NWGYMNASTICS

Banzai's flares on the 'shroom in slo-mo

2009-05-21T22:46:00.000-07:00

I competed flares once in high school (and not well--thus the "once") but never really understood them. Now that I'm trying to coach them I actually understand what's going on!

2009-04-21T20:07:00.000-07:00

Congratulations Niles West!!!

Boys defeated GBS for the first time in close to 20 years! (My history may be a little weak)

In any case, a 138 win over 132. It's a wonderful thing.

Lets keep up the good work, and finally hit that ever so longed for 140!

Troop

2009-02-18T09:27:00.001-08:00

The boys season has begun, and we are looking strong.

Hopefully we will start getting a few videos up an running for everyone.

For now, congrats to our girl's team. Best season in almost 3 decades, and 2 state qualifiers. Not a bad run.

Lets keep up the good work everyone!!

Troop

Reviewing vimeo videos frame-by-frame

2009-01-01T16:42:00.000-08:00

Banzai here. I find it immensely useful to be able to go back and forth frame-by-frame when analyzing tricks. But these instructions require a certain degree of tech-savvy. Not for the weak-hearted.

On a PC:

Download VirtualDubMod
http://sourceforge.net/project/showfiles.php?group_id=65889&package_id=63653

(you might also need AviSynth 2.5.x)

On vimeo scroll to the bottom right of each vid and select "Download Quicktime version". You'll get an MP4 file.

Open VirtualDubMod.

File->Open Video File

Change the "Files of type" filter to "All types (*.*)"

Set "Use AviSynth template" to "DirectShowSource"

Select MP4 file.

If it doesn't open, your computer is missing an MP4 decoder. I'd recommend the CoreAVC codec. The basic version is $7. The pro version is something like $15. I bought the pro version.

Once it's open you'll be able to use the arrow keys to step frame-by-frame forward or backwards through each MP4 file (and any other AVI or MPG--if your computer can play it via Windows Media Player, you can step through it in VirtualDub. Unfortunately WMV and ASF is not supported).

VirtualDubMod will drop an AVS file in the same dir. If you want to view the file again, you can just drag the AVS into VirtualDubMod.

Practice videos: Dec 29th

2009-01-01T16:41:00.000-08:00

Practice videos: Dec 20th

2009-01-01T16:38:00.000-08:00

Diamidov and Geinger

2008-10-14T20:49:00.000-07:00

Well folks.. a quick update -

We have plenty of video incoming, so Im going to try to update as often as possible. Here are two of the highlights from this week, and there are more to point out for observation. If you havent been posted yet - dont fret! Im working on getting everyone.

Remeber - no names on comments please. To reference someone, say the skill name and the number they are in order if relevant. As always, constructive criticism, or your post will be deleted.

Enjoy!!

Troop

First Video Post

2008-09-29T19:53:00.001-07:00

Alright!!
So... we got a few good clips, and I compiled them.. and it turned out to be HUGE!!

So.. lets see how this post works. If it's too big, then Ill have to make it one clip a time, or make multiple videos. We'll see.

So, some basic ground rules: One, obviously some of the gymnasts are just learning these skills - some look better than others. Any negative comments (or perceived negative comments) will be promptly deleted. Run on the rule - if you have nothing nice to say, say nothing at all.

Second, feel free to give tips and observations. Keep them helpful and in good spirit. This is supposed to be an archive of our development as a team, and as individuals. Lets keep it that way.

Third, you should feel free to comment on the video itself in terms of FORMAT. If you would like to see it some other way, have any ideas, etc.. share. Im open. Im new to this too! However, remember that the focus should be primarily on the gymnasts involved and the skills.

Also, please no "shout outs" or use of names if possible. If you want to comment on a person or skill, assume their name is the skill's name.

So.. without further ado...

Welcome

2008-09-23T18:42:00.000-07:00

So this if the first post, just to test it all out. Soon, I will try to add video and pictures, and keep a running update of the success of our gym.

Fun fun,

Ryan