Safety and Risk Management Services
for
Gymnastics Professionals
I am Michael Taylor.
With gymnastics experience since 1968 as a competitor, coach, judge, club
owner, director, recreational athlete and administrator, I am recently retired as the
Recreation and Facilities Director and Risk Manager for the City of Saratoga,
CA. I have been a National Safety Instructor for USA Gymnastics (USAG), the
official Olympic and National governing body for the sport of Gymnastics, since
1992. I also serve USAG as a member of the National Safety / Risk Management
Review Board and the National PreSchool Advisory Committee. I am a USAG
National Instructor and Professional Development Certification Programs
Instructor. I have presented seminars at the annual USAG National and Regional
Congress. I am the author of five gymnastics books: "Best Practices for
Gymnastics Professionals - Policies and Procedures that WORK",
"Best
Practices of First Aid for Gymnastics," "Best Practices for Starting
a Gymnastics Business," "Gymnastics Operations 24/7," and "Aspire for Better
- Best Practices for Gymnastics Risk Management."
I am Chair Emeritus of the United States Elite Coaches Association (USECA) and
have published featured monthly articles in the USECA Newsletter. I am a
regular clinician / presenter at the USAG Region 1 Congress and have presented
workshops and seminars at the California Parks and Recreation Society Bay Area
Institute. I have published articles in USAG Technique Magazine and
in
USA Gymnast Magazine and USECA Journal.
I am CPR / First Aid / Sport Safety Certifier for the Medic - Health and Safety Institute . I am
a charter Coaching Principles Course Instructor for the American Sport
Education Program since 1981 and am an Instructor for the Stanford University
based Positive Coaching Alliance. I am a nationally certified Youth Sports
Administrator for the National Alliance of Youth Sports. I am also a Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) instructor for FEMA. With degrees in Public
Administration and Risk Management, I have the knowledge and experience to help
you or your organization.
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Coaches Training and Education If you've
been looking for a convenient but complete way to educate, certify, and train
your staff - gym.net is the one-stop answer. From USA Gymnastics Safety
Certification Courses to CPR / First Aid training and
American Sport Education Programs, clinics, and workshops, everything you need to develop the most
prepared and well trained staff of coaches possible is right here. All
classes and training can be scheduled to accommodate your calendar! Consider
planning a single weekend of in-service training or a calendar of workshops
on selected topics and gym.net will arrange for all of the required
materials, organize, and then conduct the event. What are you waiting for? Do
not be satisfied with gymnastics amateurism; elevate yourself, your program,
and your staff to gymnastics professionalism. |
Consultation With over 40 years in the
gymnastics business, gym.net is your very own advice specialist. We have
consulted with individuals across the country. Our services are based on your
needs and include complete consultation and reporting. We have designed and
prepared facility layouts as well as prepared program curriculum for all
types of gymnastics centers. gym.net can handle demographic investigation and
market analysis as well as internal program and staffing appraisals. We
direct you to more effective promotion of your business and increased
efficiency in operations. Our unbiased recommendations are based on our
detailed evaluation as we strive to meet your expectations so you may grow your
business. References are available upon request but some of our clients
include private gyms, community recreation programs, and "specialty
gyms." If you are not happy with your business but aren't quite sure
where turn for help... contact gym.net for a complete consultation!
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Expert Testimony A recognized expert in
the gymnastics industry, Michael Taylor is available to provide expert
opinion on employment issues, injury litigation, standard of care, and other
legal concerns. Professional reports prepared and submitted in a timely
manner. References available upon
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