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(HAIR: Sandy Knapp; PRESIDENT: Bob Calarossi; PRESIDENT EMERITUS: Mike Donohue; AMATEUR ATHLrnc UNION: Mike slllnner; AMERICAN SOKOL ORGANIZATION: Jelry Milan; USA TRAMPOUNE & TUMBUNG: Ann Sims; AMERICAN TURNERS: BeHy Heppner; JEWISH (OMMUNITY (ENTERS: Lari Katz; (OWGE GYMNASTICS ASSOCIATION-M: Roy Johnson; NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF (OUEGIATE GYMNASTICS (OACHES FOR WOMEN: Gail Davis; NATIOHArlAssOCIATION FOR GIRLS AND WOMEN IN SPORT: Marilyn Strawbridge; NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF WOMEN'S GYMNASTICS JUDGES: Yvonne Hodge; NATIONAL (OLUGIATE ATHLrnc ASSOCIATION: Carolyn Lewis, Tom Dunn; NATIONAL FEDERATION OF STATE HIGH SCHOOL ASSOCIATIONS: susDn Tlue; NATIONAL GYMNASTICS JUDGES ASSOCIATION: John Scheer; NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL GYMNASTICS (OACHES ASSOCIATION: John Brinkworth; SPECIAL OLYMPICS, INC.: Kate Fober·Hickie; U.S. RHYTHMIC GYMNASTICS (OACHES ASSOCIATION: Suzie DITullio; U.S. ASSOCIATION OF INDEPENDENT GYM (LUBS: Lance Crowley; U.S_ EmE (OACHES ASSOCIATION FOR MEN'S GYMNASTICS: Fred Turoff; U.S. EUTE (OACHES ASSOCIATION FOR WOMEN'S GYMNASTICS: Gory Anderson, Roe Kreutzer; U.S. MEN'S GYMNASTICS (OACHES ASSOCIATION: Marc Yancey; U.S. SPORTS ACROBATICS FEDERATION: Bonnie Davidson; U.S. (OMPETITIVE SPORTS AEROBICS FEDERATION: Howard shcwortz; YOUNG MEN's (HRISTIAN ASSOCIATION OF THE USA: Vocont; USA GYMNASTICS NATIONAL MEMBERSHIP DIRECTORS: MEN'S: Roy Guro, Jim Holt; WOMEN'S: Undo Chencinski, David Holcomb; RHYTHMIC: AlID svi~ky,

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Coaching to Overcome Fear: Out of Control Thinking Leads to Out of Control Performance .... ... ....... ...... .... .... .. ...... .. .... 6

Ring Dismount Development ..... .. ......... " ... " " ............ " ......... .. " .. " .. .. ........... ... ....... ... ... . 12

How to Start a TeamGymn Program ............................. .. ............... ... .. " .. ..... .... ..... .... .. . 14

National Gymnastics Day to Highl ight Grassroots and Elite .... " ... .. " .... " ... ..... .. ....... .. .... 17

Mayors' OlympiKids for Fitness Partnership .. ..... .... ... .. ................. .... . " .. .. .. .... .... ...... ... ... 32

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DEPARTMENTS PROGRAM UPDATE

President's Message ..................... " ......... 4 Member Club Benefits .. .. ....... " ." ...... ...... 5

1999 USA Gymnastics KAT Workshop Schedule ..... ... ...... ...... .. 1 1 National Congress .. .. .... .. .. .... ... .... . 21.29 Invitationa l Listing .......... ... ... .... .. " ........ 36

Classifieds .. ......... ... ... ...... ... ... .. ..... ...... 45 Hall of Fame ... .... ... ..... ..... ...... .. .. " ........ 42

Event Schedule .......................... ....... ... 47 Men's Program Update .. .......... , .. " ..... .. 43

Safety Certification Schedule ...... " .. ... ... 48 Opportunity for USA Clubs ..... .... " ....... 45

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I am thrilled to announce two new partnerships for USA Gymnastics. Texaco is our new energy part­ner, and Aussie Haircare, a subsidiary of Clairol; is our new partner for haircare.

Texaco was seeking an association with men's gymnastics and a presence in Houston, which is a critical market for them. Texaco's sponsorship will allow ~ W~Rl~ ~f [NfR~Y. USA Gymnastics to open our second men's national training center in Houston at the Texas Sports Ranch. This sponsorship will also provide additional support for the men training at the United States Olympic Training Center in Colorado Springs.

Aussie Haircare will be a promo­tional partner. Focusing on the point of distribution, Aussie

Haircare will activate several consumer-based promo­tions including National Gymnastics Day.

Last summer I spoke about the three core objectives of USA Gymnastics. Today I would like to take an in­depth look at one of them-GROWTH. There are many components that influence the growth of gymnastics schools. Two of the most important are 1) marketing to new student populations and 2) retaining students who are currently enrolled.

I encourage all of you to form strategic alliances with local partners such as Parent Teacher Associations, Boy and Girl Scouts, Day Cares and Preschools, local parade community groups, and County and State Fairs, just to name a few. It's important to reach out to new audi­ences that may ultimately attract additional students to your club. Creating new programs will offer more choices to your customers and may provide a new plat­form from which you can market.

Another unique opportunity for promoting your club is Na tional Gymnastics Day. This is a great opportunity for Member Clubs to leverage their involvement with USA Gymnastics. On July 31, gymnastics will be in the forefront of the American public. The intent of this pro­gram is to celebrate gymnastics and all of its positive attributes like strength, flexibility, self-esteem and confidence. It will also focus on the USA Gymnastics

Member Clubs as an important contributor to the local community. These clubs will stage exhibitions and open houses and partner with local malls and USA Gymnastics sponsors. Key markets will be identified in which USA National Team athletes and Olympians will make appearances to gain attention for our sport. This will be a wonderful and special opportunity to promote your club in the very important registration period prior to Fall classes. USA Gymnastics is developing national advertising and a Member Club marketing kit to aid in the promotion of gymnastics and this special day!

One method to increase retention is to conduct a simple query at the end of any time period (i.e. week, month, session). This can provide valuable information that can help you manage your operations more efficiently. Utilization of exit interviews has been a highly effective technique to discover areas your club may need to improve. Having an inventory of new programs to offer students who have recently dropped out may deliver the excitement and motivation to prompt the student to change his/ her mind and start something new, yet keep him/ her in your program. With the incorporation of Trampoline and Tumbling into USA Gymnastics as competitive disciplines, and the new Get It Going certification program in rhythmic gymnastics, there are myriad opportunities to develop new instruc­tional programs to grow and retain your student popu­lation. In the near future a booklet will be available to assist club owners with these programs.

Finally, in January I spoke of the effectiveness of free trial classes. I am pleased to announce that those Member Clubs who indicated that they offer free trial classes, are now listed on our website under the club search. Now, parents looking for a gymnastics program in their area can easily go to the club search and locate a club that offers a free trial class. This is just another way to get more students in your gym!

Robert V. Colarossi USA Gymnastics President

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I ncre Athlete Wellness Packet The Athlete Wellness Program provides infor­mation on nutrition, sport psychology, eating disorders, parenting and other subjects that can be copied and disributed to your clients.

Free Trial Class Promotion Additional information listed on Internet with club informa­tion. Coupon advertisement for local clubs at specific USA Gymnastics events.

PDP Level I Certification Member Clubs receive materials for this program and now it is even easier to become a video clinic instructor so that you can certify all of your coaches in your gym. New and updated "Grandparent" form and criteria is included in this information.

Free Listing of Invitational Meets Member Clubs will receive a free listing of their Invitational meet on the Internet and in Technique.

John Hancock Gym Club Owners Surveys Findings should be useful in assessing how your own business concerns and plans for the future compare with others in this industry.

se e Congress Discounts Member Clubs that register for con­gress by June I, 1999 receive a group discount. The cost for the first

Professional/Instructor member from your club is $200; the next five members are $175.00 each. To receive the group dis­count, the names must be submitted together with payment by one check.

President's Newsletter Receive a newsletter from Bob Colarossi on the latest updates from USA Gymnastics.

Host Clinics in your gym "KAT" Kinder Accreditation and "Get It Going" Rhythmic Program. Host a clinic in you facility and get three people cer­tified free!

National Gymnastics Day Opportunity to participate in our annual summer celebration. Mark your calendars for July 31,1999.

Become a Member Club Today!

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Out of Control ~binking Le<lds to Out of Control Perform<lnce

by Alison Arnold, PhD. Head Games Sport Psychology

You've been through this many, many times before. She would do them perfectly yesterday and now she just won't go. Then there's the other one. The one who has decided, all of a sudden, not to do the straddle back that she has competed for the last three seasons.

At times, gymnastics can be a scary sport. Dealing with a fearful gymnast can be scary for the coach. How do you do it? Whether it is a new skill or a skill a gymnast has competed for years, there are things coaches can do to help their gymnasts work through fear. Humiliation, throwing a gymnast out of workout, and yelling are not tactics that teach your athletes good coping skills. This article will explore one of the ways you can help your ath­letes cope with fear and work through it successfully.

Where Does Fear Come From? Fear can arise from many sources. Sometimes it is a result of a

past fall, injury, or trauma. Other times, it arises out of low self­confidence. Whatever the source, one major cause of fear in gymnasts is out of control thinking. Out of control thinking leads to out of control performance. The root of most fear and balking are thoughts that are negative and catastrophic. So this means helping your athletes create disciplined, positive, think­ing patterns that will lead to disciplined, positive, performance. What are our athletes thinking as they stand on the beam for 15 minutes trying to work up the courage to throw a series? Most likely, their thoughts are about crashing, falling, or other fan­tasies of what MAY happen. This out of control, negative think­ing is a major cause of the fear I balking cycle.

How to Create Disciplined Thinking If out of control thinking leads to out of control performance, then the most important intervention coaches can do with their

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Why is it then that our athletes' thoughts are negative and scattered? Choreographing what gymnasts say to themselves is extremely important. It is a way for coaches to "get in their heads," helping them create positive images for themselves.

athletes is help them create disciplined thinking patterns. When gymnasts have ritualized thoughts before skills or com­petition, negative thought patterns are less likely to intrude. I call the creating of ritualized thoughts before skills, during rou­tines, or during competition, mental choreography. In gymnas­tics we choreograph everything, floor routines, beam routines, even bar routines have some sort of choreography. Why is it then that our athletes' thoughts are negative and scattered? Choreographing what gymnasts say to themselves is extreme­ly important. It is a way for coaches to "get in their gymnasts' heads," helping them create positive images for themselves.

Developing Mental Choreography There are three types of statements used in creating mental choreography. These statements are technical statements, energy statements and self-esteem statements. Technical

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statements include corrections and mechanical reminders which the gymnast focuses on before or during routines . Examples of technical statements include, " lift and twist," "block," and "tight legs." Energy statements either help give the gymnast an energy boost or decrease anxiety. Energy state­ments that bring the gymnast's energy up can be used at the end of a floor routine,"Push!" or right before a bar mount, "Go!" Statements like "relax" and "breathe" help bring fear and anxiety levels down to a more manageable level. Finally, self-esteem statements help the gymnast feel more confident. Statements like "1 can do this," "I've done it before," and "I'm ready," give the gymnast the power and confidence she needs to go for a skill or hit in competition.

Teaching a gymnast to combine these three types of statements (cont illued on page 10)

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COACHING TO OVERCOME FEAR (continued from page 9)

, ' It is especially important to have the entire beam and floor routine mentally choreographed. Not simply difficult skills or passes. This keeps the gymnast focused on her routine without distraction or space for entering nega­tive thoughts. ,

and choreograph each of her routines is essential to devel­oping disciplined thinking. Every routine should be chore­ographed, including the waiting time before the judge rais­es her hand, the mount, and during the routine. Many gym-

' Ask your gymnasts what they are thinking before their bar routine, their series, or their vault, for exam­ple. When deal­ing with a fearful gymnast, ask her what she is think-ing about before performing her skills. If she does not have mental choreography, help her create strong, powerful, words. , ,

nasts may feel that vault and bars are too fast to choreograph. In that case, be sure they choreo­graph any key corrections and the seconds before their mount or run. An example of mental choreography before a bars mount may sound like, "Breathe, I can do this, tight legs." An example before a beam series may sound like, "Straight, over the top, Go!" It is especially important to have the entire beam and floor routine mentally choreographed, not simply diffi­cult skills or passes. This keeps the gymnast focused on her rou­tine without distraction or space for entering negative thoughts.

