The Arthur L. Johnson Gymnastic Team visited Clark Preschool for a brief presentation in the gymnasium. During the fall 2015 season, the Gymnastic Team had an outstanding year finishing 4th in the Union County Tournament and as a team qualified for the State Sectionals. Individually, Gina Ferdinandi qualified for the State Sectionals in all four events and in the All- Around Event.
The team’s presentation coincided with the Phys. Ed. unit this month, “Introduction to Gymnastics.” Throughout the month, Ashley Tenpenny, the PE teacher, incorporated warm-up, stretching, tumbling, jumping, and balance to strengthen legs improve cardiovascular endurance and balance. Children benefit from an active lifestyle and participating in sports. Taking part in any exercise activities significantly reduces the risk of obesity, heart disease and diabetes in adulthood. Organized sports provide a chance for children to increase their activity and develop socially and physically. Gymnastics is one of the most comprehensive lifestyle programs available to children incorporating strength, flexibility, speed, balance, coordination, power and discipline. Participation in gymnastics helps children become physically active and stay fit and healthy.
The AlJ gymnastic team and Head Coach Brianna Ferdinandi, demonstrated gymnastic movements on the mats, including; hand stand walk, cartwheels, front walk overs, round offs, round off backhand spring back tucks, and back walkovers. The children were intrigued with the gymnast movements and applauded their performance.
Special thanks to Brianna Ferdinandi and Ashley Tenpenny who organized, set and cleaned up the special event.
(above l-r) The Arthur L. Johnson Gymnastic Team Ashley Tenpenny, Lindsey Becker, Lauren DeMille, Gina Ferdinandi, Angela Pieros, Brianna Ferdinandi.
