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MANAGING INCLUSION IN GYMNASTICS (MIG)
Technical Members can use this link to login to the online MIG resource.
Download a set of Frequently Asked Questions.
GYMMIX - GYMSPORT FUSION RESOURCE HAS ARRIVED
Part B of the Gymnastics for All coaching resource is available to purchase from the GymShop. GymMix Part B is a essential addition to all coaching libraries and builds on from the previously released GymMix Part A.
GymMix is a resource for all Clubs and Coaches that offers a combination of all Gymsports: Men's and Women's combined with Rhythmic, Acrobatic Gymnastics, Sport Aerobics, Trampoline Sports, Display Gymnastics and Cheerleading.
GymMix brings together the best of previous coach education resource favourites, Introductory Gymnastics and GymFun. This resource includes and engages participants of all abilities in an enjoyable Gymsport fusion by providing a fun way to get fit and stay active with friends.
GymMix is being released in three parts. See below for the inclusions of Parts A and B, now available from the GymShop.
PART A:
- GFA National Levels Program Levels 1 - 3 with key coaching and safety points, variations, games and progressions
- Sets of 5 Lesson Plans covering: Foundation skills; Cheerleading; Acrobatics and Aerobics
- Certificates to print
- GymMix Activities with tips for teaching in a fun, safe way
- Template page to make your own activity cards
- Participant and class records
- Coaching/Teaching Kit with circuit cards, tips on coaching, warm-up ideas, games and more
PART B:
- GFA National Levels Program Levels 4 - 6 with key coaching and safety points, variations, games and progressions
- Set of 5 Lesson Plans covering: Trampoline Sports
- A guide to creating a gymnastic displays
- Certificates to print
- Participant and class records
The GymMix Promotion Pack comes with Part A and includes:
- Brochure
- CD-Rom
- Posters (3)
- Sample Certificates (4)
- Sample Participant Record Booklet
- Sample Participant Record Book Stickers
- Order Form
GymMix is available now in a convenient CD format!
Special Member Price - Part A $100 and Part B $44 (including GST, postage and handling)
Non Member Price - Part A $150 and Part B $99 (including GST, postage and handling)
For more information and orders:
Download the GymMix Brochure
Download the GymMix Order Form
Visit our Gymshop website
What is GYMSkools?
GYMSkools is an online resource designed to assist affiliated clubs and coaches establish, administer, deliver and maintain a sustainable gymnastics-in-schools program.
The GYMSkools resource includes:
- useful templates and sample documents to assist in establishing, administering and maintaining a gymnastics-in-schools program
- an innovative online Lesson Plan Builder (LPB), that progressively builds safe and challenging gymnastics-in-schools lessons, drawing from over 1000 pre-selected games, activities and skills, including the ability to print and save your completed lesson plans for record keeping and future use
- A4 sized activity cards that can be printed for use within the program
- useful templates and sample documents to assist in establishing, administering and maintaining a gymnastics-in-schools program
Access to all GYMSkools features listed above is a Benefit of Membership
COMPLIMENTARY access to all components of the GYMSkools resource has been provided to all clubs who are currently rated at STAR 3 or above within the Club 10 quality assurance program. Accredited coaches with a relationship to all such clubs will also be provided with complimentary access to all components of the resource.
Clubs rated at Star 1 and Star 2 may purchase an annual subscription to the GYMSkools LPB for $33 and coaches not provided with complimentary access (as listed above) may also purchase a yearly subscription to the GYMSkools LPB with prices starting at $33 for accredited coaches/members and $110 for non-members (ie teachers).
Managing the Risks of Coaching (MRC)
MRC resource focuses on how we can identify and manage risk. A blend of common sense along with strategic actions can help reduce the likelihood of litigation and above all ensure that gymnastics is an enjoyable experience for all.
Here are some reasons why you should undertake this resource:-
- Great awareness of your role in managing risks associated with coaching gymnastics
- Reduces the likelihood of litigation
- Reduces the likelihood of injury/damage to your athlete and others
- Undertake now before it becomes a National requirement for membership renewal in 2007
- 3 Updating Points allocated once certification has taken place
Costs involved to undertake the MRC are as follows:
- Members of Gymnastics Australia - Certification $33 (inc GST)
- Non-members of Gymnastics Australia - Certification $77 (inc GST)
AUSTRALIAN SPORTS COMMISSION - COACHING WEBSITE
http://www.ausport.gov.au/coach/index.asp
TIPS AND TRICKS FOR BEGINNER COACHES:-
The Coaching and Officiating Unit of the ASC has developed a series of web pages aimed at 'grass roots' coaches and officials. The web pages, entitled 'Tools and Tips for New Coaches and Officials' are a key part of the ASC's strategy to engage with and provide greater assistance to community level coaches and officials.
The new web pages can be accessed by clicking here, then click on the 'Tools & Tips' button on the right.
Sports CONNECT
Visit Gymnastics Australia's Sports CONNECT webpage
Tips for Coaching Athletes with a Disability
ASC GENERAL PRINCIPLES COACHING COURSE
The Australian Sports Commission is pleased to announce the launch of a new online course for coaches.