Mental choreography is some­thing that is done consistently, in workouts, during visualiza­tion, and in competition. Establishing the connection between a word and perfect per­formance is a valuable tool. For example, if a gymnast does 10 perfect beam series on the floor and before each one she says,

"Legs, square, Go!" the chances of her doing a perfect series on beam using the same words increases. This is identical in competition. If a gymnast performs the same ritual over and over the opportunities for success increase and anxiety decreases.

How to Use Mental Choreography in Your Gym Mental choreography is not difficult to implement in nor­mal workouts. Once gymnasts understand the concept, they can write out their mental choreography at home so as not to take up gym time. Gymnasts should write out each event,

what skills they are doing on that event, and what words they are pairing up with each skill. For beam and floor, have them write out their entire routine or floor pattern. Then, instruct them to write their mental choreography on top of the beam they have drawn or on their floor pattern. After mental choreography is written out, have your athletes do mental "walk-throughs" that you can watch and monitor. Instruct them to say their mental choreography out loud. Be sure they are fully committed to the mental choreography and are not sloppy. Stress the importance of disciplined thinking. Check in with mental choreography throughout the season. For example, ask your gymnasts what they are thinking before their bar routine, their series, or their vault. When dealing with a fearful gymnast, ask her what she is thinking about before performing her skills. If she does not have mental choreography, help her create strong, power­ful, words. Instruct fearful gymnasts to visualize their skills with their key words. This builds the connection between the words and the skill. If a gymnast is in the middle of a fear cycle, balking, and frustrated, instruct her to go over to the side and visualize or practice on the floor either the skill or a drill using her mental choreography. After she has com­pleted a number of drills, have her then return to the event to try the skill again.

Implementing mental choreography is an essential tool for a fearful gymnast. Negative, catastrophizing, and undisci­plined thoughts are the key cause of balking and anxiety. Adding mental choreography to a training regimen will decrease fear and balking in the gym. It will also increase consistency with gymnasts with a tendency to be over-anx­ious in competition. Remember, out of control thinking leads to out of control gymnastics. Helping athletes become more disciplined in their thinking will increase consistency and confidence . •

Note: The next part of this series will focus on additional tools to use with the fearful gtjmnast.

BIO: Alison Arnold, Ph.D., is a sport psychologist for USA Gymnastics, presenting at Regiona l Elite Clinics all over the United States as well as the 1997, 1998 and 1999 National and Internationa l Team Training Camps. Dr.

Arnold travels across the country doing clinics and assisting athletes and coaches in creating year-round sport psychology training programs. She works with athletes in the gym, on the phone, and through e-mail. As a sport psychologist, she believes in helping gym­nasts achieve excellence in sport and life. Her experi­ence includes working with gymnasts of all levels, from beginners to Olympic Gold Medallists . In her former life, she was a Class I gymnast and attended the University of Oregon on a gymnastics scholarship.

For questions or more information contact Dr. Arnold at 602-462-1607 or DocAlison@aol.com.

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USA GYMNASTICS 1999 KAT WORKSHOP SCHEDULE (Pre-registration guarantees a KAT workbook and place at the workshop)

USA GYMNASJlCS HAS RECENT' Y PUBLISHED A NEW KAT WORKBOOKI The new 1999 KAT workbook has updates relative to bridges, headstands, stretching, Atlantoaxial instabi lity, new lesson plans and much more! This workbook will be utilized in the upcoming KAT workshops. The new KAT workbook is available for $16.00 (includes shipping and handling) to everyone who has received their KAT certification .

please call Pat Warren at 317-237-5050 ext. 337 or email pwarren @ usa-gymnastics.org if you are interested in attending a KAT workshop, hosting a KAT workshop or ordering the NEW KAT Workbook.

MONTH DATE LOCATION EVENT/CLUB PHONE

May 22 Woodstock, GA World of Gymnastics 770-516-6898

May 22 Orem, UT The Little Gym 801-226-3800

May 23 Milpitas, CA Pegasus Gymnastics Academy 408-946-6607

June 5 Ruidoso Downs, NM Ruidoso Gymnastics Association 505-378-4611

June 5 Boise,ID Gem State Gymnastics Academy 208-853-3220

June 6 Joliet, IL Joliet Park District 815-741-7275

June 12 Oceanside, CA Jump 'N' Gym 706-729-7373

June 13 North Dartmouth, MA The Little Gym 508-984-5594

June 18 Oshkosh, WI Region IV Regional Congress 920-235-7800

June 30 Atlanta, GA Region VIII Regional Congress 770-451 -6910

July 11 Campbell, CA West Valley Gymnastic School 408-374-8692

August 25 Sacramento, CA USA Gymnastics National Congress 317-237-5050

September 2&3 Austin, TX GAT Convention/Capital Gymnastics 512-251-2439

September 30 Oakbrook, IL Region V Regional Congress 630-351 -9704

October 2 Hazleton, PA Faberge Follies 717-454-1418

October 14 & 15 New York, NY Region VI Regional Congress/Sutton Gymnastics 212-957-1963

DEVELOPMENT-DoUBLE LAYOUT,

FULL OUT, LAYOUT DOUBLE DOUBLE,

AND FORWARD DISMOUNTS.

of the dismounts have a common key element to them and is the turnover. In order to achieve these dismounts, the

t1"·"",,0,, right after the bottom, needs to be quick and efficient mention you must be incredibly strong, too). A tight

chest and shoulder arch should be maintained in the the swing. Then an aggressive pull downward on the

rings sh uld occur as the turnover is initiated. This will help isolate the shoulders at the bottom while the rest of the body swings through in a nice hollow position (chest rounded, hips tight) . Toes need to kick quickly overhead through the cables. Maintain good body tension and pressure on the rings while the shoulders rise up and around. The first rotation is completed while still on the rings .

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Turnover Drills • Hold gymnast in a candlestick position and have him

pull down on the underside edge of a pommel horse (see figure 1)

• Basic swing turnover with very little blocking back on the rings (do this straight legs and also tucked for speed development)

• Basic swing or dislocate to tucked FeIge to support

• Basic swing or dislocate to straight body FeIge to support (see figure 2)

• Strength development-Hollow rocks, candlestick up and down holding base of horse, and on high bar do hollow holds and lower downs

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The second rotation of the dismount is the release and kick through to a layout, full or double full. The second rotation is almost solely dependent on the efficiency and quality of the turnover phase. If the turnover is done well, the gymnast will just release or slightly throw the rings to the side to initiate the second rotation. The toes need to kick through and the shoul­ders rotate back and down aggressively. Once rotated past ver­tical, then any body position change or twist can occur.

Note: For the layout double double, a very efficient double layout without changing body position, maintaining hollow, is suggested.

Release Drills • After turnover drill, release and land on your back in the pit

• Turnover drill, release and flip over

• For twisting, release and 1/2 twist over to your back and

flip with a quick tug on the rings for height and rotation. In my opinion, the timing of the skill should feel like, one ... two-three.

Triple Back Drills • Double back kick out

• Many repetitions of triple backs on trampoline

For forward rotating dismounts the turnover phase is equally as important as the other dismounts. A tight body, upper chest and shoulder arch turnover should be used (like an inlocate). Shoulders need to stay down and "half inlocate," heels drive up and over aggressively, then release the rings. Negative rota­tion is a common error on forward dismounts. To avoid this, the heel drive needs to quickly go past vertical then "stand or sit up" into the flip (similar to a handspring front on vault).

Forward Dismount Drills then to your feet • Basic swing to layout front

For a triple back, being able to rotate quickly is a good thing! • In a spotting belt, hard rotating layout front The turnover right at the bottom will be the same, shoulders down, chest rounded. The knees will begin to tuck on the way • On trampoline, heel drive double layout front and layout up and over. The release should occur at about 3/4 of the first front to tuck or pike front.

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Starting A TeamGymn Program TeamGymn is a new activity in the U.S. and does not yet enjoy the widespread organized structure that is available for clubs in artistic and rhythmic gym­nastics or for trampoline and tumbling.

Introduction of this competitive activity allows clubs and gymnasts to progress at their own pace, without needing to catch up with established "powerhouse" gym clubs. The clubs that decide to start TeamGymn will be true pioneers for this exciting program. So ... what do you do if you decide to be a TeamGymn pioneer?

Learn the Rules For a more complete TeamGymn description, the rules and the three TeamGymn skill levels, visit the GG pages on USA Gymnastics Online (see: http:/ / usa-gymnastics.org / gg / ). Yes, believe it or not, the rules are only four pages long-this is not a mistake! The simplicity of the rules and structure of the competition is what makes it fun, exciting and easy to learn.

It is also important to review all of the minutes from the General Gymnastics Advisory Panel (GGAP) that are posted online as there are many references to conducting TeamGymn activities that have not yet been added to the rules document.

Identify a Coach/Choreographer Once you review the TeamGymn infor­mation on USAGO, you will see that this program can easily be coached by a class-level (or higher) instructor. TeamGymn gymnasts only need very basic tumbling, vaulting, mini-tramp and dance skills. A choreographer will be needed to construct the Group Floor routine. USA Gymnastics Merchandise (1-800-345-4719) has a video of some junior H.S. and H.S. gymnasts from some competitions in Sweden that will be helpful to your coach/ choreographer.

Involve Your Club's Class Students One strategy you can use is to teach the basics of TeamGymn to your regular class students. At semester's end, con­duct a TeamGymn competition for your various class groups using your own staff as judges. You will find this motivating and fun for the class students. It can be as simple as creating a club "compul­sory" routine that all students learn as part of their regular warm-up exercises.

Form a Special TeamGymn Class or Team Once your students have some experi­ence with TeamGymn activities, it is time to start a team. You can either invite selected students to participate or hold an audition. Several gym clubs that have tried this suggest that the TeamGymn students continue their regular gymnas­tics classes, but add an additional TeamGymn practice once per week.

Of course, you will need to set dates for some club TeamGymn competitions. Talk to other coaches from clubs in your area

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who might be interested in developing a TeamGymn program. Together, you can arrange for some dual or tri-meets or even form a TeamGymn League with a full schedule of competitions leading to a League Championship.

With this kind of developing network, it is a good idea to conduct some TeamGymn clinics and workshops on the days that the clubs come together for a competition. This adds value to the expe­rience for the gymnasts as well as helps the coaches, judges and athletes improve their knowledge and experience.

Register Your TeamGymn Athletes and Sandion Your Competitions Be sure to register your TeamGymn ath­letes with USA Gymnastics Membership in the GG category. You use the same forms as for registering your other

competitive athletes and the cost is the same. Note: If some of your TeamGymn athletes are already USA Gymnastics members in another discipline, they are not required to pay an additional fee. However, you will need to notify Member Services that your athletes are participat­ing in both areas.

Once your group(s) start competing, you can sanction TeamGymn competi­tions in the same way as other USA Gymnastics artistic and rhythmic competitions.

Develop a Corps of TeamGymn Judges As your TeamGymn program develops, you will need to identify and develop judges interested in this activity. Look to your own coaches and to experienced judges in men's, women's, rhythmic or trampoline and tumbling programs. The GG Advisory Panel (GGAP) has shown the TeamGymn rules to several experienced judges who all said, "I can easily do this!"

Beginning with the 1999-2000 TeamGymn season, the GGAP will require that judges in sanctioned TeamGymn competitions: 1) have successfully passed a written exam on the TeamGymn rules (the exam will be available on USA GO), and 2) are a USA Gymnastics GG professional member.

Plan for the Future As others like you start forming TeamGymn programs and leagues around the U.S., an organized and widespread structure for TeamGymn competitions will develop! To encourage interest and growth, the GGAP has identified three USA Gymnastics TeamGymn events:

• In August 1999, USA Gymnastics will host a Congress Fest TeamGymn Competition in Sacramento, Calif.

• In December 1999, USA Gymnastics will host the TeamGymn National Invitational in conjunction with the 1999 National Gy.mFest in Phoenix, Ariz.

