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Could someone tell me where I could find all of the allowed skills for boys Xcel program? I am going to start getting trained soon, I am currently the rec boys coach at our gym. I found the required special skills in the JO/DP handbook, but I know there must be an extensive list of skills...

My son was wondering if this could receive a connection bonus. He did a triple Russian on floor and immediately flaired to handstand and flaired back down. Is it a connection going directly from the triple Russian to flair? Or are these considered two separate skills? Thanks!

Is there a difference between a Chinese tap and a tkatchev tap? I thought I remembered there being a difference. Chinese Taps for bigger dismounts and a tkatchev tap for well…tkatchevs lol. Or is it the same thing? And if there is a difference, what is it? Thanks!

Hello. I have been coaching MAG rec classes for a few months now and absolutely love it! This week started our new session of rec kids. Unbeknownst to me or the head coach, two boys that are brothers are also physically disabled. They are in two different classes as they are two different...

I recently started coaching rec gymnastics for boys. I absolutely love it and love learning the sport. I do not have a background in gymnastics other than my son who is a gymnast. I am older (just turned 42) and not as fit/strong as when I was in the service a few years back. Spotting and...

I am super nervous, and excited, as I have been offered a position to coach at my sons gym. I will be coaching rec and lower compulsory. I have also taken the judges course and will start judging this season as well. I really do love this sport, and I understand it. I have my apprehensions, but...

It has been suggested to me a couple of times that I take the judges course. Specifically for MAG. I've thought about it a few times and am starting to get the ball rolling with it. I can't help but to notice the form and shapes of the gymnasts as they are performing their skills and my eyes...

Is this possible? Too dangerous? Hibar and PBars it is done, granted the bars aren’t moving. But as this sport has evolved so much, could this be a possibility in the future? The athleticism is unbelievable in this sport and the difficulty just keeps increasing. Have you ever seen a release move...

Thought it would be fun to start a thread on these. Anyone watch podium training tonight? Region 3 was looking strong. Hoping Region 8 comes through and makes a great showing, they were also looking good, (I'm biased). And question, is Winter Cup basically the same as ETC, just for the older...

I'm trying to understand the JE process. I've got the handbook, but it is still not completely clicking. So to be on the Elite track, let's say starting at level 8 specifically, how exactly does one get qualified to compete JE? Is that something that needs to be determined prior to the season...

My ds has talked previously about what apparently is called the "coaches curse". Not sure if it is an actual thing or something he has made up. It's basically the ability to do a skill or a routine when the coach isn't paying attention, but as soon as they are watching, the athlete will tend to...

Hello, I want to start off by saying thank you so much for your responses to my previous questions/posts. I do go back and read them all, though I am horrible at responding back. Still needing to invent more hours in the day. Unfortunately I think it is time for my son to take a step back, not...

My son's schedule will have him in the gym from 5-9 multiple days a week. It is about a half hour drive each way. How do y'all plan your dinners for your gymnast? I am leaning towards something light like a snack or sandwich prior to practice, and then having a hot, heavier meal waiting for him...

Has anyone went outside of their gym and hired a dance coach for their son? My son lacks grace, and when he does his floor routine bless his heart, it’s like a rock out there. Things like sissones and hitch kicks are difficult for him. So, was thinking of him taking some private dance lessons as...

So my son likes to play around with skills, specifically pommel/mushroom. For example, he is trying to “create” a skill in which he is doing circles and then (gets enough elevation),and adds a twist in it, catch it, and then keep circling. I didn’t know what he was talking about at first until...

My 9 yr old son unfortunately gets debilitating migraines. It is not super often, (maybe once a month or so), and more times than not, they start in the gym. Bless his heart, he will usually vomit as well. He drinks a lot of water, but maybe he needs Gatorade too? I’ve looked it up and strenuous...

My son is an 8yr old lvl 5. At this level, how much do meet scores really account for in the long run? He does ok, for the most part. Every AA score goes up after each meet, slightly. Approximately a point or half a point. This includes his jump from 4.2 to level 5. But here’s the thing, his...

Hello. I have a question or perhaps yall just can share your experience and wisdom. My son is an 8yr old lvl 5, skipped 4.1. He's been doing gymnastics for about a year and a half now. Generally speaking he picks up skills quickly. Pardon me if I get any names wrong, but, he has got his muscle...

So according to MeetScoresOnline, meets are starting to post. Granted they are posting for 2021 but there may at least be some sort of a season. I know my brand new lvl 5 would be excited. He's picked up his circles, muscle up, and working on spindles and flairs now. Would love to see it all put...

Hello folks. I’m new here, my ds is 8 yrs old and a new lvl 5. Jumped up from being on pre-team this past season. Our gym has opened up and I thoroughly enjoy watching him train. Granted it is solely conditioning right now. That being said, he is incredibly strong and gains muscle quickly. Well...