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If she choses Xcel, what would her hours be and would she have different coaches? In many gyms Xcel is considered "low-key" option with less hours and not the most experienced coaching stuff. It may sound like fun, having her own routines and training whichever skills she wants, but in reality...

Yes, every gym has their own rule when it comes to competitive gymnastics, so start by asking questions. You can try talking to her current coaches or the gym administration or just email the gym. Ask what the process is for getting on pre-team\team. Some do try-outs, some are invite only, or...

Is there another gym you could have her try out at? 16 year old coaches teaching pre-team doesn't sound like an ideal situation. I'm sure more experienced coaches would be able to keep her engaged throughout the entire class.

Yes, unfortunately that's the situation in the US currently with all those high deductible plans. Even when you technically have an insurance and it technically covers the treatment, you are paying out of pocket until you meet the deductible, which could be as high as $5K. I definitely wouldn't...

MA - the only two candidates I see are Brestyan's Yellow Jackets

For my daughter's short career as a competitive gymnast (4 years) the most memorable were the meets with some "theme" or something a little "extra". For example one was a "luau" meet, where they had to dress up in beach clothes for the awards. One was a "mardi gras" meet, where they had to make...

In case you don't know, you can't just invent a new skill and give it a name. A skill is named after the gymnast who first performed it in a competition. So if the coach invented a new dismount, it wouldn't have a name, until the gymnast performs it in a competition, and then it will be named...

The OP said her daughter took "'TOPS inspired class". It's probably just the name of the class, with some TOPS inspired conditioning, doesn't have anything to do with the Xcel bronze team she was invited to join. But I do agree that more information is needed. How successful the current gym is...

What’s the Championships qualifying score for juniors? Is it 49?

We are all rooting for her! Good luck at the Classic!

Agree with this! Excited to see them compete again, and I know there are no guarantees in this sport and a lot can happen in a year, but if all the "oldies" make it (Simone, Jordan, Jade, Suni, Gabi), there will be no room for the new girls, and that would be sad.

I also wanted to comment on her bridge, but decided not to since I'm not a coach or medical professional. But now since someone else mentioned it I want to add, please limit how many bridges and backbends she does at home until you can get her into a proper training. If her shoulders are not...

I'd say you have nothing to lose by getting another opinion. Go for it!

I agree with NutterButter above, I would take her for evaluation to a couple other places. At this age it shouldn't be about skills, it should be about strength, flexibility, focus, coachability. It doesn't make sense learning many skills in 45 minutes rec classes, she will probably have to...

Did you talk to them after the evaluation? Did they say why she did not make it? It's ok to ask questions. Don't be pushy or confrontational, but it's okay to ask what she is missing and what she needs to work on in order to make the preteam. If they can't give you a clear answer, it might be a...

So happy for the WAG team too! Especially for Joscelyn! Congratulations @GYM0M , she was great, how exciting for her and you!

Not sure about Simone, but Chuso will probably still be there even at 115. lol

Yes, lots of good programs in Mass. Not many that do Elite, but many that have a good college placement record. I would suggest looking into: MEGA (Mass Elite Gymnastics Academy) in Millis Elite Gymnastics Academy in Ashland If you really want Elite path, then I guess Brestyan's is your only...

It will certainly heal, but for her to go back to gymnastics she need to do a lot of PT. You need to find a good PT, knowledgeable in treating gymnasts. The injury like that doesn't happen without a reason. They need to find a reason and correct it, otherwise it will just happen again. Search...

I think that's the right decision! 7 year old level 2 is completely normal. She can always switch to Xcel if it proves to be too much for her, but switching from Xcel to JO later on might be tough. Good luck!