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SEE IT TO BELIEVE IT: PLUS Athlete Focus: Michael Rodriques and Clare Brunson

Using Mental 'Imagery in 'Gymnastics

INCORPORATING NUTRITION into your Preschool Gymnastics Program

EVENTS DECEMBER 1-3 2-6

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TOPs State Testing Begins (W) JONotional Championships (R) Elite Notional Qualifier (W) Aero World Championships (AG) I-Day Business Builder Workshop with Jeff Metzger U.S. Elite Challenge (TT) kroInlerootionol Age Group Competition (AG) GG Nationals Region 3 Congress GG World GymnaestradaTraining Camp Region 8 Congress

Various Sites Seattle, WA Houston, TJ( Coimbra, POR Fayetteville, GA los Vegas, NY Coimbra, POR I ndianapol~, IN Denver, CO Indianapal~, IN FI. lauderdale, Fl

U.S. &JO T&T Notional Championships (TT) Elite Notional Qualifier IW) Western Championships (R) Men's Qualifier (M) Eastern Championships (R) Acrobatic Gymnastics Notional Championships (AG) WorldCup/Nissen Cup(TTl U.S. Classic (W) TOPs State Testing Ends (W)

Schaumburg, Il Houston, TJ( Deerfield, Il Colorado Springs, CO College Pork, MD Kansas City, MO SUI Kansas City, MO Various Sites

Region 6 Congress Notional Gymnastics Day Scholarship Camp (TTl Notional Business Conference Visa Championships (M,W,R,AG) Notional Congress and Trade Show Junior Pan American Championships (M, W) World Cup(TT) Region 1 Congress Region 5 Congress World Cup (TT) Pan American Championships (TT)

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Houston, TJ( Kladno, CZE los Vegas, NV Atlantic City, NJ

Region 2 Congress World Championships (M,W) FIG Congress World Cup (TT)

Portland, OR Aarhus, DEN Geneva, SUI CHN

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SonJose, CA Son Jose, CA Son Jose, CA

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Zemetria Barnes-Perry USA GYMNASTICS EXECUTIVE COMMlnEE CHAIR: Ron Froehlkh; PRESIDENT: SIeve Penny; VICE CHAIR WOMEN: Tom KolI; VICE CHAIR MEN: YoichiTomilo; VICE CHAIR RHYTHMIC: Andrea Schmid, VICE CHAIR TRAMPOLINE: Paul Parillo; VICE CHAIR ACRO·GYMNASTICS: Tanya Case; SECRETARY: Gory Anderson; TREASURER: Bob Wood; FIG REPS: Bob Colorossi (Execulive Comminee), Ron Froehlich (Audilor), Tanya Case (Sports Acro Technical CommiHee) and John Roelhlisberger (Alhlele Rep.).

AT LARGE MEMBERS: SIeve Bulcher, David Holcomb; ATHLETE DIREGORS: Kim Zmeskol·BurdeHe, John Roelhlisberger, Vonesso Vander Pluym, Karl Heger, USOC ATHlfTE DlREGOR: llIrisso Fonloine.

USA GYMNASTICS BOARD OF DIRECTORS CHAIR: Ron Froehlich; PRESIDENT: SIeve Penny; PRESIDENT EMERITUS: Sondy Knopp, Mike Donohue; TREASURER: Bob Wood; SECRETARY: Gory Anderson; VICE CHAIR WOMEN: Tom KolI; VICE CHAIR MEN: Yokhi Tomilo; VICE CHAIR RHYTHMIC: Andrea S<hmid, VICE CHAIR TRAMPOLINE: Poul Parillo; VICE CHAIR ACRO·GYMNASTICS: Tanya Cose; PUBLIC SEGOR: Bill Hybl, Bob Wood; AMATEURATHLETIC UNION: Ron Ferris; AMERICAN SOKOL ORGANIZATION: Jerry Milan; AMERICAN TURNERS: Betty Heppner; COLLEGE GYMNASTICS ASSOCIATION·MEN: Fronds Allen; NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF COLLEGIATE COACHES·WDMEN: Mark Cook; NATIONAL ASSOCIATION FOR GIRlS ANO WOMEN IN SPORT: Marilyn Slrawbridge; NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF WOMEN'S GYMNASTICS JUDGES: Carole Ide; NATIONAL COLUGIATE ATHLETIC ASSOCIATlON·MEN: Mark Williams; NATIONAL FEDERATION OF STATE HIGH SCHOOL ASSOCIATIONS: Becky Oakes; NATIONAL GYMNASTICS JUDGES ASSOCIATION·MEN: Bulch Zunkh; NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL GYMNASTICS COACHES ASSOCIATION: Margie Canfield; U.S. ASSOCIATION OF INDEPENDENT GYMNASTICS ClUBS: Paul Spadaro; U.S. ELITE COACHES ASSOCIATlON·MEN: Thom Glielmi; U.S. ElITE COACHES ASSOCIATION· WOMEN: SIeve Rybacki Tony Gehman; U.S. MEN'SGYMNASTICS COACHES ASSOCIATION: TIm Klempnouer; US. RHYTHMIC GYMNASTICS COACHES ASSOCIATION: Suzie ~iTullio; YOUNG MEN'SCHRISTIAN ASSOCIATION OF THE USA: Cosey Koenig; NATIONAL COLLEGIATE ATHLETIC ASSOCIATlON·WOMEN: Meg Slephenson; NATIONAL MEMBERSHIP OIREGORS MEN: Mike Burns, Abie Grossleld; RHYTHMIC: Ivonko Kirov, Michelle Lorson; WOMEN: Kelli Hill, Tom Forsler; TRAMPOLINE: Shoun Kemplon, Or. George Drew; ACRO· GYMNASTICS: Undo Porter, Joy Binder; ATHlETES COUNCil Vanessa Vander Pluym, Coraline Hunl, Lorisso Fonloine, Shannon Miller, Kim Zmeskol· BurdeHe, Jamie Morshik, Karl Heger, Joy Thornlon, SIeve McCoin, Arthur Davis, USOC Alhlele Rep.; Larissa Fonloine, Execulive Boord Member John Roelhlisberger. ASSOCIATE MEMBERS: JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTERS, Lori Katz; SPECIAL OLYMPICS, Kale Fober·Hickie; U.S. COMPETITIVE AEROBICS FEDERATION, Howard S<hwortz CHANGE OF ADDRESS AND SUBSCRIPTION INQUIRIES: In order 10 ensure uninlerrupled delivery 01 TE(HNIQUE magazine, nolice 01 change 01 address should be mode eighl weeks in advance. For loslesl service, please endose your presenl moiling label. ~irect all subscriplion moil 10 TE(HNIQUE Subscriplions, USA Gymnoslics, 201 S. Copilol Ave., Sle. 300, Indianapolis, IN46225.

