Summer is quickly approaching, which means it’s almost gymnastics camp season! Camps are a great way for gymnasts of all ages to strengthen their gymnastics skills, make new friends, and become more confident in a new environment. They’re a great learning experience, and they’re a lot of fun too!
It can be hard to decide which camp is best for your gymnast, though. We’ve done a little research and compiled a list of the
Every parent wants to capture those special moments throughout their child’s life. From their first steps to the first day of school, to playtime and sports; parents always have their cameras ready to catch a perfect moment. However, with children, capturing an action photo can be easier said than done, in most cases. If you use flash often, it may take more time to photograph your child if they squint or grimace as soon as they see the light. Whether you are a new photographer or have plenty of experience, here are some tips for photographing your child without flash.
Sometimes kids will just have too much energy and move before you can take a photo, especially if they are in sports. For sports with constant movement
Written by Olga Mueller
As summer approaches, many families start to look for activities that can keep kids active, engaged, and off the couch. If you’re the parent of a gymnast, you may also be looking for an activity that can serve a dual function - be fun and a benefit to gymnastics training.
So with that in mind, are dance classes a good summer option for gymnasts? The answer is YES - and here’s why:
Flexibility
Dance requires a lot of flexibility, so whether it’s ballet, hip-hop, jazz, or tap, there will be (or should be) a lot of flexibility training. Increased flexibility can help your gymnast become more graceful, and can help protect against injury.
Strength and Endurance
Did you know that in the 16th century, ballet
Say hello to Shelley! She's been with Snowflake Designs since 2009 and helps make sure your orders are getting to you. Ordering from Amazon, Etsy, or EBAY? You're probably ordering from Shelley!
What do you do at Snowflake Designs? I do customer order data entry, process shipping, and internet sales (Amazon, Etsy, and eBay).
How long have you worked here? I have worked at Snowflake 5 ½ years.
What's your favorite part of working at Snowflake? My favorite part of the job is being responsible for what I do. It allows me to set personal goals,
Written by Olga Mueller
Snowflake Designs was recently featured in The Clovis RoundUp, and the article spotlights the growth, quality, and spirit of Snowflake Designs - and we couldn't be more pleased! You can read the full article from the Clovis RoundUp online, but here's a quick highlight.
Where it All Began
LaDonna Snow, founder of Snowflake Designs, started the company 29 years ago when she started making leotards for her then 2-year-old daughter.
Moms would ask where she bought her daughter's leotards, and when they found out that LaDonna made them herself, the orders started coming in, and a business was born.
When the business first started, LaDonna sold her leotards from a rack in the back of her van. Parents would stop her to purchase
