Technique Magazine – July 2005

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Athlete Focus: Geoff Corrigan

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TIPS FOR CREATING A COLLEGE RECRUTING VIDEO 101 WOMEN'S JO NATIONAL WORKSHOP lJ. MAXX TOPS STATE TESTING NATIONAL GYMNASTICS DAY 2005 NATIONAL CONGRESS 2005

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Florida Compulsory Workshop (W) Coaching Clinic (TT) Notional Elite Qualifier (W) Region VI -VII Regional Compulsory Workshop (W) Eastern Championships (R) Future Stars Camp (M) Jeff Metzger's l-Day Boot Camp Jeff Metzger's l-Day Boot Camp World Gomes (R,TT,AG) Western Championships (R) U.S Classic/Challenge (W) Notional Championships (AG) Notional Championships (TT)

Ellenton, Fl laurel, MD Houston, TX Providence, RI College Pork, MD Colorado Springs, CO Houston, TX Dallas, TX Duisburg, GER Portland, OR Virginia Beach, VA louisville, KY Houston,TX

Notional Gymnastics Day Visa Championships (M,W,R,AG) National Business Conference (B) Notional Congress T&T Scholarship Camp (TT)

Nationwide Indianapolis, IN Indianapolis, IN Indianapolis, IN Three Rivers, MI

Jeff Metzger's l-Day Boot Camp World Championships (TT) International Age-Group Competition (TT) TOPs Notional Testing (W) Deci Memorial Camp (M)

Chicago, Il Eindhoven, NED Eindhoven, NED Houston, TX Colorado Springs, CO

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Rhythmic World Championships (R) World Team Selection Camp (M) Pan American Championships (M, W) Jeff Metzger's Front Office &Customer Service Compulsory Check Up Clinic Core Symposium Financial Management Seminar with Sean Dever

Baku, AZE Colorado Springs, CO Rio de Janeiro, BRA Indianapolis, IN Indianapolis, IN Indianapolis, IN Indianapolis, IN

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Various Sites Honolulu, HI TBD TBD

JO Notional Championships (M) World Championships (AG)

BOHle Creek, MI TBD

GG World Gymnaestrada Training Camp GG Nationals

Indianapolis,IN TBD

Notional Championships (AG) T&T Notional Championships (TT)

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Visa Championships (M, W, R,AG)

St. Paul, MN

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Future Stars National Championships (M) Rhythmic Pan American Championships (M,W) Notional Coaches Workshop (M) Women's World Championships Selection Camp (W) Jeff Metzger's Boot Camp Freedom Cup (AG) World Championships (M,W)

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JumpStart Notional Testing (TT) T.J. Maxx TOPs Notional Camp (W) Jeff Metzger's l-Day Boot Camp T.J. Maxx TOPs BNotional Camp (W)

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CHAIR: Ron Froehli,h; PRESIDENT: Sieve Penny; VICE CHAIR WOMEN: Tom KolI; VICE CHAIRMEN: Yoi,hi Tomilo; VICE CHAIR RHYTHMIC: Andrea S,hmid, VICE CHAIR TRAMPOLINE: Poul Parillo; VICE CHAIR ACRO-GYMNASTlCS: Tonyo Case; SECRETARY: Gory Anderson; TREASURER: Bob Wood; FIG REPS: Bob Colarossi (Exerulive CommiHee), Ron Froehli,h (Audilor) and Tonya Cose (Sports A,ro Terhnirol Committee)_AT LARGE MEMBERS: Sieve Bul,her, Poul Spadaro; ATHLETE DIRECTORS: Larissa Fonloine, John Roelhlisberger, Vanessa Vander ~uym, Karl Heger, USOC ATHlETE DlREGOR: lo""" Fonloine_ USA GYMNASTICS BOARD OF DIRECTORS

