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1 ALBERTA GYMNASTICS FEDERATION Membership Information Gymnastics... It s more than just a sport!

2 TABLE OF CONTENTS MEMBERSHIP FORMAT..1 CATEGORIES FOR CLUB REGISTRATION..2 UP-GRADING INFORMATION....3 FEE STRUCTURE..3 MISSION, MANDATE and GOALS..4 BENEFITS OF MEMBERSHIP..7 INSURANCE PROGRAM..9 FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS REGARDING REGISTRATION AND INSURANCE 10 COACHING CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS...13 CANGYM PROGRAM.20 CANJUMP PROGRAM...21 APPENDIX A Risk Management Cheerleading APPENDIX B.. Annual Registration Schedule APPENDIX C.Insurance/Drop In & Birthdays APPENDIX D.. Notification of Risk APPENDIX E. NCCP Levels New APPENDIX F. GCG Coaching Overview APPENDIX G..NCCP Summary APPENDIX H PD Points APPENDIX I. AGF Staff Directory

3 ALBERTA GYMNASTICS FEDERATION MEMBERSHIP FORMAT The AGF membership format has been designed to ensure that equity exists in the fees that are assessed to individual clubs. In order to achieve fairness, the fees are calculated according to the criteria listed below. 1. The types of programs offered by the club and the number of disciplines dictates the status of your club as a competitive or recreational member. 2. The size of the club (the total number of participants). It is important for clubs to register all of their participants at least once in each program year (July 1 st June 30 th ). Failure to register participants may place a club in jeopardy in the event that an unregistered participant is injured, as the insurance program requires all participants to be registered. Enclosed in this Membership Information Booklet is a chart that you can keep to remind you of critical registration deadlines. If you have any questions, please contact the AGF Membership Coordinator. Please note that every participant in a club s programs must be registered with AGF for the current year. This can be done with: 1. Recreational Participant Registration Form completed by each noncompetitive participant with the top copy returned to the AGF office (yellow form available from the AGF office), 2. Clubs may submit a printout that includes names and addresses of noncompetitive participants, or 3. Through Activenet. 4. All other members (coaches/competitive athletes/demo team) must be listed on the appropriate AGF Registration Forms found on the AGF website under Membership - Also please ensure for insurance purposes that participants are registered in the appropriate category. i.e. competitive in competitive, recreation in general etc. Participants registered as general, but training under competitive guidelines is not permitted AGF Membership Page 1

4 CATEGORIES FOR CLUB REGISTRATION GENERAL Clubs involved with one or more of the following types of programs will be considered General Gymnastics Stream. - Any individual participating in a non-competitive program (Pre-school, CANGYM, CANJUMP, Interclub, Performance/Demo team, F.A.S.T. (Levels 1, 2, and 3) COMPETITIVE Clubs involved in operating programs for competitive athletes competing in provincially sanctioned competitions will be considered Competitive. Competitive Club consists of the following Categories: Developmental Stream: Women: Pre-Competitive, LEAP, Junior Olympic (JO) 1-3 Competitive Stream: Women: Junior Olympic (JO) 4-8 Aspire 1, Aspire 2 Men: Provincial 1-5, Elite 1, Elite 2 Trampoline & Tumbling: Provincial 1-4 Acro: Level 5-8 Elite/National Stream: Women: Junior Olympic (JO) 9-10, HP Novice/Junior/Senior Men: Elite 3, Elite 4, Junior/Senior/Open Trampoline & Tumbling: Acro: National Athletes-Level 5, 6, Junior, Senior Age Group 1, 2, Youth, Junior, Senior AGF Membership Page 2

5 UP-GRADING INFORMATION Any athlete may deem to be competitive by virtue of entering an AGF Sanctioned Competition by the deadline indicated on the meet entry form. The upgrade form must be submitted to the AGF office with applicable fees a minimum of 1 week prior to the competition deadline. This includes registration fees for the competition, up-grading fee for the athlete(s) and the upgrading fee for the club if it is not already registered as competitive for that program. REGULAR PROGRAMS ALL CLUBS FEE STRUCTURE 1. Basic Club Fee -General -Developmental - Competitive and 2. Participant Assessments - Competitive Coaches - General Coaches - Pre-Coaches/Coaches in Training - Elite athletes - Competitive athletes - Developmental athletes - General athletes 3. Programs: each of the following categories are considered one discipline: - Competitive female athlete (WAG) - Competitive male athlete (MAG) - Competitive acro athlete (ACRO) - Competitive T & T athlete (T&T) The General component of a Competitive Club is included with the fee. NOTE: Many clubs offer promotional or special activities for which they do not charge a specific fee. No additional registration is required for participants in promotional activities on the condition that the activity does not exceed 3 hours in total. Special situations should be brought to the attention of the AGF s President/CEO. REMINDER: For insurance purposes, all names of the participants must be recorded and submitted to the AGF office (upon completion of the program). Forms are available from the AGF office. Clubs should also retain a copy for their records. Rental of your facility to an independent group that is conducting its own activity does not have to be registered with AGF. However, you should ensure that a AGF Membership Page 3

6 formal rental agreement is signed which stipulates that the group will provide its own Comprehensive Liability Insurance. NOTE: PAYMENT OF LIABILITY AND SPORT ACCIDENT INSURANCE PREMIUM ASSESSMENTS ($4.80 PER PARTICIPANT FOR GENERAL/DEVELOPMENTAL AND $7.50 FOR PROVINCIAL/ELITE/NATIONAL) ARE A CONDITION OF MEMBERSHIP AND MUST BE INCLUDED FOR EACH NEW PARTICIPANT ON THE REGISTRATION FORMS (Summer/Fall/Winter/Spring). MISSION, MANDATE AND GOALS The Alberta Gymnastics Federation (AGF) is an organization comprised of general and competitive gymnastics clubs throughout Alberta. The AGF exists to provide support and services to the member clubs. The member clubs "are" the AGF. Mission Statement "We are dedicated to developing gymnastics and its values by encouraging participation, growth, and personal success for everyone." Business Statement The business of the Alberta Gymnastics Federation is to bring together the resources required to achieve its mission, in affiliation with its partners. This includes, but is not limited to, human resources, financial resources, programs and facilities. Values and Belief Statement The Alberta Gymnastics Federation believes that gymnastics should be a positive experience for all and that every member is entitled to a safe and respectful sporting environment. The Alberta Gymnastics Federation values honesty and integrity as demonstrated through: Team work and cooperation, and the fostering of respect for and compliance with guidelines regulations and rules. Mutual respect between and among athletes, coaches, judges, clubs, disciplines, administrators and volunteers. The Alberta Gymnastics Federation values equitable access to opportunities for personal success and development. The Alberta Gymnastics Federation values the fun, fitness and fundamentals of gymnastics and the pursuit of excellence AGF Membership Page 4

