Athlete Demonstrators for 2012 National Congress

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Fabricio Breeze Olsson

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May 4, 2012, 11:32:31 AM5/4/12
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Hello Again Penny,
 
Thanks again for sending out my original message about athlete demonstrators for National Congress. Now that seasons is wrapping up, I’d appreciate it if you could resend it out to NorCal clubs again. Below is the message to forward to clubs/coaches. Michelle, a blast out to all boys clubs would be helpful also.
 
We’re just under halfway to the total number of athletes needed. More optional level and higher level compulsories girls are the biggest need.
I appreciate your assistance supporting the National Congress event!
 
Thanks & Regards,
 
Christopher Brown
 
 
Hello NorCal Clubs & Coaches,
 
I hope you’ve all had successful seasons as we head into an exciting Olympic summer.
Thanks to the clubs who have gotten athlete demonstrators signed up for the National Congress in San Jose. The event is now only 8 weeks away and we need more club support from around Northern California!
 
If you know about the event but have not had a chance to solicit athlete volunteers from your club, visit http://csc.ivolunteer.com/demonstrators_nationalcongress2012 to get signed up.
Share the link with your parents and team staffs. If you are just now hearing about it, my original communication is below with all the details.
I’m your local contact between now and June 28th. Let me know if you have questions, or would like any assistance or support in getting involved.
 
Thanks again for helping USA Gymnastics & NorCal host would should be a very successful Olympic Trials and National Congress.
 
Regards,
 
Christopher Brown
Local Volunteer Athlete Coordinator
 
 
Hello NorCal Clubs/Coaches,
 
My name is Christopher Brown and I am serving as the local volunteer coordinator for athlete demonstrators at the USA Gymnastics National Congress, taking place June 28-July 1 at the San Jose Convention Center.
 
USA Gymnastics has requested the support of nearly 200 competitive level girls & boys to serve as volunteer skill demonstrators for Congress presentations and "spotting subjects" for coaches certifications and hands on trainings. I’ve decided to utilize a web-based sign-up process, which I hope (1) encourages clubs to get involved, and (2) allows you to choose your level of participation. It will allow me to track progress and email updates to volunteers between now and the event.
 
If your club would like to participate, share the “ivolunteer” link below as part of promoting involvement with your team(s). You can ask your athletes to register themselves if you want (as appropriate for their level and availability), and make them responsible for their own transportation, drop off, and pick up. Or, your club may prefer to limit your athletes’ participation to only certain levels, days, or time slots. Technically, you or one of your coaches can even sign-up your athletes on their behalf, and also designate a single point of contact within your club. The choice is yours. I am happy to assist if you would like guidance.
To see the available volunteer slots and to sign-up, visit http://csc.ivolunteer.com/demonstrators_nationalcongress2012. Read the directions, and pay attention to the levels and requirements requested. (Coaches, you know that presenters at Congress typically prefer athletes who have mastered the skill level(s) being demonstrated. Use the tabs at the top to see the current openings each day of Congress. Upon sign-up, an email confirmation will be sent. At a later date there will be follow up information with more details about attire, etc.
A few additional thoughts:
*Slots are open on a first come, first served basis. There are a limited amount of slots and ultimately a small percentage of NorCal gymnasts can participate. It’s possible (likely?) that USA Gymnastics will make at least minor changes to presenters, skill levels required, and the number of demonstrators requested. So, additional spots may open up, AND it’s possible that volunteers will end up NOT being needed for certain sessions.
*Sign-ups can “un-volunteer” themselves through this same link.
*Parents who contact me with questions will be referred directly back to their coach(s), unless it’s regarding basic information about event location, parking, etc.
*Coaches are NOT required to attend sessions with their athletes.
*Xcel athletes may participate as long as they meet (or preferably, exceed) the skill requirements requested.
*Privacy note: the contact information requested when signing up will ONLY be used to organize and communicate updates about this event, and to allow the Congress On-site Coordinator – Jill Jarrett – the ability to reach volunteers on event day, if needed.
*There will be follow up emails with details and reminders as the event nears.
 
I’m your local contact between now and June 28th. Let me know if you have questions, or would like any assistance or support in getting involved.
Remember too that your club families can volunteer in support of the Olympic Trials in San Jose.
 
Thanks for your support! Go USA.
 
Regards,
 
Christopher Brown
Director – Operations & Marketing
California Sports Center
 
 



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