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• this would not only increase the viewer­ship for our events, it also would get more people watching gymnastics

• Branding of the Member Clubs with USA Gymnastics and national team athletes

These are just a few of the changes you will see in both the Member Club program and in the way we will conduct business in the future . If you have ideas of your own please email them to the offke~rebound@usa-g ymnastics.org

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ant to Build Up Your BOYS ENROLLMENT?

Interview with Sarah Jane Clifford of the Gymnastics Training Center of Rochester by Luan Peszek

• I always wondered, "If I Build It Will They • Come?" I Built It And They Came! • Sarah Jane Clifford of the Gymnastics Training Center of • Rochester had an idea. Why not invite Titan the Gladiator (who

lives in NY) to her gym and have a Gladiator Day for boys. So, the plans were put into motion. The date was set, the gladiator stations were developed, the medals were ordered, the staff was educated, the media was notified and the ads began to run in local papers-IIWe Are Looking For A Few Good Men! Come Meet Titan from the American Gladiators. Free of Charge! Come for an action packed event!

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The Junior Gladiator Day was a great success. In the first year the event attract­ed 150 boys, the second and third year the event attracted 400 boys and this year will mark the fourth year of the event. The event is always held the Sunday after Thanksgiving from 1:00-3:00 p.m. The event is free but the parents must fill out a waiver release form. The event is for boys ages 5 and up and the majority of the boys were in the 8-10 year old age category.

What better way to get boys in your gym than to let them do what boys like to do: climb, jump, run, flip and twist. The boys were bro­ken into groups by age and size and here are some of the stations that were developed for the Junior Gladiator Day.

There were relay running races, sack races, 3-legged races, forward roll races, forward roll while in the sack races, and pull your partner while he sits on the sack races. Tape lines were made across the floor exercise, teams were formed, mats were placed at the end of the floor against the walls for safety and the races began! These races emphasized team work and cooperation.

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TRY A GLADIATOR DAY (continued from page 7)

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o THEWALL. A wall was built over the men's high "':::':;:'~""':';;:~ ' women's uneven bars mats/resi pits. The boys had to climb up the wall and jump into the pit or large pile of mats. The top and sides of the resi pit were tied to the bars so that the pit would not fall down. This is great condi­tioning.

•• A low beam was placed over the pit. A pair of boys, each with a nerf bat in hand, tried to knock one another off the beam into the pit. Another version of the joust, done with older kids, was to put the boys on platforms (like the big spools of thread) and give them a broomstick with padding on each end. The boys had to try and push one another off the spool. (p-bar blocks would also work for the platforms).

FLIP OUT •

Each boy was put in a spotting belt and got to try a flip on the trampoline. For many it was their first chance to flip. They loved it!

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o SLING SHOT.

A Zip-line was used to sling shot the boys from point A to point B.

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o ILLUMINATOR.

o CRAB SOCCER.

••• •••• With large round inner tubes around their waists and a large circle drawn on the floor exercise mat, the boys tried to bounce each other out of the circle. They were not allowed to use their hands or body, they could only touch their oppo­nent with the inner tube around their waist. If any body part went out of the circle, the game was over. (you can purchase the inner tubes from Flaghouse).

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The boys had to walk like a crab (on hands and feet with belly pointing towards the ceiling) and kick the giant sized soccer ball to try and score a goal for their team. This builds up the strength in their arms!

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TRY A GLADIATOR DAY (continued from page 9)

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o ROPE CLIMB.

•• • The boys got to climb the rope and see how high they could get.

4D MISCELLANEOUS.

BREAK THROUGH AND CONQUER •

• • sat with an air compressor gun. The boys had to • start at one end and make their way across the • floor without getting hit by one of the nerf balls. Trapezoid mats were used for the boys to hide behind as they made their journey across the floor. •

To get from one station to the next the boys had to do obstacle course type activities such as running or jump­ing on the tumble track and jumping into the pit; walking on the beams that were in a zig zag formation, one right next to the other; climbing up the parallel bars that had one end raised and the other end low; climbing through tunnels or donut mats; running through the pit; climbing over the beam, and under the next, climb­ing over the beam and under the next, etc.

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"I didn't know gymnastics was this much fun!"

In the end, all the boys were given a "Medal of Honor" to wear around their neck and a signed photograph of Titan. The boys' parents could also take a photo of their son with Titan. The Gymnastics Training Center banner was strategically placed in front of the table.

Sarah Jane estimates that about 10% of the participants in Junior Gladiator Day, who were not currently enrolled in a gynmastics class, signed up for a class at the Gymnastics Training Center.

Many of the boys remarked, "1 didn't know gymnastics was this much fun!"

The media was invited and all of the local stations turned out and did a nice story on the Gymnastics Training Center and the Junior Gladiator Day. It has become a very successful event. •

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for Young Boys Ages 4-6

By Yuejin Sun, Bo Morris and Chuck Rowell - Coaches at Alamo Gymnastics Center in San Antonio, Texas

Strength and flexibility development is a necessity at any level of gymnastics accomplishment. Beginning gymnasts with these physical attributes are almost always chosen for early advance­ment. Attention to the individual mastery of basic shapes and / or body positions is necessary for correct skill development in the future and is most often overlooked in the early stages.

A positive, enthusiastic attitude by the coach stressing the importance of physical presentation in gymnastics exercises and/ or skills, helps develop an attitude of "quality in performance" at the beginning for the young gym­nasts. Each coach should insure, early in each young gymnasts training, the development of positive mental attitudes towards physical presentation and that, presentation excellence is accomplished through many repeti­tions of basic body shapes and positions.

Comments of Interest:

• Based on young athletes anatomy and physiological characteristics, select shoulder, chest, hips, wrists, and ankle flexibility exercises combined with strength and resilience exercises to increase joint mobility and strength.

• Using more dynamic movement exercises as opposed to high intensity static exercises.

• Execute landing exercises correctly to prevent spine, knees and hips from abnormal develop­ment.

• Alternate upper body strength and lower body strength, supporting strength and hanging strength in order to reduce injury of overloading in certain area.

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FLEXIBILITY Legs, Trunk, Hips, Shoulders, Wrists, Ankles Pancake hold 15 seconds 3 times

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Left and Right half splits hold 20 seconds 3 times

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PHYSICAL PREPARATION FOR YOUNG BOYS AGES 4·6 (continued from pnge 13)

Left and Right splits hold 15 seconds 3 times

Pike (trunk) stretch hold 15 seconds 3 times

Note: Pike (Trunk) Stretch-Also use the chalk line to encourage them to reach to the line as close as possible.

Shoulder Flexion 20 seconds 3 times Stretch with help 10 seconds 2 times

German hang on rings 15 seconds 3 times or on high bar 10 seconds 2 times

El-grip hang on bar or sticks 10 seconds 2 times

Toe point hold 10 seconds 3 times

Sitting on heels with knees on floor.

