EVENTS 2008 AUGUST
MAY 6-11 8-11
JO National Championships (M) Level 9 East &West Championships (W)
11-12 16-18 22-24 23-24 23-24 23-25 23-26 27-30 31-June3
Age Group Workshop (M) JO National Championships (W) Visa Championships (M,R,l) World Cup Series of the Leman (AG) Age Group Workshop (M) U_S. Classic/ Challenge (W) Festival Rhythmic Nationals &Gymfest (GG) JO Compulsory Level Training Camp (W) JO Coaches Spotting Clinic (Levels up to 7) (W)
Battle Creek, MI Dayton, OH & SI. Louis, MO Battle Creek, MI Kissimmee, FL Houston, TX Publier -Amphion, FRA Houston, TX Houston, TX Crossville, TN Huntsville, TX Huntsville
Visa Championships (W) JO Compulsory Championships (R) Age Group Workshop (M) TeamGym Nationals National Gym Fest (GG) USA Gymnastics National Congress U.S. Olympic Team Trials - Gymnastics World Cup (TR) Final Olympic Selection Event (T)
Boston, MA Columbus, OH Las Angeles, CA Las Vegas, NV Philadelphia, PA Philadelphia, PA Switzerland Kansas City, MO
JUNE 5-7 5-8 7-8 13-15 19-21 19-22 20-21 30
J.D. National Championships (T) Region 4 Congress Region 8 Congress Region 3 Congress National Championships (AG)
W= Women AG = Acrobatic Gymnastics
R= Rhythmic B= Business
NOTE: Dates anti events subjed to change or cancellation.
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Olympic Games Region 6 Congress Region 1 Congress
Beijing, CHN Burlington, MA Santa Clara, CA
National Gymnastics Day Region 5 Congress
All Over Indianapolis, IN
National TOPs Testing Region 2 Congress Glasgow Grand Prix (W) DTB Pokal World Cup (W)
Huntsville, TX Portland, OR Glasgow, GBR Stuttgart, GER
Future Stars Champianships (M) National Coaches Workshop (M) High Performance Coaching Seminar (W) Junior Olympic &National Team Training Camp (AG),
Colorada Springs, CO Colorado Springs, CO Huntsville, TX TBD
TOP's National Team Training Camp (W) TOP's National BTeam Training Camp (W)
Huntsville, TX Huntsville, TX
SEPTEMBER 13 26-28
OCTOBER 3-5 10-12 16-19 23-26
NOVEMBER 6-8 6-9 12-16 21-25
DECEMBER 3-7 7-11
JU LY 1-6 11-13 18-20 18-20 27-31
8-24 15-17 22-24
Kansas City, MO Caralville, IA Jacksonville, FL Oklahoma City, OK Des Moines, IA
TR = Trampoline TT = Trampoline/fumbling
M=Men
GG = Group Gymnastics
TU = Tumbling
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Luan Peszek GRAPHIC DESIGNERS
Zemetria Barnes-Perry and D. Woodrow White USA GYMNASTICS EXECUTIVE COMMlnEE CHAIR: Ron Froehlich; PRESIDENT: Sieve Penny; VICE CHAIR WOMEN: Tom KolI; VICE CHAIR MEN: Yoichi Tomilo; VICE CHAIR RHYTHMIC: Andreo Schmid, VICE CHAIR TRAMPOLINE: Shoun Kempton; VICE CHAIR ACRO-GYMNASTICS: Tonyo Case; SECRETARY: Gory Anderson; TREASURER: Bob Wood; FIG REPS: Bob Calarassi (Execulive Cammi",,), Ron Froehlich (Auditor), Tonyo Case (AG Technical Commi"ee) and John Raelh)isberger (Athlete Rep.). AT lARGE MEMBERS: Steve Bulcher, David Holcomb; ATHLETE DIREGORS: Kim lmeskal-Burde"e, John Roelhlisberger, Jessica Howard, Karl Heger; USOC ATHLETE DIREGOR: Larissa Fonlaine_ USA GYMNASTICS BOARD OF DIRECTORS CHAIR: Ron Froehlich; PRESIDENT: Sieve Penny; PRESIDENT EMERITUS: Sandy Knopp, Mike Donohue; TREASURER: Bob Wood; SECRETARY: Gory Anderson; VICE CHAIR WOMEN: Tom KolI; VICE CHAIR MEN: Yaichi Tomila; VICE CHAIR RHYTHMIC: Andrea Schmid, VICE CHAIR TRAMPOLINE: Shoun Kemplon; VICE CHAIR ACRO-GYMNASTICS: Tanya Case; PUBLIC SEGOR: Fronk Marshall, Bob Wood; AMATEUR ATHLETIC UNION: Ron Ferris; AMERICAN SOKOL ORGANIZATION: Jorry Milon; AMERICAN TURNERS: Michelle Lesperance; COLLEGE GYMNASTICS ASSOCIATION-MEN: Fonds Allen; NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF COUEGIATE COACHES-WOMEN: Mark Cook; NATIONAL ASSOCIATION FOR GIRLS AND WOMEN IN SPORT: Morilyn Sirawbridge; NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF WOMEN'S GYMNASTICS JUDGES: Corole Ide; NATIONAL COLLEGIATE ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION-MEN: Yashi Hayasaki; NATIONAL FEDERATION OF STATE HIGH SCHOOL ASSOCIATIONS: Becky Oakes; NATIONAL GYMNASTICS JUDGES ASSOCIATION-MEN: Butch lunich; NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL GYMNASTICS COACHES ASSOCIATION: open; U.s. ASSOCIATION OF INDEPENDENT GYMNASTICS CLUBS: Paul liert; U.S. ELITE COACHES ASSOCIATION-MEN: Thorn Glielmi; U.S. ELITE COACHES ASSOCIATION-WOMEN: Sieve Rybacki and Tony Gehman; U.S. MEN'S GYMNASTICS COACHES ASSOCIATION: Tim Klempnauer; U.S. RHYTHMIC GYMNASTICS COACHES ASSOCIATION: Suzie DiTullio; YOUNG MEN'S CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATION OF THE USA: Cosey Koenig; NATIONAL COllEGIATE ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION-WOMEN: Meg Slephensan; NATIONAL MEMBERSHIP DIREGORS MEN: Mike Burns, Abie Grossfeld; RHYTHMIC: Ivonko Kirov, Michelle Lorson; WOMEN: Kelli Hill, Tom Forster; TRAMPOLINE: \(0" Uneberry, Dr. George Drew; ACRO-GYMNASTICS: Undo Porter, Joy Binder; ATHlETES COUNCIl: Dominique Dowes, Don Gill, Mary Sanders, Shannon Miller, Michael Rodrigues, Joy Thornton, ASSOCIATE MEMBERS: JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTERS, Lori Katz; SPECIAL OLYMPICS, Cindy Bickmon; U.s. COMPETITIVE AEROBICS FEDERATION, Howard Schwartz
FEATURES 6 What You Need to Know Before You Borrow Money 12 A Close-Up Look at the Knee 14 Get Your Club Signed Up for
the Tyson Fitness Challenge DEPARTMENTS 2 Event Schedule 4 USA Gymnastics Message
18 Business Tips
20 Member Services 24 Congress Facts 26 Congress Registration Form 27 Congress Additional Course Form 28 Hall of Fame Ceremony Luncheon 30 Education 3 2 2008 Safety Certification Schedule 34 What's New 46 Classifieds
