A
Guide to Beginner Tumbling Today's gymnasts and cheerleaders are
extremely competitive and are expected to perform some of the most complex
and strenuous tumbling and gymnastic combinations in the field. This level
of training and expertise is finding its way into amateur ranks, including
high schools and community leagues. As cheerleading quickly develops as a
sport, the art of tumbling is becoming an integral part of it. Building a
first rate team of athletes takes discipline, dedication, and hard work on
the part of the coach as well as each member. In "A Guide to Beginner
Tumbling," author and tumbling coach Mike Ferralli outlines the
essential elements in developing skilled and healthy athletes.
Concentrating on drills that teach body control, body awareness, and
tumbling techniques, this clear and well-illustrated guide also includes
safety, nutritional, and conditioning guidelines. Step-by-step
instructions, detailed descriptions, and excellent photos showing correct
and incorrect form and positioning make "A Guide to Beginner
Tumbling" a valuable working handbook for any coach or squad leader.
Kidnastics
Using a child-centered approach, this book aims to empower the instructor
to challenge students to improve their movement through manipulation of
the practice environment and the sequencing of their movements into
routines with partners, in threes or small groups to develop co-operation
and teamwork. It uses five movement categories (rolling, jumping,
balancing, vaulting and hanging/climbing) and a total of 70 skills divided
into 16 themes without those five movement categories to teach gymnastics.
A three-step process is used of practicing, sequencing and performing.
Photocopiable task cards are included so that students can select task
cards and develop their own routines. No special equipment is required.
Paperback: 176 pages
The Most Frequently Asked Questions About
Gymnastics
by Karen Goeller - This book offers
solutions to common dilemmas and circumstances. With her views and ideas
the author wishes to help those participating enjoy their gymnastics
training experience to the fullest.
Paperback:
116 pages; Dimensions (in inches): 0.36 x 8.58 x 5.58
PublishedAugust 1, 2003
Letters to a Young Gymnast (Art of Mentoring) Nadia Comaneci A unique glimpse into the remarkable life, and fascinating
mindset, of the woman who broke records-and boundaries-for female athletes everywhere.If there were such a thing as
an "elder" stateswoman in women's gymnastics today, Nadia Comaneci would win that title as readily as
she once won gold medals. Olga Korbut came before her, and many other medalists would follow, but none has ever been
as dominant in winning the hearts of millions around the world. With grit and determination, Nadia Comaneci ushered
in a new era for women's sports, one where young girls could vault into the arena of superstardom. Even today,
almost thirty years after her greatest triumphs, you need only mention the name "Nadia" and gymnastics
fans know instantly whom you are talking about. Hardcover:
176 pages, Dimensions (in inches): 0.75 x 8.58 x
4.90, Published December 23, 2003
Winning
Every Day: Gold Medal Advice for a Happy, Healthy Life! Shannon Miller (Introduction), Nancy Ann
Richardson (Contributor) / Paperback / Published 1998 Shannon Miller, the most
decorated gymnast in American history, has won sixteen medals and is
one of the sports world's most positive role models. Yet none of it
would have happened if a little girl from Oklahoma hadn't dared to
dream ... and followed up on that dream with hard work, commitment,
and a firm belief in herself. "I've learned to be disciplined and
organized in order to balance gymnastics, college, and a social
life," says Shannon. But how does she do it? And is that kind of
focus within your reach? Yes! With friendly, upbeat advice,
Shannon shares how she succeeds in being a winner both inside and
outside the gym.
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Superguides:
Gymnastics
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Joan Jackman, Shannon Miller / Hardcover /
Published 2000
Young players will refer to these instructive "how-to"
guides again and again. Superguides
are incisive "how-to"
books that answer every question a young sports enthusiast might
have!
