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Gymnastics NSW
Gymnastics For All TECHNICAL HANDBOOK
POLICY NAME: GFA Technical Handbook
DATE OF ISSUE: February 2015
POLICY COVERAGE: All Gymnastics NSW GFA events & activities
DATE OF REVIEW: February 2016
CONTROLLING BODY: Gymnastics NSW
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Contents Page
Abbreviations 3
National Gymsports Commission 3
GNSW GFA Sports Management Committee 3
Sub Committees 4
Final Consideration 4
GFA SMC Meeting Schedule 4
Gymnastics For All 5
GFA Gymnastics Sport Policies 6
Regulations for Coaches 6
Regulations for Judges/Adjudicators 7
Coaching Information 8
Programs 9-13
Kindergym Programs 9
Gym Mix Program 10
Team Gym Program 11
Stepping Stones Program 12
Get up and Cheer Program 12
Events Opportunities 14-16
GNSW Performance Teams 17
Travelling overseas 18
GFA SMC Structure 19
GFA SMC Duty Statements 20-24
Annual Awards 25
GFA Coach of the Year Criteria 26
GFA Club of the Year Criteria 27
Kindergym Club and Coach of the Year Criteria 28
Inclusions Club of the Year Criteria 29
Appendix 1 – Application for sanctioning 20-21
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TECHNICAL HANDBOOK PURPOSE
The FIG Code of Points and Technical Regulations and the Gymnastics Australia Technical
Commission Regulations provide governance for Gymnastics for All programs. This
handbook provides technical regulations, competition rules, apparatus specifications as
well as general information relating to GFA in NSW with regard to Interclub and State
competitions.
ABBREVIATIONS Definitions
GFA NATIONAL GYMSPORT COMMISSION
National Technical Director Justin Hayes
General Member Programs 0-12yrs
Nicole Colev
General Member Programs 13+ yrs
Jillian Arthur
General Member Events and Activities
Ben Cork
General Member Education
Brooke Sergeant
National Sports Development Manager (SDM)
Petrina Hutchinson Email [email protected]
GNSW GFA SPORTS MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE
The GFA SMC consists of the following elected positions:
Technical Director Ben Cork Phone: Email:
0402 882 362 [email protected]
Team Gym Coordinator*
Bernie Spedding Phone: Email:
0413 415 912 [email protected]
Kindergym Coordinator*
Lesley Gilbey Phone: Email:
4365 5545 [email protected]
Inclusions Coordinator*
Judy Tolhurst Phone: Email:
0413 033 170 [email protected]
Performance Coordinator
Michaela Pendleton Phone: Email:
4365 5545 [email protected]
Initiative Program Coordinator*
Matt Angel Phone: Email:
0408 607 883 [email protected]
GNSW Events & Sports Development Officer
Natalie Jaques Phone: Email:
8116 4113 [email protected]
GFA SMC GNSW Gymnastics For All Sports Management Committee
GFA NGC GFA National Gymsport Commission
GNSWPT GNSW Performance Team
ESDO Events and Sport Development Officer
FIG International Gymnastics Federation
ALP Australian Levels Program
GA Gymnastics Australia
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The NSW GFA Management Commission (SMC) in conjunction with the GNSW
GFA Events and Sports Development Officer (ESDO) is committed to the following
goals:
Increase participation and provide support for clubs to
continue growth in the sport.
Ensure educational programs are provided to train and develop both coaches
and judges.
Enhance communication within the GFA community.
Coordinate well run and economically viable competitions.
Strive for the premier position in the GFA National.
Evaluate dedicated venue for GFA events.
SUB-COMMITTEES
The Gymnastics For All Sports Management Commission may at their discretion
create sub committees* to meet specific needs and appoint members to those sub
committees – e.g.; competition sub-committee.
FINAL CONSIDERATION
The GNSW GFA SMC shall be master of its own procedures.
Where any event occurs that is not elsewhere provided in these regulations, any
decision or action required shall be decided by a simple majority vote of the
Committee, whose determination of the matter shall be final and not to be construed
as having set a precedent.
