Category Archives: preschool

‘Great job Team Buckley’

Our official opening on Saturday showed a performance from Pre-school through to the Advanced class that we are in the business of bringing success, writes coaching director Stan Buckley. My thanks to all for a great weekend and also to … Continue reading

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Photos: Official opening at Gwernaffield gym

The official opening of our gym at Gwernaffield was held today with Lord Barry Jones and Lady Janet Jones cutting the ribbon. A display depicting the development of gymnastic skills was performed by girls from pre-school through to advanced class … Continue reading

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Pike fold: Move of the month

Step 1. Sit in a pike shape. Back should be straight with arms squeezing the ears. Legs straight out in front with back of the knees pushed into the mat and toes pointed. Step 2. Fold forwards with the fold … Continue reading

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Straddle: Move of the month

This month we’re focusing on straddle and working towards a straddle press. Why don’t you give it a go too? Sit in a nice wide straddle. Toes pointed. Knees pressed into the ground. Back straight. Ask the gymnast to show … Continue reading

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