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• • USA GYMNASTICS MESSAGE
y nastics is a safe sport that helps teach young people valuable skills including teamwork, fitness, self-discipline, and other important ideals which sustain kealt y and successful approach to life. As the national governing body, USA Gymnastics works to bUltd awareness of gymnastics throughout the country and promote participation in the sport. I enjoy any opportunity to talk to the media about the many great benefits of gymnastics. Unfortunately, a few recent media reports have focused on some of the challenges that can arise. USA Gymnastics and the gymnastics community have recently been confronted with news coverage related to safety and misconduct issues within our sport. Serious injuries and child abuse are rare occurrences, but tend to draw a high degree of public scrutiny. USA Gymnastics employs programs that address these issues and we intend to continue our diligent efforts to safeguard the athletes. USA Gymnastics has been a leader among national sports governing bodies for its proactive efforts in the areas of safety certification and other educational initiatives. Safety certification, which was first introduced in 1985, has been mandatory for professional members since 1998. The current Safety/Risk Management Certification course covers a great deal of information on injury prevention as well as responsibilities of gymnastics professionals. Our education initiatives continue to grow, and we are proud of the developments within USA Gymnastics University. A variety of educational opportunities are available at the national and regional levels as well as online. Background screening is now a mandatory requirement for professional membership as well. In the near future, we will roll out the background check service to member clubs allowing them to use the National Center of Safety Initiatives' (NCSI) background check service at a reduced rate for all employees in their club. USA Gymnastics continues to develop and encourage best practices in all areas of the sport. We leverage many resources and industry professionals in our policy development to ensure we are compliant with legal requirements and consistent with industry standards. With all that we are doing, there are still some limitations in the way we can deal with these challenges. USA Gymnastics is a membership-driven organization governed by the Amateur Sports Act. We have no jurisdiction over the business affairs of gymnastics clubs, including employment. Termination of membership, the public listing of terminated members and a lifetime ban on participation in sanctioned events are the most serious actions USA Gymnastics can take. Additionally, USA Gymnastics can require minimum education and certification standards for certain membership classes, but does not regulate all coaches and instructors involved in the sport. It takes everyone working together - athletes, their families, coaches, judges, club owners, volunteers, and others to focus on the best practices for our sport. We encourage club owners to review their own policies, including such things as background screening of all employees, awareness of USA Gymnastics' list of terminated members, and coaching education and certification requirements. We all share the ultimate goal of providing a safe and fun environment for all gymnastics participants. USA Gymnastics, along with our members and clubs, strives to provide a positive and healthy environment for all of the athletes. Let's continue to work together to help young people excel and grow in the sport we all love. See you in the gym.
~¥c:~~. Steve Penny
President of USA Gymnastics
USA Gymnastics Board of Directors USA Gymnastics is seeking nominations for Program representatives to the Board of Directors. Nominations will be accepted from May 1 until June 15. Elections, which will be announced online and in Technique magazine, will commence beginning September 1. Criteria for program representatives can be found in the "Member Updates" section of each program page on www.usa-gymnastics.org.
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To You Borrow The Five C's of Lending and Leasing BY KEN WOOD
E ALL KNOW THAT money and our ability to manage it is what keeps our facilities running smoothly. how we Usually handle our cash flow needs can be the primary factor in whether the business runs smoothly and in some cases whether we, as owners, get paid. In the course of arranging financing for businesses all over the country, including some Children's Activity Centers (CACs), I have found that many gym owners have not prepared themselves and their businesses for borrowing money when the time comes to expand, consolidate debtor make purchases. The process of borrowing money for financing a building, equipment, or refinancing existing debt is similar in that all can be time consuming for the CAC owner, and even more so when the owner is busy with teaching classes or coaching competitive programs. In an attempt to help CAe's be better prepared when it comes time to borrow money, I have developed a five-step checklist for the borrower to refer to before
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the search for funding. All five are equally important and must be addressed ahead of time. Deficiency in anyone category can sink the borrower's ability to get financing. By addressing these five specific areas early, the CAC owner can make the financing process go much more smoothly and greatly enhance their ability to get funding.
