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Most Requested Presentations & Lectures
Based on Nicole's most requested Congress topics, these professionally produced presentations are designed specifically for online learning, combining expert instruction, video examples, and practical takeaways.
New Artistry Expectations: Webinar Recording
Are you confident you understand the latest artistry expectations—and how they impact scoring?
Whether you're a judge preparing for the upcoming season, a coach striving to maximize your athletes' scores, or a choreographer looking to create routines that meet today's expectations, this webinar will give you practical, real-world insight you can apply immediately.
In this recorded webinar, Olympic choreographer, international clinician, and NAWGJ judge Nicole Langevin breaks down the new artistry expectations in a clear, engaging, and easy-to-understand format.
You'll learn:
✔️ The intent behind the new artistry expectations
✔️ Common misconceptions and areas of confusion
✔️ Where deductions are hiding
✔️ What judges are looking for—and how coaches can use that knowledge to build stronger routines
✔️ Practical examples and real-world application
✔️ Answers to questions from the live webinar
This isn't just a review of the rules—it's an opportunity to better understand how artistry is evaluated so you can approach the season with greater confidence.
Perfect for:
Judges
Coaches
Choreographers
Gym owners
Anyone who wants a deeper understanding of the new artistry expectations
Format: Recorded Webinar
Length: Approximately 1 hour
Access: Stream anytime at your convenience after purchase.
Compulsory Uneven Bars Problem Solvers
Stop wondering where all those little deductions are coming from on bars!
This practical webinar combines coaching strategies with a judge's perspective to help you identify, understand, and eliminate the most common compulsory Uneven Bars deductions before they show up at competitions. PLUS, get coaching tips on how to FIX the problems!
Whether you're coaching Levels 2–5 or looking to create cleaner, better-scoring routines, you'll walk away with practical corrections you can apply in the gym immediately.
You'll Learn:
The most common deductions judges see at each compulsory level
Cast deductions and how to coach stronger body shapes
Glide swing corrections for Levels 2–5
Improving kip + cast connections for fewer execution deductions
How to eliminate unnecessary elbow bends
Front hip circle corrections that improve technique and rhythm
Squat-on and jump-to-high-bar deductions (and how to prevent them)
Underwing deductions and teaching strategies
Tap swing technique and common execution errors
Clear hip deductions and drills for cleaner execution
Dismount details judges notice most
Practical coaching corrections that lead to higher scores
Includes:
Immediate digital access
On-demand webinar recording
Practical coaching strategies you can implement immediately
Judge's insight into the deductions that matter most
Easy-to-apply corrections for cleaner compulsory routines
Educational resource for coaches of Levels 2–5
Approx length: 60 minutes
Learn:
Principles of efficient front flipping mechanics
How to teach and connect front saltos more successfully
The science behind back twisting and why athletes struggle with it
How to simplify back 1.5 to front salto connections
Progressions for connecting front fulls to front saltos
Common technical errors that interrupt connections and bonus potential
How to create cleaner, more efficient combo passes
Ways to improve athlete understanding, timing, and confidence in connected saltos
Developmental concepts that support long-term optional floor success
Approximate Video Length: 35 minutes
Learn:
How to build optional beam dismounts correctly from the very beginning
Reduce common execution deductions that typically cost up to 1.2 in deductions
Improve amplitude, dynamics, body position, and landing quality
Understand what judges are specifically evaluating on optional beam dismounts
Create a developmental pathway from early optional dismounts like cartwheel + back tuck to advanced skills like round-off + double backs
Avoid common technical mistakes that limit future difficulty and consistency
Build more confident, powerful, and competition-ready beam dismounts
Approximate Video Length: 40 min.
Stop feeling overwhelmed by the endless to-do list at practice!
Learn how to structure your entire training year with greater purpose, clarity, and confidence so your athletes can progress consistently, compete successfully ALL season long, and peak at exactly the right time.
You’ll Learn:
How to structure an entire year of training intentionally
How to create training phases that build toward peak performance
Ways to reduce overwhelm and create more organized practices
How to break annual goals down into manageable daily assignments
Meet-by-meet progression strategies
How to prioritize the right things at the right time of year
Systems for creating more consistency across your staff and athletes
How to improve athlete progress without feeling scattered at practice
Practical ways to structure weekly focuses and assignments
How to coach with more clarity, efficiency, and confidence
Includes:
Immediate digital access
Supplemental downloadable PDFs and planning resources
Tools for creating detailed annual training plans
Strategies that narrow all the way down to daily assignments
Comprehensive educational training for coaches and program directors
Approx Length: 60+ min
Learn:
In-depth explanation of scoring for coaches, athletes, and parents
Obvious and not-so-obvious deductions on ALL EVENTS
Watch routines of varying levels with judge’s critique
Slow Motion examples to show where deductions are incurred
Understand the reasoning behind scores!!!!
Approximate Video Length: 58 minutes
Featuring Nicole's favorite drills and progressions, these videos provide practical coaching tools, skill development strategies, and proven solutions you can immediately implement in your training program.
