Tweet 2009 was the year of many things; our clubs new state of the art premises, our largest equipment purchase,  I worked with the most talented gymnasts I’ve ever worked with in my own club and then watching them progress to another group and move on from me – these are only the highlights of 2009,  there are many other great things that happened throughout the year.

The beginning of the 2009 – 2010 season brought me a new group, who I love working with – they are each so unique …

Tweet Those of us involved in gymnastics will remember the age controversy surrounding Chinese gymnasts Yang Yun and Dong Fangxiao at the Sydney 2000 Olympics. FIG has posted an update on the situation in the news section of their website.
 
In the context of the disciplinary proceedings involving Chinese gymnasts Yang Yun and Dong Fangxiao, suspected of having violated minimum age requirements for participation in the 2000 Olympic Games in Sydney, the FIG Disciplinary Commission invited the two athletes to appear with representatives from the Chinese Gymnastic Association at a hearing held at …

Tweet Another great video from Tony Retrosi. I tried these techniques with my girls and was very surprised at who wasn’t able to perform them correctly!!

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I recently bought “Letters to a young gymnast“, a book  by  Nadia Comaneci. It just arrived today so I’ll be snuggling up in bed to read it tonight. I must be honest and say that I have not read many gymnastics books that aren’t directly about coaching. I have read Chalked Up by Jennifer Sey, I enjoyed the read.It was interesting to find out how gymnasts conducted themselves and the lengths they would go to to achieve their dreams goal, even if compromising their own health.
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Tweet It’s one particular thing I love about coaching. I love seeing the gymnasts smile.  My groups are doing really well lately and achieving some great new things. I love seeing them smile and be happy to achieve something great. Well done girls, I’m really proud of you!