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1 Cartwheels Gymnastics Location: Main Gym, Sutherland P.C.Y.C., Waratah Park. (Off Rawson Ave). CartwheelsGymnastics.com P.O. Box 836, Gymea, 2227 Ph: Members Handbook Information, Terms & Conditions Tum- Artistic General Acrobatics The sport of gymnastics is a whole body sport providing participants with physical challenges promoting co-ordination, balance, flexibility & strength. The gym environment helps develop listening & comprehension skills, concentration, co-operation, teamwork, self discipline & provides gymnasts with the opportunity to perform for audiences. Cartwheels Gymnastics was established in 1999 & while we have competitive programs we are primarily a recreational facility. Our aim is to enable children of all ages & abilities to enjoy gymnastics to their fullest potential. CG provides a stimulating variety of equipment, often modified, to encourage confidence in beginners & a safe yet challenging environment for learning in the gym. Our progressive programs & equipment combine to enable students to learn at their own pace & work towards achievable goals. Programs are tailored to all ages & abilities, suitable for toddlers through to adults & advanced performance & competition classes. CG is an affiliated member of the sports state governing body (GYMNSW) & national governing body (GA). Our coaches follow the pathways of the National Coaches Accreditation Scheme (NCAS) & are required to undertake regular updating both internally & through GYMNSW.

2 Recreational Programs: Launchpad & Gymskills (General Gymnastics- GG): 1 hour programs utilising not only traditional apparatus but also modified equipment, including trampolines, climbing apparatus & even circus equipment. Launchpad includes activities from all gymsports & activities to challenge the body & mind alike. Gymnasts work through a progressive series of skills that encourage the development of each student as their physical competency improves. Launchpad classes are offered to students in Pre-school through to teenagers. For More information on the Launchpad benefits go to: Acro Tumble: In the tumbling program we specialize in floor work to develop tumbling skills, strength, flexibility & performance skills. We use a specialized tumbling trampoline, sprung floor & mini-trampoline to develop floor skills. While the emphasis is on floor skills the program also uses traditional gymnastic equipment for physical preparation & conditioning as well as activities from other gym sports. This class also caters for dancers who want to use tumbling skills & tricks in their routines & need help developing these skills. For Something a little more intensive: Non-Competitive Acrobatic Gymnastics: Is offered to gymnasts who would like to do acrobatics without being committed to the competition circuit. Acrobatic Gymnasts work in pairs & trios performing dance, balance, dynamic stunts & tumbling skills on the floor area. This is a 2 hr program where students may progress to the competition class if they want to take it further. Non-Competitive Women s Gymnastics: a more intensive 2 hour program for gymnasts who s skill level has outgrown the Gymskills program. If you are interested in this type of program please feel free to discuss your child s suitability with the coach. Advanced & Competitive Programs: Women s Artistic Gymnastics (W.G.): W.G. Levels Program: Also by selection, this is a competitive program for the more advanced students. These gymnasts can also compete in N.S.W.G.A. Team Gym competitions & are expected to perform in displays. Development Program: an intensive 2 hour program developing gymnasts for the either WG or Acro levels program. This program is offered by selection. If you are interested in this type of program please feel free to discuss your child s suitability with the coach. Acrobatic Gymnastics (Acro): Acrobatic Gymnastics is a competitive gym sport that incorporates dance, balance & tumbling skills on the floor area. It is a team sport that requires commitment as the gymnasts work in pairs or trios. Two routines are performed in competition: balance:- static skills, and dynamic:- throws & pitches. Acrobats must be available to compete on the required days & are also expected to perform in displays.

3 2014 Timetable* * This timetable is subject to change Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday LaunchPad 4-5 pm 4-5 pm 4-5 pm 9-10 am Gymskills 5-6 pm 5-6 pm 9-10 am Acro Tumble 4-5 pm 4-5 pm 5-6 pm am 5-6 pm Teens pm pm Adults pm Advanced Tumble Gym/Acro Extension Program Development Acr/Gym pm pm 4-6 pm Gym 4-6 pm Acro 4-6 pm Gym 5-7 pm Gym 5-7 pm Acro 4-6 pm Acr pm pm Acr 3A pm pm Optional- as a group 11 am-2 pm Acr pm pm 11 am-2 pm WG p-m pm WG WG * All class numbers are capped & vacancies may be limited, please arrange class placement or trial sessions prior to arrival.