7 Goal Statement 1. More people participating in and enjoying gymnastics. 2. To achieve Olympic podium performances. 3. Inspire athletes to achieve personal success. 4. More partners building gymnastics. Mandate As a Not-for-Profit, volunteer-directed agency, the Alberta Gymnastics Federation functions on behalf of its member clubs to co-ordinate activities and programs that contribute to the development of gymnastics as both a recreational activity and a competitive sport. The primary (core) activities of the AGF include: Participation Development Athlete / Leadership Development Membership Development Services and Resources 1. Participation Development Enhancing and expanding the membership by encouraging more people to participate in gymnastics. 2. Athlete/Leadership Development: Men s, Trampoline & Tumbling Women s, Acro and General Enhancing the existing high level of athletes and coaching developmental programs to allow all levels of athletes to reach their personal best. Expanding the coaching development to produce more and better coaches. Expanding the judging development to produce more and better judges AGF Membership Page 5

8 3. Membership Development Continue to be competitive leaders of a safe and enjoyable sport that benefits everyone. 4. Services & Resources Expanding the market thrust of Alberta Gymnastics Federation to meet the challenges of greater self-sufficiency in developing the growth of the sport. Continue to develop the communication with our membership through Social Media ( , website, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, etc.), workshops, brochures, and committee/assembly meetings. Maintain strong organizational and financial controls to ensure longevity of the organization. Operations As a volunteer-directed, Not-for-Profit agency, the Alberta Gymnastics Federation functions under the guidance of an elected Board of Directors. The Board is responsible for determining the strategic priorities of the Federation and identifying the primary organizational objectives that arise from those priorities. Responsibility for achieving objectives and conducting the day-to-day business of the Federation is assigned to the staff AGF Membership Page 6

9 BENEFITS OF BELONGING TO THE ALBERTA GYMNASTICS FEDERATION The primary role of the Federation is to provide administrative support in the development and delivery of programs and competitions in General Gymnastics, National Coaching Certification Programs, Women s Artistic Gymnastics, Trampoline and Tumbling, Men s Artistic Gymnastics, Acro Gymnastics and Special Events. The Alberta Gymnastics Federation is comprised of member clubs throughout the Province. The AGF has two general areas of responsibility. One area is the coordination of gymnastics activities that are Provincial in nature such as leadership development, the recreation development program and the competitive program. The other area is that of the provision of services to clubs, particularly services that would not otherwise be available to the clubs. The following is a list of some of the advantages that a club receives with membership to the AGF: SERVICES AND RESOURCES: A comprehensive liability insurance package to protect club directors, coaches and supervisors from potential lawsuits as well as a sports accident insurance policy that compensates participants for sport related injuries. Access to program resources. Leadership Development (i.e. coaching and judging clinics and certification). Access to NCCP Courses. Eligibility for grants that are available through various government agencies. Provincial support grant/funding support letters. Voting privileges at the Annual General Meeting and opportunity to nominate individuals for positions on the Board of Directors. Direct input into AGF s operation and policy development. Access to National CANGYM badge program. Access to Provincial CanJump Badge Program. Access to various fundraising initiatives (including AGF sponsored casino). Right to participate in sanctioned, safe competitions, events and interclub activities. Provincially and nationally regulated coaching standards AGF Membership Page 7

10 Knowledgable and dedicated staff. Comprehensive coach and volunteer screening procedures. Respect in Sport required harassment and abuse education for coaches, parents, athletes, judges and other volunteers. Subsidized travel for athletes, coaches and officials for sanctioned events. Comprehensive AGF Communication Binder updated yearly containing all information pertaining to hosting events, policies and procedures, technical regulations, etc. Regular electronic mailings on upcoming events, educational course listings, etc. Use of the Alberta Gymnastics Federation website to advertise positions available at your club or equipment that you may want to find or sell. The opportunity to promote your club through a direct link to your website from the AGF website. Enhancement Grant totaling $100, Coach Mentorship Program $18,000 Sport and Club Promotion Member of a National Sport Body; Gymnastics Canada Access to Online Registration with ActiveNet. Access to 3 rd Level Consulting for Operations/Policy support/development AGF Membership Page 8

11 INSURANCE PROGRAM The Alberta Gymnastics Federation provides a comprehensive insurance package for its member clubs. Participation in the program is mandatory as it covers all of the club directors and representatives of the AGF, coaches, volunteers and athletes. The Program has two components: i. Comprehensive General Liability Policy, which provides 10 million dollars worth of coverage for litigation costs and settlements arising from negligence which results in personal harm. ii. iii. Sports Accident Policy, which provides cash payment for specific types of injuries. Costs such as ambulance charges, and immediate out of pocket expenses related to an injury may also be provided through this coverage. DAS Canada- Telephone Legal Advice helpline. This program will provide your Board of Directors, club owners and general managers UNLIMITED access to legal advice from 8:00 a.m. to midgnight, seven days a week. Please contact AGF for the applicable information. Making a Claim: Contact: Mr. Neil H. Hogg Toole Peet and Co. Calgary, Alberta (403) Toll Free Please note that Toole Peet and Co. also offer a wide range of supplementary optional coverage that individual clubs may wish to purchase. They offer preferred rates to AGF member clubs for these supplementary policies. Clubs may wish to consider coverage such as, building contents, business interruption, or increasing their own Directors and Officers Liability. For further information regarding Insurance please refer to the Insurance Bulletin in your Membership package AGF Membership Page 9

12 FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS REGARDING REGISTRATION AND INSURANCE Who should be registered with the Alberta Gymnastics Federation? It is a clear requirement that all Member Clubs register all individual members with Alberta Gymnastics including athletes, coaches, and coaches-in-training. (Please see below for birthday party and drop-in participants). Failure to register all members will be considered an act of misrepresentation and will have adverse effects on the Club s membership status, and more importantly, there will be no insurance coverage for unregistered individuals. Do we have to register all of our members/participants with the AGF? YES. It is a condition of membership in the AGF that clubs register all of their competitive athletes and general participants. Insurance coverage could be jeopardized if an individual who is not registered is injured. However, each participant need only be registered once per season (July-June). If we rent our facility to another organization or group do we require any additional insurance coverage? (eg. Ski clubs, Aerobic classes) NO, not usually. Assuming that your club has obtained adequate Tenants Liability insurance you should be able to sub-let your premises without concern. We do recommend, however, that you execute a written rental agreement with the group in which you stipulate that they must obtain their own General Commercial Liability Insurance coverage. You should also check with your landlord to ensure that there are no restrictions in your lease that would prevent you from renting it out. Are drop-ins/birthday party attendees required to pay an AGF membership fee? AGF encourages clubs to register all attendees; however, a separate insurance coverage for member clubs offering drop-ins and birthday parties has been secured at a lower cost. For insurance purposes, all names of the participants must be recorded and submitted to the AGF office on a quarterly basis. Please see Appendix C AGF Membership Page 10