Feet on mat stretch hold 20 seconds 3 times

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PHYSICAL PREPARATION FOR YOUNG BOYS AGES 4·6 (continued from page 14)

SUPPORTING STRENGTH 10 push ups on single bar 3 times 10 seconds L support 3 times

20 seconds tight body incline handstand 3 times 20 seconds tight body handstand against wall 3 times 10 seconds tight body handstand with teammate's help Note: Tight body holds with teammate's help develops a good team concept and partnership. Also, helps g1jmnasts correct each other and develops a good eye for proper technique and improved understanding.

Front support walk 30 feet on hands forward and backward 2 times Back support walk 30 feet forward 2 times Side support 10 seconds 3 times

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10 seconds hold with straight arms rings turned out 3 times

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HANGING STRENGTH 15 seconds tight and straight body hanging 3 times 15 seconds hold with pull up position 3 times

10 seconds hang with "L" hold 3 times 10 seconds "V" hang 3 times

(continued on page 18)

PHYSICAL PREPARATION FOR YOUNG BOYS AGES 4·6 (continued from pnge 17)

LEG STRENGTH 30 feet two foot hops forward and backward 2 times Bouncing over 10 inch high rails 3 times Standing long jump 5 times

10 straddle leg lifts 3 times

BODY POSITION AND SHAPING Straight, hollow and landing Tight body hold 10 seconds against resistance 3 times Straight body lower down and pick up 5 times

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Straight and tight body hold 15 seconds 5 times each (lower back push stick and tight, stomach push off stick)

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PHYSICAL PREPARATION FOR YOUNG BOYS AGES 4·6 (con tinued froll1 pnge 24)

STRENGTH AND FLEXIBILITY DEVELOPMENT CHART

CATEGORY EXERCISE 1 sl 2nd 3rd 4th 5th 6th 7th

FLEXIBILITY center split left split right split pancake stretch trunk flexion shoulder flexion shoulder rotation skin the cat/ German hanging

S PEE D 45 feet 75 feet vertical jump standing long jump

STRENGTH hollow hold arch hold straight body hanging skin the cat/German hanging HS stomach against wall push ups on floor bar dips with heels on the rails pull ups hold on bar/ring

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One of the easiest skills to learn but most difficult to perfect is the round-off. The round-off precedes and thus con­trols the remainder of the backward tumbling pass. Because the round-off is learned by every gymnast and serves as perhaps the earliest introduction to twisting while inverted, the round-off has a profound influence on later

learning and skill execution. Round-offs are often learned in backyards and gym dass before the athlete comes to gym­nastics. Round-offs are fairly resistant to radical changes once a habit has been acquired by the gymnast so that chang­ing round-off direction is difficult.

Right Foot

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Twist Direction Recent conversations on the Internet have shown that many do not understand twist direction in a round­off. It appears that the direction of the first hand down (right or left) is often mistaken for the tum direction of the round-off. The sim­ple rule is that the twist direction is opposite of the first-hand-down in

the round-off. Figure 1 shows a depiction of the round-off to demonstrate this idea. One of the reasons for this misunder­standing is the paradoxical relationship of twist direction based on being right-side-up or upside-down. To demonstrate this you can stand and while looking down at your hand, rotate your right hand in a counterclockwise circle. Then while keeping your hand rotating counterclockwise begin raising your right arm so that the hand continues to move in a circle, but you are looking at your hand from underneath. You'll find that the hand is now rotating clockwise. As shown in Figure 1, left is still left and right is still right. This can become confusing because the vestibular apparatus doesn't recognize right and left only clock­wise and counterclockwise rotational acceleration.

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Multiple Somersaults and Twisting One of the important aspects of round-offs is that they usually become the foundation for forward twisting due to the round­off's similarity to a barani. A problem may develop for those gymnasts who learn to twist their backward somersault in one direction while their forward somersaults are twisting in the opposite direction. This can result when the gymnast does a left-hand-down-first round-off and learns to twist backward somersaults to the left. Because a left-hand-down-first round­off is actually twisting to the right, then the gymnast is twist­ing forward and backward in different directions. This situa­tion may not matter if the gymnast never does a multiple som­ersault with twist. For example, if the gymnast wants to per­form a half-in half-out as an uneven bar dismount as the gym­nast begins the backward somersault in the flyaway and does the first half turn, he/ she will most likely be twisting left. As the first somersault is being completed (along with the first half twist), then the gymnast is now somersaulting forward and needs to perform another half twist. The gymnast usually

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1999 NATIONAL CONGRESS

INFORMATION

DATES: Thursday,August 26 - Saturday,August 28

ADD-ONS: Wednesday, August 25 and Sunday, August 29

LOCATION: Sacramento, California

VENUE: Sacramento Convention Center

HOTELS: Various-The official Congress Hotels will be announced in an upcoming issue of Technique magazine and on USA Gymnastics Online. wwwousa-gymnasticsoorg Watch for more information about hotel reservation procedures in order to take advantage of our discounted rates.

CHAMPIONSHIPS: The National Congress is held in conjunction with the 1999 John Hancock U.S. Gymnastics Championships (MW).

A special John Hancock U.S. Gymnastics

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attendees will be available soon in Technique magazine.

CONSEQUENCES OF THE ROUND-OFF TWIST DIRECTION (continued franl pnge 27)

does a "barani-type" movement in the forward somersault (second somersault) to complete the half-in half-out. However, the example gymnast here twists the barani movement oppo­site to the backward somersault twist. It is more effective to twist both somersaults in the same direction so that the gym­nast does not have to arrest the turn in one direction and then generate it in the other. As twisting in multiple somersaults increases, this problem can become even more burdensome. It is wise to plan ahead so that the gymnast learns twisting in the same direction, both forward and backward to avoid this kind of problem.

Round-Offs and Arabians One of the first twisting opportunities from a round-off for some gymnasts is the arabian dive roll and arabian somersault. Gymnasts often twist the arabian turn in the opposite direction of the round off twist direction. This is usually due to the gym­nast performing an incomplete turn at the end of the round-off prior to foot contact. This results in the round-off looking more like a cartwheel that lands on two feet. The "early" turn at the end of the round-off gives the gymnast a "head-start" into the arabian turn, making the skill somewhat easier. However, this approach results in a round-off twisting in one direction and the arabian twisting in the other direction. The opposite direc­tions of twist may set the stage for later backward twisting that forces the gymnast to relearn a forward twist because the back­ward somersault twisting and the forward somersault twisting occur in different directions .

The problem of arabian turns and round-offs can be problem­atic in another area. When a gymnast performs a twisting take off to a somersault, the gymnast usually places the foot / leg of the side he/ she twists toward more to the rear than the other foot. For example, if the gymnast twists backward to the left, the left foot usually lands behind the right foot prior to take off. Where this becomes an issue is primarily on balance beam dur­ing twisting dismounts from a round-off. Because the gymnast cannot readily land and take off with the feet side-by-side on balance beam, a choice must be made. When the gymnast learns a round-off on balance beam, one should encourage the gymnast to place the foot behind that is the same direction as backward twisting. Often gymnasts learn a round-off on bal­ance beam before learning to twist a backward somersault so vigilance and attention to detail are important.

