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Go for 2&5 Gymnastics WA 2015 Conference
Wednesday 14th January 2015 – CLUB WORKSHOPS
Time
9.00am–12:00pm
Club
Workshop
Day 1
Venue
Speakers
DSR
Guest Presenter
GA Presenter
Topic
CLUB 10 LAUNCH.
It is highly recommended that Clubs have at least one representative attend.
To assist clubs comply with the National Standards and to help them assess and compare their
current documentation, Gymnastics Australia, in partnership with State Associations, has further
developed a series of resources that address various quality management systems.
Lunch 12:00pm – 1:00pm
1:00pm – 5:30pm
Day 1
DSR
Guest Presenter
Frank Sahlein (USA) – 3rd
Level Consulting: Building
your business potential
Practical and inspiring sessions for owners, administrators, program managers, office
managers and even general staff and volunteers. Highly motivating workshops covering specific
and effective exercises to organise your business for maximum efficiency.
Workshop topics include 1) Personal Organisation; 2) Dynamic Communication; 3) Online Teacher
Training and Curriculums PLUS Outstanding Customer Service Culture.
Thursday 15th January 2015 – CLUB WORKSHOPS
Time
8:30am–12:00pm
Club
Workshop
Day 2
Venue
Speakers
Topic
DSR
Guest Presenter
Frank Sahlein (USA) – 3rd
Level Consulting: Building
your business potential
More practical and inspiring sessions for owners, administrators, program managers, office
managers and even general staff and volunteers. A fast-paced journey through the essential
systems that are necessary to effectively run and/or govern a gymnastics club. This includes 1)
ManageSmart; 2) MarketSmart; 3) PeopleSmart; 4) TechSmart; 5) FinanceSmart; 6) FacilitySmart;
7) RiskSmart; and 8) InspireSmart.
Lunch 12:00pm – 1:00pm
1:00pm – 4:30pm
Day 2
DSR
Guest Presenter
Frank Sahlein (USA) – 3rd
Level Consulting: Building
your business potential
In each of the ‘Smart’ modules above, clubs will have the opportunity to discuss individual club
challenges; how to apply the ‘Smart’ business systems and the online ‘Success Solutions
Dashboards’.
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Friday 16th January 2015 – CONFERENCE OPENING FUNCTION
Time
Workshop
Room
Speakers
Topic
2015 CONFERENCE WELCOME FUNCTION AND GUEST SPEAKER.
Tony Retrosi will delight members with one of his favourite topics “Coaches as Educators”. Tony will
share his experiences of not only being a coach but also as a teacher and educator.
6.00pm - 9.00pm
1
DSR 1
Guest Presenter
Tony Retrosi (USA)
‘We really have more in common with the college professor...[university lecturer] than the head
coach of a football team”
Tony will also share with you how ‘new or younger’ coaches can learn how to make every child feel
important, making corrections to all, not letting circuits get out of hand and just a waste of time (or
time filler) but really helpful.
Saturday 17th January 2015 – CONFERENCE
Time
9:00am–10:30am
Workshop
3
Room
DSR 1
Speakers
Topic
CLUB INFORMATION – News and current affairs
It is highly recommended that Clubs have at least one representative attend.
Gymnastics WA Staff
Education, Judging and successful Event Entry in 2015
How to get the administration right the first time and save time.
10:45am-12:15pm
3
DSR 1
Desiree Jones
WAG National Commission
Representative
WAG ALP – Unravelling, understanding and embracing the new WAG Australian Levels program.
It is highly recommended that Clubs have at least one representative attend.
Lunch 12:15pm – 1:00pm
Saturday 17th January 2015 – CONFERENCE Continued…
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Saturday 17th January 2015 – CONFERENCE
Time
1.00pm - 2.30pm
2.45pm - 4.15pm
Workshop
4
5
Room
Speaker
A
DSR 1
Tony Burton
B
DSR 2
Mike Ackoy
C
GWA Hall 1
D
GWA Hall 1
E
Topic
INCLUSIVE GYMNASTICS
Gain a better understanding of how to modify your coaching style, plans, activities and the equipment
and environment to include all gymnasts.
BEATING BLOCKS: OVERCOMING CHALLENGES TO PERFORMANCE
An introduction to the Sport Psych principles that coaches need to bring out the best in gymnasts.
Desiree Jones
WAG National Commission
Representative
Guest Presenter
Tony Retrosi (USA)
WAG – ALP
WAG Levels 3-6 compulsory Beam routine choreography tips and tricks.
GWA Hall 2A
Rachel Whitehouse
KG – Planning for theme days and incorporating music into your program
F
GWA Hall 2B
Guest Presenter
Petrina Hutchinson
AEROSkools
Come along and see how easy it is to learn an AEROSkools routine to use in your club and to
introduce schools to the sports of aerobics.
