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  1. wandrewsjr

    Women Ideal age for going elite?

    A few threads lately have me thinking, how young must girls start serious training to acheive their maximum potential, if elite is the goal? I see so often comments posted that encourage the slow and steady path, there is no rush, pushing skills too young leads to burnt out and injury. But the...
  2. MastersGymnastics

    Jenny Hansen Elite Comeback at age 38!

    I had the pleasure of meeting her recently and watched her practice. I can't believe how much she has learned since her last minute foray into elite last spring. In terms of skills she's absolutely up there in the with top in the country with bars being the last thing to come around. I think...
  3. R

    Women Elite Qualifications

    Hey Guys! My daughter has set a new goal of qualifying for elite. She knows that it is very slim of her actually making it, but that is what she is going to aim for. I had a few questions on the qualifications. How do you qualify for elite? I have heard a lot of stuff about the elite...
  4. G

    Elite Coach??

    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!
  5. B

    GK Gymnastics (basically elite in Colorado) dunno help?

    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...
  6. J

    Parents HELP!!!! Understanding elite and pre elite

    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...
  7. E

    Tops/Elite

    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...
  8. nicci1999

    Jenny Henson 2011 Elite qualifier

    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!
  9. JBS

    Elite Gymnastics vs. Level 10 Gymnastics (Video Examples)

    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...
  10. N

    A spin off from the other elite thread

    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...
  11. M

    Transition from Level 10 to Elite

    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...
  12. M

    elite compulsaries

    After seeing several posts about elite and elite compulsary routines I was curious about several things. What is the point of these routines? I looked them up on youtube and they look fairly easy compared to optional elite routines. Are they to look for good basics and or do they serve another...
  13. A

    What exactly is an elite gymnast?

    The recent threads on elite gymnastics has me wondering what exactly an elite gymnast is/does. Are these gymnasts who are hoping to make Olympic teams and do international competitions representing the US? Are there other events for these gymnasts to compete in? Do people who are not interested...
  14. B

    Elite gymnastics

    I just turned 14 and am a level 9 training 10 gymnast. What steps can I take to try to become an elite gymnast? (I am hoping to compete level 10 the 2012 season):D Thank you! :)
  15. L

    Are there minimum training hours at the elite level?

    I know that I may get ten different answers if I ask ten different people. I also realize that different gymnasts may require more or less and there may be advantages to both. What I’m wondering is if there is any kind of bare minimum? For any elite coaches in our midst: -Is there a set...
  16. canadiangymnast_eh

    Nailpolish at elite competitions?

    I didn't know if anyone else had noticed, but I have noticed a few elite gymnasts wearing nail polish at elite competitions. The most common one I have seen is Aliya Mustafina. Do they get deducted for that? I always thought people got deducted for it. (here is a photo with it) Link Removed
  17. E

    Oldest Elite Gymnast

    Does anyone know who the oldest person to join gymnastics and go to the elite level is? Did this female do well in competitions? Thanks
  18. CrazyXEpicGymnast

    Minimum Elite Requirements?

    Well, it pretty much says it itself in the title, but I was wondering what the minimum requirements for qualifying for elite levels were? I am currently a level 8, 14 years old. I am working on level 9 and 10 skills this summer. I am very good at Floor Exercise and Vault and my coaches have...
  19. bogwoppit

    10 year old wins Elite Canada -Junior with video

    YouTube - Shallon Olsen- Elite Canada 2010 10 year old Shallon Olsen from Omega gym in BC, won Elite Canada last weekend. SHe has skills way above her level and really stood way out in her category. Take note, she does not wear grips!
  20. 2

    elite gymnastics

    Say if your son or daughter had the drive and or talent to become an elite gymnast and they were willing would you do anything for them to make that dream happen including going to the olympics?

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