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Sand Dollar Invitational Wrap-Up

This past weekend, Team ASI competed at the Sand Dollar Invitational, a USAG meet hosted in sunny Kissimmee, Florida!  The team consisted of Level 4’s, 5’s, and 6’s from ASI Allen, Arlington, Firewheel, Keller, Lake Highlands, and Cypress. The girls competed on Friday, January 20, and then enjoyed a great weekend in Florida! They were accompanied by ASI coaches Isis, Laureen, Anna, Alyssa, Candace, and Elizabeth. There were women Level’s 1-10 competing from all over the country! It was a long day of competition, as the ASI girls competed all day long on Friday, but they did so well and are now getting ready for their next competition.

Level 4

Level 5

Level 6

 

 

Isis, SI Team Director – “I thought it was such a great experience for the girls to compete as one team this year. It was such a great feeling to see the girls interact and support each other on the floor. The parents really united together as well and I think we had the loudest cheering section the whole weekend. Coming back from this meet I think it will create long lasting friendships between the girls that will carry over into our local meets. It was a really proud moment.”

Barnack, ASI Facilities Supervisor – “The energy was building as people made their way to the ESPN Wide World of Sports. Wow! Even though I’ve been there before something about that venue gave me goosebumps… I can only imagine how these kids felt at their age coming to a stage like this to compete in a sport that they love. The atmosphere in the auditorium was great. It was BIG. People were happy to be there to support their kids and excited about the competition going on in the various gyms. As I scanned the observation areas, bleachers, and floor looking for ASI people, I found some familiar faces. Faces that I see at ASI meets. I saw entire families of athletes represented by Arlington, Keller, Lake Highlands and Allen. I also saw some people from the Cypress gym but did not know them so I introduced myself…I just plopped down next to them and started a conversation. It was great. As I got to know them, it was clear to me that the love they have for their kids is “youuuge” as our new president would say. There were tons of memorable moments. I’d like to share two of them that stuck out. The first one was during the Level 5 competition. All the families had gathered on one side of the auditorium in the bleachers. They had made signs and were excited to cheer on their ASI gymnasts. Just before the Level 5’s competed on bars, we were talking and watching the girls warm up…to be frank, they did not look good during warm-ups. And not just one or two of them, but the whole group. You could see the disappointment on their faces. They were not happy. When the first gymnast saluted the judges and approached the bar, the anxiety was high. With each completed skill she seemed to get stronger and stronger and stronger… Then, the dismount… Stuck Landing!! What?? Are you kidding me right now!!  The audience erupted with applause …AWESOMENESS!!! The energy at that moment was incredible and it must have affected the rest of the Team because every one of them killed it!  It was a great moment and it helped propel them to 1st, 2nd, & 3rd in the All-Around.”

“The second thing that stuck in my head for this weekend’s competition was also an incredible thing to witness. I was given an opportunity to take pictures, which I love to do. As I struggled to figure out how to get the best angle to capture just the right moment, I settled into a spot in front of beam. The team from ASI Arlington was warming up. They were paired up with another group of athletes from Missouri. As each gymnast performed their routine, you could hear the typical “come on, you got this” and “let’s go” from gymnasts supporting their teammates throughout the gym. But something was different. I couldn’t put my finger on it because I had one eye in the camera and the other was closed while I tried to get as many good shots as possible. Then I heard it again…”Come on Alina”….I paused, looking at the other Arlington gymnasts hoping to catch where the encouragement was coming from. Nothing. Back to getting more action shots. Then it happened again. “You got this Abby” …then again; “Come on Abby.” I didn’t give it much more thought but when Hailey stood there waiting for the judge to salute, I heard “Let’s go Hailey, you got this girl.” But this time, I wasn’t taking a picture, and I heard where it was coming from. A team from Springfield, Missouri – Ozark Mountain Gymnastics. It gave me goose bumps. At the awards presentation, I caught up with their coach and told her that I saw what her kids were doing on the floor! She was a bit defensive and said, “Oh really? What were they doing?” I said that I heard them cheering on our girls while they were competing at beam. She was relieved and said that they try to teach their athletes about cheering others on and being good sports. So when I saw the ASI team and told them that it was their competitors that were encouraging them and what a great quality that was in an athlete, they said how cool that was. When the Ozark Mountain Team came into the awards arena, the ASI Team girls gave them a big group hug and thanked them for encouraging them. A couple of the moms were behind Coach Rebecca when I told her about this awesome show of sportsmanship and they could not contain their emotions. I was impressed to say the least. And when the ASI girls asked why the other team did that, I said because that’s what good sports do.”
Laureen, Level 3-6 Team Coach – “It was exciting for those girls who went to the Sand Dollar Classic last year because they really wanted to improve their performance from what they did the previous year. Florida judges judge more strictly than Texas judges, and that was a hard adjustment last year. The girls were much better prepared this year and it showed both in the ones who had been there before, and for those going for the first time. It was exciting to hear about all the awards the girls received and to see their excitement when they hit their routine. I agree with Isis, that competing as one team helped the girls feel more supported and confident in their performance.”

Overall, this was a meet all about team work and perseverance. There are new friendships formed and new motivation moving forward into competition season. Congratulations to all of the athletes who competed, and we can’t wait to support you at the next one!

