Durban North
Gymnastics Club
2014 Competitive Squad Handbook
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Introduction
This booklet is intended as a guide to Durban North Gymnastics Club (the Club) as well as
an introduction to the world of competitive Artistic Gymnastics in South Africa.
It aims to cover the involvement required of the competitive gymnasts and their parents and
explain the unique challenges of artistic gymnastics as well as the structure of the Club’s
competitive groups.
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About The Club
The Club was formed in 1985 by Mrs Molly Short and soon thereafter a club committee was
founded to provide the Club’s members with a meaningful role in the future of the club.
Arge Nienhuser was recruited as manager of the club in 1999 and has diligently steered it to
its current level of success.
The Club is affiliated with the KZN Gymnastics Union and the South African Gymnastics
Federation and offers quality programmes in Gymnastics for all, including general
participation in preschool and recreational gymnastics as well as competitive performance in
the sport of Men’s and Women’ Artistic Gymnastics (MAG and WAG).
The Club has experienced some very successful years and currently enjoys a reputation of
being one of the best gymnastics clubs in the country. It has grown to the point that it is
operating at full capacity, which brings with it many challenges, the biggest being that,
inspired by the success of their peers, more and more gymnasts want to train more often to
improve their skills and to progress to the next level.
Unless we move facilities and/or increase the size of our coaching staff we will not be able to
accommodate everyone that aspires to more.
This does have one very beneficial side effect. Because the kids are competing for limited
opportunities and places, the standard of gymnastics attained at the Club has been raised
even further leading to even greater success.
The Club’s Vision
To become an important role player in the sport of Artistic Gymnastics at both a Provincial
and National level.
The Club’s Mission
To promote the sport of gymnastics and assist in the physical and emotional development of
each member by providing them with the opportunities needed to challenge themselves to
their true potential and ambitions. The club exists so that all gymnasts have an opportunity to
reach their potential and lead fulfilling lives.
The club’s motto is “persistence is success”.
Structure
The Club is a non-profit organisation headed up by a Club Committee elected annually at an
AGM. The manager oversees all of the club’s daily operational requirements.
The Staff
Name
Arge Nienhuser
Corne Moll
Kim Paul
Gina O’ Gorman
Position
Manager and Boys Head Coach
Girls Head Coach
Girls High Performance Coach
Trainee Coach/ junior girls coach
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Operating times:
Monday to Friday: 13.00-18.30. Please note that the coaches are invariably busy with
classes during this time, so should you wish to see a coach, kindly make an appointment
ahead of time. Members are encouraged to make use of our various electronic media
initiatives listed below to keep abreast of cub activities:
Web Page: www.dngymnastics.co.za
Facebook: www.facebook.com/dngymnastics
Email: durbannorthgym@gmail.com
If all else fails, Arge’s phone number: 0828794321
Fund raising:
Medium to High level gymnastics requires sophisticated (expensive) equipment which often
has a limited life span. Fundraising activities are needed to replace equipment and to assist
the club and its members to fulfil their objectives.
We aim to have 4 fundraising events per year; including a raffle, two fun days and the
hosting of an interclub competition.
All parents are requested to consider the ways in which gymnastics has a positive impact on
their children’s lives, and to participate wholeheartedly in fundraising efforts.
Fees
The Club has recently moved toward a fee structure which represents the hours each
gymnast trains. As it is impractical to charge an hourly rate - too many gymnasts train
different hours, we have devised "time periods" that span a certain amount of hours. Please
see the fee schedule at the back of the hand book for the detailed breakdown in fees.
An annual SAGF registration fee is compulsory for all competing gymnasts, and is added to
the first terms fees.
Club Prize Giving
The Club prize giving is held towards the end of the year and is a fun event and a
celebration of the year’s successes at which the Club acknowledges and rewards those
gymnasts that have achieved over the year. All competitive gymnasts should attend.
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Artistic Gymnastics Programme Overview
Women’s Artistic Gymnastics or WAG is broken down into to 4 apparatus: Vault, Bar, Beam
and Floor.
Men’s Artistic Gymnastics or MAG is broken down into 6 apparatus: Floor, Vault, Parallel
Bars and Horizontal Bars, with Pommel and Rings being introduced from level 4 onwards.