• In 2000, USA Gymnastics will host the first TeamGymn National Champion­ships in conjunction with the 2000 National GymFest (dates and site TBD). The qualification procedures for this event are described in the GGAP 1999 winter minutes (Dallas).

Keep Learning USA Gymnastics will provide opportuni­ties for TeamGymn coaches, judges, and athletes to develop their knowledge and skills through workshops and clinics at National Congresses and regional con­gresses. Additionally, USA Gymnastics will begin a series of GG Camps in the fall of 1999 that will focus on developing TeamGymn skills and coaching expertise. You can also look forward to more articles and videos about TeamGymn.

The greatest teacher will be your own efforts to develop your squad(s) and the experience gained in training your athletes and participating in TeamGymn competitions .•

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6' , , For a long time, gymnastics has been at the forefront of the Olympic movement," commented Bob Colarossi, President of USA Gymnastics. "We believe that National Gymnastics Day will help position us at a higher level within the sports world, and allow our members to communi­cate the sense of self-esteem and healthy benefits that gymnastics fosters. , ,

National Gymnastics Day allows the Member Clubs of USA Gymnastics to work hand in hand with the national office. The heart of this event lies in promoting the Member Club as a visible entity within the community and providing opportunities for participants at all age and ability levels. USA Gymnastics will provide the Member Clubs with a framework for the event, along with a na tional promotional strategy supported by major sponsors. Clairol has already pledged its support of National Gymnastics Day, and will be promoting its partnership. Additionally, The John Hancock Mutual

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"National Gymnastics Day provides a unique opportunity for a sponsor to partner with a national governing body," added Rod Davis, Senior Vice President of Properties for USA Gymnastics. "This type of national program is a winrling situation for everyone involved. We look forward to working with the clubs."

, , We are thrilled with the response we have received so

far," said Loree Galimore, USA Gymnastics Club Services Manager. "There is going to be plenty to do at the local level. , ,

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CONGRESS DATES

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• Pre-Congress Add-Ons Wednesday, August 25 (all day), Sacramento Convention Center

• Congress Sessions August 26-28, Sacramento Convention Center

• Post-Congress Add-Ons Sunday, August 29 (in the morning), Sacramento Convention Center

• 1999 John Hancock U.S. Gymnastics Championships August 25-28, ARCO Arena

RATES AND REGISTRATION DATES Individual USA Gymnastics Professional & Instructor Members and USTTA Members

• $200 Pre-registration (postmarked by July 31, 1999) • $225 For on-site registration Non-Member Congress Registration

• $300 for Pre-registration (postmarked by July 31, 1999) $325 on-site registration

NOTE: Use the Individual Congress Registration Form on next page.

No Individual pre-registration forms will be accepted after July 31, 1999. After this date, you must register on site.

Congress Attendees with special needs must notifij USA Gymnastics in writing in this regard prior to the July 31 pre­registration deadline. We suggest that this information be included with their Congress Pre-registration Form.

USA GYMNASTICS MEMBER CLUBS For USA Gymnastics Member Clubs that pre-register their staff as a group (who are USA Gymnastics profes­sional or instructor members) by June 1, 1999, the following group discount will apply:

• $200 for the first listed person on the Member Club Congress Registration Form.

• $175 each for the next listed staff members (up to five additional names) on the Member Club Congress Registration Form.

NOTE: Member Clubs will receive this special Member Club Congress Registration Form in a mailing to them in April. It must be returned postmarked no later than June 1, 1999 to receive this special group rate. No Member Club group Registration forms will be accepted after June 1, 1999.

PRESENTATIONS Sessions will be conducted at the beautiful Sacramento Convention Center providing a modern, elegant and flexible environment for the Congress. Sessions will fea ture informative speakers discussing club business,

c T s technique & sport science, preschool & developmental, judges training, as well as men's, women's, general gymnastics, tumbling and trampoline, and rhythmic topics.

JOHN HANCOCK U.S. GYMNASTICS CHAMPIONSHIPS TICKET INFORMA­TION FOR CONGRESS AnENDEES The 1999 ticket packages have been designed with spe­cial attention paid to the Congress attendees. By doing so, USA Gymnastics wants you to enjoy one of the most important competitions of the 1999 season! See page 26.

CONGRESS EXHIBITION HALL One of the highlights of the annual USA Gymnastics National Congress is the Exhibition Hall. This is where gymnastics industry suppliers and consultants display and sell their products and services. You will find the latest and greatest in gymnastics equipment, apparel and services!

CONGRESS DANCE PARTY AND THE AWARDS CEREMONY AND BANQUET This year all Congress attendees may attend the Congress Dance Party as part of their registration. Congress dancers will enjoy a variety of music and some great food (heavy hors d'oeuvres) beginning at 10:15 p .m. Attendees preferring to start the evening with a sit-down dinner beginning at 10:00 p .m., may pre-register* for the USA Gymnastics Awards Ceremony and Banquet. The Award Ceremony will honor outstanding coaches, athletes and contribu­tors and conclude with the induction of new members to the prestigious USA Gymnastics Hall of Fame.

NOTE: Attendees preferring to attend the sit-down dinner and Awards Ceremony and Banquet must pay an additional $25 when they submit their Congress registration.

EXHIBIT HALL HOURS (tentative, subject to change)

• Thursday, August 26 • Friday, August 27 • Saturday, August 28

11 :30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. 9:00 a.m.-S:30 p.m. 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.

On Saturday, August 28, the USA Gymnastics Congress Exhibition Hall will be open to the general public and gymnastics fans from 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. for $5.00 per person. Day-Passes will be available for purchase at the Congress Registration Desk.

NOTE: Children under the age of 12 will be admitted free when accompanied by their parent or guardian.

1999 CONGRESS INDIVIDUAL PRE-REGISTRATION FORM

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Minimum age for Congress registration is 16.

No Pre-Registration after July 31 After July 31 you must register on-site

Complete one Form per person-Photocopy for additional Registrations. Your Pro Address (listed in the USA Gymnastics member database) will be used for all correspondence.

CONGRESS COSTS

PRO, INSTRUCTOR, & USAn MEMBERS $200 Pre-registration (postmarked by July 31)

$225 for on-site registration

NON-MEMBERS $ 300 Pre-registration (postmarked by July 31)

$325 for on-site registration

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Check all that apply: 0 club Owner 0 Coach 0 Judge o SC 0 RC 0 NC o Men's Artistic Gymnastics 0 Women's Artistic Gymnastics 0 RG 0 GG 0 TT

CONGRESS FEE INCLUDES ONE TICKET TO THE CONGRESS DANCE PARTY (SEE P. 22 FOR DETAILS)

D YES I INSTEAD OF GOING TO THE CONGRESS DANCE PARTY, I PLAN TO GO TO THE SIT-DOWN DIN-• NER AT THE AWARDS BANQUET AND CEREMONY AT AN ADDITIONAL COST OF $25. I HAVE

ADDED THIS AMOUNT TO THE TOTAL BELOW. Check the box to select this option.

Tolal Amounl Enclosed I $ Make check/Money Order Payable to USA Gymnastics

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please return this registration form to: USA Gymnastics Congress, Pan American Plaza!. Suite 300, 201 S. Capitol, Indianapolis, IN 46225 FAX: 317-237-5069 ATTENTION: CATHY ALLEN

THE INDIVIDUAL CONGRESS FEE INCLUDES: • Credential for entrance to Congress sessions and clinics

August 26-28, 1999. • Entrance to the Exhibit Hall featuring the industry's finest

products and services. • One ticket to the Congress Dance Party on Saturday

evening, August 28 . (Additional Congress Dance Party tick­ets for spouse/guests are $50 each-available at on-site registration).

• Opportunity to purchase a ticket for the special Congress Banquet and Ceremony on Saturday evening, August 28 if desired . NOTE: Seating is limited at this function. Tickets will be distributed on first come, first serve basis upon receipt of Congress Registration Form. Additional tickets are $75 each and may be pre-ordered with Congress registration.

JOHN HANCOCK U.S. GYMNASTICS CHAMPIONSHIPS TICKETS: TO ORDER TICKETS USE THE FORM ON PAGE 26.

CANCELLATION POLICY All cancellations must be in writing

Before July 31 sl - registration fee less $30 service (harge per person can(eling

After July 3 1 sl - 50% of registration fee per person can(eling

Submit request in writing to USA Gymnastics Attention: Cathy Allen

Language: The Official Language of the 1 999 Congress is English . USA Gymnastics will make no special provisions for translation of sessions into other languages. Videotaping: Videotaping of Congress sessions is permitted FOR PERSONAL USE ONLY unless the Session Presenters announce that his/her/their session may not be videotaped . Congress Attendees with special needs must notify USA Gymnastics in writing in this regard prior to the July 31 pre­registration deadline. We suggest that this information be included with the Congress Pre-registration Form.

HOTEL and other TRAVEL .~.-.-~-~-~---.-~-

OFFICIAL HOTELS FOR THE 1 999 NATIONAL CONGRESS

Hyatt Regency 1209 L Street H_X-A-T.J Sacramento Hilton Inn ][ Sacramento

2200 Harvard Street ~:/.~~ _ REGENCY Sacramento, CA 95815 "'#Tv,ry-- -SACRAMENTO (916) 922-4700 INN The Sacramento Hilton is located in the Point West Area, adjacent to the Arden Fair mall which features Nordstroms and 85 specialty stores. It is located with­in minutes of area restaurants and entertainment options, as well as to Downtown Sacramento and Old Town. The hotel boasts 331 beautifully appointed guest accommodations with many in-room amenities. Hotel features include: concierge level with private lounge, Harvard Street Grill, Pool, Spa & Fitness Center, Sand Volleyball Courts, and Complimentary Parking.

The Hyatt Regency Sacramento is ideally located in downtown Sacramento, adjacent to the Convention Center and just 15 minutes away from Sacramento International Airport All 500 deluxe guest rooms are spacious and well appointed. A large pool and hot tub, surrounded by lush landscaping, are heated year round. Also available is an on-site fitness center.

Holiday Inn Capitol Plaza 300 J Street ~ Sacramento, CA .l.L~do~ ~'N\.. (916) 446-0100 ,~

Located downtown, the Holiday Inn Capitol Plaza has 364 beauti­fully decorated guest rooms and suites. A variety of arrangements offer flexibility for the convention­eer. Amenities include: swimming pool, saunas, exercise room, com­plimentary newspaper, and gift shop.

RESERVATION POLICY (FOR ALL THREE CONGRESS HOTELS) RESERVATIONS FOR THE CONGRESS HOTELS MUST BE MADE THROUGH THE SACRAMENTO CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU USING THE HOUSING REQUEST FORM ON PAGE 25.

TRANSPORTATION RESERVE YOUR SEAT TODAY! SIGN UP FOR THE "STRIKE GOLD WITH THE USA GYMNASTICS CONGRESS BUS SHUTTLE" SERVICE ON PAGE 29.

RENTAL CARS The following car rental agencies are located at the Sacramento International Airport. Alamo 800-327-9633; Avis 800-831-2847; Budget 800-527-0700; Enterprise 800-325-8007; Hertz 800-654-3131; National 800-227-7368; Thrifty 800-367-2277. U you plan on renting a car, you may want to consider Oakland or San Francisco Airports, which are 11/2-2 hours drive to Congress. HOTEL PARKING Hyatt Regency Holiday Inn Capital Plaza Sacramento Hilton Inn AReO ARENA (Championships)

$7.00/night self service; $12.00/night valet service $5.00/night self service; $8.00/night valet service Free parking adjacent to hotel $6.00/day

TRAVEL ARRANGEMENTS Ross & Babcock is the Travel Agency of Choice for USA Gymnastics. Call the USA Gymnastics Travel Desk (317-237-5050, ext. 259) now to make your reservations for the 1999 USA Gymnastics Congress. Ross & Babcock is a full-service travel agency and can arrange for all of your travel needs.