Round-offs and Forward Twisting Attention to detail in forward twisting is also important. Athletes often learn to twist in forward somersaulting by performing a barani that is scarcely different from a round-off without placing the hands. Without going into detail regarding the effectiveness of this approach in general, one needs to ensure that forward twisting experiences are consistent with the round-off twist direction in order to avoid conflicts in later skills .•

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LET'S GET THEM INTO CLASS

First, consider your primary points of encounter. Ads, phone calis, newslet­ters, brochures, web pages and all front line personnel should promote the cause. Over the phone we have had much success with the phrase "Would you like to try a free trial class?" We go on to explain the benefits of meeting the teacher, touring our facility and answering all the client's questions in person. In print we ask the potential client to call first and schedule a free trial class.

A II gym owners will agree that your chances of landing a new client are greatly increased if you can get them into the gym. The coaches are then able to work their magic. Teach that preschooler to roll down the wedge,

jump on the trampoline, walk to the end of the floor beam, give her a stamp for participating and you have secured a new client. School age children do not want to talk about or watch a class, they want to participate!

ENSURE A SUCCESSFUL SITUATION FOR ALL

Place children in an existing class with the appropriate age, skill level and space availability. If things work out, the child is already placed in his / her class and familiar with the teacher and students.

Teachers are to be made aware of the child's name, any special needs, friends in the class and parental concerns before the class begins. We do this with a simple post-it note in the attendance book and a brief conversation with the teacher .

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Inform the parent of proper dress, time factors, directions, teacher's name and viewing policies.

We ask parents to sign a simple waiver to inform them of risks and to add the information to our mailing list.

Sell the child in the gym and the parent in the waiting room. Office personnel should give the parent a tour. USA Gymnastics Safety Certificates, USA Gymnastics Member Club Banner, current articles, safety mats, Olympic­approved equipment and safety equipment should all be highlighted. Distribute information and answer questions regarding policies, tuition and commitments.

Prime the child during class for the inevitable questions the parent will ask after class. Make sure the child has some ready answers similar to: we had a lot of fun today, gymnastics is a fun sport and I learned how to do a cartwheel, back roll and climb the rope today.

Have a brief evaluation of the child's

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trial class immediately after the class with the teacher, parent and child. Again, lead the conversation in the direction you want with some strategic comments. Problems and suggestions for a better placement should be addressed immediately.

REGISTRATION TIME

The week before classes begin in the fall we schedule several free trial classes at beginner and preschool levels. We have had great success in filling these trial classes with potential students. Have some extra teachers on hand, make sure the gym is clean, keep the ratio low and you will have a tremendous registra­tion rate with these classes. Knowing all the students and parents are new gives you an opportunity to do some group marketing.

DON'T APPLY TOO MUCH PRESSURE

Give the parent and child some time to talk and decide for themselves. No one

likes a pushy salesman. If you did your job right, they will have all the information and resources needed to make a choice in your favor. A follow­up phone call several days later to any kids that didn't immediately sign up might be helpful and give that little push for success .•

Jerry Nelson is the owner of Nelson's Gymnastic Centers. Operating two

full-time locations and Nelson's USA Funbus, he has been in business for over 30 years. Nelson's Gymnastic Centers also has two contracts with various town recreation departments. Jerry has lectured at all Region VI Congresses since 1989 and at the 1996-1998 National Congress. He also lec­tures on a national level to early child­hood and elementary education groups. He's a PDP Level 2 National Certifier and USA Gymnastics Safety Instructor and Professional Member since 1977.

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Rh~hmic Rules&folicies A 1998-99 Rhythmic Rules & Policies BOOK will not be issued. Instead a REVISION document for the 1997-98 Rhythmic Rules & Policies was mailed to all Rhythmic Professional Members in December, 1998. All changes in the revision will apply to the 1998-99 competitive season. If you did not receive this document, please con­tact the Rhythmic Department at USA Gymnastics.

MEN'S ACADEMIC ALL-AMERICAN AWARDS

• t is time for all qualified gymnasts

I to app ly for the 1999 Men 's Junior Olympic Program Academic AII­

American Recognition Award. All male competitive athletes, who are enrolled in grades 9, 10, II or 12 and have a Cumulative Grade Point Average of 3.5 or higher (on a 4.0 scale) are el igible. Applicants must submit a completed application form, along with two letters of recommendation, a biographical sketch and a $5.00 application fee to USA Gymnastics by April 15th. Application forms and program description can be found in the 1997-/999 USA Gymnastics Men's Rules and Policies.

In the ongoing effort to increase the level of communication between USA Gymnastics and the clubs which form the foundation of our success, USA Gymnastics is offering Member Clubs the opportunity to receive Broadcast Fax/Email.

USA Gymnastics will send Member Clubs information that may be passed on to the clients in their gym. The first fax/email featured information about the television broadcast of the Reese's Gymnastics Cup. USA Gymnastics' goal is to provide more up-to­date information in a timely fashion

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During my early years as a gymnast I used ankle weights while doing dynamic stretches like fast kicks. I would also wear ankle weights for 30 minutes or more during conditioning (leg raises, jumps, etc.). What is the word on the benefits and drawbacks of this approach?

Ankle weights are fine for held positions, but appear to change technique and motor patterns when used in dynamic skills. Be careful when using them for any­thing other than warm-up or hold positions.

WM. A. SANDS, PH.D. Dept. Exercise and Sport Science University of Utah

I'm a coach and I hear that we can now get all of our gymnasts' team numbers at one time on the web. We no longer have to look up one gymnast at a time. How do we do this?

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Go to Membership. Under membership it says "Find a team member by name" and it also says "Find a team number by club." Whether you're looking for one person or a whole team would determine which one you would click. For the whole team enter the 5 digit club number (same as above).

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"National Gymnastics Day" is an activity to promote participa­tion in gymnastics and the benefits it offers, as well as encourage enrollment in gym clubs.

Aussie Hair Care Products, a division of Clairol, is the first pre­senting sponsor secured for the event so far. Aussie is pursuing a national retail partner and promotion around the event and will place national ads to further support and promote the event.

National Gymnastics Day is currently planned for Saturday, July 31, 1999. It is designed to occur during the club sign-up period as well as the back-to-school shopping period for poten­tial marketing tie-ins. Similar to the Mall Tours in 1995 and 1996, shopping malls around the country will be utilized as the venue. USA Gymnastics will help secure the sites as well as provide sig­nage, a suggested schedule of events and activities, national marketing, and tips on generating local publicity.

It's our intention to secure volunteer local event coordinators to interface with the mall, other local clubs, the media, etc. In fact, it's very likely that this coordinator will form an organizing

• committee and involve other local club personnel.

Our first step is to identify potential coordinators in . 'I, each city. If you have any interest in • • •

this volunteer assignment, please fi:p.l • out and return the form by • March 20,1999. •

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USA Gymnastics is pleased to announce initial plans for a new national promotion debuting this summer. .

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1) I had taken pictures of my gym which included the USA Gymnastics Safety Posters hanging on the walls. The pho­tos were dated so that I could prove the Safety Posters were hanging up the day of the accident.

2) The parents signed a release form prior to their daughter participating in class.

3) All of my instructors were safety certified.

4) The instructors gave verbal warnings to the students on how to fall.