CREDIT Credit is probably the single most problematic area that I have seen. While all of us know we have a credit score and that it is important, I have found that many don't realize just how important it is, or how to protect and enhance it. First, there are two different types of credit ratings you need to be concerned with, your personal credit and your business credit. Personal credit is what we are most familiar with. Unfortunately, it is widely misunderstood by the very consumers who depend on it. Even when you are applying for a business loan or lease, your personal credit is just as important as your business credit. While I have to stress to you that I am not a licensed credit counselor, there are a few pointers I can share with you. First, in many cases the rate charged to you for borrowing is a direct reflection of your credit score. The better the score, the lower the rate. In order to get the best rates your credit score must be in the mid 700's. ~ continue on p.8
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1. Credit cards with high balances hurt your score, but so do not having any revolving credit. Try to keep all credit card balances between 25%-50% of the credit limit to maximize your score. Even if you have to carry a lot of revolving debt, it is better to have four cards at 50% of the high credit limit rather than two cards that are maxed out. 2.Late payments kill your credit score. In addition, you will have to write a detailed explanation justifying every late payment on your credit report, even those dating back several years. Avoid rolling lates, which happens once you get behind by more than 30 days and it rolls over to the next month. As you make the payment, you are actually paying last month's bill and this recurs over several months, thus creating several sequential 30 day late notices on your credit report. 3. Collections and judgments, especially within the last two years, drop your score dramatically. That medical bill that you disputed and refused to pay can end up in collections and will show up on your report. Avoid this at all costs. When paying off collections (or any debt for that matter) be sure to get a receipt or written letter showing the balance is paid and in good standing, or closed. Collection agencies are notorious for reporting negative but not positive credit activity. 4. A lack of diversity in types of credit will hurt your credit score. Having only one type of credit is not going to build your score. You need to have revolving (credit cards), installment (car loans, etc) and mortgage lines all in good standing for at least 24 months in order to create the best possible credit file. 5. Too many lines of credit and/or too many inquiries. If you have too many open lines, even though you may not be using them, can also trigger a reduction in score. But even more important is the number of inquiries on your credit file. Whenever you apply for a credit card, get an insurance quote, shop for a mortgage refinance, get a new cell phone, rent a car using a debit card, or sometimes even apply for a job, there will be a coinciding inquiry to your credit status. Too many inquiries in a ninety day period can be detrimental to your credit score. In general, a score will go down approximately five points for thirty days with each inquiry. Additionally, when applying for credit, recent inquiries may have to be explained in a letter to the lender.
CREDIBILITY Credibility is all about the amount of experience you have in your industry. While it is always more difficult to finance a new business, the amount of time you have worked in the industry and what management positions you have held will be crucial to your ability to borrow money. A strong personal resume will go a long way in convincing a lender that you are worthy of their risk. If you are an existing facility, your time in business, the strength of your financial statements,community involvement, and business accomplishments all combine to create a type of resume for the business. Whether you are a start-up or an existing business, your personal resume is equally important in creating credibility for the company. Here are some things you can do
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to best present yourself and your company to potential lenders: 1. Make sure your personal resume shows roles in management, even if outside of the industry. 2. A well thought out business plan for both start-ups and existing businesses will speak towards your credibility. Beware of software programs designed to help you put together a business plan. Most are not for service-oriented businesses and will create a business plan with a cookie-cutter look to them. Many will include chapter and section headings that have little or nothing to do with a CAe. Unfortunately, instead of just deleting these sections, borrowers usually try to fill these sections in with irrelevant information that can confuse, distract or even bore a potential lender. 3. For existing businesses, make sure your business plan has a history of the business included. This history should note competitive accomplishments but also community involvement such as awards. If your gym feeds the homeless on Thanksgiving Day or sponsors community events, these things should be included. Include copies of news articles, brochures, and marketing materials. 4. Make sure your personal financial statement and all company financials are in good shape. When your house is in order, it speaks to your level of responsibility. The single biggest mistake CAC owners make is to wait too long to get financial assistance when things are tough. While breaking even or just showing a slight loss on your P&L's will not completely kill your chances of getting funded, the stronger your financial position on paper, the better your chances. 5. What's good for your tax return is not necessarily beneficial to your quest for new funding options. As small business owners, we want as much return from our business as possible, while showing the smallest net profit line possible. The reason for this is clear. If your net profit is low, you will have a lot less in taxes to pay. If you are an LLC or an 5-corp, this profit shows up on your personal tax return. However, lenders look at the profitability of your company as an indication of the relative health of the business. 50 having a high net profit better ensures your viability to the lender as a good risk. By the way, a low net profit can also limit your return when you decide to sell the business. 6. Keeping your financials accurate and up to date on in-house accounting software will make your life much easier in the long run. When a lender asks for current or historical profit and loss statements, balance sheets, cash flow reports or even asset lists (equipment lists), having them essentially at your fingertips can save you time and money. Also, having up-to-date spreadsheets tracking all aspects of your business can help paint a fuller picture than can just your tax returns. There are spreadsheet templates out there for you to track different revenue and expense categories and allow you to compare them to the industry standards.
CAPITAL Every lender wants to be comfortable knowing that you have the ability to pay back the loan or lease. And even though you need their money to buy the building or equipment, the lender will want you to contribute a portion of the purchase price. Even when restructuring debt where nothing new is being purchased, and even if you are getting loan proceeds for ~ co ntinue on p.lO
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working capital, you will still have to provide some funds for a down payment. What's interesting here is that the more money you have available (thus the less need you have for financing), the better chance you have of getting financed. In a variation of an old adage:lt takes money to borrow money: The amount of money you will need varies according to the type of transaction. For example, any loan that does not include real estate you can expect a requirement of at least 10% down payment and usually a 20% down payment. However, an equipment lease can require as little as a security deposit equaling one or two payments and will usually demand significantly less upfront cash than what is required for a loan. The down payment requirement for real estate loans can vary as well. Traditional commercial real estate lenders generally look for 20% down payment or more, depending on the type of property. But SBA programs can lower the down payment requirements to 10%. There are also some other, more aggressive programs out there where you can get as little as 3% required down payment, but those programs are at a higher interest rate and are difficult to qualify for. So no matter what you need money for, be prepared to provide some of your own funds, no matter the amount of collateral you may have.
CAPACITY Your Profit and Loss Statement, Balance Sheet and business tax returns will all speak to the business's ability to pay back any new debt. If these financial documents are not strong enough
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to demonstrate the business's CAPACITY for repayment, then in order to give a level of comfort to the lender, the company will have to demonstrate new revenue in the form of projections or a Pro Forma. If the borrower is using the money to purchase equipment, he/ she will have to demonstrate how the added equipment will generate more revenue for the company. The same holds true when adding on to your building or moving to a larger facility. But what if you are restructuring existing debt? In this case you are not adding new revenue, yet have to demonstrate the ability to pay back the loan. If your existing financial documents are not strong enough to carry the new debt load, the Pro Forma becomes critical once again. In every industry there are natural business cycles, usually based on the calendar year. But in the CAC industry, specifically gymnastics, there is a four year cycle as well. Currently we are a few months away from the Olympics and most clubs can expect a boost in revenues in the year following the Olympics. A Pro Forma showing the increased business, backed up by historical financial documents showing similar increases for past Olympic years might be enough to satisfy a lender, even if your financial documents do not show the company has the current ability to repay the loan and no new revenue streams are expected from the use of the loan proceeds. This scenario would be strengthened by a strong credit score for both the business and the borrower,as well as healthy reserves. In any case, even if your Credit and Credibility are perfect and you have healthy reserves, you will still have to prove ~ continue on p.42 your ability to pay back all funds borrowed.