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HOTEL ADDRESS SINGLE DOUBLE DBL/DBL TRIPLE QUAD

Hyatt Regency' 1209 "L" S,- $104 $104 $104 $104 $104

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You can guarantee your room with a credit card or make checks payable to: SACRAMENTO CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU 1303 ")" STREET, SUITE 600, SACRAMENTO, CA 94814-3929. ATIN: HOUSING DEPT. or fax to: (916) 264-8964 (ATIN: JULIE/HOUSING)

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1 999 JOHN HANCOCK U.S. GYMNASTICS CHAMPIONSHIPS TICKETS FOR CONGRESS ATTENDEES The 1999 ticket packages have been designed with specia l attention to the Congress atten­dees. By doing so, USA Gymnastics invites you to enjoy one of the most important com­petitions of the 1999 season-the John Hancock U.S. Gymnastics Championships for Men and Women .

This ticket request for special prices and priority seating must be postmarked by July 31, 1999. Ticket orders wi ll be processed in the order in which they are received. Don't wait-buy your tickets now! If you wish to be seated with another group or person, please

put your total order on one form. The Sacramento Sports Commission will not coordinate separate forms.

All ticket purchases are non-refundable. Congress attendees MUST use this order form to order discounted tickets. There is a $ 1.00 service charge on all orders. Tickets will be mailed no later than three weeks prior to the event.

General Public ticket sales will begin in June. For information and to order General Public tickets, contact: Sacramento Sports Commission (916) 264-7718, (916) 264-8273 FAX.

Fill out all information on this form, make check payable to Sacramento Sports Commission and mail to: Sacramento Sports Commission • 106 K Street, Suite 330 • Sacramento, CA 95814. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------,

CONGRESS ATTENDEE TICKET ORDER FORM COMPETITION TIME 1 '1 1

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Wednesday, August 25 Jr. (M) AA & Event Finals 1 pm $ 14 $9.50 $ 6 $ 5 I 1 x 1 1 = 1 1

Sr. (M) AA & Event Finals 7 pm $ 30 $22 $13 $ 8 1 1 x 1 1 = 1 1

Thursday, August 26

1 Jr. (W) AA & Event Finals 1 pm $ 14 $9.50 $ 6 $ 5 1 1 x 1 1 = 1

Sr. (W) AA Finals 7 pm $ 30 $22 $13 $ 8 1 1 x 1 1 = 1 1

Friday, August 27

1 = 1 1 (M) AA Finals 7 pm $ 30 $22 $13 $ 8 1 1 x 1

Saturday, August 28 Jr. (W) AA Finals 1 pm $ 14 $9.50 $ 6 $ 5 1 1 x 1 1 = 1 1

Sr. (W) Event Finals 6 pm $ 30 $22 $13 $ 8 1 1 x 1 1 = 1 1

STRIP TICKETS All (M) Events $ 70 $50 $30 $30 1 1 x 1 1-1 1

All (W) Events $ 70 $50 $30 $30 1 1 x 1 I: 1 1

All (MW) Events (same seat!) $128 $85 $55 $35 1 1 x 1 1 = 1 1

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1 999 CONGRESS ADD·ONS REGISTRATION FORM No Pre-Registration after August 13 After August 13 you must register on -site for a $25 additional late fee per course per person

DATE RECV'D

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DEPOSIT NOTE: Due to limited space and materials, admission to Congress add-ons is not guaranteed unless pre-regis- CRCD APP # teredo Due to time constraints, several courses may overlap. Please be aware of this when scheduling add-ons.

~------------~~--~-----Use this form to register for the 1999 Congress tests, examinations, certifications, etc. One form per [lerson. Photocopy for additional add-on registrations . NOTE: Your Pro Address (listed in the USA Gymnastics member database) will be used for all correspondence.

Name ................................................ ..... .............. ........................................................................................................................... .......... .................................................................... Social Security No ... .

Birth date Safety

USA Gymnastics Pro/ lnst. # ..... ............................................ USATI # ...................................................... Exp.date ..

Mai ling Address ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ .. ....................................................................... 0 THIS IS A NEW ADDRESS

City .......... ............................................................................ ......... .............................................................. State ............................................................................................................ Zip .

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Check appropriate space for the add-ons you wish to offend.

tNST. PRO NON SUB MEMBER MEMBER MEMBER TOTAL

SAFETY CERTIFICATION COURSES Minimum age for Safety Certification is 17 '/2

Wed. August 25, 1-5 pm o For recerts. MUST be currently

safety certified AND a pro·member. $50 o For those not already safety certified. $50 Sun. August 29, 9-1 pm

$0 $50

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ATHLETE WELLNESS COURSE (AWC)

INST. PRO NON SUB MEMBER MEMBER MEMBER TOTAL

o Sun. August 29, 8 am-l pm $50 $50 $1000 Participants must register by July 31 so the textbook, The Athlete Wellness Book, con be sent in advance. This year's course will focus on praclical application of textbook material with increased time for question and answer and small group discussion.

o For reeerts. MUST be currently safety certified AND a pro-member. $50 $0 $1000 AACCA (CHEER) CERTIFICATION

o For those not already safety certified. $50 $50 $100 0 FOR USA GYMNASTICS COACHES ----- ----------------1 0 Fri. August 27, 3-6:15 pm

For registration form contact AACCA at PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMS Levell Video Clinics o Wed. August 25, 1-4 pm $10

Course #1 o Sun. August 29, 9-12 noon $10

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l-BOO-533-6583 or email atlvorgym@aol.com Send $55 payment to AACCA.

$10 01---------------­PROGRAM COURSES

$10 0 Women's Skill Evaluator Examination o Sun. August 29, 9-10:30 am $9 $150

---------------------1 Women's Judges Certification Exams ASEP COACHING

PRINCIPLES COURSE o Wed. August 25, 9 am-6 pm $70

NOTE: Enrollment limited, Pre'registration required.

$70 $800

o Sun. August 29, 8-12 noon Registration form is in NAWGJ Newsletter. Send payment to JCl by August 6, 1999.

Rhythmic Judging Course Exams (written) ------------------~ 0 Sun. August 29, 9-11 am - All levels $20 $200 KINDER ACCREDITATION FOR TEACHERS (KAT) o Wed. August 25, 9 am-6 pm $140

NOTE: Pre·registration guarantees a KAT Workbook. Enrollment is limited. Minimum age is 16.

Please return this registratian form to: USA Gymnastics Congress

$140 $1600

Pan American Plaza, Suite 300, 201 South Capitol Indianapolis, IN 46225 FAX: 317-237-5069 ATTENTION: Tina Sunier

DOTAL PAYMENT MAKE CHECK/ MONEY ORDER PAYABLE TO USA GYMNASTICS

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MORE ADD·ONS CONTINUED ON PAGE 39

NOTE: Except for the AACCA, Add·On participants do NOT need to also be registered for the 1999 Congress.

LANGUAGE: The Official Language of the 1999 Congress is English. USA Gymnastics will make no special pravi· sions for translation of sessions into other languages.

VIDEOTAPING: Videotaping of Congress Add·On sessions is permined FOR PERSONAL USE ONLY unless the individual Session Presenters announce that his/her/ their session may not be videotaped.

CONGRESS ATTENDEES WITH SPECIAL NEEDS must notify USA Gymnastics lin writing) in this regard prior to the July 31 pre·registration deadline. We suggest that this infor· motion be included with the Congress Add·On Pre· registration Form.

TENTATIVE

1999 CONGRESS S C H E

NOTE: The following schedule is tentative and subject to change.

TUESDAY • AUGUST 24 5:00 pm-7:00 pm Congress Registration (site TBD)

WEDNESDAY • AUGUST 25 8:00 am-8:00 pm

8:00 am-8:00 pm

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9:00 am-6:00 pm

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Congress Registration (Sacramento Convention Center)

"Add-ons" and various meetings (' Requires pre-registration)

Kinder Accreditation for Teachers (KAT) Workshop'

ASEP Coaching Principles Course'

EXHIBITION HALL SET-UP

PDP I Video Clinic #1'

Safety Certification Course'

John Hancock U.S. Gymnastics Championships (Men AA Finals)

John Hancock U.S. Gymnastics Championships (Sr. Men AA Prelims & Event Finals)

THURSDAY • AUGUST 26 7:00 am-7:00 pm

7:00 am-8:00 am

8:00 am-I 0:30 am

8:30 am-9:45 am

10: 150m-II :30 am

10:30 am-II :30 am

II :30 am-5:30 pm

1:00 pm

1:00 pm-2:15 pm

3:00 pm-4: 15 pm

7:00 pm

Congress Registration (Sacramento Convention Center)

Various meetings

Exhibition Hall set-up (Exhibitors only)

Round 1 Congress Sessions

Round 2 Congress Sessions

Exhibition Hall Preview Gym Club Owners Only! (Please check the club owner box on your pre-registration form)

EXHIBITION HALL OPEN TO ALL REGISTRANTS

John Hancock U.S. Gymnastics Championships (Jr. W AA Prelims & Event Finals)

Round 3 Congress Sessions

Round 4 Congress Sessions

John Hancock U.S. Gymnastics Championships (Sr. W AA Finals)

• REQUIRES PRE-REGISTRATION

•• REQUIRES PRE-PURCHASED OF CONGRESS AWARDS CEREMONY AND BANQUET TICKET

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FRIDAY • AUGUST 27 7:00 am-8:00 am

7:30 am-5:30 pm

8: 15 am-9:30 am

9:00 am-5:30 pm

10:15 am-II:30 am

1:00 pm-2: 15 pm

3:00 pm-4: I 5 pm

3:00 pm-6: I 5 pm

4:30 pm-5:30 pm

7:00 pm

Various meetings

Registration Desk open

Round 5 Congress Sessions

EXHIBITION HALL OPEN TO ALL REGISTRANTS

Round 6 Congress Sessions

Round 7 Congress Sessions

Round 8 Congress Sessions

MCCA Cheer Certification

Meetings

John Hancock U.S. Gymnastics Championships (Men's AA Finals)

SATURDAY • AUGUST 28 7:00 am-8:00 am

9:00 am-3:00 pm

8:00 am-9:15 am

9:30 am-I 0:30 am

10:45 am-12 Noon

9:00 am-3:30 pm

1:00 pm

1:30 pm-2:45 pm

3: 15 pm-4:30 pm

6:00 pm

9:30 pm

10:00 pm-12 midnight

10:00 pm

10:15 pm-I:30 am

Various meetings

Congress Registration Desk open

Round 9 Congress Sessions

President's Assembly

Round 10 Congress Sessions

EXHIBITION HALL OPEN TO REGISTRANTS (General public may enter with purchase of Day-Pass)

John Hancock U.S. Gymnastics Championships (Jr. W AA Finals)

Round 11 Congress Sessions

Round 12 Congress Sessions

John Hancock U.S. Gymnastics Championships (Sr. W Event Finals)

Seating begins for the Congress Awards Ceremony and Banquet"

Congress Awards Ceremony and Banquet"

Doors open to Congress Dance Party

Congress Dance Party

SUNDAY • AUGUST 29 8:00 am-I :00 pm

8:00 am-12:15 pm

8:00 am-I :00 pm

9:00 am-II :00 am

9:00 am-12 Noon

9:00 am-I 0:30 am

9:00 am-I :00 pm

Congress Add-ons and various meetings'

Women 's (JCI) written and practical judging exams. (Must pre-register with NAWGJ)

Athlete Wellness

Rhythmic Judging Course Exams'

PDP I Video Clinic #2 '

Women's Skill Evaluator Examination '

Safety Certification Courses 3 & 4'

5 T R K E G o L D WITH THE USA GYMNASTICS CONGRESS BUS SHU TTLE Reserve Your Seat Today! For only $ 20.00 per delegate you will receive transportation to the following: • Airport pickup upon orrivalto the Congress hotels: Hyatt Regency, Holiday Inn Capitol Plaza and Sacramento Hilton Inn. • Transportation to and from Congress hotels to the Sacramento Convention Center Congress sessions and exhibition. • Transportation to and from Congress hotels to Arco Arena for the 1999 John Hancock U.S. Gymnastics Championships. • Transportation to and from Arco Arena/ Congress hotels to the Sacramento Convention Center for the Ceremony of Honors and Congress Party. • Hotel pickup from Congress hotels to airport for departure.