Everything was done correctly and they could not prove negli­gence. It was simply an accident and accidents do happen, but you must be prepared! •

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Announcing The ... USA GYMNASTICS LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD

A new National Award has been proposed to and accepted by the USA Gymnastics Board of Directors. It will be known as the USA Gymnastics Lifetime Achievement Award. The Hall of Fame Committee wished to recognized individuals who have dedicated a lifetime of service to the sport of gymnastics in a meaningful manner. The intention is to seek out as well as request from the gymnastics community, information about individuals who have made a considerable impact upon our sport.

This recognition will be presented either during the Ceremony of Honors or with the Hall of Fame Awards at the USA Gymnastics National Congress, whenever possible. Since the individuals select­ed for this award will be responsible for their own transportation and expenses to the National Congress to receive the award, the award may be presented at on appropriate function of region­al or national prominence which is located closer to the home of the selected individual.

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 • recognition in appropriate publications and ceremonies as a recipient of the USA Gymnastics

Lifetime Achievement Award • presentation of the award • complimentary admission to the John Hancock U.S. Gymnastics Championships, the World

Team and Olympic Team Trials competitions, 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/she 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 empho­sis 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.

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 provide the most complete credentials and information possible. Only completed nominations will be considered. The nominations which are submitted will be thoughtfully considered and possibly maintained in a credential notebook for future consideration. Additional information may be requested. Please use the Request for Nomination as your guideline for needed information. Please submit this information in typed form along with all name and address information as requested.

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This is the fifth update which contains clarifications and rule mod­ifications for the 1997-2000 Age Group Competition Program. These changes and clarifications constitute all of the changes and modifications to the Age Group Program including the changes / clarifications in updates number one, two, three and four. This document will be go into effect immediately. There are three new changes (numbers 4, 25 & 26) and two new clarifications (number 9 & 10) contained in this document. All changes are underlined.

CHANGES:

1. Age determining date: In an effort to make the age deter­mining rules as clear as possible, please amend page 8, A, number 3 to read: Gymnasts under the age of six will not be permitted to participate in the Age Group Competition Program under any circumstance. The athlete must turn six years of age before he may begin competition.

2. Repetition: The Junior Age Group Competition Program will recognize the FIG definition of repetition as it appears in Article 16 of the FIG Code of Points and will apply repetition rules regarding bonus points to all Developmental D's and also to C value skills at the Class III and IV levels. Exception: For Class III and IV Floor Exercise, there will be no repeti­tion deductions or non-recognition, due to repetition, for acrobatic skills or acrobatic connections. This is for Class III and IV only and at Floor Exercise only. In addition, all Developmental D's should be treated as FIG C value skills with respect to awarding connection bonus. (i.e.-the still rings straddle Maltese and 30° inverted cross. Note: the Developmental D press handstand is not eligible for connec­tion bonus as per FIG)

3. Swings which pass through or end in handstand positions: The 1997 FIG Code of Points and the 1997-2000 Age Group Program are at odds in the way they treat the handstand posi­tion. The FIG Code of Points defines swing elements which pass through or end in a handstand with 0° to 15° of devia­tion as 0.0 deduction, the Junior Program currently recog­nizes the elements with 0° to 5° of deviation as 0.0 deduction (Section II, I, F). The Junior program will recognize and use the FIG rule. Handstand hold positions are still subject to the FIG deduction for deviation from vertical.

4. Spotting: The junior program will use the rule as written in Section II, E, 3 on page 13 of the Age Group Program Manual with following modifications.

• Number 1 - No change

Number 2 - delete

• Number 3 - change to: If the spotter assists in the execu­tion of the skill, deduct .4 for the spot and any execution errors. The judge has the discretion to not recognize the skill if, in his opinion, the gymnast could not have com­pleted the skill on his own.

Number 4 - No change

Add Number 5 (This text should also be added to Section I, number II, C on page 8)-A coach may not spot an athlete from a surface which is higher than the allow-

able competition surface. The head judge will not allow the athlete to compete if this rule is violated. Note: This is an important safety issue concerning coach­es safely spotting their athletes. If an athlete is not pre­pared to perform a skill with the spotter standing on a surface the height of the allowable competition surface, then the athlete should not perform that skill in compe­tition. Competing such a skill would go against our Code of Ethics as well as the Readiness to Compete portion of the Athlete Agreement.

• Add Number 6 All spotting must be done by a USA Gymnastics Professional Member.

5. Equipment Specifications: Please note the following-

• At vault, the correct height requirement for Class V and VI six is 38" ± 1". Please change Section IV, Vault, Class VI (page 68) and Class V (page 70) to reflect the minimum height requirement.

• Equipment heights listed in Section 1, number III for PH, SR, V, PB & HB are minimums; however, FIG height requirements for those apparatus may never be exceed­ed except where allowed by FIG.

6. Compulsories - Intermediate swings: All intermediate swings in compulsory competition will be deducted as per FIG (1/2 swing -0.2, entire swing -0.4). Intermediate swings are not added parts. To make the correction in the Age Group Competition Program Manual change:

a. Page 14, A, number 2: Delete the words or swing. b. Page 14, A, add number 7: Intermediate swing (as per FIG).

7. Special Bonus for Class III & IV: The junior program will recognize that the first C value skill in Class III and IV modi­fied optional routines will also receive +0.1 bonus. To make the correction in your Age Group Competition Program manual, change Section II, number III, D, 1, on page 16, to read: C = +.1 (eliminate the word additional).

8. Commensurate dismount: The junior program will not rec­ognize the FIG non-commensurate dismount deductions. Dismounts are required to be, at minimum, an "A" value skill for all classes. Dismounts which are not of at least "A" value (no dismow1t) or dismounts partially shown would receive the appropriate FIG deduction.

9. Short Routine: Change Section II, number III, F part 6 to; Short Routine-In Class III & Class IV, if a routine is short of the required number of parts deduct 0.5 per missing part from the presentation category. For Class I and Class II there is no deduction for short routine other than the FIG deduction for short difficulty parts.

10. Class III Required Skills FX #2 and SR # 1: Please change the wording in FX #2 and SR #1 (Section III, number I,B page 20), of the required skills, to reflect that these are the minimum skill value requirements.

11. Class III Required Skill number 2 on Parallel Bars: Minimum B value, stutz or backtoss to support (page 20 &

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83). Change to read: Minimum B value forward stutz, back toss or Diamadov.

12. B value skills: The junior program will recognize B values for the following FIG skills as defined below. There is no A value for these skills.

• PB - stutzkehr - executed 45° to 74° above horizontal = B value, 75° to 90° = C value

• PB - backtoss - executed 45° to 74° above horizontal =

B value, 75° to 90° = Developmental D

• PB - peachbasket - executed 45° to 74° above horizontal = B value, 75° to 90° = Developmental D

HB - stoop circle rearward (stoop in, jam out) -executed 45° to 74° above horizontal = B value, 75° to 90° = C value

The skills listed above, when executed below 75°, must be valued as B skills and cannot be considered as C value skills with deductions. In addition, the FIG 15° degree rule will begin for B value skills at 45° which results in the following: 31 ° to 44° = -.1, 16° to 30° = - .2, Horizontal to 15° = -.4. Below horizontal results in non-recognition, .4 deduction and no B credit.

