Technique Magazine - October/November 1995

AN OFFICIAL PUBLICATION OF USA GYMNASTICS

October/November 1995 Vol. 15, #9

Inside Level II Grandparent Form ASEP Coaching Principles Expanding Into A MultiPurpose Facility - Part 2 1996 Congress Basics For Balance Beam Task Force On USA Gymnastics Response To The Female Athlete Triad Strength And Conditioning Building A Championship Cheerleading Peljormance Announcements USA Gymnastics Congress 1995 Ceremony Of Honors 1995 USA Gymnastics Olympic Development Program

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The chapters include: Nutrition Basics For Backflips Building a Pyramid to Nutrition Success Road Trip Nutrition How To Win While Losing.

Recipe categories are: Breakfast: Great Ways to Start Your Day Side Dishes: The Supporting Cast Pastas, Pizza and More Meat and Poultry: Protein Perfection Desserts: The Perfect Dismount.

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October/November 1995 Volume 15, #9 Publisher Editor Designer Men' s Program Director Women' s Program Director Rhythmic Program Director

Kathy Scanlan Steve W hitlock Cindy L. Reed

Contents Coaches Education

Ron Galimore

ASEP Coaching Principles

Kothy Kelly

Telecommunications

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What Is USA Gymnastics Online?

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Business USA GYMNASTICS BOARD OF DIRECTORS (hair:Sandy Knopp; President: Kathy Sconlan; President Emeritus: Mike Oanohue; Amateur Athletic Union: Stan Atkinson; American Sokol Organization: JerryMilon; Americon Trampoline & Tumbling Association: Wayne Downing; American Turners: Belty Heppner; Jewish Community Centers: Lori Katz; Notional Association of Collegiate Gymnastics Coaches for Men: Abie Grollfeld; Natianal Association of (allegiate Gymnastics Coaches for Women: Gail Davis; National Association for Girls and Women in Sport: Dr. Mimi Murroy; Notional Association 01 Women's Gymnastics Judges: Yvonne Hodge; National (allegiate AthleticAssociation: Jane Betts, Lou Burkel; National Federation of State High Schaal Associations: Suson True; Na tional Gymnastics Judges Association: Harry Bierke; Notional High School Gymnastics Coaches Association: John Brinkwarth; Special Olympics, Inc.: Kate faber·Hickie; U.S. Rhythmic Gymnastics (aaches Association: Suzie OITullio; U.S. Association of Independent Gym Clubs: Lance (rowley; U.S. Elite Coaches Association for Men' s Gymnastics: Peter Kormann; U.S. Elite Coaches Association for Women's Gym· nastics: Tony Gehman, Roe Kreutzer; U.S. Men' s Gymnastics Coaches Association: Morc Yancey; U.S. Sports Acrobatics Cederation: Bonnie Davidson; Young Men' s Christian Assoda· m of the USA: Ri(k Dodson; USA Gymnastics National .llembership Directors: Men's: Jim Hall, Roy Guro; Women's: Jim AHher, Julio Thampson·Aretz; Rhythmic: Alia \vifSky, Ule Alt· (orberry Athlete' s Advisory (ouncil: Wendy Hilliord, choir; (hris Waller, vice {hair; Kristen Kenoyer Woodland, sec; Tanya Service (hoplin, Oion, "Oee" Foster, Karyn Lyon Glover, Peter Vidmar, ("rod Voorsonger; USO( Athlete Representative: Michelle OUl,,"e.

USA GYMNASTICS EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE (hair: Sandy Knopp; Special Advisor to the (hairman of the Boord: Roe Kreutzer; President: KOlhy Sconlon; Secretory: Mike Milidanis; Vice (hoir Women: lIoncy Marshall; Vice (hair Men: lim Oaggett; Vice (hair Rhythmic: (andoce Feinberg; FIG Women's Technical (ammittee: Jocki, Fie; FJG Rhythmic Technical (ammittee: Andreo Schmid·Shapiro; FIG Men's Technical (ammittee: Bill Roetzheim;At Lorge Members: Jim HOftung, Joan Moore; Athlete Directors: lonyo Service (hop Iin, Wendy Hilliard, P,ter Vidmar; USO( Athlete Representative: Michell, Dusserre; President Emeritus: Mike Donahue.

Unless expressly identilied to the contrary, all artides, state· menls and views printed hereinore ottributed solely tothe oulhor ond USA Gymnostics expresses no opinion and OIsumes no responsibility thereof.

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1996 Congress 1996 Congress & Olympic Trials 1996 Olympic Trials Ticket Forms

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Balance Beam Basics For Balance Beam

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Female Athlete Triad Task Force Task Force On USA Gymnastics Response To The Female Athlete Triad

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Men's Gymnastics Strength And Conditioning

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Cheerleading Building AChampionship Cheerleading Performance

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Announcements Men's Coaches Workshop Correction Varina French Recovery Fund Notice To Membership USOC Video: Removing Injury Victims From Gymnastics Pits 1996 Winter Cup Entry Form

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1995 Congress USA Gymnastics Congress 1995 Ceremony OF Honors

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Olympic Development Program 1995 USA Gymnastics Olympic Development Program

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Women's Program 1995 TOPs Testing 1997-2001 Jr. Olympic Compulsory Program Judges Certification, Inc.

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ver the past months you' ve been seeing regular articles here in Technique magazine regarding telecommunication, USA Gymnas tics Online (USAGO), and Delphi.

We su spect that you've also been seeing and hearing a lot about the" communication highway" in your local newspaper, various magazines, and on TV. What's happening in the world today is that millions of people are now communicating faster and more reliably than they ever have before by using their computers. The advantages are enormous.

1. You don' t have to write communications out b y hand, or even print them .

2. You don' t have to go to the post office to mail them.

3. You only need a phone line- something you already have.

4. You need a computer, a modem, and appropriate communications software which are getting cheaper every day.

To ~limb on the w orldw ide data highway means you, sitting in hVll:g ro?m, can.use your computer to communicate directly wIth a frIend m RUSSIa or a club owner in Australia or loot up a book in the French Librarie Nationale. You can connect directly with Sweden's President, leave electronic mail for Bill Clinton, write to NBC, or w rite a letter to anyone at USA Gymnastics. An all of it is done at great speed-186,000 miles per second! Even Federal Express can't beat that record! y~ ur

The day is coming when d ata communications will be so pre."alent, we w ill w onder how we ever got along b y using regular mall. (The computer world calls it "snail mail").

So hook up! all you need is a very basic computer and a modem .

Next you'll want communications software, particularly software that can work to keep you online as short a time as possible. Online time is usually billed in minute increm ents, and therefore you want software that allows you to quickly download information, then read it later, after you've" captured" the information to your printer, or a diskette, and then sighed off the system.

Your computer speaks d ata. Your telephone line speaks sound.

The m odem converts data to sound on yo u r end (sending) and the.n con verts. the sound back to ~ a ta on the other end (receiving).

ThIS modulatIOn and demodulation of the d ata gives us the word MODEM. That's all the modem does-converts data to sound and '1ack again .

Why can' t you do w ithout the modem and jus t send the data over the phone line? That day is coming. It's called fiber optics. A system capable of handling the speed at which d ata travels.

Current phone lines, which use old fashioned, slow copper w ire, can 't handle the band width necessary to send data directly.

Your software should be capable of the following: 1. Dialing phone numbers.

2. Storing the sing-on process so you don' t have to enter it each time you sign on to same online service.

3. Allowing you to use your print screen key to print things you see online directly to your printer or a disk.

4. Allowing you to capture everything that appears on your screen to a disk file- such as the entire text of an article you're readmg onlme as It scrolls by on your screen or the complete transcript of a conversation you're having with someone online. This way you can easily print out the transcript, or copy, after you've signed off.

5. Allowing you to upload (send) or dow nload (receive) files set up for that purpose on online systems.

When you get experience online and know how to upload and dow nload files, you'll find thousands of free and shareware programs you can dow nload. One of them on Delphi called "D-Lite" simplifies the process of using USAGO. C?h yes. One other thing. Communicating online takes money.

BeSIdes t~e hardware and software costs, you' ll be charged fo r bem!? onlme. But not a lot-compare~ to the information yo u can gamm a short time. Even though you re using telephone lines, the cost of a long distance call is much more than you'd spend u sing that same phone line for d ata transmission.

For instance, USAGO and it parent service, Delphi, allow you access through local phone numbers in over 500 cities. So you don't pay for long distance. Instead, these local phone numbers place you on SprintNet or Tymnet's data network - at a cost that can be as little as $1 per hour. . . USAGO and Delphi allow yo u 5 free hours when you first Jom-to rummage aro und the systems and try everything. Then you can choose a $10 per month plan which allows you four hours a month onlin~. Or, there's a $20 per month plan in which your first 20 hours are mcluded . We fmd, here at USA Gymnastics, that we' re spending just about 20 hours per month m aintaining the system, so we doubt you' d ever reach that amount of time; therefore you;d be paying $1 per hour for access .

There's a catch. All of the above applies to after 6:00 p.m. access.

Daytime access. comes with an add~ tional charge due to the huge amount of busmess OrIented traffIc. Our advice: always access after 6:00 p .m. and before 6:00 a.m .

Sooner or later, you' ll be communicating online. It's where everything in communication is headed . Why not start with something yo u know and love-gymnas tics!

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JOIN USA GYMNASTICS ONLINE! USA GYMNASTICS has joined w ith DELPH I in a great new partnersh ip. USA Gymnastics Online! is the new DELPHI Custom Service offering you the world of gymnastics through your computer and modem.

In addition to USA Gymnastics Online!, you can access DELPHI itself, and explore the Internet.

Join USA Gymnastics Online! now and get 5 hours of even ing or weekend access to tryout the Internet for free!

Use DELPHI's Internet mail to exchange messages with over 10 million peop le at universities, companies and other on lin e services such as CompuServe and MCI Mail.

Download programs and files using FTP or connect in real-time to other networks using Telnet!

It's all yours when you "hook up" to USA Gymnastics Online and Delphi .

It's easy to sign up, and even easier to get online once you've signed up, through more than 600 local access telephone numbers nationwide. Explore it all from the comfort of your own computer.

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ach program added to your business can contribute to the enrollment of all of the restsome of these synergis tic effects may seem obvious, but when my gym club (WINGS) started adding activity programs, I was just hoping this would be the case. We had no template or examples to follo w.

courses, a circus set-up, sports camp, ski training ac tivities, and much more.

Swimming Instruction Swimming instruction can give clubs the big break they need to maintain even cash flow through the summer months.

Operating a swim program allows year-round profitability.

You have the options of leasing a local pool or building a pool to provid e swimming lesson s.

Your built-in clientele will be the first to sign up-and they w ill spread the word to their friends.

dios fail to utilize this system.

The dance school indu str y seems aimed at the annual recital! A good d ance staff can really help your gymnasts and cheerleaders, and provides you with another avenue of achievement for those who opt out of gymnastics, or vice versa. You can either sublease to an existing dance studio, or start your own. You may find that starting your school is troublesome in the beginning, but this is more desirable and profitable in the long run.

One of the advantages of adding activities is each new program provides an additional "barrier" to another local business duplicating your facility. Each program you add makes your club more unique and convenient.

Preschool Motor Skill Development

Recreational and competitive programs provide a place for the yo unger children to advance and for older children to excel or to use these activities as training for other sports. Large facilities (10,000 sq. ft. or more) are more advantageous because they can double as multi-purpo se gy m s featuring rope

head instructor leaves, the program evaporates! Just as the dance program, starting your own school is more trouble in the beginning, but more desirable and profitable in the long run.

Synergy ...

If you have all of these program s, now you have a critical mass of families and children to launch som e other profitable programs. These programs have expanded our knowledge of instructional programs into other new programs. Now we w ill venture out of physical education into some other childrelated areas. It is not necessary to implement any of these program s in a par ticular order.

However you r business grows d epends on a number of factors including, demographics, available space, financial resources, competition (both private and public), and available instructor pool.

Sports Day Camps

Preschool programs for ages 1-7 gradually build from basic motor and music activities, to "all sport" physical actions, to more specific gymnastics curriculums. These are extremely profitable programs and a great way to star t building a childbased business.

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Dance School Dance training is a natural ex ten s ion of a gy mna s tic s school, but it n eeds its own curriculum. Fundamental skill progressions are b asic for m ost gym schools, but many dance stu-

Self-defense School A self-defense school is another option for students w ho opt out of gymnastics. The caution here is that there are innumerable styles of Martial Arts.

Whether you sublease or start your own program, you need to select a style that you can find a consistent source of instructors.

If this is not the case, w hen the

October/November 1995 TECHNIQUE

During the summer, December holiday break, and spring break, a need exists in most communities for active child care during these times w hen school is out of session. You may need to be really creative if your school districtis on a year-round schedule. In any case, w hen school is on break, business can increase if all-day care for children of elementary school age is provided. Not only do you capitalize on existing clientele, but also draw from the community at large. These new customers can then feed into their "activi ty of choice" after day camp has concluded. At the very least, they are now educated about your facili ty.

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While indoor rock climbing might appear to be a very specialized application-take a detailed look! In addition to training local climbers, an indoor climbing gym can be used for groups, classes, parties of all kinds, and day camps. This program, like all public programs, has the potential to bring in a lot of new customers to your foundation of instructional programs.

Other Public Programs Besides the indoor rock climbing gym, you might other programs such as an door playground, party center, or an indoor miniature golf area.

Transportation Services for all Programs Leasing or purchasing vans and / or buses can supercharge the amount of business you are able to conduct - especially with the d ay care market. Transportation services can be provided for gymnastics, sw imming, d a nc e, self-d efen se, indoor playground, d ay camps, or combinations of ac tivities .