The Club follows the SAGF’s competitive program, which progresses from Level 1 to Level
10, at which stage a gymnast attains Elite or Olympic Level status.
Levels 1-3 are the beginner or foundation levels, with the focus at competition being on
participation as opposed to winning or places.
At these levels, the routines performed are prescribed, with no latitude for individuality. A
minimum of 2-6 hours a week of training are required to master the relevant skills in these
levels.
Levels 4-6 are intermediate levels, and are more results driven than levels 1 to 3.
Consistent training of at least 6 to 10 hrs a week is necessary to cope adequately. The
routines performed are largely prescribed, with some apparatus allowing limited voluntary
routines.
Levels 7–Elite are advanced levels, where gymnast perform their own routines to suite their
personal style and preferences. These levels require full commitment and dedication from
the gymnast.
Gymnasts are not bound to participate in the levels in chronological order- they can repeat or
skip levels at the recommendation of the coach.
An alternative, high performance Class Program has also been introduced. The Program
works on age bands (Class 1 for 7 & under, Class 2 for 9 & under, Class 3 for 10 & under).
Whereas classes 1 and 2 are still within reach of the average committed and talented
gymnast, from class 3 the program becomes all consuming, demanding commitment of 18
hour per week training and remaining within reach of only 1% of gymnasts.
The coaches at the Club are considering introducing the Class Program where applicable.
Both Programs have their pros and cons and it is possible for a gymnast to swap between
the two programs over the course of their training. It is not uncommon for younger gymnasts
to interchange between the two programs at the coach’s discretion and it is important for
parents and gymnasts to understand that swapping from the Class Program to Levels is not
considered a downgrade and in the same vein, swapping from Levels to Classes is not
considered an upgrade. Rather it is a reflection on where the coach thinks the gymnast will
be most competitive for their age group at that time.
Further information as issued by the SAGF regarding the levels and class systems is
available on our website. www.dngymnastics.co.za See “Classes & Services” and click on
the relevant level.
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Selection to the Competitive Squad
All gymnasts including recreational gymnasts go through a testing process during the course
of each year. This enables the Club to place the gymnast in the programme where they will
be most happy and successful.
While physical attributes (flexibility and strength) of a gymnast may initially lead the coaches
to identify potential in a child, the most dominant factors in a successful gymnastics career
are mental toughness, frequent training and perseverance.
Successful placement in the competitive programme is based on a number of factors
including but not limited to:
Gymnastics is a technically challenging sport and its very nature encourages the pursuit of
perfection. Basic skills must be mastered before a gymnast can successfully advance from
one level to the next.
Many physically talented children drop out of competitive gymnastics as the required skills
become more difficult and the demands on them increase. Others, who might not initially
have raised the attention of a coach, become noticed as they work tirelessly to master these
required gymnastics skills.
The sport requires so much from a gymnast that it is inevitable that one’s weaknesses will
come to the forefront, and this is where gymnasts face their greatest challenge – to confront
these weaknesses and overcome them. Most children are not even able to learn a perfect
cartwheel, even after years of trying. Very few have the ability to achieve the full control and
technical perfection required in the sport of gymnastics. This is the reason why the sport is
held in such high esteem and what makes it so unique and compelling.
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The Training
Regular, frequent and consistent training forms the backbone of success in the sport of
gymnastics.
During the early developmental stages of gymnastics, great emphasis is placed on physical
preparation and conditioning of the body. Repetition is key to success, and long breaks
between training are not ideal.
For this reason, Gymnasts are required to make every effort to attend holiday training.
Please refer to the Club calendar at the end of this handbook for holiday and other additional
training dates.
Expectations of Gymnasts
Competitive gymnasts are expected to attend all training sessions. In each training session
they will follow the instruction of the coach and work to the best of their ability.
On joining the competitive squad you will notice that Gymnastics involves more hours than
most other sports for children of the same age. It requires commitment from the gymnast
and their parents/caregivers.
Gymnastics does not just enhance physical skills, it also teaches self-discipline and
confidence. Gymnasts are encouraged to become independent and learn good
sportsmanship.
