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DEPARTMENTS PROGRAM UPDATE

President's Message .. ................. .. .. ...... . 4 1 998 KAT Workshop .. ..... ..... .............. 1 8

Safety Certification Requirement .......... 20 Men's Program Update ........ .. ...... .. ...... 21

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Sandy Knapp announced last month my intention to return to my home in Seattle this fall to head up its effort to secure the USOC bid city designation for the 2012 Olympic Games. I have several more months to serve as President and so will not say my final goodbye yet. But I would be completely remiss ifl didn't take this opportunity to thank

each and everyone of our members for the rewarding experience I have had, and continue to have, as President of this organization. It is a reflection of the tremendous energy, commitment and passion of the gymnastics community. During my tenure as President we have tried to emphasize member services and broadening our commitment to the clubs, coaches and ser­vices provided to the broad base of the gymnastics community, while maintaining a commit­ment to excellence for all three of the national teams in our Olympic disciplines.

Kathy Scanlan

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One of the areas in which we continue to work is safety and coaches education. As you are aware, the Board of Directors has adopted a policy that all professional members must be

safety certified by August 1, 1998. We are setting a record pace for safety certifications as this deadline approaches.

To improve our processing of safety certifications and ensure monitoring of safety courses, we moved responsibility for the safety certification programs to the Member Services Division. Steve Whitlock, who pioneered our Safety Education program, remains with USA Gymnastics focusing on the development of General Gymnastics, the Website and the USA Gymnastics Congress. Steve will also serve a vital role in content development for our safety and coaching education programs.

Along with the move of safety certification, the Member Services Division is administering the Professional Development Programs I and II and the Kinder Accreditation Programs. Both the content and administration of these programs will be reviewed in the next several months.

Meanwhile, our commitment to coaches education continues to grow. The Talent Opportunity Program (TOP's) in the Women's Program provides an important opportunity for those interested in coaching at the elite level to be educated by some of the top clinicians in the nation. Not only are we reaching a lot of coaches this way, but additionally the TOP's program is showing great results. Remembering that we started TOP's in 1992, it is a remarkable fact that we have one member of our Senior International Team, eight members of the Junior International Team and 10 members of our Child/Junior/Senior National Teams that have been a part of the TOP's program. These 19 athletes are out of a total of 72 on these teams. Equally important, these athletes come from 15 clubs, including eight clubs who have never before had an elite program. The Elite Program Committee and Gary Warren, who manages this program in the office, are to be congratulated on its success.

The Women's Program is planning the development of additional coaches education programs in con­junction with the Member Services Department. These programs, which will be piloted this fall, will pro­vide coaching instruction for all levels of coaches and be offered by some of the top clinicians in the nation. Please look for the announcement of this exciting new opportunity.

The Future Stars Program, launched by the Men's Program in 1996, has placed an even greater emphasis on coaches education than the Olympic Development Program it replaced. In 1996, this program includ­ed a division for 10-11 year olds, in 1997 a 12-year-old division was added and in 1998 a 6-9 year old divi­sion will be added. In 1997, 100 coaches attended the coaches workshop. I am sure that this program will continue to produce many National Team Members.

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by William Corne/ius, Ph.D. Associate Professor of Education, University of North Texas

'

he shoulder joint consists primarily of the glenoid fossa of the scapula and humeral head. Relationships between the humerus and scapula are particularly apparent in suc­

cessful gymnastics performance. Although humerus movements

are more obvious than scapula actions, the scapula plays an integral part in productive shoulder joint function. There would

be little success during gymnastics performance without a scapula that fully accommodates movements of the humerus. A

problem arises when there is inadequate cooperation between

these bony segments at the shoulder joint. Gymnastics perfor­mance typically is associated with a wide range of humerus movements, from such action patterns as hyper-flexion to

hyper-extension and from hyper-abduction to adduction.

Biomechanical Relationships

Less than adequate scapula involvement will create inevitable prob­lems. The gymnast is predisposed to injury as a result. One example

of this situation can come from a lack of cooperation as the humeral head contacts the acromion process or grinds the glenoid labrum lin­

ing the glenoid fossa. Consequenrly, every effort should be made to

understand how the scapula relates to and cooperates with humerus movement.

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Shoulder Joint Identifying and understanding shoulder joint interactions can be important when trying to understand how the gymnast moves from one skill to the next. Gymnastics combinations typically involve a close relationship between bony segments within the shoulder joint and are associated with a wide variety of movements around three principal axes. Consequently, basic biomechanical con­siderations that deal with anatomical and mechanical principles are essential to this process in dealing with joint inter­actions. Figures 1 and 2 illustrate some of the multiple actions of the humerus at the shoulder joint that are associated with gymnastics performance.

MOVEMENTS ABOUT AXES. The shoulder joint is multi-axial or triaxial and possesses the greatest range of motion of

any human joint. A good example of the multidimensional shoulder joint is illus­trated in Figure 1. Movements in frames 1-2 demonstrate left and right humerus extension around the mediolateral axis. Frames 2-3 illustrate a combination of all three axes as the left humerus moves fur­ther into extension, while medially rotat­ing around the longitudinal axis and abducting about the anteroposterior axis. The right humerus demonstrates transverse adduction in frames 3-5 around the longitudinal axis. At release in frame 3, the left arm first moves into slight transverse abduction and then quickly returns to the bar through trans­verse adduction. Both movements of the left humerus are around the longitudinal axis. The right humerus duplicates these actions in frames 3-5.

A handstand position can be reached in Figure I, frame 5, when sufficient angu-

lar momentum about the mediolateral axis is produced from frame 1-3. No fur­ther increase or decrease in angular momentum is possible once the bar has been released at frame 3. External torque is not present when the gymnast is free of support. Superior shoulder joint flexi­bility will allow the gymnast to swing through greater angular displacement on the left humerus in frame 3 and will permit a transfer of angular momentum to the longitudinal axis into frame 4. An opportunity to produce greater angular impulse is provided when the left hand remains on the bar longer. This can have a positive influence on increasing angu­lar momentum and in controlling trans­fer of angular momentum from axis to axis.

The resistive effect of the force of gravity has a profound influence on the forward upward swing in Figure I, frames 3-5.

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BIOMECHANICAL RELATIONSHIPS WITHIN THE SHOULDER JOINT (continued from page 7)

This resistive influence is particularly effective when the gyrrmast is free of support (frame 4). When there is no fur­ther angular momentum remaining for­ward around the mediolateral axis, the gyrrmast must begin to prepare for the downward swing in frames 5-7. Preparation is to distribute the mass away from the hands with a diagonal action of both the right and left humerus in frames 5-6. This results in a combina­tion of humerus flexion (mediolateral axis) and transverse abduction (longitu­dinal axis). Frame 7 simply results in a static position at the shoulder joint as the upper arms come in contact with the parallel bars in order to resist the pull of gravity. Angular momentum is increased in moving from frame 5 to 7 when the net torque is increased with an extended body (gravity provides a motive torque) as well as with an upward action force from the hands to the bars. The resulting reaction torque from the bars provides increased angular momentum around the mediolateral axis at the bar contact points.

ANATOMICAL COOPERATION. The gym­nast relies on cooperation between the scapula and the humerus when perform­ing most gyrrmastics skills. Successful cooperation of these two anatomical seg­ments of the shoulder joint hinge on a 2:1 ratio (Amheim and Prentice, 1997; Kreighbaum and Barthels, 1996). Consequently, when the humerus moves 90 degrees within the glenoid fossa, the scapula moves approximately 45 degrees. This translates as an important scapulohumeral rhythm that exists in a biomechanical relationship.

The scapula cooperates with the humerus in several ways. First, the scapula provides a firm base for shoul­der joint muscles to attach at their origin. This outfits the humerus with a means to translate around the various axes and to overcome inertia. Figure 1 (frames 2-3) and Figure 2 (frames 3-5), provide exam­ples of explosive humerus movement

into hyper-extension (left) and abduc­tion (right and left), respectively. Figure 2, frames 3-4, further illustrates over­coming inertia as the body is moved upward against gravity. Second, muscles that move the scapula provide a means of cooperation by aligning the glenoid fossa in order to accommodate humerus movement. Cooperation is further estab­lished by the rotator cuff muscles as they stabilize and fine tune the position of the humeral head in the glenoid fossa.

HUMERUS AND SCAPULA RELATIONSHIPS. There is a close relationship between movements of the humerus and scapula during gymnastics performance. For example, when the humerus moves into extension in Figure 2, frames 1-3, the scapula rotates downward and depress­es to better position the glenoid fossa for the moving humeral head. Frames 3-4 illustrate humerus transverse abduction as the rings are moved outward and the body rises above the rings. This is only possible as the scapula accommodates the humeral head by moving into adduc­tion, downward rotation, and medial tilt. The humerus then begins moving into abduction from frames 4-5 with pressure downward on the rings . The scapula aligns the glenoid fossa by moving into abduction, upward rotation, and eleva­tion. A stabilized and elevated scapula is necessary in frames 5-7 to allow the gyrrmast to swing fluently through the bottom.

The gyrrmast reaches maximum angular momentum in frame 7 followed by con­servation of angular momentum in frames 8-9 as the humerus moves into extension. This is associated with a simultaneous decrease in rotational iner­tia (moment of inertia) at the shoulder joint. The distribution of the gyrrmast's mass is reduced in this upward swing to permit increased angular velocity as the angle at the shoulder joints decrease. Movement of the scapula provides the appropriate relationship with the humerus as it downwardly rotates and depresses slightly. Further external torque is now needed from the rings during the upswing in frames 9 to 10 as the angle at the shoulder joint increases. Additionally, this change demands an external motive torque because a larger

overall rotational inertia now results as the torso lengthens. The external motive torque required near the completion of the sequence acts to maintain sufficient angular momentum to combat the increased rotational inertia and the resis­tive external torque from gravity.

Shoulder Joint Trauma The gyrrmast is subject to shoulder joint trauma when the scapula does not fully cooperate with the humerus during high resistance and repetitive joint range of motion activities. Progressive resistance exercise and a wide variety of preparato­ry and lead-up activities can improve the relationship between the humerus and scapula. Associated connective and mus­cle tissue quality is enhanced when appropriate, pain-free gyrrmastics activi­ties are balanced with year-round condi­tioning and periodic health assessments.

Rotator cuff impingement syndrome and thoracic outlet syndrome are examples of injuries that can develop when the athlete is not properly conditioned and inappropriate medical decisions are allowed. Predisposition to injury is like­ly when a lack of shoulder joint stability is coupled with limited lmderstanding of how the shoulder joint functions. The shoulder joint lacks inl1erent stability because of the shallow glenoid fossa and limited ligamentous support. Well pre­pared shoulder joint connective and muscle tissues provide needed stabiliza­tion for increasing joint integrity. Therefore, healthy cOlU1ective tissue and rotator cuff muscles are particularly needed and well suited for allowing the gyrrmast to perform at a high level. •

References

Amheim, D.D., & Prentice, W.E. (1997). Principles of athletic training (9th ed.). Madison, Wisconsin: Brown and Benchmark Publishers.

Kreighbaum, K, & Barthels, KM. (1996) . Biomechanics: a qualitative approach for studying human move­ment (4th ed.). Boston: Allyn and Bacon.

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"0 Different Ways of Performing The Double Layout

by Vladimir Artemov, World and Olympic Champion

Below are two ways of performing the double layout. Each way is perfectly acceptable. Study the two diagrams and utilize the technique that works best for your gymnast. There are also some trampoline and tumbling drills included to help your gym­nast learn the double layout.

