General Information
Please arrive 15 minutes early to ensure you are prepared to start gym on time. This allows you sufficient time to change and use the washroom before class begins.
Make sure to review the Fundraising Information Page.
What to Wear
Recreational athletes: Girls are encouraged to wear a bodysuit. Elastic-waist shorts or leggings over their suit are acceptable, but skirts, skorts, or dresses are not allowed. Boys should wear a fitted T-shirt or tank top paired with fitted shorts that have elastic waistbands. All clothing should be free of zippers, snaps, or metal buttons. While bare feet are preferred, any exposed warts must be covered with tape, dance slippers, or socks with sticky soles. Athletes on the Junior Olympic Team are required to wear a bodysuit during training.
Any athlete with medium to long hair must have it secured away from their face; braids or low ponytails are ideal. Please avoid using bobby pins, headbands, hard barrettes, or bulky ties, as these can be uncomfortable during certain gymnastic skills.
Jewelry is not permitted during class, including watches, necklaces, bracelets, and large earrings. Small ear studs and watches are acceptable. Additionally, please remove all body piercings while participating in gymnastics.
It's advisable to leave valuables at home, as we cannot be responsible for them. Coaches will enforce this dress code to ensure the safety of both our athletes and coaches, as well as to protect our equipment. The supervising coach has the final say, and athletes who are not dressed appropriately may not be allowed to participate.
Please bring a bag for your clothing and a non-spill water bottle.
Parents, please supervise your children in the viewing area and kindly clean up after them.
Refunds & Withdrawals
- · A full refund will be issued if you withdraw from a class before the session begins.
- · If you request a withdrawal after the first class has started but before the second class, the refund will be reduced by one class fee and a $15 administrative charge will apply. All withdrawal requests for refunds must be submitted before the beginning of the second class of the session.
- · No refunds will be given after the second class of the session, except in cases of relocation. In such instances, a written notice must be provided one month in advance. Refunds will be calculated on a prorated basis for the classes attended.
- · For withdrawal or cancellation requests due to illness or injury, a doctor’s note must be emailed to qualify for a refund or credit.
- · All requests should be emailed to gymnasticsponoka@gmail.com.
- · The $60 AGF membership fee is non-refundable.
Discipline in the Gym
Discipline in the gym is vital if injuries are to be kept at a minimum. Athletes are expected to be attentive to coaches, kind to others and respectful of the gymnastics equipment and facility. Disruptive or distracting behavior is not acceptable. The disciplinary protocol is as follows:
- Verbal warning will be given.
- Time out of the group (within close proximity).
- Time out of the group and parent contacted.
- One class suspension (without refund).
- 2-3 class suspension (without refund).
- Long term suspension. If behavior continues to occur, and if no solution is found the result may be final dismissal from the program without refund.
Please make sure your child knows what is expected of them. You may also come to watch your child during class to ensure proper behavior. If a coach has to reprimand a child it takes time away from other children.
PARENT CODE OF ETHICS
- Remember that children are here for their enjoyment.
- Refrain from addressing your child directly during class.
- Remember that access to the gym floor is not allowed.
- Address your praise or questions to your child's coach after class in a private manner.
- Remember that children need their full concentration in class and therefore should not be disturbed.
- Behave in a civil manner at all times.