A
DSR 1
Jo Norcott
Sports Physiotherapist
(Ascend Physiotherapy) and
WAIS provider since 1996
SPORTS TAPING AND STRAPPING - the common joints of the body that require support in
gymnastics including the ankle, knee, wrist and shoulder.
B
DSR 2
Mike Ackoy
C
GWA Hall 1
D
GWA Hall 1
E
GWA Hall 2A
Krasi Yurukova and
Karyn Murray
RG – ARTISTRY – This theoretical workshop will cover the key components of RG routines including
music, linking and body expression. Krasi and Karyn will present information to assist coaches and
judges with this important area of RG choreography. Note practical session follows in workshop 6.
F
GWA Hall 2B
Rachel Whitehouse
KG – Skill Breakdown and Ideas for Classes
Guest Presenter
Tony Retrosi (USA)
Desiree Jones
WAG National Commission
Representative
5 SKILLS EVERYONE NEEDS AT BARS TO BE SUCCESSFUL – To be successful at bars it
comes down to mastering the ‘BIG 5” – Kip; Cast Handstand; Clear Hip; Giant; and Flyaway.
MIND GYM: CREATIVE APPROACHES TO SKILLS DEVELOPMENT
Interactive workshop to develop creative strategies that make skills development easier and fun for
coaches and athletes.
InBAR SKILLS AND GIANTS – Breaking down 2 of the most difficult “Basics” on uneven bars. This
workshop will include drills, progression and ideas.
WAG – ALP
Moving ahead with the WAG Level 3-4 compulsory floor routine
Saturday 17th January 2015 – CONFERENCE Continued
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Saturday 17th January 2015 – CONFERENCE
Time
4.30pm - 6.00pm
6:00pm –
7:30pm
Workshop
Room
Speaker
A
DSR 1
Jo Norcott
Ascend Sports
Physiotherapist and WAIS
Provider since 1996
B
DSR 2
Nicole Colev
C
GWA Hall 1
Desiree Jones
WAG National Commission
Representative
D
GWA Hall 1
Guest Presenter
Tony Retrosi (USA)
E
GWA Hall 2A
Krasi Yurukova and
Karyn Murray
F
GWA Hall 2B
Guest Presenter
Petrina Hutchinson
6
A
2
B
DSR
conference
room
GWA Hall
2A/2B
WAG Technical Committee
RG Technical Committee
Topic
PREVENTION OF INJURIES – tips for preventing future injuries to back, upper & lower limbs.
Discussion of the impact of load and volume, correct technique and helpful stretches and drills.
GA DESIGNATED LAUNCHPAD WORKSHOP – Engaging schools
WAG – ALP
Getting on top with the WAG Levels 5-6 compulsory floor routine choreography
UNEVEN BAR RELEASE MOVES – Prerequisites, lead ups, drills and a plan for major release.
It can take 12 to 18 months from introduction of the skill to success. Many of these drills can be done
as stations INSTEAD of having gymnasts wait in line or at the chalk bucket!
RG – ARTISTRY - The practical application following on from workshop 5 that will cover the key
components of RG routines including music, linking and body expression. Krasi and Karyn will
present information to assist coaches and judges with this important area of RG choreography.
CIRCUS SKILLS FOR GYMNASTS
From sport to art: transfer gymnastics skills and extend your repertoire via the world of circus.
WAG Forum
RG Forum
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Sunday 18th January 2015 – CONFERENCE
Time
8:00am - 8:45am
9.00am - 10.30am
10.45am - 12.15pm
Workshop
7
8
Room
Speaker
A
DSR
Training
room
TRP Technical Committee
TRP Forum
B
GWA Hall 1
MAG Technical Committee
MAG Forum
C
GWA 2A/2B
ACR Technical Committee
ACR Forum
A
DSR 1
The Training Experts
B
GWA Hall 1
Guest Presenter
Tony Retrosi (USA)
C
GWA Hall 1
Guest Presenter
Petrina Hutchinson
D
GWA Hall 1
Igor Bespalov
E
GWA Hall
2A/2B
Debbs Van Hagen
A
DSR 1
The Training Experts
B
DSR 2
Sophy Foreman
C
GWA Hall 1
Guest Presenter
Tony Retrosi (USA)
D
GWA Hall 1
Guest Presenter
Petrina Hutchinson
E
GWA Hall 1
Tony Burton
F
GWA Hall
2A/2B
Michelle Ranieri
9
Topic
SENIOR FIRST AID COURSE (8 hours)
A requirement for all coaches holding advanced and above accreditation. It is a pre requisite to fully
complete the pre-course workbook prior to attending your day of training, either online or via the
hardcopy workbook/manual. Please note that sufficient verbal and written English skills is required to
complete the theory and practical course requirements.
