by the judge for Level 6.
Motion - P. Thompson
Second - T. Molnar
PASSED - 9-0
XIX. RESTRUCTURING Regional restructuring was done in 1993 to hel p small regions gain resources and to balance the level of regional competition across the country. Three proposals for additional shifting of regions were discussed at length. No consensus could be reached and the issue was tabled until 1996. The situation will be monitored throughout the next year.
XX. GRIEVIENCE SUB·COMMITTEE Motion that a Grievance Sub-committee will be instituted as follows:
A. The JO Program Committee will elect a three member committee to addresss issues that develop with regard to complaints, violations, or grievances filed against any participant in a Junior Olympic event.
B. The Chairman of the JO Program Sub-committee will serve as the chairman of the Grievance sub-committee.
C. The Rhythmic Program Director will serve as a non- voting member.
D. All matters related to the Grievance Committee will remain confidential.
E. The Grievance Committee must follow the grievance prodecures established by USA Gymnastics.
Motion - S. DiTullio
Second - J. Scherrer
PASSED - 9-0
Motion that the Grievance Committee consist of the JOPC Chair, the coaches rep. and one other regional director.
Motion - S. DiTullio
Second - P. Thompson
PASSED -9-0
Motion to noutinate S. DiTullio as the regional director to sit on the Gtie~ altce sub cOlll1uittee.
Motioll P. TltOl1lP~Oll
Secolld C. Bickmall
PASSED 8 0 1
Motion to elect S. DiTullio as chair of JOPC
Motion - J. Scherrer
Second - P. Thompson
PASSED - 5-0-4
Motion to adjourn.
Motion - P. Thompson
Second - V. Vander Pluym
PASSED - 9-0
The JOPC meeting was adjoul'l1ed at 1:10PM on Sunday, June 18, 1995. Next meeting will be held in the spring of 1996.
Minutes approved, June, 1995 Signed Kathy Scanlan, USAG President Signed Nora Campbell, USAG Rhythm ic Program Director
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Rhythmic Gymnastics
LEVEL 6 FLOOR P ATIERN REVISION
Paula Hilliker Rhythmic Program Assistant
T heJuniorOlympic Program Committee recently voted to revise the floor patterns for Level 6 for two
gymnasts on a floor. (See JOPC Minutes, page ???) The new ruling was made to allow athletes to be judged according to how they perform the elements, with no deductions for" going the wrong way." The decision will also provide better sight lines for the judges and eliminate undesirable interaction between gymnasts. The new floor pattern ruling takes effect August 1, 1995 with the new individual competition season.
Meet Director Responsibility
For any Level 5 or 6 competition with two gymnasts competing simultaneously, the floor area must be divided in half with a visible line marking the center. The line may be velcro, tape or another material visible to the gymnasts and judges.
Judges chairs are to be placed onSide 1 only. (See diagram.)
The initial meet information must state the format of the Level 5 and 6 competitions; i.e., one or two at a time. This information should be sent to the Judges Assignment Chair at the time of mailing.
Rotations should be created to allow gymnasts in the same age division to be judged by the same panel in the same event. This is especially important for State and
Regional competitions where the athletes will be ranked for each event and all-around (see minutes).
Each Regional board will decide which format will be used for the Regional competition.
Line judges will not be used for Level 5 and 6. Line deductions will be taken for Level 6 by the head judge (see minutes) .
Coach Responsibility The coach is allowed to determine the best floor pattern for her gymnasts, working within the allotted space (20x40). However, all elements must be performed in the same order, with the same rotational requirements for all pivots.
Line deductions do apply for Level 6 and will be taken by the head judge.
The coach should find out ahead of time what format will be used for competition and train her gymnasts accordingly.
Sample Floor Patterns In the following floor pat
tern diagrams two different possibilities are shown, both of which are correct and will receive no deduction. The coach is responsible for developing the patterns which work best for their gymnasts. The size of the gymnast, amplitude of the movements and taste of choregraphy, should be taken into consideration to determine the preferred patterns.
