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EDUCATIONAL
SERVICES
Training
and Developmental Workshops
USA Gymnastics Courses
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Safety Certification
Courses:
A requirement for all USAG Professional Members, this 5 to 6 hour
class includes an "open-book" test. Latest edition Risk
Management / Safety Manual provided with
the class, fee of $115 for new non-Pro or Instructor members, $65 for
current Instructor or Pro members who are not certified or for a Pro
member who has expired for more than 30 days (free renewal for Pro members
within 30 days of expiration) is due to USA Gymnastics no later than 5
working days before the course. No other charge
for this course but minimum of 16 participants and pre-registration is
required.
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Kinder Accreditation
for Teachers (KAT) Courses:
A Kinder Accreditation for
Teachers (or KAT) Workshop consists of eight enlightening hours of
preschool teacher education. The workshop covers philosophy, understanding
the preschool age child, how to be an effective teacher, safety
considerations, class management, lesson plan development KAT Manual with
a "closed-book" test at the end provided with the class. Fee of
$140 for members, $160 for non-members is due to USA Gymnastics no later
than 5 working days before the course. No other charge for this course but
pre-registration is required.
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Professional
Development Program (PDP) I Video Clinics:
One of the three components required for PDP I certification,
this three to four hour clinic is conducted with video presentation and
discussion based on Rookie Coaches Guide. A workbook is provided. No test
is required; the coach completes the application form which is signed by
the instructor. $15 fee per participant is due and payable to the
clinician prior to the course, minimum of 11 participants.
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Professional
Development Program (PDP) II ASEP Classes:
One of the five components
required for PDP II certification, this eight hour course focuses on
information about basic coaching principles. Upon successful completion of
the course, coaches should provide USA Gymnastics with a photocopy of
their ASEP certificate in order to be entered into the USAG database.
ASEP Coaching Principles Book "Successful Coaching" is included
in the class (see below for details of the course).
American Sport
Education Program Classes -
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Coaching Principles
Courses:
The Coaching
Principles Course was designed to address the essential elements of
successful coaching-from proven coaching techniques to effective risk
management. Excellent for both new and experienced coaches, this course
combines the practical expertise of veteran coaches with the new,
important findings of sport scientists. During this course coaches will
learn how to keep winning in perspective;
develop a
functional coaching philosophy; communicate with and motivate their
athletes; teach sport skills effectively; develop a sound physical
training program; guide athletes to better nutrition;
reduce
injuries by managing risks better; and manage equipment, facilities,
schedules, and other team logistics.
The Coaching
Principles Course consists of a seven hour clinic, self-study of the
course text "Successful Coaching"
and passing the take-home, open book test with a score of 80 percent or
higher. A course fee of $295 plus $45 per participant is due to the
clinician prior to the course, minimum of six participants required.
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Parenting A Young
Athlete Seminar:
This course is
designed to turn problem parents into valuable allies and get parents off
your back and on your side! In this one to two hour meeting, parents learn
what their responsibilities are and how to work with coaches to provide
safe, enjoyable, and beneficial sport experiences for their children.
Parents also learn why children play sports, a healthy perspective on
participation and winning, how to help children set realistic performance
goals, how to enhance their child's self-esteem, how to communicate with
the coach, and what behavioral guidelines to follow when attending
contests. A course fee of $195 plus $49 for video and
materials (that you keep) is due to the clinician prior to the
course, minimum of six participants required.
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SportParent Seminar
for Coaches and Directors:
This class provides
youth sport directors and coaches with a practical and effective way to
educate parents about their children's (aged 6-14) participation in
sports. In a
one-hour meeting, coaches/directors
can help parents learn what their responsibilities are and how to work
with coaches to provide safe, enjoyable, and beneficial sport experiences
for their children. Parents also learn why children play sports, a healthy
perspective on participation and winning, how to help children set
realistic performance goals, how to enhance their child's self-esteem, how
to communicate with the coach, and what behavioral guidelines to follow
when attending contests. A course fee of $195 plus $49 for video and
materials (that you keep) is due to the clinician prior to the course,
minimum of six participants required.
American Red Cross
Training -
Individual
Classes of 4 (adult CPR) or 5 hours (infant/child CPR) available or
combination of any or all.
Individual 7
hour classes available or combination of any or all.
An 8 hour
compilation class recommended for true Professionals.
United States Olympic
Committee / Red Cross Class -
Sport
Safety Training provides coaches with the basic first aid skills and
knowledge needed to care for athletic injuries. This seven hour course
features video and practical instruction - plus a handy reference book to
use and keep with you during competition and practices. Sports-related
injury prevention; first aid care; adult CPR; and child CPR is included
Sport Specific First Aid class includes 96 page manual and 192 page spiral
bound pocket handbook. A
course fee of $295 plus $45 per participant is due to the clinician prior to
the course, minimum of six participants required.
