For the Love of the SPORT!

In a world where collegiate gymnastics opportunities are dwindling, the NAIGC is rekindling the flame by offering an all inclusive environment that caters to everyone from the most experienced gymnasts to those who are just now beginning the sport! The NAIGC (National Association of Intercollegiate Gymnastics Clubs), is the flourishing collegiate club gymnastics division that has now grown to have over 1,700 members from 150 different schools and even offers a scholarship program. If you have ever met a member of their board of directors or attended one of their Nationals you will see that they embody their motto "for the love of the sport!"

Their annual NAIGC Nationals was held in Daytona Beach, FL on April 11-13 and featured over 1,500 athletes competing. Female athletes had the option to compete with USAG level 7, 8, 9 or developmental rules and males have the options of level 9, modified NCAA and a developmental rules.

There were many outstanding performances that highlighted the nationals event, including the NAIGC successfully breaking a Guinness Book World Record!! Groups of athletes practiced the formal count necessary to perform the simultaneous feat prior to arriving at Nationals. Just before the Final Competition was about to begin, 435 athletes gathered around the arena for the Most Simultaneous Back Tucks Record, shattering the former record of 250.

The NAIGC is proud of their Scholarship Program that annually awards two male and two female athletes with a $1,500 scholarship. Winners are selected based on their level of involvement with gymnastics, their competitive success and financial need. Any graduating high school senior who is planning to join an active NAIGC team is welcome to apply. Applications are due by July 1st. Email [email protected] for more info.

For more info on the NAIGC, visit NAIGC.org, follow them on social media @naigcgymnastics or email [email protected]!