Tumbling for Amateurs by James Tayloe Gwathmey

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Author Gwathmey, James Tayloe, 1862-1944
LoC No. 10020663
Title Tumbling for Amateurs
Series Title Spalding athletic library. Group 14, no. 289
Note Reading ease score: 76.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Summary "Tumbling for Amateurs" by James T. Gwathmey is a practical guide on gymnastics and tumbling exercises written in the early 20th century. The book focuses on teaching techniques for tumbling, emphasizing its benefits for body development and coordination. It serves as an educational resource for both teachers and students in public gymnasiums, showcasing a variety of tumbling skills that can be practiced safely without advanced apparatus. The opening of the book establishes a foundation for tumbling as an essential component of physical education, arguing for its incorporation into gym classes to foster enthusiasm and physical development. Gwathmey outlines the advantages of tumbling, such as its accessibility to a large number of participants, reduced injury risk, and the natural appeal it holds for young athletes. It sets the tone for a hands-on approach with clear, structured exercises ranging from basic rolls to advanced techniques, providing both illustrations and succinct instructions to facilitate learning and mastery of tumbling skills. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class GV: Geography, Anthropology, Recreation: Recreation, Leisure
Subject Acrobatics
Category Text
EBook-No. 62283
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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