CHAIR: Ron Froehli,h; PRESIDENT: Sieve Penny; PRESIDENT EMERITUS: Sandy Knopp, Mike Donohue; TREASURER: Bob Wood; SECRETARY: Gory Ander;on; VICE CHAIR WOMEN: Tom KolI; VICE CHAIR MEN: Yoi,hi Tomila; VICE CHAIR RHYTHMIC: Andrea S,hmid, VICE CHAIR TRAMPOLINE: Paul Parillo; VICE CHAIR ACRO-GYMNASTICS: Tonya Case; PUBLIC SECTOR: Bill Hyb!, Bob Wood; AMATEUR ATHlETIC UNION: Ron Ferris; AMERICAtl SOKOL ORGANIZATION: Jerry Milan; AMERICAN TURNERS: Betty Heppner; COLLEGE GYMNASTICS ASSOCIATION-MEN: Fronds Allen; NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF COLLEGIATE COACHES-WOMEN: Mark Cook; NATIONAL ASSOCIATION FOR GIRLS ANO WOMEN IN SPORT: Marilyn Sirowbridge; NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF WOMEN'SGYMNASTICS JUDGES: Carole Ide; NATIONAL COLLEGIATE ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION-MEN: Lou Burkel; NATIONAL FEDERATION OF STATE HIGH SCHOOL ASSOCIATIONS: Cynlhia Doyle Perkins; NATIONAL GYMNASTICS JUOGES ASSOCIATlOtI-MEN: Bul,h Zuni,h; NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL GYMNASTICS COACHES ASSOCIATION: Todd Vesely; U_S. ASSOCIATION OF INDEPENOENT GYMNASTICS ClUBS: Paul Spadaro; U.S. ELITE COACHES ASSOCIATION-MEN: Thorn Glielmi; U.S. ELITE COACHES ASSOCIATION-WOMEN: David Holromb, Sieve Ryborki; U.s. MEN'S GYMNASTICS COACHES ASSOCIATIOtI: Bill Fosler; U.S. RHYTHMIC GYMNASTICS COACHES ASSOCIATION: Suzie DiTullio; YOUtlG MEN'S CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATION OF THE USA: Cosey Koenig; NATIONAL COLLEGIATE ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION-WOMEN: Meg Slephenson; NATIONAL MEMBERSHIP OIRECTORS MEN: Mike Bums, Abie Grossleld; RHYTHMIC: lyonka Kirov, Mi,helle Lorson; WOMEN: Kelli Hill, Tom Forsler; TRAMPOLINE: Shoun Kemplon, Or. George Orew; ACRO-GYMNAS· TICS: Undo Porter, Joy Binder; ATHLETES COUNCil Vanessa Vander Pluym, Caroline Hunl, lorissa Fonlaine, Shannon Miller, Kim Zmeskal-BurdeHe, Jamie Sirondmark, Karl Heger, Joy Thornlan, Sieve M,Cain, Arthur Oavis, USOC Alhlele Rep.; Larissa Fonlaine, Exerulive Board Member John Roelhlisberger. ASSOCIATE MEMBERS: JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTERS, Lori Kotz; SPECIAL OLYMPICS, Kole Fober-Hi,kie; U.s. COMPETITIVE AEROBICS FEDERATION, Howard S,hwortz.

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USA GYMNASTICS Message Four very special days will take place for gymnastics enthusiasts this August in Indianapolis.

For the gymnastics fan - attendance is a must. For the gymnastics' professional - attendance is essential. USA Gymnastics National Congress and Trade Show, held in conjunction with the Visa Championships, will take place August 10-13, 2005. These are two events you won't want to miss.

Downtown Indianapolis will be the headquarters for all of the activities. As an added bonus, all of the venues, hotels and restaurants are within walking distance from one another.

Kathy Feldmann Vice President Member Services

The four days kick off Wednesday, August 10 in the morning with the Annual Business Conference and registration for Congress. You can also update other certifications during this four-day event in Indy. The activities are non-stop from Wednesday through Saturday - there will be much to see and do .

Thursday, August 11 begins with a wonderful choice of great sessions bright and early at 8:30 a.m. The Club Owners' Continental Breakfast and Exhibit Hall opening begins at 9:45 a.m. As a Congress registrant you will receive a raffle ticket entry for the MEGA raffle that will take place in the Exhibit Hall. This raffle event is being sponsored by the United States Gymnastics Suppliers Association with a total value prize package of over $38,000. Drawings will take place over the three days of Congress during the lunch break and the end of the Congress day from 4:30-5:30 p.m. Your Congress credential will also give you entry into the Rhythmic and the Acrobatic Gymnastics competitions taking place in the Convention Center.

Friday, August 12 continues to add to your educational resume with lectures from business to preschool to risk management to cheerleading . Make sure you are present in the Exhibit Hall for the raffle drawings. End the day with networking during the Congress social taking place in the Exhibit Hall.

Jillian's is the gathering place for everyone involved with Congress and the Visa Championships to eat, drink and play. Meet up with friends or make some new ones at Jillian's. Show your Congress or Visa Championships credential and receive 25% off food items. Please take advantage of this special Congress attendee discount.

Saturday, August 13 continues with more great sessions. Gather all of the important new information on the Junior Olympic compulsories for women. New rules and updates for all program disciplines will take place all three days of Congress. Attend the Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony and Luncheon taking place at the Marriott Hotel from 11:30 a.m.-1 :30 p.m. The exhibit hall closes at 2:00 p.m. The last session of Congress will end at 4:15 p.m.

Throughout the four days of activities you can watch the best gymnasts in the country compete for spots on the USA National Team. The men's and women's artistic competition takes place at Conseco Fieldhouse, just a few blocks walk from the Indiana Convention Center and site of Congress. For ticket and schedule information see the ad in this issue of Technique or go to www.usa-gymnastics.org Of course, Congress comes to a close with the Congress dance party which is always a highlight of the event each year. The dance party will be held at the Marriott Hotel Ballroom and please wear your collectible wrist band to gain admittance.

As you can see, Indianapolis is the place to be August 10-13 . See you there.

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he task of creating a concise, organized and effective recruiting video can be a cha llenging process. Many questions must be considered such as: the type of footage that should be included, running time and how to structure the footage into a DVD or VHS format. In an effort to help gymnast's coaches and parents, the folLowing information shouLd be helpfuL in answering these questions and more regarding the process of creating a valuable college recruiting video.

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There are three main components in putting together a college recruiting video: filming the gymnast in the competition and training facility, designing the recruiting video, and assembly/output of the recruiting video. Each of these components when executed properly, will translate to a quality recruiting video. Let's review the three main components in more detail.