At training, gymnasts are expected to:
Text the coach if they are going to be late
coaches’ instructions
the Club equipment with care
heir abilities
Gymnasts are encouraged to respect their physical bodies, fuel them with nutritious food,
and have plenty of rest.
Successful training will only happen if a gymnast arrives at each training session prepared
and rested.
Ideally, gymnasts should not engage in activities that are detrimental to their training. Such
activities include those activities with a high accident rate such as skate boarding, BMX
biking or Motocross, as well as physical contact sports.
In addition, gymnasts should not engage in physically demanding sports prior to a
gymnastics training session.
The gymnast needs to listen to his/her body when it’s telling them to stop because of injury
or ill health.
Gymnastics is the most demanding and difficult of all sports, there will be fear, setbacks,
frustration, and defeat. Expect these things. Set high goals and achieve them step by step.
It is a positive attitude that helps gymnasts to attain their goals.
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Injured Gymnasts/Illness
Injured gymnasts may still be required to attend training for all or a portion of the scheduled
time. Every injury is different and the coach will advise on whether full or partial training
sessions are required or advisable.
Gymnasts that have infectious diseases must not come to the gym while they are
contagious.
Missed Training Sessions
Please note that each training session is specialised and aimed at the gymnasts in that
specific class. Gymnastics is a complicated sport to teach and learn and we have tried as
much as possible to create groups based on similar ability, age and levels. Gymnasts of
different levels, different abilities and different height and strength are coached accordingly.
Furthermore, there is the issue of numbers – most of the classes are full to capacity as it is.
For these reasons, should a gymnast miss a training session due to illness, injury, school or
other sports commitments, they may not arbitrarily make up the missed session by choosing
to join another class which they do not usually attend. It is at the coach’s discretion to invite
the gymnast to attend a make-up class. Missed classes are not refundable.
Expectations of Parent
Parents/Caregivers are expected to:
-off the gymnast/s five minutes before the training session starts;
gym when the gymnast cannot attend a training session or will be late;
;
;
ort that requires a high level of competency.
Parents play a crucial supporting role. Without this it is difficult for a gymnast to maintain the
interest and dedication required to be successful.
Areas you can help are:
 Providing positive support during training and competition, irrespective of
performance on the day.
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Providing a training free haven at home.
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Respecting other gymnasts and their parents.
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Maintaining communication with your child’s coach.
Parents are also encouraged to be involved in other ways from fundraising to joining the
parent committee or helping out in the Interclub Competition hosted by the Club. Assisting at
competitions provides opportunities to help, learn more about your child’s sport and get to
know the other parents.
Personal Gear
The coach will inform you if and when hand guards, wrist bands or strapping are required.
All gear must be clearly named.
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Discipline and its actions
If behavioural issues occur at training, disciplinary action will take place and can include the
following measures;
 a warning;
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Time out;
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Barred from training for the rest of the session;
Suspension from practice for a number of sessions;
Not for your Child?
If you and your child decide or think that competitive gymnastics is no longer what they want,
please arrange a meeting with your child’s coach to discuss the reasons and work through
any issues that may need to be resolved. You also need to notify the Club Manager in
writing of your decision.
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Competition Guidelines
The competition seasons generally run as follows:
 levels 1 to 3 and Class 1- end June to end August;
 levels 4-6 and Class 2- July to end September / early October;
 levels 7 up and class 3 up- May to July
The majority of competitions are interclub competitions, hosted by the different gymnastics
clubs in the region. The clubs that generally host interclub competitions in our region include
DNGC, Thekweni, Pinetown Gymnastics Club and Pietermaritzburg Gymnastics Club. These
interclub competitions lead up to the regional/ Interprovincial competition. Please refer to the
Club Calendar at the back of this handbook for information on upcoming competitions.
The first interclub competition is held approximately 6 weeks before the Provincial
championships.
Competitions for levels 1 to 3 are usually held on a Saturday, while levels 4 to 6 may
compete on Friday afternoons/evenings.
The coaches will decide if a gymnast is ready to compete but parents will receive event
information well in advance and are expected to commit to events timeously. The staff will
use this information when entering gymnasts into competitions.