Where by error or omission any of the foregoing regulations shall require
interpretation, the original intent of the Committee in the framing of the subject
regulation shall prevail, rather than the letter of the law.
The GNSW GFA SMC Technical Handbook will prevail over any other document or
manual.
GFA SMC MEETING SCHEDULE
The GNSW GFA SMC will meet at least four times per year on the 2nd Thursday of each
school Holidays. Notification of a meeting will be emailed out 2 weeks prior to the
meeting. Any agenda items should be forwarded to the GFA ESDO at least 1 week
prior to the scheduled meeting who will then add it to the agenda for the next
meeting.
Minutes from the meetings will be put on the GNSW website in the GFA specific
section under the sub-heading Management Committee.
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Foundation Skills
• Kindergym Program
Fundamental Skills
• Gym Fun Program
• Gym Skills Program
Refining Skills
• Team Gym
• Performance/Display Team
• Get up & Cheer
• Aero Schools
• Step 2 Connect
Life Style
• International Performance opportunities
• Veterns
• Team Gym
• Live 2 Move
GYMNASTICS FOR ALL (GFA)
Gymnastics For All is a sport for everybody and a sport for Life, regardless of age,
gender or ability. It is the perfect activity to prepare children for long term
participation in sport and develops vital life skills. Gymnastics for All:
Is lots of fun.
Develops balance, co-ordination and confident body movement.
Builds self-esteem, strength and flexibility, preparing the body & mind for life's
challenges.
Provides heaps of variety.....so there is something for everyone
Is a sport for life.
Is conducted within a safe environment which caters for personal growth
and development.
Develops healthy minds and bodies for now and later life.
Gymnastics For all is the basis of all Gymsports and a Gymsport in its own right.
Clubs can utilise Gymnastics for all as a starting point for teaching the
fundamentals, before gymnasts specialise in any of the other 6 Gymsports.
Alternatively, clubs may focus on developing gymnasts with diverse skills,
adaptable to a variety of movement experiences.
Gymnastics for all has been categorised by the International Federation of Gymnastics (FIG) into the following areas: Gymnastics on and with traditional, innovative or creative apparatus
Playful apparatus gymnastics
Floor exercise and gymnastics
Gymnastics with and without hand apparatus
Rhythmic gymnastics, Jazz gymnastics and jazz dance
Modern dance aerobic gymnastics activities which contribute to the health and
wellbeing of participants. Kindergym and Cheerleading fall into the above
categories and therefore come under the Gymnastics For All banner.
The Table below shows the pathway of a GFA Athlete.
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GFA GYMNASTICS SPORT POLICIES
The following rules, conditions and procedures apply to all Gymnastics NSW
GFA Gymnastics Competitions. These conditions may not be varied without
prior approval from the GNSW GFA SMC.
REGULATIONS FOR COACHES
DRESS CODE - COACHES
Coaches are on display while at GNSW competitions. To ensure professional
presentation to the public, all coaches must be properly attired at GNSW
events. Coaches who do not conform to the competition attire
requirements as listed below can be asked by the Competition Coordinator
to leave the competition/warm up floor.
Tracksuit top and/or club t-shirt
Appropriate pants/tracksuit pants/ 3/4 pants (No Shorts or Jeans)
Soft soled shoes i.e. joggers or sneakers (no heels)
GA Technical Membership Lanyard must be worn at all GNSW
competitions. Coaches who are not current Technical Members or not
registered as GFA gymnastics Intermediate or higher coach will not be
allowed in the warm-up area.
CONDUCT
Coaches are governed by the ‘NSW Coach Code of Behaviour’ policy found
on the GNSW website. Any coach who is found to be in breach of these
rules will be warned by Competition Coordinator/Technical Director.
Further infringements will result in the coach being removed from the
competition arena for the duration of the competition.
COACHING ACCREDITATION
The Coaches Code of Ethics as per the National Standards must be adhered
to by all coaches.
All coaches attending competitions must hold a coaching accreditation at
the level of intermediate or higher and a current Technical Membership.