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AS THE LAST ROUND OF EVENTS COME TO A CLOSE, THOUGHTS RACE THROUGH YOUR MIND AS AN ATHLETE. "IF I CAN JUST STICK THE LANDING .. .lF I CAN JUST JUMP A BIT HIGHER ... IF I CAN ..." AND THEN DISASTER STRIKES - IT'S YOUR KNEE. YOU FELT A POP(fEAR, IT IS SWOLLEN, AND YOU CANNOT COMPETE. WHAT HAPPENED? All too often, this scenario is played out at gyms across the country. Each year, injuries are seen in orthopaedic offices and emergency rooms across the country. The injuries encompass foot and ankle problems, knee injuries, low back pain, and overuse/stress syndromes. Usually they are minor, but if not appropriately handled, they can lead to years of disability and lost gymnastics potential. Among the most common lower extremity injuries, knee and ankle complaints top the charts. Usually seen with dismounts, the vast majority are sprains and strains, but season and career ending injuries can occur. Each year, over 100,000 ACL reconstructions are performed. The ACL is commonly torn in pivoting types of sports, and more specifically with gymnastics, the ligament is torn with overrotating or landing short on dismounts. A thorough evaluation by an Orthopaedic Surgeon is recommended, and although the diagnosis can be confirmed with a physical exam, an
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MRI is usually ordered to evaluate the other important structures in the knee such as the meniscus (a piece of cartilage that acts as a shock absorber and it sits in between the femur bone and shin bone). The ACL is reconstructed with ligaments taken from the athlete's body or ligaments that have been donated. Return to competition is not recommended before 6 months and long term data show that well over 70% of athletes can return to their previous sport. The goal of physicians and trainers is to educate the athletes on prevention strategies - prevention is the key! The common phrase - "No pain, no gain" - while having some truth, should not be taken literally. If something hurts and it does not go away with a simple period of relative rest (cross-training), ice therapy, or routine over the counter pain medications (Ibuprofen), it is time to see a physician. A proper warm up and cool down is important to prevent common muscle strains.Your body's reflexes are enhanced with a proper warm up and stretching routine. Inspect all gymnastics apparatus and wear proper safety equipment, to ensure if falls do happen that you are protected. Coaches and trainers should have a working relationship with the local orthopaedic physician to ensure uninterrupted care ofthe athlete from initial diagnosis, to treatment, therapy and return to competition. X
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Lateral side (outside of knee) Posterior cruci ate ligament (peL)
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Figure 1: View of the left knee with the central ligaments labeled - anterior cruciate ligament (ACl) and posterior cruciate ligament (PCl). Inset shows a torn ACL. Used with permission from the American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine, Copyright 2008.
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Gymnastics clubs across the are gearing up for their participation in the Tyson Fitness Challenge. After registering your club for this year's program, log on to the administrators section of the web site and fill out the "Tell Us" form. Your club's plans will then be posted online for everyone to see! Check back regularly for updates on the club listing. Having trouble integrating the Tyson Fitness Challenge content into your gym club? Take a look at the entries below for some ideas. The following listing is a random selection of clubs who participated in the 2007 Tyson Fitness Challenge, including the top 3 clubs who raised the most money for Children's Miracle Network last year!
First place winners: Joan and Ron Ganim, Gymnastics World, Inc.
Second place winners: John Macready and John Roethlisberger, Fl ip Fest Camp.
Third place winners: Kathryn and Jo hn Geddert, Gedderts' Twistars.
Gymnastics World of Broadview Heights, Ohio, raised more than $25,500, the most of any club last year, for its local Children's Miracle Network hospital. For its efforts, Gymnastics World and its owners, Ron and Joan Ganim, received an AAI vault table valued at $3,332. In 2007, Gymnastics World hosted a cartwheel-a-thon to raise money and used the online giving Web site to enhance their fundraising efforts.
Texas Dreams Gymnastics from Houston, Texas, incorporated the Tyson Fitness Challenge into their Summer Six-Pack Camps. There were three classes offered each Friday for eight weeks beginning in June. Texas Dreams worked with local elementary schools to get more participation in the Tyson Fitness Challenge and in total, they raised more than $4,500 for Children's Miracle Network through the online giving Web site.
John Macready and John Roethlisberger's Flip Fest, a summer gymnastics camp in Crossville, Tenn., raised $10,000 for Children's Miracle Network - the second most of any club in the U.S. They incorporated the Tyson Fitness Challenge exercises and nutrition content into the camp programming and sold custom made Tyson Fitness Challenge T-shirts.
Parkettes Gymnastics in Allentown, Pa., incorporated the Tyson Fitness Challenge exercises into their summer classes. They also made a club donation of $500 to Children's Miracle Network as a personal effort to help children in their community.
Geddert's Twistars USA in Dimondale, Mich., finished third in the fundraising efforts for clubs, raising more than $7,300. They used the Tyson Fitness Challenge on National Gymnastics Day by hosting a cartwheel-a-thon. Garden State Gymnastics Training Center, Inc from Forked River, N.J., incorporated the Tyson Fitness Challenge exercises into their two-and-a-half hour mini-camps throughout the summer. GYMNASTICS ETC from Sulphur, La., hosted a cartwheel-a-thon on Aug. 4 2007. Gymnasts collected donations I pledges for the number of cartwheels they did and then they had a National Gymnastics Day party with food, balloons and free gym time. The club raised more than $1,500 for Children's Miracle Network. Mpact Martial Arts and Gymnastics from Brentwood, Tenn., hosted the Tyson Fitness Challenge eight-session program during its summer camps June 4 - Aug. 6, 2007. The club raised more than $2,200 for Children's Miracle Network. Sonshine Academy of Conway, Ark., incorporated the Tyson Fitness Challenge activities and informational nutritional handouts into their week-long summer camps, as well as their regular gymnastics classes throughout the summer. Students were also encouraged to participate in the Children's Miracle Network fund raiser through the online giving Web site. Their club raised more than $6,100 and is the host gym for the top individual fundraiser in all of the USA, AndrewWise, who raised more than $3,700.
