Coaches attend the Gymnastics for All Educational Weekend in Estonia

Tallinn, Estonia - From the 3rd to the 7th of September, the European Gymnastics' Gymnastics for All Technical Committee, in partnership with the Estonian Gymnastics Federation, hosted the 4th Gymnastics for All Educational Long Weekend. This 3 day event brought together over 33 participants from 11 federations across Europe. Experts covered an array of topics from Adult & Elderly gymnastics, large group choreography and choreography for golden age gymnasts.

Gymnastics Ireland were proud to support the attendance of 5 coaches to this event. They will bring their new knowledge back to their clubs as well as support the continuous development of Gymnastics for All in Ireland.

Angela Griffin, Participation Manager said “Congratulations to European Gymnastics' Gymnastics for All Technical Committee and the Estonian Gymnastics Federation on such a successful educational programme. Giving coaches the opportunity to continue their journey in Gymnastics for All education is essential for the development and growth of Gymnastics for All and our life long engagement in gymnastics. Huge congratulations and well done to all the Irish coaches who went above and beyond representing Gymnastics Ireland, and the Irish Gymnastics for All community. Can’t wait to see their new learning put to use!”

Emma Finnegan from Rotate Gymnastics Academy said “This was such a huge honour to be given the opportunity to participate in a weekend like this. Having the opportunity to meet and network with other fantastic coaches from around Europe is invaluable. The fun, friendships and connections made over the weekend has really inspired me.”

Gymnastics Ireland attendees:

• Angela Griffin, GI Participation Manager
• Kevin Ferguson, CGC
• Alison Hawkins, CGC
• Emma Finnegan, Rotate Gymnastics Academy
• Sara Loughrey, Arklow Gymnastics Club
• Emmalei Murphy, Citadel Gymnastics Club

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