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NATIONAL GYMNASTICS DAY

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USA Gymnastics is currently finaliz­ing the program and details of National Gymnastics Day, in con­sultation with the clubs and our sponsors. A primary overview of the program reveals a local promo­tion tied to a mass audience center (ie. malls, shopping centers, etc.) with gymnastics exhibitions staged throughout the day. Olympic gym­nasts will be encouraged to partici­pate to increase media participa­tion on both a national and local level. Primary markets will be identified for particular empha­sis due to their size and strength of gymnastics participation.

"We are trying to help bring new exposure to the sport of gymnastics leading into the

clubs' fall season," continued Galimore. "We want National Gymnastics Day to serve as a

kick-off for early registration and a mechanism for clubs to broaden their reach into the community."

"National Gymnastics Day will be a success in 1999 and will continue into the future," adds Colarossi. 'The timing of this event works perfectly with back-to-school promotions and as a preview to our John Hancock U.S. Gymnastics Championships. As we head into another Olympic year, National Gymnastics Day should attract attention, which we expect to grow on an annual basis."

"An event like National Gymnastics Day serves the interest of USA Gymnastics as a whole," he continues. "Not only will it provide increased visibility and growth, but it could help encourage a future Olympian to participate in the sport. We all need to work together to succeed in objectives that benefit eveI1Jone."

More details regarding National Gymastics Day will be published in the June issue of Technique and will be available on the USA Gymnastics website wwwousa-gymnasticsoorg

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Mayors' OlympiKids for Fitness Partnership

• • • • • • • • • • • • • • •

he United States Conference of Mayors and the United States Olympic Committee have joined forces to help encourage America's kids to become more active and healthy. These co-creators, along with USA Track & Field and the Salt Lake Organizing Committee for the Olympic Winter Games of 2002, have assembled the Mayors' OlympiKids for Fitness: A New Partnership for Healthy Kids and Cities. Serving as project advisor is the President's Council on Physical Fitness and Sports.

According to USOC President Bill Hybl, "This program is an outstanding opportunity to cre­ate grassroots participation and foster a climate that is conducive to Olympic sport develop­ment. We anticipate this initiative will result in a vital connection between the USOC and the youth of America, their schools and their families. This program encourages youngsters to be a participant in fitness activities rather than just a spectator, and makes the Olympic Movement accessible to, and inclusive of, all kids."

Mayor Deedee Corradini of Salt Lake City is the driving force behind the pro­gram saying, "Our kids are as out of shape as they have ever

been." Quoting the Surgeon General's Report on Physical Activity and Health of 1996, Corradini said, "25 percent of our children are overweight or obese, a 40 percent increase in 16 years. We have to reverse this alarming trend . The data shows that kids who are physically fit and actively engaged in sports are much more apt to have lower health care costs in the future, are less apt to get involved in at-risk behavior,

and are more apt to stay in school."

The Mayors' OlympiKids For Fitness program is aimed at getting 4th_6th graders up and active in hopes of making moderate to vigorous activity a

"/ / lifelong health habit for young people. Though I ,/ planned for the school day, the Mayors' OlympiKids

/ For Fitness is not a substitute for quality physical edu­cation (a critical part of every child's total education).

Instead this program is a compliment to physical skill development which, through increased physical fitness,

will make each child more able to undertake and enjoy vig­orous activity.

~ Hybl said, "The United States Olympic Committee rou-3 tinely sees the benefit of healthy lifestyles in the attitudes and successes of its Olympic athletes, and the benefit

continues far beyond the span of their competitive careers. Promoting the value of physical fitness as an essential ingredient in the mix of factors that lead to successful and healthy lives is something we all should do."

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A New Partnership for Healthy Kids and Cities

The program targets the child's "free" time before school, at recess, lunch time, after school, weekends and even school vacations. By focusing mainly on walking or rWilling (wheel­ing for students in wheelchairs) the program is simple enough for any school, coach or teacher to successfully undertake. Other activities in the program include jumping rope, relays, circuits, walking the dog and other energy burning activities.

To order an OlympiKids kit, contact your Mayor or: The U.S. Conference of Mayors 1620 Eye Street Northwest Washington, D.C. 20006. Phone (202)293-7330 or fax (202)293-2352 or www.usmayors.org

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ODY SIZE and SPRINTING CHARACTERISTICS of 1998 NATIONAL TOP's ATHLETES by Bill Sands, Ph.D. and J. R. McNeal, M.S.

, , Now more than ever gymnastics is under the

critical lens of the public eye and concerns about the effects

of hard training on growth and development of children

have been raised. , ,

On December 3-6, the 1998 National TOP's training camp was held at Tulsa World of Gymnastics in Oklahoma. Eighty-nine gymnasts attended the camp and partici­pated in the research testing rotations. The purpose of the anthropometric testing was to begin a database of our young athletes which will track growth throughout the gymnast's career. Now more than ever gymnastics is under the critical lens of the public eye and concerns about the effects of hard training on growth and develop­ment of children have been raised. The gymnastics community must begin to record growth statistics on its child ath­letes so that it can defend its position from a point of objective data. This information can then also be compared with similar

information from other countries and other sports. In addition to the anthropo­metric measurements of the athletes, their sprint speed and acceleration was also tested. We were interested in deter­mining how long it takes for the athletes to reach top speed, and if there were age specific differences. Because peak speed can be maintained for a very short period of time, knowing when athletes reach top speed may indicate optimal running dis­tance to the vault.

What We Found: Anthropometries Figures 1-6 describe the normative values for each age group for several of the mea­sured variables. Due to space, not all variables are presented here. The skin­fold sites measured here were tricep, bicep, subscapular, abdominal, supraili­ac, anterior thigh, and calf. These values were summed to achieve the final score. The ratio of sitting height to standing height provides us with an indication of the relative length of the lower extremity to the torso. This group of gymnasts tended toward a fairly equal distribution of stature between the torso and the

lower extremity. Finally, the hip:shoul­der ratio provides us with an indication of the amount of "V" shape in the torso. The closer to 1.00 the score is, the more square the body shape. The further from 1.00, the more V the shape.

An athlete with a score in the 50th per­centile would be average for the national TOPs group. Table 1 shows the approxi­mate percentile rank of the average TOPs athlete's stature and mass compared to national averages for American girls. This table shows that TOPs athletes are general­ly smaller and lighter than the average age-matched girl. This is, of course, no sur­prise. As more data is collected and growth is tracked over the next few years, this information will be more important.

TABLE 1: Approximate Percentile Rank of TOPs Athlete Stature and Mass Compared to a Sample of American Girls

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What We Found: Sprinting To determine speed and acceleration of the run, infrared light beams were placed across the running path. As an athlete sprinted, her body would break the light beam and a time would be recorded. These light beams were placed every 7 feet along the 70 foot runway. Figure 7 shows the combined velocity curve for all TOPs participants. The different age groups were so similar in their speed and accelerations profiles (acceleration is indicated by the "steepness" of the curve) that portraying each curve indi­vidually was not necessary. Data on non­athlete children indicates that increasing age and mass lead to greater speed and acceleration abilities. Since the TOPs ath­letes are a very select group, their physi­cal profiles are remarkably similar across

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ages. The athletes were also able to reach peak speed much sooner than what has been observed in non-athlete children, and even adults. Top speed on average occurred at approximately 40 feet. Since

top speed can be maintained only for a very short time, it may be wise to shorten the length of the run-up for vault in order to contact the board while still at top speed .•

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Fun & Fit Gymnastics is putting together a very s~ecial event to take place Sunday, August 29, 1999, following the USAGs National Congress in Sacramento, California.

Imagine being picked up at your hotel in Sacramento and taken directl), to the American River where you will enjoy a full day of eXcitin.z white water rafting, an all -you-can-eat BBQ lunch, a visit to historic Sutter's Mill, and wine tasting in the local wine country before returning you to your hotel. For more info, call me at the 800 number below, or call River Runners at 800-818-RAFT to reserve your space.

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LISTING

TECHNIQUE magazine will regularly list Member Club invitationals by state in order to help coaches more efficiently schedule their teams in competitions.

Q: How can my club get their invitation­allisted in Technique?

A: First, you must be a USA Gymnastics Member Club. Then, once your sanc­tion form has been processed in the USA Gymnastics Member Services department, your invitational will automatically be added to the list. Sanction forms must be processed three months in advance of the event to be included in Technique magazine due to publishing deadlines. Remember, you must be a Member Club to have your invitational listed in the magazine! If you need information on how to become a Member Club call Loree Galimore at 1-800-345-4719.

Q: If my club is not a Member Club but I'd like my invitational to be pub­lished in Technique, how can I go about doing this?

A: You may purchase a classified ad under the heading "competitions." The cost is $75 for 1-90 words, $150 for 91-180 words, etc.

We hope you enjoy the benefit of seeing when and where invitationals occur throughout the country!

ALABAMA

EVENT NAME - Invitational EVENT SITE - Racket City Gymnastics Center EVENT START DATE - 5/ 14/99 CLUB NAME - Rocket City Gymnastics Center 1405-A Weatherly plaza Huntsville, AL 35803 Phone - (205)881 -3011 Women Levels - 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 PO

EVENT NAME - Invitational EVENT SITE - Rocket City Gymnasti cs Center EVENT START DATE - 6/4/99 CLUB NAME - Rocket City Gymnasti cs Center 1405-A Weatherly plaza Huntsville, AL 35803 phone - (205)881 -30 11 Women Levels - 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 PO

EVENT NAME - Invitational EVENT SITE - Rocket City Gymnastics Center EVENT START DATE - 6/ 11 / 99 CLUB NAME - Rocket City Gymnastics Center 1405-A Weatherly plaza Huntsville, AL 35803 phone - (205)881 -30 11 Women Levels - 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 PO

EVENT NAME - Invitational EVENT SITE - Rocket City Gymnasti cs Center EVENT START DATE - 6/ 18/ 99 CLUB NAME - Rocket City Gymnastics Center 1405-A Weatherly plaza Huntsville, AL 35803 phone - (205)881 -3011 Women Levels - 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 0 PO

EVENT NAME - Invitational EVENT SITE - Rocket City Gymnastics Center EVENT START DATE - 7/9/99 CLUB NAME - Rocket City Gymnastics Center 1405-A Weatherly plaza Huntsvi lle, AL 35803 Phone - (205)881-30 11 Women Levels - 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 PO

EVENT NAME - Invitational EVENT SITE - Rocket City Gymnastics Center EVENT START DATE - 7/16/99 CLUB NAME - Rocket City Gymnasti cs Center 1405-A Weatherly plaza Huntsvi lle, AL 35803 phone - (205)881-3011 Women Levels - 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 PO

EVENT NAME - Invitational EVENT SITE - Rocket City Gymnastics Center EVENT START DATE - 8/ 6/ 99 CLUB NAME - Rocket City Gymnasti cs Center 1405-A Weatherly plaza Huntsville, AL 35803 phone - (205)88 1-3011 Women Levels - 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 PO

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CALIFORNIA

EVENT NAME - Sand Castle Classic EVENT SITE - Petersen Gym EVENT START DATE - 5/ 15/ 99 CLUB NAME - SDSU Aztec Gymnastics Program 4201 6th Ave #203 San Diego, CA 92103 phone - (619)594-4576 Fax - (619)594-3554 Women Levels - 4 5 6 7

EVENT NAME - Champion Challenge 1/11 EVENT SITE - Champion Gymnastics Academy EVENT START DATE - 5/ 22/ 99 CLUB NAME - Champion Gymnastics Academy 145 Vista Avenue, Suite 108 Pasadena, CA 91107 phone - (626)577-4496 Women Levels - 5 6 7 8

EVENT NAME - Fall Fest EVENT SITE - Michael Anthony's School of Gymnastics EVENT START DATE - 10/9/99 CLUB NAME - Michael Anthony's School of Gymnastics 2330-A Bates Avenue Bldg A Concord, CA 94520 phone - (510)671-0262 Women Levels - 5 6

FLORIDA

EVENT NAME - Gold C~ast Invitational EVENT SITE - Santaluces C.H.S EVENT START DATE - 9/3/99 CLUB NAME - Gold Coast Gymnastics, Inc. 1420 Rupp Lane Lake Worth, FL 33460 phone - (561 )642-7264 Fax - (561 )642-4477 Women Levels - 2 3 4 5 6 PO