DIAGRAM I

1. The landing on the back handspring should be vertical. Head is neutral or a little down. The hands are pushing tall, straight arms by the ears. Bottom tight. Stomach in. Knees straight.

2. Take off: The hands should be pushing up and back about 70 degrees. This depends on the speed. The gymnast's chest should be a little open, stomach in, bottom tight, toes pointed, legs straight. Push tall and back. Body Position: A little arch and tight. Head still neutral or a little down.

3. 1st and 2nd Quarters: The hands should push tall and back. The gymnast should drive the hips up.

4. 3rd Quarter: The hands begin moving down, shoulders back. Head is neutral.

5. 4th Quarter: The gymnast will be finishing the first layout. Body Position: tight arch, head up, hands by the hips. Hips push forward, shoulders moving back. The stomach should be in. The chest is open pushing back (the gymnast should feel like pushing in a bridge, or the gymnast should feel like the shoulders pushing to the heels all the time).

6. 5th Quarter: The hands are in the same line as the legs (pushing back) Hips push up. Stomach in. Chest open, head up pushing back. Bottom tight.

7. 6th Quarter: The hands are behind the hips. Hips push up .

Stomach in. Chest open. Head up, pushing back. Bottom tight.

S. 7th Quarter: Before Landing: Body position is straight. Head neutral. Hands move forward from behind. The location of the hands depends on the speed of rotation and height: Medium (normal): hands in front of the hips. Slow: Hands will be behind. Fast: Hands will be more in front.

Landing:

The landing depends on the speed of the rotation:

High Speed (with height and rotation): The hands will be moving more forward up in front of the gymnast.

Low Speed (with height and rotation): The hands will be behind or a little in front.

DIAGRAM II

1. The landing on the back handspring should be vertical. Head is neutral or a little down. The hands are pushing tall, straight arms by the ears. Bottom tight. Stomach in. Knees straight.

2. Take Off: The hands should be pushing up and back about 70 degrees . This depends on the speed. The gymnast's chest should be a little open, stomach in, bottom tight, toes pointed, legs straight. * All the time push tall and back. Body position: A little arch and tight. Head still neutral or a little down.

3. 1st and 2nd Quarter: The hands should push tall and back. At the end of the 2nd Quarter, the gymnast should kick the hips up and the hands start to move slightly down. Body Position: A little hollow in the chest, bottom tight, stomach in, head down, hips pushing forward .

4. 3rd Quarter: Hands will continue to go further down. Body Position: A little hollow in the chest, bottom tight, stomach in, head down, hips pushing forward.

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The body position remains the same as the 5th quarter. Before landing, the hands will move forward. This depends on the speed of rotation:

6. 5th Quarter: Body position will stay the same as in the 4th quarter. The hands will move further back behind, with the

High Speed: The hands will be more forward before the landing. Low Speed: The hands will still be behind.

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TWO DIFFERENT WAYS OF PERFORMING THE DOUBLE LAY-OUT (cont inued from pnge 11)

TRAMPOLINE DRILLS

a. Layout straight body with hands up, head down on a soft mat.

b. Layout 11/4 straight body with hands up, head down to back on a soft mat.

TUMBLING DRILLS

a. Round-off back hand­spring layout on a soft mat (3 feet high)

b. Round-off back hand­spring layout 11/4

straight body with hands up, head down on a soft mat.

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PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE (continued from page 4)

Both of these programs, and efforts in the rhythmic program, will be analyzed with the Professional Development Program as Member Services and our program staff continue our empha­sis on coaches education and development.

I hope many of you read Dr. Michel Leglise's very interesting paper in the last issue of Technique, a paper which was also pre­sented at the Berlin FIG Symposium. Dr. Leglise provides very direct answers to some of the questions you as a coach or judge may be asked by parents, including: Does the specific and intensive practice of gymnastics limit growth, and therefore adult height? and Doesn't the practice of gymnastics cause cer­tain disorders, such as delayed bone stnlcture development, late menstruation, menstrual disorders, etc.? To both of these he answers a resounding no.

The work of the Medical Commission in providing answers to issues raised by the media and reflected in parents questions is very important to the development of gymnastics world wide and in the United States. Dr. Dan Benardot, of Georgia State University, has been appointed as an Expert to the Medical Commission and is directly involved in its work and research.

The educational materials being developed by our Athlete Wellness Program will, I hope, provide critical assistance and information for coaches and parents involved in our programs. The information developed for the use of the National Teams is applicable to our Junior Olympic athletes and the Wellness Program provides a means of disseminating that information.

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"Coach Beth, Coach Beth! Come here QUICK! There's an anaconda under our tramps!" I was recently coaching a 3 & 4 year old class at the trampolines when Ryan, one of the little boys, came running up to me with a dire expression on his face. He was intent on showing me the anaconda he had inadvertently spotted lurking beneath

our trampolines. It was clearly evident that he was very concerned, so I fol­lowed him back to the spot where he had been sitting as he had awaited his turn.

By the time I got there, he had already planted his face between the springs of the trampoline and was staring into the tramp pit, searching for the anaconda. The other children, upon hearing the news of the snake slithering around beneath them, were also interested in seeing this zoological wonder we kept in our gym.

The next thing I knew, I had a line of kids, faces wedged between the tramp springs, staring into the tramp pit. It occurred to me that I might have lost their attention for the moment. Split jumps would have to wait. After alt it isn't often that one can view an anacon­da in the gym.

So, down I went to join the fantasy! I lined up with them, buried my face between the springs and became fully involved in THE GREAT ANACONDA HUNT. Ryan had EVEN seen its EYES! As we searched, we continued to talk

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through the springs. We discussed the fact that OUR anaconda was a NICE ana­conda and it should have a name if it was to be member of our class. So, we took a class vote and named our anacon­da "ANNIE."

We, of course, never saw AImie because she was OBVIOUSLY hiding from us at the time. By ALL accounts, however, AImie was HUGE! Once we had settled on her name and the fact that AImie was a friendly snake, the children tired of the search and one by one went back to their trampolines and back to their split jumps. Such is a 3-year-old class.

One of my greatest joys in life is working with my "gymbabies. " As Preschool Director for Acrotex Gymnastics, I am known as "Coach Beth," a role I cherish because I gain so much, personally, through watching the children grow as individuals as well as gymnasts. Their little imaginations and perspectives are gold mines for both humor and truth.

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meeting their individual needs as much as I possibly can within the one hour I see them each week. It is also my job to give each child success, regardless of tal­ent or potential. No matter what his or her behavior, I must remember that each child is someone's most cherished baby.

With all these goals in mind, I face each class, some more daunting than others, with a clear plan. Lesson plan laid out, set-up in place, I walk onto the floor with the goal of teaching my students the best skills with the best form possible for their tender ages. Inevitably, however, they have their own agendas for that hour. They would much prefer to run

nurturing them rather than taking the easy way out

by simply removing them anytime they do the "kid-thing," straying out of the

gymnast order of focused work.

amok, jumping into the pit or on the trampolines or hanging from the bar of their choice with little regard for skill­mastery. I would venture to say that anyone who has attempted to coach preschool gymnastics could relate to the chaos of which I speak.

The trick to running a successful preschool gynmastics class, then, hinges on my ability as the coach to capture and maintain the children's attention, keep­in.g them on-task and focused on the skills. This requires the use of discipline, a gymnastics skill in its own right.

When I think of discipline or the "redi­rection of behavior," the word "time­out" immediately comes to mind. It is the most commonly used form of disci­pline in most of the preschool classes I have had the opportunity to observe. Unfortunately, it is a tool that is, perhaps, over-rated as well as over-used. It is a negative form of discipline, taking away from productive class time.

While I do use "time-out," I try to limit its use only to the most drastic of times when a child becomes violent toward another child or completely irrational, needing time to calm down. If nothing else works, it is my fallback discipline. Its use is a topic all its own.

With the limited class time we all have with our students, however, we must ask ourselves if there might not be a better way to keep the children on task rather than sitting them out every time they lose concentration. Further, given the impact we have on our students' lives, it is important to strive to be as positive as we possibly can be, giving to each child ra ther than taking from them.

Accep ting their limited attention span due to their developmental stages, how can we punish them for being children? How can we penalize them for being normal in their stages of development? We should be nurturing them rather than taking the easy way out by simply removing them any time they do the "kid-thing," straying out of the gynmast order of focused work.

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One way I have fOW1d to answer this issue is the use of their own imaginations to turn their attentions, or "redirect" them, toward the activities at hand, as described in the anaconda story. Giving the children ownership of the class by allowing their imagination and curiosity to become a positive part of the class gives them reason to feel good about themselves. It helps them to feel accepted and validates them as full-fledged and contributing members of the class. It also gives each class its own dynamic and personality and allows the children to explore group interaction.

The beauty of this technique is that, since they have limited attention spans, it doesn't take long for them to tire of the dis­tracting activity. They can be just as easily drawn back toward the skill work as they were drawn away from it. It doesn't take long for one of them to head back to their tramp to resume jumping.

Then, with a simple, "HEY! Susie is doing her split jumps! Those are BEAUTIFUL split jumps! Susie, I am so proud of how hard you are working," the other children, wishing to be praised as well, run back to their tramps and begin split jump­ing "to beat the band."

If there is one child still distracted, I point out Susie's hard work to that child specifically, "Jolumy, can you believe that Susie is doing her split jumps ALL BY HERSELF?" Hmmm ... does Johnny want to be outdone? NO WAY! Jolumy will tend to rW1 back to his place anxiously waiting his turn to prove that he too can split jump ALL BY HIMSELF.

As for the anaconda hunt? Class resumed until the next major distraction, everyone happy with its outcome. Ryan was pleased at having his snake acknowledged. The other children were pleased to have been a part of a snake-safari and it pro­vided a brief respite, or "brain-break" as I call it, from the con­centration on the skill work.

Hey!! Not many children can boast at having an anaconda as a gym pet...but WE CAN!.

Beth Gardner is the Preschool Director at Acrotex Gymnastics and her email addressis: beth@bga.com

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March 31, 1998

I. ROLL CALL Meeting called to order at 11:10 a.m. EST by Chair Marc Yancey.

Members Present:

Marc Yancey

George Beckstead

Greg Corsiglia

Tim Daggett

Mark Williams

Barry Weiner

Chris Waller

Ron Gallmore

Dennis McIntyre

Peter Kormann

Chair MPC & Jr. Coaches Rep.

FlG Rep. (joined call at 12:30 p.m.)

Jr. Coaches Rep.

Vice-Chair for Men

Sr. Coaches Rep.

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Men's Program Director (voice, no vote)

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National Team Coordinator (voice, no vote)

II. ROMANIAN INTERNATIONAL GYMNASTICS TOURNAMENT

Discussion involved selection of an athlete to this event and whether it was important for a USAG participant to attend. Previous team selections were covered. The significance of Winter Cup to the selec­tion of athletes was also reviewed. The committee decided to offer the meet to Steve McCain who is the only national team member who has not been in an international meet this season.

III. 1998 USA SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS Peter Kormann, Barry Weiner and Butch Zunich met as a subcorrunittee to review bonus for the 1998 USA Championships. A document with two additional bonus options was presented to the corrunittee by Kormann.

Accept the subcommittee's bonus document with revisions.

Motion-Tim Daggett Second-Mark Williams PASSED 6-0.

