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I took a six week class (once a week)for cheer/tumbling. I got a flip flop with a spotter. My coach says that I'm ready to go into a flip flop from a roundoff. I've tried, but I get scared doing it alone. Is there any way to get over my fear and get a flipflop w/o a spotter?
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Have you already done a standing backhandspring without a spotter?
Nope. what can i do to get it?
I don't think you will like my answer, but you need to continue to work on your standing backhandspring with a spotter until YOU decide that you are comfortable attempting one alone. Personally, I recommend my athletes to have a standing backhandspring alone before they attempt a round-off backhandspring. Good luck and let me know if you need further assistance!
Jessica
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Jessica Bugg
Expertise
I can help with any questions relating to tumbling (beginner through advanced), choreography, fundraising, coaching questions, routines, stunting, transitions, and anything in between.
Experience
I cheered for 13 years and have experience coaching recreation league cheer squads, all-star teams, middle school and high school teams. I currently teach tumbling at a gymnastics facility and have previously directed an all-star program.
Organizations
I belong to the Kentucky Association of Pep Organization Sponsors as a certified routine judge, USA Gymnastics Professional Member, American Assocation of Cheerleading Coaches and Advisors, and the United States All Star Federation.
Education/Credentials
I am currently finishing my Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education at Eastern Kentucky University.
Awards and Honors
Five former students have gone at to receive cheerleading scholarships at the following schools: University of Florida, Western Kentucky University, Northern Kentucky University, and Centre College.
I also have choreographed many state championship squad routines both for school teams and all star teams as well as stunt group routines.
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