13 Can athletes and chaperones travel to a gymnastics competition outside of Canada? YES, they are insured as long as they have requested sanction and obtained approval from Gymnastics Canada to participate in the competition that they wish to attend outside of Canada. AGF currently possesses an accident policy with SSQ Insurance and contained within this policy is $20,000 for additional medical expenses provided to the participants, even if the event or competition occurs outside of Canada. Toole Peet agrees that $20,000 is an adequate limit for expenses incurred in Canada but may not suffice for expenses incurred in other countries (ie. United States). AGF, through Toole Peet has negotiated for SSQ to provide the member clubs at an additional cost a separate Sports Accident policy for teams and clubs that would be traveling abroad for competitions. The limit that was discussed was $100,000. This limit may still not be sufficient but should allow the injured athlete to return to Canada. In order to obtain coverage for Sickness while incurred outside of Canada a separate travel medical policy should also be purchased. Is anyone covered under the AGF insurance policy that is not a direct member of a registered club? Yes, AGF s insurance coverage always extends to parents of registered members, as well as the Board of Directors of the club. Parents acting as chaperones are also covered providing they are involved in an activity related to the member club. * A Parent or Guardian of a minor whose name is contained in the register of members of a Member Club shall be considered a member of the Society. A member so associated shall, subject to the discretion of the Board of Directors have the same rights and obligations as an Associated Member. AGF s Refund Policy At what point do you accept a refund? COMPETITIVE: If a competitive or elite athlete has trained for a period of 30 days (one month) or less, the club would be eligible for a refund of ½ the registration fee, no GST or insurance fee would be included. GENERAL: If a general member has trained for a period of 14 days (2 weeks) or less, the club would be eligible for a refund of ½ the registration fee, no GST or insurance fee would be included AGF Membership Page 11

14 Is the use of Jumpy Tents covered under the AGF Insurance coverage? Jumpy Tents are in fact covered under the AGF Policy as long as they follow a set format, established rules and guidelines to ensure kids are kept safe and being taught in a secure manner. Acceptable skills include safety stops, tucks, straddles, seat drops, hand and knee drops. PLEASE FEEL FREE TO CONTACT THE AGF OFFICE IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS WITH REGARD TO SPECIFIC SITUATIONS AGF Membership Page 12

15 COACHING CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS ALBERTA GYMNASTICS FEDERATION Coaching Certification Club As we start to move toward Competency-Based training please see the following documents to see the future of NCCP training for our sport. Remember, this is a long-term plan that will take years to pilot and implement. Please see the revised NCCP documents: 1) Transfer of Qualification from the Levels NCCP to the Competency-Based NCCP (Appendix E) 2) Overview of the Gymnastics NCCP program (Appendix F) 3) Coaching Education Pathway (Appendix G) 4) NCCP PD Points Summary (Appendix H) QUESTIONS? Contact the Education Program Coordinator Gina Peake at the AGF office Certified NCCP Coach (National Coaching Certification Program) To be considered a certified Artistic Gymnastics Coach, coaches must have successfully completed all four components of the Gymnastics Foundations Artistic certification (Introduction, Theory, Artistic-sport specific and Evaluation) OR all three components of the (old) NCCP Level 1 program (Theory, Artistic Technical, and Practical). To be considered a certified Trampoline Gymnastics Coach, coaches must have successfully completed all four components of the Gymnastics Foundations Trampoline certification (Introduction, Theory, Trampoline-sport specific and Evaluation) OR all three components of the (old) NCCP Level 1 program (Theory, Trampoline Technical, and Practical). To be considered a certified Acrobatics Gymnastics Coach, coaches must have successfully completed all the necessary components to be considered a certified Artistic Gymnastics Coach or a certified Trampoline Gymnastics Coach. Coaches may start their NCCP Gymnastics Foundations training at age 15 (no pre-requisite required), however they may not apply for certification or Level 2/Competition 1 training until 16 years of age AGF Membership Page 13

16 Registered General (Recreation) Coach Registered General Active Start coaches must have a minimum of Gymnastics Foundations Introduction, Theory, and Active Start Gymnastics OR (old) PCCP training/certification to coach children 6 years of age and under. For recreational classes for children between 6 to 12 years of age, the instructor must be Artistic Gymnastics trained. Registered General Artistic Gymnastics coaches must have a minimum of Gymnastics Foundations Introduction, Theory, and Artistic Gymnastics OR (old) NCCP Level 1 Gymnastics certification (theory, technical and practical). [If trampoline or double mini-trampoline is used anywhere in the program, the Gymnastics Foundations Trampoline course or (old) NCCP Trampoline Technical is also required]. Artistic Gymnastics Trained coaches can lead classes for children 6 years and older. For classes with children 0-6 years, the coach must be Active Start Trained. Registered General Trampoline coaches must have a minimum of Gymnastics Foundations Introduction, Theory, and Trampoline Gymnastics OR (old) NCCP Level 1 Trampoline certification (theory, technical and practical). Coaches may start their NCCP Gymnastics Foundations training at age 15 (no pre-requisite required), however they may not apply for certification or Level 2/Competition 1 training until 16 years of age. TRAINED Coaches versus CERTIFIED Coaches INTRO+THEORY+SPORT SPECIFIC (Artistic, Trampoline etc.) = TRAINED TRAINED coaches may independently coach their own group of athletes as long as there is a Certified coach in the gym at all times. Coaches are encouraged to only coach athletes at their present level of training or below. TRAINED coaches may proceed through the coaching pathway and are eligible to take Level 2/Competition 1 courses in their specified discipline. INTRO +THEORY+SPORT SPECIFIC+ EVALUATION= CERTIFIED CERTIFIED coaches may independently coach their own group of athletes AND may supervise and mentor other coaches at or below their present certification level. Certified coaches that have mentorship or supervisory responsibilities should be a minimum of 18 years of age AGF Membership Page 14