Sample
Floor Patterns
T .eve! 'i-ROPE LeveI5-BALL
• •
Side 1
Level6-RFX LeveI6-BALL
Side 1 Side I
Level 6-CLUBS Level 6-RIBBON
Side 1 Side 1
July 1995 TECHNIQUE
Calendar
Date Days Discipline Event Location Contact Phone
JULY 12 1 MWR Safety Certification (TBA) Nassau, Bahamas Mike Franco 401-789-8096 13 5 W J.O. Training Camp Colo. Spgs., CO Connie Maloney 317-237-5050 16 1 MWR Safety Certification (12:00-4:00 p.m.) Massillon, OH Chris Antonille 216-837-5116 16 1 MWR Safety Certification (9:00 a.m.-l :00 p.m.) McAllen, TX Eddie Smith 214-203-8294 20 4 R U.S. Olympic Festival Denver, CO Nora Campbell 317-237-5050 20 11 MW U.S. Olympic Festival Boulder, CO Galimore/ Kelly 317-237-5050 21 3 W U.S. Classic Nationals Birmingham, AL' Kathy Kelly 317-237-5050 22 1 MWR Safety Cert. (1 :30-5:30 p.m.) Deerfield, MA S. DiTullio 413-772-0575 I 22 1 MWR Safety Certification (9:00 a.m.-l :00 p.m.) Richmond, VA Billy Bob Taylor 304-344-3279 ('; 22 1 MWR Safety Certification (TBD) & Indiana State meeting Indianapolis, IN Ed Gibson 219-736-2723 A 25 14 R USA/Bulgaria Group Training Lake Placid, NY Nora Campbell 317-237-5050 27 1 MWR Safety Certification (6:00-10:00 p.m.) Carmel, IN Dave Moskovitz 317-237-5050 47 27 2 MWR ASEP Course (4:00-8:00; 9:00-1 :00) Lexington, KY S. Schoenboechler 502-458-8094 28 2 MWR Safety Certification (TBA) & Illinois State meeting Peoria, IL Norbert Bendixen 708-949-77 68 28 2 MWR ASEP Course (TBD) Mundelein, IL Norbert Bendixen 29 1 MWR Safety Certification (New: 1-5:00 p.m./Renew: 2-5:00 p.m.) Decatur, GA Christine Calvert 404-377-0241 29 1 MWR Safety Certification (1 :00-5:00 p.m. New / 2:00-5:00 p.m. Renewal) Decatur, GA Christine Calvert 404-377-0241 29 1 MWR Safety Certification (9:00 a.m.-l:00 p.m.) Sarasota, FL Mike Franco 401-789-8096 29 1 MWR Safety Certification (9:00 a.m.-12:00 noon) Jacksonville, NC Kim Domagalski 803-478-8119 30 1 MWR Safety Certification (2:00-6:00 p.m.) Columbus, OH B. Montanarri 614-777-5057 31 8 M J.O. Training Camp (10-11) Colo. Spgs., CO Dennis Mcintyre 317-237-5050 31 1 MWR Safety Certification (4:00-8:00 p.m.) Fort Worth, TX Kay Brown 903-785-2130
AUGUST 5 2 M Regional Qualifying Meets Various Sites Dennis Mcintyre 317-237-5050 9 1 MWR Safety Certification (6:00-10:00 p.m.) Grand Forks, ND David Adlard 701-746-2797 9 1 MWR Safety Certification (2:00-6:00 p.m.) Mt. Laurel, NJ Wendy Musgrave 609-234-5292 13 1 MWR Safety Certification (TBA) Stroudsburg, PA Inter. Gym Camp 717-629-0244 16 1 MWR Safety Certification (1 :00-5:00 p.m.) New Orleans, LA Tina Sunier 317-237-5050 16 4 MW Coco-Colo Nat'l Championships New Orleans, LA Gary Alexander 317-237-5050 16 1 MWR ASEP Course Congress: 9:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m.) New Orleans, LA Tina Sunier 317-237-5050 17 4 MWR USA Gymnastics National Congress New Orleans, LA Gary Alexander 317-237-5050 17 1 MWR Safety Certification (6:00-10:00 p.m.) New Orleans, LA Tina Sunier 317-237- 5050 20 1 MWR .Sofety Certification (9:00-1 :00 p.m.) New Orleans, LA Tina Sunier 317-237-5050 22 7 R Notional Group Training Camp Downers Grove, IL Nora Campbell 317-237-5050 24 4 W Notional Elite Training Squad Camp Colorado Springs, CO Kathy Kelly 317-237-5050 24 14 MWR World University Games Fukuoka, JPN Galimore/ Kelly/ Campbell 317-237-5050 25 1 MWR Safety Certification (10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.) San Jose, CA Hiroshi Fujimoto 408-372-1006 25 2 MWR ASEP Course (TBD) Wall, NJ Taro Yamagucci 201-316-2507 30 2 MW 12th International Junior Camp Yokohama City, JPN Galimore/ Kelly 317-237-5050 30 5 R Elite Training Camp Colo. Spgs., CO Nora Campbell 317-237-5050