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GEORGIA

EVENT NAME - May Fest EVENT SITE - The Family Y EVENT START DATE - 5/ 15/ 99 CLUB NAME - The Family Y 3532 Wheeler Road Augusta, GA 30909 phone - (706)738-6678 Fax - (706)738-4544 Women Levels - 5 6 7 8 9 10 PO

EVENT NAME - Schools Out EVENT SITE - The Family Y EVENT START DATE - 6/ 5/ 99 CLUB NAME - The Family Y 3532 Wheeler Road Augusta, GA 30909 Phone - (706)738-6678 Fax - (706)738-4544 Women Levels - 5 6 7 8 9 10 PO

EVENT NAME - Camp Out EVENT SITE - The Family Y EVENT START DATE - 7/ 30/ 99 CLUB NAME - The Family Y 3532 Wheeler Road Augusta, GA 30909 phone - (706)738-6678 Fax - (706)738-4544 Women Levels - 5 6 7 8 9 10 PO

HAWAII

EVENT NAME - Spring Championships EVENT SITE - Oahu Gymnastics Centers EVENT START DATE - 5/ 30/ 99 CLUB NAME - Oahu Gymnastics Centers PO Box 29724 Honolulu, HI 96820 phone - (808)841-6717 Fax - (808)922-2751 Women Levels - 4 5 6 7

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HAWAII

EVENT NAME - Memorial Day Invit. EVENT SITE - Kokokahi EVENT START DATE - 5/30/99 CLUB NAME - Kokokahi Gymnastics Team 45-558 C-21 Kam. Hwy. Kaneohe, HI 96744 phone - (808)235-6866 Fax - (808)235-6866 Women Levels - 4 5 6 7

EVENT NAME - Karen Brown Invit EVENT SITE - Kokokahi EVENT START DATE - 6/13/99 CLUB NAME - Kokokahi Gymnastics Team 45-558 C-21 Kam. Hwy. Kaneohe, HI 96744 phone - (808)235-6866 Fax - (808)235-6866 Women Levels - 4 5 6 7

ILLINOIS

EVENT NAME - Lincoln Land Classic EVENT SITE - Midstate Gym EVENT START DATE - 5/14/99 CLUB NAME - Midstate Gymnastics Academy 111 S. old Covered Bridge Rd. Springfield, IL 62707 phone - (217)787-7004 Women Levels - 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

EVENT NAME - Citywide Championships EVENT SITE - Peterson Park EVENT START DATE - 5/15/99 CLUB NAME - Chicago Park District 425 E Mcfetridge Dr-#3 C Chicago, IL 60605 phone - (312)747-2024 Fax - (312)747-2026 Men Classes- 3 4 6 7

EVENT NAME - City Wide Championships EVENT SITE - Peterson Park EVENT START DATE - 5/ 15/99 CLUB NAME - Chicago Park District 425 E Mcfetridge Dr-#3 C Chicago, IL 60605 phone - (312)747-2024 Fax - (312)747-2026 Women Levels - 4 5 6 7 8

MISSOURI

EVENT NAME - Mother's Day Invitational EVENT SITE - Class Act Gymnastics EVENT START DATE - 5/8/99 CLUB NAME - Class Act Gymnastics 2452 Old Orchard Jackson, MO 63755 phone - (314)335-5327 Women Levels - 5 6 7 8 PO

NEW YORK

EVENT NAME - Lilac Invitational EVENT SITE - ESL Sports Centre EVENT START DATE - 5/8/99 CLUB NAME - Eastside Gymnastics 1776 Aest Ave. Rochester, NY 1461 0 phone - (716)271-3517 Fax - (716)271-7485 Women Levels - 5 6 7 8 9 10 PO

EVENT NAME - Hawaiian Cup EVENT SITE - The Gym Connection EVENT START DATE - 5/23/99 CLUB NAME - The Gym Connection 6796 Northern Ave Liverpool, NY 13057 phone - (315)699-8697 Fax - (315)452-9454 Women Levels - 4 5 6

EVENT NAME - Aloha Invitational EVENT SITE - Rising Stars Gymnastics EVENT START DATE - 6/5/99 CLUB NAME - Rising Stars Gymnastics 881 Route 28 Kingston, NY 12401 phone - (914)339-2387 Fax - (914)687-4367 Women Levels - 5 6 7 8 9

OHIO

EVENT NAME - Marvelous May EVENT SITE - Thome-Ohio Gymnastics EVENT START DATE - 5/15/99 CLUB NAME - Thome-Ohio Gymnastics 1460 West Bagley Road Berea, OH 44017 phone - (440)243-1211 Women Levels - 4 5 6 7 8 9 PO

UTAH

EVENT NAME - Same EVENT SITE - Elite Gymnastics Academy EVENT START DATE - 5/22/99 CLUB NAME - Elite Gymnastics Academy 2081 East Ryan Circle Ogden, UT 84403 phone - (801 )479-6996 Fax - (801 )621-3070 Women Levels - 4 5 6

VIRGINIA

EVENT NAME - May Fest EVENT SITE - Ocean Tumblers Gymnastics EVENT START DATE - 5/15/99 CLUB NAME - Ocean Tumblers Gymnastics 912 A Professinal pi Chesapeake, VA 23322 phone - (757)547-0169 Fax - (757)436-2724 Women Levels - 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 EC EO

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TRAMPOLINE AND TUMBLING JUDGING COURSES o Wed. August 25, 8 am-12:30 pm

T & T judges' courses may be taken by any interested party. No previous experience is required for level A. For level 8 certification, at least one year 's experience at level A is required. In order to maintain a raling, a judge must: 1. Attend a Continuing Education clinic each year, 2. Register with USA Gymnastics, and 3. Judge at least two meets each year in the discipline certified.

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Building Blo«:L:s A developmental approach to preschool rhythmic gym· nastics. Fitness, strength, self·esteem, coordination, flexi· bility and fun! 1997; Spoto & Molnar; paper; 38pp #1311 .......................................... $15

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A full·color brochure and 4·minute looped video describe all the facets of rhythmic gymnastics from the preschool level to the elite gymnast. The benefits of participation are illustrated through captivaling pictures of rhythmic gymnastics. Perfect for the gym owner, school program or recreational sports center promoting a rhythmic curriculum. Each brochure has space provided for local contact information. #1340 (brochures) .................... $10 per 100 #1341 (video) .............................. $20

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1999 Li Ning Cup This video contains all of the Women 's routines from this competition. Running time: 28 min. #2134 .......................................... $1 0.00

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Incorporating Leg Swings into your WorL.outs This new video by Tammy Biggs & Dr. Larry Nassar shows how to properly pre­pare the gymnast for skills such as front handsprings and leaps by training the gymnast to perform an efficient and dynamic leg swing. leg flexibility and strengthening drills are also included. #2127 ............. ..................... $20.00

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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 recognize 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 recagnition 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 notional 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 camp limen tory 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 Notional Congress

In order to be eligible for this award, the following minimum criteria must be met: 1. Minimum of 25 years dedicated to gymnastics

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AWARD NOMINATION FORM

Name ________________________________________ __

Address ___________________ _

City _________ State ____ Zip ____ _

Phone __________________ _

Fax ____________________ _

NOMINATOR

Name ________________________________________ __

Address ____________________ _

City ____ _____ State ____ Zip ____ _

Phone _ _________________ _

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You should include as much information as possible using the following criteria.

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

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 on involvement at the regional. national, and/or international levels in one or a combination of the following: caaching, 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 on empha­sis on the accomplished athlete. Coaches and contributors who are inducted will be limited to the few individuals with outstanding and special accomplishments at the very highest level of contribu­tion or coaching. As we have received nominations and credentials for persons who have given a lifetime of meaningful dedication which has greatly influenced the sport of gymnastics through coaching, judging, volunteering, and promotion of the sport, it was felt that prominent notional 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 nome and address information as requested.

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

VOLUNTEER & PROMOTER-list major volunteer efforts, giving dates and num­ber of years of participation. list state, regional. and national offices held, number of years held, including the type of work accomplished. list any other promotional efforts or invent­ed devises that advanced the 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 national recognition. If the nominee is a past competitor, list major accomplishments of the competitive career giving dates and spe­cific levels of competition, including any titles won.

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

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

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

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USA GYMNASTICS MEN'S PROGRAM COMMITTEE MEETING Winter Cup Challenge Las Vegas, Nevada February 13, 1999

I. ROLL CALL Meeting called to order at 2:20 p.m. MST by Chair Marc Yancey.

Members Present: Marc Yancey George Beckstead Greg Corsiglia Tim Daggett Mark Williams Barry Weiner Ron Galimore Dennis Mcintyre Peter Kormann

Members Absent: Chris Waller

Chair MPC & Jr. Coaches Rep. FIG Rep. Jr. Coaches Rep. Vice-Chair for Men Sr. Coaches Rep. Sr. Coaches Rep. Men's Program Director (voice, no vote) Men's Program Manager (voice, no vote) National Team Coordinator (voice, no vote)

Athlete's Rep.

II. APPROVAL OF MPC MINUTES Motion-Tim Daggett (Minutes ofJanuary 19, 1999) Second-Greg Corsiglia PASSED 6-0

III. ATHLETE SPECIAL NEEDS GRANTS Ron Galimore reviewed the applications for special grants. He will follow up on the processing of these grant requests and report back to the committee.

IV. REVIEW INTERNATIONAL COMPETITIONS Ron Galimore identified four international competitions for which we received invitations. With the busy competition schedule this spring, consideration must be given to the athletes' training and meets during this period. Not all the national team athletes will be available for these meets. These meets are World Stars, Paris-Bercy, Grand Prix­Cottbus and Romanian International Tour.

V. JUDGES ASSIGNMENTS Judges for the American Cup will be Harry Bjerke as Technical Director, John Scheer, Mark Graham, Les Sasvary and Abie Grossfeld. The judges for the International Team Championships, World University Games and Pan American Games have yet to be decided.

VI. FIG UPDATE George Beckstead spoke to the development of the 2000 Code of Points. A Men's Technical Committee meeting will be held at the Visa American Cup March 2-6, in St. Petersburg, FL. The new Code will be discussed there.

VII. NEXT MEETING Conference call February 18 at 2:00 PM EST.

Motion- Barry Weiner (Adjourn meeting) Second-Greg Corsiglia PASSED 6-0

Meeting adjourned at 3:25 p.m. MST. Submitted by Mark Williams, Secretary, USA Gymnastics Men 's Program Committee.

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USA GYMNASTICS MEN'S PROGRAM COMMITTEE MEETING CONFERENCE CALL February 18, 1999, and February 25, 1999

I. ROLL CALL Meeting called to order at 2:10 p.m. EST by Ron Galimore. Second conference call February 25 resumed at 11:05 a.m. EST.

Members Present: Greg Corsiglia Tim Daggett Mark Williams Barry Weiner Ron Galimore Peter Kormann Marc Yancey George Beckstead Chris Waller Dennis McIntyre

Jr. Coaches Rep. Vice-Chair for Men (Left at 2:25,2/18/ 99) Sr. Coaches Rep. Sr. Coaches Rep. Men's Program Director (voice, no vote) National Team Coordinator (voice, no vote) Chair MPC & Jr. Coaches Rep. FIG Rep. Athlete's Rep. Men's Program Manager (voice, no vote)

Members Absent: 2/ 18/ 99 Marc Yancey Chair MPC & Jr. Coaches Rep. George Beckstead FIG Rep. Chris Waller Athlete's Rep. Dennis Mcintyre Men's Program Manager (voice, no vote)

Members Absent: 2/ 25 / 99 Barry Weiner Sr. Coaches Rep.

II. ATHLETE, COACHES AND JUDGES ASSIGNMENTS Ron Galimore began discussion about the upcoming events. Invitations need to be sent out for this list of competitions. Peter Kormann expressed concern about some athletes not competing at the more important competitions. The MPC would like to draft a letter to the athletes encouraging them to participate in their assigned events.

The following recommendations are for the upcoming events in 1999.