17 Coaches may start their NCCP Gymnastics Foundations training at age 15 (no pre-requisite required), however they may not apply for certification or Level 2 training until 16 years of age. ADDITIONAL TRAINING COMPONENTS APPLICABLE TO ALL COACHES All coaches must become Respect in Sport certified within 60 days from their date of employment. There will be no grand fathering of this course. Any coach not Respect in Sport certified within the time limit is subject to sanction by the AGF upon receipt of a complaint in accordance with the AGF Discipline Policy. All coaches who are selected as a Team Coach for AGF must show proof of Respect in Sport certification prior to being approved as a Team Coach. A coach cannot act as a Team Coach without Respect in Sport certification. (see ) Any clubs with coaches other than coaches in training, found to be missing RIS Certification will be fined $25.00 per coach. If necessary, the invoice will be sent in February. Please ensure your club adheres to the policy mentioned above. After Respect in Sport certification is obtained, no re-certification is required. Visit: Making Ethical Decisions All coaches must complete the Make Ethical Decisions (MED) module and the MED Competition Introduction online evaluation available through the Coaching Association of Canada. ( Gymnastics Foundations Coaches must complete the module and online evaluation as part of their certification (the module is covered in the GF Theory course, and online requirement is to be completed afterwards). Coaches need their Coaching Certification number (NCCP#) to access the online evaluation. If a coach does not have an NCCP#, contact AGF or the Coaching Association of Canada ( ). Coaches who were certified with the old NCCP Level 1 Theory (not Part A) course needed to have completed the MED module and/or evaluation prior to December 31, If they failed to complete the MED requirements they have been reassigned to Trained status. All coaches are strongly urged to be certified in Standard First-Aid and CPR AGF Membership Page 15

18 All club coaches are strongly urged to undergo proper screening practices. Any clubs with concerns regarding certification of their coaches are encouraged to contact the AGF Education Program Coordinator or the President/CEO. Registered Pre-Coach and Coaches in Training Pre-Coaches in Training Program (Pre-CIT) Coaches who are 13 and 14 years of age can enroll in the Gymnastics Canada Gymnastique Pre-CIT Program. If the individual is 13 years of age the program is 2 years in duration, 1 year if they are 14 years old. AGF encourages enrollment in this program, as it introduces aspiring coaches to the various aspects of coaching gymnastics. This is a club based program. It involves individual study, mentorship and hands-on coaching experience under the direct* supervision of a mentor coach. Mentor coaches must be a minimum of 18 years of age, certified Gymnastics Foundations or Level 1 coach, and have sound knowledge of the pre-school and recreational programs in their club. Only coaches enrolled in the GCG Pre-CIT program can be registered members of Alberta Gymnastics. Those clubs using unapproved mentorship programs will not be able to utilize the AGF membership program for those coaches. AGF strongly recommends that all clubs used the GCG Pre-CIT program when working with aspiring coaches years of age. To obtain the Pre-CIT Workbook and Mentor s Guide please contact the AGF NCCP Program Coordinator. *(Direct supervision means: Pre-CIT coaches cannot have sole responsibility for a group of athletes and must be supervised by working side by side with a CERTIFIED coach that is a minimum of 18 years of age). Coaches in Training Coaches IN TRAINING refers to coaches that have started taking some Gymnastics Foundations courses, but are not yet considered TRAINED. These coaches have only completed Gymnastics Introduction and/or Theory course(s). These coaches are referred to be IN TRAINING. Coaches IN TRAINING must be under the direct* supervision of a certified coach. *(Direct supervision means: Coaches with In Training status cannot have sole responsibility for a group of athletes and must be working side by side and supervised by a CERTIFIED coach that is a minimum of 18 years of age) AGF Membership Page 16

19 Head Coach/Program Directors COMPETITIVE CLUBS In competitive clubs, the gymnastics Head Coach or the gymnastics Program Director must be CERTIFIED NCCP Level 2 Gymnastics (Theory, Technical and Practical) or Competition 1 (C1) (4 day course + Portfolio & Video Evaluation). Head Coaches or Program Directors of a trampoline/tumbling program must be certified NCCP Level 2 Trampoline (Theory, Technical and Practical). RECREATIONAL CLUBS In recreational clubs the Head Coach or the gymnastics Program Director must be certified NCCP Level 1 gymnastics (Theory, Technical and Practical) OR Gymnastics Foundations certified (Intro, Theory, Artistic and Evaluation). IMPORTANT: Please refer to Appendix G to review minimum requirements for NCCP coach training for CANGYM and JO levels. To coach children ages 6 years and under, coaches must be NCCP Active Start trained. For coaching children over the age of 6 in a recreation program, the instructor must be Artistic Gymnastics trained. To be a supervisor or to work independently coaches must be 18 years of age AND certified. Trained coaches must be indirectly supervised. Coaching Certification Discipline MEN - Qualifications for AGF sanctioned events All competitive coaches wishing to be on the training and/or competition floor at any AGF sanctioned event must have their NCCP Level 1 Gymnastics Certification (Theory, Technical and Practical) OR Gymnastics Foundations Artistic Gymnastics Certification (Intro, Theory, Artistic and Evaluation). Coaches participating at Provincial Championships must have NCCP Competition Introduction (C1)/Level 2 Men s Artistic Gymnastics Certification or higher. A Gymnastics Foundations Artistic Gymnastics certified coach can coach Level 1 (P1) at Provincial Championships. A Gymnastics Foundations Artistic Gymnastics Trained coach can coach Level 1 (P1) at Provincial Championships if supervised by a Gymnastics Foundations Artistic Gymnastics certified coach. Please refer to Appendix G. All provincial Team Coaches for Western and Canadian Championships will be required to have NCCP Level 3 Men s Artistic Gymnastics Certification AGF Membership Page 17

20 WOMEN - Qualifications for AGF sanctioned events For all AGF sanctioned events, at least one coach listed on the official registration form must be certified with NCCP to the level required for the competition. All other registered coaches for the event must be certified at/or one level below the required level for the competition and must be supervised by the higher certified coach. Therefore, all competitions within the Province, with the exception of Trials to Canadians and Trials to Canada Winter Games, requires one registered coach to be certified in Competition 1/Level 2 Women s Artistic Gymnastics. For Trials to Canadians at least one registered coach must be certified in Level 3 Women s Artistic Gymnastics. Please refer to Appendix G. T&T - Qualifications for AGF sanctioned events Note: Coaches who have recently undertaken certification in trampoline and/or artistic gymnastics may apply, in writing to the AGF T&T Coordinator for an exemption to be on the floor at sanctioned events. A. F.A.S.T LEVEL COACHES Coaches that are Level 1 Trained, or higher, in trampoline and/or Foundations Trampoline Gymnastics Certification are allowed to coach athletes on trampoline and double mini-trampoline. Coaches must be Level 1 Trained in Artistic Gymnastics and or Gymnastics Foundations Artistic Gymnastics Certified to coach athletes in tumbling. A coach must be present when an athlete is warming up or competing. B. PRE-NATIONAL LEVEL COACHES Pre-national coaches (athletes at levels 1-4) must be certified NCCP Level 2 Trampoline in order to coach athletes on trampoline and DMT. Coaches must be certified NCCP Level 2 Artistic Gymnastics/Competition 1 and/or Trampoline to coach athletes in tumbling. A coach must be present when an athlete is warming up or competing. C. NATIONAL LEVEL COACHES All National coaches (athletes at Levels 5+) must be fully certified in Level 3 Trampoline to coach athletes on Trampoline and DMT and be either certified in Level 3 Artistic Gymnastics or Trampoline to coach athletes on tumbling. A coach must be present when an athlete is warming up and competing AGF Membership Page 18