Filming the gymnast in the competition and training facility Capturing all the appropriate gymnastics footage can be a long and trying experience. A parent, coach or teammate must film every competition and every routine during the course of the season. This is a necessity as the routine intended to go on the recruiting video could come at any time during the season and there is no going back to get it if it is missed . Not only does the recruiter want to see competition footage, but training footage as well. When filming a workout in the gym, be prepared to make several trips. A gymnast is not at hi s or her best every day, so there wi ll be a range of what gets captured. Some workouts will be great while others wi LL not. Be patient and resilient when filming in the gym .

Recruiting videos for boys and girls wi ll differ. For girls, the video typically contains footage from the sophomore and junior year. The boy's video is typicaLLy constructed from the junior year footage.

These are the most common time frames for putting together a recruiting video but not the only times. However, a video can be

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sent during the senior year if circumstances render it (e.g. gymnast suffers an injury during the junior year) Colleges receive recruiting videos at different times so check with the prospective schools on when to send the video.

Designing the recruiting video Deciding what routines and skiLLs to show on a recruiting video is a process know as content selection, and is very important in the overall success of the recruiting video. The content should be a combination of one or two competitions and selected training footage that show skiLLs or sequences not already demonstrated.

Progression turns of skiLLs or sequences are acceptable as long as the gymnast displays a reasonable amount of potential of mastering the skill. A limited amount of basic skills can be included but should not be the central focus of this segment.

Assembly and output of the recruiting video The final component in creating a recruiting video is deciding what video format to use. Check with the prospective coLLeges to find out which format they accept, VHS or DVD. Using a computer with video editing software, DVD authoring software and a DVD burner can create a DVD. To create a VHS tape, connect the video camera to a VHS recorder and record each element onto the VHS tape.

Now that the main components for creating a recruiting video have been identified, let's explore in more detail some of the finer points regarding filming and videD assembly/ post-production.

Filming Know The Camera - Understand the video camera's capabilities. Reading the manual before filming wiLL help prevent • problems that might be easily fixed by having the ability to use the cameras functions.

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Battery Management - Have a fully charged battery and a fully charged back up battery. To conserve battery • power, turn the camera off when it is not in use and close the LCD screen.

Preparation - Arrive earLy to the competition to acquire the desired camera Location. Obtaining a rotation scheduLe can give a better idea of when and where to set up the camera for fiLming. When fiLming in the training faciLity, take a day to practice. Being famiLiar with the Layout of the training faciLity will provide a better understanding of camera pLacement options.

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Exposures And White BaLance - The exposure setting on most cameras shouLd be Left on automatic.

In extreme Lighting situations (e.g . bright sun Light or Low Light) set the cameras exposure to manuaL and make adjustments. The white baLance function sets the coLor for the fiLming environment. If this option is avaiLabLe, use it for each fiLming Location (e.g. it must be set for each fiLming instance) Check your manuaL for more detaiLed instruction.

Use a Tripod or MonopoLe - A shaky shot can be difficuLt to watch. Using a tripod or monopoLe to stabiLize the camera can dramaticaLLy increase the "watch abiLity" of your footage. Remember if the video is difficuLt for you to watch it will aLso be difficuLt for the coLLegiate coaches to watch.

Date and Time Stamp -Turn off the date and time stamp when the gymnast performs a routine. This can run over the top of the gymnast on screen and be a distraction for the viewer. The date and time stamp can be turned on for other commemorative purposes (e.g. the march-in and awards ceremony).

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This can heLp prevent an unexpected bLockage of the shot.

When the gymnast begins a routine, use the LCD screen to view and not the eyepiece. Looking through the eyepiece can cut down your peripheraL vision and increase the chance of not seeing someone before they waLk in front of the camera.

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Organize - LabeL the tapes and keep a written tabLe of contents of the season. Taking notes at the competition and while fiLming in the gym can make the organization process easier when it comes time to put the video together.

Video Assembly/Post-Production Content - The recruiting video shouLd be a combination of one or two routines per event.

ALso include, seLected training video for each event that shows skills or sequences not demonstrated in the competition footage. The recruiting video shouLd range from 6-10 minutes depending on the amount of originaL content. Some video will be Longer than others if the gymnast has more skills and eLements to dispLay. Showing skills and routines repetitiveLy to make the video Longer is not recommended.

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Organization - It is recommended that a DVD have a menu that allows the viewer to watch • the video in Olympic order or access each event separateLy. For a VHS tape, create a tabLe of contents identifying each event with the corresponding counter number on the VCR when it is set to zero at the beginning of the tape. It is recommended that all video of each event be shown before moving on to the next event. Jumping back and forth between events can be distracting and confusing for the collegiate coach especially if they desire to Look at a particuLar section again.

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Sound - The naturaL sound picked up by the camera can be distracting for the recruiting coach and embarrassing for the gymnast/ parent (e.g. screaming parents or comments recorded unknowingLy).

RepLacing the naturaL sound with music that compLiments the gymnast and is not distracting can enhance the viewing experience (music with vocaLs is not recommended). For women's floor exercise, the naturaL sound recorded by the camera can be synchronized with the originaL floor music soundtrack and then substituted. This process is onLy recommended when using digitaL video editing.

Focus - Use the automatic focus for most shooting conditions. If the camera has troubLe focusing, make a sLight adjustment in or out with the zoom. If the probLem persists, switch the camera to manuaL focus and adjust.

AppLying this information shouLd be heLpfuL in the creation of a vaLuabLe and effective recruiting video.