A gymnast will not be entered in a competition if any of the following scenarios arise:
 the required skills have not been mastered, as it is important for the gymnast to
maintain a feeling of confidence and comfort;
 the gymnasts Club account is not up to date;
 disciplinary issues exist;
 The gymnast’s account is in arrears.
Entry Fees
The Club select the competitions that the squads will attend early in the year when the
competition calendar is finalised.
Entry fees range from R110 for smaller interclub competitions through to R180 for Regional
competitions and R350 or more for Zones or National Championships.
Parents may also be required to fund travel costs of coaches/judges to Zones and National
Championships.
Entry fees are called for about 4 weeks in advance and the fees are not refundable.
In some instances, late entries may be accepted however they may incur a fine of double the
cost. Your child’s entry will not be put forward until payment has been received.
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Competition Uniform
The competition uniform for inter-club competitions comprises a competition leotard, club
tracksuit and club competition bag (back pack). As with any sport, all competing gymnasts
are required to have all the relevant kit.
 Competition Leotards
Girls wear leotards corresponding with their Level. Mid-way through term 1, DNGC will
set aside a week where sizing and ordering of new uniforms is done.
New leotards cost between R190 and R220 depending on the level at which the gymnast
is competing and the size of the leotard. There is also an opportunity to sell second hand
leotards where the girls have out grown them, provided they are still in good condition.
The boys competition leotards and shorts are in the process of being revamped, ad more
information will be provided during the course of the year.
The competition leotards are not used in training sessions.
 Tracksuits
All DNGC competitive gymnasts (MAG - Men’s Artistic Gymnastics & WAG - Women’s
Artistic Gymnastics) wear the same uniform Club tracksuit. As above, these will be fitted
each year, followed by an opportunity to buy a new or second hand tracksuit.
 Competition Bag
Each gymnast will also be required to buy a competition bag, for storing their tracksuit,
water and other bits and pieces while on the competition floor. The current stock of bags
has been sponsored by Super Sport Lets Play, for which we are most grateful.
Competition Day
The timetable for competing on the day is only put out by the organisers once all the entries
have been received. This is normally about one week before the competition. As a result,
when indicating your gymnast’s availability for a competition, it is best to ensure their
availability for the entire day.
At interclub competitions, Level 1 to 3 gymnasts compete on one day, generally at different
times. Competitions for each level usually last about 3 hours including prize-giving.
Gymnasts are expected to stay for prize-giving unless they have been excused by the
control judge.
Gymnasts are required to have a bottle of water and if absolutely necessary, a HEALTHY,
non-messy snack in their competition bag.
Warm Up
All gymnasts must be at the competition venue 30 minutes before their level is due to
compete, to enable time to settle in and warm up.
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During the Competition
 All gymnasts must wear the DNGC competition leotard allocated for their level;
 The full DNGC tracksuit must be worn (Clean white or black socks may be worn);
 Underwear may not be visible above or below the lines of the leotard or through clear
inserts;
 Gymnasts may not adjust their clothing / equipment during their performance (points
deduction);
 The leg cut of the leotard may not extend above the hip bone (maximum).
 Gymnasts may use facial and hair glitter provided that the use thereof is not excessive,
and does not detract from aesthetic sportive values
 No jewellery (bracelets, necklaces,) may be worn.
 -Only small stud type pierced earrings are allowed – no other body piercing jewellery
permitted.
 Hip or other padding is not allowed.
 Bandages are permitted; they are to be securely fastened.
 Joint braces are permitted – these must be flesh coloured.
 Handgrips are permitted at the uneven bars.
 The wearing of gym shoes and / or socks is optional.
 Cycle pants (mid- thigh) are permitted for Girls Level 1& 2 11&o and Level 3 13&o.
 Girl’s hair must be firmly tied back with ties that are Navy, Black or White. For levels
1-3, either 2 ponies or 2 plaits are preferable, to enable the girls to comfortably do a
backward roll. (Point deductions may be incurred for untidy hair that falls in the
gymnast’s eyes.)
 Gymnasts must conduct themselves in a sportsmanlike way.
