Successful meets are part of every gymnast's dreams. It's common for gymnasts to psych themselves out before a meet and the hard work and hours they've put into the gym doesn't get reflected in their scores. We've put together some great resources, ideas and tips that will help your gymnast have a successful meet and… Read More →
Getting Serious
This category is a listing (by most recent) of gymnastics articles for those serious about gymnastics, or looking to get serious. If you are looking for introductory posts about gymnastics check out the Getting Started category, or the Having Fun category for light fun posts about the sport.
If you've been following us for awhile, you already know how much we love providing gymnasts with the best resources in the gymnastics community. If you love the resources we provide, then this post will not disappoint! Here are 10 downloads that we think you need! A great way to keep track of these would… Read More →
Each year we search long and hard to find the best gymnastics gifts for you to purchase for your gymnasts. This year's list is sure to be a hit for your gymnast! Check out the latest and greatest, some tried and true and all-around best gymnastics gifts for 2021. Be sure to check out our… Read More →
A split leap is an important skill in gymnastics, and one that you should master. A split leap is usually part of the dance in both your floor and beam routines. In this article we share some drills and exercises you can do to help you learn a beautiful, perfect split leap. As a beginner… Read More →
Every 8 years USA Gymnastics, the national governing body for gymnastics in the US, updates the compulsory routines. This applies to gymnastics levels 1-5. The routines have been updated for 2021-2029 with new music and some of the skills have also changed. There is also a new name- the Junior Olympic program is now being… Read More →
We really can't emphasize just how important handstands are in gymnastics! If you couldn't tell, we really LOVE to help gymnasts improve their handstands. As we've mentioned, handstands are the most versatile skill in gymnastics and not only is it a basic skill, but it's used in every single event! We have handstand videos/drills for… Read More →
As another school year is now underway, our kids schedules have changed from carefree summer days with often times earlier gymnastics practices, later bedtimes, etc. to school schedule with getting up earlier, longer days with practices and homework after school. It's often challenging and difficult to transition schedules, this year maybe more than most due… Read More →
Handstands are the ultimate gymnastics skill - they are the only skill that is performed in every single event in gymnastics. There are important elements in the handstand such as form, duration of hold and the angle of your handstand. In this article, we are going to give you 4 tips to help you hold… Read More →
Check out what this high level gymnast has to say about her experience and the awesome advice she has to give lower level gymnasts. We hope you enjoy this interview by Alyssa as much as we did! Q: What's your name and level? A: My name is Alyssa Beaudoin and I'm like a level 9/10… Read More →
Gymnastics is not only a physical sport, it's a very mental sport as well. It doesn't matter how decorated a gymnast is, gymnasts are athletes who need to be aware of the mental aspects of the sport. It's important they learn their own personal clues for when they need to take a step back and… Read More →