13. Floor Exercise, Class VII: Please change number 4 to read­With either leg, step backward and execute a 180° turn to Arabesque stand (hold). Special Performance Criteria: leg at 45° below horizontal on Arabesque.

14. Pommel Horse, Class V, VI and VII: Concerning the special performance criteria in Class V, VI and VII pommel horse­on all leg cuts, stride support swings, fa lse scissors and scis­sors the top leg should be at horizontal.

15. Pommel Horse: The junior program will allow a gymnast to receive D Magyar credit even if the Magyar is broken up by flops on one pommel. The gymnast would receive both the Magyar and the flop credit.

16. Pommel Horse: The junior program will not recognize the FIG flop repetition rule. A gymnast may do as many different flopping skills as he wants for credit. No other repetition rules apply to flopping sequences with the exception of the same flop sequence executed three times in a row.

17. Pommel Horse: The junior program will recognize A value circles and flair circles (not B or C value) as being different skills with the same value for the code of points. This will par­ticularly help with avoiding repetition infractions at the Class IV Modified Optional level.

18. Still Rings: The junior program will recognize the Stretched Honma as a Developmental D. Hip flexion (pike) beyond 15° will not be recognized as a Developmental D.

19. Vaulting: Take note of the new vault numbers which are val­ued at 8.3 in the junior program and the new categories of vaults for Class III & IV (Section II, III, F, 2 on page 16)-these changed in last edition of the 1997 FIG Code of Points .

• Forward handspring with 1/ 1 twist - 2310

• Yamashita with 1/1 twist - 2311

• Cartwheel with 5/ 4 twist - 3309

Class III and IV vaults must come from the FIG Ca tegories II or III.

20. Vaulting - Technical Vault: The technical vault has a starting value of 9.8. A maximum of 0.2 bonus points may be award­ed to the Technical Vault for a total of 10.0 points. Please make the appropriate change on page 72, number I, A.

21. Vaulting - Landing deductions: The technical vault landing table on page 73 should also be used for the evaluation of all optional vaults in the junior program. In addition, the landing tables for all Classes (I-VII) should be amended to include -Deviation of axis on landing as per FIG.

22. Mounting the parallel bars using panel mats: Amend page 10, B, number 1 to read: Panel mats may be used to mount any apparatus. At the parallel bars, a gymnast may not mount from stacked mats which would place that gymnast's shoul­ders above the bottom of the rails while in a standing posi­tion. In addition, a board or a mat may be used to mount the parallel bars but not both.

23. Parallel Bars, Class VI: Please change part number 8 of the Class VI parallel bar routine to read - Swing backward to 45° above horizontal. Swings executed above 45° could be con­sidered for virtuosity bonus. (Note: This change is being made to allow for more technical emphasis to be placed on the Stutz dismount.)

24. FIG Super E value skills: Super E value skills will receive 0.4 bonus in the junior program.

25. Spotting: On page 8, Section I. number II. Co please change the last paragraph to read: Assistance at any apparatus, whether general or required spotting, must be given by a USA Gymnastics Professional Member. Additional assistance may be given by an assistant coach who is a Professional Member.

26. Floor Exercise. Class V: Please change part #8 on pages 34 & 36 to read: Forward rolL stand, step with either leg, hitch kick, step and backward turn 135°. Slide the front leg backward to join the back leg in a stand.

CLARIFICATIONS:

1. Floor Exercise Class VI - A stalder roll substituted for the for­ward straddle roll in Class VI, FX, part 6 & 7, does not consti­tute virtuosity. If the stalder roll is substituted the forward straddle roll has been left out and the judge will be forced to deduct one point. Virtuosity on the press can only be earned through superior press technique.

2. Floor Exercise Class IV - Must the Required Skill number 1 be a layout back somersault or would a twisting layout back somersault fu lfill the requirement? Yes, only a layout back somersault will fulfill the requirement.

3. Floor Exercise Class III & IV, Required Skill number 3 - A wide arm press to handstand will not fulfill the requirement

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of "press to handstand, 2 second hold, from any split".

4. Pommel Horse Class IV - Must all three parts of the horse be used? Yes. Even though the required skills in the Class IV modified optional pommel horse do not require that all three parts of the horse be used, the FIG general p resentation requirements do require that all three parts of the horse be used . The deduction for not using all three parts of the horse, per FIG, is 0.2.

5. Parallel Bars - For Class I, II, III and IV no more than one B or C value reverse straddle cut may count for difficulty beyond A parts. This also means that the second B or C value reverse straddle cut would not be recognized for bonus or as fulfilling special requirements.

6. Short Routine/Partial Replacement - Even though the junior program follows the FIG rule which states that lower value skills cannot even partially replace higher value skills-those skills still count as parts. Example: A Class III gymnast per­forms a routine with 5 B parts and 2 A parts-he would lose 0.4 from difficulty for no C value skill, but would not have any deduction for having a short routine since the B skill is recognized which would give him seven parts.

7. Missing or unrecognized parts in compulsories - If the judge determines that a skill (because of the manner in which it was executed) should not be recognized, the only deduction would be 1.0 for the missing part and for an y appropriate exe­cution errors. There would be no deduction for added parts or short hold etc. In addition, the deduction for missing parts should be carefully applied where the junior rules supersede the FIG Code of Points. Example #1, Class V floor exercise part # 6: The gymnast executes a forward stalder roll with good form to a handstand held less than one second. The FIG deduction for a less than one second hold is .4 and non-recog­nition of the part. However, the gymnast in this example has clearly completed more than 50% of the skill, therefore the deduction should be 0.4 fo r the short hold.

8. Hold and Momentary Hold parts - As per FIG, there is no deduction for hold parts held longer than three seconds or for momentary holds held for one second or longer.

9. Special Bonus for Class III and IV - On page 16, Section II. number III. D, numbers 2 and 3, at horizontal bar, meeting the FIG dorsal requirement (=+.2) and meeting the FIG release requirement (=+.2) , may only be awarded additional bonus one time each . The special bonus would be given in addition to any difficulty bonus. Example: A Class III gymnast per­forms the sequence: stoop circle rearward to handstand Gam out), inverted giant. inverted giant. piked Iaeger. The bonus awarded would be .1(0+.3 (Developmental D and FIG dorsal requi rement), + .1 (Developmental D)' + .3 (Developmental D and FIG release requirement) = .8 total bonus. Only the first inverted giant would receive the special bonus for perform­ing the FIG dorsal requirement and since Developmental D's retain their FIG value in relation to connection bonus, no con­nection bonus is awarded.

10. Vault - Distance Bonus - At vault. distan ce bonus is award­ed unless a large deduction is shown . •

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This seminar will be directed to preparing athletes for interna­tional competition. The faculty will be the National Team Coaching Staff, Sport Science Specialist and other experts in gymnastics. Skill progressions and spotting techniques for the development of high level skills will be emphasized. The seminar will be an intense four days of in-gym (hands-on) experience and lectures.