 The gymnast may only leave the competition floor for the toilet or the first aid station,
and only with the clearance of the Judge.
 The gymnast is to have no contact with the spectators.
 Spectators are not to use flash photography. It distracts the gymnasts and the
judges.
 Parents/Spectators are not allowed onto the competition floor.
 Please note that as regards scoring, the judges’ decision is final, and even the
coaches are very rarely allowed to query a score.
 For more information on the technical side of scoring at the various levels, please
see the relevant SAGF manuals on our website www.dngymnastics.co.za click on
“Classes & Services” and click on your gymnasts relevant level (1-3 or 4+). There
you will find the current SAGF Manual, setting out the routines, and the various
points deductions.
After the Competition
All gymnasts must stay for the ceremony after the competition unless permission has been
granted to leave early.
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Regional’s (KZN Champs)
As a rule, a gymnast is required to have competed in at least two interclub competitions to
be able to enter the regional competition.
The gymnasts coach will make the decision as to whether the gymnast is ready to compete
at Regional’s or not.
Zones Festival (Inter-Provincial)
Gymnasts in levels 1-3 may be selected to represent KZN in the Zones competition- this is
the equivalent of an Inter-Provincial Competition, and is held towards the end of August.
Selection is usually based on performance at Regional’s (KZN Champs).
As this competition can be very intimidating, with hundreds of gymnasts competing, it is not
always recommended that the younger gymnasts compete at Zones. Therefore, irrespective
of selection, the gymnasts coach will make the decision as to whether the gymnast is ready
to travel to Zones or not.
There are 3 Zones: North, Central and South.
KZN falls within the “Central Zone” which comprises KZN, Gauteng North, Freestate North
and South, Northwest Province and Northern Cape. Each participating province has a turn to
host the Zones Festival.
Please note that level 1-3 gymnasts representing their province at the Zones Festival are
generally expected to buy the KZN leotard and the KZN tracksuit.
Nationals
Gymnasts in level 4 and up may be selected to compete at National Champs (SA Gym
Games). Selection to Nationals is made based on the result of the gymnast’s performance at
Regional’s.
Level 4 girls representing their province at nationals must compete in the KZN leotard, while
level 5 and above may wear their own choice of leotard. Furthermore, all representatives
must wear KZN tracksuits.
Please note that the level 4-6 and class 2 National competitions are always held in the 3rd
term Holidays (early October). Please take this into account when booking holidays.
DNGC’s home Competition
Our club holds its own competition sometime during the inter-club competition season
(July/August) each year.
All parents are expected to assist with this competition.
Your assistance could include:
Setting up the gym in preparation for the competition
Baking for the tuck-shop
Provision of food for the tuck-shop/judges
Working in the tuck-shop
Manning the registration table
Assisting with score keeping or score holding
Returning the gym back to its original state ready for the next week
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Conclusion
We hope that this handbook assists in addressing your many queries and concerns as your
gymnast enters the world of competitive gymnastics, and we hope you and your child have
many happy years with our club!
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First Aid for home:
Ailment
Rips
Head/Neck
injury
Treatment
Treatment for Rips is minimal and may include
- Take dead skin off
- Put damp teabags on for 10 minutes
- Coach will tape hands
If a blister isn’t too painful, try to keep it intact. Unbroken skin over a
blister provides a natural barrier to bacteria and decreases the risk of
infection. Cover a small blister with an adhesive bandage, and cover a
large one with a porous, plastic-coated gauze pad that absorbs moisture
and allows the wound to breathe.
Don’t puncture a blister unless it is painful.
We have a policy at DNGC that any injury to the head or neck must
receive the attention of a medical professional.
Control Swelling with RICE Therapy
- Rest the sprained or strained area. If necessary, use a sling for an arm
Sprain
injury or crutches for a leg or foot injury. Splint an injured finger or toe by
taping it to an adjacent finger or toe.
- ICE for 20 minutes every hour.
- Compress by wrapping an elastic (Ace) bandage or sleeve lightly (not
tightly) around the joint or limb.
- Elevate the area above heart level.
See a Doctor
The coach will let you know if a doctor’s evaluation is recommended.