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Panning - Panning is the movement of the camera from side to side. This skill is executed best using a tripod and .shouLd have a smooth continuous motion. Panning can be used on the Floor Exercise and the VauLt to capture tumbLing passes and running.

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Andrew Hampy is Lead Editor and Mark A. Meyer is Business Director of Shortkid Productions a company that specializes in the creation of professional gymnastics recruiting videos. Andrew Hampy was a member of two NCAA championship teams at UC Berkeley and was a five-time NCAA All Amen"can. www.shortkidproductions.com

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USA Gymnastics has released the new 2005-2013 Women's Junior Olympic Compulsory Program. The new routines have been in the development stages for a number of years, under the guidance of the Junior Olympic Program Committee. Additionally, we developed the J.O. Code of Points with great assistance provided by the Women's Technical Committee. These groups of dedicated volunteers have devoted countless hours to share their passion and create the new foundational exercises for our female athletes.

We flipped a lot of pancakes We praised the sky above Our arms would circle fully As we opened, pressed and shoved Our arches forced and heads held high Our leans were oh so slight We learned and learned the live long day And practiced through the night!!

Our waves were never perfect But oh, how hard we tried With Tom and Cheryl smiling They had to feel such pride!!

We took them home and practiced And much to our delight We reeled our fish in sharply And OH LAY.. we did it right!!

Thank you great committee For hours of your time!!

For music, new and DVD's To make our athletes climb From 1 to 6 as years go by To grow from skill to skill With great appreciation And with passion that's fulfilled No one can know how hard you worked How much you paved our path How wonderful your athletes showed!

Those memories will last! !

The 2005 Women's Junior Olympic Compulsory Workshops and Technical Symposiums took place in June in two locations: Louisvi lle, Kentucky, June 3-5 and Reno, Nevada, June 10-12. More than 2,000 individuals participated in these events.

Yes you can begin right here ", And anywhere you go ...

You'll know we learned from all you taught We'll carryon your show..... .

Thanks to the Women's JO Program Committee and the Women's Technical Committee members for all their hard work on this extensive project.

Congratulations!

The compulsory routines were learned by active participation. It was great seeing so many gymnastics professionals gathered together and learning the new compulsory routines for 2005-2013 cycle.

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THANKS TO: Women's Technical CommiHee: Cheryl Hamilton - Chairman Audrey Schweyer - Assistant Chairman Sue Graff Linda Mulvihill Carole Bunge Linda Thorberg Char Christensen Pat Panichas Myra Elfenbein Marian Dykes

Womer's Junior Olympic CommlHee: Tom Koll -- Chairman Dan Witenstein Laurie Reid Cheryl Jarrett Don Houlton John Geddert Larry Goldsmith Mike Milchanowski Paul Padron

Cora Fonseca from Rainbow Gymnastics Academy in Hawaii said: "I just wanted to compliment the clinicians who presented the routines on floor and beam and others for the following: • • • • •

The clarity of which the routines are explained The consistency in how the motions are to be executed Emphasis on quality of movement Patience and motivation towards the participants Well prepared, knowledgeable, professional, fun and obviously excited about the job done as a team.

This makes learning the routines fun and challenging . Thank you USA Gymnastics committees for your dedication, work and expertise devoted to the sport."

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• TOPS STRTE TESTING The weekend of June 3, gymnastics clubs across the United States began hosting the lJ. Maxx Talent Opportunity Program (TOPs) State Testing.

Involving 61 gym clubs throughout 39 states, the T.J. Maxx TOPs State Testing provides young gymnasts an opportunity to showcase their talent with the hope of eventually being selected to the lJ. Maxx TOPs National Team.

"T.J. Maxx TOPs is one of our most important grassroots opportunities for young gymnasts who aspire to be world and Olympic ': : -,u ,-,~ ;' ions," said Steve Pen ny, president of USA Gymna stics. "Recognizing talent and aptitude at a young age is vital to the deve lopment of elite-level gymnasts. This program gives young athletes a chance to increase their ability to thrive in a competitive sport."

For the first time, USA Gymnastics is bringing a title sponsor, lJ .

Maxx, to this program. "We are so excited to be a part of this grassroots initiative for young female gymnasts," said Wendy Lohr, T.J. Maxx manager of event marketing. "It is a perfect extension of the strong partnership that T.J. Maxx has already developed with the sport of gymnastics. We view this as an incredible opportunity to support up-and-coming gymnasts across the country."

With a rich, 14-year history, lJ. Maxx TOPs is a talent

search and educational opportunity for female gymnasts, ages 7-11, and their coaches and parents.

Athletes are first evaluated at the state and regional levels on their physical abilities. From there, the top gymnasts are invited to participate in the T.J . Maxx TOPs National Test, conducted in late September at the USA Gymnastics Women's National Team Training Center in Houston .

TOPs has certainly proven itself over the years. Of the current members on the Women's National Team , more than 50 percent were TOPs participants at young ages. In fact Carly Patterson, Courtney Kupets, Chellsie Memmel and Tasha Schwikert of the 2004 silvermedal-winning Olympic Team were TOPs graduates, and each was awarded the National TOPs athlete of the year distinction.

2005 TOPs State Testing Sites DATE June 4 June 4 June 4 June 4 June 4 June 4

HOST CLUB Gymnastics Center of Chattanooga New Hope Gymn.

