JSC-JOC-NF Collaboration Project: Gymnastics Camp for Venezuela to Utilize Japan High Performance Center
Since April of last year, one gymnast from Venezuela has been studying abroad at Tokai University by the support of the IOC. She has been practicing for the Olympics for a year with the cooperation of Japan and Venezuela.
This invitation was planned to share the achievements, future prospects and knowledge. While Venezuela is also training in various countries, we were able to hold a national camp in Japan.
Training Sessions: 9:00-11:30 am, 2:30-5:30 pm
Morning:
Stretching and warming up with due consideration to individual gymnasts techniques (30 minutes), tumbling trampoline (30 min), mastering basic skills on vault, balance beam, and floor exercise (90 minutes)
Afternoon:
Warm-up (30 min), basic training for gymnasts (30 minutes), mastering skills on vault, uneven bars, balance beam, and floor exercise (110 minutes/3 or 4 apparatus selected each day), cool-down (10 min)
Notes:
-Participants learned how to develop their skills according to the sports characteristics (specificities) of gymnastics, to improve flexibility, learn basic techniques using a trampoline, and follow instruction of the latest spin techniques.
-A lecture on the importance of flexibility, which is especially necessary for gymnasts.
-Advice and Guidance were provided in regards to new and old techniques that have been employed until now.
-Providing advice on run-through practice ahead of time for future international competitions.
See below for the Japanese version.
https://www.sport4tomorrow.jpnsport.go.jp/jp/20191024-2/
Feedback from Participant :
Due to national circumstances, the players are practicing in Venezuela, the United States, Japan and so on. We are grateful that the players were invited to gather in Japan and train together in a safe environment. The players were also pleased to be able to practice professionally. The facilities are excellent, and I realized once again how important it is to concentrate on training, sleep patterns and nutrition.
We were also able to learn about Japanese culture by visiting Tokai University and the NHK Cup. Watching the games of the top players increased the players enthusiasm for this year's world championships and next year's Olympics. I would like to thank you again for inviting us to your facility.
- Time Period
- 11th to 21th May 2019
- Region
- Tokyo, JAPAN
- Sport/Programme Category
- Gymnastics
- Implementer
- Japan Sport Council
Japanese Olympic Committee
Japan Gymnastics Association - Recipient Organisation
- FEDERACION VENEZOLANA DE GIMNASIA
- Number of Individual Beneficiaries
- 4 people
(Head of FEDERACION VENEZOLANA DE GIMNASIA, Coach, 2 female gymnasts)