The Beginning Coaching General Principles online course has been developed to assist new coaches improve their basic coaching skills, in particular, those coaches working with children.
About the course
The course contains five modules, covering a range of general coaching topics, including the role and responsibilities expected of a coach, planning, safety, working with parents, communication, group management and inclusive coaching practices when working with people with a disability or special population groups.
The course takes approximately 6 hours to complete with assessment included at the end of each module.
How to access the course
The Beginning Coaching General Principles course is available from the Australian Sports Commission’s new online learning portal. Go to: https://learning.ausport.gov.au for more information on the course, and to enroll.
Please note: Beginner gymnastics coaches are encouraged to undertake this training; however this is NOT the course that currently needs to be undertaken to complete the Level One Gymnastics Accreditation. Be aware that the titles of the courses are very similar. Coaches who complete the ASC Beginning Coaching General Principles online course will be eligible for 3 UPD points.
PUBLICATIONS:-
Australian Sports Commission – Sports Coach. Phone (0) 6214 1551
National Sport Information Centre (NSIC) has developed a new monthly sport information email that may interest administrators, coaches and officials.
To subscribe to this monthly free email service visit the web address:
www.ausport.gov.au/nsic/sportscan/subscribe.asp
You can now order articles using the new NSIC Electronic Document Order Form -
https://secure.ausport.gov.au/forms/document_request/
You might like to save this web address for future requests. All you need to do is cut and paste article references into the form and add your contact details.
As highlighted earlier in the year, the NSIC can now provide you with access to SportDiscus Fulltext Database – over 700,000 references on all areas of sport and it now includes 400 journal titles providing fulltext access to their articles. If you would like access send an email to – nsic@ausport.gov.au and we will email out the login details.
In 2007, the NSIC will be endeavouring to provide you with more direct electronic access to its growing collection of electronic resources.
Please click on the links below to download the Monthly Sportscan Updates from the NSIC:
DOWNLOAD SPORTSCAN UPDATE - JANUARY 2008
DOWNLOAD SPORTSCAN UPDATE - FEBRUARY 2008
DOWNLOAD SPORTSCAN UPDATE - APRIL 2008
DOWNLOAD GYMNASTICS UPDATE - APRIL 2008
DOWNLOAD SPORTSCAN UPDATE - MAY 2008
DOWNLOAD GYMNASTICS UPDATE - MAY 2008
DOWNLOAD GYMNASTICS UPDATE - JUNE 2008
DOWNLOAD SPORTSCAN UPDATE - JULY 2008
DOWNLOAD GYMNASTICS UPDATE - JULY 2008
NSIC Catalogue http://www.ausport.gov.au/nsic/catalogue.asp is now available . You can locate gymnastics and other books and videos/dvds available for loan from the NSIC.
Videos:
Videos/DVD's can be borrowed through your local library on inter-library loan from the National Sport Information Centre (NSIC) or directly through the NSIC’s Sports Video Library.
Membership details and costs, click here.
Journal Articles:
Journal articles can be ordered from the National Sport Information Centre (NSIC). Cost per article is $6 for Australian clients. For order and payment form please click here
For more information contact the National Sport Information Centre
Australian Sports Commission
PO Box 176
Belconnen ACT 2616
nsic@ausport.gov.au
Tel: (02) 6214 1369 Fax: (02) 6214 1681
www.ausport.gov.au/nsic/
ASCA LEVEL 1 COACH EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM
The Australian Strength and Conditioning Association, is the professional development body for Strength and Conditioning Coaches in Australia, representing over 3000 Accredited Strength and Conditioning Coaches involved in coaching athletes and teams at all levels of participation from club through to Olympic and Professional Sports.
The ASCA Coach accreditation is the only Strength and Conditioning Coaching Course recognised by the Australian Sports Commission through the National Coach Accreditation Scheme and is recognised internationally as an industry leader via international affiliates in ASIA and New Zealand.
The Level 1 ASCA Strength and Conditioning Coaching Course provides participants with the knowledge and skills to understand, apply and design programs including basic training principles and variables to physically prepare beginner level athletes to improve their sports performance
Learn how to:
o Combine various training variables for sports performance
o Modify training programs to suit the psychological development of the athlete.
o Create a more effective teaching strategy
o Organise, teach, supervise, and provide feedback on basic speed, strength, endurance and flexibility development drills.
o Describe common technical faults and their implications from the Level 1 Strength exercise lift.
o Design a basic 2-3 day/week 4-8 week basic periodised program for beginner level athletes using all training modalities.
o Employ a range of field tests to assess an athlete's physical capabilities
o Implement injury prevention, management and rehabilitation procedures and apply basic first aid for basic sports injuries.
o Manage and implement a recovery program
o Identify and understand the effect of nutrition and commonly used drugs on sports performance.
The ASCA aims to facilitate professional development of persons involved in the physical preparation of an athlete by "bridging the gap between sports science and the practical application".
Click here to download the level 1 registration form and course details
Click here to download the level 2registration form and course details
Download information flyer - University of Queensland - Postgraduate Programs in Sports Coaching
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