The vehicles also act as " m oving billboards" to promote the club around tow n.

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THE FACTS Host City: Boston, Mass.

Congress Dates: Pre-Congress Sessions . June 27 Congress Sessions · June 28-30 Post Congress Sessions· July 1 1996 U.S. Olympic Trials· June 25-30 Artistic Trials· June 27-30 Rhythmic Trials· June 25-26

CONGRESS RATES AND REGISTRATION DATES This information will be announced at a later date.

No pre-registration afterJuly 24. After July 24, you must register on-site.

CONGRESS HOTELS The Copley Connection is a joint venture of world class hotels and an outstandingshopping facility. The Westin Hotel Copley Place, the Boston Marriott Copley Place, and The Copley Place Shopping Galleries are all under one roof. For the 1996 USA Gymnastics Congress, these two hotels will be joined by the adjacent Copley Plaza to house Congress attendees. The Congress sessions will be conducted at the Hynes Convention Center that is connected directly to the Copley Place Shopping Galleries.

The Westin Hotel, Copley Place Boston 10 Huntington Avenue, Boston, Mass. 02 116-5798 The contemporary Westin Hotel.

Copley Place Boston is located in the city's charming and fashionable back bay, considered to be Boston's finest location. The hotel is linked via skybridge to the upscale Copley Place Shopping Galleries, the new Prudential Center Fashion Court, and the Hynes Convention Center. Eight hundred newly renovated guestrooms and suites offer breathtaking views of Boston.

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Cut-off date: May 31 Rates: $129 for single/double Boston Marriott, Copley Place 110 Huntington Avenue, Boston, Mass. 02116 At Copley Place, in the heart of Boston's Back Bay area, the Boston Marriott is linked to the Hyne' sConvention Center. There is a conve-

PRESENTATIONS The biggest and the best! Watch Technique for more specific information on the Congress schedule, presenters, and topics. Sessions will be conducted at the beautiful John B. Hyne's Convention Center. The Hynes will provide a modern, elegant, highly flexible environment for the annual Congress. Sessions will feature informative speakers discussing club business, technique and sport science, preschool/developmental. judges training, and other areas of interest.

Sessions will also include men's women's, and rhythmic areas.

CONGRESS REGISTRATION INFORMATION Congress Registration forms, Congress "Add-on" information and forms, and the tentative Congress Schedule will be included in the December issue of Technique magazine.

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1996 U.S. OLYMPIC TEAM TRIALS America's top gymnasts will be making magic June 25-30 during the 1996 U.S. Olympic Gymnastics Trials in Boston. This nationally televised competition will determine which gymnastics hopefuls are going to compete in Atlanta. It promises to be a week of drama passion, and perfection. A week to remember and you can experience the excitement. All of itlive and in person. You'll want to attend and see, firsthand, some of the most important Artistic and Rhythmic competitions in a gymnast's life.

PRIORITY SEATING Right now, tickets for the 1996 U.S. Olympic Trials- Gymnastics have never been more affordable and available. Priority seating was introduced for USA Gymnastics members at the 1995 Congress in New Orleans.

This offer has been extended until February 1. 1996 exclusively for USAG members planning on attending the 1996 Congress in Boston. Order now because once the block sells out, this offer ends. The earlier you do, the better chance you 'll have getting the seats you want.

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Posture Awareness Fee t a re turned out, with weight distributed on the balls of feet, all the toes are on top of the beam to prevent rolling the ankles .

Backs of knees are s tretched, wi th kneecaps an gled in the sam e direction as feet .

Hips are squ are, lower back extende d (flat), weight is lifted up and out of the pelvis to avoid tucking of the hips or swaying lower back.

Abdominals are pulled up and back, belly button is pulled backward into the pelvic cavity.

Chest is lifted up, s ternum pulled down and ri bcage pulled together.

Arm s are h eld in a relaxed matmer w ith control of placem ent (not limp or stiff) .

Shoulders are pressed down and s tretched wide to the side.

gentle pushing, in varying directions, of knees, hips, should er s or head w hile gymnast corrects alignment and m aintains balance.

Turns

Repetitive straight jumps with 1/4and 1/2turns without balat1ce errors on lat1dings

Alignment: Head always above the beam

From 1st (side), 4th and 5th (cross) position stands:

Repetitive split jumps, pike jumps, and straddle jumps

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Forward leg swings from a stand and from the knee

From 4th and 5th (cross) position stands with head leading shoulders (spotting drill) :

Backward leg swings from a stand and from a lunge

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Back Side 1. Back of the n eck 2. Upper back 3. Tail bon e 4. Backs of knees 5. Heels

From a stand on one leg: Releves and releve h old w ithout balance error

Ankle/Feet Strength and Control

Releve hold, alternating leg position from front to back

Foot isola tion Balan ce holds and toe raises: eyes open / eyes closed

TwTlS 1/2or 1/1, followed b y repetitive toe raises

Hops and jumps: w ith/ without a rms Weight transfers: forward, sideward, backward

Repetitive 1/ 2 and 1/ 1 turns w ithout balance error (varying directions, l eg positions and at'm positions)

Leg/Hip Strength and Control Dips, Waltz steps - forward and backward Arabesques and scales Weight shifts w ith leg lifts

Step turns 1/2 and 1/ 1 w ith vary in g e nt r ie s (lunge, pique)

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Forward and Backward leg swings with hops Leap from the knee and a lunge Step leap, s tep leap Long runs in and out of leaps One step, switch leap Sissone, switch leap

Handstand Strength · Press drill in side, stra ddle "L" and cross positions · Repetitive lever drills: slow and fast (R/L) · Handstands: und er- balanced, overbalat1Ced, balat1Ced Movement Reactioncounter b a lance th ro u g h shoulders w ith spot Walking in h a nd stand s: Sidewards R/ L, cross forwards Handstat1d holds: Side and cross, va r y ing positions, switching positions during hold

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A gymnast will perform successfully on beam when she is confident in the skill she is performing and focused on the details

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Arms and Body Waves

Low beams wider than normal Numbers, numbers, numbers!

Spotting Mats at the height of the beam

Arms should always be relaxed but placed and controlled Forward, backward, and sideward (vertebrae progression)

Beam Basics-A continuing program of training throughout a gymnast's career to give them a feeling of control which, in turn, gives them confidence to perform

Beam Attitude-As a coach or a gymnast, be unemotional, calm and aggressive.

The fall is bigger than life if you think you'll get injured or if coaches and/ or parents put the emphasis on staying on instead of" what to do ... to stay on."

No Distractions-Establish what the distractions might be in gym training or performance situations. Teach your gymnast to focus on the immediate task and succeeding tasks in order of importance.

Fear and Overcoming Fear

Training Aids "The Line" -skills performed exactly as they will be performed on the beam

Acknow ledgement-FEAR exists in everyone at some time or another.

Detailed Skill Knowledge-Educa te the gymnasts on the details of the performance of all skills expected to perform (A, B, Cs).

Perform skills in com petition when you achieve a consistency rate of 90 percent.

Visualization-Start visual training early. Be aware of vivid imaginations. A more intelligent gymnast might anticipate the problems that can occur in performing a skill incorrec tly (may visualize herself failing before succeeding).

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ith over 50,000 registered female athletes, most of them adolescents, USA Gymnastics (USAG) recognizes its responsibility to understand the Female Athlete Triad (disordered eating, amenorrhea, and osteoporosis) and to actively pursue policies that will provide a healthy environment in which gymnasts can pursue their goals.

Therefore, in the fall of 1994, USAG created a Task Force to examine its response to the Female Athlete Ttlad.

The Task Force is chaired by Nancy Thies Marshall, 1972 Olympian and four-time National Team member, who is ViceChair for Women at USAG. The Task Force represents the broad spectrum of opinion on the Triad. It includes sport psychology consultants, nutritionists, and medical experts, all leaders in research and practice in dealing with the Triad. The Task Force also includes Olympic athletes, coaches, officials, and parents; each member chosen because of their unique perspective.

The purpose of the Task Force is to recommend improved programs for administrators, athletes, coaches, judges, and parents after reviewing products and services currently offered by USAG. To our knowledge this is the first time a governing body of a sport has so aggressively pursued an understanding of this challenge and asked so openly for guidelines and recommendations from an independent body.

The Task Force has had two full meetings and numerous subcommittee tele-conferences. The final report of the Task Force will be presented to the USAG Board of Directors at their November meeting. This preliminary report is intended to provide an outline of their findings and anticipated recommendations.

Task Force Findings

one's body, fear of becoming fat, and a distorted body image.

Anorexia nervosa and bulimia nervosa are at the extreme end of the spectrum of disordered eating.

The number of gymnasts affected by disordered eating or Triad-related problems is unclear.

Dr. Bill Sands' unpublished survey of elite gymnasts and their mothers indicated that 28 percent of the gymnasts surveyed had eating disorder problems. A survey of 42 NCAA gymnastics programs showed that 62 percent of collegiate gymnasts have engaged in disordered eating practices. No statistics are available on the numbers or percentages of gymnasts who have anorexia nervosa or bulimia nervosa.

Preliminary research on osteoporosis indicates that this element of the Triad is not a problem for gymnasts, apparently because the muscle development of gymnasts actually creates positive bone mass and bone density. However, further research will be conducted.

The purpose of the Task Force is to recommend

improved programs for administrators, athletes,

The study of elite gymnasts by Sands shows that on average they begin menstruation at 15.5 years, prior to the 16 year age at which the failure to menstruate becomes a medical concern. (It should also be noted that the onset of regular menstrual periods is important, not just the age of onset of menstruation which is not always the case for the gymnasts is this study.) That same study indicated mothers and daughters in the study achieved the same final height.

What factors in the gymnastics experience might exacerbate disordered eating problems?

Disordered eating, particularly the extremes associated with anorexia nervosa and bulimia nervosa, is at its root, a psychological problem. In making that recognition, the Task Force concluded that all efforts must be made to ensure that gymnasts, including recreational, competitive, and elite program participants, have an environment that leads to positive self-esteem as the best prevention for eating disorders and potential subsequent health problems.

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What is the Female Athlete Triad and to what extent does it affect gymnasts?

The Female A thlete Triad is defined by the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) as the inter-relatedness of disordered eating, amenorrhea, and osteoporosis, disorders that may lead to significant health problems. The young female athlete is at risk for the development of disordered patterns of eating, which may lead to menstrual d ysfunction (amenorrhea) and subsequent premature osteoporosis or bone loss. Disordered eating refers to the spectrum of abnormal patterns of eating, including behaviors such as: bingeing and purging or both; food restriction; prolonged fasting; use of diet pills, diuretics or laxatives; and/ or thought patterns such as preoccupation with food, dissatisfaction with

Sands' survey of elite level gymnasts indicated that 92 percent of those surveyed felt they had a positive experience with gymnastics. However, there are factors in gymnastics which, combined with society's emphasis on thinness, can affect an athlete's tendency to develop disordered eating patterns. These include: . The fact that most gymnasts are young. Studies by the American Association of University Women and others indicate that

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self-esteem in all pre-adolescent (middle school) and adolescent girls plummets as much as 30 percent from the self-esteem of girls in elementary school. The m ajority of recreational, competitive, and elite athletes are in middle-school and high school.

living away from her parents. The others live w ith at least one parent and the majority are living in the community where they originally lived . In the 1980s, there were only a few clubs that trained elite gymnasts and many of the athletes lived away from home without direct parental support.

Gymnasts, especially elite level gymnasts, tend to have personality traits including striving for perfection, obsessive behavior and attention to d etail tha t correlate with the personality trait s of adolescents w ho tend to have disord ere d eating problems.

The artistic and rhythmic National Teams both have contracted team sports psychology consultants and nutritionists w ho work with the athletes, parents, and coaches.

The International Gymnastics Federation (FIG) has increased the age requirement for participation in artistic gymnas tics in the 2000 Olympics to 16. The United Sta tes coaches have developed methods of training older athletes that have resulted in improved performance and an increased length of competitive careers. The top 10 of the current National Team includes three m embers of the 1992 Olympic Team and four athletes who are 18 or older. These athletes are projecting a more mature image for gynm asts which can only aid in combating the pre-occupation w ith body image and weight since adolescent gymnasts strive to become like their idols.

Gymnastics is a subj ectively judged sport, where the athlete's anxiety about her performance can be mis-placed on her body size and image. While nothing in the Code of Points or other judging regulations relate to body size, gymnasts perceive that having a body type similar to the existing champions w ill increase their chances of success. In many cases it simply is not possible for the gymnasts to have the body size that they believe to be necessary for success.

Information and training available to coaches through the Talent Opportunity Program (TOPs), national team meetings, and other coaching certification program s have assisted with training coaches about ways that they can contribute to the overall physical and m ental health of their athletes.

Coaches, parents, or officials providing information abou t appearance or weight control issu es can inadver tently and unintentionally trigger obsessive pre-occupation with weight and body image and a tendency to gain control by developing disordered eating patterns.

Initial efforts at parent education have included parent sessions at National Team meetings and at TOPs camps.

Nutritional information is available to athlete members through USA Gymnastics magazine. Additionally, an Athlete's Cookbook is being printed, and numerous educational videos on nutrition and eating disorders are available through USAG educational products sales.

Lack of know ledge by parents on the Triad and occasional over emphasis on the athlete's performance by ..... parents can contribute to the problem. ~ For some a thletes a breakdown in communication between the coach and parents (or between the athlete and coach, or coach and athlete) m akes it difficult for her concerns to be properly addressed.

Recognition and awareness of the problems of the Triad are reflected in the emphasis on educational sessions a t the state, regional, and national Congresses ofUSAG.