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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, describing the work involved.

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, notional and international levels in teaching, writing and publications, training camps for evaluation of athletes or education, and major committees served, including dotes.

VOLUNTEER & PROMOTER-list major volunteer efforts, giving dotes and num­ber of years of participation. list state, regional, and notional offices held, number of years held, including the type of work accomplished. list any other promotional efforts or invent­ed devises that advanced the technical performance of gymnastics, contributed to research, 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 deserving of notional recognition. If the nominee is a post competitor, list major accomplishments of the competitive career giving dotes and spe­cific levels of competition, including any titles won.

Please send a copy of this nomination to each of the individuals below NO LATER THAN JUNE 1, 1999. Nominations received after that date will not be considered.

Carolyn Bowers, Chairman of the Hall of Fame Committee 1315 Bourgogne Ave. Bowling Green, OH 43402

Kim Clayton USA Gymnastics 201 S. Capitol Ave., Suite 300 Indianapolis, IN 46225

MEN'S PROGRAM COMMITTEE CONFERENCE CALL Decel1lber 15, 1998

I. ROLL CALL

Meeting called to order at 11:10 a.m. EST by Men's Program Director, Ron Galimore.

Members Present:

Marc Yancey

George Beckstead

Greg Corsiglia

Tim Daggett

Mark Williams

Barry Weiner

Chris Waller

Ron Galimore

Dennis Mcintyre

Peter Kormann

Chair MPC & Jr. Coaches Rep.

FIG Rep.

Jr. Coaches Rep.

Vice-Chair for Men

Sr. Coaches Rep. (On at 11:45)

Sr. Coaches Rep.

Athlete's Rep.

Men's Program Director (voice, no vote)

Men's Program Manager (voice, no vote)

National Team Coordinator (voice, no vote)

II. USA GYMNASTICS BONUS SYSTEM FOR 1999

The MPC discussed additional changes to the bonus system from suggestions made by the national team coaches. Additional bonus for E or greater dismounts on PB and a sec­ond E or greater release on HB and a super E dismount on HB were reviewed but not included in the document. An addi­tional .2 bonus for routines which start at 10.00 on FX was reviewed and included in the document. The previous bonus for PH, SR and V were not changed.

Routines on FX which have a start value of 10.00 will receive an additional .2 in bonus to the start score.

Motion-Greg Corsiglia Second-Barry Weiner PASSED 6-0

Meeting adjourned at 11:55 a.m. EST.

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POSITION AVAILABLE

CAMP WAYNE: Co·ed children 's camp in Northeast Pennsylvania (2 V2 hrs from NYC). If you really enjoy gymnastics and want to teach children (ages 6·16) we are looking for a Director, an Assistant Director and instructors for Gymnastics, Aerobics, Dance and Cheerleading. We offer a caring, fun·loving environment, rm./bd. + salary. Write: 12 Allevard St., Lido Beach, NY 11561 0I(alll·800·279·3019. Fax #: 516·897·7339.

GYMNASTICS DIRECTOR AND lNSTRUC· TORS: Premiere summer camp for girls located in Western Massachusetts seeks coaches and ath· letes to serve as Director and Instructor(s) for comprehensive gymnastics program for campers ages 7·15. Beginner·Advanced classes. "State of the Art" facility includes: spring floor, beams, unevens, vault and traveling rig. Competitive salary, room and board, travel allowance. Contact: Camp Danbee, 24 Woodshire Terrace, Towaco, NJ 07082, (800)392·3752. Program runs June 20·August 20, 1999.

WORLD CUP GYMNASTICS is looking for a highly qualified girls team coach and recreation· al instructors. Strong spotting skills and good coaching qualifications a must. Beginner through Elite. Applicants should be professional, energetic, and have strong organization, and managerial skills. This position is best suited for person wish· ing to pursue, long·term career in coaching. World Cup Gymnastics, Chappaqua, NY 10514, phone: (914)238·4967 ext. 23. fax: (914)238· 3568. Email: xcupx@aol.com

TEXAS TUMBLERS GYMNASTICS (located in Killeen, Texas, one hour north of Austin) is seeking a competitive boys team coach. This will be a head coach position. The position requires an excellent knowledge of class 7·5 and a working knowledge of class 4·1. The ability to teach and spot high level girls a plus. Salary based on expe· rience. Please call 254·690·6800/ 254·699· 7952 (H). Please call to fax your resume.

HIRING HEAD COACH, INSTRUCTORS. Lakeside Maine summer compo Live with, care for, teach girls age 7-16. Complete gym, Nissen equip· ment. Beginning students through advanced. Consistent, daily instruction. Gymnastics shows. Program's compulsory, optional skills promote development, measurable advancement, interest. Knowledge of USAG fundamental, optional skills; practical knowledge of compulsory levels; ability to spot, demonstrate; desire to teach children. Ability to put children's need before your own essential. College sophomores & up. Internships

available. Opportunity to teach other athletics, arts, waterfront activities. 6/ 19·8/ 26. Non·smokers. Kippewa, Box 340, Westwood, Massachusetts 02090·0340; kippewa@tiac.net; (781 )762·8291 .

EXCITING SUMMER CAMP JOBS! Free Referral Service lists openings for Gymnastics Directors and Instructors at beautiful summer camps around the country. Excellent salary plus travel expense. Great opportunity for people who lave to work with children and be a part of a camp environment. One call to CampSource leads you 1 OO's of summer camp job opportunities. Call 888·985·2267 (CAMP).

HAVE AN AMAZING SUMMER ADVEN· TURE! Prestigious coed sleepaway camp in beau· tiful Western Massachusetts seeks skilled, caring, motivated college students & grads who love kids! Gymnastics Instructors (Dance, Aerobics, Fitness and other specialties) are needed. Join our dedi· cated, fun team for a rewarding and enjoyable summer. June 19·August 19. Competitive salaries + travel + room + board. For information and an application call Camp Taconic 1·800·762·2820.

CHICAGOLAND (WESTERN SUBURBS) GYM. Seeking ENTHUSIASTIC COACHES for our Recreational/Competitive Programs. American has earned Sectional & State TItles for several years and continues ta strive for success. American provides programming that stimulates the growth and development of skills that carry over int;) all aspects of life. American is a Stote· of·the·Art Facility and offers the best in equip· ment and coaching. Be a Part af the American Team! GREAT PAY! Salary & Benefits negotiable, based on experience. Fax resumes to (630)851 · 2588, or call (630)851 ·5437; Attn: Linda L

HEAD BOYS TEAM COACH· Enthusiastic, moti· vated coach is needed to take over our entire boys program. From Recreational classes to Team. Full or part·time is offered. Salary and benefits commensurate with experience. Bonus with program growth. Must be comfortable teach· ing in a Christian environment. Come join us and be part of our over 1,500 student enrollment in Middle Tennessee in our 23,000 sq. It. facility. Call or send Resume to TIm or Kit. Let It Shine Gymnastics, 121 Seaboard Ln., Franklin, TN 37067. (615)377·9005.