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Champions Gymnastics in Katy, Texas, took their team girls for a hospital tour so they could meet some of the children for whom they would be fund raising. Then on National Gymnastics Day, they had a carnival/cartwheel-a-thon and hosted the Tyson Fitness Challenge. Their club raised more than $2,200 for Children's Miracle Network TNT Fitness from Jacksonville, Fla., raised $3,600 by incorporating the Tyson Fitness Challenge exercises and nutritional content into their daily fitness classes. As a motivator for raising money, they also took a group of gymnasts from their club on atour oftheir local Children's Miracle Network hospital. Central Coast Gymnastics Sports Center, Inc. from San Luis Obispo, Calif., hosted three Family Fitness Nights for the Tyson Fitness Challenge on three Saturdays during the summer months! They involved the family in exercising, learning about nutrition, having fun together, getting fit and raised $500 for Children's Miracle Network. USA Gymnastics Region VI participated in the fundraising portion of the Tyson Fitness Challenge last year by hosting a live auction during their regional congress, which raised more than $8,200 for Children's Miracle Network. Thank you Kathy Osberg, Jen Scannell and Kathy Feldmann for organizing that event. In 2008, they are challenging all other USA Gymnastics regions and clubs across the USA to join in the efforts to raise money for this worthy cause!
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ISelling' Change: Invest Time to Save Time I FIND IT ONE OF THE MORE PUZZLING aspects of human behavior that some people who will claim to dislike pain will repeatedly take actions that have historically proven to bring pain to bear upon themselves or their company. A few years ago, a friend gave me a mug engraved with the quote, "if you keep doing the same things you have always done, you will always get what you have always got." To state it another way, "if it hurts when you bang your head against the wall, stop banging your head against the wall." In an effort to minimize pain in my life I began to search and identify any patterns of pain and one pattern I noticed was that every time I implemented change in my business I got resistance and this resistance ultimately manifested itself in some form of pain , sometimes severe pain. Can you believe it, employees or clients showing resistance to change? Haha. I truly used to feel that my employees were hard-wired with some unique rebelliousness gene whose sole purpose was to make my life miserable (can
anyone relate)? It took some self-coaching but I gradually arrived at a healthier, more truthful, more effective mindset: it is a fact of life that human beings are threatened by change and my getting frustrated by what is human nature makes no more sense than getting angry at gravity or the sun and is, frankly, neither productive nor healthy. Once I decided to quit banging my head against the wall of human nature I established a "five step model" to help me better sell the notion of change. This model has served me well in countless situations and is the same model I use today and teach to Kids First Department Leaders and Boot Campers. Admittedly, following this model takes time but the time you invest on the front end saves time and stress on the back end, in multiples.
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AHention all Professional, Instructor, Jr. Professional Members, and Club Owners Don't miss out on the best educational opportunity in 2008! The 44th AnnuaL USA Gymnastics NationaL Congress and Trade Show is a three-day educationaL event open to the entire gymnastics community. HeLd in conjunction with the 2008 U.S. OLympic Team Trials-Gymnastics, NationaL Congress provides a unique opportunity to attend presentations, demonstrations, and educationaL seminars on a variety of topics
within the sport, aLL in one Location . Sessions wi LL begin June 19 at the PennsyLvania Convention Center and will feature sessions provided by nationally recognized professionals from aLL areas of gymnastics, as weLL as preschooL! recreationaL education, sport science, fitness and business management. AdditionaL educationaL opportunities,
such as the Business Conference, Safety Certification, PreschooL Hands On Training and judging exams are availabLe at an additionaL fee. ALong with the amazing educationaL opportunity attendees will aLso receive admission to the Trade Show HaLl. Sponsored by the United States Gymnastics SuppLiers Association the Trade Show HaLL will feature more than 200 booths of products and information from more than 85 different ve ndors from the gymnastics community. SpeciaL events, such as the USGSA Mega-RaffLe and giveaways, take pLace daily in the exhibit haLl. Finish up NationaL Congress with Saturday Night Fever Fun, the NationaL Congress Dance Party wiLL be heLd at the PhiLadeLphia Marriott-Downtown. Bring your best 70's gear for a chance to wi n prizes in a costume contest and enter the third AnnuaL Dance Contest. Admittance is free to NationaL Congress registrants, but pLease remember, you MUST be 18 to attend. ~
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Please see below for more details and visit our website at www.usa-gymnastics.org for the most up-to-date information on speakers, topics, Trade Show vendors and Dance Party details. Look forward to seeing you in PhiLLy this June! PRE CONGRESS DAY: June 18-19 Philadelphia Marriott-Downtown • Business Conference with special Keynote Speaker • Safety/Risk Management cou rse • H.O.T. Course - Hands on Training for Preschool Fundaments course
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Trade Show Hall Hours • Thursday June 19 - 7:30 a.m .-5:45 p.m. • Friday June 20 - 8:30 a.m.-5:45 p.m. • Saturday June 21 - 8:30 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
• 14 sessions per hour with 5 session time per day • Sessions begin at 8:30 a.m. all three days • Session end at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday and Friday • Sessions end at 1:30 pm on Saturday • All disciplines, all levels, business, recreational, fitness, sports science, preschool, cheerleading, safety and risk management.
Special Trade Show Hall Events • National Congress educational sessions offered 5 times a day. • Hall opening club owner continental breakfast • Hall Social on Friday • Coffee breaks • Free Internet Cafe • Ability to purchase Official USA Gymnastics gear and technical materials. • National Travel Systems will be available for information for the latest on 2009 events • Special Autograph Signings (TBD) • Super Sales on equipment, apparel and much , much more
NATIONAL TRADE SHOW: June 19-21 Pennsylvania Convention Center Hall D. Proudly Sponsored by the United States Gymnastics Suppliers Association
USGSA MEGA Raffle • Over $66,000 dollars in gifts and prizes • Early opening and closing hours for extra time to shop
NATIONAL CONGRESS: June 19-21 Pennsylvania Convention Center
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44th ANNUAL USA GYMNASTICS NATIONAL CONGRESS and TRADE SHOW
June 19-21, 2008 • Philadelphia, Pennsylvania held in coniunction with the 2008 u.s. Olympic Team Trials - Gymnastics WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
All USA Gymnastics Professional members, Instructor members, coaches, judges and instructors of all levels. Recreational and preschool teachers, business managers, administrators, club owners, high school and college coaches WHAT IS OFFERED?