Gym.Net Educational Workshops & Seminars
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“Dealing With Conflict &
Confrontation” is a
discussion-based training seminar that begins with techniques to minimize
conflict and build collaboration. Learn how to resolve conflicts and reach
positive solutions without losing your cool. This valuable workshop will work
at two levels - helping train teachers how to deal with students and helping
adults deal with conflict without losing their cool. Don’t miss this workshop!
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“Conducting Effective
Meetings” is a discussion-based
training seminar that begins with techniques to minimize conflict and build
collaboration during staff meetings, booster club meetings or simple
one-on-one meetings. Learn how to become a good listener, negotiator, and
trusted communicator. This valuable workshop will help develop collaborative
workplaces by opening good communication between staff. Learn techniques to
help you effectively lead interactive staff meetings to create a successful
work team
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“Time Management,
Priorities, & Deadlines” is a
discussion-based training seminar that begins with techniques to increase
efficiency and improve performance. Learn how to establish direction and take
control of your valuable time. More precious than money, time is your greatest
resource. Use your time wisely and spend it at this workshop!
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“Effective Use of the
Internet / World Wide Web for Gymnastics”
is a discussion-based seminar that begins with a general history and
description of the Internet and concludes with how Gymnastics Professionals
can utilize the World Wide Web to their advantage. Learn the basics of
browsing the Net, using search engines, newsgroups, and listservs. See what
makes a Web site successful and how to create and promote your own site.
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“Safety In The Gym for
Class Instructors” is a
discussion-based workshop that will cover all aspects of safety relating to
Gymnastics programs. Go beyond the USAG Safety Certification course and join
in this workshop that covers everything from setting up your facility safely
to specific safety issues including proper equipment, programming concerns,
and emergency action plans. Personal safety will be highlighted in this
seminar, focusing on such topics as proper ergonomics to protecting yourself
and your staff from blood-borne pathogens. Learn the questions that lawyers
ask during litigation procedures and talk about ways to protect yourself and
your staff. Every gym should benefit from this workshop as we increase the
attitude of safety awareness as it relates to Gymnastics.
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“Parenting a Young Athlete”
is a focused presentation
specifically for the parents of athletes. Through this American
Sport Education Program SportParent workshop, modeled after the Stanford
University based Positive Coaching Alliance parent education course, parents
can learn how to support their children while nurturing their child’s athletic
endeavors.
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“Interpersonal
Communication Skills” is a
discussion-based training seminar that begins with techniques to minimize
conflict and build collaboration. Learn how to become a good listener,
negotiator, and trusted communicator. This valuable workshop will help develop
collaborative workplaces by opening good communication between staff. Customer
loyalty will climb as owners and directors learn how to present their messages
effectively.
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“Setting Up Your PreSchool
Gym SAFELY” Have you ever
thought of how your gym looks through a three year olds eyes? You may have all
of the latest and greatest PreSchool mats and equipment but have you
considered how a 5 year old will think to use them? How about your Parent/Tot
classes, can your parents figure out proper usage and how to get the most from
your facility and apparatus? “Setting Up Your PreSchool Gym” is a
discussion-based workshop that will cover all aspects of safety relating to
PreSchool programs. From setting up your facility safely for 1 to 6 years olds
to specific safety issues including proper equipment, we will discuss
programming concerns and emergency action plans. Every gym that offers
PreSchool programs should benefit from this workshop as we increase the
attitude of safety awareness as it relates to PreSchool Gymnastics.
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“Partners Not Problems -
Keeping Parents Off Your Back And On Your Side”
is based on the American Sport Education Program SportParent Guide and the
National Alliance for Youth Sports program to help Coaches and
Owners/Directors keep parents working with them rather than against them.
Learn how to properly conduct parent meetings and educate your parents to
assist you in your role as their child’s instructor.
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“Staff Development vs.
Staff Training” Developing your
organization begins with developing your employees to reach their full
potential. Sending your coaches to Safety Certification courses and conducting
in-service training workshops is no longer enough. If you can build strong
leaders in your organization, you will find yourself growing an organization
beyond your wildest dreams. This is an educational programming seminar on how
to go beyond training and educating your staff to fully developing your
employees to help you accomplish your mission. Your employees need to be
nurtured and recognized for what they bring to your business. Teaching your
teachers and coaching your coaches to meet their goals as well as yours will
ensure a successful program. Learn organizational development and
high-performance supervision techniques like 360°
feedback, open communication skills, effective employee evaluations, and
team-building exercises that you can take back to your gym and motivate your
team of dedicated, valued, and valuable employees.
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“Easy Drills for Twisting
Skills” is a lecture
presentation of various drills and progressions coaches can use to introduce,
explain, teach, or improve twisting technique. Simple progressions that can be
used for all classes and ability levels, preschool through advanced.
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“They Could Be Giants”
is a FUNdamental progression system that coaches can use to teach giant swings
in their recreational classes. Almost all of the drills are appropriate for
and could be performed by 6-year-old beginning gymnasts up through adults.
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