Carstairs Gymnastics
2010-2011
carstairsgym@gmail.com
Fall Session – 10 Weeks
Winter Session – 10 weeks
Spring Session – 10 weeks
Classes Run Sept. 12th – Nov. 24th
Registration Policies
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Payment must be paid at time of registration
All classes are subject to minimum and maximum participant numbers and are filled on a first come first served basis
Classes may be combined or cancelled depending on participant numbers
A $25.00 fee will be charged on all NSF cheques
Participants/Parents must notify Carstairs Gymnastics Club in writing of withdrawal from classes
Absence does not constitute notification of withdrawal
Refunds are determined by amount paid, LESS $20.00 AGF fee, $10.00 Administration Fee, Fundraising, and classes
attended. There will be NO refunds after the first 3 weeks of classes unless for a medical reason in which case a doctor’s
note is required.
For 2nd, 3rd... children registered from the same family you will receive a 10% discount per child
Recreational Programs
Babygym
Gymtots/Gymtykes/Gympairs
Kindergym/Cangym 1-2
Cangym 3-4
Cangym 5+
Boys Cangym (badge 3+)
Teen/Adult classes
Fall Session
(10 weeks)
Winter Session
(10 weeks)
Spring Session
(10 weeks)
$60.00
$60.00
$60.00
$90.00
$90.00
$90.00
$120.00
$120.00
$120.00
$172.50
$172.50
$172.50
$220.00
$220.00
$220.00
$172.50
$172.50
$172.50
$50 for a 10 week session, once per week class
PLEASE NOTE: The Alberta Gymnastics Fee is separate. The AGF Fee is $18.00 once per year (July 2011-June
2012)
FUNDRAISING: In order to keep costs as low as possible each athlete must participate in a once yearly
mandatory fundraiser. A cheque or cash deposit is required at the time of registration. This year the fundraiser
is selling purdy’s chocolate bars. For preschool aged children they sell 1 box (20 bars) and Cangym aged children
sell 2 boxes (40 bars). The bars are sold for $2/each. The family maximum is 5 boxes (100 bars)
EQUIPMENT SET UP & TAKE DOWN: As we are not in a permanent facility it is crutial that we have parents to
help with set up and take down of the equipment. Sign up sheets will be at registration night and we ask that
each family registered sign up for 2 shifts. Set up is on Sundays at 7pm and take down is on Thursdays at
8:30pm. If you can not make your shift please try to find someone to cover for you or contact our club liason
Tanya 403-940-0225.
Program Information
Welcome to Carstairs Gymnastics. Carstairs Gymnastics is a non-profit organization that provides fun, quality
gymnastics classes to children of all ages. We are looking forward to another exciting season. We hope you
and your children have fun and enjoy participating in gymnastics this year. Periodically we will have
information for you and new this year we will be trying to send it to you through email. Please make sure that
we have a correct email address for you and notify us if it should change. We will still have a few
copies at the gym but in order to save costs and paper we will not be handing notices out to every child.
There are a few rules and regulations that you need to be aware of, so please read on and if you have any
questions or concerns please feel free to contact us.
PLEASE NOTE THAT THERE ARE NO CLASSES ON STATUTORY HOLIDAYS
Viewing Policy
At Carstairs Gymnastics we have an open door viewing policy. Observers are welcome to watch at all times
from the boot room area. We kindly ask that parents and siblings do not go on the equipment due to
insurance policies and safety issues. Please remove your shoes out in the lobby and put them on the racks
provided in order to keep the gym clean.
Communication
If you have any payments, fundraising, questions, concerns or comments please contact the appropriate board
member or talk to your child’s coach before or after class.
Levels and Badges
We have a badge database that is updated every session. Please register your child in the appropriate badge
level and if you have any questions or are unsure of your child’s level please speak to your child’s coach.
Make Up Classes
There will be no make-up classes to anyone who can not attend their scheduled class. If Carstairs Gymnastics
cancels a class due to illness or facility bookings we will do our best to provide a make-up class.
