elite

Quick Questons Does a coach have to do anything to become elite certified? Is there a way to look up to see if coaches are elite certified? Thanks!

I guess this question is mostly directed at dunno (or the other experienced coaches!). I was looking at the roster for the Cover Girl Classic and saw more girls from my state than normal, one who I competed against in the L 10 state and regional meets (even though she's younger and was in a...

I see there is so much wisdom on this forum. Can you all please help me understand the difference between hopes and pre-elite. I have a soon to be 10 year old YIKES she compelted level 8 last season coming in 2nd at regionals. She is training level 9 this year and HOPES. However, I can not...

I was having a discussion with a friend about tops, her dd's gym started a TOP's program several years ago, but after training the girls and taking them to testing decided just to use the conditioning/flexibility... but not go to testing. Her dd did very well this year as a level 8, 8 year old...

YouTube - ‪2011 Elite Qualifier - Orlando - Jenny Hansen‬‏ In her late 30's (was NCAA in 92-93!)and going to elite qualifiers! I think this is fantastic!

We have had some threads in the forum discussing the differences in USAG J.O. Level 10 gymnastics and Elite Gymnastics. I thought it would be good to start a thread where we can compare the two with video examples. If there is a story behind your videos...please share. I'll start with a...

Okay the other thread about when a kid wanting to do elite needs to be at an elite gym got me thinking. I know this is a touchy subject here at times, but who here thinks/hopes/wants/dreams that their child might make it to the elite level someday? For my child I don't have any such thought...

If a gymnast is at a gym that caps at Level 10 and/or does not do elite, and this gymnast decides she wants to go elite (and of course this decision is supported by her ability and desire), would she be at a disadvantage compared to those coming from elite facilities? Is there a big difference...