Clubs are asked to exercise common sense in the ratio of coaches to gymnasts
that they have in the warm up area. This area is for the preparation and
comfort of the gymnasts and overcrowding does not enhance this
requirement.
Only coaches who have been named on the entry form should be in
attendance and it will be at the discretion of the Technical Director or
Competition Co-ordinator to ask clubs to remove ‘surplus’ coaches, either
prior to or during the competition.
Due to the new guidelines Beginner coaches will only be allowed on the
competition floor if assisting an Intermediate Coach.
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REGULATIONS FOR JUDGES/ADJUDICATORS
DRESS CODE – JUDGES/ADJUDICATORS
Judges are on display while at GNSW competitions. To ensure professional
presentation to the public, all judges must be properly attired at GNSW
events. Judges who do not conform to the competition attire requirements
as listed below may be asked to leave the competition floor.
Navy or Black Pants or Skirt (a dress is not considered regulation
attire)
Navy or Black Cardigan, Jacket or Coat
White Shirt or Top
Appropriate Navy or Black Shoes
Navy, black or white scarf (optional)
CONDUCT Judges are governed by the NSW Official’s Code of Behaviour policy.
Any Judge who is found to be in breach of these rules will receive a
yellow card warning by the Judging Coordinator or Competition
Coordinator. Further infringements will result in the Judge being
removed from the competition arena for at least the duration of the
competition.
Judges are not allowed in the warm up area before or during a
competition. Should there be a need to enter this area approval
should be gained from the Competition Coordinator.
JUDGE’S ACCREDITATION To judge at any GNSW event a Judge must have a current judging
accreditation and be registered with both Gymnastics Australia and GNSW.
Gymnastics Australia technical membership lanyard must be worn at all
GNSW and GFA SMC competitions.
NOTE – BABIES ACCOMPANYING JUDGES & COACHES
Under no circumstances are judges or coaches with babies, allowed to have
them present in the gymnast warm up area or within the vicinity of the
judge’s table or competition area.
This is a duty of care as well as a health and safety requirement. All judges
and coaches, with babies have a personal responsibility to ensure that
alternative arrangements are made for baby’s care while they are judging or
coaching.
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COACHING INFORMATION
Coaches are advised to have access to the following packages:
GA Gym Mix Levels Program
GA Kindergym Manual
GA Gym Fun and Gym Skills lesson Plans
GA GymAbility Manual
Gymnastics NSW Team Gym Manual
Gymnastics NSW Live 2 Move Manual
Gymnastics NSW Stepping Stones Program Manual
UPDATING COACHES
All coaches must complete updating to remain active in the sport.
Beginner Accreditation –minimum of 3 updating points is required.
GFA & Kindergym Intermediate Accreditation – 6 Points
GFA Advanced Accreditation – 6 Points
GFA Advance Silver Accreditation – 12 Points
Updating activities should be diverse, with no single type of activity
contributing more than 50% of the updating points required,
Coaches must keep informed about technical regulations and be aware of
any changes as they take place. For information about courses and
updating workshops contact either the GFA ESDO or the GNSW Education
Officer.
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GFA PROGRAMS
1. Kindergym
Born to Move!
Kindergym is Gymnastics Australia's movement-based learning experience for young children and their caregivers.
Children need as many opportunities as possible to optimise brain
development and increase physical potential before they go to school.
KinderGym provides a safe environment for children to develop physical
skills in a fun and playful way, at their own rate. Educational research tells
us that children learn best through exploring and discovering their abilities
through physical activity. Gymnastics Australia's KinderGym program
offers children a LaunchPad into fundamental movement; ensuring they
can experience a wide range of movement activities and be encouraged to
think, create, construct and solve problems with their own bodies. While
developing co-ordination and self-esteem, KinderGym programs assist in
your child's physical, social and cognitive development. The KinderGym
program is the first in a series of fundamental movement programs
offered by Gymnastics Australia's initiative, LaunchPad.
Gymnastics Australia's KinderGym program has been founded on child
development principles and is steered by the KinderGym Guiding
Principles. An Accredited KinderGym Leader guides each program,
ensuring that the equipment set-ups are safe, stimulating and provide
endless movement opportunities for your child to play and learn.
