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Since job posts seem to be hidden on the main page now, this is a double post -- Looking for experienced, or willing to learn, coaches for recreational gymnasts in a brand new facility in Chicago. Age groups range from 1.5yr to adult! (you can pick what age group you prefer to work with)...

*sigh* I shall concede, you are correct that Libel and Slander are not criminal. However, they are against the law. There is a reason it goes to court. A major organization (unlike those we are not allowed to put acronyms for, obviously) has a lot of clout in the community. If XZY Association...

Responsible for it's members - yes, to the extent reasonable by law. Responsible for non-members - no. They are not members for a reason. While they may reflect poorly on a good, well run, organization, it is not the responsiblity of said organization to police other organizations. That's why...

*sigh* formatting fail via phone browser.

Since she can do a handstand hop, try teaching cartwheel hop (the hop happens before the first foot touches).If that doesn't click, you can always put a spring board in front of an 8" mat with a wedge on top of that (low side facing the board, so it inclines) and if you have it for safety, a...

I will admit, I often write long posts like this past one and hit delete after because it differs wildly from the popular opinion. I try to see both sides and be diplomatic to the issue. In this instance, I felt I had to speak up. If you feel like you need to ignore me, that's fine. I said...

First, Bog- I volunteer a lot. I volunteered before I got paid to coach, and I volunteer even after my regular working hours. We do exist, and we do it out of love for the sport and the success of those we coach. Second - we are only getting one side of a story, and we also need to consider...

You will note that I never said that the drug itself was addictive. It's the effects that are, and when the meds are bouncy (caused by parents playing with med times/doses or kids doing the same), the brain tends to naturally head towards other drugs that cause a similar reaction - then you...

For as off topic as it is (and I appologize) - CoachGoofy, every time I read your sig I laugh. Thanks for that :)

Personally, I teach developmentally a touch "on the far side of the bar." I feel this teaches a strong drop action, and a push on the bar for tension. After they get used to this, the "touch" tends to disappear as they get stronger and stronger.. I don't think a judge will take deductions for...

Keep in mind, many doctors are hesitant to toss around meds - especially stimulants!! - to depress the potential for dependency or escalation (that is, turning to new drugs to mimic or increase the desired affect). Perhaps the percieved problem is greater than the actual problem, and the doctor...

So, raise the p-bars (simple). Originally, they should have been at the lowest setting for the arch/drop sequence. Now, they should be high enough that you can stand an upright wedge mat resting on the upright rails. Here is the P-bars TT (I know, it's letters, use some imagination here). The...

Sorry, I totally forgot about this thread... 1) Did you figure it out? 2) Which part in particular are you not understanding?

Great! Fantastic coach, that one :) Glad it is working out.

My first thought is "how is she being a distraction?" While the coach may not be equipped to handle her fast paced (probably sometimes manic) thinking, what s/he can do is give clear expectations and consistency. Gymnastics is all about consistency, and what most kids with ADHD need is...

also, for strength and shoulder motion, anything that makes them lift up and over something (think muscle up on rings, or pull up + over a bar) will generate that feeling of shoulders over the bar, and how to "pop" over the top. However, the video is one of the best out there.

Sorry to take so long on responding... Yes, it's for both Jaegers and for turning front giants. I teach this method for men's highbar on jaegers, so I don't really know why Im so hesitant with the girls... I agree the double spot may be the way to go, but with how our gym is set up and the...

So... my head coach has decided that our front giants need to be the "whip" method (for girls), something that I need to work on a bit. I can teach front giants for girls, and I have done so successfully using a hollow rise method. I feel comfortable spotting this (shoulder in front, wrist/hip...

Certainly like the new look... very clean.

I can't give you specific drills (I have no idea what your set-up is, what mats and space you have available, etc...) But I can hopefully guide you towards fixing both of your problems.If you see lack of motivation, then you are probably getting to the point where there is not enough 'success'...