COME TO NEW HAMPSHIRE FOR THE SUMMER: Gymnastics & Cheerleading Head & instructors/ cabin counselors (19+) for outstanding girls' sports camp. Excellent large gymnastics facility with top·quality equipment. Camp Robindel (one mile from two boys' camps) is located on the LARGEST NEW ENGLAND LAKE (22 miles long) just

south of NH's White Mountains, 2 hours north of Boston, 1 V2 hours from Maine coast. Must have warmth and love children. Most transportation paid; additional allowances. June 20·August 19. Write 1271 Mill Road, Meadowbrook, PA 19046; Phone 888·860·1186; Short·form application at www.robinde!.com

IMMEDIATE POSITION AVAILABLE for Level 6·10 coach with 5 years experience. Must be motivated and a team player. Gym located in S.W. Houston area. Fax resume to: MEGA GYMNASTICS (281 )561 ·9845.

FOR SALE

CLASS CONTROL for Windows. The best value in Class Management and AIR software. Packed with features, easy to use, and runs on a net· work. Includes rosters, automatic tuition calcula· tion, family discounts, special discounts, retail charges, invoices, payment due reports, financial summaries, instructor schedules, mailing labels, on·line help, and more. Supports sales tax and payment through direct debit. Only $500 ($250 per additional workstation) and includes free training and unlimited personal, understandable, technical support at no charge. Call Vaughn Software Services at 800·821 ·8516, PO Box 1086, Apex, NC 27502. AMEX/ MC/VISA

SCORE MASTER, the most widely used scare keeping system in the U.S. This score keeping sys· tern is very easy·to·use and has an on·line tutorial. Supports: womens/ mens, individual/team, artis· tic/ rhythmic, comp/ optional competitions. The most flexible reporting available. Comes with a step·by·step user guide and a 90 day uncondition· al money back guarantee. For more info contact: Mark Mahoney, POB 31421 , Charlotte, NC, 28231 · 1421, (704)523·1815 or web site: www.score· master.com (software demo, info guide and user listing on web site).

INDOOR PLAYGROUND FOR SALE: Increase revenue through more parties and play·time with a like new Solt Play Indoar Playground. This 12' x 36' x 14' playground is filled with endless twists and turns to challenge any young child. The playground includes a 12' x 12' ball pit with a padded mountain in the middle, multilevel climber, crawl tubes and a 15' exit slide! Purchased new for $46,000, will sell for $22,500.00. Buyer will pay shipping. Call Scott at (618)997·3505 for more information and/ or pictures.

GYMNASTICS EQUIPMENT FOR SALE: mats, skill shapes, un evens, beams, vault, vault boards, pommel horse, rectangular folding tram· poline, complete spring floor, much more! Perfect as low cost additions to existing equipment. Will discount substantially for entire package. Great opportunity for new gym to keep start·up costs low! For price list, call 914·725·6041.

GYM FOR SALE: Recreational Gymnastics Center in beautiful Beverly Hills, CA! All Women's Events, Spring floor, Tramp, Mirrored Wall, OJ Booth, & more. No other gyms in town. Great starter gym. Asking only 25K. (800)498·8720.

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GET CONTROL OF YOUR BUSINESS: Gain 23 years of business experience in 4V2 days at the GymClub Owners' BOOT CAMP. Learn secrets why some clubs perpetually grow but why many perpetually linger in mediocrity. Following the BOOT CAMP strategy, my club has grown for 23 years straight! I GUARANTEE it will be worth your effort to pick up the phone and call me ta receive a FREE portfolio including testimonials and agen­da. For ALL size clubs including those "in plan· ning." Great for Managers too. JEFF MmGER: (513)489·7575. Next camp: March 18·22, 1999.

To place a classified ad: $75 every 90 words. Deadline is the 10th of each proceeding month for the next published issue. For example, the April Tec/rnique deadline is March 10th. Send payment to: USA Gymnastics, Oassifieds Ads, Pan American Plaza, Suite 300, 201 South Capitol Avenue, Indianapans, IN 46225. Ads submitted without payment WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. USA Gymnastics reser"es the right to "ary lormat.

Tecitnique is received by more than 13,000 USA Gymnastics professional members, advertise your open position, product or service here for great results! Call Luan Peszek at 317-237-5050, ext. 246.

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R == Rhythmic GG == General Gymnastics

TR == Trampoline TU == Tumbling

NOTE: Dates and events subject to change or cancellation.

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FEBRUARY 19-21 GG/WG Leaders Meeting (GG) Dallas, TX MARCH 4-6 Visa American Cup (M/W) St. Petersburg, FL 7 Internationol3 on 3 Gymnastics Championships (M/W/ R) St. Petersburg, FL 13 World Cup Final (TR/TU) Faro, POR 26-27 International Team Championships (M/W Srs/ Jrs) Richmond, VA 27-28 Level 10 State Meets (W) Various Sites APRil 10 NCAA Regionals (W) Various Sites 10 NCAA Regionals-East (M) University of Illinois,

Champaign, III. 10 NCAA Regionals-West (M) 8.Young Univ.,

Provo, UT 9-11 J.O. National Championships, Individual & Syracuse, NY

Group Competition (R) 16-18 Level 9/ 10 Regional Championships (W) Various Sites 22-24 NCAA National Championships (W) U. of Utah,

Salt Lake City, UT 22-24 NCAA National Championships (M) U. of Nebraska,

Lincoln, NE 24-25 Level 10 Regional Championships (W) Various Sites 24-25 Level 9 Championships (R) Concord, CA TBD USA Gymnastics Collegiate Championships (M/W) New Haven, CT TBD USA Gymnostics Notionollnvitotionol Tournoment (W) TBD MAY 6-9 J.O. National Championships (M) Houston, TX 7-9 Level 9 East/West Chompionships (W) East-Springfield, MA

West-Seattle, WA 8-9 Rhythmic Eastern Open (R) Atlonto, GA 10 World Cup (TR) Dessau, GER 14-16 J.O. (Levell O)Nationol Championships & Austin, TX

World University Games Trials (W) 15-16 Rhythmic Western Open & Elite Group Competition (R) San Rafael, CA 15 World Cup (TR) St. Petersburg, RUS 21-23 USA Gymnostics Executive Committee/ Board Meetings Indianapolis, IN 28-30 FIG/ PAGU Coaches Information Course (GG) Miami, FL 28-30 1st World Age-Group Team Triols (TR/TU) Knoxville, TN JUNE 10-13 Four Continents (R) Jacksonville, FL 16-18 U.S. Challenge (W) TBD 25-27 U.S. Rhythmic National Championships (R) TBD 6/ 26-7/4 Special Olympics World Games Raleigh, NC JULY 2-13 World University Games (M/W) Palma de Mallorca,

ESP 2-10 World Gymnaestrada (GG) Giiteborg, SWE 5-11 National Championships/ l st Sr. Team Trials (TR/TU) Anaheim, CA TBD PAGU Interdub Championships (M/W/ R) Cordoba, ARG 7/ 24-8/ 8 Pan American Games (M/W/ R) Winnipeg, CAN 7/ 29-8/1 PAGU Congress Winnipeg, CAN 7/ 31 -8/1 2nd Sr. Team Trials/ Final World Age-Group TBD

