There are two reasons gymnasts usually switch gyms. Some are habitual gym hoppers who are always going somewhere new looking for something different, and then there are those that leave for legitimate reasons. Below are the top 5 reasons you may need to switch gyms. Reason 1: Safety Reasons If your gym is unsafe, or you have safety concerns that … Read More
Gymnastics vs. Dance – Which One is Better?
Dancing is a part of gymnastics and many dancers love to do gymnastics, so how do you determine which is better? Both gymnastics and dance have similar elements, but many people have a favorite between the two. If you are trying to decide whether to concentrate solely on dancing or gymnastics there are many things to consider to decide which … Read More
Artistic vs. Rhythmic Gymnastics – Which is the Best?
To many, gymnastics is gymnastics! But, to those that know there is a definite line between the two types of gymnastics, artistic and rhythmic confusing the two is almost a punishable crime. Whether you talk to a fan of artistic gymnastics or rhythmic gymnastics, you will likely hear a long story or heated debate about which is better and why. … Read More
Where to Find Great Gymnastics Leotards
Whether your daughter is in recreational or competitive gymnastics, she will need leotards. In fact, even if your gym doesn’t require gymnasts to show up in a leo at their first class, your daughter will probably want one. If she is like most gymnasts, she’ll probably want more than one. Most gymnasts have entire drawers or sections of their closet … Read More
Balance Beam: Everything You Need to Know
The balance beam, often simply referred to as the beam, is a women’s gymnastics event that poses significant challenges for competitors. As the third of four events in Olympic gymnastics, the balance beam requires precision, strength, and grace. The Anatomy of a Balance Beam A traditional competition beam stands approximately 4 feet off the ground, measures 4 inches wide, and … Read More
Best Balance Beam for Home Practice and Where to Find It
When you have a gymnast in your life, at some point, you will need a balance beam for home use/practice. Believe it or not, balance beams are actually one of the easiest at-home gymnastics equipment you can own and maintain, many new gymnastics parents don’t realize this. Beam event is one of the most difficult events for any gymnast to … Read More
Gymnastics Insurance: How to Find the Right Policy
Whether you run a recreational gym or a highly competitive gym, you will need gymnastics insurance. While having the proper insurance policy isn’t always something gym owners think about, it is extremely important and can protect the gym and the owners if an accident or incident were to occur. There are a ton of options out there. Finding the right … Read More
Gymnastics Insurance for Gym Owners and Clubs
Gymnasts incite oohs and ahhs from crowds everywhere with their routines full of jumps, stunts, and acrobats. As parents and coaches of gymnasts, we understand these awe-inspiring routines don’t happen overnight and are the result of hard work, classes, practices, and a ton of dedication. With any amateur or youth sport, injuries can happen, and that is why gym owners, … Read More
10 Things Only Gymnast’s Moms Understand
When my daughter first became interested in gymnastics, neither she nor I had any idea that it would become such a big part of our lives, of our family’s life. Life of a Gymnastics Mom Today, from November to March our life pretty much revolves around the next meet, team practices, and private sessions. Sometimes when I meet new gymnastics’ … Read More