In elite athletics, including elite gymnastics, environments can be created that are highly eval uative and characterized by negative feedback in the event of poor performance. Research has shown that such en vironments can put athletes at risk.

Former gymnasts rep ort experiencing marked declines in self-esteem or an identity crisis and consequent disord ered eating patterns at the completion of their competitive careers when the structure, goal setting and hours devo ted to gymnastics, and the recognition stemming from the sport, are taken away from them .

Educational programs fo r athletes are conducted at training camps, national team meetings and at the TOPs training camps by the team nutritionist and sports psychology consultants.

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What has been done by USAG to ensure a positive environment for gymnasts and to decrease the incidence of disordered eating and Triad related problems?

The number of gymnastics clubs that train elite level gymnastics has increased since the adven t of the Na tional Coaching staff in 1992. These elite clinicians provide specialized assistance to coaches w ho are training elite level gYllli1as ts allowing increasing numbers of gymnas ts to live and train in their home community and/ or to live with at least one parent while training. The top 10 athletes at the 1995 National Championships came from eight different clubs. Of the top 10, only one athlete (who, in fac t, has graduated from high school) is

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The Task Force has identified a number of action items for USA Gynmas tics to take a leadership role in diminishing the incidence of disordered eating among ~ gymnas ts. The goal of these action items is to create a positive environment in which the athlete's self-es teem and her sense of self-determination is nurtured to enable her to perform to the best of her athletic ability and with the maximum opportunity for long las ting physical and psychological health.

Recommendations for Athletes

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Provide role models to further develop self-esteem, encourage communication about challenges and fears faced by athletes, and d ecrease the sen se of isolation that some gymnasts experience. Specific recommendations include:

performance related feedback entirely separate from comments about weight or leanness.

Continue to utilize the m ember misconduct process, if and when necessary, to discipline coaches who are persistent in using abusive methods that undermine the self-esteem and h ealth of thei r athletes.

./ Develop a mentoring system w here former National Team m embers are p aired w ith currently competing elite level athletes.

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./ Create a video that includes athlete testimonies and h elpful advice from those w ho have been there.

Recommendations lor Judges

The Female Athlete

Provide opportunities fo r athletes to discuss their concerns w ith nutritionists, sport psychology con su ltants and other outside resource people by d eveloping a n ational network or referral list for athletes and by continuing the existing services for National Team members.

This could include partnership w ith other organizations, including the United States O lympic Committee (USOC).

of Sports Medicine

Provide assistance in the transition from gymnastics competition to retirement:

disordered eating,

./ Provide continued services of the National Team sport psychology con sultants and nutritionist after retirement from the National Team. ./ Provid e continued access to a n ational n etwork of sport psychology consultants and nutritionists for athletes w ho are not on the National Team .

Triad is defined by the American College (A CSM) as the interrelatedness of

Provide additional education for judges as part of their certification that, similar to the course provided for coaches, wo uld emphasize child d evelopment, sport and child psychology and emergen cy health care. Judges should also be trained on the signs and symptoms of disordered eating.

Include articles in Technique magazine, the USAG professional j ourna!, and in the judges newsletters regarding the Triad and the impact of authority figures on the development of adolescent and athlete self-esteem.

amenorrhea, and

Encourage interaction of judges and gymnasts on a non-competitive basis.

osteoporosis,

Continue to educate judges on performance judging versus appearance judging.

disorders that may lead to significant health problems.

Develop an alumni association for former athletes to stay connected and involved in the sport, including encouraging a tran sition to coaching and judging. Develop (in consultation with sport scientists and the ACSM) a more sport and fe male-specific pre-participation physical for all participants in the elite program and at the top levels of the Junior Olympic Program (i.e. Level 10 National Championships) to improve screening for potential Triad related problems.

Develop guidelines and appropriate phraseology to assis t judges in discussing routines w ith gymnas ts, coaches and p arents.

Continue to utilize the member misconduct process, if and w hen necessary, to d iscipline judges who are persistent in inappropriate discussions with athletes, parents and/ or coaches regarding an athlete's appearance or weight related issues.

Recommendations lor Parents

Provide information for athletes about ways they can address their coach and parents regarding their concerns and experiences.

Increase the Membership options for parents of gymnasts that would include a periodic newsletter for parent members. This newsletter would include updated information on gymnastics, the qualification process, nutrition, and sport psychology.

Recommendations lor Coaches Create an additional coaches education program that deals specifically w ith the need to create a positive environment for athletes. Suggested topics include nutrition, child development, sport and child psychology, emergency health care, the consequences of over training, and ways to determine the optimum training schedule and en vironment for a particular athlete. Emphasis should also be given to training coach es on the signs and symptoms of disordered eating, since early d etection can arrest and reverse the dow nward spiral for athletes.

Provide assistance to coaches in determining ways to utilize the services of sport psychology con sultants and nutri tionists in the training of their athletes.

Provide guidelines to coach es, in association w ith the ACSM, about positive ways to discuss weight and strength issues w ith their athletes. In the British journal Coaching Focus, au thor Ken Fox describes 10 tips for coach es to deal with weight related issues with their athletes. These include ensuring that coaches ch eck the weight-related messages they con vey and keep their October/ ovember 1995

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Dr. Gloria Balague ational Team Sports Psychologist-Rhytlunic Assistant Professor, Dept. of Psychology University of Illinois at Chicago Circle Dr. Dan Benardot Na tional Team Nutritionist Women's Artistic Program Associate Professor, Nutrition and Dietetics Director, Laboratory for Elite Athlete Performance Georgia State University

heal th problems.

Tanya Service Chaplin Member of USAG Athletes Advisory Council Former National Team Member Assistant Coach-University of Washington

create the most positive environment for each individual athlete.

Marilyn Cross Brevet Judge in Women's Artistic Women's Teclmical Committee Chair

Provide parent sessions at regional, state, and national USA Gymnastics Congresses and increase the parent sessions at TOPs camps.

Publish a book for parents that includes general information about the sport, USAG, a thlete psychology, and parenting the competitive and elite athlete. The book would be available to all parents at a nominal cost and provided free of charge to parents of National Team members.

Recommendations lor Club Administrators Institute a policy of periodic and frequent open practices at clubs .

Work with parents to develop a parents club that will act as a liaison between p arents and coaching staff.

Ensure that periodic sessions occur between coaches and parents to establish goal setting for the athlete in conjunction with parents.

Provide for group education sessions (for parents in the club) to include athlete psychology and nutrition.

Recommendations lor USA Gymnastics Administrators Develop a club certification program that will identify those clubs that provide an excellent program and positive environment for training gymnasts. These clubs would be allowed to identify themselves as "Five Star" clubs in their advertising and would be identified to p arents calling for gymnastics program referrals. Identify and fund staff and other resources necessary to implement the recommendations of the Task Force.

Seek support from sport scientists and others in researching issues related to the Triad to ensure that up-to-date information is available and widely disseminated in the gymnastics community.

Michelle Dusserre 1984 Olympian Athlete Representative to the USOC AAC Coach-Colorado Aerials Regis tered Dietitian Carol Kyanka President-Women's Intersport Network-Kansas City Kelli Hill Coach-Hill's Angels Coach-Dominique Dawes, 1992 Olympian Jennifer Mann Former ational Team Member-Rhytlunic Counselor-eating disorders Cathy Rigby McCoy 1972 Olympian Claudia Miller Judge Mother-World Champion ShaImon Miller Dr. Aurelia Nattiv Assistant Clinical Professor UCLA Co-Chair ACSM (American College of Sports Medicine) Task Force on the Female Athlete Triad Sarah Patterson Head Coach-Universi ty of Alabama Dr. Polly Rost Clinical Director-Rost & Assoc.

Members of the Task Force Members of the Task Force on USA Gymnastics' response to the Female Athlete Triad include: Nancy Thies Marshall Task Force Chair 1972 Olympian USAG Vice-Chair for Women

Dr. Joan Duda Tational Team Sports Psychologist Women's Artistic Program Professor and Director, Sport and Health Psychology Laboratory Purdue University

Lynn Sievers "House mother" -Rhythmic Na tional Group Team Catherine Yakhimovich Coach-Rhythmic National Team Member Donna Strauss Co-Director Parkettes Coach- Na tional Team Members

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STRENGTH AND CONDITIONING

Specific strength exercises are designed to develop strength related to learning skills. Specific strength exercises are used during the general preparation phase, specific preparation phase, pre-competitive phase, and competitive phase to varying degrees.

The athletes perform specific strength exercises four times per week (Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday) . The exercises are divided into three separate days as shown in Table 2. One, two, or three sets of these exercises are performed depending on the training objectives. The three separate days are completed in order on a continuous cycle (Mon-Day 1, Tues-Day 2, Thurs-Day 3, FriDay 1, Mon- Day 2, Tues-Day 3, etc.) .

Randy Harney Strength and Conditioning Coach Men's Gymnastics, Universihj of Minnesota

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he strength and conditionin g program for Men's Gymnastics at the Univer sity of Minnesota has been developed to prepare the gymnasts for safe and optimal performances. The program is designed based on the physical demands required to learn skills and perform routines .

We h ave attempted to use sound physiological and psychological principles to develop a program that is both motivating and effective. In this article we will d escribe the exercises, training principles, and training phases. We are optimistic that this program will help to improve the strength and conditioning level of your athletes the same way it has improved ours.

The Exercises The exercises are divided into two groups. Strength exercises to develop strength requirements to learn skills and conditioning exercises to develop muscular endurance requirements to perform routines.

Strength Exercises There are two types of strength exercises used in this program: specific strength and non-specific strength.

Non-specific strength exercises are designed to strengthen and rehabilitate the w hole body. These exercises are used after the main competitive season to improve the stability of joints such as ankles, wrists, and shoulders that may be weakened due to overuse or injury. The following exercises (Table 1) are completed two times per week, with at least one day off between sessions. One set is performed to muscle failure between eight and twelve repetitions.

You will notice that exercise 1 for all three days contains exercises that train the same muscle group, but with variation.

Exercise 2, 3, 4, etc. for each day also contain exercises that train the same muscle group. We have developed the program this way for two reasons. The first reason we vary the exercises is to account for different skills or different parts of skills. For example, cross holds are performed on one day, cross pull-outs are performed on another day, and cross negatives are performed on another. The second reason we vary the exercises is to add variety to the program. Variety within the program helps to keep the exercises novel, which in turn increases the chance that the athletes will put forth the greatest possible effort.

Table 1 Non-specific Strength (machines and free weights) 1.

2.

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5.

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7.

Leg press Leg press 4-way hip Leg extension Leg curl Planter flexion Dorsi-flexion B. Chest press

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Conditioning Exercises There are two forms of conditioning we use to improve muscular endurance, non-specific aerobic conditioning and routine specific interval conditioning.

Non-specific aerobic conditioning is used to maintain the general fitness level of the athletes during transitional phase (after main competition) and general prep aration p hase (before specific preparation). Aerobic conditioning is a low intensity activity that is performed over a long period of time (over 15 minutes). Heart rate monitors are used to keep the intensity of the aerobic sessions at 60 percent of maximum heart rate (about 140 BPM). The amount of aerobic sessions comp leted will vary from one to two times per week depending on the phase of training

The principle of variety states that in order to reduce the chance or boredom, exercises must be altered or chan ged on a regular basis. If there is not variety and ch ange within a program the athletes may slip into a comfort zone. Without the intent to complete exercises with the greatest possible effort, an overload w ill not occur.

The following are examples of h ow we use these three training principles to improve the athlete's physical abilities.

Routine Specific Interval Conditioning During routine specific interval conditioning we use h eart rate monitors to determine recovery time between intervals. After each interval, the athlete will wait until his heart rate lowers to 140 beats p er minute before star ting his n ext. As the athlete's ability to recover between intervals improves, he will receive less time to recover thus producing an overload. Th e recovery heart rate may b e chan ged to produce an overload. We can increase the recovery heart rate to 145 to reduce the rest time and increase the intensity of the interval conditioning session. Th e number of repetitions and sets of each exercise are also altered from session to session and from week to week to produce an overload and to add variety to the program (see Table 3).

Routine specific interval conditioning is used to improve the athletes' ability to perform at high intensity levels over an extended period of time. The exercises are low in difficulty so that the athletes can push their physical limits with little chance of injury. Routine specific interval conditionin g is performed one to two times p er week depending on the training phase.

Training Principles There are three basic principles used to d evelop this strength and conditioning program, the overload principle, the principle of progression, and the principle of variety.

Gymnastics Specific Strength

In order to increase strength, the athletes perform the gymnastics specific strength exercises to muscular failure during every set.

The overload principle states in order to A spotter is used to en sure the safety of the increase muscular strength or endurance a athlete and to assist when muscular failure muscle must be stressed with a workload occurs. Once the athlete can perform 3 to 5 that exceeds its normal magnitude. repetitions on his own, weight may be added to his midsection to The principle of progression states that muscles must be over- further overload his muscles. Other ways to increase the difficulty loaded with a workload that is increased steadily and systemati- of the exercises and add variety to the training are: slow repetitions cally throughout the program in order to increase strength or (negatives), reduce rest time between sets, changing the mode of muscular endurance. the exercise (performing h ands tand dips on the rings instead of the parallel bars), and so on. The number of sets of gymnastics specific strength change depending on the training phase. As a rule one to Table 2 three sets are performed two times per week and one set is completed Three day Program for Specific Strength two times per week (see Table 4).