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DEPARTMENTS 2 Event Schedule 4 USA Gymnastics Message

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PROGRAM UPDATE 24 2006 National Congress 36 Men's Program Update 38 Women's Program Update 44 Rhythmic Program Update

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SUMMER IS HERE, AND IT IS ONCE AGAIN TIME TO GET EXCITED ABOUT NATIONAL Gymnastics Day. USA Gymnastics invites your club and members to participate. This year we have a new twist for National Gymnastics Day that we think is going to make your summer and National Gymnastics Day the best yet!

In the past, National Gymnastics Day has focused on building awareness of gymnastics. This year, not only are we are trying to show gymnastics is a great sport, but also that it is a solid foundation for physical fitness and participation in other sports through our 2006 theme, "A Celebration of Fitness."

In June, the Tyson Fitness Challenge officially makes its debut, both as a fitness initiative and as the newest element of National Gymnastics Day. The Tyson Fitness Challenge is a national program designed to help improve the overall fitness and nutrition of our country's youngsters.

Created under the guidance of fitness and nutrition experts by USA Gymnastics and Tyson Foods, the Tyson Fitness Challenge incorporates exercises and activities in four fundamentals of fitness : cardiovascular conditioning, strength training, flexibility exercise and nutrition.

USA Gymnastics has once again made the Children's Miracle Network (CMN) the official charity of National Gymnastics Day. The Tyson Fitness Challenge culminates on National Gymnastics Day, August 5, and is the primary vehicle for raising money for the Children's Miracle Network as part of the National Gymnastics Day activities. Participants will be able to do the traditional cartwheels or back flips, or they can do up to 100 fitness-related skills.

While learning how to lead a healthier lifestyle, your gymnasts will have the opportunity to help other children as well.

A number of clubs have already signed up to participate in the 8-session Tyson Fitness Challenge, and if you are interested, there is still time to sign up at www.usa-gymnastics. orgjfitnesschallengej. Materials for this program are available both on-line and in printed materials.

Now is the time to start planning your efforts to support National Gymnastics Day and to go online and share your plans with other clubs. This year, the site administrator's guide for National Gymnastics Day is available online at www.usa-gymnastics.orgj events2006ngdj.

This will make it easier than ever to become involved. Don't forget to encourage each participant to set fitness goals and develop a fundraising platform for a donation to the Children's Miracle Network.

Here at USA Gymnastics, not only are we going to have a "celebration of fitness" this summer, but also a celebration of you - our gymnasts, coaches and owners - for breathing new life into our sport and becoming a part of the solution to t he challenges of keeping our children physically fit. Sign up today!

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Using Mental Imagery in Gymnastics.

By Brian C. Hite M.S. and Alison Arnold Ph.D

believe that most people associated with the sport would agree that success in gymnastics requires athletes to deal effectively with issues such as fear, anxiety, and outside distractions that have the potential to devastate their levels of motivation, selfconfidence, and performance. As coaches, our task is not limited to simply providing our athletes with the physical tools necessary for success; we must also provide our athletes with the mental tools that will allow them to handle the cognitive and emotional challenges inherent in competitive gymnastics.

One such tool is mental imagery which, if used properly, can positively affect skill development, arousaL motivation, and confidence (Gliksky, et al., 1996; Jones, et al., 2002; Nicholls, et al., 2005). The goal of this article is to introduce some benefits of mental imagery, discuss several factors that should be considered when using mental imagery, and offer some suggestions as to how mental imagery may be incorporated into training and competition .

Types of and Uses for Mental Imagery

Skill Acquisition One of the most well-documented benefits of mental imagery is its ability to aid in skill acquisition. Studies have shown that visualization is capable of contributing to motor skill development and may be partially substituted for physical practice with no decreases in performance (Hall, 2001). Therefore, when physical ILLUSTRATION BY ZEMETRIA BARNES

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practice is limited by injuries, t ravel, etc., visualization can help athletes maintain or even enhance their levels of performance.

The learning process for a giant on bars is one example of a situation in which mental imagery may be useful for skill acquisition . Using this example, athletes correctly visualizing each piece of the skill along with its accompanying form and body position requirements experience greater awareness of their movements during their physical performance and more meaningful physical and verbal feedback.

Motivation There are two types of goal orientations: task-mastery and ego. Individuals with a task-mastery orientation are primarily motivated by accomplishing personal goals and acquiring new skills, while individuals with an ego orientation are primarily motivated by placing in competitions and demonstrating superiority over their peers. Each athlete has a natural tendency toward one or the other, and the effectiveness of mental imagery designed to increase motivation is contingent upon the coach's awareness of each of his/ her athletes' goal orientations.

Many researchers advocate the exclusive development of the task-mastery orientation; however, due to the competitive nature of athletics, a preferable option is the cOfTlbination of both task-oriented and ego-oriented By understanding motivational efforts (Eliot, 2005). athletes' goal orientations, imagery scripts, such as standing on the podium being awarded a medal (ego orientation) or receiving the congratulations of their teammates after successfully completing a new skill (taskmastery orientation), can be designed that place athletes in the motivational situations to which they are most likely to respond.

Self-confidence Through mental imagery, athletes can feel the positive emotions that accompany successfully completing difficult skills or managing difficult circumstances resulting in a significant increase in their levels of self-confidence (Hall, 2001). An imagery script in which an athlete repeatedly falls on a particular skill during warm up, regroups, and hits the skill perfectly during competition is an example that should bolster self-confidence.

Anxiety/Arousal The final benefit of mental imagery that will be discussed is arousal control. Many gymnasts experience intense, potentially crippling anxiety when they are about to attempt a new skill and before/w hile they compete.

Also, quite a few gymnasts have trouble summoning the energy that is essential for improvement during their day-to-day training. Visualization scripts can be created to help gymnasts learn how to raise their inadequate levels of arousal and to combat, manage, and even utilize their heightened states of arousal in order to enhance performance (Jones, et al., 2002).