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By Sarah Stewart • January 24, 2017 •

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ASI Gymnastics Sponsors Focus On Teens Event

 

ASI Gymnastics is a Gold Sponsor for an event this Saturday in Fort Worth, Texas, hosted by Rangers radio broadcaster Eric Nadel, benefiting homeless teens in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. ASI CEO, David Holley, is on the board for Dallas based Focus On Teens, a non-profit that not only helps homeless teenagers find housing, but also works with them through educational programs. Holley and Nadel have partnered together in the past for Nadel’s annual birthday bash, benefiting Focus On Teens.

In the past five years, Eric Nadel has raised thousands of dollars for homeless teens through his many events, his most popular being his annual birthday bash/ fundraiser at the Kessler Theater in Dallas. Focus On Teens is now venturing into Fort Worth, hoping to expand even more, hence the reason the event this Saturday in Fort Worth.

The event this Saturday is in Fort Worth, Texas at Shipping and Receiving, 201 S. Calhoun. The doors will open at 6pm CT, and there will be silent auctions featuring autographed sports memorabilia, apparel and accessories, and more. Sponsorship packages are available ranging from $1,000 to $10,000, including VIP access, signed baseballs by the Rangers and Nadel, goody bags, preferred seating, valet parking, and more. For more information and to get your tickets, visit the event page HERE!

 

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By Sarah Stewart • •

In The Gym

I Didn’t Know ASI Offered That?

ASI Gymnastics has a large focus on girls and boys gymnastics, the preschool program, and power tumbling, but do you know everything that ASI offers? There may be some things you didn’t know about!

5 Things You Didn’t Know ASI Offered

  1. Parties: If you didn’t already know, ASI offers parties! Does your athlete have a birthday coming soon and need a place to throw an awesome birthday party? ASI has you covered! Need somewhere to host an end of the year party? ASI can do that! Does your Girl Scout troop need a cookie kick-off party for cookie season? Come to ASI! You can throw any kind of party you want here at ASI. You have three time-slot options ranging from an hour and a half to 2 and a half hours. Bring your food, cake, and decorations, and we take care of the rest! Check out pricing info and more on ASI website!
  2. Gymmie Kid Classes: You may not know it, but ASI offers classes for children and young adults with special needs! Gymmie Kids is a gymnastics program tailored to each exceptional child’s particular needs. It is goal directed towards gaining strength, improving gross motor skills, and increasing confidence while learning gymnastics skills at the same time. You can view pricing and class options HERE!
  3. Spirit Nights: Spirit Nights are a great fundraising opportunity for schools or other organizations looking to raise money. It is an open gym event where the kiddos enjoy a fitness filled night of fun. Your school raises $3 per child in attendance from your school. They are held during Open Gyms on Friday nights from 7-10pm. To request a spirit night CLICK HERE, or visit the website for more information!
  4. Field Trips: If you’re looking for a fun and high-energy field trip, come to ASI for an hour and a half of learning and playtime! Our staff will oversee activities at the pit, rope swing, trampolines, and lead fun, physical games for the whole group. This trip is guaranteed to keep kids busy and moving for the entire 90-minutes! Learn more HERE!
  5. Gymnastics After School: Gymnastics After Sschool is an after school program where kids can have fun learning gymnastics, stay active after school, and even complete their homework! Members may attend as few as one day per week or every weekday. The Gymnastics After School program is offered to elementary-aged students at select ASI locations. You can learn more about the different after school options HERE!

Make sure to check it all out at ASIGymnastics.com! Hope to see you soon!

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By Sarah Stewart • January 23, 2017 •

In The Gym

Spirit Night at ASI Gymnastics!

Need a fund-raising idea for your school or organization?

How about ASI Gymnastics?!

ASI Gymnastics offers Spirit Nights for schools and organizations that are looking for a place to hold a fundraiser. For student pricing information visit the Spirit Night Information page on the ASI website!

Who: Your school or organization

What: Spirit Night

When: During Open Gym on Friday nights from 7-10pm

Where: All ASI locations

Why: To raise money for your school or organization

How: You can request a Spirit Night for your group by filling out the Request Form.

 

A Spirit Night at ASI is a great fundraising opportunity for schools or other organizations looking to raise money. It is an open gym event where the kiddos enjoy a fitness filled night of fun. The kids will get to play until they can’t play anymore, while you raise money!

You will raise $3 per child in attendance that is from your group. Online, there will be a separate Open Gym class for your group members to enroll in that is exclusive to your school or organization. We encourage all kids attending to pre-register online before the Spirit Night event. Further information will be provided once your request is approved.

If you have any further questions or concerns please contact spiritnights@nullasigymnastics.com

 

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By Sarah Stewart • January 19, 2017 •

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Don’t Forget: Preschool Open House Friday!

Don’t forget! Preschool Open House is this Friday from 10-11:30am and its FREE for everyone!

Who: You and your child. Children ages 12 months-5 years old

What: Preschool Open House

When: Friday, January 20, 10-11:30am

Where: ALL ASI locations

Why: This is an opportunity to come to the gym and have some fun on the equipment, introduce your child to some ASI coaches, and get a feel for the gym before scheduling your FREE TRIAL and enrolling in classes!

How: Pre-register HERE to reserve your spot! Spots filling up quick!

We have Event-Day-Only specials running at Preschool Open House. Don’t miss out!

Specials:

  1. First 25 children to enroll in a class receive an ASI snack cup and will be entered to win a $500 ASI Gift Certificate!
  2. Bring a friend to Open House and receive a $30 credit if they sign up for a class!
  3. $30 Off Tuition and Free Enrollment the day of the event!

 

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By Sarah Stewart • January 18, 2017 •

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