Introducing Salto Backwards
Many adults show up to Gymnastics class to learn a ‘flip’.
Here’s one way to get them started without spotting.
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teaching safe rope climb
by site editor Rick McCharles
Rope climb is a wonderful activity.
But one of the biggest mistakes I see in gyms is coaches putting young kids up high on ropes too soon. … We’ve all heard of or seen children falling.
Climbing high is not necessary nor efficient for fun and fitness.
I was compelled to put together a video of how to introduce children to rope climb. Without putting them into a situation where a small mistake could be a big injury.
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(via Gymnastics Coaching)
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teaching SAFE LANDINGS for all sports
Kidskills Australia developed the IMPACT Safe Landing Skills video to enhance children’s and athletes movement potential and prevent injury.
IMPACT is a body management program used to develop safe landing skills utilized in recreational, physical and sporting activities.
Sadly, the video produced by Tasmanian coach Charles Minster seems to be no longer available.
Click PLAY or watch a sample on YouTube.
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teaching salto forwards
I really like how Coach Tony teaches front flips at his Gym.
The demonstator is an adult practicing Parkour / Ninja.
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SAFETY – Casting from a Bar
Before you cast high, teach kids what to do if they lean too far forwards.
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Special Needs PLAY Gym in Sydney, Australia
Shine Shed is a large new indoor play centre which is build for children and adults with special needs and for their families and friends too. …
The Shine Shed offers a unique sensory play experience designed to meet the needs of children, teens and young adults with special needs. Limited numbers, caring staff, friendly and understanding environment. A great activity for the whole family. We welcome everyone – with or without special needs
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Teaching HANGS
Stationary Positions:
1) Supports
2) Hangs
3) BalancesHangs are those activities where the centre of mass is suspended directly below the base of support. They are the most stable of the stationary positions.
Safety first. Plan hanging challenges in safe situations. Keep them low but physically demanding.
The classic coaching mistake in Gymnastics is forcing kids to climb high on a rope before they are physically and psychologically ready.
Gymnasts should be smiling … even when upside down. 🙂
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Parkour / Ninja prepares kids for sport
“… we need more creativity to prepare for the chaos of sport.”
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Swinging RINGS for Preschoolers
It’s EASY for small kids to feel comfortable with the GRASP on Rings.
Of course HANGING on Ropes or Rings is very good for improving upper body strength.
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