Day 1

Day2

Day3

1. V roll-ups

Body tighteners

Ho llow log ro lls

2. Front p lanche with partner (press out)

Front planche using sled

Front planche w ith partner (holds)

3. Rear planche with partner (PS)

Front uprise (PS)

Rear planche on sled

4. Handstand dips

Hollow back

Swing handstand on rings

5. Back lever pull-up

Body lifts backward, frontward

Handstand ho lds

6. Front lever pull-ups

Body lifts backward, frontward

Cross (negatives)

7. Cross pUll-outs

Cross holds

Inverted cross press- out

8. Inverted c ross hold

Inverted cross (negatives)

Kips on rings

9. Compulsory ring sequence

Optional ring sequence

Leg press (single leg)

10. Ankle extensions

Squat box jumps

4-way hip mac hine

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Putting It All Together The training d ay is divided into two sessions. The skill training takes place in the afternoon at 3:00 p.m. The stren gth and conditioning takes place in the morning a t 7:30 a. m. Splitting the day into two sessions enables the a thletes to p erform more work without compromising the quality of the work.

If skill training sess ions and strength and conditioning sessions were combined, the component that was completed first would

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receive the most effort and the component that was completed last would be compromised. Morning strength and conditioning enables the athletes' muscles adequate time to replenish themselves before skill training in the afternoon .

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3,4,5- FF, FF, layouts 25, 30, 35 - V roll-ups 20, 25, 30s. - Foam jumps

The training year is divided into five week sections (macrocycles). These five week sections have specific objectives. Within the five week time period, the last week is called a tuning week. A tuning week is a period of time w hen the number of sets and the number of training sessions are reduced so that the athletes can regenerate from the p ast four weeks of progressive overload. It is also a time to reflect on the past four weeks of training and make changes for the future four weeks of training. The following (Table 5) is an example of a specific preparation period-l and a specific preparation period-2 where the conditioning is routine specific interval conditioning and the strength is gymnastics specific strength, Notice there is a slow increase in the number of sets of both the strength and the conditioning portions of the program (bold) .

focus on specific strength and routine specific interval conditioning required to learn skills and perform routines. The strength component in the specific preparation phase begins with a slow and m ethodical build up to three sets of the strength exercises prior to the pre-competitive phase. The conditioning component in the specific preparation phase is initially built up to four intervals of the conditioning exercises, then held constant throughout the remainder of the phase.

During the pre-competitive phase, the main focus is to maximize strength and optimizing routine specific interval conditioning to prepare the athletes to perform routines. The strength component changes from three sets of the strength exercises to two sets, The intensity of the strength sessions is increased by adding weight to the athlete, increasing hold time, reducing rest time, etc. The specific interval conditioning component is increased in both number of intervals completed per session and the repetitions completed within each interval until the beginning of the competitive phase.

Table 5 Example of Specific Training Periods Specific Preparation Period-l Type of Training

Monday

Tuesday

Thursday

Friday

1 set

1 set 3 sets

1 set

1 set 3 sets

2 sets

1 set 3 sets

1 set

1 set 3 sets

2 sets

1 set 4 sets

1 set

1 set 3 sets

2 sets

1 set 4 sets

2 sets

1 set 3 sets

Monday

Tuesday

Thursday

Friday

2 set

1 set 4 sets

2 sets

1 set 3 sets

2 sets

1 set 4 sets

2 sets

1 set 4 sets

3 sets

1 set 4 sets

2 sets

1 set 4 sets

3 sets

1 set 4 sets

3 sets

1 set 4 sets

Week 1

Strength Conditioning Week 2

Strength Conditioning

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Week 3

Table 4 Example of Increases in Difficulty and Sets Increase difficulty Add weight Slow repetition (negatives) Reduce rest time

Strength Conditioning

Increase sets

Week 4

One set of the exercises

Strength Conditioning

Two sets of the exercises Three sets of the exercises

Specific Preparation Period-2 Type of Training

Change mode of exercise

Week 1

Strength Conditioning

Phases of Strength and Conditioning During the general preparation phase the main emphasis is on d eveloping general physical requirement's. The strength sessions are split between specific strength exercises designed to enhance specific skills and non-specific strength exercises designed to strengthen the whole body. The specific sessions consist of exercises such as planche, crosses, and handstand push-ups. The general exercises consist of exercises using weight training machines and free weights (leg press, lat pull down, DB row, and ankle extensions). The conditioning portion is split between routine specific interval conditioning exercises (vault runs, horse circles, parallel bar front uprises, and floor passes) and aerobic conditioning exercises using bikes, stair climbers, and upper body ergo meters.

Week 2

Strength Conditioning Week 3

Strength Conditioning Week 4

Strength Conditioning

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Week 5

Strength Conditioning

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During the competitive phase, the emphasis shifts from increasing the physical abilities to maintaining physical abilities.

The sets of the strength sessions are reduced to one and the intensity is maintained by continuing to add weight while the conditioning sessions are terminated as the athletes begin full routines. The only exception to this rule is if there is a time when competitions are more than three weeks apart. If this is the case a macro-cycle of increased volume followed by a taper is added.

time to produce a positive physical response. An overtrained state will leave the athletes fatigued during skill training and restrict them from completing the numerous repeti tions necessary to learn skills. An optimal trained state will improve physical abilities and increase the quality and quantity of skills performed during skill training. Therefore, it is the job of the coach to determine the physical abilities of the athletes and provide them with the right amount of training stimulus to put them at an optimal trained state. In order to produce an optimal trained state, the training plan must be constantly adjusted to account for the athletes' rate of adaptation. The program described in this article is designed to give the coach the ability to make changes to match the athletes' fitness levels.

During the peak performance phase, the number of sets within the strength component is reduced and the intensity is maintained. Two weeks before the week of the main competition the strength sessions are reduced to two times per week. Then one week before the week of the main competition the number of exercises is reduced to very specific skill-related exercises to be used in competition. The only exception to this rule is if there is more than two weeks before the week of the main competition.

When this is the case, a macro-cycle of increased sets is added followed by a taper (as described above).

During the transition phase, the main focus is on rehabilitating injuries and regeneration. Aerobic conditioning exercises are used to maintain the athletes' fitness level and nonspecific strength is emphasized.

Routine Specific Interval Conditioning Exercises (using gymnastics equipment) 1, Circles 2, Vault runs

3. FF, FF, layout 4. Fro nt uprise 5. V roll-ups

6. Foam jumps

Table 6

Training Phase Implementation Order

John Roethlisberger's Training Plan for the 1995 U.s. Championships began April 14, 1995. We began with five to six weeks of Specific Preparation (build up sets) then progressed to five to six weeks of pre-competitive preparation (reduced sets, increased intensity). We then began a two to three week Competitive phase, then finished wi th a three week Peak Performance Phase.

Table 6 shows the order in w hich these phases can be implemented and the amount of weeks necessary to complete each phase.

Conclusion It has been our goal at the

Name of Phase

Duration

Transition Phase

3-5 weeks

Order of Possible Completion · After main competition (major peak) · Before General Preparation Phase

General Preparation Phase

5-10 weeks

Specific Preparation Phase

5-10 w eeks

· After Transition Phase · Before Specific Preparation Phase · After General Preparation Phase • After Competitive Phase · After Peak Performance Phase · Before Competitive Phase

Pre-competitive Phase

5-10 weeks

· After Specific Preparation Phase · After Competitive Phase · After Peak Performance Phase · Before Competitive Phase

Competitive Phase

2-12 weeks

· After Pre-competitive Phase · After Peak Performance Phase · Before Peak Performance Phase

Peak Performance Phase

3 weeks

· After Competitive Phase Before Transition Phase

University of Minnesota to provide a program that is balanced, with enough training stimulus and regeneration

Before Specific Preparation Phase Before Pre-competitive Phase

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their strengths and hiding their weaknesses.

BUILDING A CHAMPIONSH 11:1 CHEEl{LEADING PERFORMANCE

__________________________ Karen Bucaro, M.S.

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heerleading competi tion falls somew here between the most stressful and the most rewarding time during the cheerleading season. It is s tressful because effective cheer coaches must be good teachers, skilled motivators, innovative strategists, and provid e high-performance feedback. It is rewarding when the focus is placed on enjoying the experience of competition rather than satisfaction with the outcome. Too often competition means a comparison with others or an idealized self which leads to falling short of first place or developing a diminished sense of self-worth. Your role as the cheer coach is to use competition in a healthy manner to help spirit enthusiasts realize their potential in spite of the results. In this respect, stress works to energize cheerleaders to practice more intensely about the upcoming competition.

Maintaining this healthy attitude during competition time can challenge even the highly motivated coach. So here's a path to championship glory that offers assistance during your competition season.

Competition Preparation Deciding where to compete: Who is the hosting organization (UCA, NCA, NCCC, etc.)?

Qualification and cost: How does a squad qualify, how much will the competition cost (travel, entry fee, lodging,

uniform extras, etc.) and how will your squad raise the funds?

Safety rules: What are the rules for the competition (i.e. mall, state, local, andl or nationals)? Consider the following: squad size limit (usually 20 maximum) different divisions (all-star, all-girl, coed, small varsity, large varsity, etc.) time limit (usually 2 1/2minutes overall including cheers and music) legal and illegal stunts, spotters requirements Score sheet and judging criteria: Get a cop y of the score sheet from the hosting organization.

Once you understand what the judges are looking for and how much each cheerleading category is worth, you can improve areas with the majority of points and lor weak ca tegories for your squad. An important aspect for improving next year's performance is to find ou t if your score sheets can be returned to you.

Practice schedules: Secure a commitment from all squad members to dedicate the time necessary to develop a competitive performance.

Creating your Competition Routine Highlight strengths: Respect the ability level of yo ur squad by highlighting

Start early: Start as early as possible to develop the required content of the routine: length of the routine, music allotment, cheers, difficulty points awarded for partner stunts, pyramids, tumbling skills, jumps, dance, etc.

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Music selection: The music you choose will have a great impact on the success of your routine. Challenge yourself to find a piece that will be appealing to the audience. Find an original, unique song with a good beat that everyone likes . A void popular radio songs, songs about a year old and songs that have to grow on you.

Find a music store that allows you to listen to your selections before you buy.

Hire a professional music editor, use the school audiovisual department, or splice the music yourself.

Powerful endings score points with the judges and the audience. Fading the music to signal the end of your routine suggests a weak finish. Pick a definite ending.

Make several backups of your music-at least five is a good idea.

Choreography: Group choreography is always better than a solo job. After the music is chosen have each squad member listen to the music often to familiarize themselves with it.

Assign different squad members to various parts of the routine (have some write out formations and transitions, others select cheers and sideline chants, and others dance moves, partners stunts, tumbling, jumps, pyramids, etc.).

A great routine is created through a time-consuming revision process. Re-choreograph or simplify steps that are too difficult. Be honest with yourself and the squad. Admit when movements are weak and don't be afraid to eliminate steps or sections of a rou tine. Your squad will want the best routine and will be willing to make the necessary sacrifices.

Additional ideas to consider for spicing up the required elements include transitions into dance and cheer formations, level changes, pick-up parts, gimmicks (be original), sharp arm motions, and clean body and leg movements.

High Performance Feedback Hire professionals-choreographers like UCA or NCA instructors have remarkable abilities to detect subtle errors in movement that can add a sense of confidence to your squad's performance.

Practice in front of large mirrors or picture windows.

Videotape the routine and then review the content.

Accessories As the cheer coach, take time to explain in detail how performance uniforms are to be worn, cleaned, and pressed. Typical uniforms include: shells or sweaters (shells are cooler for inside performances) , body suits, turtlenecks, briefs, clean shoes, white socks, acceptable hair ornaments, etc.

H a cheer calls for the use of signs or props, assign a squad member(s) to handle the transportation of these items. Assign another squad member to check on that individual to ensure these items are brought on competition day.

Ensuring a positive performance outcome goes further than the standing your squad receives from the judges on the day of competition.

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Invi te the parents to a special pre-competition screening.

This prepares the squad to perform in front of an audience, allows the parents to see their child in action and videotape a complete performance without outside distractions.

ents a few weeks before the comp e tition. Include a judging sheet, travel schedules, specific performance times, directions to the contest site, parking information, admission fees, area restaurants, other teams to watch for, etc.

Performance Readiness

Perform all of your competitionroutine as often as possible.

Try it out at half-time shows, pep rallies and community

Distribute a competition information sheet to all squad members as well as their par-

events. This is a good time to practice entrances, spacing, transitions, endings and exits.

Videotape, critique, and study each performance to improve trouble spots.

Have several dress rehearsals prior to the competition.

Schedule them early enough to provide enough time to practice entrances, spacing, transitions, endings, and exits.

POSITIONS AVAILABLE-USA GYMNASTICS

RHYTHMIC RUt

The two senior level positions are available immediately:

ES AND POLICIES CORRECTIONS . . the 1995-96 Rhyth-

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The principle staff person responsible for achieving USAG's long term and annual goals to increase membership and to improve member services which will enable USA Gymnastics to meet its mission of encouraging participation and the pursuit of excellence in all aspects of gymnastics .

Five to ten years of membership marketing experience is preferred, with a demonstrated ability to develop innovative member service programs, recruitment and retention programs, creative member benefits packages, and a comprehensive member data information system.

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Club Member Development and Services Manager A newly created position, reporting to the Director of Member Development and Services, providing direct services to USA Gymnastics Club programs of all types through service programs,. information resources, and membership marketing programs. The Manager will serve as a liaison to and provide support of local club programs nationwide, facilitating communication between club members and USAG.

Qualified applicants should send a resume, letter of interest, and a list of three references by December 15, 1995 to: Kathy Scanlan President, USA Gymnastics 201 s. Capitol J\.venue, Suite 300 Indianapolis, Indian a 46225 AAjEEO

Ensuring a positive perform ance outcome goes further than the standing your squad receives from the judges on the day of competition. If your cheerleaders are confident w ith their abilities, give maximum effort, and have fun with the competition process, whming will take care of itself and you have done your job effectively.