Conxion Gymnastics Airborne Gymnastics Cahoy's Gymnastics GTC of Rochester Michigan

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Geoff was in front of a hometown audience and definitely impressed his fans when he won the all-around title with a score of 52 .325 over Clay Strother with a 52.175 .

He said, "Coming into this event I knew I had to hit in the top seven (to qualify for the Visa Championships)."

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41 st ANNUAL USA GYMNASTICS NATIONAL CONGRESS and TRADE SHOW Held in conjunction with 2005 Visa Championships August 10-13, 2005 • Indianapolis, Indiana Business Management, 11 sessions for Cheerleading, sessions for Rhythmic, Acrobatic and Trampoline programs, Sports Science sessions and more.

USA GYMNASTICS NATIONAL CONGR(;SS Indianapolis. Indiana· August 10·13, 2005

Plan now on attending. Bring your entire family.

Bring your entire staff. Hotels, Congress and Visa Championships venues all within walking distance from one another.

Exhibit floor with more than 150 companies and 200 booths filling the hall. Shopping, discounts, networking, Club Owners opening breakfast, plus save on shipping, and more.

National Championships for Women, Men, Rhythmic and Team Trials for Acrobatic Gymnastics.

Attractions abound in Indianapolis! From world-class museums and exciting attractions to Hoosier history and heritage, Indianapolis can inspire, entertain and educate visitors with a diverse array of attractions and landmarks. For details about attractions, events or hotels, visitors can call. ..

There is something for everyone and plenty to do. Education for all levels. 30 sessions for Women's Program, 20 sessions for Men's program, 15 sessions for Developmental Instructor/ Coaches (pre-school. recreational, class), 14 sessions for

WHO SHOULD ATTEND: All USA Gymnastics Professiona l and Instructor members. Coaches, judges and instructors of all levels.

Recreational and preschool teachers, business managers, administrators, club owners, high school and college coaches.

WHAT IS OFFERED: Three days of education with over 130 sessions offered. Lectures given by top recognized individuals in the field. Sessions on coaching, judging, business, preschool, recreational, sports science, athlete wellness, fitness, and cheerleading. The leading experts in the areas of Women's, Men's, Rhythmic, Acrobatics, Trampo line and Tumbling, and Group Gymnastics programs.

WHERE: Congress will be held at the Indiana Convention Center and the Visa Championships will be held at Conseco Fieldhouse Aug. 10-13 for men and women, while rhythmic and

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WHEN - TENTATIVE CONGRESS SCHEDULE: August 10, 2005 Congress Reg. opens 12:30-6:00 p.m.

Annual Business Conference, Safety/ Risk Management course, KAT and MELPD courses, Women's Prog ram State/Regional Chair workshop. Site TBD August 11-13,2005 Registration opens 7:30 a.m.Indiana Convention Center Sessions 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Trade Show Exhibit Hall Open August 13, 2005 Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony 11:30 a.m.-l:30 p.m.

Congress Dance Party 9:00 p.m. at Marriott Hotel August 14, 2005 Women's Judges exams - Marriott Hotel

CONGRESS HOTELS: Downtown Marriott and Westin Hotels (All the venues and hotels are within walking distance from one another).

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After July 15, 2005 you must register on-site.

Complete one form per person - Photocopy for additional registrations. Become an Instructor Member to receive the member discount. Simply check "Please sign me up" and include an extra $49.00 ($65.00 Foreign Instructor Member) in your total amount enclosed. Your confirmation will be sent by email. Please provid a valid email address.

Registration opens August 10 • Congress sessions and Exhibit Hall August 11-13

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0$395 Congress Registration + Gold Ticket Package (Early Bird Price) D Number of additional packages _ _x$160 each additional Gold Ticket Packages

0$345 Congress Registration + Silver Ticket Package (Early Bird Price) D Number of additional packages _ _ x$l 10 each additional Silver Ticket Packages

Early Bird Registration and Ticket Packages ends July 15 (while supply lasts)

Tickets will be mailed out two weeks prior to the event to the address listed below.

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Cred en tial for en trance to Congress sessions and cl inics Aug. 11 · 13 Indianapolis, IN. Admiss io n to Rhythmic C hampio nships and Acrobatic Gymnasti cs Team Trials.

Entrance to th e Exhibit H a ll fealuring the industry's finest praducts and services.

One ticket to the Congress Dance Party on Saturd ay, August 13 . ladditional Congress Dance Party tickets for spouse/guests are $35 eoch--available at

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Allen Before July 15 - Registration fee less $30 service fee per person canceling.

Videotaping: Videotaping of Congress sessions is permiHed FOR PERSONAL USE ONLY

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unless the session presenters announce that his/ her/ their session may nol be videotaped.

To transfer registration 10 another person, the new Congress attendee must also have a Professional or Instructor membersh ip.

Language: The official language of Congress is English . USA Gymnastics will make no special

Before July 15 - $30 per substitution ON·SITE - $35 per substitution

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KINDER ACCREDITATION Congress Attendees with special needs must notify USA FOR TEACHERS (KAT) Gymnastics in writing in this regard prior to the July 15 early bird o Wed. August 10, 8:30 a.m.- 3:00 p.m. $120 $120 $170 ~ registration deadline. We suggest that this information be included with NOTE: Pre·registration guarantees a KAT Workbook. Enrollment is limited. * the Congress Registration Form .