KinderGym promotes the child as the key focal point and involves active
participation of the child's mother, father or carer who also benefit from
sharing in their children's fun and enjoyment. KinderGym allows parents
to share rather than direct, allowing for real benefits from their child's
self-initiated play. Parents may also be interested in becoming KinderGym
Leaders and can find more information in the GNSW Website Coaching
pages.
The LaunchPad Kinder GymMix manual supports the KinderGym
philosophy and covers a vast range of information and activities to help
inspire KinderGym coaches and teachers.
Gymnastics Australia provides a KinderGym Passport, an exclusive
program benefit for each participant, to clubs who are endorsed as
KinderGym providers. The passports are distributed at the start of each
year based on the number of KinderGym registrations from the previous
year. Clubs who exceed registrations in the program can request
additional copies from Gymnastics Australia.
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2. Gym Mix National Levels Program
What is Gym Mix?
Gym Mix is a coaching and teaching resource for clubs and schools developed by
Gymnastics Australia. The resource introduces participants to the fundamentals
of gymnastics using a challenging, enjoyable and safe approach.
Gym Mix is a foundation program for participants of all abilities involved
in: Gymnastics for All (GFA) or recreational gymnastics programs,
fundamental movement relative to all sports
Gym Mix offers a fusion of all Gymsports: Artistic Gymnastics combined
with Rhythmic, Sports Acrobatics, Sport Aerobics, Trampoline Sports,
Cheerleading and Display Gymnastics
Part A offers Levels 1-3 of GFA National Levels Program, Part B follows
with Levels 4 – 6, Part C with Levels 7 - 10
Gym Mix gives ideas on how to teach skills safely whilst having fun by
providing a fundamental, sequential gymnastics program. It is an update
and combination of Gymnastics Australia’s “Introductory Gymnastics”
with the “Gym fun” and “Gym skills” manuals.
Who is Gym Mix for? All coaches and clubs involved in Gymnastics for All or recreational
programs
All Physical Education teachers
Gym Mix Features: Series A - Promotion Pack (including a set of three posters, sticker samples, sample Participant Record Booklet and sample Certificates) and CD-ROM
Gym Mix Program – an introduction to the teaching of gymnastics
activities
Gym Mix Activity Cards
Coaching Tips
GFA National Levels Program Levels 1-3
Lesson Plans - Generic, Cheer, Aerobics, Hand Apparatus
Templates – certificates, assessment and participant records, DIY circuit
cards
Series B - CD-ROM
Gym Mix Program – Tips on creating displays
GFA National Levels Program Levels 4 - 6
Lesson Plans - Trampoline
Templates – certificates, assessment and participant records
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3. Team Gym
Team Gym is an exciting Gymnastics for All competition event for teams of
gymnasts, aged 5 years and over, providing an opportunity for performances
on 3 different apparatus. Team Gym competitions and championships are
held regularly in the UK and Europe and are developing in the USA.
The GNSW Team Gym program has been adopted by Gymnastics Australia as
the National Program for 2015 with an inaugural Team Gym Competition to
be held at the 2016 National Club Championships.
Team Gym competitions exhibit gymnastic skills in three different disciplines;
Floor, Tumbling and Single Mini Tramp. It is common for the performance to
demonstrate effective teamwork, good technique in elements and spectacular
acrobatic skills. Characteristics of a Team Gym competition include team spirit
and a friendly atmosphere which captivates spectators, media and sponsors.
Team Gym competition consists of three different disciplines. In each
discipline the number of gymnasts is between 6 and 12.
1. Floor 1Is performed on a full floor area and to music. It emphasises smooth teamwork and expressive presentation. The floor routine brings together a variety of individual and group gymnastics elements. The choice of elements must suit the level and maturity of the team as well as the music.
A congruent and good technical performance, properly linked movements,
certainty of execution and synchronization as well as expressive presentation
is pursued.
2. Tumbling
Teams perform tumbling series on a long tumbling lane with good "streaming"
i.e. consecutively and close to each other.
