Gymnastics Vault Scoring: What Judges See That You Don’t

Have you ever sneezed during a gymnastics vault and when you looked back, you only saw the landing? How can a judge possibly come up with a score on an event that lasts for just two seconds!

The gymnastics scoring […]

Understanding Gymnastics Scoring: From Artistry to Execution

Updated February 2024

Gymnastics competitions are fun to watch, but it can also be frustrating when you don’t understand how the gymnastics scoring system works!

Judging is a very complex process. Becoming certified as a judge for women’s gymnastics requires an intense amount of studying, […]

Gymnastics or Tumbling? 3 Questions to Ask Before Choosing

Most young kids enjoy some form of tumbling. Rolling around the floor or outdoors is pretty typical. But maybe you have one of those kids who really loves bouncing and flipping on – or off – their bed. They seem to spend […]

Recreational Tumbling: The Way to Raise Fit Confident Kids

Recreational tumbling is one of best ways to build a child’s self-confidence. Who doesn’t want to be the cool kid on the block who can do all kinds of unique tricks? And what parent doesn’t want […]

Fitness Goal Setting for Kids: The SMART Way to Get in Shape

Goal setting for kids should start as early as possible. Why?

Can you imagine setting out on a 3000 mile trip across the country without a destination in mind? Or telling yourself, “I’ll just […]

Ninja Training for Kids: Preparing Our Youth to Be Heroes

Can ninja training for kids really prepare them to become heroes? If you believe heroes are born with a special ability only a few possess, then the answer is no. But what if a hero is someone […]

Why Kids Need Character Education and 5 Fun Starter Ideas

What Is Character Education?

Character education is rarely listed on a school’s list of subjects to be taught. It’s not something that kids memorize or put together like a puzzle. And yet a 2022 poll of 2,000 American […]