American Cup: Athletes: Blaine Wilson, Jason Gatson, Trent Wells,

Sean Townsend, Chris Young

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MEN'S PROGRAM UPDATE (continued from page 43)

International Team Meet: Athletes: Blaine Wilson, Jason Gatson, Yewki Tomita,

Coaches: Judges:

Pan American Games: Athletes: Coaches: Judges:

USA/ China: Athletes:

Coaches: Judges:

Paris-Bercy: Athlete: Judge:

World Stars: Athlete: Judge:

Trent Wells, Sean Townsend, Chris Young Ron Brant, Yoichi Tomita Ken Allen, Mark Williams, Tom Stevenson, Mike Hirsh

(Selected at trials in June) Mark Williams, Randy Jepson Jon Culbertson, Steve Butcher, Dan Bachman

Blaine Wilson, Jason Gatson, Trent Wells, Jim Foody, Chris Young, Jay Thornton Peter Kormann, Vitaly Marinitch Abie Grossfeld

Sean Townsend Steve Butcher

Jim Foody Dan Bachman

World University Games: Athletes: Invitation to top 3 rank order & 4th

athlete picked Coaches: (TBA) Judges: Les Sasvary, Ken Achiron, Harry Bjerke

The World University Games allows for 5 athletes, the 4th athlete selected to the team will be picked and the 5th athlete will come from the rank order of the Winter Cup results.

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

Motion-Greg Corsiglia (Approve meet selections) Second-Chris Waller PASSED 6-0

III. USA QUALIFIER Planning to have qualifier on July 31 or August 7. There was a short discussion about a limit to the number of entries.

IV. APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF FEBRUARY 13, 1999 Motion-Marc Yancey (Approve minutes of February 13, with

changes to section 5) Second-Mark Williams PASSED 6-0

V. 1999 WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS TEAM COACHES Head Coach Peter Kormann announced that his assistant coaches for the 1999 World Championships would be Vitaly Marinitch and Yoichi Tomita.

Motion-Mark Williams & Greg Corsiglia (Adjourn meeting) Second-Barry Wiener & Chris Waller PASSED 3-0 & 6-0

February 18 meeting adjourned at 3:10 p.m. EST February 25 meeting adjourned at 12:10 p.m. EST Submitted by Mark Williams, Secretary, USA Gymnastics Men's Program Committee.

USA GYMNASTICS MEN'S PROGRAM COMMITTEE MEETING CONFERENCE CALL March 11, 1999

I. ROLL CALL Meeting called to order at 10:10 a.m. EST by Ron Galimore.

Members Present: Greg Corsiglia Tim Daggett Mark Williams Barry Weiner Ron Galimore Dennis Mcintyre Peter Kormann George Beckstead Chris Waller

Members Absent: Marc Yancey

Jr. Coaches Rep. Vice-Chair for Men Sr. Coaches Rep. Sr. Coaches Rep. Men's Program Director (voice, no vote) Men's Program Manager (voice, no vote) National Team Coordinator (voice, no vote) FIG Rep. Athlete's Rep.

Chair MPC & Jr. Coaches Rep.

II. UPDATE REGIONAL QUALIFIER Discussion began with talk of the location and date of the meet. Facilities for this event must be available three weeks before the U. S. Championships. The Houston Texas Sport Ranch is available and will­ing to host the Regional Qualifying competition July 31st.

Motion-Barry Weiner (Approve using the Texas Sport Ranch July 31st)

Second-Mark Williams PASSED 6-0

Lengthy discussion followed concerning the method of keeping the meet size to a manageable number of participants. In the event that there are 48 athletes or less entered in the meet, there will be one competitive session. If numbers exceed 48, there will be two competitive sessions. The sessions will be divided by having all pre-qualified Seniors and all Junior Elite athletes compete in the first session. The athletes trying to qualify for the Senior meet at U. S. Championships will compete in the second session.

' NOTE: A Junior Elite athlete trying to qualify as a Senior to U. S. Championships must compete in the second session. If you are a Junior Elite athlete who has not qualified for the u.s. Championships through JO Nationals, a choice must be made whether to compete in the Junior Elite qualifier session or the Senior qualifier session. Scores at the qualifier will not carry-over from one session to the other.

Motion-Tim Daggett (Approve above mentioned Regional Qualifying Meet criteria)

Second- Greg Corsiglia PASSED 6-0

III. REVIEW OF 1999 USA BONUS POINT SYSTEM Barry Weiner asked to revisit the 1999 bonus system with the view of going back to FIG scoring in the Olympic Qualifying Meets. Most members felt the bonus scoring would be helpful for our program during the 1999 season. The committee agreed to leave the document as is for the rest of this year.

IV. EVENT ASSIGNMENTS Invitations to Cuban and Romanian meets in April and May. Athlete's availability will be reviewed and a decision to go will be made on the next conference call.

Motion-Tim Daggett (Adjourn meeting) Second-Greg Corsiglia PASSED 6-0

Meeting adjourned at 11:15 a.m. EST Submitted by Mark Wells Williams, secretary, USA Gymnastics Men's Program Committee.

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The Pan American Union currently hosts competitions each year geared towards private club participation. In its first year, USA Gymnastics hosted the competition in Houston, Texas at Bela Karolyi's Gymnastics Camp. The participating club from the United States was Wright's Gymnastics from Indianapolis. The second year was hosted by Costa Rica where Bart Conner Gymnastics participated. In both cases, our U.S. clubs were very pleased with the competition and stat­ed that these events were a valuable learning experience. USA Gymnastics is now informing our gymnastics community of this oppor­tunity. The following is a brief explanation of the Pan American Interclub Competition. 2;f The next competitions are: 1) Junior Division (13-15 year olds)

Dec. 8-12, 1999 Curitiba, Brazil

2) Children A (9-10 year olds) and B Division (11-12 year olds) End of Nov. or first of Dec. )"l Cordoba, Argentina "'V

Note: these ages are the age the athletes are by Dec 31 01 the current year.

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Each club is responsible for all expenses (airfare, housing, food and local transportation) .

Each club will be responsible for an "entry fee" for the competition.

Each country is resp~nsible for providing a iudge. This would fall upon the club in attendance. The iudge must be an FIG Brevet rated and must be coordinated through the USA Gymnastics office. If a iudge is not provided, the club must pay $700 to the host organization.

OTHER NOTES

• All communication must go through the Federations and not directly to the club.

• Interested clubs should contact Gary Warren for a copy of the "Technical Regulations" for the technical requirements and routine text of the Pan American Interclub Competitions.

• Interested clubs must then submit a resume to the National Office prior to their acceptance to participate. --Ii{ USA Gymnastics c/o Gary Warren - Elite Program Manager 201 South Capitol, Suite 300 Indianapolis, IN 46225 Phone: (3 17) 237-5050 ext. 227 V>-Fax: (317) 237-5069 ~

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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 wishing 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

ASSISTANT BOYS COACH-Southern NH gymnastics school is looking for a qualified per­son to assist with a rapidly growing competitive boys program. Full time position wi th benefits for the individual who enjoys working with a profes­sional, cohesive staff in an enjoyable atmos­phere. The position wi ll include working with class and competitive boys. Send resume to Gymnastics Village, 13 Caldwell Drive, Amherst, NH 03031 or call Judy Shenk at 603-889·8092.

OPTIONAL & COMPULSORY COACHES NEEDED. We are an aggressive competitive 5 yr. old program. We need an enthusiastic optional coach with strong bar, vault and tumbling skills, catering to our level 7-10 girls. We also need a strong highly motivated compulsory coach for our levels 4, 5, 6 girls. We would like to fill both positions by July or August of '99. Contact TIm Madore, at New England Gymnastics Training Center, Hudson, NH at (603)880-8482, Fax (603)880-1800, Email: NEGTC@AOl.COM. located 45 minutes from Boston, Hampton Beach and mountains.

Must be willing to make mistakes and learn! Professional Full & Part time preschool, recreation­al, and Girls & Boys Team instructors/ administra­tors needed for expanding South Florida gymnas­tics school(s). Applicants must be energetic, moti­vated, child loving, dedicated and willing to be part of a TEAM. Strong organizational and managerial skills a must. These positions are best suited towards individuals wishing to pursue a career in our organization. Salary and benefits com­mensurate with experience. Fax resume and

salary history to (561)361-4276 or e·mail at CAPTWST@aol.com.

OREGON GYMNASTICS ACADEMY is looking for two qualified, experienced, high level, coaches. 1. Girls artistic coach with strong spotting skills and technical knowledge capable of coaching through elite. 2. Coach for interna­tional rhythmic program to work rec through elite. Salary and Benefits commensurate with experience. OGA has been in business for 21 years and offers leading programs in boys, girls, and rhythmic gymnastics for all levels and ages. Huge growth potential for the right people. Great area, facility, kids, and staff. Call Sheila Lehner at 1·503-531-3409.

KEYSTONE GYMNASTICS, one of the fastest growing gymnastics businesses in Pennsylvonia, will be expanding its top notch staff to include full and part time team coaches and full and part time preschool and class instructors. We are look­ing for team players who are interested in exceeding every standard in the industry. We offer an excellent job package and work envi·

ronment. We will be expanding our current pro· gram, developing new programs and satellite programs. Don't miss out on this opportunity! Send resume to 1035 Reeves St., Dunmore Pa. 18512 or call 1-570-963-1127.

COACHES NEEDED. Eastern National Academy is looking for coaches Pompton Plains and Paramus NJ. We are looking for directors for Preschool and General program, Team coaches qualified in choreography and dance at a high level and knowledgeable in the compulsory divi­sion and instructors for all programs. ENA is in a perfect location for any lifestyle, we are located centrally between the Metropolitan New York area and the Pennsylvania Poconno Mountains. First Aid/ Safety certification a plus or must be obtained within 6 months of hiring. Salary commensurate upon qualifications and experi­ence. Contact Rich at 973-835-1665 or fax resume to 973-835-6225 or e·mail us at ena@ena.com. Eastern National Academy, 210 West Parkway, Pompton Plains, NJ 07444. Http://www.ena.com

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ENJOY TEACHING GYMNASTICS in a success focused noncompetitive recreotional gymnastics training center. Fun & Fit Gymnastics Centers in Canyon Country and Burbank are now looking for energetic, friendly, caring and patient people who love to work with kids. Physical Education and Child Development Degrees preferred, but not required. We will train you in our unique cur· riculum now licensed to over 100 gymnastics cen· ters across the USA. Fax resume to Fun & Fit Gymnastics Centers at BI8·845·3514, or e·mail ta FunFitGym@aol.com.

GYMNASTICS DIRECTOR wanted for Camp Chateaugay in the northern Adirondacks of New York. We ore located on pristine Chateaugay Lake. This is a summer position beginning appraximately June 23·August 18. Camp Chateau goy has 0 two·yeor old focility with a full spring floor, uneven bars, vault, beam and rings. Campers are boys and girls ranging in age from 6·15. Salary, room, board, and a transportation allowance is being offered. If interested, please contact Laurie Roland at 800·487·3866 or 303-674·3115, Chatagram@aol.com

ASSISTANT HEAD COACH-Airborne Gymnostics is currently seeking a girls assistant head coach for its competitive team progrom. Duties include coaching all levels of girls from pre·team to optionol levels. Strong skills in the areas af beam and floor are essentiol. The right applicant must be dependable, knowledgeable, hove great communicotion skills, and be able to work well with others. Choreography and judging opportunities are available if desired. This is a full time position, which includes paid vacations, med· ical insurance, and a great working environment. Salary is negotiable depending on experience. Please send resumes to Airborne Gymnastics, 752 W. Riverside Blvd., Rockford, IL 611 03 or fax your resume to (815)282-3040.

GYMNASTICS COACH needed to coach High School Girls Team ages 9 to 17, Level 5 Girls Team + Training Teams. Also Boys Level 6/ 7 Team Coach needed. Great pay. (732)294·9559 or fax to (732)656·9722.