The tumbling routine is performed to music. Each team performs two
different rounds. Each series must consist of at least two different acrobatic
elements, without intermediate steps.
3. Single Mini Tramp
Teams perform skills on the Tramp with good streaming. The Tramp routine is
performed to music. Each team performs four different passes – 2 single runs
and 2 synchronised runs.
1 EUG Website http://www.ueg.org/en/page/view.html?id=137
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At a glance: A team consists of 6-12 members, all apparatus are accompanied with music
Teams are classified as:
Men’s Teams
Women’s Teams
Mixed Teams
Each section is divided into three divisions based on difficulty:
Novice
Intermediate
Advanced
There are three apparatus at Team Gym Events:
Floor
Tumbling
Single Mini Tramp
Team Gym provides the opportunity for teams to travel interstate and
internationally to participate. It is highly recommended that teams
participate in an Invitational event before attending State Championships
for 2015.
Other Events for 2015 include:
Invitational Events
NSW Host Venue
9 Aug GNSW GFA SMC SGAC, Rooty Hill
1-5 Oct GNSW GFA SMC Country Championships, Orange
State Championships
31 Oct GNSW GFA SMC SGAC, Rooty Hill
Education Workshops
GNSW will be conducting coaching and judging workshops throughout the
state, it is highly recommended that if you are running a team gym program
that you attend these workshops for a better understanding of routine
structure and judges evaluation sheets.
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4. GNSW Stepping Stones
The Stepping Stones Program is a GNSW initiative for clubs and schools who
wish to conduct an assessment program for their athletes. Based on the
GymMix National Levels scheme and supplementary gymsports manuals the
program has been divided into 3 parts:
Part 1 – Step 2, Three
10 single skill assessment program based on the GymMix levels.
3 stages of difficulty: Blue, Red, Green
Part 2 – Step 2 Connect
Routines that are gymsport specific – MG/WG/RG/Tramp/Aero
3 stages of difficulty: Bronze, Silver, Gold
Part 3 – Step 2 Direct
A ‘How to’ guide on setting up the program and running an event in
your club.
5. GNSW Get up & Cheer
The Australian Sports Commission officially recognised Cheerleading as a sport
under Gymnast Australia’s General Gymnastics banner in 2002 with the
acceptance of the level 1 Cheerleading Coaches Course.
Gymnastics NSW is committed to develop cheerleading at a grass roots level
offering the opportunity to experience the physical and social benefits of
participating in cheerleading.
The ‘Get up and Cheer’ school and club participation program is an initiative
between Gymnastic NSW and the NSW Department of Sport And Recreation
for girls & boys aged between 8-16yrs who have never participated in the
sport of cheerleading.
Delivered by an Accredited Intermediate cheerleading coach (club) or staff
school teacher (school), teams have the opportunity to participate in an
exhibition competition provided by Gymnastics NSW in conjunction with the
Scholastic State Championships.
For further information contact [email protected] for the Get up & Cheer
program manual.
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6. GymAbility Gymnastics
The GymAbility Philosophy
GymAbility aims to support coaches and teachers to deliver movement
programs that are inclusive for all, regardless of level of ability. Participants
may or may not have a disability that impacts on participation. It is important
to remember that all participants are individuals and any activities undertaken
should consider their individual needs with the focus on what participants can
do, rather than on what they can't. The GymAbility logo denotes clubs that
have indicated they provide inclusive programs within mainstream classes or
specifically for people with disabilities.
GymAbility’s inclusive programs and resources offered by Gymnastics
Australia may include:
GymAbility GymMix – Gymnastics for All Coaching Resources
Managing Inclusion in Gymnastics – online coach development course
Sport-specific National Levels Programs
Special Olympics
GymAbility GymMix
The GymAbility GymMix program provides participants with experiences that
will enhance all abilities and, in particular, target the development of physical
abilities. GymAbility GymMix provides an exciting entry point for participants
beginning a gymnastics-based movement program and/or for participants
who may have a disability that impacts on their physical ability.