During arousal control imagery, athletes shou ld experience an emotional state that is not conducive to the activity in which they are participating (i.e. either too relaxed or too anxious) and then alter that emotional

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state either by "psyching up" or calming down to arrive at the state of arousal suitable for the imagined activity.

For example, an anxiety-inducing script may involve the gymnast arriving late to a meet or a special family member watching her performance.

Other Factors Involved in EHective Visualization

Relaxation Regardless of the type of imagery utilized, there are several common aspects of effective visualization. First, studies show that imagery is more effective when preceded by relaxation exercises (Short, et al., 2001); therefore, instruct your athletes to take several deep, relaxing breaths before guiding them through a visualization scenario.

Vividness Second, the images used sho uld be as vivid as possible and incorporate information from multiple senses (Murphy, 2005). That is, an athlete should not just visualize one aspect of a skill or routine but also the setting in which the skill or routine is completed, the color and type of leotard she is wearing, the location of the judges, coaches, and other athletes, the sounds of her teammates cheering, etc.

Modality Third, imagery modality (i.e. visual or kinesthetic) should be considered when designing an imagery script. Research in this area suggests that both the visual and kinesthetic imagery types are capable of enhancing performance under different circumstances (Glisky, et al., 1996). Visual imagery tends to be more effective for new tasks that require thought, while the kinesthetic imagery is more effective for enhancing the performance of movements that have already been learned. For example, a gymnast who is just beginning to learn how to twist may benefit more from watching herself correctly perform the skill, while a gymnast who has already mastered the basics may benefit more from "feeling" the twist.

Perspective Fourth, the perspective of the imagery must be taken into account. The two types of perspective are external, a third person point of view in which the athlete watches herself perform a skill or routine from the judge's chair or on a movie screen, and internal, a first person point of view in which the athlete visualizes what he/she would see through his/ her own eyes and feel in her own body during the performance of a skill or routine. Research indicates that "" .the more t he subject is ski lled and the more acquainted he or she is with the physical task, the greater probability of him/her achieving actual physical progress through internal imagery." (Pie, et al., 1996, pp. 32+) Hence, internal imagery may be more beneficial for those

athletes who have a firm grasp on the skills they are training, while external imagery may be more beneficial for those athletes who are still mastering the basics.

Practice Finally, practice makes perfect. Visualization is a skill, and just like any other skill, requires multiple repetitions in order to develop proficiency. When working with children, Short, et al. (2001) recommend sessions lasting three to five minutes; however, sessions up to 20 minutes may be used when working with adolescents or young adults (Driskel, et al, 1994).

Making Visualization a Normal Part of Practice and Competition

To begin teaching your athletes to visualize, ask them to take a good look around them, close their eyes, and picture in their minds what they saw, heard, and felt. Ask questions while they are forming their images that remind them to include as many details as possible. Next, lead them through a short visualization script that utilizes a familiar setting. Ask the gymnasts to imagine themselves already at an event and about to perform a skill. Then, talk them through the skill, asking them to "see" and "feel" each piece. This should be a very short visualization

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practice enhance performance? Journal of Applied Psychology, 79(4), pp. 481492.

Efiot. J. F. (2005). Motivation: The need to ochieve. In S. Murphy (Ed.). The Sport Psych Handbook (pp. 3-18). Champaign, Ii:

Human Kineh'cs Publishers. Inc. Gfisky. M. L.. Williams, J. M., & Kihlstrom. J. F. (1996).

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session, but with consistent use it will allow the gymnasts to become more comfortable with mental imagery. Once the athletes become more proficient, you can begin to create more elaborate scripts that target motivation, confidence, and anxiety in addition to skill development.

For several reasons, the best time to conduct visualization exercises is just before the athletes begin warming up on an event. First, because mental imagery has been shown to stimulate many of the same neural and muscular systems that are active during physical practice (Murphy, 2005), using visualization before warming up for an event can help athletes to transition both mentally and physically from one event to another. Second, the period of physical inactivity while visualizing will not serve as a "cool down" period during the middle of a rotation. Third, by having the athletes visualize at the beginning of a rotation, they will be able to immediately apply the benefits of the imagery (i .e. motivation, self-confidence, arousal control, skill development) to physical performance.

Facilitating mental imagery with the entire group is beneficial, but the athletes should also be encouraged to use imagery on their own throughout their workouts and competitions. One great way to help them do this is to have them incorporate visualization into their pre-routine routines. For example, on vault and bars I use the term "on deck" to describe the person who is "next" and the term "on deck circle" to describe a space away from the group where the athletes go to visualize their vault or routine immediately prior to performing. These pre-routine routines provide the athletes with a structure that allows them to refocus their attention, control their anxiety and physical arousal, and immediately recreate the technique and poise present in their mentally rehearsed vaults and bar routines.

Furthermore, this concept can be utilized at meets as well as practice by designating a spot at each event that will serve as the "on deck circle."

Conclusion By teaching your athlete to visualize and making mental imagery a regular part of your athlete's training and competition regiment, you can provide them with a versatile, easy-to-use tool that can help them develop new skills, control their anxiety, and increase their levels of motivation and confidence. X

Brian C. Hite M.S. is a mental training consultant, a team coach at Waller's GymJam Academy in Southern California, and a doctoral student at Walden University.

Alison Arnold Ph.D. is a Peak Performance Consultant to USA Gymnastics. For more information on her workbooks and seminars see www.headgames.ws

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Jones, M. v., Bray, S. R., Mace, R. D., Macrae, A. IY.. & Stockbridge. C. (2002). The Impact of Motivational Imagery on the Emotional State and Self-Efficacy Levels of Novice Cfimbef5. Journal of Sport Behavior. 25(1), 57+. Retrieved April 2, 2006. from Questia dotabase: http://IVWW.questio.com/ PM.qst?(1a()&d''5002456546 Murphy, S. (2005). Imagery: Inner theater becomes reality.

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Champaign, IL: Human Kinetics Publishers, Inc. Nicholls, A. R., Polman. R. C. J., & Holt. N. L. (2005). The effects of individualized imagery interventions on golf performance and flow states. Athletic Insight: The Online Journal of Sport

Psychology (7)1. Retn'eved October 5, 2005, from http://www. athletidnsight.com/ Vol71ss1/ ImageryGo/fFfow.htm Pie. J. 5. , Tenenbaum. G.. Bar¡EIi. M.. EyoL N.. Levy-Kolker. N..