. correctiOnS in e the follow1ng Please rnak . . . R lIes and poltoes: HHe t

Director of Member Development and Services

Candidates must have fi ve to seven years of successful leadership experience in a gymnastics club, strong contacts, effective oral and written communication skills, and strong interpersonal skills.

Final Thoughts

漏1995 Lisa Shuck

FUNDAMENTALS UNDERTAKEN USING NEWTON'S LAWS OF PHYSICS 1. All bodies remain at rest or in uniform motion unless acted

upon by external forces. e.g. The students will remain a t a basic level unless they are praised, programrned for, and encouraged by you.

2. The rate of change of momentum of a body is proportional to the force applied .

You have the power to motivate, challenge and change children's attitudes and direction in life.

3. For every action there is an equal and opposite reaction.

When you are enthusiastic and ready to teach the students will be enthusiastic and ready to learn!!

October/November 1995

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Announcements

MEN'S COACHES WORKSHOP . The 1995 USAG Men's Coaches Workshop will be held December 7-10 at the US. Olympic Training Center in Colorado Springs.

Again it will be h eld in conjunction with the Junior National Team Camp (December 3-10).

Tentative topics

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1997-2000 Code - interpretation as well as coaching trend s and directions Evaluation of the '95 World Championships Training theory Strength development Kinetic feedback - project report Nutrition Looking toward the 1996-2000 comp etitive and team programs International protocol for coaches Technical lectures on all events

Tentative Schedule 12/ 7 (Th) 12/8-9

12/ 10 (Sun)

Arrive and check-in; First session Morning session Afternoon session Evening session Morning session Departures

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Further information There is no cost for the clinic itself, however there is a fee of $30 for s taying on the OTC campus - including room and board.

Therefore, the total cost for the Worksh op is $90.

If you would like to attend, contact Dennis McIntyre immediately to obtain the proper forms. Registrations will be accepted after November 6, but no USOTC housing will be available after that date.

Dennis McInhjre, USAG Men 's Program Manager Pan American Plaza, Suite 300 201 S. Capitol Ave. Indianapolis, IN 46225 Tel: 317- 237- 5050; Fax: 317-237-5069 Delphi: USGF; Internet: USGF@delphi . com

CORRECTION In the July issue of Teclmique, the ar ticle entitled "Feige to Front Uprise: A Biomechanical Analysis" lists the incorrect university for author William L. Cornelius. The correct university should read "Texas Woman's University."

VARINA FRENCH RECOVERY FUND It h as beena year since Varina was very critically injured in aca r accident caused by an uninsured drunk driver. After spending three months in a coma and several m onths in rehabilitation hospitals, she has returned home. She continues her rehabilitation through physical and speech therapy and is making steady progress.

The California Uninsured Motorist Insurance Fund has expired and Varina is in desperate need of your financial h elp . Please help by sending a contribution to the Varin a French Recovery Fund .

This contribution can be made through March 1, 1996.

Please make your ch eck payable to : Varina French Recovery Fund and send to Delene Darst, 4842 Miller Farm s Ct., Duluth, GA 30136.

Thank you for your contribution!

NOTICE TO MEMBERSHIP The following Membership Statement has been adapted by the Board of Directors of USA Gymnas tics:

Membership in USA Gymnastics is a privilege gran ted by USAG. That privilege can be withdrawn by USAG at any time where a member's conduct is determined to be inconsistent with the bes t interest of the sport ofgymnastics and of the athletes we are servicing.

The following former professional members have had their m embership with USA Gymnastics terminated or will not be allowed to renew their membership : Charles Theodore Bates MN Vince Brown SC Larry Dutch ME William Alexander Etheridge TN Rick Feu erstein CA Joseph Fountain MD Roy Larry Gallagher PA Robert Allen Garner (Bob) TN Ricardo "Chico" Goddard NY Robert Dean Head KY John S. Moore WV William Munsinger MN William M. Parmenter FL JolmH. Row DE Steve Shirley MO Blake Steven Starr UT Mark Swift FL Freddie Eugene Tafo ya, Jr. CA Brent Trottier WA Steve Waples TX Fran k Hohman, Jr. PA

USOC VIDEO: REMOVING INJURY VICTIMS FROM GYMNASTICS PITS Bob Beeten at the United States OlympiC Committee (USOC) Sport Medicine Division reports they have recently completed a new video titled Pit Extraction.

This is video details a recommend p roced ure for extracting an injured victim from a gymnastics training pit. Th e cost of the video is $5.

If you are interested in ordering this excellent video, please contact:

Helen Baker (719) 578-4546 or write, USOC Sports Medicine Division One OlympiC Plaza Colorad o Sprin gs, CO 8090

October/November 1995 TECHNIQUE

1996 Winter Cup (M)

For the 1996 Winter Cup, any gymnast who has scored at least 104.00 cl 0 in a regional qualifying or national meet in this quadrennium is invited to compete. At the Winter Cup, after compulsories, only the top 36 will compete optionals. For any top gymnasts who haven' t achieved the required score in a cl 0 competition, petitions will be considered. Deadline for receipt of the entry form in the USAG office is no later than January 5,1996.

1996 WINTER CUP COMPETITIVE ENTRY FORM Please print or type - Athletes en tering the C & 0 Division must have scored a 104.00 all around in a USAG National Qualification or Championship Competition and tum in this form by January 5, 1996.

Even t: Winter Cup Challenge

Date: February 2-3, 1996

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State: _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ __

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Parent's Name: _ ________ ______ __________________________________ Parent's Address: ____ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ _ _ __ _ _ _ _ __ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ _ _ __ City: _ _ __ __ _ __ __ State: _ _ __ _ _ _ ____ Zip: _ _ __ _ _ __ __ Home Phone: (__ ) __ - _ __ Business Phone: (__) __ - _ _ Gymnastics Affiliation (dub

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Program Name: _ _ _ __ _ __ _ _ _ _ _ __ _ _ _ _ _ _ Phone: (__) __ - _ __ Coach Name:

Phone: (__) _ _ - _ _

Club Address: _ _ _ __ _ __ _ _ _ _ __ _ __ _ _ _ _ __ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ _ _ _ _ __ City: _ _ _ __ _ __ __

State: _ _ _ _ _ _ __ _ __

Namse of Coaches Attending This Competition

Pro #

Zip:

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If you are not a current USAG National Team member, list the International, Regional, State or Conference titles you hold, year won,

and other achievements in gymnastics.

Please read the following carefully before signing: In consideration for the permission to participate in this competition, I agree to be bound by each of the following paragraphs.

1. WAIVER AND RELEASE I agree that USA Gymnastics and the sfonsor of this event, along w ith the employees, agents, officers and directors of both organizations (hereinafter referred to as "USAG" and "Sponsor" shall not be liable for any injuries, damages, or losses sustained by me w hich are in anyway related to my participation in this competition and which may be attributable to the negligence ofUSAG or the Sponsor. I am fully aware of the risks, including the potential for personal injuries, damages and losses, associated with partiCipation in a gymnastics competition; and I assume all risks and accept fu ll responSibility for any injuries, damages, losses which I may incur in connec tion w ith my decision to exercise my permission to participate in this competition. I agree for myself, my estate, my executor, my heirs, and my assigns (a) not to file any suit or initiate any claim procedure against USAG or Sponsor in connection w ith any injuries, damages, or losses arising directly or indirec tly out of my participation in this competition and (b) to fully and forever release and discharge USAG and Sponsor from any and all claims, demands, damages, rights of action, or cau ses of action in any way connected w ith this competition.

2. READINESS TO COMPETE I am both physically and psychologically prepared to participate in this competition. I have been instructed by my coaches in the proper method to perform each of the exercises I will attempt in this competition;l have practi cea those exercises; and I have perfo rmed those exercises in the past without suffering injury.

3. ELIGIBILITY I have read the Eligibility Code of USA Gymnastics and, to the best of my know ledge, I am an amateur gymnast as d efined by that code.

During this competition I will not knowingly violate any provision of the Eligibility Code. To the ex tent I remain eligible to compete in H igh School and college gymnastics, I represent that I have cleared m y participation in this competition with the appropriate high school or collegiate athletic association.

Signature of Athlete: Date: _ _ / _ _ /___ ..... ..... ......

If the athlete is under the age of 21: As the legal parent and/ or guardian for , I do hereby verify that I fully understand and accept each of the above three (3) conditions for permitting my child to participate in this event.

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1995 Congress

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GYMNASTICS CONGRESS

CEREMONY OF HONORS

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he 1995 Congress was held in New Orleans at the Hilton Riverside and Towers August 17-19 in conjunction with the Coca-Cola National Gymnastics Championships held at the New Orleans Superdome. This combination, along with the City of New Orleans as a great tourist site, attracted record breaking attendance at the 1995 Congress.

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ach year USA Gymnastics recognizes and honors outstanding individuals and contributors to the sport of gymnastics during the annual Congress. This year's, Mike Milidonis served as the Master of Ceremonies for the 1995 Ceremony of Honors, held at the New Orleans Hilton and Towers in New Orleans, Louisiana on August 19. Below is a listing of award recipients.

Over the three day period, Congress provided over 100 presentations in topic areas including alternative programming, business, men's technical and judging, preschool/ developmental, rhythmic technical and judging, sport science, USA Gymnastics, as well as women's technical and judging sessions.

In addition to the regular Congress sessions, special" add-ons" included USAG Safety Certification, PDP I and II, ASEP Coaching Principles course, and other certification and testing opportunities. Congress marked the inauguration of the new USAG PDP I Kinder Accreditation for Teachers (KAT) program. The KAT Pilot Workshop received an enthusiastic response from the 76 participants.

Once again, the Congress Exhibition Hall proved to be a popular gathering place between sessions. The United States Gymnastics Suppliers Association (USGSA) reports 70 gymnastics industry companies were represented this year. The wide range of gymnastics products and services certainly makes this the premier gymnastics show of the year.

The 1996 Congress will be conducted in conjunction with the 1996 U.s. Olympic Team Trials in Boston. Trials Competitions are June 25-30, and the 1996 Congress will be held June 28-30. Addons sessions will be conducted on June 27 and July 1. Tickets are currently available for the U.s. Olympic Team Trials-for order information call 617-443-4909.

Service/Star Awards Rhythmic Program: Lynn and Ron Sievers USAG Events: Pat Shane Men's Program: Bill Roetzheim Women's Program: Audrey Schweyer

1994-95 Club of the Year: Maverick Gymnastics (Billy Bob and Barbara Taylor)

Special Recognition USAG National Preschool Committee: Barbara Davis, Patti Komara, Jeff Lulla, and Sharon Scher

Hall of Fame Ron Barak, Steve Hug, Peter Kormann, Garland O'Quinn, and Marcia Federick Blanchette Salute to Erna Wachtel (deceased)

Athletes/Coaches of the Year Men's Athlete of the Year: John Roethlisberger Men's Coach of the Year: Peter Kormann Women's Athletes of the Year: Dominique Dawes, Shannon Miller, and Dominique Moceanu Women's Coach of the Year: Mary Lee Tracy Rhythmic Athlete of the Year: Jessica Davis Rhythmic Coach of the Year: Effrosina Anguelova

Sports persons of the Year Men: John Roethlisberger Women: Amanda Borden Rhythmic Individual: Tina Tharp Rhythmic Group: Nicole Sengstock

Spirit of the Flame Mark "Stormy" Eaton (deceased) Accepted by: Goeff and Jessica Eaton October/November 1995

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Top Flight

Vince Miller

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D.J. Bucher

Queen City Gymnastics

Keith Pettit

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TaUl'in Tan-Atichat

Top Flight

PaulOdze

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Lawton Hill

Tallahassee Gym Ctr

Kevin Standriff

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Nicholaus Searcy

Midwest Gymnastics

Joe Bowers

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77.16

Aaron Rakes

National Academy

Glenn Castle Dusty Ritter

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76.82

Josh Buis

Las Vegas Flyers

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74.62

Robbie Kirk

Carolina Gold GYl1mastics

Chris Sommer

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ROlUue Ferris

Oluo Gymnas tics Insititute

Ron Ferris

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Michael Godshall

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Shawn Mowry

Top Flight

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David Sender

Buffalo Grove GYl1mastics

Kelly Crumley

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Adam Gill

Oregon Gymnastics Acad

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Brian Clark

Mobile Gymnastics Assoc.

Paul Patrick

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70.99

Christopher Adam s

Buffalo Grove GYl1mastics

Kelly Crumley

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Devin Deer

Indy School of GYl1mastics

Gene Watson

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Michael Oxman

North Shore Academy

Mike Giles

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Wade Knox

South Texas Gymnas tics

Yuejin Sun

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Ray Hacker

Capitol Gymnastics

Stephen Scheinman

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69.30

Nick Pergande

Swiss Turners

Stacy Maloney

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Stevie Vuong

USA Gymnastics World

Clu'is Leech

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69.20

Jason Weber

Lancers

Arnold Kvetenad ze

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Lucas Cap pas

Pittsburgh North Stars

Nick Fabish

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Tyler Yamauchi

GymMasters

Kevin Mazeika

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Scott Flilm

Capitol Gymnastics

Stephen Scheinn1an

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67.72

Jesse Nevin

Courthouse Gymnastics

Kevin White

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Dustin Herman

Oregon Gymnastics Acad

Joel Velasquez

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Doug Wareham

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Vince Miller

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Sean McAllister

Aerials Gymnstics Acad emy

Eric Totman

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Alex Khoury

Apollo Gymnastics

David Bradley

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Matt Zuzik

Ohio Gymnastics Insititute

Ron Ferris

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Curtis O'Rorke

Bart Conner Gymnastics

Jarrod Hanks

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Matthew Doboski

Lancers

Arnold Kvetenadze

October/November 1995 TECHNIQUE

Olympic Development Program

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Justin Meyer

TAG Gymnastics

Larry Denham

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66.69

Mike Lindvall

Team Central

Danny Wood

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65.92

Bradley Jakacki

Set-l0 Gymnastics

Levan Sissaouri

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65.86

Bradford Troia

Top Flight

DeonJonutz

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65.72

Jason Wassung

Nebraska School of Gym.