IV. 1998·2000 MEN'S NATIONAL TEAM - TEAM 2000 ATHLETE & COACHES FUNDING DOCUMENT

Changes to the draft were discussed.

Accept Funding Document with revisions.

Motion-Mark Williams Second-Greg Corsiglia PASSED 6-0.

V. FIG 2000 CODE OF POINTS Modifications and presentations are being prepared by George Beckstead and the USA judging community. We would like formulation.

Adjourn meeting.

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Presentations Sessions will be conducted at the Indiana Convention Center providing a modern, elegant, and flexible environment for Congress. Sessions will feature informative speakers discussing club business, technique and sport science, preschool/developmental and judges training as well as men's, women's, rhythmic, and general gymnastics topics.

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Tentative Schedule for 1998 USA Gymnastics National Congress During the 12 Congress Session Rounds, there will be simulta­neous presentations in the following topic areas: women's artis­tic gymnastics, men's artistic gymnastics, rhythmic gymnastics, general gymnastics, sport science, business, preschool move­ment education, women's judging, alternative activities, and other special topics. NOTE: not all of these topic areas will be presented during each round. A more detailed listing of pre­sentations will be posted at a later date.

Tuesday, August 1 8 5:00-7:00 pm Congress Registration (site TBD)

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CONGRESS EXHIBITION HALL SET·UP

John Hancock u.S. Gymnastics Championships (Junior Men)

John Hancock u.S. Gymnastics Championships (Senior Men)

Thursday, August 20 7:00 am-7:00 pm

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Congress Registration (at Indiana Convention Center)

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Congress Exhibition Hall set-up (Exhibitors only)

Round 1 Congress Sessions - followed by a 15 min. break

Round 2 Congress Sessions - followed by a 90 min. break

Exhibition Hall Preview (Gym Club Owners Only!)

CONGRESS EXHIBITION HALL OPEN TO ALL REGISTRANTS

John Hancock u.S. Gymnastics Championships (Junior Women)

Round 3 Congress Sessions - followed by a 45 min. break

Round 4 Congress Sessions - followed by a 15 min. break

Various meetings

John Hancock u.S. Gymnastics Championships (Senior Women)

Friday, August 21 Registration Desk open

7:00-8:00 am

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5:30-6:30 pm

7:00 pm

Various meetings

Round 5 Congress Sessions - followed by 0 45 min. break

CONGRESS EXHIBITION HALL OPEN TO ALL REGISTRANTS

Round 6 Congress Sessions - followed by a 90 min. break

Round 7 Congress Sessions - followed by a 45 min. break

Round 8 Congress Sessions - followed by a 15 min. break

Meetings

Hall of Fame Reception - by invitation only (at Market Square Arena) -

John Hancock u.S. Gymnastics Championships (Top 36 Men - Jrs. and Srs.)

Saturday, August 22 9:00 am-3:00 pm

7:00-8:00 am

8: 15-9:30 am

9:30 am-3:00 pm

10:15-11 :30 am

1:00 pm

1:00-2:15 pm

3:00-4: 15 pm

4:30-5:30 pm

7:00 pm

Congress Registration Desk open

Various meetings

Round 9 Congress Sessions - 45 min. break

CONGRESS EXHIBITION HALL OPEN TO REGISTRANTS AND GENERAL PUBLIC

Round 10 Congress Sessions - 90 min. break

John Hancock u.S. Gymnastics Championships (Junior Women)

Round 11 Congress Sessions - followed by a 45 min. break

Round 12 Congress Sessions - followed by a 15 min. break

Various meetings

John Hancock u.S. Gymnastics Championships (Senior Women)

USA Gymnastics "Ceremony of Honors"

9:30-10:00 pm Seating for the Ceremony in the White River Ballroom

10:00-11 :00 pm USAG "Ceremony of Honors"

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USA Gymnastics Congress Banquet and Party

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USA Gymnastics/ ASEP Coaching Principles Course

Note: (ourse enrollment is limited to 50. Rrst come, first serve bosis. You MUST pre·register. o Wednesday, 8/ 19, 9 a.m.-6 p.m. $70

Kinder Accreditation for Teachers (KAT) Workshop

Note: Minimum age is 16. (ourse enrollment is limited. Rrst come, first serve basis. (Must Pre-Register) 0 Wednesday, 8/19, 9 a.m.-7 p.m. $140

Sport Safety Training (Combination CPR & First Aid) (hosted by local American Red Cross)

Note: (ourse enrollment is limited. Rrst come, first serve basis. (Must Pre-Register) 0 Wednesday, 8/ 19, 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. $50

Adult CPR & First Aid 0 Wednesday, 8/19, 10 a.m. -6:00 p.m. $55

Adult/Ch ild CPR & First Aid

USAG/ACCA Cheer Coach Certification

Note: (ourse enrollment is limited. 0 Wednesday, 8/19, 1 :30-4:30 p.m. $50

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o Sunday, 8/23, 9-11 a.m. Written test for all levels Note: (omplete Schedule of rhythmic iudging courses will be in the June issue.

DOTAL PAYMENT

$20 $200

MAKE CHECK/ MONEY ORDER PAYABLE TO USA GYMNASTICS

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Registration is non-refundable after July 24 No Pre-Registration after July 24

Sorry No Exceptions! Use this form to register for the 1998 USA Gymnastics Congress tests, examinations, certifications, accreditations, etc. please return this registration form to:

USA Gymnastics Congress Pan American Plaza, Suite 300 201 S. Capitol Avenue Indianapolis, IN 46225

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'998 JOHN HANCOCK U.S. GYMNASTICS CHAMPIONSHIPS -TICKET INFORMATION

John Hancock

For Congress Attendees: The 1998 ticket packages have been designed with special attention paid to the Congress attendees . By doing so, USA Gymnastics invites you to en joy one of the most important competitions of the 1998 season - the John Hancock U.S. Gymnastics Championships for Men and Women.

This ticket request for special prices and priority seating must be postmarked by July 24, 1998. Ticket orders wi ll be processed in the order in which they are received. Don't wait - buy your tickets now!

If you wish to be seated with another group or person, please put your total order on one form . Indiana Sports Corporation wi ll not coordinate separate forms.

CONGRESS ATTENDEE TICKET ORDER FORM COMPETITION I TIME PLATINUM GOLD SILVER BRONZE QUANTITY PRICE TOTAL

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Thursday, August 20

Jr. (W) M & Event Finals 1:00 pm $10 $ 8 $5 $5 x I Sr. (W) M & Event Finals 7:00 pm $ 23 $19 $13 $7 I x

Friday, August 21

(M) M Finals 7:00 pm $ 23 $19 $13 $7 I x

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Jr. (W) M Finals 1:00 pm $ 10 $ 8 $5 $5 x I Sr. (W) M Finals 7:00 pm $ 23 $19 $13 $7 I x

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AACCAIUSA Gymnastics Cheer Course Description

The American Association of Cheerleading Coaches and Advisors (AACCA) Safety Certification Course is designed to provide cheerleading safety education to gymnastics instructors and gym owners. This specialized course is cheerleading-specific and covers skill progressions, stunt and cradle techniques, spotting techniques for partner stunts and pyramids, as well as liability issues in cheerleading and other safety topics. The course will consist of topic discus­sions and skills demonstrated by video or demonstrators.

WHERE: USA Gymnastics National Congress

WHEN: Wednesday, August 19, 1998

COURSE REQUIREMENTS: Participants MUST be a USA Gymnastics Professional Member and Safety Certified AACCA Cheer/eading Safety Manual (provided at the course)

COURSE REVIEW: Approximately 2 hours of discussion and demonstra-tions I :30-4:30 pm Cost for USA Gymnastics Professional Members is $50

EXAM: A total of 50 cheerleading-specific questions. 35 ques­tions must be answered correctly for certification.

CERTIFICATION: Certification is valid for four years from the date of the course.

To register for the AACCA, see page 26.

USA Gymnastics

Athlete Wellness Program

The Athlete Well ness Course will be held in conjunction with the 1998 USA Gymnastics Congress in Indianapolis.

The Athlete Well ness curriculum includes topics such as:

1) Nutrition and Gymnastics Success - How to reduce nutritional risk to improve performance and development.

2) Successful Motivational Environments - How to structure an environment to encourage development and success in the sport.

3) Stress - How to identify and manage stress in the athletic environment.

4) Child Development - Emotional and physical makeup of the adolescent as it relates to involvement in gymnastics.

5) Coach and Athlete Burnout - Symptoms, Prevention and Intervention .

6) The Female Athlete Triad - What is it? Why gymnasts may be at increased risk. What are the possible long term implications? Signs to look for that identify a problem and what to do if you suspect a problem.

Faculty is sti ll being determined for the course in Indianapolis. The faculty will present topics in their areas of expertise.

This year the course will not be an add-on but rather part of the Congress Sessions. Anyone registered for Congress may attend one or all of the lectures. However, if you would like to receive course materials, credit, and a certificate for taking the course, you must register, pay a nominal fee, and attend the four Athlete Well ness lectures scheduled at Congress.

To register for the Athlete Well ness Course, see page 26. For more information contact Jennifer Lee at 219-924-2321 between 9:00 am and 2:00 pm Central Service Time .

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RHYTHMIC PROGRAMS

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program, USA Gymnastics is once again offer­ing the Rhythmic "Get It Going" Grant for the 1998 USA Gymnastics Congress August 20-23 in Indianapolis, Ind. Grant includes: Congress registration and 8 hour training session, plus more. Please write or fax to see if you qualify to:

Rhythmic Program Department 201 S. Capitol Avenue Suite 300 Indianapolis, IN 46225 (317) 237-5069 fax.

Deadline is June 1.

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opportunity for graduates of the "Get It Going" program. "Keep It Going" will be held in las Vegas, Nevada, July 10-12. Participants must have completed one of the Notional or Regional "Get It Going" programs. If that's you - please write or fax and request infor­mation to see if you qualify to:

Rhythmic Program Department 201 S. Capitol Avenue Suite 300 Indianapolis, IN 46225 (317) 237-5069 fax.

Deadline is June 1.

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. . . . . . . . . ............ 1998 USA GYMNASTICS NATIONAL GYMFEST

AUSTIN, TEXAS

A qualifying event for the USA Delegation to the 1999 World Gymnaestrada. The GymFest is held in conjunction with the 1998 GAT Convention.

Dates: September 5-7, 1998

Fri. 9/5 Afternoon Group rehearsal opportunity Evening Opening Ceremony

Sat. 9/6 Daytime Gym Fest Group Performances, GG workshops, and clinics

Evening Texas Fair Party (with GAT attendees)

Sun. 9/7 Daytime Gym Fest Group Performances, GG workshops, and clinics

Mon. 9/8 9-10 am Large Group Performances 12-2 pm Gym Fest Gala Showcase

Site: Renaissance Austin Hotel

Registration: $75 per person Two Group Leaders are FREE with each club registration

GENERAL GYMNASTICS PROGRAMS GG INSTRUCTORS WORKSHOP

LAS VEGAS, NEVADA

The first GG Instructor's Workshop will be conducted in conjunction with the Las Vegas Gym Fest and RSG "Keep It Going" workshop in Las Vegas, July 10-12. Group Leaders and GG Coaches will receive 10-12 hours of training in various GG topics including group presentation, t echniques from acro-sports and other partner stunts, using hand apparatus, GG administration, safety, and more!