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Come to the 2005 USA Gymnastics National Business Conference to "Rev Up" your bus iness . Take a victory lap and join the winners ci rcle with Jeff Metzger, Jeff Lul la, Laura Mikszan, Sean Dever, Patti Komara, Frank Sahlein, Steve Greeley, Tom Forster, Julia Thompson , David Holcomb, Don McPherson, Tom Lenzini, Rita Brown , and race team captain Gary Anderson . All are invited to speak at this year's Conference and will help to fi x your business " FLAT TIRE! " Get it changed and, while you're at it, get a shot of "High Octane" at the Indy seminar.

Cost Member Club $150.00-per person Non Member Club $200.-per person No on site registration

You'll be sure to get the checkered flag after aHending this year's Conference.

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Announcing the Class of 2005 Harry Bjerke • Amy Chow • Dominique Dawes • Kelli Hill Jenifer Lovell Moreno • John Roethlisberger • Chainey Umphrey

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HALL OF FAME 2005 Induction Ceremony and Luncheon

Saturday, August 13, 2005 • Downtown Indianapolis Marriott Hotel 11:30 am - 1:30 pm REGISTRATION/TICKET FORM: Plan on attending this prestigious special event. Individual Tickets $35.00 per person Tables: $ 350.00 Full tables will be reserved. Individuals will be open seating. Tickets may be picked up at the National Congress Registration Desk at the Indianapolis Convention Center, August 10-13, or Saturday, August 13 at the Marriott Hotel beginning at 11 :00 a.m.

PLEASE PRINT: Please submit email address. Confirmation will be sent via email.

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56 . Carole Bunge ........... New Rules of Optional Beam L1 0 57. Ide/Dykes/Behrens ... NAWGJ Session/CPE Info 58. Reed/Christensen .. .. . JO Beam : Meeting of the Minds 59. Steve Rybacki ................ Conditioning Plan: A 12 Month Timeline 60. M. Karolyi/K. Kelly .. Elite Program Review/Update 61. Tammy Biggs .. .......... Drills for Skills - Beam Tumbling 62 . Tom Koll ...... .. .. .. .... .. JO Level 1-4 Floor 63. Tom Koll .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. JO Level 5 & 6 Floor 64. John Geddert ... ........ Training the Yurchenko vault 65. Myra Elfenbein ...... .. New Rules for Level 7 -9 Bars 66. Mike Lorenzen .. .. .. ... Interdependence 67. Audrey Schweyer ..... New Rules for Level 10 Floor (10 Recertification) 68. Antonia Markova ..... Project the Feeling 69. Brad Harris ...... .. .... .. Drills for skills: Level 8 & 9 Bars 70. Alison Arnold .. .. .. .... . Scream & Run Naked: 7 guiding principles to loving your life of coaching 71. Alison Arnold ...... ..... Discipline the Mind, Discipline the Body: Cultivating Fearlessness in your Athletes 72. Tammy Biggs ............ Building endurance for floor exercise

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USA GYMNASTICS LIFTIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD NOMINATION

The Lifetime Achievement Award recognizes individuals who have dedicated a lifetime of service to the sport of gymnastics and have made a considerable impact upon our sport.

Selected by the Hall of Fame Committee, this recognition will be presented at the Hall of Fame Awards at the USA Gymnastics National Congress.

There will be no minimum or maximum number of recipients and the award may not be given every year.

Privileges for the recipients will be: • Lifetime complimentary membership in USA Gymnastics • Lifetime complimentary subscriptions to Technique and USA Gymnastics • Recognition in appropriate publications and ceremonies as a recipient of the USA Gymnastics Lifetime Achievement Award • Presentation of the award • Complimentary admission to designated Gymnastics Championships and the USA Gymnastics National Congress In order to be eligible for this award, the following minimum criteria must be met: 1. Minimum of 25 years dedicated to gymnastics

2. His/ her service must stand out above the normal person who loves gymnastics and has a lifetime of appreciation or ordinary participation 3. This person(s) should have accomplished an involvement at the regional, national, and/or international levels in one or a combination of the following: coaching, judging, volunteering, and promotion of the sport of gymnastics. It is not necessary to have been a competitor in gymnastics. He/s he may have been a competitor and have continued to enhance the sport in multiple ways.

The Hall of Fame Committee has assumed the philosophy that the Hall of Fame will have an emphasis on the accomplished athlete.

Coaches and contributors who are inducted will be limited to the few individuals with outstanding and special accomplishments at the very highest level of contribution or coaching. As we have received nominations and credentials for persons who have given a lifetime of meaningful dedication which has greatly influenced the sport of gymnastics through coaching, judging, volunteering, and promotion of the sport, it was felt that prominent national recognition should be possible through the introduction of the Lifetime Achievement Award. Many have contributed to the growth and development which has helped gymnastics in its progress to where we stand today.

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The Hall of Fame Committee encourages members of the gymnastics community to give careful consideration for nominations and to communicate with nominees in order to provi de the most complete credential and information possible. Only completed nominations will be considered. The nominations which are submitted will be thoughtfully considered and maintained in a credential notebook for future consideration. Additional information may be requested .

Please use the Request for Nomination for the Hall of Fame as your guideline for needed information . Please submit this information in typed form along with all name and address information as requested.

You should include as much information as possible usi ng t he followi ng criteria.

Coach - List locations and dates of where coached, level of athletes coached, names of outstanding athletes and major titles won. List coaching contributions through the establishment of regional or national workshops and clinics; as staff members of national level workshops, through presentations at national meetings; and by writing publications. List membership on major committees served, including dates.