21 ACRO - Qualifications for AGF sanctioned events In order to qualify to be on the training or competition floor at AGF sanctioned events, all coaches must be certified in accordance with the most recent technical regulations as determined by the Acrobatic Gymnastics Technical Program. GCG recommends that coaches coaching Acrobatic Gymnastics at the recreational level must be either Level 1 trained or Gymnastics Foundations Artistic trained coaches. Minimum NCCP requirements for National Level Competitions All coaches who require access to the training, warm-up and competition floors at National level competitions must be Competition 2/Level 2 Certified in Men s Artistic Gymnastics, Women s Artistic Gymnastics or Trampoline. General Coaches- Qualifications for Canadian and World Gymnaestrada Team Coach Any general coach participating in Canadian and World Gymnaestrada must be Level 2/Competition 2 certified in at least one discipline (men s/women s artistic, trampoline or rhythmic) to have access to training and performance gyms. See Appendix G The Coach(es), Chef de Mission and Manager(s) named to an Alberta Team must be certified in the Respect in Sport program. Any Coach, Chef de Mission, or Manager on an Alberta Team should possess certification in Standard First Aid and CPR. Any Coach, Chef de Mission, or Manager on an Alberta Team must complete and submit a Police Record Check and an Intervention Record Check that will be held at the AGF office in the strictest of confidence. As section 21 of the AGF Policies and Procedures states, these checks must be received by the AGF office by March 1 st of the competitive season, or prior to the event/registration deadline, if the event takes place prior to March 1 st. PRCs and IRCs are valid for a period of 3 years from the date of the completed PRC and IRC. An Alberta named Team Coach can only be appointed to one discipline at any given event AGF Membership Page 19

22 The Alberta Gymnastics Federation (AGF) continues to sell the CANGYM Manual. The 2009 version of the program is very coach and parent friendly. For coaches, the content includes clear illustrations of the skills and teaching tips for each. For parents, the Progress Reports clearly illustrate the skills that the child is evaluated on. This gymnastic skill based program has 12 levels and every level has 20 skills. Badge levels white and grey have been removed from the program. Another exciting component to the manual is the addition of a CD with electronic copies of the Progress Reports, Evaluation Sheets and Certificates. This way your documents can be personalized to include your clubs logo and participant names! This manual will continue to evolve. The CANGYM Manuals are available for purchase from the Alberta Gymnastics Federation today! The CANGYM Program Manual is $ (plus Shipping, Handling & GST) for Members and $ (plus Shipping, Handling & GST) for Non Members. Please order online at If you have any questions regarding the CANGYM Program please contact AGF at AGF Membership Page 20

23 What is the CANJUMP Program? A grass roots, recreational Trampoline and Tumbling program for all abilities, ages 4 and up. A new approach to traditional badge programs. Individually paced program. No Pass or Fail. A program that will provide you with exceptional support and service. A program supported by Gymnastics Canada Gymnastique and Alberta Gymnastics Federation. A Program sponsored by Play Factory Inc. The Trampoline Specialists. CANJUMP Program. It s about Quality The Canjump Program is an innovative recreation program dedicated to teaching trampoline and tumbling to children in a fun, challenging, and rewarding atmosphere. Samples of Reward Posters: DMT, Trampoline, Tumbling Trampoline and Tumbling (T&T) consists of 3 disciplines; Trampoline, Double minitrampoline (DMT) and Tumbling. CANJUMP has developed a quality program that teaches the children the basics of this sport. Individual trampoline focuses on combinations of skills performed one after the other with no breaks or jumps in between. Double Mini- Trampoline takes place on a smaller, narrower trampoline with the participant running up to jump onto the trampoline, performing 1 or 2 skills which land back on the trampoline, and performing a dismount skill on a landing mat. Tumbling consists of performing a series of tumbling skills along a 40 to 80 foot long, 6 foot wide sprung or rod floor, or by simply using a line of mats. The CANJUMP Program is safe, fun, motivational, and allows participants to track their progress throughout their classes. The CANJUMP Program is committed to delivering a high quality Trampoline and Tumbling program for Canada. We re confident that once your club uses the CANJUMP Program, you (and your participants) will be glad you did. The CANJUMP Program manual is available through For more information and materials please contact: AGF at AGF Membership Page 21

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25 Appendix A Risk Management Tips for Cheerleading Preventing Tumbling Injuries in Cheerleading Claims received from Markel s Cheerleading program frequently involve injuries associated with tumbling activities. Back handsprings cause the most tumbling injuries, and require spotters to be both experienced and vigilant when supervising this activity. The American Association of Cheerleading Coaches & Advisors (AACCA) suggests the spotters bust be able to move quickly and provide assistance on each successive flip-flop. AACCA also recommends the following: Make sure that the tumbling area is sufficient and free of obstructions, and that the tumbling surface is smooth, level, clean and dry. Develop a traffic flow plan that ensures safe participation. Make sure performers warm up properly before tumbling. Follow a well-planned program of skill progressions. Provide competent spotting according to the need and ability of each participant and the requirements of the maneuver being performed. Be sure that participants have demonstrated proficiency in executing proper landing techniques, and can protect themselves in case of uncontrolled landing and falls. Do not allow cheerleaders to tumble in improper attire, such as clothing that is restrictive or too loose. Do not let cheerleaders wear jewelry or chew gum. Exercise extreme caution, use appropriate progressions, and provide competent spotting when reaching somersaulting skills. These activities are considered to be higher than ordinary risk. Skills involving a head-first entry (dive roll entry) are characterized by little or no margin for error, require unreasonably high risk and carry with them a dangerously high potential for serious, catastrophic injury or even death. Dive roll skills or any of their variations are considered to be inherently dangerous and, as such, are not recommended. Trampolines, mini-trampolines and other projectile devices are not recommended for any cheerleading activity.