Drill Videos
Develops the foundational cast mechanics every young gymnast needs from the very beginning
Reinforces straight arm support throughout the entire cast action
Teaches proper body positioning for efficient shaping and technique
Builds confidence in shoulder position and body weight transfer
Encourages tight body tension and correct hollow shaping
Creates stronger technical habits that transfer to higher-level bar development
Addresses common errors that limit cast height and control
Simple, effective progressions that can easily be added into daily bar rotations
Promotes long-term success by prioritizing technique before amplitude
Approximate Video Length: 2 minutes
Stop wasting time reteaching bent-arm front hip circles!
Front hip circles are often one of the most tedious and time-consuming skills to teach on bars. This training shows a streamlined approach that helps gymnasts learn cleaner technique from the very beginning—without excessive spotting or frustrating bent-arm habits to fix later.
In This Training You’ll Learn:
How to teach front hip circles with straighter arms from the start
A more efficient progression for faster skill development
Ways to reduce or eliminate spotting during the learning process
How to prevent common bent-arm habits before they begin
Progressions that build stronger mechanics for an immediate cast
Approximate Video Length: 4 min
Build cleaner, more consistent back walkovers from the very beginning!
This proven approach helps athletes learn back walkovers earlier, more efficiently, and with greater consistency-creating smoother connections and stronger long-term development.
In This Training You’ll Learn:
How to introduce back walkovers successfully at an earlier stage
Progressions that build consistency and confidence quickly
Techniques for creating smoother, more connected movement patterns
How to develop stronger shaping and body control throughout the skill
Common technical mistakes that disrupt rhythm and consistency
Ways to improve athlete understanding and ease of execution
Drills that help athletes achieve more seamless back walkover connections
Foundational concepts that support future beam and floor development
Includes:
Step-by-step instructional training video
Practical drills and coaching applications for immediate use at practice
Learn:
Develops explosive leg drive by teaching athletes to push through the legs before reaching for the beam
Reinforces correct split timing
Encourages open hips and shoulders throughout the entire skill
Promotes a true extended split handstand position during the contact phase
Helps eliminate collapsing into the back handspring
Improves body tension and alignment from takeoff through hand contact
Builds awareness of how timing affects rotation, power, and body line
Transfers directly to safer, more consistent beam back handsprings
Approximate Video Length: Under 2 minutes
Contrary to popular belief, the horizontal leg turn is not primarily about strength—it’s about timing, momentum, and understanding the correct mechanics. This training breaks the skill down step-by-step so gymnasts can learn it more confidently and efficiently from the very beginning.
In This Training You’ll Learn:
The true mechanics behind successful horizontal leg turns
Why timing and momentum matter more than strength
Step-by-step drills that build the skill progressively
How to create a stronger technical foundation from the start
Common mistakes that cause athletes to struggle with the turn
Progressions for adding additional 1/2 or full rotations
Concepts that transfer successfully to both Floor and Beam
Includes:
In-depth instructional training video
Approximate Video Length: 4 minutes
Coaching Resources & Judging Feedback
Gain access to expert resources, educational tools, and judging insights designed to help coaches make informed decisions, maximize scores, and create more effective training systems.
Quick Insider Tips and Fixes That Instantly Increase Scoring Potential
What the Code of Points DOESN’T EMPHASIZE, but that YOU NEED TO KNOW!
By Judge Nicole Langevin
In depth routine critique from top rated judge, Nicole Langevin. BB and FX routines will also include artistry tips. 1 routine per submission. Vault submissions may include 2 vaults per submission. After submitting, including payment, text video(s) to: 774-258-1582. You will receive a voice note (via text or email) with your detailed critique!
Whether you are wanting to break into choreography or take your skills to the next level, I am here for you. This mentorship program consists of 3 months of both one-on-one mentorship sessions over Zoom, access to my artistry content, and group check-ins with other participating choreographers. By availability, each participating choreographer is invited to shadow select in-person sessions. And as with all of my consultation services, you will have “in your back pocket support with the ability to hop on a quick call or shoot a text or send a video for some on the spot support. No payment due now. Fill out the form for your one-on-one consultation with Nicole! Once admitted into the program, cost will be confirmed.
CONGRESS OFFER: Coaching Support
Ongoing support for coaches who want consistency, confidence, and clarity.
“We’ve been to so many clinics — but working directly with Nicole is the first time it actually changed how we coach.”
“Our athletes look more confident because the coaching is clearer.”
What it is
I work with a limited number of gyms each year to support their coaching staffs over time…beyond one-day clinics or lectures.
This support system helps coaches:
coach with more confidence
speak the same technical language
make clearer in-the-moment decisions
stop guessing and second-guessing
“We saw better progress without adding more hours.”
“Nicole helped us take good ideas and turn them into day-to-day habits.”
What Support Looks Like
✔ Monthly staff Zoom session (30-60 minutes)
✔ 1–3 in-gym visits per year (staff and/or athlete focus)
✔ Video review and voice-note feedback between sessions as needed
✔ Quick answers to real coaching questions
✔ Focus areas based on your staff’s needs
Think of it as having experienced coaching support in your back pocket.
“Our staff meetings are more focused and actually productive now.”
This Is a Good Fit If
You have newer or growing coaching staff
You want more consistency across events or levels
You don’t want to carry staff development alone
You want to increase your program’s overall success
“It gave our newer staff structure without micromanaging.”
One-off clinics and staff training CLINICS
also available!
Congress Priority
I work with a small number of partner gyms each year.
Congress attendees receive priority consideration.