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19(1), 32+. Retn'eved Apn'12, 2006. from Questia database: http:// www_questia.com/PM.qst?a-o&d- 5002278851 Short, S. L A/remow, J.. & Overby, L. (2001). Using Mental Imogery to Enhance Children's Motor Peljormance. JOPERO-The Journal of Physical Education, Recreation & Dance, 72(2), 19.

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Teaching Nutrition t , All G,Ymnastics Students As we are becoming more aware, childhood obesity is a real problem in the United States. According to the Centers for Disease Control, almost one out of six children over the age of 6 is overweight.

Armed with information so readily available today about children's nutrition, gym owners can help fight the battle of childhood obesity while instilling the value of a healthy lifestyle in their students.

Nutrition can be incorporated into gymnastics and dance lesson plans for children of all ages. It is imperative that children learn that health doesn't come from exercise alone. Students must learn that in order to excel at gymnastics or any other sport, diet, nutrition, and ample rest are extremely important. What children put into their bodies has a direct impact on their performance whether they are a competitive or recreational gymnast.

Television characters and Less n plans Thankfully, these alarming statistics about childhood obesity have raised some red flags in the entertainment industry. In an effort to clean up their image, television networks launched campaigns last

year devoted to teaching the importance of good nutrition . The most notable of these efforts can be found on PBS. Cookie Monster admitted that his addiction to cookies was unhealthy and the idea of "always foods" and "sometimes foods" was introduced. Themes like "Too many sweets can make kids feel sick" and "It's important to exercise" have appeared in shows like "Clifford," "Barney," and "Dragon Tales."

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The children warm up to the songs "Chicken Fat" (Kimbo), "Lemon Twist" (Melody House), or "Meat the Beat" (Melody House). As the children begin their activities, the teacher discusses "always foods" or foods that the children can and should eat anytime. Fruits, vegetables, and whole grains are "always foods." Taped to an upright mat, we have a food pyramid so students can visually learn about the JUliE 2006 â&#x20AC;˘ TECHNIQUE

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requires. Using these numbers throughout the lesson wi ll reinforce the importance of t he theme. For example, have the children do three cartwheels, jump in three hoops, hold the sp lits for three seconds, or put th ree ski lls together.

Certainly gym owners ca n use these ideas or create similar activities for their students. The main goal is to reinforce which foods are "always foods" while showing the children that good foods are fun, too! Practicing healthy eating habits should not seem like a chore to young children. Teachers should enthusiastically talk about different types of fruits and vegetables and why they not only taste good but also make our bodies strong, especially for gymnastics class.

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foods they should be eating. The children share what their fa vorite fruits and vegetables are while the teacher explains why these foods are so good for the body.

Through the remainder of class children continue to think about fruits, vegetables, and good nutrition. "Vitamin stations" are set up to teach children about nutrients as they exercise. Station Vitamin A is at the beam , where the students do attitudes. At the next station, Vitamin B, students do a backward roll. While at Vitamin C, the children catch bean bags using the foot launcher. Station Vitamin D is at a trampoline, where the students work on their seat drops.

Also on the tramp, kids lie on their tummy as the teacher jumps.

The child flips just like a pancake. Discuss how some pancakes, like those made with whole grains, are an always food. Be sure to remind the children that chocolate chip pancakes with whipped cream are a sometimes food! Lastly, Station Vitamin E stands for exercise and may include mini-exercise equipment or a mat for children to practice forward rolls.

At each station, encourage the children to think of "always foods" that start with the appropriate letter. For example, at station Vitamin A, students should talk about apples and avocados. Additionally, the teacher should take time to explain where children can find the vitamins their station is named for. For example, at station Vitamin C, the teacher should remind the children that oranges and broccoli are full of Vitamin C. Finally, the teacher should also mention why the vitamins are so good for the students' bodies. For example, Vitamin D builds strong bones and helps prevent injuries.

We also use various pieces of appa ratus to continue teaching nutrition . On the pommel horse, students practice L-suppo rts and hold toy vegetables between their ankles. From the high beam, children do a round-off into a "soup bowl," a donut mat. On the floor beam, children stop and pick up foam vegetab les. At the end of the beam, they throw the vegetables into a bucket to make vegetable soup. Students can eve n add a foam noodle to the bucket for vegetable noodle soup! On one set of uneven bars, the children do glide swings, dropping plastic bananas into a bucket. On another set of uneven bars, students bring their legs up to kick the cherries (red balloons) hanging from the high bar. At each apparatus, be sure to explain the importance of the food or food group being used.

For example, "Vegetable soup is nice and warm, plus it provides our bodies with many different vitamins." Or, "Bananas and cherries taste great and give us energy!"

The theme of your lesson plan could be "5 a Day" for the recommended five servings of fruits and vegetab les. Alternately, use "3 a Day" based on the 3 servings of dairy products the body

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Nutrition education should not be limited to a lesson or two each year. Healthy eating habits need to be reinforced throughout the year. Gym owners can create posters that emphasize the benefits of good nutrition . These posters shou ld be hanging where parents and students wi ll see them. We put information about children's nutrition in every monthly newsletter. Include motivating statistics for parents. Many parents are not aware of how severe the childhood obesity problem is in the United States. Others are not clear on the health risks that are created by obesity. Share this information with the parents at your gym . A healthy recipe that is quick and easy to make could be included as well.

At camps and parties, try to avoid serving "pizza and pop." Serving small bottles of water or juice is often just as inexpensive as cans of pop. While pizza is cheap, easy, and most kids love it, gym owners need to consider if the pizza they're serving meets the nutritional values they are trying to teach their students. If you do serve pizza, explain the benefits that pizza provides (carbohydrates, dairy, protein, etc.). Additionally, explain that pizza is a "sometimes" food and encourage the children to include fruits, vegetables, and less fattening foods into their diet that day.

While alternatives to pizza may be more expensive, owners may find that parents are wi lling to pay more for a camp that offers quality nutritional food. Some alternatives to pizza may include veggie hot dogs or veggie burgers with pretzels. Submarine sandwiches with whole wheat bread may also be a hit with your stude nts.

During class, teachers can talk about nutrition without making it the focus of the lesson. Simple questions like, "What did you eat for breakfast?" can create a teaching opportunity. Parents of kids coming from school can talk about snacks that are healthy to eat before class. Encourage the parents in your gym to give their kids a healthy snack before class and not to conveniently drive through a local fast food joint!