Fri., 7/ 10 1-5:30 pm

Sat., 7/1 I 9-noon I :30-6 pm

Sun., 7112 9 am-I pm

2-5 pm

Sessions 1-3

Las Vegas GymFest (performances) Sessions 4-6

Sessions 7-9

Planning meeting for 1999 World Gymnaestrada in Sweden

The GG Congress cost is $ 80 per person.

For more information, schedules, registration forms, etc., contact Steve Whitlock at: 317-237-5050, ext. 236 (ph), 317-237-5069 (fax), gg@usa - gymnasti cs· org (email), or visit the USA Gymnastics website at www.usa-gymnastics.org

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The Finance Department is headed up by the Controller, John Hewett, and includes account­ing assistants Cathy Allen and Delia Smith and Computer Systems Manager Mike Bowman. Almost all of the activities of USA Gymnastics

have a financial component to them, and it is the responsibility of the Finance Department to handle, record and report that activity.

run of approximately 150 checks. Delia also

USA Gymnastics staff members are here to help you-the members of our organization. In the next few issues of Technique we'll introduce each of the departments that make up USA Gymnastics. We'd hke to introduce assists with a variety of

accounting processes such as year end tax statements

and internal reporting func-

the staff behind the phones so that you can put a face with a name. We'd also like to tell you a little about our departments so that you may take advantage of what we have tions. to offer.

USA Gymnastics' yearly budget has grown considerably over the years, and currently stands at approximately $12,000,000 per year. Operationally, the activity is grouped into the departments that are being included in this series of articles, including men's, women's and rhythmic programs, events, marketing, membership, and publications

Last issue we introduced the Events & Marketing Department, this issue we'd like to introduce

Our Controller is responsible for a variety of activities which are mostly

financial in nature. He is the chief finan­cial officer for the organization and as such

is responsible for the preparation of the almual financial statements and their audit.

to name a few. Each department is responsible for its budget, which is allocated prior to the beginning of the year. The budget process is a lengthy and time consuming process which is ultimately overseen and reviewed by the Board of Directors and its Finance and Accounting Committee. Once the budget is established, department directors are responsible for monitoring the activity as it compares to their budget. One of the primary responsibilities of the Finance Department is to compile the overall and department budgets and report the ongoing activity to both the department directors and the Board of Directors, to keep the finances of USA Gymnastics on course.

Cathy Allen handles the majority of the cash inflows to the orga­nization. This includes preparing the bank deposits and credit card batches, reconciling the bank statements, and booking the entries. Cathy also handles all the payroll and employee benefit plans for the organization. Her most visible contact with the membership occurs at the National Congress and some of the larger workshops, as she coordinates registration of the participants.

Delia Smith is a relative newcomer to the organization, unlike Cathy, who has been with USA Gymnastics since 1985. Delia started in January of this year and her primary responsibility is for accounts payable. She ensures that the payments are prop­erly authorized and recorded, and processes a weekly check

the Finance Department.

Other financial reporting duties include the pre­viously mentioned budget reports to both the

department directors and the Board. John tracks and reports all the activity related to the National

Gymnastics Foundation, including its investment and fundraising activities. In the non-financial arena, he is

involved on a daily basis with several of the membership functions, including print nms for Oill publications, reporting

to the insurance company on the levels of membership and pre­mium expense, and preparation of the regional and state rebates. On the program side, he handles some of the areas of interac­tion between USA Gymnastics and the USOC, including grant reporting and athlete financial support programs.

The ·newest addition to the department is Mike Bowman, our Systems Manager. Three years ago, USA Gymnastics under­went a significant overhaul of our computer systems in an effort to be able to commlmicate more effectively to the mem­bership. Last year, we converted our membership system from an outdated computer platform to the current PC database sys­tem. Mike's primary duty is to make sure the system operates as designed and keep us updated on teclmology changes to keep us current. In the current age of telecommunications, e­mail, lap tops, viruses, and the internet, this is no small feat. Mike trouble shoots a variety of problems that routinely crop up, and is there to assist the staff so that they can get the most out of the technology that has been provided . •

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F irst you have to decide if and why you might want to add new Activity Profit Centers to your "business mix." Once you are sure that you do, remember that there are:

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Range of Possible "Learning­Based Opportunity" Activities What are the eight human intelligences?

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• Logical-use and appreciate abstract relationships

• Musical-create meanings from sounds

• Spatial-perceive, transform and recreate images

• Kinesthetic-skilled use of the body

• Intrapersonal-identify feelings and mental models of self

• Interpersonal-recognize others' feel­ings and intentions

• Naturalist-distinguish, classify and use the environment

Which Activities Would you like to Offer? There are no correct 01' best STANDARD answers.

• Consider your current facility, but ignore square footage initially

• Consider input from your current clientele

• Consider your community's identity

MAXIMIZE. Do all Of the above constantly! • Consider your current lifestyle

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For each activity, use the following questions to evaluate the potential:

What Level of Competition Already Exists? • Is the local market untapped?

• Is the competition well-established?

• Do they own the market?

• What could they do better?

• Is there room in the market for another player?

• Could you have a quality advantage?

• Could you have a service advantage?

• Could you have a convenience advantage?

Another very important consideration would be:

Which Activities Pay Back Fastest? Day camps, educational preschools, cheerleading, swimming, rock climbing, soft­play, inflatables, etc. - they all have a different "payback" scale. This is the area in which you should seek the guidance of an experienced consultant.

In your evaluation process, be sure to think about:

Which Activities Complement the Others Best? • Do some activity matrix charting before you start! These would consist of pro-

gram cross-justification charts and program seasonal justification charts.

• If you can't get 3-5 "cross uses" for an activity, reconsider unless ...

• The activity is very cash-profitable, or ...

• It pays your mortgage x 2, or ...

• It is seasonally-justified.

• Some seemingly "no-brainer" activities are not necessarily cross-usable.

In order to remain sane while you expand, we should address the question:

How Many Activities Can We Add at One Time? • One at a time is ideal

• Dedicate sufficient time, money and people resources to the project; however, opportunities don't stand still.

~ Suggest no IT10re than 2 at a tin1e, for sanity's sake.

For more gymnastics business-related arti­cles become a Member Club and receive GNN (Gymnastics Network News). This newsletter comes out quarterly and fea-tures topics such as employee manuals and contracts, lesson plans, multi-pur­pose facilities, client and student reten-tion, employee incentives, and more. Contact Loree Galimore at 317-237-5050 ext. 240 for more information .•

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GENERAL GYMNASTICS ADVISORY PANEL Conference Call- Tuesday, March 10, 1998, 12 noon EST

I. ROLL CALL David Moskovitz, Leader Dean Capelotti, Member Lori Laznovsky, Member Steve Whitlock, USAG / GG Development Director

II. TEXAS GYMFEST REPORT Laznovsky and Whitlock reported that this was an excellent beginning for GG in Texas!-Ten groups performed with approximately 160 par­ticipants and over 700 spectators. Whitlock referred the GGAP mem­bers to his written summary which was also sent to the organizers, Biron's Gymnastics in Houston.

• The quality and variety of the group displays were quite good! Overall, there was a wide age-range in participants (5-57 years).

A "Texas Fun Dance" was presented to all participants as a large group choreography exercise ... and it was fun!

Trophies were presented to all participants and groups.

A special logo design was created for the Texas GymFest pro­gram, T-shirt and promotional materials.

III. GYMFEST AWARDS Discussion ensued regarding the development of standardized awards for USAG/GG GymFests and events.

Whitlock was assigned the task to investigate developing a unique USAGIGG logo that can be used for award medallions, trophies, certificates, etc.

IV. APRIL MEETING OF THE GGAP The following daily schedule was adopted for the April 11-12 meeting in Las Vegas:

Friday, April 10 - Meetings with hotel and travel agency representatives

Saturday, April 11 - "Go For It" gym site survey and meetings

Sunday, April 12 - GGAP meetings continue

V. LAS VEGAS GG WORKSHOP AND GYMFEST (JULY) The GGAP members discussed curriculum content for these July 10-12 events that will be held in conjunction with the RhythmiC Program "Keep It Going" workshop.

It was agreed that the content include, but not be limited to:

Basic sports acrobatic skills, partner skills and pyramids

How to "Get GG Going" in your club, state and region

Planning and conducting local/state GymFests for fun and profit

GG administration, membership and the GG R&P

Safety issues and concerns in GG events

TeamGymn - a competitive GG activity

• Other lecture and "hands-on" sessions .. . TBD

It was agreed that the Registration Fee for the GG Workshop will be $80 (received before May 1) or $100 (after May 1). The Registration

Fee for the GymFest will be $25 per athlete.

Whitlock was assigned to develop a final daily schedule for the events according to the following guidelines:

Friday, July 10

11 am-1 pm - Registration at "Go For It" Gyrrmastics (host) 1-5 pm - GG Congress sessions (leaders/ coaches only) Evening social event: Cirque du Solei!

Saturday, July 11

8-9 am - Leaders/coaches: Performance Evaluation Guidelines 9 am-noon - Las Vegas GymFest performances 12-1:30 pm - Lunch break 1:30 - 5 pm - GG Congress sessions

(leaders / coaches plus GymFest participants)

Sunday, July 12

9 am-1 pm - GG Congress sessions (leaders/coaches only) 2-7 pm -1999 World Gymnaestrada meeting and planning

session. This meeting is open to ALL who are interest­ed. Attendance is REQUIRED for at least 1 representa­tive from groups that have submitted the "Intent to Participate" form. (This form is in the GG R&P).

Discussion followed regarding GGAP assistance to groups planning to participate in the 1999 World Gymnaestrada.

The GGAP will extend invitations to groups that have submitted the "Intent To Participate" form to participate in special sessions (independent from the Las Vegas GymFest/GG Congress) to assist them in preparing for the 1999 WG. These groups may send one Group Leader and one athlete FREE OF CHARGE to participate in these special sessions as well as attend other Las Vegas GG Congress and GymFest sessions (time permitting).

VI. USAG WORLD GYMNAESTRADA STAFF Discussion followed regarding the development of the USAG Staff for the 1999 World Gymnaestrada as outlined in the GG R&P.

It was agreed that the following be used as a guide in developing a final list of USAG World Gymnaestrada staff and assistants;

Delegation Leader - Steve Whitlock

Assistant Delegation Leader - Dave Moskovitz

Protocol Officer - TBD

Public Relations Officer - Jennifer Lee

Marketing/Sponsorship / Sales Manager - Daron Motley, USAG Merchandise Director"

Travel/Lodging Managers - Kermit and Jean Davis, International Sports Exchange

School Housing Coordinator - Dean Capelotti"

USA National Large Group Coordinator - Paula Lord'

Group Performances Coordinator - Dean Capelotti"

Security Officer - TBD

Opening & Closing Ceremony Coordinator - Toby Towson"

National Evening Coordinators" - (see below)

"Assistants to be determined at the World GY"1l1aestrnda planning meeting in Las Vegas on Sunday, July 12.

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VI. ENGLISH SPEAKING NATIONAL EVENING (ESNE) Helen Roberts (GBR), Director for the ESNE, recently provided updated information regarding this cooperative activity involving AUS, CAN, GBR, NZL and USA Gymnastics.

The ESNE show will be divided into three sections. Each cow1try is responsible for six minutes in each section as well as assisting with the Introduction and Grand March-in, transitions and the Finale.