Managing Inclusion in Gymnastics
Managing Inclusion in Gymnastics (MIG) is Gymnastics Australia’s inclusive
coaching resource. MIG is an online training course for club personnel
including for coaches, judges and administrators and has been a compulsory
requirement for GA Technical Membership since 2010.
Modified Routines
All existing gymnastics participation and competitive programs can be
modified to include participants with a disability. This may include
modification of apparatus, rules or judging.
Gymnasts with a disability have the opportunity to compete at club / regional
‘friendly’ events throughout the year as well as selected state based
competitions. Qualification requirements for the state based competitions
will be determined by the relevant Gymsport.
When registering your athletes on the National Data Base please follow the
procedure:
Disability Descriptions
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Physical = amputee, birth defects affecting physical ability, muscular
impediments, vision & hearing impairment, Multiple Sclerosis, Cerebral
Palsy,
Intellectual = IQ lower than 85, Downs Syndrome, Autism Spectrum
Disorder including Asperger’s, Brain Injury
SOA = Special Olympics Australia Registered Athlete
For further information please contact [email protected]
Special Olympics
Gymnasts with a disability also have the opportunity to participate and
compete in the Special Olympics pathway in Artistic and Rhythmic Gymnastics,
from a local through to international level. Special Olympics routines are
available to download from www.specialolympics.org.
If you would like more information about Special Olympics, please contact the
Inclusions Co-ordinator, Judy Tolhurst.
7. GNSW Live 2 Move
The benefits of Gymnastics are multi-faceted, including the development
of flexibility, strength, balance and co-ordination. ‘Live 2 Move’ aims to
incorporate all the benefits of gymnastics into a movement program for
seniors, which is achievable fun and provides ongoing physical and
psychological stimulation.
Live 2 Move programs are based around agility, mobility, strength,
flexibility, balance and co-ordination, posture, fitness, fun and friendship.
Programs can be delivered for all participants, including those less mobile
or with a disability. Activities incorporate the use of hand held apparatus,
which participants can also undertake sitting.
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EVENTS CALENDAR
The Competition Calendar is available on the NSW Gymnastics website at: Click here to view the ‘Competition Calendar’
OR Access the page via the GNSW website (http://www.gymnsw.org.au/), clicking on the ‘Events & Results’ tab and proceeding to ‘GNSW Event
Calendar’. Information relating to sanctioned competitions can also be accessed here
Volunteers
Each club must supply at least one volunteer for each GNSW and SMC
competition entered. Volunteers will be required to assist with scoring,
announcing, music, running or marshalling. All volunteers nominated by clubs
may not be required for every session but must be provided to the GFA ESDO by
the requested time prior to the event.
Any issues in regards to volunteers should be directed to the Competition
Coordinator.
NOTE: Mobile phones are not allowed to be used by volunteers while at the
judges’ table during a competition. This includes text messaging or reading
texts received. Should volunteers be expecting, for example, an urgent
mobile call/text during a competition they should request that the call be
sent to the Competition Coordinator or GFA ESDO, who will advise the
volunteer of the received call/text.
STATE AND COUNTRY ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
All competition entries are to be forwarded to the Gymnastics NSW office, via
the email stipulated on the entry form. Entries not on the official competition
entry form will NOT be accepted.
As per the Gymnastics NSW Events Policy (www.gymnsw.org.au), an entry
refund will only be granted if an athlete:
Cannot compete due to illness or injury (minus 15% administration
fee).
NOTE: A medical certificate AND request for refund MUST be received
within 7 days of the competition to receive the refund.
is part of a group where another individual has withdrawn due to
illness or injury (100% refund applies for non-injured athletes)
Any other withdrawals received after the closing date will NOT be eligible for a
refund. All withdrawals and changes must be communicated to the GFA ESDO
directly.
Any entries received after the closing date (provided the entries are still
accepted by the ESDO in consultation with the GFA Competition Coordinator)
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will incur a $100 late fee, for up to 7 days. After this time, NO entries will be
accepted.
The ‘Gymnastics NSW Event Policy’ applies to all GNSW sanctioned GFA competitions. Please ensure you are familiar with the policy.