Consult a doctor as soon as possible if there are symptoms of a possible
broken bone:
- There is a "popping" sound with the injury.
- The person can't move the injured joint or limb.
- The limb buckles when the injured joint is used.
- There is numbness
- There is significant swelling, pain, fever, or open cuts.
Follow Up
Continue RICE for 24 to 48 hours or until the person sees a doctor.
Ice vs Heat
Muscle
Indirect ice (an ice pack wrapped in a thin towel) is best for immediate
Pain, Aches relief. Heat will feel good while it's on, but it's not going to lessen the
or joint pain damage or make it go away anytime soon. Ice the sore area on
occurrence of the injury to reduce inflammation. Only apply heat 12 hours
after the incident to increase blood flow to the area. Heat also can help
relieve joint pain.
Muscle pain that comes on quickly and feels intense is a sign that you've
injured yourself. See a physio or doctor if your pain is severe or lasts for
more than a few days.
Bruising
Treatment for light bruises is minimal and may include
- RICE (rest, ice, compression, elevation),
- Later in recovery, light stretching exercises.
Particularly, immediate application of ice while elevating the area may
reduce or completely prevent swelling by restricting blood flow to the area
and preventing internal bleeding.
Rest and preventing re-injury is essential for rapid recovery.
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2014 Fee Schedule
Class
Per term
Additional fees:
Pre-school 45 min a week
R 630.00
Gym cubs - 60 min a week
R 650.00
Once off Joining R110
Annual KZNGU Registration: R145 non
competitive
Saturday class
Gym cubs -90 min a week
2-3.5 hrs a week
4 - 6 hrs a week
7 - 10 hrs a week
11 hrs + a week
R 530.00
R 870.00
R 1 100.00 Annual KZNGU Registration: R385 competitive
R 1 350.00
R 1 570.00
R 1 700.00
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Club 2014 CALENDAR
DA
TE
DISCIPLIN
E
EVENT
VENUE
January
Training resumes for selected groups
7
All
9
WAG
ICDI level 1-3
10
WAG
ICDI level 4+
11
15
31
WAG
ALL
WAG
ICDI level 1-3 Am and Level 4+ Pm
Schools start
ICDI level 4+
February
1
WAG
MAG
WAG
WAG
ICDI level 1-3
Nando's Cup squad training – HP2 & Jnr – 10.30 >
1.30
ICDI Level 4+
March
15
28
1
15
28
31
WAG
MAG &
WAG
ALL
WAG
ICDI Level 1-3
Nando's Cup squad training – HP2 & Jnr – 10.30 >
1.30
Schools Close
ICDI level 4 up
April
1
2
WAG
WAG
ICDI levels 1-3
ICDI level 4 up
3
4
7
WAG
WAG
ALL
26
MAG & WAG
ICDI level 1-3
ICDI level 4 up
Schools Open
Nando's Cup squad training –
HP2 & Jnr – 10.30 > 1.30
28
WAG
ICDI level 1-3
29
30
WAG
WAG
ICDI level 1-3
ICDI level 4 up
DbnNth
Thekwini 09.00
to 12.30
DbnNth 09.00 to
12.30
DbnNth
All provinces
DN 15.00- 18.30
DN After Fun
Class
Pinetown Gym
DN 15.00 -18.30
DN after Sat
classes
Pinetown Gym
All Provinces
DN 09.00 - 12.30
Thekwini 09.00
to 12.30
DN 9.00-12.30
Thekwini 09.00
to 12.30
DN 9.00-12.30
All Provinces
Pinetown Gym
Thekwini 09.00
to 12.30
Thekwini 09.00
to 12.30
DN 9.00-12.30
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May
1
2
WAG
WAG
17
22/23
MAG & WAG
MAG & WAG
30
MAG & WAG
30
31
WAG
WAG
6 and 7
13/14
20
21
27
27
28
30
1
2
3
4
5
7
8
9
10 Tbc
11 and
12
14
15
16
18 and
19
21
26
25July-
ICDI level 4 up
ICDI Fun outing (Beach, Ushaka, etc.)