Three days of education with more than 135 sessions offered. Lectures given by recognized individuals in the field. Sessions on coaching, judging, business, preschool, recreational, sports science, and fitness. Presentations given daily from the leading experts in Women, Men, Rhythmic, Trampoline and Tumbling, Acrobatic Gymnastics and Group Gymnastics Programs. Trade Show exhibit hall will feature 200 booths of products and services from more than 85 different USA Gymnastics Industry members. WHERE: Philadelphia Convention Center Hall D
Congress Sessions begin at 8:30 a.m HOTEVTRAVEL RESERVATIONS: Philadelphia Marriott
Downtown, National Travel Systems 888-603-8747 Email: sportsinfo@nationaltravelsystems.com Website: www.ntssportstravel.com CONGRESS DATES: June 19-21, 2008 - Philadelphia
Convention Center OLYMPICTRIALS: June 19-22, 2008 - Wachovia Center
Men's and Women's Artistic events (Special rate for All-Session tickets) EXHIBIT HALL: Pennsylvania Convention Center Hall D
June 19-June 21 Thursday, June 19
7:30 a.m.-5:45 p.m.
Friday, June 20 Saturday, June 21
8:30 a.m.-5:45 p.m. 8:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
*Over 200 booths from vendors *USGSA MEGA Raffle, with over $66,000 dollars in gifts and prizes *Early opening and close hours for extra time to shop *National Congress Women's session offered 3 times a day. *Hall Social *Free Internet Cafe *Ability to purchase Official USA Gymnastics gear and technical materials. *National Travel Systems will be available for information for the latest on 2009 events *Special Autograph Signings (TBD) *Super Sales on equipment, apparel and much more!
Saturday June 21, 9:30 p.m.-1:00 a.m. Philadelphia Marriot Downtown-Liberty Ballroom Along with the 3rd Annual Dance Contest, attendees will also have an opportunity to win prizes with a COSTUME CONTEST*" and TRIVIA CONTEST! So use your imagination and dress up as your favorite 70's character or clothes. Prizes will be awarded to those who dance the best and dress the best. Bring your USA Gymnastics knowledge and enter the trivia contest!
DANCE PARTY: Bring your best 70's GEAR for a night of Saturday
**PLEASE NO VULGUR OR SKIMPY COSTUMES COSTUMES OPTIONAL MUST BE 18 years or older to attend.
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Indianapolis, IN 46225 • FAX: 317.692.5212 Attention: Member Services
THE INDIVIDUAL CONGRESS FEE INCLUDES: • Credential for entrance to Congress sessions, June 19-21 . •
Entrance to the Exhibit Hall featuring the industry's finest products and services.
• One ticket to the Congress Dance Party on Saturday, June 21. IMust be 18+ years to oHend . Additional Congress Donce Party lickets for spouse/guests ore $35 each-ovailoble at on-site registration.)
Videotaping: Videotaping of Congress sessions is permiHed FOR PERSONAL USE ONLY unless the session presenters announce that his/ her/thei r session may not be Videotaped.
Language: The official language of Congress is English. USA Gym nastics wi ll make no special provisions for translation of sessions into other languages. Congress a"endees with special needs must notify USA Gymnastics in writing in this regard prior 10 May 26.
We suggest this information be included with the Congress registration form .
SUBsmunON POUCY To transfer registration to another penon, the new Congress ottendee musl olso hove a Professional or Instructor membership. After May 26 - $30 per substitution Submit request in writing to USA Gymnostics, AHenlion Cothy Allen
CANCEllATION POUCY All registrotion cancellations must be in writing . Submit written request to USA Gymnastics, Attention Cathy Allen Before May 26 - Registration fee less $30 service fee per person cancelling. After May 26 - 50% of registration fee per person cancelling.
NO REFUNDS AmR JUNE 30, 2008
Additional Congress Educational Opportunities Registration Form Mailed and faxed registrations for pre- and post-congress courses must be recieved by June 4 unless otherwise noted below. After June 4 you must register on-site and an on-site registration fee of $25 will be charged .
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ALL COURSES WILL BE HELD AT THE PHILADELPHIA MARRIOTT DOWNTOWN
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SAFETY CERTIFICATION/RISK MANAGEMENT COURSE Minimum age for Safety Certification is '5
SAFETY CERTIFICATION/RISK MANAGEMENT COURSE Minimum age for Safety Certification is
Wed. June 18, 1:30·1:00 p.m. o Pro-Member with Current Safety Certificotion wishing to recertify at live course .. .No charge o Pro-Member or Junior Pro with Expired or New Safety Certificotion. ...........$65 o Instructor, Athlete, Intro Coach Member .... ............. ... .... . .... $65 o Non-Member .. . . . .. . S115
Sun. June 22, 8:45 a.m.·2:00 p.m. o Pro-Member with Current Safety Certificotion wishing to recertify at live course ...No charge o Pro-Member or Junior Pro with Expired or New Safety Certificotion. ................$65 o Instructor, Athlete, Intro Coach Member .. ......... .$65 o Non-Member .. .............................................................. .$115
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Minimum age is 15 Wed. June 18, 2:00 • 6:30 p.m. o $65 (Instructor/Pro/Athlete) o $115 (Non-Member, and other member types)
Minimum age is 15 Sun. June 22, 8:45 a.m.· 1:00 p.m. o $65 (Instructor/Pro/Athlete) o $115 (Non-Member, and other member types) WOMEN'S JUDGES CERTIFICATION TESTS
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' You must have your USA Gymnastics number or date applied for on the registration form in order to qualify for the member discount. Language: The Official Longuage of (ongress is English. USA Gymnastics will make no special provisions for translation of sessions into other languages. Videotaping: Videotaping of (ongress sessions is permiHed FOR PERSONAL USE ONLY unless the Session Presenters announce that his/her session may not be Videotaped. Travel & Hotel: For hOlel and trovel needs, visit Please return this USA Gymnastics Congress www.ntssportstravel.com or coli National Trovel Systems registration form to: Pan American Plaza at 1-800-603-8747. 201 South Capitol, Suite 300 Indianapolis, IN 46225 FAX: 317-692-5212 ATTENTION: Member Services
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2008 Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony and Luncheon HALL OF FAME CLASS OF 2008
HALL OF FAME CEREMONY AND LUNCHEON When: Sunday, June 22, 2008 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Where: Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, Philadelphia, PA Cost: Individual $45; Table $400 (table)
(Chel/sie Memmel, Courtney Kupets, Terin Humphrey, Carly Patterson, Tasha Schwikert, Hollie Vise, Annia Hatch, Ashley Postell)
HALL OF FAME CLASS OF 2008 Jessica Davis-Athlete (Rhythmic) Stuart Ransom-Athlete (Trampoline and Tumbling) Brent Simmons-Athlete (Men) Marie Walther Bilski-Athlete (Women) Wayne Young-Athlete (Men) Mary Lee Tracy-Coach (Women) Wendy Hilliard -Contributor (Rhythmic) 2003 Gold Medal Women's World Team
REGISTRATION/TICKET FORM: Individual Tickets: $45 per personIndividuals will be open seating. Reserved Table: $400 (10 people) Full tables will be reserved.
LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD WINNER Kenneth Allen
Tickets will be mailed out to the address provided on the order form. Orders must be received NO LATER than May 22 to ensure proper delivery time.
PLEASE PRINT: PLease submit email address. Confirmation will be sent via emaiL Name ______________________________________________ Address ___________________________________________________________ City ____________________________ State _______________ Zi p Code __________ * Email Address_________________________________________ (Required for confirmation)
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# of tickets ___ @ $45 each. • # tabLes ____ @ $400 (tabLe of 10) • # tabLes___ Donation to HOF * ___________________ TotaL amount due: TabLe(s) reserved in the name of _____________________________________________
LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD
* ALL donations of $50 or above wi LL be Listed in the HaLL of Fame Program, Congress Information Guide and Technique magazine. Must be received by May 1st in order to be in pubLications.
Fax form with credit card information to 317-692-5212 or mail form and check (made out of USA Gymnastics) to: USA Gymnastics Hall of Fame Ceremony - Erica Koven 201 S. CapitoL Ave, Suite 300 IndianapoLis, IN 46225 or downLoad at usa-gymnastics.org
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USA GYMNASTICS UNIVERSITYGYMNASTICS EDUCATION USA Gymnastics University offers a variety of educational opportunities for all gymnastics professionals. Take the time to explore our offerings and get started today. Earn USA Gymnastics University credits with all courses. Additional offerings, detailed course information and registration are available on our website at www.usa-gymnastics.org. • Safety/Risk Management Certification This course focuses on safety and risk management, including environmental, program and legal factors, as well as sports injury prevention and care and special gymnastics safety factors. This course is offered as a live course and as an online course. The online course is always available from our website and the schedule for upcoming live Safety/Risk Management courses is on the back cover.
• First Aid Basics - This online course provides basic first aid information for all gymnastics professionals. It covers injury prevention, common types of gymnastics injuries and risks and the symptoms and treatment of those injuries. It also includes general information on other life threatening conditions. • PreschooL FundamentaLs - The Preschool Fundamentals course is comprised of two parts. Part 1, Preschool Fundamentals: Theory, is an online course that will focus on the theory and concepts of preschool education. Part 2, Preschool Fundamentals: Hands on Training (HOT), is a live course that focuses on the practical application of the concepts learned in Part 1. See the schedule to the right for dates and times of upcoming HOT courses.
• NationaL & RegionaL Congresses - Threeday conferences held throughout the country. National Congress includes up to 130 lectures and Regional Congresses include up to 75 lectures covering topics in competitive gymnastics, recreational and preschool gymnastics, sports science, business and leadership topics and more.1\ Preschool Fundamentals: HOT Course Schedule June l8" h ' Philadelphia, PA June 22, "'h' Philadelphia, PA June 28 h'hh'hhhhhhhhhh hh' hhhh Roswell, GA July 13 "hh'hhh'h Coralville,IA July 20 hhh ' . Jacksonville, FL July 20 'h''hh'h'hh' Oklahoma City, OK August 1L 'hhhh' Burlington, MA August 24hhhh hh'hhhhhhh' h Santa Clara, CA September 28 h""", lndianapolis,IN Registration infonnation at usa-gymnastics.org
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19 Woodward, PA; 10:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. ·lunch available Woodward Camp, 134 Sports Camp Dr Directions: Steve Hoss 814-349-5633 Course code: SH07192008PA Instructor: Steve Hoss814-349-5633
15 Whitney, TX 76692 ' 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Buffalo Ridge Ranch Directions: Jon Eyman 254-54B-B390 Course code: JE05162008TX Instructor: Jon Eyman 254-694-2065
June 14 Stroudsburg, PA 18360; 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. International Gymnastics Camp, 9020 Bartonsville Woods Rd Directions: Bruno Klaus 570-629-0244 Course code: PF06142008PA Instructor: Phil Fronk 856-786-3977 18 Philadelrhia, PA 19107; 1:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Nationa Congress, Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, 1201 Market St Course code: XX06182008PA Instructor: Bobbi Montanari 614-777-9430
20 Oklahoma Gty, OK 73102; 2:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Region 3 Congress, The Skirvin Hilton Oklahoma Gty, 1 Pork Avenue Course code: XX072020080K Instructor Jon Eyman 254-694-2065
August 14 Burlington, MA 01803; 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Region 6 Congress, Marriott Boston Burlington, One Moll Rood (Rt 128 & 3A) Course code: XX08142008MA Instructor: Patricio McDiarmid 413-596-2313 16 Woodward, PA; 10:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. ·lunch available Woodward Camp, 134 Sports Camp Dr Directions: Steve Hass814-349-5633 Course code: SH08162008PA Instructor: Steve Hass BI4-349-5633
22 Philadelrhia, PA 19107; 8:45 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Nationa Congress, Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, 1201 Market St Course code: XX06222008PA Instructor: Jon Eyman 254-694-2065
21 Sonta Clara, CA 95054; 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Region 1 Congress, Marriott Santo dora, 2700 Mission College Blvd Course code: XX08212008CA Instructor: Michael Taylor 650-330-2255
28 Woodward, PA; 10:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. ·lunch available Woodward Camp, 134 Sports Camp Dr Directions: Steve Hall 814-349-5633 Course code: SH06282008PA Instructor: Steve Hall 814-349-5633
September 25 Indianapolis, IN 46240; 4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Region 5 Congress, Sheraton Indianapolis, 8787 Keystone CrOlling Course code: XX092520081N Instructor: Bobbi Montanari 614·777·9430
July 10 Coralville, IA 52241; 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Region 4 Congress, Marriott Coralville, 300 Eost 9th St Course code: XX071020081A Instructor: Jim Schlott 319-338-4946