SEPTEMBER 1 3 MWR FIG General Gymnastics Colloquium Copenhagen, DEN Steve Whitlock 317- 237- 5050 1 2 MWR ASEP Course (6:00-10:00 p.m.; 8:30-12:30 p.m.) Bloomsburg, PA Sue Krum 717-387-0539 8 2 MW World Team Trials Austin, TX Galimore/ Kelly 317-237-5050 8 3 W GAT Convention Austin, TX Cheryl Jarrell 9 1 MWR Safety Certification (TBA) MN Scoll Goy 612-920-5392 10 1 MWR Safety Certification (TBA) MN Scoll Gay 612-920-5392 14 1 MWR Safety Certification (7:30-10:30 p.m.) Santo Claro, CA H. Fujimoto 408-372-1006 14 6 R J.O. Training Camp Colorado Springs, CO Nora Campbell 317-237- 5050 15 3 W NorCal Congress (Region I) TBA Chere Crowhurst 17 1 MWR Safety Certification (9:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m.) Santo Clara, CA H. Fujimoto 408-372-1006 17 1 MWR Safety Certification (9:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m.) Wall Township, NJ Cathy Finkel 201-586-1808
19 6 R Rhythmic World Championships Vienna, AUT Nora Campbell 317-237-5050 23 2 MWR ASEP Course (9:00-6:00 p.m.; 8:30-12:30 p.m.) Auburn, AL Steve Stork 334-826-6728 24 1 MWR Safety Certification (9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.) Wall Township, NJ C. Finkel 201-586-1808 24 1 MWR Safety Certification (9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.) San Diego, CA Edward Franz 619-670-1638 29 3 W Region V Congress Bailie Creek, MI Cindy Scharnes TBA 1 MWR Safety Certification (TBA) WA Leigh Eaton 206-578-2042
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July 1995 TECHNIQUE
Safety Certification Non-profit Organization U.s. Postage
PAID Permit No. 7867 Indianapolis, IN
SAFETY CERTIFICATION COURSES
~ ., .A 48
Minimum age for Safety Certification is 18 years
JULY 10 Savannaha, GA
9:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Savannaha Coostal Georgia YMCA Course Dir: Kim Domagalski 803-773-1404
12 Nassau, 8ahamas Time: 9:00 a.m.-l :00 p.m. Course Dir: Mike Franco 401-789-8096
16 Massillon, OH 12:00 noon-4:00 p.m. with Regional Y Zones YMCA!YWCA Massillon YMCA of USA Great Lakes Zone Gymnastics Course Dir: 80bbi Montanarri Local Contact: Chris Antonille 216837-5116
16 McAllen, TX 9:00 a.m.-l :00 p.m. With Texas Men's USAG State Meeting Hilton; 2721 S. 10th Street; 78503 Hotel #21 0-687-1161 Course Dir: Eddie Smith 214-203-8294 Local Contact: Aaron Samano 210-630-2722
22 Deerfield, MA 1 :30-5:30 p.m. 5 Star Gymnastics Camp Eaglebrook School, 01342-0701 Course Dir: Steve DiTullio 508-263-9306 in July call 413-772-0575
22 or 23 Indianapolis, IN Time: TBA In conjunction with Indiana State Meeting Course Dir: Barry Dubuque Local Contact: Ed Gibson 219-736-2723
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27 Carmel, IN Time: 6:00-10:00 p.m. Carmel Academy of Gymnastics; 575 W. Carmel Dr; 46032 Course Dir: Dave Moskovitz Local Contact: Terri Wilson 317-844-6330
