Recent content by RissaRoo

Thanks for all the suggestions, everyone! It's looking like the gym owner only has interest in an open gym format, and I'm not sure how on-board he is with spotting. This makes it difficult because most of the interest has come from parents who never actually did gymnastics before, and want to...

Groupons I would hold off on the Groupons, as they take a substantial share of the income (close to 50%). It also attracted a negative element of young parents "just trying" gymnastics who were appalled by registration and tuition costs once their Groupon session was over. Very few of those...

Hey everybody, I'm a secretary for a small recreational gym, and interest is mounting for an adult class. Just trying to brainstorm some ideas for the best format for it. Since the ability levels will be pretty varied, I'd guess open gym would be the easiest. But maybe some structured group...

Wonder if they're playing Shawn Johnson's Wii game!

I hate to say it, but WalMart has some really nice quality workout wear right now. They have a line of Danskin workout wear that's well worth the price. (Cotton/Lycra v-neck tees $5... pant/jacket sets for about $30) I try not to shop at WalMart, but ended up looking there for some last-minute...

Practically a newbie I consider myself in the same boat, because, though I was on a gymnastics team in high school, I wasn't... "good". Now eight years (and about 25 pounds) have gone by and I'm pretty sure I'll be starting back at square one. A little about myself: I did high school...

Looking the part Having a "great body" for gymnastics isn't enough to be successful. Sure, being naturally small or having lean muscles will help, but those things just won't make you great. It's all about having a true drive and a great relationship with your coach. I had a "perfect gymnast...