Judge - List the total number of years of judging. Include dates and the number of years at each judging rating held. List dates and major judging assignments. Include contributions made at state, regional, national and international levels in teaching, writing and publications, training camps for evaluation of athletes for education, and major committees served, including dates.

VoLunteer & Promoter - List major volunteer efforts, giving dates and number of years of participation. List state, regional, and national offices held, number of years held, including the type of work accomplished. List any other promotional efforts or invented devises that advanced the development of apparatus, or promoted a safe gymnastics environment. List research , articles or books published.

You may, as the nominator, also provide a brief personal account of why you feel that the person who you are nominating is deservi ng of national recognition . If the nominee is a past competitor, list major accomplishments of the competitive career giving dates and specific levels of competition, including any titles won.

Nominations for the Class of 2006 must be completed and copies sent by August 1, 2005 to Kathy Feldmann at USA Gymnastics. USA Gymnastics, Kathy Feldmann-Vice President, 201 S. Capitol Ave. Suite 300, Indianapolis, IN 46225

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• Attend educationaL seminars and receive continuing education credits for USA Gymnastics University - NationaL Congress in IndianapoLis, IN Tracks for your coaches, instructors and preschooL teachers. Business sessions for owners, directors, mangers and much more.

• Attend The CORE symposium in October in IndianapoLis, IN

2. Update your information • Update or correct personaL membership information and club information. Make sure aLL information is up to date. Go to website and make changes or caLL Member Services at 1-800-345-4719 • Discard aLL oLd forms. You must use the new, most current forms for aLL member registrations for 2005-2006. Forms are avaiLabLe onLine. The onLine registration is open for the 2005-2006 season.

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PLease make sure aLL name and addresses are updated and correct on forms which are sent to the office for processing.

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Rhythmic and Acrobatic Gymnastics competition will take place at the Indiana Convention Center August lIB. Watch for 2005 Rhythmic Challenge Champion Olga Karmansky as well as Mixed Pair Michael Rodrigues and Clare Brunson and Trio Mariah Henninger, Kelly Topp and Angela Hatch.

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The sport's greats to be inducted into the HaLL of Fame.

The Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony is Saturday, Aug.B , in conjunction with the Visa Championships.

The ceremony will honor several influential forces in gymnastics, including 1996 Olympic Gold Medalists Amy Chow and Dominique Dawes, 1996 Olympian Chainey Umphrey, three-time Olympian (1992, 1996, 2000) John Roethlisberger, Olympian Jennifer Lovell Moreno, Olympic Coach Kelli Hill, and Men's Official Harry Bjerke.

OfficiaL gathering pLace offers a IIJiLLian" things to do.

Jillian's restaurant, bar and entertainment complex is the official gathering place of the 2005 Visa Championships.

Visit Jillian's for Family Days before the Championships and kids will get a Jillian's Kids/ Teens Meal plus a choice of a $10 Jillian's game card or a $5 game card and a game of bowling, all at a reduced price! Not only do visitors receive this Jillian's deal, but they also receive a FREE ticket to attend the opening night of the Visa Championships on Aug. 10.

IITumbLing Pass" - an acrobatic and artistic adventure.

Experience "Tumbling Pass," as Maryland Street is transformed into an artistic pathway dedicated entirely to the 2005 Visa Championships. Theis street connects Conseco Fieldhouse and the Indiana Convention Center, the two venues staging the Visa Championships, and will feature specially designed artwork inspired by Walter Knabe, an internationally recognized Indianapolis artist.

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The 2005 Visa Championships is the first major gymnastics competition to take place in Conseco Fieldhouse.

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Plan your program to celebrate National Gymnastics Day - August 6, 2005. Tell us how you celebrated.

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Maintain a current Member Club membership. If you do not have this membership, sign up today! $160.00 for a year of benefits.

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In accordance with the new J.O. Program age groups will no w be determined by the age of the athlete at December 31 of th e calendar year.

AttendanceRegion 1 Region 2 Region 3

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WAUKESHA PARK DEDICATED TO THE HAMM BROTHERS The town of Waukesha, Wisconsin, dedicated a lO-acre municipal park to Olympic gymnasts Paul and Morgan Hamm.

The twins, attend The Ohio State University in Columbus, Ohio but came back to their hometown of Waukesha for the park dedication.

"U's such a wonderful honor, and everybody in Waukesha continues to be so supportive," said Cecily Hamm. "It's kind of hard to even comprehend all this wonderful outpouring."

Visa Wins Award Vi sa is the 2004 Bill Veeck Sports Sponsorship Awards overall winner for its promotion of the 2004 Olympic Games. Visa partnered with the roc in an integrated marketing campaign that included TV ads, promotions for cardholders and incentives for member financial institutions. "There is no other brand that was more associated with the Olympics," said Brett Boyle, Ph .D. , associate professor of marketing at the Cook School and coordinator of the Bill Veeck Sports Sponsorship Awards.

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The JOPC makes a recommendation to RPC that the Level 9 Championships increase in capacity to accommodate all level 9 athletes. Any qualifying process should be finalized and made available no later then 1 week after the Rhythmic challenge.