Chuck Chmelka

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65.49

Wade Forman

Tallahasse Gym Ctr

Kevin Standriff

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65.49

Chris Kennedy

USA Gymnastics

Chris Moon

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Michael Proefrock

Oregon Gymnastics Acad

Joel Velasquez

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Ricky Pine

Oregon Gymnastics Acad

Joel Velasquez

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Greg Cvetanovich

Midwest Gymnastics

Joe Bowers

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Graham McFadden

World Class Gymnastics

Bob Piehler

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Keegan Rafferty

Swiss Turners

Stacy Maloney

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Matt Clark

Browns Gym. Metro

John Hallett

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Mike Horwitz

Midwest Academy

Kevin Chope

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64.02

Derek Langone

Penn Jersey Gymnastics

Carmine Giglio

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Mike Benoit

Dynamo

Steve Hoelmer

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Brandon Whitten

NHAAG's

Steve Randall

Club

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Heath Mueller

Bart Conner Gymnastics

Mark Williams

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Zach Roberts

Southern California Gym.

Steve Butcher

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Randy Monahan

BruLUler's Gymnastics

Jack Brunner

Gymnast

Level 4: 12 - 13 1.

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Sterling Richards

USA Gymnastics World

Chris Leech / John Curtin

5.

Tyler Marlatt

Cascade Elite Gynmastics

Mark Russo

6.

Justin Leavitt

Las Vegas Flyers

Dusty Ritter

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Peter Shostchuk

Gymnastrum

Joe Stallone

8.

Isaiah Vest Top Flight Gymnastics

Greg Corsiglia

LevelS: 14 - 1S 1.

Aaron Floyd

Lancer's Gymnastics

Arnold Kvetenadze

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Daniel Furney

South Texas Gymnastics Academy

YuejinSun

3.

Brett McClure

Cascade Elite Gymnastics

Wayne Kerr

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Jason Gatson

Arizona Flyers

Mike Naddour

5.

Steve VanEtten

Gymnastics Pacifica

Mickey Smith

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David Eskildsen

Splitz Gymnastics

Ted Woltz

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Stephen Smith

Top Flight Gymnastics

Vince Miller

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Kris Zimmerman

Buffalo Grove GYl1mastics

Kelly Crumley

Vince Miller

Level 6: 16 - 18 1.

Freddie Umali

Top Flight Gymnastics

2.

Sean Contreras

Nebraska School of Gymnastics

Chuck Chmelka

3.

Ryan Waggener

Citadel GYl1mastics

Rusty Schillinger

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Jay Nardelli

Capitol Gymnastics

Carlos Vazquez

5.

Anthony Petrocelli

International Gymnastics School

Constantine Petrescu

6.

Adam Benas

World Class Gymnastics Academy

Bob Piehler

7.

Sean Townsend

GymMasters

Kevin Mazieka / Ron Harper

8.

Todd Guilbeau

Houston GymnasticS Club

Tim Erwin

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Sergio Luna

Cascade Elite Gymnastics

Mark Russo

October/November 1995 TECHNIQUE

Women's Program

1995 TOPs TESTING Gary Warren National TOPs Coordinator Twelve h undred an d twenty-six athletes ages ra n ging from six to eleven years old were evaluated at the Regional level during the 1995 TOPs season . The following is the 1995 National TOPs 6-8 year old team selected based upon regional results.

These athletes have qualified a coach from their club to attend the National TOPs Training Camp in Tulsa, Okla., December 6-10, 1995.

6-8 YEAR OLD TEAM Name

City/State

Natalie Allen Anna Ball Dora-Ann Bauman Chelsea Berrios Jordan Brewer Meagan Browning Julie Burkett Sami Ann Byer Elizabeth Cook Holly Cote Elizabeth Coulter Julie Crall • Allison Dama Kelly Day

Georgetown, IN Gaithersburg, MD Cheshire, G Old Bridge, NJ Durham, NC Deer Park, TX Evansville, IN Holt, MI Los Angeles, CA Naugatuck, Go. New Albany, IN Cincinnati, OH Lonsing, MI BroadviewHeights, OH

Valerie Devore Danielle Dienhart Amanda Drees Brittany Eisenman Sarah Foehl Virginia Fox Alyxandra Fritz Lauren·Ashley Garon .Shayla Garcia Emily Goering Jennifer Greenspan India Greer Alyissa Hasan Heather Hite Kim Klafezynski Carrie Knepp Kelsey Kowalski Mary Beth Liddle Lauren Louis Krista Martin Bethany Martin Cassidy McComb Amy McLaren Molly McNutt Chellsie Memmel * Ashley Miller Kasey Miller ' Adrienne Mills Heather Nielsen Kathryn Noesen Heidi Pasch Leann Pietruszka Paige Procter ' Morgan Ricke

Sellersburg, IN Ena Beach, HI West Fargo, NO Sussex, WI Gahanna, OH Hottiesburg, MS Sparks, NV Dobbs Ferry, NY Chandler, AZ Salem, IN Somerville, NJ Tucson, AZ Williomsville, NY Parkersburg, WV Strongsville, OH Las Vegas, NV Glen Ellyn, IL Southington, OH Keyport, NJ Sellersburg, IN Parkersburg, WV Henderson, NV Athens, OH Birmingham, AL West Allis, WI Scottsdale, AZ Landenberg, PA Prospect, KY Hungington, NY Iowa City, IA Dublin, CA Strongsville, OH Detroit, MI New Albany, IN

Jacksonville, Fl Amherst, NY New Albany, IN Dallas, OR Henderson, NV Sussex, WI Metuchen, NJ Virginia Beach, VA Waterford, MI Holmdel, NJ Wildomar, CA Lexington, OH

Emily Riddle Melissa Roemmele Chelsea Rogers Cassandra Rowell Hilary Soskin Mario Scaffidi Staci Ann Shalkowski Jessica Shields Caitlin Sobczak Kaitlin Stafford Jessica Stevenson Kaitlyn Van Dorn

Denoi Vogel * Tucson, AZ Ashley Worzon Sussex, WI Lauren Watts Neshanic, NJ Zachary, LA Erin Wax Washington, DC Lina Weber Bel Air, MD Holly Weber Rachel Welniok • La Plata, MD Lindsay Willner Holbrook, NY Grefeld, PA Linzi Wotring Crystal Lee Ying Hazlet, NJ * denotes second year on team ** denotes third year on team

NA TlONAL AVERAGES FOR 6·8 YEAR OLD TOPS ATHLETES 6 yr

Standing Height (in) Sitting Height (in) Shoulder Flexibility (in) Right Leg Splits (in) Left Leg Splits (in) Leg Lilts (reps) Pullups (repsI Pushups (reps) 20 Meter Dash (sec) Medicine 8011 Forward (in) Medicine 8011 Backward (in) 3 Bounding Jumps (total in) Hollow Hold (sec-max 60)

42.65 23.09 8.64 4.61 3.90 9.14 4.77 13.36 4.05 68.66 56.91 141.84 48.09

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46.33 25.36 11.20 5.36 4.44 10.88 6.39 21.22 3.97 84.41 78.12 171.07 51.74

4B.65 26.27 13.19 7.18 6.37 12.80 7.63 27.27 3.83 100.09 99.77 186.40 53.18

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USA Gymnastics Mixed Trios

Campbell announced that rhythmic athletes w ill be added to the format of the previously named International Mixed Pairs Competition held March 3, 1996. Jacksonville is interested in hosting a one-week training camp fo r the participating athletes and coaches foll owing the competition .

Members present: And rea Schmid Shapiro FIG Representative Candace Feinberg VP Rhythm ic Gymnas tics Lana Lashoff Coaches Representative Jan Exner Coaches Representative Judges Representative Maureen Broderick Rhythmic Program Director Nora Campbell Absent: Karyn Lyon Glover, Athletes Representative

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Diane Simpson petition

Recommendation that the petition from Diane Simpson requesting permission to enter the Rhythmic Challenge be accepted, following the policy that if she places in the top three in the Senior Division she will be added to the National Team.

Motion - Candace Feinberg Second - Jan Exner Passed - 5-0

August 19, 1995 New Orleans

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National Group Team Coach

Campbell announced that Rossitza Todorova has been hired as the National Group Team coach effective Augu st 28, 1995.

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Four Year Plan - National Championships

In the best interes ts of the athletes and the national rhythmic program the committee unanimou sly agreed that the Nation al Ch ampionships should continue to be held in June throughout the next quadrennium.

1996 level 9-10 Competition Rules

Rhythmic Challenge - February 17-18 Seniors: Competition III rules Juniors: Junior rules + 2 B's East/West Open Qualifying- May 4- 5 (Macon, GA), May 11- 12 (Seattle, WA) Seniors: Competition I rules Juniors: Junior rules National Championships- May 31-June 2 (site TBD) Day 1 Seniors - Competition I rules, Juniors - Junior rules Day 2 Seniors - Competition III rules, Juniors - Junior rules + 2 B's Day 3 Seniors - Competition III rules, Juniors - Junior rules + 2 B's

VII.

FIG Continental Judging Course

A decision was m ade to submit a bid to the FIG to host a 9th cycle Continental judging course if appropriate according to budge t constraints. Decisions regarding procedures for determining inv itations to the course for USA judges w ill be determined at a future date.

VIII. Rhythmic Mentor Coach Program Approval was given to institu te a rhytlunic coach mentor program following a successful pilot program between Catherine Yakhimovich and Sandra H arrison . Campbell w ill design the procedures and format.

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Women's Program

1997-2001 JR. OLYMPIC COMPULSORY PROGRAM

Level 4 Bars 1. MOUNT: Choice of either a pullover, glide kip, or glide single leg kip to rear leg cut.

2. Front hip circle 3. Single leg squat through 4. Forward stride circle 5. 1/ 2(180 degrees) turn to front support 6. Cast 7. Back hip circle 8. Underswing dismount

Beam Connie Maloney

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he following Level 1-4 elements have been finalized for inclusion in the new J. O. Compulsory Program to be introduced in the late Spring of 1997. This information is being printed now in order that coaches may anticipate the requirements that will be in effect August 1, 1997. The Level 5-6 exercises and Level 7 requirements will be reviewed at the December 1-3, 1995 J.O. Program Committee meeting. The proposed elements have 路been introduced at National Congress as well as many of the Regional Congresses . If yo u have any concerns regarding the proposed Level 5-7 program or regarding the elements, please contact your Regional Jr. Olympic Program Chairman IN WRITING prior to the December meeting.

1997 - 2001 Levell - 4 Elements Vault Level 1 Vault 1. 60 foot run 2. Hurdle 3. Straight jump 4. Squat vault onto mat stack Level 2 Vault Jumps are to be performed onto a 4 inch landing mat.

1. Straight jump 2. Squat on, jump off

3. Pike on, jump off 4. Forward roll onto mat stack Level 3 Vault 1. Squat vault 2. Handstand block 3. Jump to h a nds tand onto raised mat surface (waist height) 4. Front handspring from a raised surface Level 4 Vault Choice of Squat va ult or Handspring vault

Bars Levell Bars 1. Mount: Back pullover 2. Cast 3. Back hip circle 4. Cast, push away Level 2 Bars 1. Mount: Back pullover 2. Cast 3. Back hip circle 4. Cast, straddle on 5. Straddle sole circle dismount Level 3 Bars 1. Mount: Back pullover 2. Cast 3. Back hip circle 4. Single leg cut 5. Forward stride circle 6. 1/2(180 degree) turn to front support 7. Cast to squat on 8. Pike sole circle dismount

Levell Beam 1. Mount: Jump to front support 2. V-Sit 3. Backward shoulder roll 4. Knee scale to stand 5. Walks forward, sideward, backward, 180 degree pivot turn 6. Forward waltz step 7. 180 degree pivo t turn 8. Arabesques - 30 degrees 9. Leg swings 10. Candlestick to roll up 11.Plie, releve 12.Straight jump 13.90 degrees turn to stretched jump dismount Level 2 Beam 1. Mount: Jump to front support 2. V-sit 3. Backward shoulder roll 4. Knee scale to stand 5. Walks forward, sideward, backward in releve, 180 degree pivot turn 6. Forward waltz step 7. 180 degree pivot turn 8. Arabesques - 45 d egrees 9. Leg swings in releve 10.Forward roll 11 .Two straight jumps 13.90 degree turn to tuck jump dismount Level 3 Beam 1. Mount: Jump to front support 2. V-Sit 3. Backward shoulder roll 4. Knee scale to stand

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TECHNIQUE

5. Passe walks forward, releve walks forward, sideward, backward, 180 d egree pivo t turn 6. Forward waltz step 7. 180 degree pivot turn 8. Arabesques - 45 d egrees 9. Leg sw ings forw ar d and backward 10.Lever 11.Squat turn 12.Split jump (45 degrees) 13. Cartwheel to side handstand dismount Level 4 Beam 1. Mount: Jump to front support 2. V-Sit, Whip to squat up 3. Contraction/ extension 4. Releve passe walks forward 6. Forward waltz step 7. 180 degree turn on one foot (forward passe) 8. Arabesque (45 degrees) to scale (horizontal or above) 9. Straight leg leap (90 degrees) 10.3/ 4Handstand 11 .Squat turn 12.Straightjump, split jump (45 degrees) 13. Cartwheel to side handstand 1/4turn dismount