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27 Appendix B ANNUAL REGISTRATION SCHEDULE JULY 1 st - BEGINNING OF PROGRAM YEAR JUNE 30 th - END OF PROGRAM YEAR REGISTRATION INFORMATION REGISTRATION (DEADLINES) REQUIRED BY AGF DEADLINE SUMMER - AGF Recreational forms for children July 1 st registered in summer programs. Third Friday of (Beginning of September Program year) - Registration for coaches conducting summer programs. - Recreational forms for all children not previously included with the RECREATIONAL FALL Summer Registration. Third Friday of - All athletes November Recreational - All coaches/instructors and apprentice & coaches not previously included with ***COMPETITIVE*** ***COMPETITIVE *** the Summer Registration. Third Friday of - Payment for membership fees. October - Completed Membership Booklet. UPGRADING Upgrading athletes from recreation to 1 week prior to Competitive or upgrading an athlete from Competition one competitive category to another. Deadline Registration forms for all participants Third Friday in WINTER not previously included with Summer February or Fall Registration. Registration forms for all participants/ Third Friday in SPRING coaches not previously included with May Summer, Fall or Winter Registrations. PLEASE NOTE: ATHLETES MAY BE UPGRADED TO COMPETITIVE AT THE SAME TIME AS THE COMPETITION DEADLINE. ENTRY FEES, UPGRADING ATHLETE FEES AND CLUB FEES (if applicable) MUST BE SUBMITTED WITH THE CORRECT ENTRY FORM WHICH CAN BE FOUND IN THE PROGRAM S TECHNICAL HANDBOOK. ALL ATHLETES ARE REQUIRED TO HAVE A CURRENT AGF REGISTRATION NUMBER TO BE ELIGIBLE TO COMPETE. Please note submission dates for Drop-In/Birthday Parties registration: September 30 th, December 31 st, March 31 st, June 30 th

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29 Appendix C Insurance is an important issue in the sport of Gymnastics and the Alberta Gymnastics Federation (AGF) is continually researching and monitoring the conditions, provincially and nationally. AGF secured insurance coverage for member clubs offering Drop-Ins and Birthday Parties at the following rates: Drop In Insurance cost of $2.00 per participant includes: 1 year of General Liability and Sports Accident coverage (based upon an annual premium adjustment). Clubs are responsible for tracking the names and numbers of the participants (see attached form provided as an example). AGF will collect the participant information from the clubs on a quarterly basis (Sept. 30/Dec. 31/March 31/June 30) and then remit to Toole Peet at the end of each policy term and adjustments will be made accordingly. Drop In participants WILL NOT have to pay an AGF registration fee. Birthday parties are a different matter. AllSport insurance informs AGF that their experience with parties is adverse and a $2.50 will need to be charge for each participant. This fee is for 1 year of General Liability ONLY. Sports Accident coverage could not be secured. Clubs are responsible for tracking the names and numbers of the participants (see attached form provided as an example). AGF will collect the participant information from the clubs on a quarterly basis and then remit to Toole Peet at the end of each policy term and adjustments will be made accordingly. Birthday party participants WILL NOT have to pay an AGF registration fee. The 3 promotional visits will remain in effect. "The number of allowable promotional visits is three (3) per individual in a season. This coverage is for promotional activities only and not for participation in any form of regularly scheduled programs. A list of all names must be kept on file for insurance purposes." AGF Insurance Handbook

30 Appendix C (page 2) ALBERTA GYMNASTICS FEDERATION DROP-IN/BIRTHDAY PARTY PROGRAM REGISTRATION FORM To be submitted Quarterly September 30 th /December 31 st /March 31 st /June 30 th CHILDREN/YOUTH/ADULT PROGRAMS Club: Program: (eg: Drop-in/Birthday) PARTICIPANT S NAME Please Print **Please refer to your AGF Communications Binder for Specific insurance coverage** *Excel spreadsheet with all above information listed is also acceptable

31 Appendix D NOTIFICATION AND ASSUMPTION OF RISK, CONSENT TO FIRST AID TREATMENT, AND RELEASE OF LIABILITY AND WAIVER OF CLAIMS PARTICIPANT S FIRST NAME: PARTICIPANT S LAST NAME: PARTICIPANT S DATE of BIRTH: GENDER: ADDRESS: CITY: PROVINCE: POSTAL CODE: PARENT/GUARDIAN NAME: TELEPHONE: EMERGENCY CONTACT: EMERGENCY CONTACT TELEPHONE: CLASS NAME: CLASS DAY: CLASS TIME: Club Name: [Club to enter full legal name and trade name] (the Gymnastics Club ). Gymnastics Club s Programs are defined and include all multiple gymnastics related activities, including, but not limited to, the following: Recreational / General Gymnastics; Kids Can Move; Women s and Men s Artistic; Trampoline and Tumbling; Acrobatics; Birthday Parties; Drop-in Sessions; Cheerleading; as per AGF guidelines Urban Gymnastics (Parkour) and Circus Training; as per AGF guidelines General acrobatics and fitness; and Similar activities. (Hereinafter collectively referred to as the ACTIVITIES ). DESCRIPTION OF RISKS: I am aware that the ACTIVITIES involve inherent risks, dangers and hazards, both known and unknown, that are associated with unique movement patterns and skills, which may, in some circumstances be executed on specialized apparatus. I understand that similar risks are also inherent in using equipment associated with the ACTIVITIES, and any other devices, apparatus or attractions present at the facility. I understand the risk of negligence on the part of the Gymnastics Club and its employees, volunteers and representatives, including the failure on the part of same to take reasonable steps to safeguard or protect the participants from the risks, dangers and hazards, both known and unknown, of participating in the ACTIVITIES. I acknowledge that personal harm or injury may be sustained during my/my child s involvement in the ACTIVITIES, including, but not limited to, broken bones, head / neck injuries, concussion, dislocations, tendon and ligament damage (including sprains), damage to teeth and dental work, spinal injuries (that could result in various degrees of paralysis), and death. I acknowledge and assume the potential risks and consent to my/my child s participation in the ACTIVITIES. CONSENT TO PARTICIPATION: I/my child have/has been informed that I/he/she is to abide by the rules and regulations including directions and instructions from the administrators, instructors, coaches, and supervisors as imposed on me/my child while participating in the ACTIVITIES. In the event that I/my child fails to abide by the rules and regulations imposed on me/my child while participating in the ACTIVITIES, disciplinary action may either require that I/he/she not participate in the ACTIVITIES, or that I will leave/be contacted to have my child picked up or transported home at my own expense. I acknowledge that I/my child am/is in good health, and in proper physical condition to participate in the ACTIVITIES, and I acknowledge it is my responsibility to notify the staff of any physical or mental concerns for me/my child which may affect my/my child s participation in the ACTIVITIES. I acknowledge that the ACTIVITIES may require an instructor, coach, employee or supervisor to perform some manual spotting which involves direct physical contact with me/my child and designed to assist the participant in the safe performance of the program skills, and I consent to same. Date:

32 RELEASE OF LIABILITY AND WAIVER OF CLAIMS: I confirm that I have read the above description of risks and understand the risks involved in participating in the Gymnastics Club s program and ACTIVITIES. I confirm that I voluntarily and freely accept all such risks and choose to participate/allow my child to participate in the Gymnastics Club s program and ACTIVITIES. I accept full responsibility for my own/my child s actions. In consideration of being allowed to participate in the Gymnastics Club s program and ACTIVITIES, I hereby agree as follows: To waive any and all claims that I have or may have in the future against, and to release and discharge from any and all liability, the Gymnastics Club, it s directors, officers, employees, consultants, agents, contractors, volunteers, and representatives, and their respective successors and assigns, or any of them in connection with or participation in the Gymnastics Club s program and ACTIVITIES (collectively, the Releasees ), for any and all of the following: Personal injury; Death; Property damage; and/or Any other loss, damage or expense, Appendix D (Page 2) arising from any cause whatsoever, including negligence (including, but not limited to, negligence caused by my own actions or inactions, those of others participating in the ACTIVITIES, the conditions in which the ACTIVITIES take place, or negligence of the Releasees), breach of contract, or breach of any statutory duty or other duty of care, on the part of the Releasees, and further including the failure on the part of the Releasees to take reasonable steps to safeguard or protect me from the risks, dangers and hazards of participating in the Gymnastics Club s program and ACTIVITIES. I further agree to indemnify, save, and hold harmless each of the Releasees from any loss, liability, damage or cost which any may incur as a result of a claim, brought by myself or anyone on by behalf, against any of the Releasees. AUTHORIZATION OF FIRST AID IN CASE OF EMERGENCY AND INDEMNIFICATION OF COSTS: I hereby authorize basic first aid to be delivered to me/my child by the Gymnastics Club s staff or other authorities. By administering first aid when required or requested, the Gymnastics Club in no way warrants or assumes any liability in relation to the administration of such basic first aid. I further understand and agree that, in the case of an emergency, the Gymnastics Club assumes no responsibility or obligation relative to any cost or expense related to carrying out an emergency procedure and/or emergency transportation for me/my child and I agree to pay for such costs and expenses and shall indemnify and reimburse the Gymnastics Club for any such costs or expenses that it incurs. I confirm and agree that this Notification and Assumption of Risk, Consent to First Aid Treatment, and Release of Liability and Waiver of Claims shall be governed by the laws of the Province of Alberta. I confirm and agree that if any portion of this Notification and Assumption of Risk, Consent to First Aid Treatment, and Release of Liability and Waiver of Claims is found to be void and unenforceable, the balance, notwithstanding, shall continue in full force and effect. I CONFIRM THAT I HAVE READ AND UNDERSTAND THIS LEGAL AGREEMENT, I AGREE TO BE BOUND BY ITS TERMS, AND I AM AWARE THAT BY SIGNING THIS AGREEMENT I AM WAIVING CERTAIN LEGAL RIGHTS AGAINST THIS GYMNASTICS CLUB INCLUDING THE RIGHT TO SUE OR CLAIM COMPENSATION FOLLOWING AN ACCIDENT. Signed this day of, 20 at Signature of Participant (if over 18 years of age) Signature of Witness Signature of Parent of Guardian (as named above) Signature of Witness Date:

33 Appendix E TRANSFER OF QUALIFICATIONS FROM THE LEVELS NCCP TO THE COMPETENCY BASED NCCP NOTE: In order to determine which courses are required to become trained or certified at a specific level, first determine your current level in the first column "Coach Qualifications in the Levels NCCP" and follow that row/line to the desired level. Community Sport Stream Competition Stream Coach Pre-CiT Gymnastics Foundations Competition Introduction Competition Intro Advanced Competition Development Competition Dev Advanced Qualifications year old Initiation (AeG, ASG, MAG, RG, TG, WAG) Level 2 (MAG, RG, TG, WAG) New MAG, RG, TG, WAG Context Level 3 (MAG, RG, TG, WAG) Pilot (MAG, RG, TG, WAG) in Levels NCCP GCG Program Introduction Theory Gym Sport Evaluation STATUS Theory Technical Practical STATUS Workshop Workshop Evalution STATUS Theory Technical Practical STATUS Courses & Assignments Athlete STATUS L1 CERTIFIED Certified L1 Theory & Technical Trained L1 Technical & Practical In training L1 Technical In training L1 Theory or CI-PA In training L2 CERTIFIED Certified TBD TBD TBD TBD L2 Theory & Technical Trained TBD TBD TBD TBD L2 Technical & Practical In training TBD TBD TBD TBD L2 Technical In training TBD TBD TBD TBD L2Theory or CI-PB In training TBD TBD TBD TBD L3 CERTIFIED Certified L3 Theory & Technical Trained L3 Technical & Practical In training L3 Technical In training L3 Theory or CD modules In training L4 CERTIFIED Certified L4 Course(s) Trained National Team athlete In training Legend: Certified in SAME GYM DISCIPLINE To be certified in ACTIVE START (AS) all coaches must complete the AS Course and Evaluation. Credited Must complete the Competition Introduction Make Ethical Decision (MED) module and online evaluation to maintain Certified status To be completed by the coach TBD To be determined by GCG CI-PA Competition Introduction Part A Multi-sport modules (MED, Nutrition, Plan a Practice) CI-PB Competition Introduction Part B Multi-sport modules (Design a Basic Sport Program (DBSP), Teaching & Learning, Basic Mental Skills) CD Competition Development Multi-sport modules (the coach must complete 4 of the 6 CD modules as well as the MED and DBSP modules)

