Regular attendance is of utmost importance in order to gain the full benefit of gymnastic instruction.

Gymnasts are expected to arrive on time for the session; the coach must be informed if late arrival or early departure is unavoidable.

The coach must be informed in advance if gymnasts are unable to attend any sessions.

Gymnasts must not arrive too early for the session to avoid distracting ongoing classes and must wait at the side until training commences.

Maximum effort is expected at all training sessions.

Misbehaving, constant talking or other distracting behaviour will not be tolerated.

No eating or gum chewing during sessions, bring water to drink.

Trainers are required for outdoor /  warm-up activities.

Gymnasts should not support or spot each other but are expected to work together as a team.

Gymnasts who feel unwell or have an injury must inform the coach before or during the class.

Arrive at competition venue with sufficient time to warm up.

Gymnasts must remain in the competition area for the duration of the competition.

Parents should remain in the designated spectator areas.

Gymnasts should present themselves in proper and neat attire at all times.

All underwear including sports bra should not be exposed.

Full tracksuit or jacket should be worn for march on and awards.

Strictly no nail polish to be worn.

Gymnasts should have a copy of their floor music with them at all times.

No food or drink except bottles of water will be allowed in competition area.

No jewellery is allowed during training or in competitions.

A leotard must be worn and if shorts are worn on top they must be the lycra material.

Competitive leotards should not be worn at practice unless instructed by the coach to do so.

Hair must be tied back.

Strictly no baggy clothing or socks

To have a successful programme there must be complete understanding and co-operation between parents, coaches, and gymnasts.

If parents can offer an insight on their child that will enable the coach to work more effectively with the child, please do so.

The head coach reserves the right to withdraw a gymnast from a competition.

If you have a disagreement with the coach it is important that you discuss the matter in private. Criticising the coach in front of your child undermines the coaches’ authority and can cause hostility in the gym.

Parents should not yell across the gym or attempt to ‘coach/ their child during training.   

Siblings should remain with the parents and not be allowed to climb on any of the equipment or run across the gym.

Parents are expected to attend committee meetings and take an active role in fund raising and other activities. Important information is discussed at meetings therefore attendance is important.