Floor Exercise Level 1 Floor 1. Forward roll (tuck) 2. Cartwheel (L & R) 3. Backward roll (tuck) 4. Candlestick 5. Bridge, Candlestick 6. Headstand 7. Contraction-extension 8. Releve walks 9. Leg swings 10.Side chasse R, 180 degree turn, side chasse L 11. Slide step 12.90 degree turn, balance stand 13.Split jump - 45 degrees l4.Forward waltz step 15. Pose Level 2 Floor 1. Forward roll to straddle stand 2. Headstand to kneel, arch back

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3. Tucked forward roll 4. Cartwheel - 1/ 4turn in 5. Backward roll to pike stand 6. Candlestick 7. Bridge, kickover 8. Handstand 9. Contraction/ extension 10.Passe walks forward (not in releve) 11. Leg swings in releve 12.90 degree turn, grapevine step, hop 180 degree turn 13.Side chasse, step hop 180 degree turn, 14.Slide step 15.90 degree turn to passe balance stand 16.Split jump R, Split jump L 17.Forward waltz step 18.Pose Level 3 Floor 1. Handstand forward roll 2. Round-off 3. Backward roll - straight arms 4. Flic-flac rebound 5. Backbend (down & up) 6. Handstand hold 7. Contraction/Extension 8. Plie, passe walks 9. Leg swings with hop 10.180 degree turns on one foot (L & R) 11. Forward chasses 12. Backward waltz 13.90 degree pivot turn, slide step 14.90 degree turn, passe balance stand 15.Straightjump, straight jump, split jump (90 degrees) 16. Forward waltz step 17.Pose Level 4 Floor 1. Handstand forward roll (straight arms) 2. Round -off, flic-flac rebound 3. Back extension roll (arms bent or straight) 4. Front limber 5. Contraction/ extension 6. Straight leg leaps (R & L) 7. 360 degree turn 8. Backward waltz step

9. Chasses backward 10.Slide step 11.90 degree turn, two stretched jumps with 180 degree turn (R&L) 12. Forward waltz step 13.Pose

Flexibility There will be a Pre-Levell to test the children on flexibility before entering the Jr. Olympic Program. Levels 1- 4 will have greater expectations as to the degrees of flexibility in regards to the following: 1. Leg fle xibility a. Hamstrings: pike sit, feet against wall-touching wall or nose to knees b. Forward split (R & L) c. Straddle split 2. Shoulder flexibility: Prone lying-chin to floor, holding dowel with arms extended lift arms upward 3. Back flexibility: Push up to bridge

Strength There will be a Pre-Levell to test the children on strength before entering the Jr. Olympic Program. Levels 1-4 will have greater expectations as to the numbers or time in regards to the following: 1. Arm strength: Choice of 12 foot rope climb or pull-up type activity 2. Leg lifts 3. Hollow body holds 4. Push-ups 5. 60 foot run for time 6. Candlestick to straight jumps

1997-2001 LevelS Proposed Elements (These are tentati ve; there will be changes after the December 1995 meeting.)

Front hip circle Squat on Long hang pullover Cast to horizontal Back hip circle Underswing Counterswing to tap swing forward Dismount: Counterswing to tap swing forward with 1/ 2 turn - drop off to stand.

Beam Jump to front support, press to stag sit Backward swing turn Cross handstand 180 degree turn on one leg (forward passe) to dominant side Scale (above horizontal) Series of two straight leg leaps (90 degrees) Squat turn Cartwheel Two pivot turns (L & R) Straight jump, straight jump, split jump (90 degrees) Cartw heel to side handstand 1/ 4turn dismount Floor Assemble with 180 degree turn Back walkover Split Front handspring to two feet Choice of straddle jump or side split jump (90 degree) Backward extension roll (straight arms) Balances Dive forward roll 360 degree turn (forward passe) Two straight leg leaps (120 degrees) to forward chasse Round-off, flic-flac, flic-flac, rebound, stick, roll back to Candlestick

Proposed Level 6

Proposed Level S

Vault - Handspring

Vault - Handspring

Bars

Bars Straddle or pike glide kip

Straddle or pike glide kip Cast to 30 degrees

October/November 1995 TECHNIQUE

Clear hip circle to 30 degrees Glide kip Cast, squat on Long hang pullover Immediate back hip circle OR cast, back hip circle (not yet decided) Underswing Counterswing to tap swing forward Dismount: Counters wing to tap swing forward to tuck or stretched flyaway Beam Jump to front support, press to stag sit 180 degree turn on one leg (forward passe) to nondominant side Back walkover 360 degree turn on one leg Scale (45 degrees above horizontal) Series of two straight leg leaps (120 degrees) Squat turn Cartwheel to side handstand, 90 degree turn to step down Two pivot turns (L & R) Straight jump, split jump (120 degrees), split jump (120 degrees) Cross handstand, 1/ 4turn to side handstand, 1/4turn dismount Floor Aerial cartwheel Tour jete Back limber (This may be changed to straight arm back extension roll to handstand, pike down) Split Front handspring step-out, front handspring to two feet Choice of straddle jump or side split jump (120 degrees) to flic-flac step-out Balances Flyspring 360 degree turn (forward passe) Two straight leg leaps (180 degrees) to forward chasse

Women's Program

Round-off, Hic-Hac, back salta stretched, rebound, stick

Proposed Level 7 As of August 1,1997, Level 7 will be a required level designed to bridge the gap between compulsory and optional exercises.

There will be element requirements and/ or specific event requirements; however, these elements can be performed in any order and additional elements of "A" or " B" value may be added (addition of a "C" or higher element will VOID the exercise). A team may choreograph a "Level 7 Team exercise" or may choreograph exercises for each individ ual athlete.

There will no evaluation of "Composition" other than missing specific requirements.

Vault Choice of a) Handspring, b) 1/ 2twist on - repulsion off, or c) Handspring with 1/2twist off.

Al! have a 10.0 Start Value.

The gymnast may perform two vaults, either the same or different; best score will count.

Bars Special Requirements: Minimum of 8 elements One bar change Required Elements: Mount: Kip of any kind Cast to minimum of 60 degrees Circle element to a minimum of 60 degree (examples: clear hip, backward giant, toe circle, stalder circle) Dismount with a salta (A or B) Beam Required Elements: Minimum of 360 degreesturn on one foot

Large leap with 180 degree leg separation Acrobatic Series of two or more elements (Must b e NON-flight) One acro batic element w ith Hight Gymnastics Series of two or more elements (not to include the required large leap or 360 degree turn) Dismount: sal to or aerial element in combination with either an acrobatic or gymnastics element.

Floor Exercise Teams may have individual music for their athletes or may choose to have a "team " music selection(s) for all their athletes.

The exercises may be the same or different for each athlete.

USAG is also considering the production of two-three different styles of music for those clubs that are not able to secure individualized music.

JUDGES CERTIFICATION, INC. August 20 & 21, 1995 New Orleans, LA

The meeting was called to order by the President, Delene Darst at 1:40 PM August 20,1995.

ROLL CALL: The following members were present, Vice President, Policies & Procedures Sue Ammerman Renee Niccollai Vice President, Certification Coordinator Vice President, Examinations Cheryl Hamilton Betty Sroufe Vice President, Judges' Training Liaison members present were: NAWq Liaison Yvonne Hodge USAG Connie Maloney

Minutes of the February 20-211995 meeting were reviewed and approved as written.

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Required Elements:

Certification Coordinator's Report - Rene Niccollai A. The annual wri tten report representing testing from January 1, 1995

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Forward acrobatic series, with a minimum of two directly connected forward acrobatic elements, both with flight.)

Round-off, flic-flac , back salta stretched Large leap with 180 d egree leg separation 540 degree turn on one foot

Gymnastics series of a minimum of two elements (not to include the large leap or 540 degree turn)

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Mixed series, a minimum of two elements Handstand with 360 degree pirouette

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October/November 1995

through July 31, 1995 was not presented due to problems with the computer. It will be sent under separate cover as soon as available.

The following procedures are in effect for grading of exams and reporting results.

1. Certification Coordinator (Rene) must clear any unscheduled exams with Sue before processing them.

2. MOTION MADE AND PASSED thatTA'swill be chargeda$25 fee plus additional expenses if applicable for a Test Administration that did not follow proper scheduling procedures.

3. Any exams sent without the correct amount of money attached to the Financial report wi ll be held until the error is corrected.

Procedures for administrating such are: Certification Coordinator notifies Policies & Procedures.

Policies & Procedures notifies TA to send correct amount of money to the President.

President notifies Certification Coordinator to process the exam.

TA's who fail to send Sue Ammerman notification of a canceled exam could lose their T A status. This policy will be emphasized at the TA Workshop.

Active Status Coordinators 1. The mos t current list of Acti ve Sta tus Coordinators was presented to the Board.

2. A review of the Ac tive Status Coordinators Workshop that was given at the Judges' Cup was presented by Betty Sroufe 3. Feedback from the conununity on the policy of sending Active Status cards w ith NAWGJ m embership renewal forms is favorable. We will continue this policy.

Level 10 Test Administrators 1. Region I needs a new Level 10 TA. 2. Certification Coordinator will contac t the Regional Judging Director (Janet Packwood) for recommendations on persons who might be interested in carrying out this responsibility.

3. An additional Level 10 TA was appOinted for Region 8. That appointment was the RJD, Evelyn Chandler.

All TA' s please note: 1. Study materials for the Optional Certification Exam include: FIG Code of Points - Element values only! a. b.

USAG J.O. Technical Handbook for all other J.O. rules!

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A. A wri tten report for January to August, 1995 was presented wi th the following information included.

1. 87 test administrations have been provided since January 1, 1995.

2. USAG Test Administrators have adminis tered 11.

3. JCI Test Administrators have administered 2.

4. NAWGJ Test Administrators have administered 57.

5. Level 10 Test Adminis trators have administered 17.

B. Expenses for 1994 for postage and phone were $652.77.

C. All Test Administrators are reminded to READ the new TA GUIDE for changes in procedures. Requests for the Certification Exam must be made IN WRITING and must be a MINIMUM OF 4 WEEKS prior to the requested date.

D. Changes in officers (Test Administra tors) must be sent to Sue Amm erman and Renee Niccollai by Connie Maloney for USAG and Yvonne Hodge for NAWGJ. This is absolutely essential for JCI to assign TA numbers and accep t requests for scheduling of the Certification Exam.

E. All rule changes made by USAG for the competitive season 1995-96 have been incorporated into the present exams. All TA's scheduled for a test administration will be sent these changes.

1. In the future all rule changes made in the middle of the Certification cycle will be handled by changing the questions affected. The VP Policies and Procedures will send the pages of the exan1 with the changed questions rather than a w hole new exam. The new pages should be marked w ith the date September, 199- on them.

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Vice路President for Judges' Training and Evaluation Belly Sroufe A. A review was given of the Active Status Coordinators and TA workshops that were given at the Judges' Cup with information provided for the same at the USAG Congress.

B. The Active Status Coordinator's job description which is in the TA Guide will be sent by Betty to NAWGJ and USAG for inclusion in their Newsletter and Technique magazine C. Betty was asked by the Board to prepare an information booklet on "How to Prepare for Judges' Certification Exam". This w ill be given to all TA' s for use in hel ping those they examine to be more successful when testing.

D. All Active Status Coordinators who did not attend the workshop either at Judges' Cup or Congress will be sent a memo with pertinent information from the workshop.

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Vice路 President, Examinations report - Cheryl Hamilton A. As noted all changes to the optional written exam made necessary by rule changes from USAG have been made to the 1995 exams.

B. Discussion occurred on the score range established for the Practical Exam. It was felt by the Board that the range is too great in light of the rules allowing judges to score in five hundredths.

1. In the next cycle the range will be tightened.

C. Discussion occurred on the score breakdown for the practice rou tines on the Practical exam. These sheets will be updated for January, 1996 with a better explanation of the deduc tions taken.

D. Cheryl will begin to fo rmulate plans, procedures, and information for the exams for the new cycle.

1. Establish timeline, contact authors, find site for Practical exam video.

2. In the next cycle all exams will include symbols as well as the w ritten word . It is hoped that this w ill facilitate the exam taking process for those judges who do not have English as their first language.

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2. The Board made the following decisions regarding the account: a. The account will be closed out March 1, 1996. b. All moneys wi ll be used to help defray the cost of the rehabilitation that Varina is receiving presently. That included speech and physical rehabilitation. c. Approval was given by the Board to purchase Varina a typewriter out of the account. The request for the typewri ter was made by Varina personally as she had always used JCI's typewriter. With the moving of the office it was no longer available to her. d . Betty will develop a flyer regarding the VARINA FRENCH RECOVERY FU D to be sent to NAWGJ membership, USAG State Chairmen, and Regional Chairman for inclusion in their newsletters, and USAG Technique.

Discussion occurred on the contrac t with USAG. The President will contact USAG Executive Direc tor, Kathy Scanlan regarding such. We will aim for summer, 1996.

Completion of job descriptions for Operating Code revisions was tabled until the next meeting when all officers have completed their job description revisions.

1. Examination VP job description was reviewed and revised.

2. Policies and Procedures VP job description was reviewed and revised.

1995 Budget was reviewed. We w ill continue to work with the present budget as approved.

1. All officers have worked hard to cut down on costs. If the number of tests continue at the present rate w ill finish the year out in the black with all debts paid.