Team Trials (TR/TU) AUGUST 6·8 U.S. Classic/National Gymnastics Festival (W) Rochester, NY 14-15 3rd Sr. Team Trials (TR/TU) TBD 25-28 John Hancock U.S. Gymnastics Championships (M/W) Sacramento, CA 26-28 USA Gymnastics National Congress Sacramento, CA 26-28 USA Gymnastics CongressFest (GG) Sacramento, CA

SCHEDULE

SEPTEMBER 3-5 USA Gymnastics GG Youth Camp 15-18 World Championships Team Trials (M/W) 9/ 20-10/ 3 World Championships & Age-Group Games (TR/TU) 9/ 2828-10/ 3 23rd Rhythmic World Championships (R) OCTOBER 8-13 Pacilic Ocean Basin Games (M/W/ R) 8-16 Artistic World Championships (M/W) 13-14 FIG Extraordinary Congress 15-16 FIG Medical Technical Symposium 22-24 USA Gymnastics GG Youth Camp 29-31 National TOPs Testing-West (W) NOVEMBER 5-7 National TOPs Testing-East (W) 12-14 USA Gymnastics Executive Committee/ Board Meetings TBD Future Stars National Championships (M) TBD Coaches Workshops (M) DECEMBER 3-5 9-12

JANUARY

USA National Gym Fest (GG) National TOPs Camp (W)

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29 Reese's Gymnastics Cup (M/W/ R)

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9-12 USA Gymnastics Winter Cup Challenge (M) FEBRUARY 12-13 TBD MARCH

Rhythmic Challenge (R) American Classic (W)

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Austin, TX Kansas City, MO Sun City, RSA Osaka, JPN

Santiago, CHI TIanjin, CHN TIanjin, CHN TIanjin, CHN Baltimore, MD TBD

TBD Indianapolis, IN TBD TBD

Tempe, AZ Tulsa, OK

New Orleans, LA TBD

TBD TBD

2-4 Visa American Cup (M/W) Orlando, FL 4 International Competition (R) TBD 5 InternationaI3-on-3 Gymnastics Championships (M/W/ R) Orlando, FL TBD APRIL

American Challenge (W) TBD

15-16 TBD TBD MAY 6-7 11 -15 13-14 19-21 TBD TBD May-Sepl. JUNE TBD TBD JULY 7-9 26-29

TBD TBD AUGUST

J.O. National Championships, Individual & Group (R) USA Gymnastics Collegiate Championships (M/W) USA Gymnastics National Invitational Tournament (W)

Rhythmic East/West Championships (R) USOC Olympic Media Summit (M/W/ R) RhythmiC East/West Championships (R) USA Gymnastics Executive Committee/ Board Meetings J.O. National Championships (W) J.O. National Championships (M) Mall Tour (M/W/ R)

U_S. Challenge (W) USA Gymnastics National Gym Fest (GG)

U.S. Classic/ National Gymnastics Festival (W) John Hancock U.S. Gymnastics Championships (M/W/ R/TR/TU) Youth and Coaches Camp (GG) J.O_ National Championships (TR/TU)

15-20 U.S. Olympic Trials (M/W/R) 18-21 USA Gymnastics National Congress TBD USA Gymnastics Classic Gym Fest (GG) SEPTEMBER 9/ 16-1 0/ 1 Olympic Games (M/W/ R/TR/TU) OCTOBER TBD 2001 Post-Olympic Tour (M/W/ R/TR/TU)

TBD TBD TBD

TBD Houston, Texas TBD Indianapolis, IN TBD TBD TBD

TBD TBD

Tulsa, OK SI. Louis, MO

St. Louis, MO TBD

Boston, MA Boston, MA TBD

Sydney, AUS

TBD

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1 999 Safety Certification Schedule January 11, 1999 Minimum age for Safety Certification is 18 years.

27 N. Myrtle 8each, SC; 6:00-10:00 p.m.; course kd022799sc Gymnastics and More; In conjunction with Beach Break "99"

21 Buffalo Grove, IL; 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.; course mk032199i1 Buffalo Grove Gymnastics 1362 Barclay Blvd.

LATE REGISTRATIONS ARE NOT GUARANTEED A BOOK OR SPOT ON THE LIST.

Local contact: Louie & Tammi liguori 843-249-5867 Instructor: Kim Domagalski 803-473-2257

local contact: Teri Crumley 847-459-8842 Instructor: Monte Kimes 773-586-6015

28 Menlo Park, CA; 9:00 a.m.-l :00 p.m.; course mt022899ca Menlo Park Gymnastics

21 Louisville, KY; TIme TBA; course ss032199ky location TBA

Registralions received less than 5 business days prior to the course or on site will be charged an addi­tional525. Instructor: Michael Taylor 650-325-5133 or

650-858-3480 Instructor: Steve Schoenbaechler 502-458-8094

FEBRUARY

21 Pensacola, FL; 10:00 a.m.-2:30 p.m .; course 5502219911 Flip Factory Local contact: Lee Salm 850-478-6357 Instructor: Suzanne Stanton 850-769-6464

MARCH

Columbus, OH; 3:30-7:30 p.m .; course bf0306990h Universal Gymnasts, Inc. 4555 Knightsbridge Blvd

JUNE 19 Columbus, OH; 1 :00-5:00 p.m.;

course bf0619990h Universal Gymnasts, Inc. 4555 Knightsbridge Blvd Instructor: Bobbi Montanari-Fahrnbach 614-457-1279

Instructor: Bobbi Montanari-Fahrnbach 614-457-1279 SEPTEMBER 21 Fort Collins, CO; 12:30-4:30 p.m.;

course rb022199co Mountain Center 419 E. Stuart St Instructor: Ron 8aretta 970-482-3118

14 Redwood City, CA; 1 :00-6:00 p.m.; course ss031499ca Paragon Sports Tech Instructor: Steve Scott 650-368-7747

18 Columbus, OH; 3:30-7:30 p.m.; course bf0918990h Universal Gymnasts, Inc. 4555 Knightsbridge Blvd Instructor: Bobbi Montanari-Fahrnbach 614-457-1279

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COST: Pro-Member with Current Safety Certification

wishing to recertify .......................... _ ........................ _ ...... no charge Pro-Member with Expired or New Safety Certification ............ S 50.00 Instructor Member ................................................................ S 50.00 Non-Member or Associate Member ................................ .. ...... S 100.00 • You must have your USA Gymnastics number on the registration

form in order to qualify for the discount. (If obtaining your professional or instrue/or membership at this time, please indicate date purchased)

YOU MAY NOT REGISTER FOR A COURSE TO RECERTIFY ANY EARLIER THAN 6 MONTHS PRIOR TO YOUR EXPIRATION DATE. Registrations received less than 5 business days prior to the course or on site will be charged an odditional 525.

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

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

years of age at the time of the course. Please make checks payable, in full, to USA Gymnastics Safety Certification Mail registration form and payment to: USA Gymnastics Member Services Pan American Plaza, Suite 300 201 South Capitol Avenue Indianapolis, IN 46225 or Fax to 317-692-5212

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