28-29 Peoria, IL Time: T8A Illinois USA Gymnastics State Congress Course Dir: Norbert 8endixen 708-949-7768, 708-708-8743
29 Decatur, GA 1 :00-5:00 p.m. New / 2:00-5:00 Renewal Decatur DeKalb YMCA, 1100 Claire mont Ave. Course Dir.: Christine Calvert 404-377-0241
29 Sarasota, FL Time: 9:00 a.m.-l :00 p.m. Sarasota YMCA Course Dir: Mike Franco 401-789-8096
29 Jacksonville, NC 9:00 a.m.-12:00 noon ' 8ellfork Road Course Dir: Kim Domagalski 803-478-8119, or 803-773-1404 Local Contact: Rhonda Laughlin 910-93B-2213
30 Columbus, OH 2:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m. Universal Gymn. Course Dir: Bobbi Montanarri 614-777-5057, 614-457-1279
31 Fort Worth, TX 4:00-8:00 p.m. 6500 80at Club Road; 76179 Course Dir: Kay Brown 903-785-2130, 903-784-0205
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AUGUST Grand Forks, NO Time: 6:00-10:00 p.m. Red River Valley Gymnastics Course Oir. : Dave Adlaird Local Contact: Nancy Evans 701-746-2797 Mt Laurel, NJ 2:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m. Wil-Moore Gymn; Hartford Road Course Dir: Phil Frank Local Contact: Wendy Musgrave 609-234-5292
13 Stroudsburg, PA Time: T8A International Gym Camp Course Dir: T8A Local Contact: International Gymn Camp 717-629-0244
16 New Orleans Time: 1:00-5:00 p.m. USA Gymnastics National Congress The New Orleans Hilton Riverside and Towers Contact: Tina Sunier 317-237-5050 ext 238
17 New Orleans Time: 6:00-10:00 p.m. USA Gymnastics National Congress The New Orleans Hilton Riverside and Towers Contact: Tina Sunier 317-237-5050 ext 238
20 New Orleans, LA Time: 9:00 a.m.-l :00 p.m. USA Gymnastics National Congress The New Orleans Hilton Riverside and Towers Contact: Tina Sunier 317-237-5050 ext 238
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25 San Jose, CA 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. California Sports Center; 3800 81ackford Ave., Suite C; 95117 Course Dir: Hiroshi Fujimoto 408-372-1006 Local Contact: Linda 8arclay 408-246-7795
SEPTEMBER T8A WA
Time: TBA Washington State Workshop Course Dir: Leigh Eaton 206-578-2042 or 577-6274 MN Time: T8A Minnesota USA Women's State Congress Course Dir: ScaM Gay 612-920-5392
10 MN Time: T8A Minnesota USA Women's Stote Congress Course Dir: ScoM Gay 612-920-5392
14 Santa Clora, CA 7:00-10:30 p.m. Region One Congress Santa Clara MarrioM, 2700 Mission College 8lvd, 95054 Course Dir: Hiroshi Fujimoto 408-372-1006 Local (ontact: Chere Crowhurst 408-238-7245
17 Santa Clara, CA 9:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Region One Congress Santa Clara Marriott, 2700 Mission College 8lvd, 95054 Course Oir: Hiroshi Fujimoto 408- 372-1006 Local contact: Cherll Crowhurst 408-238-7245
A ll courses are 3 rd Cycle courses.
All materials (including the new Safety Handbook) for 3rd Cycle courses are provided at the course and are part of the course fee.
Certification is good for four years.
The course/ examination is $100. USA Gymnastics Professional Members and recertification is $75. Retest cost is $25. For groups of at least 10, contact the USA Gymnastics Department of Educational Services and Safety.
To achieve Safety Certification, the participant must be at least 18 years of age at the time of the course.
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