USA Gymnastics is responsible for the following:

Section I - How gymnastics started in your country ... USA Coordinator: Lil Laznovsky Participants: Texas, Sokol and other mid-west GG clubs

Section II - Your country's 1110St recognized national sport(s) .. . USA Coordinator: Toby Towson Participants: East coast GG clubs

Section III - Current day music & dance popular in your country ... USA Coordinator: Western Region Group staff Participants: Western GG clubs

The Conference Call adjourned at 1:30 pm EST

Respectfully submitted, David Moskovitz, Leader

MISSION: PROVIDE LEADERSHIP TO ADVANCE AND DEVELOP THE SPORT OF

RHYTHMIC GYMNASTICS IN THE UNITED STATES

JOB DESCRIPTION: • Direct daily operation and management of the national program,

incorporating new ideas to currently existi ng programs and proce­dures to increase their gro'vvth and success.

• Direct and evaluate program objectives.

• Direct, with the national offi ce staff, all aspects of program support, development, funding, education, communication, scheduling, future development of strategic plans, etc.

• Provide creative direction for the Junior and Senior programs.

• Direct and manage fisca l responsibilities for the national pro­gram.

• Work with and coordinate the efforts of the Program Committees, FIG/Rhythmic Technical Committee Member, as well as be active in communicating and establishing good relationships with rhythmic athletes, coaches, volunteers, technical experts, and staff of other national federations.

APPLICATION: Send letter of interest and resume by July 15. 1998 to:

Kathy Scanlan, President USA Gymnastics

201 S. Capito l, Su ite 300

Indianapolis, IN 46225

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1998 FIG TECHNICAL SYMPOSIUM -WAG REPORT March 1-3, 1998

Venice, Italy

In the 2 WAG Sessions, coaches and judges representing all Continental Unions and 33 nations were present: EUG with 20 nations, PAGU and ASGU / Oceania with 5 each and AFGU with 3. Delegates from ten (10) of the top twelve (12) ranked teams from the '97 WC-Lausanne participated. The majority opinions and progres­sive ideas presented by the delegates on the Primary Topics are briefly summarized below.

CODE Formulas -The desired performance lines for the future development of WAG, properties and qualities such as difficulty, bonus points, content requirements, composition, technique, amplitude, presentation, excitement, originality, individuality, mastery, maturity, etc. were con­sidered. The delegates then reported to the assembly:

• a unanimous expression for a "stable" CODE vs. a "permanent" CODE-with a minimum duration of eight (8) years due to the dynamic changing nature of WAG

overwhelming support for the traditional 10.0 P. system, in the interest of 1) safety and longevity of the female gymnast, 2) respect and maintenance of the history and special trademark identity of "wo/11en 's artistic gJj/11nastics," and 3) the continuation of the enormous popularity of WAG, as known and appreciated by the media, sponsors and spectators, and

the request for a review of the draft CODE by experienced judges and coaches before finalization.

Content Score - the positive factor (+) Difficulty to be awarded without consideration of deductions for technique and execution, new and rarely performed "E" dif­ficulties to be adequately rewarded within the 10.0 P. system, Difficulty Tables to be supplemented by inclusion of newly per­formed elements

Bonus Points to be awarded only for extra difficulty, eliminating Special Connections, but with consideration of BP for "extra special composition," per guidelines

Special Requirements to be designated related to elements from different structure groups

Compositional Requirements to be reviewed each 4 years, due to evolution of the sport and with the above evaluation, dis­played as a decisive score by the A-Panel.

Execution and Performance Score - the negative factor (-)

Technique and Execution to receive much greater emphaSiS in the evaluation, with possible increase in the severity of small, medium and large errors

Originality and Quality of movements, elements and sequences wlfelated to the value of the difficulty, as well as Choreography,

Artistry, Expression, Individuality, Maturity to be evaluated per more precise guidelines

Deductions to be stabilized and similar, when possible, with other disciplines and with the above evaluation being the role of the B-Panel.

Competition Formats - There was a consensus to shorten the duration of the competitions and adapt appealing formats for the public, sponsors and media and

to establish wliformity of the competitive schedule during the 4 year cycle in coordination with the other FIG disciplines.

These suggestions will be dealt with by the WTC in the remainder of the cycle in order to formulate draft solutions.

Jackie K. Fie President WO/11en's Technical Committee

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JUDGES' CERTIFICATION, INC. February 22-23, 1998

Orlando, Florida

I. ROLL CALL The meeting was called to order by the President, Delene Darst at 12:30 pm, February 22nd, 1998.

Present: Rene Niccollai Cheryl Hamilton Betty Sroufe Sue Ammerman

Absent: Yvonne Hodge Connie Maloney

Vice President Certification Coordinator Vice President, Examinations Vice President, Judges' Training Vice President, Policies & Procedures

NAWGJ USAG

Minutes of the June, 1997 meeting were reviewed and approved as written.

II. CERTIFICATION COORDINATOR'S REPORT -RENE NICCOLLAI

A. A complete review of the new software program for scoring and data input was presented to the Board.

B. The annual ratings report was presented.

C. The current list of active TNs was presented.

1. Written report of problems related to errors that TA's have made in procedures and reporting.

2. Motion-President to write a letter to all TNs regarding these problems.

PASSED

D. The current list of Active Status Coordinators was presented with the following problems noted: Active Status Coordinators should:

1. Not send incomplete Active Status cards.

2. Make sure that Active Status cards have all necessary signa tures.

E. The TA GUIDE was reviewed with pages 7, 21, 26, 27, and 34 being corrected.

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1. The following additions were made:

a. A Session must have a minimum of 32 gynmasts competing to count as one Practice Judging session. (8 gymnasts per squad, must judge every event).

b. As of March 15, 1998, college meets cmmot be used for practice judging since they have modified the USAG JO rules.

F. The Active Status Card was reviewed and changes were made to reflect new judges' number, new JO competitive program, and new Certification cycle. New cards will be printed and go into circulation as soon as all present cards are sent out.

III. VICE·PRESIDENT ON POLICIES AND PROCEDURES -SUE AMMERMAN

A. The annual written report for 1997 (beguming in August) was presented with the followu1g information included.

1. The total number of test administra tions was 165.

a. USAG Test Admu1istrators administered 9.

b. JCI Test Administrators administered 25.

c. NAWGJ Test Administrators administered 131.

B. Expenses for postage and phone were $1874.82.

C. The "REQUEST FOR SCHEDULiNG EXAMS" form was revised.

1. TA's should indicate, just under the box, the number of answer sheets needed for the exam they are requestu1g.

IV. VICE·PRESIDENT, -EXAMINATIONS REPORT -CHERYL HAMILTON

A. An evaluation of the production of the Practical Exam videos was made with recommendations for a better production next cycle.

B. Problems related to the writing of the theoretical exams were dis­cussed wi th the following recommendation:

1. Send an evaluation of the process to all those ,,'/ho assisted by wri ting parts of the theoretical exams.

C. The practice exams that were written will be reviewed by Cheryl. There will be an exam for each optional Level,S questions on each event.

D. 1. These exams may be ordered from Cheryl for $10 (total package).

V. VICE·PRESIDENT FOR JUDGES' TRAINING AND EVALUATION - BETTY SROUFE

The almual written report was presented:

A. Level 10 Recertifica tion program was evaluated as.

1. There were tlu·ee (3) National sites: Reno, NV, with 28 participants, Providence, RI, with 29 participants and Miami, FL, with 45 participants.

2. There were 5 Regional sites: Region 2-8 Participants, Region 3-10 participants, Region 4-5 participants, Region 5-17 par­ticipants and Region 6-8 participants.

3. One hW1dred fifty-one (151) Level 10 judges recertified with this program and the consensus was that it was excellent in all aspects.

4. Problems reviewed were: Level 10 Recertification judges without current Active Status. Letters will be written to them indicatu1g they must get their Active Status current.

5. RecOt1U11endations for the next Recertification program;

a. Assist clinicians by havu1g an outside person write the practice exams with assistance from clinician.

b. Make sure there is someone at each symposium to check attendees.

Motion-To pay Cheryl Hamilton and Marian Dykes for the addi­tional hours they spent with the Level 10's at the WTC Symposiums.

PASSED.

B. TA and Active Status workshops were plmmed for the USAG Congress, August 19-23, 1998 in Indianapolis. The schedule will be set by Betty after conferru1g with Steve Whitlock from USAG.

Motion-All TA's who fail to follow procedures as set forth in the TA Guide will be REQUIRED to attend another TA Workshop before being able to schedule or give the exam again.

PASSED.

C. If a TA has not given the test withu1 a year after having attended a workshop, he /she MUST attend another TA Workshop before being allowed to administer the exam.

D. JCI will offer all levels of the Certification Exam at the USAG Congress with Betty Sroufe as the TA. The cost will be $20 per part if pre-registration is postmarked by August 7, 1998 (REGIS­TRATION FORM WILL BE IN NAWGJ NEWSLETTER and information regardu1g registration will be U1 Technique). Mail registration after August 7th will be $30 per part. On site regis­tration will be $40 per part. No walk-ins the day of the test.

VI. PRESIDENT'S REPORT A. Financial report was presented and reviewed

B. The budget for 1998 was presented and discussed.

Motion-To accept the budget as amended for 1998.

Motion-To have the President address the State Judging Directors Meeting at the USAG Congress regarding problems being encountered with the administration of the certification exams.

Motion-To give Rene and Sue a bonus for the extreme number of hours spent this past fall grading the large number of exams administered and getting exams out to the TA's.

PASSED.

The next annual lIIeeting will be scheduled in August at the USA GYlllllnstics Congress.

Meeting was adjourned at 1:00 Pill, Monday February 23rd, 1998.

Respectively sllbmitted, Oelene Darst, Presiden t, fCT

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PARKETTE Gymnast of the Month Awards

by Michael Dennehy

• • ~1DEAS

that WORl(in the

MyC~dw~ ~ GYMNAST OF THE MON'fil at PARKETTE Gymnastics

GYM! The Parkette Girls Recreational Class Program in Allentown, Pa., takes pride in helping youth develop confi­dence, co-ordination, and self-esteem while learning the sport of gymnastics.

The Class Program encourages girls to experience new progressions and skills within their ability level. Individual positive reinforcement and continued encouragement is emphasized in each class.

Monthly, Parkette Class Coaches choose one gymnast from each class that has demonstrated enthusiasm for the sport and has exhibited exceptional progressions within their skill level that month. Each of these gym­nasts receive a Certificate of Achievement and Bumper Sticker which reads "My Child Was Gymnast of the Month at Parkettes." The winners are then re-evaluated again, and a trophy is awarded to the most out­standing individual.

With the continued positive re-enforcement and enthusiasm which these awards create, the Girls Class Program strives to be a rewarding Recreational Class program for the students .•

passed away at the age of 44 after fighting a year-long battle with cancer. From

this experience, our club learned how to work through the stages of the grieving and heal-

ing process together.

Once Coach Ranck was no longer able to work in the gym, the coaches encouraged the gymnasts to take time out from practice to write letters and send

nasts from the area who he had coached over the years.

Two weeks later, Coach Rank passed away. Each parent was contacted by the club so they could tell their children in their own way. The gymnasts and the coaches then got together as a team each sharing remembrances of Coach Ranck. In the weeks after the funeral, a psychol­ogist met with the team in the gym to help them deal with their loss and begin the healing process.