4 Expectations The gymnast can expect: the CG coaches to nurture, encourage & develop their gymnastic ability to their maximum potential. Coaches provide a fun, friendly & safe environment whilst maintaining the highest professional & ethical standards. Coaches cannot guarantee the outcomes of competitions or the degree of competence a gymnast will achieve, however, the programs in place will give the gymnast the best chance to achieve their own potential if correctly followed with effort, practice & determination. What we expect of the Gymnasts & Parents: Gymnasts are expected to arrive on time, follow instructions & apply themselves to the program. Parents are expected to be supportive, ensure their child arrives & is picked up on time, has a water bottle, appropriate clothing & hair tied up (even short hair must be tied back). Both parents & children are expected to abide by the gym rules printed on page eight of this booklet & displayed in the gym. We expect everyone involved: parents, participants & coaches to be supportive & respectful of each other, spectators & officials. *2014 Tuition Fees & Memberships *Fees are subject to change Registration, Membership & Awards Levy : Launchpad, Tumble & Non-competitive groups: Starting in Term 1: $57 /calendar year Starting in Term 2: $52 /calendar year Starting in Term 3: $47 /calendar year Competition levels gymnasts & acrobats: Starting in Term 1: $93 /calendar year Starting in Term 2: $88 /calendar year Starting in Term 3: $83 /calendar year P.C.Y.C. Membership: is compulsory. It is your responsibility to arrange & pay for this membership at the P.C.Y.C. office- $12 /child, it is valid for 1 year from the time membership is paid. Membership cards must be shown at the office when entering the club prior to every lesson Tuition Rates: (based on a ten week term, subject to change) *Launchpad & Tumble classes -1 hr $ *Advanced tumble -1.5 hrs $ *Non-Comp Acro or Gym -2 hrs $ *WG development - 2 hrs $ *Competition class class -3 hrs $ *Competition class class -5 hrs $ *Competition class class -8 hrs $ *Adult classes: $150 for a ten week pass (not consecutive). Students combining multiple classes are eligible for an hourly rate discount.

5 .Membership & Fee Payment Membership, Registration & Awards Levy: It is a requirement that each gymnast is registered with Gym NSW prior to the commencement of classes. This is a yearly fee & is valid from the time of payment until the end of December each year. This registration is non-refundable & can t be transferred from one gymnast to another, however, it can be transferred between clubs. This fee combined with yearly award levy & membership will appear on your first 2014 invoice. Tuition Fees: Your child s place in class can only be guaranteed by full payment of tuition fees by the 1st week of the term. There are no casual fees, however arrangements can be made for payment by instalments. Tuition periods correspond with school terms & are adjusted for public holidays & differing term lengths. Fees are payable in advance & are non-refundable. Non-attendance (including family holidays) does not qualify you for a refund or credit except in some special circumstances. In the case of serious illness & on presentation of a doctors certificate fees will be credited accordingly on the next invoice. If for any reason a class is cancelled the tuition fees will be adjusted on the next invoice. Overdue accounts will incur a $10 administration fee per overdue notice unless prior arrangements have been made for an alternative payment method. Invoices & Payments: All invoices are sent by with payment instructions included each term. This invoice is due by week 1 of that term. All other invoices are due in seven days. It will be assumed that your child will continue from term to term in their chosen program unless you notify the us of your intention to discontinue however you will need to register each year. If you don t receive an ed invoice before term starts please use the contact us page of the website to let us know (in case there is a problem with ). Absence & non-payment in the first two weeks of a new term, without prior notice, will forfeit your position in that class. Note: New registrations cannot be accepted until prior outstanding debts have been finalised. In the case of overdue accounts please contact us to make alternative payment arrangements & request permission for your child to continue whilst the account is in arrears. Non payment may result in students being excluded from class. Tuition Schedule For 2014 Term 1:Starts Wednesday 29/1/14 & finishes Saturday 12/4/14 (11 weeks) Term 2: Starts Monday 28/04/14 & finishes Saturday 28/06/14 (9 weeks) Term 3: Starts Monday 1/07/14 finishes Saturday 20/9/14 (10 weeks) Term 4: Starts Tuesday 2/10/14 & finishes Saturday 13/12/14 (10 weeks) Note: There are no lessons during NSW public school holidays or public holidays however classes are held as usual on pupil free days. *The annual club Gala / Presentation day will be held on Sunday 7/12/2014