Motion: Jody Hurlburt Mayra Fernandez 2nd: Passed: Unanimous

Recommended dates for the 2006 competitive season August June/ July June 17-18 June 2-4 May 19-21 May 6-7 April 29-30 April 22-23

National Championships East/West 9 National Championships J .O Championships (Region 2) Level 4/5 Championship/ Classics Regional Championships 3 & 6 Regional Championships 1 & 5 Regional Championships 2 & 4

Brooke Toohey and Nadine Davies presented the 2006-12 JO program to the committee. The program was approved with additional input from members of the JOPe. Additional issues such as qualification to JO Championships will be voted on at a later date.

Motion to adjourn Mayra Fernandez, 2nd: Tyana Marlowe Minutes approved by the RPC.

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MANAGER/ GYMNASTICS INSTRUCTORS. Great career opportunities in our NYC and Westchester location. Full time and part time positions available. Weekdays and/ or weekends. If you love kids, love gymnastics, and love to teach in a fun, safe, positive and caring environment, give us a call. Positions available for baby, toddler, preschool, after school program, and birthday parties. Excellent salary. Only highly motivated, enthusiastic team players that want to make a positive diHerence with kids need apply. Call Jodi's Gym at 914-244-8811 , fax resume to 914-244-8833, or e-mail jodgym@aol.com INSTRUCTORS/ COACHES. Paragon Gymnastics of Norwood (8ergen County), NJ is looking for Instructors and Coaches, P/T-F/T Weekdays/ weekends/evenings. Requirements: Positive attitude, responsible, reliable, love of children.

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INSTRUCTORS/ COACHES: Head Over Heels Gymnastics of Central New Jersey, (with 2 locations), is currently interviewing for the following positions: Girls Optional Coach, Girls Program Director, Boys Compulsory Coach, Preschool and Recreational Instructors for all levels. Fl/ PT positions are available for highly motivated, team player. We offer a competitive compensation package with growth potential.

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24 SI. Louis, MO; 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Sheraton Westport Plaza Hotel : Directions: Vicki Kaltolf 636-230-9866 : (ourse code: RW07242005MO : Instructor: Robin Weidmaier 816-232-7502

19 Williston, VT 05495; 1:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Green Mountain Gymnastics, 240 Pioneer Dr Directions: Robin Bourdeau 802-652-2454 (ourse code: GM08192005VT Instructor: Gail McGann 802-273-3627

16 8aton Rouge, LA 70815; 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

CG.'s Gymnastics Inc. Directions: (aesar Garcia 225-275-5597 (ourse code: (G07162005LA Instructor: (aesar Garcia 225-275·5597

29 Longwood, FL 32750; 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.

Ace Gymnastics, 500 Gold Medal (I. Directions: Joan Gnat 407-831-2582 (ourse code: K807292005FL Instructor: Karl Bishop 727-447-2108

16 Woodward, PA 16882; 10:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Woodward (amp, 134 Sports (amp Dr, Rt 45 Directions: Steve Hass 814-349-5633 ' Lunch available on site (ourse code: SH07162005PA Instructor: Stephen Hass 814-349-5633

30 Tuscaloosa, AL; 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Tuscaloosa Tumbling TIdes Directions: LuAnn Nix 205-345·0999 (ourse code: JL07302005AL Instructar: James Underholm 256-883-0566

17 Portland, OR 97232; 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Doubletree Hotel·Uoyd (enter, 1000 NE Multnomah St Directions: Debbie Anderson 541 -430·8783 (ourse code: DA071720050R Instructor: Debra Anderson 541-496-3692 18 Freehold, NJ 07728; 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

World (up, 32 Asbury Ave Directions: Anyone at Desk 732-294-9287 (ourse code: DL07182005NJ Instructor: Debra Love 859-278·4404 24 Itasca, IL 60143; 2:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

350 EIrving Park Road Directions: (hris Eismenn 630-355-1779 (ourse code: EP072420051L Instructor: Edgar Pulido 630-784-1460

September Santa Clara, CA 95054; 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.

Region One (angress Directians: (hen! Tamuro 408-515-0277 (ourse code: MT09022005CA Instructor: Michael Taylor 650·330·2255 Hilliard, OH 43026; 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Universal Gymnasts, Inc. Directions: Bobbi Montanari 614-777-9430 (ourse code: BM090420050H Instructor: Bobbi Montanori 614-777-9430

31 Lexington, KY 40503; 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

261 Ruccio Way Directions: Debra Love 859-273-4804 (ourse code: DL07312005KY Instructor: Debra Love 859-278·4404

Santa (lara, CA 95054; 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

Region One (ongress Directions: (here Tamura 408-515-0277 (ourse code: MT09052005CA Instructor: Michael Taylor 650-330-2255

Au.ust Woodward, PA 16882; 10:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Woodward (amp, 134 Sports (amp Dr, Rt 45 Directions: Steve Hass 814-349-5633 ' Lunch available on site (ourse code: SH08062005PA Instructor: Stephen Hass 814-349-5633

25 Edison, NJ 08820; 9:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Hendersons Gymnastics, 216 TIngley Lane ' 9: 15 Registration Directions: (athy Finkel 973-335-1943 ' Lunch break given. (ourse code: (F09252005NJ Instructor: (athy Finkel 973-335-1943

10 Indianapolis, IN; 1:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.

National (ongress, Downtown Marriott Hotel (ourse code: PM081020051N Instructor: Debbie Anderson and Jan Eyman

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