Men's Competitive
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BOYS
SQUADS
Curriculum
The national program for boys provides an excellent program for competitive
gymnastics. Compulsory exercises on six apparatus form the basis of the program
for levels 1-6, whilst Levels 7-10 compete optional routines. Time is given to
strength, flexibility and general conditioning, preparing the boys for the
required skills. The body preparation exercises provide the foundation for all
other sports. The Levels 1A-1D program covers basic skills and short routines as
the gymnast is progressively introduced to the six apparatus. Levels 2-10
require increased commitment to training hours and a good attitude to training.
Physical and mental preparation increases to prepare the gymnast for more
difficult skills. The Levels squads are organised according to age and level.
Your son is encouraged to give his training schedule the commitment required to
be competitive and achieve his goals.
Competitions
The club enters gymnasts in Regional competitions, and Regional teams in Levels
1-4 are selected to represent the Inner City at State Championships. The
Regional Championships is an important event on the competition calendar. Bunnerong traditionally enters the National Clubs Championships, which is a
teams event. Invitational competitions are held at individual clubs and gymnasts
are encouraged to compete at these friendly competitions.
Clinics
Holiday clinics are scheduled to provide continuity of training throughout the
year, and squad gymnasts are expected to attend to maximize their potential.
Australian Institute of Sport holiday clinics provide an excellent opportunity
for young gymnasts to train at the National Training Centre with some of
Australia's best coaches. The opportunity to use these facilities, observe
international gymnasts training, and 'rub shoulders' with Australia's top
gymnasts is an invaluable experience for all gymnasts.