6 Absence & Illness: Do not bring sick children to gym, if they are too ill to attend school or pre-school, they are too ill to attend gymnastics. Apart from sick children needing rest & recovery time our coaches & other participants don t need exposure to viruses. If the coach gets sick the class may have to be cancelled & everyone misses out on gym! As a matter of courtesy please notify the coach if your child will be absent from class. The method of notification of sickness is to text message prior to class time. Contacting Staff & Notification of Changes: Always use the contact us page on our website for all queries/enquiries, the appropriate person will contact you as necessary. Do not phone the coaches unless it is an emergency. For safety reasons parents must immediately notify the coach of any changes in address or telephone contact details. Also notify the coach of any medical / disability information relevant to coaching your child. Uniforms & Clothing When your child first begins gymnastics classes they will need to wear comfortable & non-restrictive clothing. When you are happy that your child intends to continue with gymnastics it is recommended you purchase a club training uniform. Although the uniform is not compulsory, it is required for all performances or when representing the club at any external event. Development & Competitive participants are required to have full club uniform including club tracksuit, black leg-ins & training uniform. Competition leotards & performance costumes may also be required. These will be provided to students & invoiced as needed. Club Training Leotards & Training Tops can be purchased through the club. Training tops are to be worn with short, 3/4 or long length black leggings/ tights. Tights can also be worn over leotards. Boys wear a black bonds style Singlet & black sports shorts. Club Tracksuits: are recommended for the recreational students & compulsory for Competitive & Development program students. Order information will be made available prior to the order date, only one order will be placed during the year. Hair: make sure your child arrives at class with their hair tied up neatly, preferably plaited. Long flowing & even loose short hair restricts movement & is not acceptable. Water: All students are to bring a water bottle to gym, even in cooler weather gymnastics is thirsty work. Sugary drinks & juices are not appropriate. Lost Property: Lost property is held at the PCYC office. We will endeavour to return labelled items. Any clothing/property remaining at the gym at the end of the term will be donated to charity.

7 Gym Rules for Safety No-one is permitted to use the gym equipment at any time unless it is under the direct supervision of the coach. Non-participants are not permitted on the equipment at any time. No shoes or socks to be worn on equipment. Everyone s shoes must be removed before entering the equipment area. Suitable gym attire should be worn (see previous page for club uniform) & hair is to be tied up neatly. One participant at a time on trampolines & other equipment. Listen to & follow the coaches instructions at all times. No food or drink (except water) is allowed in the equipment area. Please be mindful that there are children with peanut allergy using this facility. All participants are required to bring a water bottle for consumption during class, juice & sugary drinks are not appropriate. No chewing gum. Treat the gym, equipment, coaches & other participants with respect. Dangerous & unruly behaviour is unacceptable, children who behave in such a manner will be asked to leave the class until they can behave appropriately. Discipline is the responsibility of the parent / guardian. No smoking in or around the facility Fire & Emergency procedures: 1. Stop all activities. 2. Follow the directions of the coach / person in charge. 3. You will be directed to leave the building via the nearest safe exit in a calm & orderly manner leave all belongings behind. 4. Wait in the designated* meeting area for further instructions *Designated area - P.C.Y.C. western car park. Note: Parents & spectators should also follow the same procedure. Do not attempt to collect your children before leaving the building as the coach will be directing them to the nearest exit. Wait at the designated meeting area for further instructions. Rolls will be checked by staff & when it has been established that all gymnasts are safely out of the building the supervisor can then grant permission for you to leave with your child. Assumption of Risk: During the gymnastics program your child will be using specialised equipment such as trampolines, beams, bars & other related apparatus. The unsupervised use of this equipment can place your child at risk of injury; therefore it is the responsibility of the parent / guardian to ensure the rules of the gym are understood & followed. Many activities in gymnastics involve inversion (being upside down) of the body, weight bearing on hands & aerial activities. The sport by it s nature carries an inherent risk of injury. Although all reasonable precautions are taken to ensure safety in the gym, injury may result during normal lesson activities. Parents must understand the risk & it s consequence. Please explain this risk to your children prior to the commencement of a gymnastics program along with the importance of listening to the coaches instructions & following the rules of the gym. The rules are implemented for their safety. Please read & explain the gym rules & fire drill procedures to your child. Waiver: This handbook, references & attachments are general in nature & their brevity could lead to misinterpretation. No responsibility can be accepted for those