WOMEN'S HEAD COACH. Located in the community of Abbotsford offering affordable housing, good family living and an hour's com· mute to Vancouver. Twisters is the largest gym· nastics club in the Fraser Valley of British Columbia offering recreational and competitive programs to some 900 registered members in a 10,000 square foot facility. With increased demand for gymnastics programs within the com· munity, plans are currently underway to double the gym's capacity. Renowned for their high per· formance men's program producing Olympic ath·

lete Richard Ikeda and other international medal· ists, the Club is now seeking a Women's Head Coach to develop their talented group of female competitive athletes in achieving national recog· nition. To be considered for this exciting opportu· nity, you will be at least a NCCP Level 3 coach, or other recognized equivalent, have developed national level athletes, and can work with other coaches and the Recreation Coordinator develop· ing programs for all levels of gymnast to achieve a solid technical foundation on which to build. Your outstanding interpersonal, communications and mentoring skills will enable you to work effectively with coaches, parents and the Board in developing 0 cohesive team commiHed to build· ing 0 high performance program over the long term. If you possess the commitment, energy, and dedication to the sport of gymnastics that is required to build a successful program, please submit your resume to Barb Schimnowsky, Selection CommiHee Chair, c/ o 1100·13401 108th Avenue, Surrey, B.C. Canada V3T 5T3. Fax: (604)527·3748 or email to: bschimnowsky@kpmg.ca

FULL TIME POSITION: Oak Park Gymnastics (Chicago area) is looking for a recreational and compulsory team boys coach. If you can help out with girls classes and preschool, even better! We offer greot benefits, a friendly work place, and the great city of Chicago is only 15 minutes awoy. Come join our "teom." M/ F, WE. Send resume to S. Kinsmon, 218 Madison, Oak Park, IL 60302.

BOYS PROGRAM DIRECTOR. The Iowa Gym·Nest is currently seeking a program director to oversee our boys competitive and recreationol program. Established in 1973 we currently have over 1,100 students enrolled in two facilities totaling over 23,000 sq. It. with state of the art equipment for competitive teams. Our boys teams have been state or regional champions for the last 10 years. Full time position with benefits. Successful applicant will need excellent teaching, organizational, and communication skills. Call Jill SchloH at 319·354·5781 or fax to 319· 341 ·3928.

COUNTRY CLUB GYMNASTICS is seeking energetic, responsible, dedicated instructors/ coach· es to work in our growing girl's and boy's programs. Coaches must be able and willing to spot. We are a short drive from Noblesville, Carmel, Westfield and Sheridon, Indiana. If you want to help make learn· ing gymnastics safe and fun for young people in recreational closses &/ or our competitive program, contact Vicki at (317)773-8968.

CHOW'S GYMNASTICS is looking for pre· school instructors and recreation classes coaches (USAG Girls Level 1-4), an assistant girls team coach (USAG Level 5 & up), and boys classes cooches. We have well designed gymnastics pro· grams with international standard equipment. We need enthusiastic instructors who can work well

with girls & boys. Salary is based on experience. Call Chow - owner/ director 515·224·1654 or send resume to Chow's Gymnastics, 2102 Delavan Dr. #L, West Des Moines, IA 50265.

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R = Rhythmic GG = General Gymnastics

TR = Trampoline TU = Tumbling

NOTE: Dates and events subiect to change or cancellation.

1 9 9 9

MAY 21·23 26·30 28·30 28·30

USA Gymnastics Executive Committee/ Board Meetings High Performance Coaches Summit (W)

JUNE 10·13 18·20 25·27 6/ 26·7/ 4 JULY 1·3 2·13 2·10 5·11 9·11 16·18 7/ 23·8/ 8 25·29 7/ 3·B/ l

AUGUST

FIG/ PAGU Coocheslnformation Course (GG) 1st World Age·Group Team Trials (TR/TU)

Four Continents (R) Region 4 Congress (W) U.S. Rhythmic National Championships (R) Special Olympics World Games

Region 8 Congress (W) World University Games (M/W) World Gymnaestrado (GG) National Championships/ 1st Sr. Team Trials (TR/TU) Region 3 Congress (W) U.S. Chollenge (W) Pan American Games (M/W/ R) PAGU Congress 2nd Sr. Teom Trials/ Final World Age·Group

Team Trials (TR/TU)

6·8 U.s. Classic/ National Gymnastics Festival (W) 14·15 3rd Sr. Team Trials (TR/TU) 19·23 J.O. National Team Training Camp (W) 25·28 John Hancock U.S. Gymnastics Championships (M/W) 26·29 USA Gymnastics National Congress 26·28 USA Gymnastics CongressFest (GG) SEPTEMBER 3·5 USA Gymnastics Youth Camp (GG) 3·5 GATConvention 15·18 World Championships Team Trials (M/W) 9/ 20·10/ 3 World Championships & Age·Group Gomes (TR/TU) 24·26 Region 2 Congress (W) 9/ 28·10/ 3 23rd Rhythmic World Championships (R) 9/ 30·10/ 3 Region 5 Congress OCTOBER 8·16 Artistic World Championships (M/W) 13·14 FIG Extraordinary Congress 13·24 Pacific Ocean Basin Gomes (M/W/ R) 14·17 Region 6 Congress (W) 15·16 FIG Medical Technical Symposium 22·24 USA Gymnastics GG Youth Camp 24·26 U.s. Olympic Congress 29·31 Nationol TOPs Testing·West (W) 29·31 Region 7 Congress (W)

NOVEMBER 5·7 Notionol TOPs Testing·East (W) 11·13 Future Stars Notional Championships (M) 11·14 Cooches Workshops (M) 12·14 USA Gymnastics Executive Committee/ Board Meetings DECEMBER 3·5 USA National Gym Fest (GG) 8·12 PAGU Jr. Interdub Championships (M/W) 9·12 National TOPs Camp (W)

Indianapolis, IN Salt lake City, UT Miomi, Fl Knoxville, TN

Jacksonville, Fl Oshkosh, WI TBD Raleigh, NC

Atlanta, GA Palma de Mallorca, ESP Giiteborg, SWE Anaheim, CA Northglenn, CO Montville, NJ Winnipeg, CAN Winnipeg, CAN Knoxville, TN

Rochester, NY TBD Colo. Springs, CO Sacramento, CA Socramento, CA Sacramento, CA

Austin, TX Austin, TX Kansas City, MO Sun City, RSA Portland, OR Osaka, JPN Oakbrook, Il

TIanjin, CHN TIanjin, CHN Santiago, CHI New York City, NY TIanjin, CHN Baltimore, MD Colorado Springs, CO Phoenix, AZ Hunt Valley (Baltimore), MD

Rochester, NY Colorado Springs, CO Colorado Springs, CO Indianapolis, IN

Tempe, AZ Curitiba, BRA Tulsa, OK

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USA Gymnastics Winter Cup Challenge (M) Rhythmic Challenge (R)

19 TBD MARCH

Olympic Test Event (TR) American Classic (W)

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TBD TBD Sydney, AUS TBD

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

American Challenge (W) TBD

15·16 20·25 28·30 TBD T8D MAY

J.O. Nationol Championships, Individual & Group (R) Sr. Pacific Alliance Championships (M/W/ R) level 9 East/West Championships (W) USA Gymnastics Collegiate Championships (M/W) USA Gymnostics National Invitational Tournament (W)

5·7 6·7

J.O. National Championships (W) Rhythmic East/West Championships (R) USOC Olympic Media Summit (M/W/ R) RhythmiC East/West Championships (R)

11 ·15 13·14 19·21 TBD May·Sept. JUNE

USA Gymnastics Executive Committee/ Board Meetings J.O. National Championships (M)

TBD TBD JULY 7·9 26·29

TBD TBD AUGUST

Mall Tour (M/W/ R)

U.S. Challenge (W) USA Gymnastics National GymFest (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 Chompionships (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/ 16·10/ 1 Olympic Games (M/W/ R/TR) OCTOBER TBD·TBD 2001 Post·Olympic Tour (M/W/ R/TR/TU) NOVEMBER 10·11 International Team Championships (M/W Srs.) 17·19 USA Gymnastics Executive Committee/ Board Meetings 20·26 FIG Congress TBD Future Stars National Championships (M)TBD TBD Coaches Workshop (M) TBD USA Gymnastics National Gym Fest (GG) DECEMBER TBD FIG Men's Intercontinental Judges Course

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TBD Christ Church, NZl TBD TBD TBD

TBD TBD Houston, Texas TBD Indianapolis, IN T8D TBD

TBD TBD

Tulsa, OK St. louis, MO

St. louis, MO TBD

Boston, MA Boston, MA TBD

Sydney, AUS

TBD

Richmond, VA Indianapolis, IN Marrakech, MAR

TBD TBD

CZE

TBD

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1199911l'I'Y ~11l'~'~~Il'~ON I~MJIDgll The Safety Schedule is updated weekly an our website www.usa-gymnastics.arg

1 999 Safety Certification 6 Broodview Heights, OH; 10:00 a.m.·2:00 p.m.; JULY Schedule April 7, 1 999 course rg0606990h; Gymnastics World; 6630 Harris Rd 11 Northglenn, CO; 1 :30· 5:30 p.m.; course je071199co LATE REGISTRATIONS ARE NOT GUARANTEED A BOOK Instructor: Ron Ganim 440·526·2970 Holiday Inn North; In conjunction with Region 3 Congress OR ADMISSION TO THE (OURSE. local contact: Mary Ann Mahoney 303·429·3367 Monday, (by 5:00 p.m. Eastern Standard TIme) 11 Sumter, SC; 5:30·9:30 p.m.; course kd061199sc Instructor: Jan Eyman 254·694·2065 is the last day registrations will be accepted for Miss libby's Dance and Gymnastics; Wesmark Blvd.

courses being conducted the following weekend. local contact: Debbie Bowen B03·469·8277 17 Penfield, NY; 9:00 a.m.·2:00 p.m.; course sc071799ny Registrations received after that time or on site Instructor: Kim Boyd Domagalski 803-473·2257 The Gymnastics Training Center will be charged an additional $25. Instructor: Sarah Jane Clifford 716·388·8686 Minimum age lor Salety Certili(ation 12 East Stroudsburg, PA; 1 :30·6:00 p.m.; course pf061299po is 18 years. International Gymnastics Camp; local contact: Burno Klaus AUGUST

717 ·629·0244; Instructor: Phil Frank 609·786·3977 15 Menlo Park, CA; 9:00 a.m.·1:00 p.m.; course mt081599ca MAY

13 Saginaw, MI; 2:00·6:00 p.m.; course hf061399mi; Gym·Jester Menlo Park Gymnastics

22 Boise, ID; 9:00 a.m.' 1 :OOp.m.; course jt052299id; Gem State Gymnastics Center; Instructor: Helen Fry 51].754-7401 Instructor: Michael Taylor 650·858·3480, 650·325·2883

Gymnastics Academy; Instructor: Jim TIghe 208·853·3220 21 Boise, ID; 9:00 a.m.' 1 :00 p.m.; course jt082199id; Gem State

23 Mays landing, NJ; 2:00·6:30 p.m.; course pf052399nj 19 Columbus, OH; 1 :00·5:00 p.m.; course bf0619990h Gymn Academy; Instructor: Jim TIghe 208·853·3220

Universal Gymnasts, Inc.; 4555 Knightsbridge Blvd Perfect Balance Gymnastics; 5101 Oakwood Boulevard Instructor: Bobbi Montanari-Fahrnbach 614·457·1279 25 Sacramento, CA; 1:00·5:00 p.m.; courseww082599ca local contact: Mary Marino 609·625·5223 Instructor: Phil Frank 609-786·3977 20 Oshkosh, WI; 12:00 noon·4:00 p.m.; course rd062099wi

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JUNE Oshkosh Gymnastics Center; 2080 W. 20th Ave. Oshkosh Instructor: to be determined local contact: Phyllis Hardt 920·235·7800

6 Bloomingdale, Il 9:00 a.m.-l :00 p.m.; course mk060699il Instructor: Ralph Druecke 414-782-3430 25 Sacramento, CA; 1 :00-5:00 p.m.; course xx082599ca Centrol Dupage Hospital Medical Offices @ Stratford South; In conjunction with USA Gymnastics National Congress 245 S. Gary Ave; local contact: Monique Vodicka 630-933- 30 Dunwoody, GA; 5:00-9:00 p.m.; course cc063099ga New, or safety expired by more than 30 days 3078; Instructor: Monte Kimes 773-586-6015 Crown Plaza Ravinia; Instructor: Chris Calvert 404-687-9911 Instructor: to be determined

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YOU MAY NOT REGISTER FOR A COURSE TO RECERTIFY ANY EARLIER THAN 6 MONTHS PRIOR TO YOUR EXPIRATION DATE.

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