“Steve is growing the reach and caliber of the events he’s organizing in Greater Akron,” he says. Jim Mahon, VP of marketing and brand management for the Akron/Summit CVB and Sports Alliance of Greater Akron, credits Steve Glenn of Perfect Balance Athletics with creating the lion’s share of momentum for gymnastics events in Akron. In general, the wish list includes a modern, multi-purpose facility located close to family entertainment, availability of a variety of lodging options and proximity to national or regional airports as well as safe downtown walking areas with shopping and restaurants. And with six disciplines: women’s gymnastics, men’s gymnastics, trampoline and tumbling, rhythmic gymnastics, acrobatic gymnastics and Gymnastics For All), and approximately 4,000 nationally sanctioned events each year, it’s essential to find the right cities and the right venues. With regional events that can attract hundreds of participants and thousands of attendees, organizers are looking for certainty that the locations they choose have the infrastructure and commitment to support events and an appeal for participants and their families. Go Anywhere.” While the slogan is inspiring for gymnasts, the truth is event owners know there’s both an art and a science to finding locations for competitions in their sport. Aspen Photo / The motto of USA Gymnastics, the sport’s national governing body, is “Begin Here.
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