The opportunities for gym owners to incorporate nutrition into their programs are endless. These opportunities must be seized. We, as gym owners, work hard to teach the va lue of physical exercise.

However, a child's health ca nnot be improved by exercise alone. It is our duty to teach a healthy lifestyle, and that lifestyle includes good nutrition. 1\

Patti Kamara's Tumblebear Gym Program and 50 other products for gymnastics schools can be purchased online at www.tumblebear.com; or call (219) 865-2274 to receive Patti's latest catalog.

For ticket, hotel and event information, call 816.229.7775 or visit www.DragonGymnastics.com

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Michael Rodriques and Clare Brunson MICHAEl RODRIGUES AND CLARE Brunson are the perfect pair. They compete in Acrobatic Gymnastics and just won a silver medal at the 2006 World Cup in Belgium . Michael said, "It was really exciting to be at a high level event and medal. It was great to be running with the big dogs." Clare added, "It was the first time for us to compete at a World Cup and to get second was very encouraging."

The duo has a history of success, taking fourth place last season at the World Games in Germany. They also grabbed the title at the 2005 Freedom Cup for balance, dynamic and all-around and were the top pair at the 2005 Machuga Cup in Russia.

Michael is 23 and calls Livermore, Calif. his hometown while Clare is 17 and calls Riverside, Calif., her hometown. They train about four hours per day at Mission Hills Gymnastics and are coached by Youri Voroyev and World Champion Arthur Davis. Both have spent the last three to four years on the national team and have represented the USA at numerous international competitions.

Michael works part time in a warehouse packing orders, shipping and receiving, while Clare is finishing up her junior year of high school.

The two athletes share a common goal - to compete at the World Championships and bring home a medal. They'll get their opportunity this June when they represent the USA at the 2006 Acrobatic Gymnastics World Championships in Coimbra, Portugal.

When asked why they like Acrobatic Gymnastics, Michael said, "There's always something new to learn. The challenges are never ending!" Clare said, "The best part of acro is competitions, meeting people, traveling and winning medals."

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Any suggestions would be appreciated.

BOOT CAMP grad Dear BC Grad, I cannot say that a standard exists in our industry. In general, I think it is fair to say that most businesses pay interview expenses but that is a function of market demand in the industry. In an industry where employees are knocking down the door to get hired anywhere they can , I doubt if a business would bother to pay interview travel expenses. That is not our industry.

Here's how Kids First handles this situation.

If there is a candidate we want to meet face to face, someone who after doing our due diligence we believe that we want as part of our company, then we certainly would offer travel and lodging reimbursement. If we were

unknowing or ambivalent about this person, then we would not offer this. I do not see why anyone would waste their money on a wishywashy candidate. The point is, we do a LOT of investigation before making the decision to fly someone in .

For instance, in a few hours I'm phoning the West Coast to make an offer to 'Sam : Sam interviewed with us last weekend. Before Sam visited, I had spent two hours on phone interviews with him; plus I had phoned all of his seven references, grilling these nice people about Sam as much as my skills would allow. I also contacted three club owners/ friends who I thought might know of Sam or be able to supply a tidbit of information. My point is, that before Sam visited, there had been probably five plus hours of detective work (me) and it all pointed to the same direction-great person, great employee. So, the decision to spend money on travel for this candidate was easy because by decision time, we knew within a 90% probability that Sam would fit into our company.

The Visit Sam arrived on Friday at 1 p.m.; I gave him a 30+ minute tour; then, three of my staff spent the next 1.5 hours in an interview with Sam .

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I suggest paying interview expenses but only after you are 90% sure you want this candidate as a member of your company. In general, no gymnastics school I know of goes to the extent we do to Learn about people and it pays off for us and it will for you.

Best of luck, Jeff 1<;.

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A Movement Education and Lesso n Plan Development Workshop (M ELPD ) co nsists of fi ve enlightening hours of preschool teacher education.

This wo rkshop is continuing education of the KAT Program. The overall emphasis of this works hop is to provide instructors wi th the necessary knowledge to develop preschool gymnastics lesson plans, emphasize developmentally appropriate

practices, fundamental ski ll development, and much more. This workshop is designed to help instructors meet the needs of the individual students and encourage adoption of lifelong physical activity. Attendance at a KAT certification course is highly recommended, but not required to atte nd a MELPD co urse.

If there has never been a KAT or MELPD workshop in yo ur area, 2006 is a great time to host a wo rkshop. Any club can host a wo rkshop and it's free. The only things you'll need are an empty room and a TV & VCR. If your works hop has 12 paid participants, your

club will receive one free registration. Member Clubs receive two free registrations, with 12 paid participants. Complimentary regi strations are non-transferable an d will only be va lid at the works hop you are hosti ng. The workshop must maintain the minimum attendance of 12 for complimentary registrations. Courses that do not meet minimum participatio n levels are subj ect to resch edu ling or ca ncellation .

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merican Athletic, Inc:s (AAI) new TAC/ 10 International Vault Table recently attained FIG approval for use in international competition .

The table offers improved grip, enhanced performance and features a durable, composite leather cover that can be easily cleaned.

The reactive foam pad allows for increased amplitude and a softer feel, creating a more forgiving surface to help reduce the risk of injury. The table also features a built-in gas-spring assisted adjustment system, dual spin and snap lock mechanisms, and easy-to-read height indicators.

TAC/ 10 products were used in J.D. competitions throughout the 2006 season and were placed in several gyms in the U.S. where elite athletes train . The TAC/ 10 LZT Vault Table and Vault Board were used extensively throughout the 2006 college season, and are in the process of gaining approval for use at 2007 Women's NCAA Regional and National Championships. TAC/ 10 vaulting tables have also been delivered to the USA Gymnastics Men's and Women's Training Centers for our U.S. athletes to use.

"The new table is rapidly gaining acceptance. With the positive response we've had from athletes and coaches alike, the new TAC/ 10 material is the next evolution in equipment for the sport of gymnastics," said Scott Roth , AAI Senior Vice President of Gymnastics Sales. "In addition to the table, our TAC/ 10 full line includes a vault board, training beam, pommel horse, pommel trainer, cleaning kit, and towel."

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the ring God," Marc Janovics says, rolling up his sleeve to show off his muscles.

Janovics has just performed a Maltese, an impressive feat of strength on still rings.