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35 Appendix F GCG NCCP Coaching Program - At A Glance Community Sport Stream Competition Stream Pre-CIT Gymnastics Foundations Competition Introduction Competition Introduction Advanced Competition Development Competition Development Advanced Competition High Performance Required for: Coaching Assistant working under direct supervision of a certified coach. Status: Available Status: Available Delivery: Clubs Delivery: PTO Cost: FREE Cost: PTO / GCG Content: Part 1/Year 1: 10 Tutorials (total 5 hours) distributed over the training year 10 hours of in-gym coaching time with Tutor Coach Minimum of 8 hours gymming Part 2/Year 2: 5 hours of in-gym coaching time with Tutor Coach 10 hours of officiating and/or administration tasks Minimum 7 hours of gymming Prerequisites: years Registered club/pto members Required for: LTAD Stages 1+2 Active Start 0-6 years Making physical activity a fun part of daily life. Fun/Fitness/FUNdamentals 6-8 years (females) 6-8/9 years (males) Learning fundamental movement skills and building overall motor skills. Building physical literacy. Content: GF Introduction Course 1 day - Multi-sport: history, philosophy, fun and fitness, teaching, learning and class management, fundamental movement patterns. GF Practical Coaching 10 weeks - Workbook. GF Theory Course 4 hrs - Make Ethical Decisions and Plan a Practice. Discipline Specific Foundations Course 1 day - Active Start, Aerobic, Artistic, Rhythmic, or Trampoline. Discipline Specific Foundations Evaluation Coach's portfolio + video or on-site evaluation. Prerequisites: Minimum age 16 if Pre-CIT is not completed. Minimum age 15 if Pre-CIT is completed. Required for: LTAD Stages Required for: LTAD Stages Required for: LTAD Stages Required for: LTAD Stages 6+7 Fun/Fitness/FUNdamentals 6-8 years (females) 6-8/9 years (males) Learning fundamental movement skills and building overall motor skills. Building physical literacy. Building the Skills 7-9 years (females) 8-10 years (males) Development of gymnastics skills and overall sport skills. Identification of one or two disciplines. Participation in formal competition may start towards the end of this stage. Specialization 9-11 years (females) years (males) All key gymnastics skills well established during this stage; discipline-specific skills developed. Specialization in gymnastics. Competitions reflect specific needs of gymnast. Building the Skills 7-9 years (females) 8-10 years (males) Development of gymnastics skills and overall sport skills. Identification of one or two disciplines. Participation in formal competition may start towards the end of this stage. Specialization 9-11 years (females) years (males) All key gymnastics skills well established during this stage and discipline-specific skills developed. Specialization in gymnastics. Competitions reflect specific needs of gymnast. Becoming a Consistent Competitor 10/ years (females) (males) Developing and refining advanced skills and routines of increasing complexity and difficulty. High level provincial, national or HP athletes. Specialization 9-11 years (females) years (males) All key gymnastics skills well established during this stage and discipline-specific skills developed. Specialization in gymnastics. Competitions reflect specific needs of gymnast. Becoming a Consistent Competitor 10/ years (females) (males) Developing and refining advanced skills and routines of increasing complexity and difficulty. High level provincial, national or high performance athletes. Winning at All Levels 13/14-18+years (females) (males) Optimization of performance according to specific goals. Competition at provincial, national, and international levels. Winning at All Levels 13/14-18+years (females) (males) Optimization of performance according to specific goals. Competition at provincial, national and international levels. International Excellence 16+ (females) 18+ (males) At highest level of international competition. Required for: LTAD Stages 7 International Excellence Own The Podium directed funding to support High Performance program and results. Status: In Development (2016) Status: In Development (2016) Status: In Development (2016) Status: Pilot ( ) Status: Available Delivery: PTO / GCG Delivery: PTO / GCG Delivery: PTO / GCG Delivery: GCG / NCI Delivery: GCG / OTP Cost: Determined by PTO / GCG Cost: Determined by PTO / GCG Cost: Determined by PTO / GCG Cost: Determined by GCG / NCI Cost: GCG / OTP Content: Until developed, continue with NCCP Level 2: Multi-Sport Modules: 2 days: Design a Basic Sport Program, Teaching and Learning, Basic Mental Skills. Discipline Specific Technical days: MAG, WAG, RG, or TG Practical (Discipline Specific) hours Content: TBD Content: Until developed, continue with NCCP Level 3: Multi-sport Modules: Complete 4 of 6 modules: Coaching & Leading Effectively, Managing Cnflict, Leading Drug-free Sport, Psychology of Performance, Developing Athletic Abilities, Prevention & Recovery. May require MED and DBSP. Discipline-specific Technical days Practical (Discipline-specific) Minimum 1 year. Evaluation (Discipline-specific) As part of practical. Content: GCG Comp Dev Advanced Course or Advanced Coaching Diploma Program 2 years to complete. 4 Themes: Coaching Effectiveness, Coaching Leadership, Training and Competition Readiness, and Performance Planning. Organized with various modules for each theme. Content: Coach specific development. Prerequisites: Level 1 certified or Gymnastics Foundations trained. Minimum age 16. Prerequisites: TBD Prerequisites: Level 2 certified. 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37 old Level 4 Gym COMPETITION 4 (C4) (Development Advanced) 4 courses, each is one week long, taking place over 2 years *During the interim while we are transitioning from Levels NCCP to the Competition Stream: C1 Trained Coaches (JO 3-5) and C2 Trained coaches (JO 6-9) may access the competition floor at Provincial and Western Championships with athletes in those respective levels under indirect supervision of a Level 2 WAG Certified coach. This temporary certification exemption will expire Sept Following this deadline coaches will be required to be certified. Please note: This exemption does not apply to the old Levels system. Appendix G old Level 1 Gym old Level 2 Gym Gymnastics Foundations (GF) 2.5 day course GF Theory course GF Intro course GF Sport Specific course COMPETITION 1 (C1) (Introduction) 4 day course NCCP Coaching Summary old Level 2 Gym COMPETITION 2 (C2) (Introduction Advanced) 4 day course old Level 3 Gym COMPETITION 3 (C3) (Development) 4 day course Gymnastics Foundations ARTISTIC & TRAMPOLINE TRAINED Competition 1 TRAINED Competition 2 TRAINED Competition 3 TRAINED Competition 4 TRAINED Gymnastics Foundations Evaluation Portfolio + Evaluation (on-site or video) Competition 1 Evaluation Portfolio + Evaluation (on-site or video) Competition 2 Evaluation Portfolio + Evaluation (workshop or video) Competition 3 Evaluation Portfolio + Evaluation (in training & in competition) Competition 4 Evaluation Portfolio + Evaluation + National Team athlete Gymnastics Foundations CERTIFIED Competition 1 CERTIFIED Competition 2 CERTIFIED Competition 3 CERTIFIED Competition 4 CERTIFIED GF Trained: WAG JO 1-2* MAG P 1* * (under indirect supervision of Level 2/C1 WAG/MAG certified coach sport specific) CANGYM: Burgundy Purple (under indirect supervision of GF certified Artistic coach) GF Certified/L1 Artistic Gym: WAG JO 1-2 (independently) MAG P1 (independently) CANGYM: Burgundy-Purple (can supervise and mentor GF Trained coaches in these badges) Blue - Silver (under indirect supervision of Level 2/C1 certified coach) C1 Trained: WAG JO 3-5* MAG P2-3, Elite 1-2* *(under indirect supervision of Level 2/C1 certified WAG/MAG coach sport specific) Pre-competitive CANGYM: Blue Yellow (under indirect supervision of Level 2/C1 certified coach) C1 Certified/L2 WAG Certified: WAG JO 3-5 (independently) MAG P2-3, Elite 1-2 (independently) Pre-competitive CANGYM: Blue Yellow (can supervise and mentor C1 Trained coaches in these badges) C2 Trained: WAG JO 6-9*(under indirect supervision of Level 2/C2 certified coach) CANGYM: Green Gold (under indirect supervision of Level 2/C2 certified coach) C2 Certified/L2 WAG Certified: WAG JO 6-9 (independently) CANGYM: Green Gold (can supervise and mentor C2 Trained coaches in these badges) Pre-requisite to access floor at Western & Canadian Gymnaestrada C3 Trained: WAG JO 10* - HP (under indirect supervision of Level 3/C3 certified coach) C3 Certified/L3 WAG Certified: WAG JO 10 - HP (independently) Pre-requisite to access floor at Canadian Championships C4 Certified/L4 Certified: Requirement for International Competitions

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39 Appendix H NCCP Professional Development Points (PD Points) GF Certified = 10pts/5years Competition Intro Certified (L2) = 20pts/5years Competition Development Certified (L3)= 30pts/5yrs