These comprehensive guides in vibrant new jackets and under the new
Superguides
series title are perfect for young athletes. Young
Enthusiasts, the original best-selling series,
sold over 3 million
copies worldwide. Superguides give valuable advice on everything from
suitable clothing to strategy development. Each book includes detailed
information on rules,
The Fantastic Book of Gymnastics Lloyd Readhead, et al / Hardcover - 32 pp./ Published
1997 This introduction to the sport stresses the need for a qualified teacher and covers basic
information such as warm-up exercises, training, devising a routine, and safety. The various types
of men's and women's gymnastics are described, and a fold-out section covers competition--qualifying,
behind the scenes, rules, events, and working with a coach. Color photographs and diagrams accompany
the text in an overcrowded design. Usually ships in 24 hours
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Graciela Y. Ojeda / Paperback / Published 1997
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Gymnastics Almanac
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Luan Peszek, et al / Paperback 128 pp. / Published 1998
This book is a must for gymnasts and gymnastics fans. An excellent
resource. I learned a lot--like that all the Magnificent 7 team members
have a gymnastic move named after them! And it's up to date and accurate!
Well written.
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Gymnastics
(Olympic Library)
Lloyd Readhead / Library Binding / Published 1996
(Special Order) Gr. 3-6. This slim volume in the Fantastic Book Of
series introduces gymnastics in a straightforward treatment. The book
discusses training, warm-up exercises, classes and practice, attire,
equipment, and safety factors. Basic techniques that are used with
each piece of equipment or in floor routines are described in
easy-to-follow instructions. An eight-page foldout detailing
gymnastics as a competitive sport is included for youngsters
interested in serious competition. Color photographs and diagrams
enhance the readable text. Read
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I Can Do Gymnastics: Essential Skills for Intermediate Gymnasts
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USA Gymnastics / Paperback / Published 1993
The official student companion to the U.S.G.F.'s "Sequential
II" program, the safest and most effective way to learn the basic
gymnastic skills. A must for every beginning gymnast. Photos, charts and drawings.
Gymnastics: Balancing Acts
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Christina Lessa, Foreword by Shannon Miller
Foreword by Dominique Dawes,Bela Karolyi (Introduction)
/ Paperback / Published 1997
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Hearts of Gold: A Celebration of Special Olympics and Its Heroes This book gives a
brief overview of the Olympic Games and then traces the history of the
Special Olympics from its inception in the 1960s to the present day. Dinn
explains the rules of involvement and then describes the different sports
that are included. This section, although written in a dry manner, is
interesting because it also profiles people who have participated in the
Special Olympics and details how they have gone on to develop other
skills. The United Sports program, one of several that combines special
and varsity athletes, is described. Excellent-quality full-color
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Gymnastics
How did Kerri Strug go from
Olympic hopeful to Olympic champion? How does Dominique Moceanu
spend a typical day? This thorough, fun-to-read book answers those
questions and many more. You'll
learn the ins and outs of the equipment and events, find out how scoring
is done, read about the history
of the sport, and lots more! Dan Gutman's insider look at gymnastics has
been fully updated to include
the 1996 Olympics and is sure to enthrall aspiring gymnasts and devoted
fans alike. A glossary,
a chronology, and an entertaining chapter of gymnastics trivia round out
this easily read, timely overview
of a popular sport.--
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Gymnastics: A Guide for Parents and Athletes (Spalding Sports Library)
Rik Feeney / Paperback / Published 1995
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Cartwheeling across the sofa, swinging from the banister, balancing
perfectly on top of the neighbor's porch railing ... is the next Nadia, Bart, Mary
Lou, or Shannon a member of your family? Could be. But how do you find the right program
to develop your budding gymnast's abilities? What does it take to be a champion? Rik
Feeney, a youth gymnastics coach who has coached in the United States, Australia, and
Bermuda, guides the beginning parent and athlete through every stage of a gymnast's
career and provides the information needed to fully appreciate and enjoy the sport
of gymnastics. This is a book not only for parents and athletes but also for
grandparents, brothers, aunts, friends, sports enthusiasts, and anyone else interested in
learning more about the exciting sport of gymnastics.
Gymnastics for Everyone
Paperback: 105 pages.
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John P. Bennett / Paperback / Published 1995
Fundamental Gymnastics (Fundamental Sports)
Bragg provides information about the sport itself rather than how to perfect
one's own skills. Four
chapters provide a brief history of gymnastics, descriptions of the six
events for boys and the four
events for girls, the basic moves, the general workout, and competition. The
events and some of
the skills are shown in excellent-quality full-color photographs on each
page. Interesting facts in
orange boxes appear throughout.
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