Like any other elite gymnast, Janovics' life centers around his sport.

He faces the challenges of maintaining his body composition, finding the time and energy to practice as often as possible and handling the pressures of competitions. But Janovics faces one challenge that other elite gymnasts don't have.

The 26-year-old gymnast was born with Down Syndrome. Janovics was what the doctors call a "floppy baby," slow to hold his head up and to develop motor skills that other kids acquire naturally. He did not walk until he was 26 months old and struggled with low muscle tone, short limbs and cognitive impairment. But the "Ring God" had already begun to master these obstacles before he'd even seen a pair of still ri ngs.

"Marc did interesting things when he was a baby," says Marge Janovics, Marc's mother. "I was always finding him in sinks and he would hang from every surface he could find ."

Mrs. Janovics first took her son to Elk Grove Gymnastics School when he was 6 years old and he became hooked. "All through elementary schooL they couldn't get him off the monkey bars at recess," said Mrs. Janovics. "He'd come home from school with open sores and bloody rips on his hands," she added. A gym teacher said that when Marc disappeared, he would always know where to find him. ''I'd have to look up," he said, "and he'd be hanging or climbing somewhere."

Training under coach, Glen Marks, Janovics has defied all the expectations of gymnasts with Down Syndrome. He has been the state champion in his division in Special Olympics for the last 16 years and is the only Level 4 male gymnast in the state. "The skills he's doing are way beyond what we ever thought he'd be able to do," Marks says.

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the state's history to compete at the junior varsity and varsity levels. He won five meets-three on rings and two on floor, and placed 15th on rings at the high school conference meet. His teammates gave him the title "Ring God." Janovics started at Elmhurst College this fall in the Elmhurst Life Skills Academy program. "Being a college student was a big dream of mine," said Janovics.

Janovics is a wonderful example of what hard work, dedication and perseverance is all about. X

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42nd ANNUAL USA GYMNASTICS NATIONAL CONGRESS and TRADE SHOW Held in conjunction with 2006 Visa Championships August 16-19,2006 St. Paul, Minnesota

Who should aHend?

All USA Gymnastics Professional 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 oHered?

Three days of education with over 135 sessions offered. Lectures given by recognized top people in the field. Sessions on coaching, judging, business, preschool, recreational, sports science, fitness, Group Gymnastics and cheerleading. The leading experts in the areas of Women's, Men's, Rhythmic, Acrobatics and Trampoline and Tumbling programs will present. The Trade Show exhibit hall will feature 200 booths of products and information from over 85 different Industry Member vendors.

Special events taking place in the exhibit hall daily.

Where?

Saint Paul RiverCentre - Congress & Trade Show Xcel Energy Center - Visa Championships-Artistic Roy Wilkins Auditorium- Visa Championships-Rhythmic and Acrobatics Gymnastics

All under one Roof Hotels

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August 19, 2006

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Special rate for All-Session ticket package at $99.00 for Congress attendees.

Rhythmic and Acrobatic Gymnastics events included in Congress registration fee.

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Cost Early Bird Member $ 235.00 Early bird non·member $335.00.

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ASHLEY MILES NAMED NATIONAL COLLEGIATE GYMNAST OF THE YEAR 1IAJI~~I.I.I:.l~ I • .:.

• senior, has been chosen the nation's top collegiate female gymnast for 2006. The honor was based on the resuLts of nationaL baLLoting among 1,000 NCAA member schools as part of the Collegiate Women Sports Awards program, now in its 30th year.

Miles' victory will earn her the Honda Award, given annually to the top women athletes in 12 NCAAsanctioned sports, along with automatic nomination for the Collegiate Woman Athlete of the Year. She was voted over three other nominees: Courtney Kupets, a freshman at The University of Georgia, Ashley Postell, a sophomore at The University of Utah, and Kate Richardson, a senior at The University of California at Los Angeles. The candidates were selected by the National Association of Collegiate Gym nastics Coaches.

Miles won her third NCAA vault title this year, making her only the second gymnast in NCAA history, and first in over twenty years, to win a trio of vault titles. It was her fourth overall NCAA title (vault 2003, 2004 and 2006; floor exercise 2004).

As a senior, Miles earned All-American honors in the all-around, vault and floor exercise, pushing her career total to 12, all of which are first team honors.

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International Hall of Fame Inductees SHANNON MILLER, the most decorated gymnast in U.s. history, was inducted into the International Gymnastics Hall of Fame along with Shannon Miller was inducted into the three others. The other International Gymnastics Hall of Fame. inductees are Vladimir Artemov, who won four gold medals in 1988 as a member of the gold medal-winning Soviet Union team; Natalia Kuchinskaya, a gold medal winner on the balance beam on the Soviet Union team that won gold at the 1968 Mexico City Olympics; and Eizo Kenmotsu, who won the all-around at the 1970 World Championships and was on japan's teams that won consecutive gold medals in 1968,1972 and 1976.

German equipment company director Ulrich Spieth was recognized with an International Order of Merit.

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Congratulations to the Nassar family - Larry, Stefanie, 4-year-old Caroline Kellie, nearly 2-year-old Katelyn Mary, and, of course, Ryan! X·

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-- Harry Bierke Inducted USA GYMNASTICS MEN'S OFFICIAL Harry Bjerke was inducted into the Suffolk Sports Hall of Fame, along with six other inductees. The ceremony was held on May 2 at West Lake Inn in Patchogue, N.Y. There are now 200 members.

Harry Bjerke has contributed more than 30 years of service to the sport of gymnastics and has been a highly respected men's brevet judge for 25 years. He has judged three of the past Olympic Games, 1996, 2000, and 2004. He has also judged eig ht World Championships and three World Cups as well as earning the rank of FIG Technical Expert in the last two quadrenniums. Harry has served as the Men's Technical Director or judge at every USA Championships, Olympic and World Championships Trials since 1977 .

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UPDATE CONFERENCE CALL MINUTES MARCH 3, 2006 The meeting was called to order at 9:35 a.m. CST by Chairman Yoichi Tomita.