Discussion occurred on the present problems related to the Scantron machine.

1. We do not need it at present time but w ill need it for the new cycle.

2. Copies of the present answer sheet can be used if we run out before the new cycle.

3. The President will research the possibility of running it off the old IBM Pc. If this does not work then she w ill present a proposal at the next meeting to solve the problem the least expensive way.

VI. NAWGJ Report- Yvonne Hodge A. Yvonne gave a verbal report w hich included the following: 1. The 1996 Judges' Cup w ill be held January 6-7, 1996 in San Jose, CA. There is discussion of offering a clinic in conjunction with the Cup. 2. Information regarding the Judges' fee structure negotiations w ith USAG was presented

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USAG Report - Connie Maloney

A. Level 1-4 is in the final stages of development.

B. The 1997-2001 compulsory program proposals were presented. Discussion occurred on ideas for the 1997-2001 Certification program and how best to mee t the needs of the gymnastic community for judges who are prepared with the new program.

C. Request was made for Regional TA workshops. The procedures for presenting a Regional TA workshop are for the USAG or NAWGJ Regional Chairman to request such from the JCI President (Delene Darst). She will arrange to have it presented.

VIII. New Business

President's Report - Delene Darst A. Discussion occurred on the status of the VARINA FRENCH RECOVERYFUND. 1. At present there is almost $3000 in the account wi th approximately 30- 40 contributions.

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A. The next meeting of Judges' Certification Board of Directors will be a conference call to be held February 19th, 1996 at 9:00 PM Eastern time.

B. The annual meeting of JCI will be held June 9 & 10, 1996 at the Championships of the USA.

Meeting was adjourned nt 12:00 nOOI1 .

Respectively subm itted, Delene Darst, President JCI TECHNIQUE

Women's Errata

1995 WOMEN'S RULES AND POLICIES ERRATA Page ix Region II - RC Ruth Sandoz - Work Phone (503) 531-9492 x

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2. To enter the American Classic or Na tional Gymnastics Fes tival: *Note: Q ualifica tion from 1996 J.O. Nationals refers to Nationa l Gynmaslics Festival only.

90 C. Classic Meets 2. American Classic b. Da y Two: Inte rnational Se nior s - FIG Compulsory compe tition. Delete International Junior. d. Senior Na tional Level Optional Compe tition and Junior Na tional Leve l Compu lso r y Testing a nd Op ti onal Competition.

Region V - REPC Mary Lee Tracy - FAX# (513) 870-3831

3. U. S. Classic b. Da y Two: International Seniors - FIG Co mpul so r y compe tition. Delete Interna tional J1lnior.

xi Region VIII - REPC Ray Gnat - 4061-8 Northridge Way, N orcross, GA 320093 - Gym# (770) 921-5630, FAX# (770) 921-5111, Hm# (770) 9254927

17 II. Age Divisions C. Level 6 & 71. Children Ages 7 -11

The following changes in the Elite Section are a result of decisions made during the Elite Program Committee Conference Call on Sept. 25, 1995: 81 A. Regional Elite Meets I. For National Level Elites: Qualifying meets for the American Classic and ational Gymnastics Festival. a. Change American Classic clinic to American Classic competition.

B. National Gymnastics Fes tival 2. The Senior National Training Squad (minimum of 8) w ill be de termined by the top three (3) at the American Classic and the top five (5) at the Gymnastics Festival.

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The Junior National Training Squad (minimum of 8) w ill be d etermined by the top three (3) at the American Classic and the top five (5) at the Gymnastics Festival

82 C. Qualifying Meet to USA Championships 1. American Classic: change d. Competition for Jr. and Sr. Nationa l Elite. Top tlll'ee (3) from each age division qllali/t) to National Training Sqllad.

III. Clinics: Delete C. 84 International Elite Chart: Age for International Juniors should read 12-16 Years 85 National Elite Chart: Under National Seniors Competition Format should read Optional Only Qualification to Classics: SENIOR S 1. All 1995 Nat' l Gym Festival competitors, or

91 VI. I. add to end of sentence .. and the A merican Classic.

94 X. Awards: A. Junior National Regionals, American Classic and National Gymnastics Festival.

B. Senior National Regionals, American Classic and National Gymnas tics Festival.

CORRECTIONS TO WOMEN'S TECHNICAL COMMITTEE MINUTES/J.O. TECHNICAL HANDBOOK ERRATA (as printed in August/September 1995 Technique)

37 VIII. J. O. Technical Concerns: D. Clarification of the Cast w ith bent hips, legs straddled, to handstand, hop grip change IN handstand should be valued at "cn.

This was clarified a t the 1995 World Team Trials for Elite competition; therefore, the J. O. program w ill also use the same value.

40 A ppendix: ix Bar Char t Cast Backward (bent hips) Hop in handstand = C and hop after handstand = B xi Special Connection Bonus Chart: Floor. The column heading for Gymnastics - Different Mixed - Delete different & alterna tive, change to ... Alternate (There may be two of the same elements in the mixed series)

2. 36. 00 Optional AA at Regional Elite Meet pillS 32.00 AA (minim1lm of 7.0 per event) on National Elite Testing if new Elite.

Qualifica tion to Classic: JUN IORS 1. A ll 1995 Nat' l Gym Festival competitors, 01' 2. 35.00 Optional AA at Regional Elite Meet, pillS 32.00 AA (minimllm of 7.0 per event) on National Elite Testing if new Elite.

Qualification to USA National Training Squad: Seniors and Juniors: Minimllm of eight (8): Top three (3) from American Classic and top fi ve (5) from Na tional Gymnastics Festival.

87 LA. 2. To enter the American Classic or Na tional Gymnastics Festival: *Note: Qualification from 1996 J.O. Na tionals refers to Na tional Gymnastics Fes tival only.

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Grand Prix "Swiss Cup" Jr. National Troining Camp Safety Certification (TBA) Safety Certification (1 :00-5:00 p.m.)

Safety Certification (9:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.)

Coaches Workshop National TOP Training Camp Safety Certification (TBA) Safety Certification (6:00-10:00 p.m.)

Safety Certification (3:30-8:30 p.m.)

Zurich, SUI Colorado Springs, CO Albuquerque, NM Upland, CA Culver City, CA Colorado Springs, CO Tulsa, OK GreenVille, SC livonia, MI Mt. Freedom, N.J.

Galimore/Kelly Dennis Mcintyre louise Janecky Mark Fletcher Jeff lulla Dennis Mcintyre Gary Warren Robert White Mary Panackia Cathy Finkel

317-237-5050 317-237-5050 505-662- 9523 909-982-5320 818-845-0770 317-237-5050 317-237-5050 803-268-3790 810-474-0689 201-586-1808

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Chunichi Cup Safety Certification (3:00-7:00 p.m.)

Safety Certification (1:00-5:00 p.m.)

Safety Certification (4:00-8:00 p.m.)

Safety Certification (9:00 a.m.-l :00 p.m.)

National Group Training Camp

Nayko, JPN North Hampton, NH Bozeman, MT Bath, ME louiseille, KY Colorado Springs, CO

Ron Galimore Steve Randall Amy Erickson Gerald Bellemare Steve Schoenbaechler Nora Campbell

317-237-5050 207-284-8351 406-587-1180 207-443-3234 502-458-8094 317-237-5050

Spokan, WA Decatur, GA Various Various Somers Point, NJ Portland, OR

James Tighe Chris Calvert Dennis Mcintyre Kathy Kelly Cathy Finkel Jeff Olsen

208-853-4042 404-377-0241 317-237-5050 317-237-5050 201-586-1808 317-237-5050

USAG Winter Cup Challenge American Classic Nationals USAG Rhythmic Challenge Safety Certification

Colo. Spgs., CO Tulsa, OK Colo. Spgs., CO TBA

Ron Galimore Kathy Kelly Nora Campbell Chris Calvert

317-237-5050 317-237-5050 317-237-5050 404-377-0241

McDonald's American Cup International Mixed Trios

Atlanta, GA Macon, GA

Jeff Olsen Jeff Olsen

317-237-5050 317-237-5050

Budget Rent a Car Gymnastics Invitational NCAA Regional Meets NCAA Regional Meets level 10 Regionals World Championships -I/E/F Safety Certification (TBA) USAG Collegiate Championships NCAA National Championships (Univ. of Alabama) NCAA Championships Elite Regionals USA Gymnastics Nat'llnvitational Tournament Safety Certification

Miami, Fl Various Various Various San Juan, PUR TBA Seattle Pacific Univ.

Tuscaloosa, Al TBA Various Cape Girardeau, MO TBA

Jeff Olsen

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Chris Calvert Jeff Olsen

404-377-0241 317-237-5050

Kathy Kelly Kathy Kelly Chris Calvert

317-237-5050 317-237-5050 404-377-0241

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Safety Certificotion (1 :00-5:00 p.m.)

Regional aualifying Meets Elite Regionals Safety Certification (9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.)

Reese's International Gymnastics Cup

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Modesto, CA 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.

U.S.A.E. Gymnastics; 4801路1 Stratos Way; 95356 Course Dir: Hiroshi Fujimoto 408-372-1006 local Contact: James Trost 209-571-9127 Albuquerque, NM TIme: TBA In conjunction with levelS State Meet; Gold Cup Gymnastics Course Dir: louise Janecky 505-662-9118,505-662-9523 Upland, CA 1:00-5:00 p.m.

The little Gym; 235 East Foothill Blvd.; 91786 Course Dir: Randy McCoy 1-800-418-2828 local Contact: Mark or Rebecca Fletcher 909-982-5320 Culver City, CA 9:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. los Angeles School of Gymnastics Course Dir: Jeff lullo 818-845-0700 Chesapeake, VA TIme: TBA Ocean Tumblers; 912 AProfessional Place; 23320 Course Dir: Billy Bob Taylor local Contact: Diane Berry B04-547-0169

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Greenville, SC TIme: TBA Site: TBA Certifier: Robert White 803-26B-3790 livonia, MI 6:00-10:00 p.m.

Sokol Naperville Certifier: Mary Panackio B10-474-0689 Mt. Freedom, NJ 3:30-8:30 p.m.

Randolph Hills Tennis Center; West Hanover Ave. Course Dir: Cathy Finkel 201-586-1808 Bozeman, MT 1:00-5:00 p.m. lone Mt Gymnastics Course Dir: Bill Allen local Contact: Amy Erickson 406-587-1180 Bath, ME 4:00-8:00 p.m.

Bath Area YMCA; 26 Summer St; 04530 Course Dir: Gerald Bellemare 207-443-3134 North Hampton, NH 3:00-7:00 p.m.

NAAHG Gymnastics; Winnicut Road Course Dir: Steve Randall 207-284-8351 lodi, CA 9:00 a.m.-10:00 p.m. lodi Gymnastics Course Dir: Michael Taylor local Contact: John lawson 415-B58-3480

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louisville, KY 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.

Holiday Inn Hurstbourne; 1325 Hurstbourne lane; 40222 Course Dir: Steve Schoenbaechler 502-45B-8094

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Knoxville, TN TIme: TBA Place: TBA Course Dir: Billy Bob Taylor local Contact: Boog Potter 615-588-2502 29 Stanford, CA 6:00-10:00 p.m.

Nor Cal Boys Jr. State Championships Stanford University, Ford Center Course Dir: Hiroshi Fujimoto 408-372-1006 local Contact: Greg Corsiglia 510-796-3547 300r31 AZ TIme: TBA In conjunction with Arizona level 7-10 State Championships Arizona State University; PE West Course Dir: Quin Shannon 602-919-5920 & Bernie Ray 602-934-2007

JANUARY - '996 Spokane, WA 9:00 a.m.-1 :00 p.m.

Spokane Jr Gymnist Acad.; 1008 N. Atlantic; 99205 local Contact: Amy Allen 509-326-1152 Course Dir: James TIghe 208-853-4042; 208-853-3220 Decatur, GA 1:00-5:00 p.m.

Decatur-Dekalb YMCA; 1100 Clairemont Avenue Course Dir: Chris Calvert 404-377-0241 Madison, WI 7:00-11 :00 p.m.

In conjunction with meet Madtown Twisters; 7035 Old Sauk Rd; 53717 Course Dir: Ralph Druecke local Contact: Pat Okopinski 608-829-2922 Somers Point, NJ 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.

Flyers Gymnastics Course Dir: Cathy Finkel 201-586-1808

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Participation Registration Form Minimum age for Safety Certification is 18 years Name: Mr. / Mrs. / Ms . _ _ _ __ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ Soc. Sec. #:. _ __ __ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ Birthdate:. _ _ _ _ __ Address:._ _ __ _ _ __ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __

Please make checks payable City:_ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _State:._ _ _ _ Zip. _ _ _ __ Telephone: (H),_ _ _ __ _ _ _ (W),_ _ _ __ _ _ __ Course Director: _ _ _ _ _ __ _ __ __ _ _ _ _ _ __ __ Course Location: _ _ _ __ _ __ _ __ ___ Date: _ _ _ __ Organization Represented: _ _ _ __ __ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __

in full to USA Gymnastics

Safety Certification Mail Registration Form and Payment to: USA Gymnastics Safety, Pan American Plaza, Suite 300, 201 S. Capitol, Indianapolis, IN 46225

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Course Dir: Chris Calvert 404-377-0241

All materia ls (including the Safety Handbook) for 3rd Cycle courses are provided at the course and are part of the course fee.

Certification is good for four years.

The course/ examination is $100.

USA GymnastiCS Professional Members is $75. Retest cost is $25. For groups of at least 10, contact the USA Gymnastics Department of Ed ucational Services and Safety.

To achieve Safety Certification, the participant must be at least 18 years of age at the time of the course.

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