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17 Jacksonville, Fl32202; 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Region 8 Congress, Omni Jacksonville Hotel, 245 Water Street Course code: XX07172008Fl Instructor: Chris Colvert 404-687-9911
29 Stroudsburg, PA 18360; 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Internotional Gymnostics Camp, 9020 Bartonsville Woods Rd Directions: Bruno Klaus 570·629·0244 Course code: PF11292008PA Instructor: Phil Frank B56-786·3977 X
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POSITION AVAILABLE COMPETITIVE GIRLS GYMNASTICS COACH. Position available for personal trainer and coach for Levels 6·8 gymnast. Salary of 544,000 to 548,000 per year for Iraining in personal gym in Montana; 4·6 hours/ day, 5 days/ week. Opportunity may exist for training other students as well. Applicant should be personable, goal· oriented, organized, knowledgeable of competitive gymnastics and able to help student move from Level 6 to Level 8 in preparation for college. Position is from June or July of 2008 through August, 2010. Contact David Hirschfeld at (406) 466.2646 or lawoHice@montana.com. Or submit resume to P.O. Box 7, Choteau, MT 59422. HEAD COACH AND TEAM COACH openings at Jody's Gymnastic Zone in Columbus, Indiana. New facility, excellent equipment, and great pay with benefits. Potential future ownership in the business is an option for a Head Coach. Would like a positive, motivational coach with a desire to continue growing a strong team program. The gym is located in an aMractive city known for architecture, great schools, good cost of living for home ownership, and less than an hour drive to Indianapolis, Cincinnati, and Louisville. Mail: 3880 North Long Road, Columbus, IN 47201. Email: news@jodysgymzone.com or coli Jody Tompkins 812-344·0408. INSTRUCTORS/COACHES. Paragon Gymnastics of Norwood (Bergen County!, NJ is looking for instructors and coaches, P/T-F/ T. Requirements: Positive aMitude, responsible, reliable, love of children. Positions available for competitive team coach Level 6 and up with flexible hours. Also preschool through intermediate instruction. Company sponsored certifications (Safety, CPR, First Aid) and willing to train. Salary commensurate with experience. NEW facility, state·of·the·art, approx. 11 ,000 sq. It. Locoted in the NY/NJ Metropolitan area, easily accessible from all major highways. Contact Dot: email:dot@paragongym.com .• 201 ·7676921 or fax resume to 201 ·767·6693 or at 49 Walnut Street, Suite 4, Norwood, NJ 07648. www. paragongym.com. TEAM COACH NEEDED IN WYOMING. Great career opportunity for a team coach girls levels 4.optionals. Applicant must be knowledgeable of level 4·optionalskills, drills, USAG requirements, and safe spoMing techniques. We are dedicated to providing a fun and safe environment where gymnasts can gain personal confidence and reach their full potential. We are looking for a coach who has a positive aMitude and is interested in working with our existing coaches and staH. Pay based on experience. Contact: Donna 307 ·6893204, 307·686·0008. Email: elites@vcn.com
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POSITIONS AVAILABLE INSTRUCTORS/ COACHES. Sunburst Gymnastics of Union New Jersey is looking for instructors and coaches who are able to work weekdays, evenings and weekends. PIT or F/T. Requirements: Positive aMitude, Responsible, Reliable, LOVE OF CHILDREN and Experience. Positions for: BOYS & GIRLS TEAM COACHES, CHEERLEADING/TUMBLING COACH, PRE·SCHOOVREC PROGRAM. Please coli 908·810·1300, fax or email yaur resume to 908· 810·8152 or sunburstgym@aol.com ASSISTANT FACILITY MANAGER. Large, multi location gymnastics schoalseeks assistant facility manager. Successful applicant must have a strong desire to work with children and be able to assist established management team with all aspects of business including staH development, curriculum implementation, and customer service. Ability to assist with girls and or boys competitive teams important. Excellent salary and benefits including vacation, health and retirement. Fax resume to 319·338·0187 or email tOj.schloM@mchsi.com GYMNASTICS CHEER AND DANCE GIRLS TEAM AND REC COACHES. East Coast Gymnastics Cheer and Dance, of MerriM Island Florida, is looking for compulsory Girls team and Rec coaches. Close to Cocoa Beach and the Kennedy Space Center. 10 year old program with brand new 14,600sq It facility, 500+ kids and a great family friendly work environment. Check us out at www.eastcoastgym.com. We are interested in energetic, family friendly team players, 17yrs of age or older with a strong desire to build character in the lives of our young athletes. live, surf, play and work on the Space Coast. call 321-454·2244 Or e·mail resume to pickleswt@dl.rr.com HEAD COACH OF TEAM, LEVELS 4·10. We are a well established gymnastics school located in East Longmeadow, MA. Our mission is to build healthy minds and bodies in our community. We are looking for a team player who con manage and run our competitive girls gymnastics team. Our current team is successful, strong and growing rapidly. We consistently send gymnasts to states, regionals and nationals. We oHer health insurance, paid vacations. Recognize new opportunities within programs and make recommendations. Work with the owner and staH in creating a positive environment for team as well as an ever growing and successful program. Formulate lesson plans and skill development programs. Responsible for the training and development of Levels 4·10. Strong spoMing ability particular for Levels 9 & 10. Knowledge and understanding of the USAG JO Program. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications: 2·3 years experience as an assistant or head coach of Team preferred. Demonstrated ability to handle
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Diem Nastia Liukin 3-Time Olympian 2004 Olympic Silver Medalist
3-Time World Champion
Che"sie Memmel 2005 All-Around World Champion
David Durante 2007 WOflaChampionshlp tt;-- - - - ---II
Pan American Games Team Member 2007 USA National All-Around Champion
Justin Spring
Former IGC Camper
2005 World Championship Team Membe 2007 Pan American Games Gold Medali