Gym Rules
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No food, gum or drinks (other than water) in the gym
No jewlery, except small stud earrings
No restrictive items should be worn (ie. Jeans)
Long hair must be tied back and out of eyes
Bare feet only
All participants must wait in the boot room until your coach takes attendance for class
Be ready for class, warm up is the most important part of class so please try not to be late
Participants must stay with their coach during class and ask permission to go to the bathroom or
get a drink
9. No one is allowed in the gym without their coach being present
Coaching Staff
We are proud of our professional coaching staff. Our coaches have been fully certified through the National
Coaches Certification Program (NCCP). They have all completed a minimum of level 1 certification. Our
coaches also have First Aid Certification and Respect in Sport. We from time to time may have a few coaches
in training who will be assisting as well.
Annual General Meeting
PLEASE come out and support your club. Our AGM is held once per year in August. Take this
opportunity to meet other parents and find out about your club. We will be going over everything for the
upcoming year as well as filling our Volunteer Board of Directors.
Class Descriptions
Pre-school Gymnastics
(Co-ed ages 12m-5yrs)
Developing good exercise habits at an early age will benefit your child for a lifetime. The key is to keep physical
activity fun and interesting. Our certified coaches will guide your child through a gently structured class and
they will learn basic gymnastics through music, songs, games and fun obstacle circuits.
Babygym
This class is for babies and toddlers ages 12-23m. This is a coach led – parent assisted class that
runs for 30 minutes once per week.
Gymtots
This class is for 2 year olds. This is a coach led – parent assisted class that runs for 45 minutes
once per week.
Gymtykes
This class is for 3-4 year olds. This is a semi-parented class where the parents will gradually
remove themselves from the floor as their child becomes more independent and confident.
Each class runs for 45 minutes once per week.
Gympairs
Back by Popular demand this class is specifically designed for one parent to bring two children
of preschool age. (1-4 years old) This class is coach led – parent assisted and runs for 45
minutes once per week.
Kindergym
This class is for 4-5 year olds and runs for 1 hour once per week. This is an un-parented class
where children will learn the basic body positions and gross motor skills while developing
independence and self confidence.
Cangym Badge Programs
(Co-ed ages 6+)
The CanGym badge program was created by Gymnastics Canada and is a progressive 14 level program that is
used throughout most gymnastics clubs in Canada. This program features vault, uneven bars, beam & floor.
Each gymnast will receive a progress report at the end of the session that will show some of what they have
worked on and learned.
Cangym 1/2
(Burg/Red)
This class is for children who are working on their burgundy or red badges or for children aged
6-7 without any previous gymnastics experience. This class runs for 1 hour once per week.
Cangym 3/4 This class is for children who are working on their tan or bronze badges or for children aged 8-9
(Tan/Bronze) without any previous gymnastics experience. This class runs for 1.5 hours once per week.
Cangym 5+
(Purple+)
This class is for children who are working on their purple or higher badges or for children aged
10+ without any previous gymnastics experience. This class runs for 2 hours once per week.
NEW Boys Cangym
(Tan+)
This class is for boys who are working on their cangym badge level 3 or higher. Or for
Boys aged 8+ without any previous gymnastics experience. This class runs for 1.5 hours
once per week.
Performance Groups
The performance groups are non-competitive groups of girls & boys who represent the Carstairs Gymnastics
Club at various events throughout the year. The kids will train twice weekly working at their own individual
pace on badge skills and learning individual routines. These kids will have the opportunity to participate in fun
meets (individual performances) as well as group events such as school/community demonstrations. As this is
a team we require a full commitment from September to May. There will be a year end wind up for all the
groups. For the 2011/2012 season we will have 6 different groupings. The groups are determined by our
Head coach Heather and will be based on your child’s ability as well as age & may change throughout the year.
For more information Please contact our Head Coach Heather at 403-608-8269 or carstairsgym@gmail.com or
check out our website www.carstairsgymnastics.com
Gym 4 U!
Catered for individuals aged 13 and up!
This is a chance to try the sport of Gymnastics using a wide variety of equipment, in a class specifically geared
towards teens & adults. We cater both to those coming back into the sport and for total beginners who wish
to try something completely new! Gymnastics is a great sport for fitness, stamina, balance, coordination,
strength and flexibility, which are beneficial at any age.
Teen Gym - Come out and have some fun while getting a workout with your friends!! Lessons generally start
with a structured warm-up followed by the option to follow a structured skill driven lesson or practice/develop
your own skills, then finishing with a warm-down.
Adult Gym - geared with an open approach to give you the support you need and the freedom you want, to
progress at your own pace. Lessons generally start with a structured warm-up followed by the option to follow
a structured skill driven lesson or practice/develop your own skills, then finishing with a warm-down.