VAULTING - OPTIONAL DRILLS FOR YOUR COMPULSORY GYMNASTS.
Things to do instead of waiting in line. It is a huge mistake to wait until your athletes reach an
optional level to start working optional vaults. This workshop offers drills and lead ups that can and
should be done with your compulsory gymnasts to ease the transition to the optional levels.
JUMP, MOVE, TUMBLE. Retaining teenage gymnasts by keeping them engaged and enthused.
This workshop will focus on Freestyle gymnastics and Team Gym.
MAG – POMMEL SKILLS. For the Beginner to intermediate Coach (Level 1 to 6) this workshop will
teach the fundamental lead up skills and progressions for this challenging apparatus.
ACRO - CHOREOGRAPHY FOR GROUPS AND PAIRS
SENIOR FIRST AID COURSE …continued
NUTRITION FOR ATHLETES – for general training, pre competition and post competition.
Note that this presentation will finish at 12:00pm.
YURCHENKO VAULTING
Prerequisites, drills and lead ups for round off entry vaults.
CHOREOGRAPHY: MOVING FROM THE KNOWN TO THE UNKNOWN
A fun and easy way to choreograph for groups utilising everyday movements and the elements of
choreography.
TRP - BACK TO BASICS. For the Beginner to Intermediate Coach, this workshop will revisit good
techniques for essential skill development including basic landings.
RECREATIONAL PROGRAMMING – Learn how to design and deliver lesson plans for your
recreation gymnasts that are ‘fun’ whilst creating an environment that will develop key gymnastics
skills.
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Sunday 18th January 2015 – CONFERENCE
Lunch 12:15pm-1:00pm
Time
Workshop
Room
Speaker
12:30pm-1:00pm
10
DSR 1
(MUST BE A MEMBER OF A GWA
AFFILIATED CLUB)
A
DSR 1
The Training Experts
B
DSR 2
Nicole Colev
C
GWA Hall 1
Igor Bespalov
D
GWA Hall 1
Coral King
E
GWA Hall 1
Guest Presenter
Tony Retrosi (USA)
F
GWA Hall 2A
and 2B
Guest Presenter
Petrina Hutchinson
A
DSR 1
The Training Experts
B
DSR 2
Nicole Colev
C
GWA Hall 1
Igor Bespalov
D
GWA Hall 1
Guest Presenter
Tony Retrosi (USA)
E
GWA Hall 2A
F
GWA Hall 2B
1:00pm - 2:30pm
2.45pm - 4.15pm
11
NWRGA
12
Dhana Antulov
Guest Presenter
Petrina Hutchinson
Topic
Election, information and planning for 2015.
SENIOR FIRST AID COURSE …continued
LAUNCHPAD ZOOM!
GA’s fundamental movement initiative, LaunchPad - A MUST for ALL Coaches in a LaunchPad Club
DEVELOPMENT OF THE HANDSTAND AS A FUNDAMENTAL SKILL. Back a second year in a
row due to popular demand.
SAFE SPOTTING TECHNIQUES FOR BARS AND BEAM - gain confidence to assist the more
mature gymnast using equipment and assistant training coaches (where available) to prepare for and
develop the more complex skills.
‘A BASIC TUMBLING PLAN’ – Floor is where all starts is. Master the basics there and then you
can go anywhere!
TEACHING SKILLS THROUGH FITNESS GAMES AND ACTIVITIES USING GYM MIX
RESOURCES.
A fun and games approach to teaching skills in your gym classes
SENIOR FIRST AID COURSE …Concludes.
NOTE – Depending on practical assessments, the course could finish between 4:30pm to 5:00pm
LAUNCHPAD ZOOM! – Continued from Workshop 11
GA’s fundamental movement initiative, LaunchPad - A MUST for ALL Coaches in a LaunchPad Club
MAG – RINGS SKILLS - For the Beginner to intermediate Coach (Level 1 to 6) this workshop will
teach the basic lead up drills, strength skills, progressions and physical preparation.
COMBINATION TUMBLING. GO FOR THE BONUS!
It is becoming increasingly important to have combination tumbling passes receiving bonus at the
ALP or Elite level. Experience some of Tony’s favourite drills and lead ups for bonus tumbling
passes.
BASIC SHAPES AND BODY LINES – Simple and effective ways to develop and strengthen the
most important body shapes used in gymnastics for effective future gymnastics development.
CREATING EFFECTIVE CLASS CIRCUITS AND CREATIVE CLASS MANAGEMENT
By using resources such as Gym Mix, reinvigorate your recreational gymnastics classes.
CONFERENCE ENDS. THANK YOU FOR ATTENDING 
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