Nando's Cup squad training – HP2 & Jnr
– 10.30 > 1.30
PGC club comp level 7 up
Entries due for KZN High Performance
trials(regional 7+)
ICDI Level 4+
ICDI level 4 up am then level 1-3 am/pm
June
Provincial Qualification for National
MAG & WAG Championships
MAG & WAG PMB Invitational Levels 1-6
WAG
ICDI Level 4+
Nando's Cup squad training – HP2 & Jnr
MAG & WAG – 10.30 > 1.30
ALL
Schools Close
MAG & WAG Entries due for National Championships
MAG & WAG PGC invitational level 1-3 club comp
WAG
ICDI level 4 up
July
WAG
ICDI level 4 up
WAG
ICDI level 4 up
WAG
ICDI level 4 up
WAG
ICDI level 4 up
WAG and MAG Thekwini Club Comp level 1-6
WAG
ICDI level 4 up
WAG
ICDI level 1-3
WAG
ICDI level 4 up
ICDI level 1-3 (Gail and Julie will be
WAG
driving to Klerksdorp)
MAG & WAG
WAG
WAG
WAG
MAG & WAG
ALL
WAG and
MAG
MAG , WAG &
National Championships – MAG & WAG
ICDI level 1-3
ICDI level 4 up
ICDI level 1-3
Nando's Cup Invitational – HP2 & Jnr
International
Schools Open
Dbn Nth Invitational Comp
Commonwealth Games
DN 9.00-12.30
Tbc
Pinetown Gym
Ptn Gym
KZN Office
Dbn Nth 15.00 to
18.30
DBN Nth times Tbc
Pinetown Gym
PMB Academy
DN 15.00 -18.30
Pinetown Gym
All Provinces
SAGF Office
PtnGym
DN 9.00-12.30
Thk 9.00-12.30
Thk 9.00-12.30
Thk 9.00-12.30
DN 9.00-12.30
Thekwini club
DN 9.00-12.30
Thk 9.00-12.30
DN 9.00-12.30
DN 9.00-12.30
Klerksdorp , North
West
Thk 9-12:30
DN 9.00-12.30
ThK 9-12:30
PTN Gym
All Provinces
Dbn Nth Club
Glasgow , UK
17
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2Aug
RG
2
9
15
16
MAG & WAG
WAG
MAG & WAG
MAG & WAG
22
23
16 to 28
29 and
30
WAG
MAG & WAG
MAG & WAG
29
MAG & WAG
5 and 6
19
20
MAG & WAG
MAG & WAG
MAG & WAG
26
27
MAG & WAG
WAG
WAG
3
ALL
3
4
WAG
WAG
MAG &
WAG
MAG &
WAG
ALL
3 to 12
8 to 11
13
August
Provincial L1 to L3 Festival
ICDI level 4 up am level 1-3 pm
Entries due for Zone Festivals
KZN Zone Festival TEAM Training
ICDI Level 4+
PGC level 4-6 club comp
Youth Olympic Games
Zone Festival – Central Zone (KZN , NW ,
NG , FS &NC)
Entries due for Provincial L4 up
competition
September
KZN Qualification for Gym Games – L4+
Entries due for Gym Games – L4+
KZN Gym Games TEAM Training
ICDI Level 4 to 6 ( two apps)
ICDI Level 4 to 6 (two Apps)
October
Schools Close
ICDI Level 4 to 6
ICDI Level 4 to 6 (two Apps)
Artistic World Championships
Gymnastics Games – L4+
Schools Open
Pmb Academy
Dbn Nth times tbc
SAGF Office
Pmb Academy
Dbn Nth 15.00 to
18.30
Ptn Gym
Nanjing , China
Pinetown Gym
KZN Office
Pinetown Gym
SAGF Office
Pinetown Gym
Dbn Nth 15.00 to
18.30
after Sat class
All Provinces
Dbn Nth 15.00
to 18.30
after Sat class
China
Swartklip , Cape
Town
All Provinces
November
Tba
ALL
Bazley either 28/29 Nov or 5/6 Dec
Bazley
McNichols
December
10
ALL
Schools Close
All Provinces
13 to 15 ??
ALL
Zone 6
Namibia
18
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