Important updates & clarifications from NJ SACC. All Coaches and Club Owners need to read – HERE
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Education
Digital Code of Points Notice
The digital version of the Jr. Olympic Code of Points has been updated. January 2017—Version 2.7 VAULT—Chapter 3 Corrected 4.303 description as RO FF On, Back Tuck 1/1 for both L9 and L10 Vault Charts—the “1/1” was hidden in the cell and was not showing.
Springboard Rules Clarification
Dear USA Gymnastics Leaders, It was brought to my attention that there has been a misinterpretation of the rule regarding the number of springs allowed/required in the spring board. I have discussed this issue with the National Technical Chair as well as the National Xcel Chair and we all agree with the explanation below: The…
Xcel Program Quick Facts
Xcel Program Quick Facts is a must read for this Season. Download HERE Xcel Regional Meet Info HERE
First Xcel Regional Invitational Announced
Date: June 3-4, 2017 Host: Giant Gymnastics Location: Crystal Springs Resort, Minerals Hotel, Vernon, NJ 07462 http://www.crystalgolfresort.com/stay/minerals-hotel/ Traveling from a distance? Make this a family vacation! Something for everyone: golf, arcade, horseback riding, zip-lining, spas, water parks & so much more. Qualification & Entry Guidelines GOLD: 35AA during the 2016-2017 season PLATINUM/DIAMOND: 34AA during the 2016-2017 season Date of…
First NJ Hall of Fame Inductees
The first Class of the USA Gymnastics – New Jersey Hall of Fame were honored at a Gala Event held on November 5th at the Forsgate Country Club in Monroe, NJ. Over 100 members of the NJ gymnastics community were in attendance along with family members of honorees. Hall of Fame Class of 2016 Susan…
Live Safety Course Opportunity
Live Safety Certification – Saturday, October 29 (Free for currently Safety Certified Professional members – they can push back their expiration date if they certify with us). Live W200 – Sunday, October 30 below is the USAG link with info. For more information contact: Victoria A. Jakelsky jakelsky@healthquest-fitness.com (908) 782-4009 See Notice HERE
Hernandez Travel Fundraiser
The NJ Gymnastics Community presented Tony Hernandez and his family with a check for $4,450 raised through a pre-olympic t-shirt sale. The funds are to help cover their family’s travel expenses to the Olympic Games. NJ showed their pride in Laurie’s accomplishments by purchasing over 500 shirts in less than a week of sales. Buyers…
College Gymnastics – The Basics
FloGymnastics has put together some very useful articles/videos on College Gymnastics that will be of value to anyone interested in competing at the collegiate level. The links are below: Recruiting 101: Basic Rules and Regulations Recruiting 101: Tips for Starting the Process Recruiting 101: Know Your Options
It’s a Parade!
In honor of one of our great gymnasts Laurie Hernandez. Old Bridge Township will welcome home Olympic Gold & Silver Medalist, Laurie Hernandez on Saturday, August 27th from 12 PM – 4 PM. Celebrations begin at noon with a Motorcade starting at Jonas Salk Middle School and traveling through town to Lombardi Field. (See full motorcade route here)…
Kellogg’s Tour Coming to Newark
Kellogg’s Tour or Gymnastics Champions 2016 is coming to the Prudential Center in Newark, NJ on Friday, November 11, 2016 at 7:30pm. Check out the details below: General Group Order Form-Newark Gym Club Ticket Sales – Incentives
Final Five Hit Gold
Congrats from New Jersey to the Final Five! We are so proud of all of you. Read about the Victory HERE Photo by John Cheng for USA Gymnastics
The Schedule In Rio
Go USA The Men start start Saturday, the Women Sunday. View the full Schedule HERE