One of the most important relationships in the life of any young gymnast is the strong bond that develops between coach and athlete. When this bond is severed by a sudden illness and a tragic death, it can be an emotionally devastating experience.

get well cards encouraging him to get better so he could return. When it became clear that Coach Ranck's physical condition was not going to allow him to return to the gym, the club, the coaches, the parents and gymnasts worked together to organize a special exhibition in honor of his contributions to gymnas­tics. It was attended by Coach Ranck and his family, as well as many older gym-

Organizing the John Ranck Invitational was an important part of the healing process. It was a proud moment for all of us at Northbrook Gymnastics Training Center, one we hope to celebrate each year in memory of a man who meant so much to all of us.

An account was also set up for donations contributed to Coach Ranck's wife Anne and five daughters . • Last December, our coach, John Ranck,

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Q: What is the USA Gymnastics policy with regard to individuals who, although not professional members, provide coaching assistance to athletes at sanctioned events by offering instruction from an area immediate­ly adjacent to the competition floor or by having the gymnasts leave the floor to consult with them?

A: Neither practice is permitted under our rules. In numerous provisions, USA Gymnastics' Women 's Program Rules and Policies make clear that only profes­sional members may provide coaching instruction at a sanctioned competition. This policy is reflected in a) the requirement that the meet director "verify that .. . coaches have included their ... Professional Membership number on the entry form." (Sec. VII, Chapter Two, sec. LK), b) the identification of a viola­tion of a sanction as including "failure to check that a number is listed for all coaches (Professional number)" (Sec. VII, Chapter Two, sec. V.E.4), c) the rule that "ONLY competing gymnasts and their coaches are allowed onto the competition area" (Sec. II, Chapter Two, sec. VI, III.B.4), and d) the obligation of all coach­es to "maintain a USA Gymnastics Professional Membership and have their membership cards in their possession at all competitions." (Sec. I, Chapter Three, sec. LA). The scope and clear intent of these various regulations are designed to ensure, as required by the terms of the insurance coverage that is extended to each meet through the sanction, that the only instruc­tion given to gymnasts at sanctioned competitions is provided by individuals who are professional mem­bers of USAG.

We understand that it is not possible to monitor every instance in which these rules might be violated in the course of a sanctioned event, but where a meet director becomes aware of a situation in which an individual who is not a professional member of USAG is provid­ing coaching instruction to an athlete, it is incumbent on that meet director to take action to prevent that con­duct from continuing. Failure to do so may invalidate the meet sanction.

I should also note with regard to the circumstance posed by you involving the gymnast who leaves the competition area to receive instruction from an indi­vidual who is not a professional member, that the R & P also obligates each gymnast to "remain in the area of competition which is designated for gymnasts as com­petitors ... " (Sec. I, Chapter Four, sec. ILG) .•

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FUTURE STARS PROGRAM UPDATE #3 This document will serve as the clarifications/changes document for the 1998 Junior Developmental Team Program for the Fuhlre Stars Nationals. This update contains all changes and clarifications for the Future Stars program included are those listed in updates #1 & #2. Questions regarding this update or the program should be addressed to Dennis Mcintyre, Men's Program Manager at USA Gymnastics, 317-237-5050 ext. 230.

General Changes: 1. In 1998 the Junior National Coaching Staff has developed an 8-9

year old Fuhlre Stars Division. The 8-9 year old division routines are attached. The evaluation rules for the 8-9 year old division are the same as for the 10-11 and 12 year old divisions. The 8-9 year old division will participate up to the Regional level. Qualifying procedures and regional evaluation format for the 8-9 year old division will be set by each region.

2. The Fuhlre Stars Championships will be divided into two age groups. The two age groups, the number of athletes who will be named to the 10-11 National Development Team and the number of athletes who will be invited to the Development Team camp are:

Age Division # To Team # To Camp 10-11 year olds 30 15 12 year old 20 10

The age determining date and rules will remain the same.

3. The qualifying scores to National Fuhlre Stars Championships will be 74 points for both the 10 -11 and 12 year old divisions.

4. On pommel horse & vault the routines will be different for the 10-11 and 12 year old divisions as indicted below.

Specific Event Changes/Clarifications: Floor Exercise: No changes

Pommel Horse:

1. The 10-11 division will use the pommel horse routine, without pommels, as it is listed in the 1997-2000 Junior National Team Program Book. Note: Coaches and evaluators should review the exact number of required circles carefully. At the 1997 National Championships there were a large number of athletes who were short parts, particularly those missing the circle between the spin­dles and the loop circle before the flair.

2. In the 10-11 division, a tape line will be placed across the horse at the second pommel. This tape line will indicate when the gym­nast has finished his 3/310ngihldinal travel. The judge will begin to count the gymnast's back loops when the athlete has placed both hands beyond the tape line.

3. The text for the 10-11 Division pommel horse routine is inconsis­tent with the official video tape. In the video tape part #9, the side support circle, has been omitted. The text is accurate.

4. In the 10-11 Division, the deduction for not attempting part #1,3/3 longitudinal travel, is 2.0 points.

5. The routine for the 12 year old division at pommel horse has been changed and is attached to this document in the form that the

routines appear in the Junior National Team Program manual.

Note: Coaches and evaluators should review the exact number of required circles carefully. At the 1997 National Championships there were several athletes who were short parts, particularly the number of circles prior to the Kehr out, prior to the 1/2 Stockli B and following the 1/2 Stockli B.

Still Rings:

1. The text for the Still Ring routine is inconsistent with the official video tape. In the video tape part #6, inlocate, has been omitted. The original printed text is accurate and there are two inlocates in the exercise.

Vault:

1. 10-11 Division - no changes

2. The vault for the 12 year old division will be a handspring pike open vault with a 90 pike at the hips in the post flight. Deductions for lack of pike in the post flight are as follows:

75°-90° 0 deduction 60°-74° 45°-59° less than 45

medium deduction large deduction deduct 1.0

All other criteria for the 12 year old division pike-open vault are the same as for the handspring vault listed in the Junior National Team Program manual.

Parallel Bars:

1. For both divisions, the deduction for not attempting part #3, giant swing to support, is 2.0 points.

2. In part #3, if the coach spots the athlete by placing his hand over the athletes hand during the execution of the giant swing, the ath­lete will not receive credit for the part and will also receive deduc­tions for spotting and for any execution errors.

Horizontal Bar:

1. In part #1, cast (stem) with 1/2 turn to mixed grip, the gymnast may go to support (backup rise) in the stem without deduction.

2. The text for the Horizontal routine is inconsistent with the official video tape. The video tape is accurate. Please correct the text by adding: part #3A, Front giant. The routine will now read,. ... Forward swing in mixed grip and change to double undergrip at the top of the swing, front giant, front giant, % front giant and hop to double overgrip .. ..

Strength: no changes

Flexibility: Part #3, the pancake position, should now be executed in a 90° center split position. The athlete will move from a 180° center split position in part #2, to a 90° split position for the pancake position in #3 and then on to the left forward split in part #4.

Regional Evaluations:

Regional evaluations should be scheduled to be completed by no later than October 18, 1998. Check with your State Chairman for details con­cerning your Region's Future Stars Evaluation.

National Future Stars Championships:

The National Fuhlre Stars Championships/ Workshop is tentatively scheduled for November 19-22, 1998 at the U.S. Olympic Training Center in Colorado Springs, Colo. A tentative schedule follows. Host

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hotel and a final schedule will be released at a later date through the l{egionai Chairmen and will appear in Technique Magazine and on the USAG Web Page.

Tentative Schedule: 11 / 19 Open Training at USOTC from 2:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Coaches technical meeting 8:00 p.m.

11 / 20 Session I, 10-11 year old division - morning Session II, 12-13 year old division:- afternoon

11 /21 Clinic sessions for participating athletes, coaches and parents Athletes and parents finished by 5:00 p.m.

11/22 Workshop continues w1ti112:00 p.m. for coaches

Pommel Horse - 12 year old division On Pommel Horse set at 32" ± I" minimum:

Note: This routine is written for clockwise circle performance - the exercise may be reversed.

DESCRIPTION SPECIAL PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1. From stand in the middle with hands on the pommels, jump to Czechkehre (moore) finishing in rear support

2. Two and lj2 circles,

3. Kehre out to end of horse,

4. Cut right leg back and immediately reach left hand to opposite pommel and move to front straddle support in the middle,

5. Change right hand to regular grip and execute a Simple Swiss. (Cut left leg forward while moving the left hand to the right pommel. Then move the right hand back to the left pommel finishing in stride support facing the opposite direction with the right leg forward)

6. Cut left leg forward, cut right leg back, cut left leg back, cut right leg forward

7. Scissor left,

8. Scissor right,

9. Cut left leg forward to 2 and 1/2 circles,

10. Move left hand to right pommel (1/2 Stockli B) to 1!J longitudinol travel to end of horse finishing in rear support,

11 . Two loops facing out,

12. 1/2 back loop to stand facing out longitudinally.

8 - 9 NATIONAL DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM EVALUATION ROUTINES

I. Floor Exercise Stand at point A facing C

Note: All arm positions are optional except where specified.

A B ~ ......... .

....... D (

DESCRIPTION SPECIAL PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

L Rise on toes while circling arms upward and forward to run and hurdle to roundoff bockhandspring,

2. Backhandspring - rebound.

3. Immediately execute a straight arm back roll through handstand and pike down to stand facing A.

4. Run, hurdle, front handspring, two foot take-off front handspring (bounder), rebound

Fully extended in backhandspring showing good turnover

Must pass through handstand position

5. Immediately step forward, with either leg, and Momentary handstand hold after kick through a handstand, straight arm rollout Stalder roll to forward Stalder roll to handstand.

6. Pike or step down to stand.

II. Pommel Horse On Pommel Horse set at floor height with no pommels (or pommel horse with mats stacked horse height):

Note: These circles may be performed in either direction.

~RIPl1QN---- --SPEflAl:-PERfORMANfE-C~RIA

1. 3 circles in cross support rear ways on end (3 back loops)

III. Still Rings DESCRIPTION SPECIAL PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1. 3 forward and 3 backward swings Swing is to show turnover technique

• chest should remain down with turnover from the chest on each side of swing

• there should be no shoulder rise, the body will swing to a "candle stick" position in front and a similar but reversed position in back

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FUTURE STARS PROGRAM UPDATE (cont inued from page 43)

IV. Vault Onto skill cushions stacked waist high for the gymnast:

DESCRIPTIDN SPECIAL PERFORMANCE CRITERIA 1. Run, hurdle and punch board to a straight

body jump arriving in a straight body stand on the stacked mats.

V. Parallel Bars

• Must use under arm swing technique in hurdle

• legs must remain straight throughout stroight jump

• Gymnast should finish with stroight body and legs with arms overhead

• Board must be set a maximum of 12 inches from the stacked mats.

DESCRIPTION SPECIAL PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Sequence #1 1. From support, 2 or 3 swings

2. Backward swing and hop with both hands to support.

3. 1 or 2 swings to stutz dismount finishing in a prone position on mats stacked even with the bar.

Sequence #2 1. On parollettes on the floor, from hondstond

bail to prone (body flat) position on 8" skill cushion.

VI. Horizontal Bar From hang in straps

All swings should show complete extension with:

• shoulders remaining over the hands and head neutrol throughout the swing.

• the chest should be open at the bottom of the swing.

• Maximum required swing height - hips at horizontal.

On front swing befare the hop the hips should be at horizontal. Hop is to travel backward slightly.

Hand to contact mat prior to feet, finishing in a prone (pushup) position.

