At the ninth World Gymnastics Championships in 1930 at Luxembourg, the competition included the pole vault, broad jump, shot put, rope climb and a 100-meter sprint. Track and field did not fully disappear from the World Gymnastics Championships circuit until the 1954 competition. At the 1924 Games in Paris, the basis of modern Olympic gymnastics…
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Bad Weather Tips
Dear Parents, Coaches and Judges, During the winter months, we all need to take precautions when planning to attend gymnastic competitions. Please pay close attention to weather reports and please plan with care. As always, arriving safely is our number one concern. Here are a few notes that I must share with you: 1. I…
Bullying
How to Recognize, Reduce and Respond to Bullying What you need to know to protect athletes: One of the greatest lessons athletes take away from sport is the experience of being on a team where coaches and individuals support one another. Actions that demean or intimidate athletes, either physically or emotionally, can affect performance and…
Meet Host Reminder
Reminder, all Clubs hosting Meets: Send a copy of the Sanction Report form and a Check made payable to Region VII for the Regional Competition Fee of $2.00 per gymnast competing in your meet within 48 hours to: Donna Guenther, Region VII 155 Philmont Avenue, Feasterville, PA 19053 Tel (215) 364-7379 Fax (215)364-7878
Letter from NJ SACC – Brant Lutska
Message from USAG-NJ SACC: Dear New Jersey USAG, “I’d like to start off by saying thank you! Thank you for your professionalism and your excellence in coaching. I’ve been stopping by at meets / judging competitions and I’m constantly amazed watching you work. Thank you for treating our athletes with kindness and care, every child…
USAG-NJ Mobility Request Form Available
If you need to move an athlete in the USAG-NJ system, use the new USAG-NJ Mobility Form found HERE. The form will be available anytime under the USAG-NJ Forms section of this website.
USAG-NJ State Board Meeting 7.22.2014
The USAG-NJ State Board meet on 22 July 2014. Minutes available HERE
Level 4 States 2014 – Results
The Level 4 State Championships were hosted by Paragon on 24/25 January. Congratulations to Go for the Gold Gymnastics – 2014 Level 4 State Champions 1 113.275 Go for the Gold 2 113.250 MG Elite 3 113.050 Premier 4 112.925 Rebound 5 112.650 Head Over Heels 6 112.475 Arena 7 112.400 Champions United 8 112.350 Bright Stars View…
USAG-NJ Level 2 Rules & Policies
USAG-NJ Level 2 Rules & Polices are available. Download HERE View under USAG-NJ Info in right column
USAG Updates
2013-2014 Member Updates Membership and Educational Renewal Reminder: Professional and Instructor membership expiration dates now align with the athletic competitive season. Therefore, most professional memberships expired on 7.31.13. Any new or renewing safety and background check certification will have the 7.31 expiration date. U100/Instructor Certification does not expire nor need be renewed. Members can renew…
USAG NJ State Board Meeting Minutes – 14 July 2013
USAG NJ State Board Meeting Minutes – 14 July 2013 Regional/National Judges Nomination Criteria
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Introductory Athlete Membership Changes
With the launch of the new athlete registration season, the Introductory Athlete Membership was applicable only to those athletes participating in the Xcel Program: Bronze, Silver, Gold, Platinum, Diamond. However, Women’s Program has decided to also include the Women’s JO Program Levels 1 and 2 into that structure (reminder the new Level 3 was the…
Reminders for Clubs & Coaches
Bids for 2013-2014 Meet Hosting are due 1 August 2013, that’s a month away. Download the Bid Form HERE USA Gymnastics U100 – Fundamentals of Gymnastics Instruction Course must be completed, along with the other Professional Memership requirements, before you will be allowed on the competitive floor after 1 August 2013. The course can be taken online…
Time to Fill Up the Tanks
Now is the time to start refilling those Emotional Fuel Tanks in the gym. Click HERE for to view the Coach’s Script. Click HERE to visit the Positive Coaching Alliance for loads of additional Positive Information.
Research Confirms: Positive Beats Negative
New research at Clemson University confirms that verbally aggressive conduct in coaching does not produce the best results. “According to the study, which focused on feedback from 130 Division I college athletes, players who were exposed to a verbally aggressive coach reported significantly less motivation to perform, and viewed such coaches as significantly less competent,…
Level 10 Regional Results
Congratulations to all the Level 10’s qualifying to Nationals and to all who competed this past weekend at Brookdale Community College. Many thanks to Rebound Gymnastics for hosting the meet. Junior RESULTS Senior RESULTS
2012 USAG-NJ Annual Awards Presented
Congratulations to the 2012 USAG-NJ Annual Award Winners: JO Club of the Year – North Stars Gymnastics Meet Host of the Year – Rebound Gymnastics Compulsory Gymnast of the Year – Alexia Daza Optional Gymnast of the Year – Alicia Boren & Kaitlin Minhinick Judge of the Year – Linda Orriss & Bonnie Synol Volunteer of…