GatorGirl4Life
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I was a competitive gymnast for many years, and I REALLY suggest you finding a more qualified gym coach. The coach should be there to help you feel more comfortable and confident to try out new (and scary) things. If they are not there with you all the way, spotting and being there for emotional support, then they are NOT A COACH. Gymnastics can be very dangerous and scary, and if you are not sure at all about what you are doing, then the potential for injury sky rockets. I have seen many girls at the gym I used to train at get hurt for trying things they were not ready for, because the coach did not spot them…..Many broken bones and injuries that will follow these women for the rest of their lives. I’m not trying to scare you, but a good coach really knows about spotting, safety and making the gymnast feel SAFE and comfortable when trying new tricks. Please look into a more conscious coach that will make you feel more comfortable, safe and confident! And don’t worry about the cartwheels and handstand things, just work on what the others have suggested (up against a wall, Yoga, maybe even Pilates) so that you can gain more awareness of your body and balance. Remember this stuff happens OVER TIME NOT OVER NIGHT! Good luck!
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Thanks girls. I had previously mentioned it to the owner about the safety and training, so I guess I will just let it pan itself out, like you said with the people complaining and not showing up….Hopefully no one will be hurt in the process…
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This was so much fun! Thanks for bringing the pole so we could practice/play around!!
xoxo
Allie
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I would be interested in entering. I am located in Orlando, FL, and have only heard of amature nights in strip clubs which always seemed to be rigged. Would you be associated with the Art of the Catwalk up in Tallahassee?
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I have learned that spinny mode is kind of like an ice skater when they do the really fast pirouettes on the ice. When they let their arms or legs out, they slow down a bit, and when they bring the arms and legs in, they speed up. When I instruct students on spinny mode for the first time, I have them experiment with their body positioning on the pole. Pulling the body into the pole or straightening their posture will speed them up, pulling away, arching their back or bringing a leg or arm out will slow them down a little. I always make sure to tell them to GENTLY lift into the spin, NEVER jump or LAUNCH your body as they do when in static. As far as the dizzy factor, I found that it helps if you can spot something MOVING WITH the pole…i.e. finger nail polish, your hands, something moving with you. It helps a little….Just take things slow and take lots of breaks!! I hope this helps some!
Allie
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I’m glad the DVDs were finally delivered! Hopefully mine will be waiting in my mailbox when I get back from LA!!