Show extended hollow position on bail.

DESCRIPTION SPECIAL PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1. Generate 3 to 5 basic swings demonstrating hollow-arch-kick technique on forward swing to:

After 5 preliminary swings the coach may assist the gymnast to start giants, if needed, with a 1.0 deduction/giont.

DESCRIPTION SPECIAL PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

2. 3 back giants

3. 3 front giants

4. Coach should assist the athlete to a controlled stop.

The back giant should show good hollow-arch-kick technique ond, at the top of the swing, show an extended hollaw body position with the head neutral

In the front giant the body should be stroight and extended in the down swing phase. At the finish of the front giant the body should be straight and extended with head neutral

Strength Sequence # 1 - Still Rings From a support position on the rings: (coach may assist athlete to support)

DESCRIPTION SPECIAL PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1. Stroight body support with rings turned out - hold

2. lift legs to tucked planche position (tight or open tuck) - hold

3. Straighten to support with rings turned out - hold

4. Slowly lower down through muscle up positions (a muscle "down") to hang

5. Drop to floor

3 second hold Arms straight ond rings turned out

3 second hold Shoulders to hips should be horizontal with rings turned out

3 second hold Arms straight ond rings turned out

Strength Sequence #2 - Parallel Bars From support at the end of the bars facing in

DESCRIPTION SPECIAL PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1. From "l" hold support, execute a stroight arm, • Medium deduction for 1 second stroddle press to handstand - 3 second hold hold on l support or handstand

2. lower to straddle "l" support - hold

• large deduction for no hold on l support or handstand

• On the l hold the hips should be between the hands ond the chest should be up with the shoulders open.

3 second hold

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VII. Flexibility DESCRIPTION SPECIAL PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Flexibility will be evaluated on a minimum of a 4 foot x 8 foot mat. 1. 15 second handstand against the wall Upper chest, hips and feet should be against the wall Each static position will be held for three seconds and the gymnast

will move directly from one static position to the next in a continuous and fluid motion. Toe point will be evaluated globally. Lunge Evaluation

DESCRIPTION SPECIAL PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1. Begin in a right forward split - hold Body vertical, arms horizontal and shoulders down

2. Center split - hold Body vertical, arms horizontal and shoulders down

3. Pancake position with 90° center split Arms shoulder width on floor over (prone position in 90° center split) - hold head

4. left forward split - hold Body vertical, arms horizontal and shoulders down

5. Bring back leg forward and close legs Arms shoulder width and legs to pike sit position and move to a together and straight bridge position - hold

6. lower down from the bridge and move Arms shoulder Width, head arms back to shoulder flexion stretch neutral, legs straight and position - hold together

7. Sit up to pike sit position and then Arms on floor reaching past feet execute pike forward bend (trunk flexion position) - hold

8. Finish in pike sit position - hold Body vertical, arms horizontal and shoulders down

DESCRIPTION SPECIAL PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1. 5 second lunge

2. Weight transfer to back Tendu - hold

• Feet are in 4th position about 2 feet apart

• Hips and shoulders are square to the front

• legs are turned out from the hip causing the feet to be turned out also. Front knee is bent, back knee straight, both heels on the floor, with most of the body weight on the front leg.

• Back is in a straight line (no arch) with your head a part of that line. Torso will tilt forward slightly.

• Arms parallel and overhead, elbows straight with palms turned in. Head is in a neutral position between the arms.

Handstand Evaluation

• SLOWLY transfer the weight completely to the front leg by straightening the front knee and pushing the back foot to an extended point with the knee straight. This will happen at the same time. Stomach against a wall with arms shoulder width and hands a max­

imum of one inch from the wall • Arms open to horizontal.

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KAT-Kinder Accreditation for Teachers

PDP I-Professional Development Program I

PDP II-Professional Development Program II

Safety Certification Program

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For more inFormation or a list of courses in your area on the Kinder Accreditation For Teachers program, the ProFessional Development Program I or II or the Safety CertiFication program, call USA Gymnastics Member Services: 1-800-345-4719 or check the programs in which you are interested in receiving information and mail or Fax to:

USA Gymnastics Member Services Pan American Plaza 201 S. Capitol Ave., Ste. 300 Indianapolis, IN 46225 Fax: 317-692-5212

Note: See page 48 for the Safety Registration form and list of courses.

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POSITION AVAILABLE WORLD CUP GYMNASTICS is looking for a highly qualified girls teom cooch. Strong spolring skills ond good cooching qualificotions 0 must. Beginner through Uite. Appliconts should be professional, energetic, and have strong organization, and managerial skills. This position is best suited for person wishing to pursue, long·term career in coaching. World Cup Gymnastics, (happaqua, NY 10514, phone: (914)238·3901. fox: 1914)238-3568. Email: c~hh@ix.netcom.com

The KENNm SCHOOL OF GYMNASTICS has full and port time coaching and instructional positions available. Our competitive progrom, in its 22nd season, ~ seeking high~ qualified staff members who are per­sonable, enthusiastic, and enjoy training young gym· nosts. A great opportunity for groduating college gym­nasts! Competitive compensotion, commensurote with qualificotions. Health benefits ond additional income options avoilable. We are locoted one hour north of Hew York City. Please send resume or visit us 01: 150 West Main St., Goshen, New York. Phone: 914-294· 9278 Fax: 914-294-1044.

GIRLS OPTIONAL TEAM COACH/CHOREO­GRAPHER needed for lorge, well established program in Dallos, Tx. Full time, coreer opportunity with great benefits and working environment. Pre-school and recreational instructor positions also available. Mail or fox resume to 10240 Shadow Woy, OoIIas, Tx. 75243, lox (972)690·7790. Phone (972)231-5752.

GOLD MEDAL GYMNASTICS is looking for a gym­nostics cooch to cooch optional gymnasts through level 10. Compulsory, Closs Director, and Pre-School Director positions open os well. Must have 0 positive cooching philosophy. We have a strong competitive team pro· grom. Appliconts should send resume and any inquiries to Gold Medal Gymnastics, 1850 Manor Hill, Findloy, Ohio, 45840; or Call 419-659·5789. Fox 419·659· 5789. Email: gold@q1.net.

GYMNASTICS INSTRUaORS & COMPULSO­RY /OPTIONAL COACHES. AII-Stor Gymnastics Center is seeking enthusiastic and highly motivated teachers and cooches. Teoching: Mon.-Sot. beginner to intermediate level gymnastics skills. Coaching require· ments: Must be a U.s.A. Gymnastics professional memo ber. Coaching levels: 5-9. Salory commensurote with experience. Please send resume or call: Tom Bonacci @ All-Star Gymnastics Center, 92 Chelmsford Rd., N. Billerico, MA 01862 - (978)670·2523.

HEAD COACH WANTED. Seeking on enthusiastic, highly qualified and motivated individuolto work with all levels & events. Must have a positive cooching phi­losophy and knowledge of lead up drills ond spoHing ability. We are locoted in beautiful North Carolina. Solary based on experience and educotionol bock· ground. Please send resume to Gymcorolina Gymnastics Acodemy, 9321 leesville Rd., Roleigh, NC 27613, or Christine W. Kennedy ot 919·848·7988, fox 919-848-7797, Email: Gymcorolin@aol.com

BOYS HEAD COACH. Immediate full time opening for experienced cooch. 20 year old program Closs 7·1 . Large training orea, in·ground pits and resi pits. Salary and benelits commensurote with experience. Contact Jim or Dione @ GRANITE STATE GYMNASTIC GR. 603· 228-8424 or Emoil DioneCB1 @AOL

GIRLS LEVEL 1-10 COACH NEEDED. Beam and Floor choreogrophy a must. Our school hos been open for over 20 yeors and our teams hove continued to be tops in the stote. We need a knowledgeable and expe· rienced coach to join our friendly, dedicoted stoff. Salary starts at 25G (or mare for the perfect person).

Insuronce, bonuses and ? are all negotiable. Send resume with references to Giguere Gymnostics, 14B Moin St., Cherry Valley, Ma. (Worcester) 01611 or fax it -508-B92-4321. Position open for Summer/ Fall 98.

MOVEMENT EDUCATION DEPARTMENT HEAD: Gerstung, 0 leoder in movement educotion seeks experienced educotion speciolist for a full time posi­tion working with ages 12 months through 7 years. Duties to include: teaching, stoff training, program development ond management. Should have taught at least 3 years, aHained a minimum of 0 bochelors degree in physico I education or related subject. Gymnastics ar dance background beneficial, but not necessary. Year round employment with benefit pock· age. Fax resume to Gerstung Inter-Sport 410·337-0471 or send to: 1400 Coppermine Terrace, Baltimore, MD 21209-2012.

GYMNASTICS MANAGER. One of Narth Americo's largest and most prestigious private athletic clubs seeks a Gymnastics Department Manager to direct and aversee all aspects of its notionally recognized gymnastics program. BA/BS degree and five years similar gymnastics management experience required. We offer a competitive salary that is commensurate with qualificotions and an excellent benefits package. Send cover leHer and current resume with references to: Multnomah Athletic Club, HR Dept., PO Box 390, Portland, OR 97207.

GIRLS TEAM HEAD COACH. Join our team of coaching professionals in this full-time position at one of North Americo's largest and finest private athletic clubs with a nationally recognized gymnastics program. Position requires competitive team coach (levels 5-9) and preteam experience. Salary commensurate with qualifications. Excellent benefits pockage offered. Send cover leHer and current resume with references to: Multnomah Athletic Club, HR Dept., PO Box 390, Portland, OR 97207.

POSITIONS AVAILABLE - Career opportunities are now open for qualified level 4·8 coach/ instructors for June '98 start. Club in 25th season on Maryland's Eastern Shore, adjocent to Salisbury State University. Full or port-time positions with competitive compensa· tion, health benefit, additional income options, and up to 6 weeks vacotion time. Contact 80b Morris at Delmarva Gymnastic Academy, Inc., 200 Bateman St., Salisbury, MD 21804; Phone 410-742-2053; FAX 410-860-9039; or E-mail: hastings@shore.intercom.net

Brand new gym in Indianapolis is looking for BOYS AND GIRLS COACHES. The Interoctive Gym is extremely well-funded and looking to grow rapidly. It has as its corparate sponsor, Interactive Intelligence (hHp:/ / www.inter·intell i. com). one of the fastest­growing saftware companies in the U.S. Many oppor­tunities exist for highly motivated coaches looking for a coreer with a young, ambitious organization. Top· flight salaries and benefits. E-mail resumes to donb@inter-intelli.com or coli 317-253-1414.

FULL· TIME COACH NEEDED: Oak Park Gymnastics (Chicago area) is looking for on experienced and enthusiastic coach to teoch all levels. We have 450+ students with strong preschool and girls programs (team levels 5·10). Experience cooching boys, a plus. Salary commensurote with experience. Benefits avail· able. Send resume to S. Kinsman, 218 Madison, Oak Pork, Il60302. M/ f, EOE.

GIRLS OPTIONAL TEAM COACH: 15,000 sq. foot fully equipped facility, 15 minutes East of SeaHle, WA, established 20 years with 600 students plus 120 com· petitive gymnasts, needs: experienced bar and vault cooch, levels 5·10, strong technical knowledge, enthu-

siastic, energetic, positive aHitude. Compulsory level coach PT or FT w/ recreational classes. Dance teacher 4 nights/week for team programs and possible Gym Jozz closses. Solory DOE. Send resume to: Kim Thomson, Gymnostics East, 13425 SE 30th, Bellevue, WA 9B005. 425·644·8117. Fax: 425·644-1791.