I. ROLL CALL Members Present:

MPC Chairman & Vice Chairman for Men ....... ....................... Yoichi Tomita MPC Secretary & Junior Coaches' Representative .Bill Foster Junior Coaches' Representative . . . .............................. Steve Butcher Senior Coaches' Representative . . ............................ Kurt Golder Senior Coaches' Representative ... .................................... Miles Avery Ath letes' Representative Thornton Athletes' Representative . . . . ... .John Roethlisberger Present, Not Voting:

NationaL Gymnastics Judges Association ............................... Butch Zunich Senior Program Coordinator..... ................................ Ron Brant Men's Program Director ... . ........................................................... . . ....................... Dennis McIntyre

II. SELECTION OF PACIFIC ALLIANCE TEAM Ron Brant presented several alternatives for the 4 members of the Pacific Alliance Team.

Motion: Select Guillermo Alvarez, David Durante, Jonathan Horton, and Brett McClure as members of the Pacific Alliance Team Motion: Miles Avery Second: Kurt Golder PASSED: 7-0 Motion: Select David Sender and Michael Reavis as first and second alternates respectively for the Pacific Alliance Team Motion: Yoichi Tomita Second: John Roethlisberger PASSED: 7-0 Motion: Select Vitaly Marinitch as the Pacific Alliance Team coach Motion: Kurt Golder Second: Jay Thornton PASSED: 7-0

III. QUALIFYING PROCEDURE FOR THE 2006 VISA CHAMPIONSHIPS There was extensive discussion of the qualifying procedures to the 2006 Visa Championships and to the Elite Qualifier.

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Motion: Senior Division: Current Senior National Team, top 6 US citizen athletes from NCAA, top 24 from the National Qualifier (plus open spots from the NCAA selections) and top 3 athletes from the National Qualifier on each event. Petitions to the 2006 Visa Championships will be accepted for consideration by the MPC. Motion: Yoichi Tomita Second: Kurt Golder PASSED: 7-0 Motion: Junior Division: Top 12 US citizen athletes from each division (14-15 and 16-18) at the Junior Olympic National Championships and the top 6 in each division (14-15 and 16-18) from the National Qualifier.

Petitions to the US Championships will be accepted for consideration by the MPC. Motion: Bill Foster Second: Jay Thornton PASSED: 7-0

IV. THE CALL John Roethlisberger left the call at 10:00 am CST

V. ATHLETE QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR THE ELITE QUALIFIER Motion: Senior Division - The top 50 athletes using the MPC approved point system from the 2006 Winter Cup Challenge. Video petitions will be also be considered by the MPC. Video petition guidelines will be published with the National Qualifier and Visa Championships information posted on the USA Gymnastics web site.

Motion: Yoichi Tomita Second: Bill Foster PASSED: 6-0 Motion: Motion: Second: PASSED:

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Motion: Competition format for the National Qualifier will be as follows: â&#x20AC;˘ Teams win be kept together unless they exceed the size of the rotation group.

• Athletes attempting to qualify for the Junior Division and athletes pre-qualified for the Senior Division at the Visa Championships will compete in the first session.

• Athletes attempting to qualify for the Senior Division will compete in the second session.

• Petitioned athletes may be placed into either session.

• Additional matting specification will be: • Up to 10cm additional matting on FX (can't be moved) • Up to 10cm additional matting on SR - VT - PB - HB • 20cm mat on VT and HB is permitted, as long as the total mat thickness does not exceed 40cm • An additional 20cm mat at HB may be used for releases and removed prior to the dismount.

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Motion: Bill Foster Second: Steve Butcher PASSED: 6-0

VI. 2006 VISA CHAMPIONSHIPS FORMAT Motion: There will be 2 preliminary sessions. The first preliminary session will feature the Junior Division and the second session will feature the Senior Division. The top 36 athletes using the MPC approved point system which will include both the junior and senior session and the top three athletes on each event using scores from both preliminary sessions will qualify to the 2006 Visa Championships Finals. The MPC approved point system format will be published

by June 1, 2006.

Motion: Bill Foster Second: Steve Butcher PASSED: 6-0

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•CONFERENCE • CALL MINUTES APRIL 3, 2006 The meeting was called to order at 10:08 a.m. COT by Chairman Yoichi Tomita.

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John Roethlisberger Butch Zunich Ron Brant Dennis McIntyre

• Respectfully submitted by Bill Foster, Junior Coaches Representative Approved by: Dennis McIntyre, Men's Program Director Approved by: Steve Penny, USAG President

II. FIG BREVET COACHES' COURSE There was discussion of possible attendees available to attend the FIG Brevet Coaches' Course in Japan . In view of the fact that this is the first course, no one really knows what will happen. Jim Hartung is the only judge who attended the Intercontinental Judges' Course that is available.

Motion: Send Jim Hartung and Ron Brant and request a 3rd spot for Dennis McIntyre Motion: Yoichi Tomita Second: Jay Thornton PASSED: Unanimously

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III. WORLD UNIVERSITY GAMES SELECTION PROCEDURE Dennis McIntyre reviewed a revised Selection Procedure Document for the 2007 World University Games.

Motion: Approve the Selection Procedure Document for the 2007 World University Games Motion: Miles Avery Second: Bill Foster PASSED: Unanimously

IV. UPDATE THE 2006·2008 SCHEDULE Dennis McIntyre reviewed upcoming events through 2007, identifying needs and concerns with the events.

V. ADJOURNMENT Motion: Motion: Second: PASSED:

To Adjourn at 10:41 am CDT Jay Thornton Steve Butcher Unanimously

NATIONAL ELITE PROGRAM COMMITTEE CONFERENCE CALL APRIL 26, 2006 The meeting was called to order 1:00 p.m. by Gary Anderson, National Elite Program Chairman.

I. ROLL CALL Chairman ............................... Gary Anderson Region I ..................................... absent Region II .................................. Brad Loan Region IlL ............ . ......... Chris Burdette Region IV................................. Greg LaFleur Region V................................... Amy Scheer-Wert (proxy for Mary Lee Tracy) Region VI.......................... .... absent Connnue on p. 40 >

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II. PRE ELITE QUALIFICATION SCORES TO THE U.S. CHALLENGE Recommendation to accept the following qualification scores to the u.s. Challenge.

• Qualification scores • HOPES - 45.00 All Around • Junior Pre Elite - 48.00 All Around • Senior Pre Elite - 50.00 All Around • Scores can be attained from an Elite Regional Qualifier, a National Elite Qualifier (or National Team Training Camps - see Recommendation #3 below) Motion: Jen Bundy Second: Chris Burdette PASSED

III. QUALIFICATION SCORES FROM NATIONAL TEAM AND DEVELOPMENTAL TRAINING CAMPS. Recommendation that Verification Scores from the National Team and Developmental Training camps can be used to qualify to the u.S. Challenge.

