As the situation with COVID–19 has forced gyms to temporarily close, many coaches, gyms and people have started to pass along valuable information. Providing free online classes, blogs, activities and content has become the...
Being a gymnastics parent is a lot of fun. Nothing makes you happier than seeing your healthy smiling child perform skills that take many hours of effort and perseverance to learn.
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As the holidays quickly approach our gymnastics elves are working hard to stock the AGC Marketplace. If you haven't stopped by yet take a look! From emoji leotards to sweatshirts and equipment we have something for every gymn...
As a coach, gym director, and parent I often wonder, what are we teaching our kids about commitment? This question usually crosses my mind when a gymnast quits halfway through the season. I remember several times wanting ...
In my last blog I answered questions about when to switch gyms. What I think is more important is WHY NOT TO SWITCH GYMS. As I’ve said, I’ve been involved in gymnastics for over 30 years in virtually every capacity; c...
When people ask me if they should switch gyms, I always ask, "Why?" Being involved in gymnastics for over 30 years as a coach, judge, gym owner and a team parent I’ve heard people talk about switching gyms countless tim...
As we welcome in the holiday season, many of us have one thing on our mind — shopping for that Perfect Gift. With our busy schedules, it’s difficult to find time to shop for presents in stores and no one has time to w...
You’re excited but also a little nervous about your child’s first meet. Like your child, you’ve also been preparing for this moment: attending practices, talking to coaches or other parents — but there are still s...
Congratulations, your child just began gymnastics! It's a great sport that hones your child's discipline, talent, and character. Things might feel a little overwhelming at first, but you'll eventually get the hang of thin...
Good balance is one of the most defining traits of a gymnast. A good gymnast relies on good balance to pull off their nail-biting stunts. Balance allows gymnasts to see clearly when moving, determine their orientation w...