AWESOME OPPORTUNITY! Establ~hed gym with 1,100 students and a 20,000 sq. ft. facility with top of the line equipment is looking for on assistant beam and choreography coach for its girls' team-levels 5-10 beginning June 1998. Excellent salary and benefits including major medical insurance, vocation, and con­tinuing education. All condidates should possess a pos­ITIVE ATiiTUDE. Please send resume or contocl: Director; St. louis Gymnastic Centre, 315 West Pacific, St.louis, MO 63119, 314-968-9494.

POSITIONS AVAILABLE. Our well established grow­ing program located between lake Champlain & the northern Green Mountains of Vermont is seeking instructors/ coaches of experience for any combination of Gym-Tots thru level 9 Girls & Closs 3 Boys. Salary commensurate with teaching ability, experience, edu­cotion, & interpersonal skills. Join our Stoff of Professionals with extensive experience. Send teaching & spolring video of yourself & your gymnasts along with Resume (references w/ phone #5) to Champlain Valley Gymnastics, P.O. Box 9476, So. Burlington, Vt. 05407-9476. (802)863-4714.

SAN DIEGO NORTH COUNTY CLUB has two posi­tions open. Choreographer for optional level beam and floor, and assistant with strong spoHing skills. Experience with level 9 and higher required, along with knowledge of progressive skills. looking for team players, with talent, social skills, and versatility. Must be copable of cooching preschool through elite level gymnasts. Salary is negotiable depending on experi· ence. Meets and clinics receive additional pay. Contact Darryl Davis at lR.c. Gymnastics, 722 Genevieve Street, Suite l., Solano Beach, CA 92075. Phone #(619)481 -4966.

GYMNASTICS PROGRAM ON THE MOVE! Well established and successful program. Fully equipped facility with multiple equipment, in·ground pit and 40' Tumbl-Trak. Host of pre-Olympic team from Belarus. Metro Atlanta. 8enefits of Atlanta without all of the traffic. Need experienced coach with good optional techniques and spolring skills. Emphasis on beam and choreography. levels 5·10. Need assistant for optional team. European style of conditioning, drills and skills. Strong girls and boys teams with regional experience. Resume to: Cartersville Gymnastics; P.O. Box 1390, Cartersville, GA 30120. AHn.: Wynne Hernandez; 770-387-5629; FAX: 770·387-7415.

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Event Schedule DATE # OF DAYS DISCIPLINE EVENT SITE CONTACT PHONE# MAY 1998 16 2 R Rhythmic Western Open Downers Grove, Il Cindy French 317-237-5050 16 2 W level 9 East/West Championships lansing, MI/Austin, TX Connie Maloney 317-237-5050 17 8 MWR FIG Congress Vilamoura, POR Gary Alexander 317-237-5050 JUNE 1998 5 3 R U_S_ Rhythmic Notional Championships Colorodo Springs, CO Cindy French 317-237-5050 17 4 MWR Region VIII Congress Atlanta, GA Morion Dykes 404-325-3745 19 3 MWR Region IV Congress Minn/St Paul. MN Robin Ruegg 612-681 -9233 TBD W Elite Regionals Various Sites Gary Warren 317-237-5050 JULY 1998 10 3 W U.S. Cha llenge Montville, NJ Gary Warren 317-237-5050 10 3 MWR Senior Pacific Alliance Championships Winnipeg, CAN Gory Alexander 317-237-5050 10 3 R "Keep It Going" Workshop las Vegas Cindy French 317-237-5050 11 2 GG GG Coaching Workshop and Gym Fest las Vegas Steve Whitlock 317-237-5050 15 5 MWR PAGU Junior Chompionships Houston, TX Gory Alexander 317-237-5050 18 16 MWR Goodwill Gomes New York, NY Gory Alexander 317-237-5050 30 4 W U.S. Classie/National Gymnastics Festival San Antonio, TX Kathy Kelly 317-237-5050 TBD W Elite Regionals (International Only) Various Sites Gory Warren 317-237-5050 AUGUST 1998 19 4 MW John Hancock U.S. Gymnastics Championships Indianapolis, IN Jeff Olsen 317-237-5050 20 3 MWR USA Gymnastics Notional Congress Indianapolis, IN Steve Whitlock 317-237-5050 SEPTEMBER 1998 4 3 GG USAGIPAGU General Gymnastics Instructor's Training Course Austin, TX Steve Whitlock 317-237-5050 5 3 GG USA Gymnastics Notional Gym Fest Austin, TX Steve Whitlock 317-237-5050 11 3 MWR Region I Congress Santo Clara, CA Chere Crowhurst 408-238-7245 25 3 MWR Region II Congress SeoHle, WA Ruth Sandoz 503-246-0818 OCTOBER 1998 2 3 W TOP Notional Testing - East Rochester, NY Gary Warren 317-237-5050 9 3 W TOP National Testing - West Phoenix, AI. Gory Warren 317-237-5050 9 3 MWR Region VII Congress Hunt Volley, MD Steve Koss 800-344-1574 10 2 R J.O. Group Championships TBD Cindy French 317-237-5050 15 4 MWR Region VI Congress New York, NY Paul Spadaro 212-957-1963 NOVEMBER 1998 13 1 MWR USA Gymnastics Executive CommiHee Meeting Indianapolis, IN Julie Bejin 317-237-5050 14 2 MWR USA Gymnastics Board of Directors Meeting Indianapolis, IN Julie Bejin 317-237-5050 TBD M Future Stars Notional Chompionships Colorado Springs, CO Dennis Mcintyre 317-237-5050 TBD M Coaches Workshop Colorado Springs, CO Dennis Mcintyre 317-237-5050 DECEMBER 1999 5 2 W Notional TOP Training Camp Tulsa, OK Gary Warren 317-237-5050 JANUARY 1999 30 MWR Reese's Gymnastics Cup Phoeniz, AZ Jeff Olsen 317-237-5050 FEBRUARY 1999 10 4 M USA Gymnastics Winter Cup Challenge TBD Ron Galimore 317-237-5050 13 2 R Rhythmic Chollenge Colorado Springs, CO Cindy French 317-237-5050 TBD W American Clossic IBD Gary Warren 317-237-5050 MARCH 1999 4 MW VISA American Cup SI. Petersburg, Fl Jeff Olsen 317-237-5050 7 MWR International 3 on 3 Gymnastics Championships SI. Petersburg, Fl Jeff Olsen 317 -237 -5050 26 MW American Team Cup Jr./Sr. Richmond, VA Jeff Olsen 317-237-5050 27 W level 1 0 State Meets Various sites State Chair

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1998 S"'IIY «:1-'11'1«:"11011 S«:MIDUll 1 998 Safety Certification Schedule April 9, 1998 *(Bold Courses, National Safety Certifiers are encouraged to offend in order to recertify for the new cycle.)

Minimum age for Safety Certification is 18 years.

MONDAY IS THE LAST DAY REGISTRATIONS CAN BE FAXED FOR COURSES BEING CONDUCTED THIS WEEKEND. ANY REGISTRATIONS RECEIVED AFTER THAT TIME ARE NOT GUARANTEED A BOOK OR SPOT ON THE LIST.

MAY 17 Feasteville, PA; 9:00 a.m.- l :00 p.m.; Course Code:

PF051798PA; Mocey's Academy of Gymnastics; 1331 O'Reilly Drive; local Contaef: Macey Watson 215-364-8113; Course Dir: Phil Frank 609-786-3977

31 Florence, KY; 3:00-7:00 p.m.; Top Flight Gymnastics; 7513 Sussex Dr.; local Contact: David Cole 606-525-1020; Course Dir: Kim Domagalski 330-745-8903

JUNE Colorado Springs, CO; 6:00-10:00 p.m.; Course Code: 060498CO; location: Stors National Gymnastics Villoge; 3870 Mallow Rd.; local Contaef: Kurt Aichele 719-598-6863; Course Dir: TBA

Tahoe City, CA; 1:00-5:00 p.m.; Course Code: HF060798CA Granlibakken Resort & Conference Center; local Contact: Ellie Chynoweth 916-967-6555; Course Dir: Hiroshi Fujimoto 408-373-1694

*13 Stroudsburg, PA; 2:00-6:00 p.m.; Course Code: PF061398PA; International Gymnastics Camp; local Contact: Bruno Klaus 717-629-0244; Course Dir: Phil Frank 609-786-3977

14 Copley, OH; 4:00-8:00 p.m.; Course Code: KD0614980H Westside Gymnastics; Course Dir: Kim Domagalski 330-745-8903; 330-666-9401; June continued

17-20 Dunwoody, GA; TIme: T8A; Region 8 Mini Congress Course Dir: Chris Calvert 404-687-9911

19 Bloomington, MN; 3:00-8:00 p.m.; Course Code: SG061998MN; Days Inn - Moll of America; In conjunction with Region 4 mini-congress; Course Dir: Scoff Gay 612-953-1911

*20 Greenfield, IN; 11 :00 0.m.-3:00 p.m.; Course Code: BD0620981N; Indiana Gymnest; local Contact: Barry Dubuque 812-473-3232; Course Dir: Bobbi Fahrnbach/ Barry Dubuque 812-473-3232

AUGUST *8 Stroudsburg, PA; 1 :00-5:00 p.m.; Course code: PF080898PA;

International Gymnastics Camp; local Contact: Bruno Klaus 717-629-0244; Course Dir: Phil Frank 609-786-3977

SEPTEMBER 11-13 TBA

Minneapolis, St. Paul, MN; TIme TBD; In conjunefion with Minnesota Women's State Congress; location: TBD; Course Dir: Scoff Gay 612-953-1911

18 Montville, NJ; 8:45 a.m. registration, 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.; Course Code: CF091898NJ; North Stars; 2 Change bridge Road; Course Dir: Cathy Finkel 973-586-1808

26 Edison, NJ; 2:45 p.m. registration; 3:00-9:00 p.m.; Course Code: CF092698NJ; Henderson's Gymnastics; 216 TIngley lane; 908-769-8746; Course Dir: Cathy Finkel 973-586-1808

NOVEMBER livingtson, NJ; 8:45 a.m. registration, 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.; Course Code: CFlI 0698NJ; livingston Gymnastics; 355 Eisenhower Pkwy; 973-992-8007; Course Dir: Cathy Finkel 973-586-1808

22 Copley, OH; 4:00-8:00 p.m.; Westside Gymnastics; Course Dir: Kim Domagalski 330-745-8903; 330-666-7495

COST: Pro-Member with Current Safety Certilicotion

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• You must have your USA Gymnastics number on the registration form in order to qualify for the discount. (If obtaining your professional or instrudor mem­bership at this time, please indicate date purchased)

You may not register for a course to recertify any earlier than 6 months prior to your expiration tlate. No on-site registration. You must pre-register no later than 10 days prior to the course.

• All materials (including the Safety Handbook) for 4th Cycle courses are provided at the course and are port of the course fee.

• Certificotion is good for four years. • To achieve Safety Certification, the participant must be at least 18

years of age at the time of the course_ Please make checks payable, in full, to USA Gymnastics Safety Certification Mail registration form and payment to: USA Gymnastics Safety Pan American Plaza, Suite 300 20 J South Capitol Avenue Indianapolis, IN 46225 or Fax to 317-237-5069

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