Book Description
Today's gymnasts and cheerleaders are extremely competitive and are expected to perform some of the most complex and strenuous tumbling and gymnastic combinations in the field. This level of training and expertise is finding its way into amateur ranks, including high schools and community leagues. As cheerleading quickly develops as a sport, the art of tumbling is becoming an integral part of it. Building a first rate team of athletes takes discipline, dedication, and hard work on the part of the coach as well as each member. In "A Guide to Beginner Tumbling," author and tumbling coach Mike Ferralli outlines the essential elements in developing skilled and healthy athletes. Concentrating on drills that teach body control, body awareness, and tumbling techniques, this clear and well-illustrated guide also includes safety, nutritional, and conditioning guidelines. Step-by-step instructions, detailed descriptions, and excellent photos showing correct and incorrect form and positioning make "A Guide to Beginner Tumbling" a valuable working handbook for any coach or squad leader. "A Guide to Beginner Tumbling" is currently being used by the North Carolina State University Physical Education department as the manual for gymnastics classes.

About the Author
A Pennsylvania native, Mike Ferralli is one of the best upcoming coaches in the country. He has worked with some of the finest coaches and gymnasts in the world, including many Olympic and World champions. Ferralli earned a degree in Mechanical Engineering from North Carolina State University and is currently an Assistant Coach for the North Carolina State Gymnastics Team. He also works at Woodward Gymnastics Camp in Pennsylvania and is the owner and President of U.S. Tumblers, Inc.

FROM THE PUBLISHER

Building a first rate team of athletes takes discipline, dedication, and hard work on the part of the coach as well as each member. Today's competitive gymnasts and cheerleading squads are expected to perform some of the most complex and strenuous tumbling and gymnastic combinations in the field. Concentrating on drills that teach body control, body awareness, and tumbling techniques, author and tumbling coach Mike Ferralli has written an informative manual that outlines the essential elements necessary in developing skilled and healthy athletes. This well-illustrated guide is filled with step-by-step instructions, detailed descriptions, and excellent photos showing correct and incorrect form and positioning, as well as safety, nutritional, and conditioning information.

Perfect for beginning squads, schools, community leagues, and those who have limited space or equipment, A Guide to Beginner Tumbling emphasizes the importance of motivation and promoting a winning attitude to the overall success of a team.

A Guide to Beginner Tumbling is currently being used by the North Carolina State University Physical Education department as the manual for gymnastics classes.