• Routines must be "full set" routines and on competition equipment • Scores are retroactive from January 2006.

Motion: Toni Rand

Second: Greg Lafleur PASSED

IV. THE COMMITTEE REVIEWED THE ELiTE/TOP CALENDAR FOR THE REMAINDER OF THE 2006 SEASON AND NOTED A COUPLE OF CHANGES: • U.S. Classic - Kansas City, MO hosted by Great American Gymnastics Express, JuLy 28-30, 2006 • NationaL ELite Program Committee Members were asked to make pLans to attend the U.S. Classic/ ChaLLenge in Kansas City for their annuaL meeting.

• NationaL TOP Testing has been moved to September 22-24, 2006

V. TOP CAST HANDSTAND TEST CRITERIA Recommendation to accept the following TOP Cast Handstand Test criteria • Test is performed on the low bar • Athlete cannot use grips • At least one skill cushion (in addition to the regular matting) must be placed under the low bar • Coach can stand next to the low bar (for safety) but cannot spot the athlete • 7-8 year old - maximum 5 cast attempts (each properly executed cast handstand will receive 2 credits; same as the Press Handstand Test).

• 9-11 year old - maximum 10 cast attempts (each properly executed cast handstand will receive 1 credit) • Credit is given to only those properly executed cast handstands (onnnue on p. 42 >

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• Once the hips leave the bar, it is considered as an attempted cast.

• Athlete may have one fall; however, she must immediately remount the bar (with NO rechalking) and CONTINUE her test.

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• If an athlete completes a properly executed cast handstand and then falls, the cast will receive 1/2 credit.

• A properly executed cast handstand has: • Legs straight throughout the cast, • Arms straight once the hips leave the bar, • Body straight throughout the cast, • Attains a straight handstand position Motion: Jen Bundy Second: Chris Burdette PASSED Meeting adjourned 2:20 p.m.

Motion: Jen Bundy Second: Toni Rand

•JUDGE • SELECTION COMMITTEE CONFERENCE CALL

MAY 3, 2006 The meeting was called to order 1:00 pm by Steve Rybacki, International Elite Program Committee Chair.

I. ROLL CALL lEC Chairman ................................ ........... .................................... ...... Steve Rybacki

National Team Coordinator ........................................... Marta Karolyi Judge Representative ............................................................... Sharon Weber Vice President of Program . . . .. ....................................... Kathy Kelly WPD ..m... ................... .. Gary Warren

II. JUDGE ASSIGNMENTS FOR REMAINDER OF 2006 Recommendation to accept the following judge assignments for the remainder of 2006.

• Belgium World Cup • Sylvia Brestyan • Moscow World Cup • Cheryl Hamilton • May Camps • May 24-28, Elisabeth Crandall • May 28-June 1, Carole Bunge • June National Qualifier • Tatiana Perskaia, Sharon Weber, Kristie Phillips, Chelle Stack • Dutch Open (if we attend) • Pat Panichas • July Camp • Maria DeCristoforo • July National Qualifier • Pat Panichas, Cheryl Hamilton, Sheri Mann, Sheryl Dundas • U.S. Classic/Championships • Vault • A - Cheryl Hamilton, Chelle Stack • B - Sue Graff, Kittia Carpenter • Bars • A - Pat Panichas, Elisabeth Crandall • B - Carole Bunge, Piper White • Beam • A - Sharon Weber, Sheri Mann • B - Linda Mulvihill, Joan Gnat • Floor • A - Maria DeCristoforo, Jenny Rowland • B - Sylvia Brestyan, Sheryl Dundas • U.S. Challenge • Compulsory Competition - All B Panel Judges • Optional Competition - All A Panel Judges Connnue on p. 44 >

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> Continue from p. 42 Motion: Steve Rybacki Second: Marta KaroLyi PASSED

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RHYTHMIC PROGRAM COMMITTEE MEETING CONFERENCE CALL APRIL 3, 2006.

I. ROLL CALL Coach Representative ....... ................... ................................... Lucy Kerznerman Judge Representative . . . ............ m...m... Nadine Davies Vice Chair.. . .................................. Andrea Schmid

II. CHANGES TO THE RHYTHMIC OPERATING CODE 3.02, D - Delete Four Continents, add Pacific Alliance 3.03 - Delete F.- National Team coordinator 3.05, A. - add #2-6, clarification of election process 3.06 - cha nge to Rhythmic Vice Chair will serve as Chair.

3.08 - delete (4) add (3) 3.10 - delete 4.02, G - delete 4.03 - delete D and E 4.04, A - delete 4.05, A,B -add#1-5, clarification of election process 4.06 - add must be a member of the committee and add (4 year term) 4.07, E - change to The Chair will appoint a member to serve as meeti ng secreta ry.

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Course code: HF07212006MI Instructor: Helen Fry 989·754·7401

24 Cincinnati, OH 45202; TIme TBD Region 5 Congress, Hotel Cincinnati Netherland Plaza, 35 W. 5th SI. Directions: 513-421 ·4291 -Iocol information only Course code: XXOB2420060H Instructor: Bobbi Montanari 614·777-9430

23 Itasca, IL 60143; 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

350 EIrving Park RD, In Conjunction with Illinois State Congress Directions: Kris Eisenmann 630·773-2257 Course code: EP072320061L Instructor: Edgar Pulido 630-784..,4601

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2 Ft Lauderdale, FL; 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

Hyatt Regency Pier 66, Region 8 Congress Directions: Marci Kaplan 954-922-6520

12 WBabylon, NY 11704; 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

BK Gymnastics Center Directions: Ed Konopa 631 -422-0116 Course code: EK08122006NY Instructor: Ed Konopa 631 -422-0116 12 PLEASE NOTE DATE CHANGE! Woodward, PA 16882; 10:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

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September 2B Atlantic City, NJ; TIme TBD Region 7 Congress, The Clarion Hotel & Conference Center, 6821 Black Horse Pike, Atlantic City West, NJ 08234 Directions: 609-272-0200 -Iocol information only Course code: XX09282006NJ Instructor: Phil Fronk 856-786-3977

October 6 Kent, OH 44242-0001 ; 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Kent State University Directions: Carol Arnaut 330-534-1999 Course code: BM 100620060H Instructor: Bobbi Montanari 614-777-9430

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