EVENT OPPORTUNITIES
1. The GNSW Festival of Gymnastics
The Festival of Gymnastics is open to all gym clubs, all gymsports, all ages
and all abilities. The festival is a celebration of our sport through Fun,
Fitness, and Friendships. This year with celebrate 30 consecutive years of
the GNSW Festival of Gymnastics
Gymfest schedule can include any of the following:
1. Kinderfest
A themed Kindergym class for registered GNSW Kindergym
athletes/career and coaches to participate in. Ages 0-5yrs
2. Launch Pad Challenge
10 station activities for athletes to participate in. Ages 5+yrs
3. Group Performance
The Group Performance is a day for the presentation of displays from
clubs, schools and other sporting organisation’s. This is a non-competitive
event following the aims of the World Gymnaestrada.
All performances are evaluated by guest coaches to provide feedback on
your performance. 20 Awards are presented to teams based on the
feedback. For the breakdown of the awards and criteria see the Festival
information pack.
The Showing and Sharing of Gymnastics through Fun, Fitness and Friendship
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2. GNSW Gymsports Spectacular The Gymsports Spectacular is held biannually on stage under lights providing a
theatre style performance for both teams and spectators. Clubs are selected
by the GFA Committee to perform in the Spectacular based on the clubs
involvement and support of Performance Gymnastics.
Date: Sunday 21 June 2015
Venue: Laycock Street Theatre
Wyoming NSW 2250
Show Time: 5pm
Phone: 4323 3233
Tickets: Available from venue www.laycockstreettheatre.com
Previous spectaculars include:
1. 2009 Back Flip in time – Laycock St Theatre & Hurstville Civic Centre
2. 2011 Post cards to the World – Sutherland Entertainment Centre
3. 2012 Post cards from the World – Sutherland Entertainment Centre
3. Country Championships
Team Gym & Special O
Please see the Country Championships Booklet which can be found on the
GNSW website.
4. The Australian Gym 4 Life Challenge National Event
The Australian Gym for Life Challenge is an event especially for display groups.
All performances are evaluated as teams vie to be named the Australian G4L
Champion Team. This event mirrors the first Gym for Life Challenge conducted
by the FIG in July 2009. www.gymforlife09.org
The event programme includes a contest for display groups of all ages and
gymsports plus a gala evening, social function and workshops. The Australian
Gym for Life contest encourages groups to create displays which show their
gymnastic skills in entertaining and innovative ways.
Participants in the Australian Gym for Life Challenge will have the opportunity
to unite, share, learn and make new friends while experiencing the best
display gymnastics our country has to offer.
See Gymnastics Australia website for further details www.gymnastics.org.au
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5. World Gymnaestrada – International Event World Gymnaestrada - http://www.wg-2015.com
The World Gymnaestrada is an incredible and unique international event
opportunity for Gymnastic for all across the world. The event is organised
under the auspices of the International Gymnastic Federation (FIG) and is held
every 4 years. The event attracts over 20 000 participants from over 50
countries of all ages and abilities.
The World Gymnaestrada is a non-competitive display event for teams of 10
or more participants. A range of performance opportunities is provided to
teams as well as the chance to mix with gymnastic enthusiasts from around
the world.
The event program is usually held over seven days and includes:
- Opening Ceremony
- Group Performances
- Large Group Performances
- National Evening Presentations
- FIG Gala
- Educational Forum
- City Performances
- Closing Ceremony
Australia has been represented at the 1987, 1991, 1995, 2003, 2007 & 2011
events and is looking forward to participating in the next World Gymnaestrada
being held in Finland 2015.
In order to participate in the FIG World Gymnaestrada, display teams must
gain sanction and register via their National Federation. Members of
Gymnastics Australia of all Gymsports, ages and abilities, can apply to become
a member of the Australian World Gymnaestrada Team. Sanction can be
gained after performing at a state or national display event in the four years
prior to the World Gymnaestrada for which sanction is being sought.
Participants who wish to perform at a World Gymnaestrada but whose club
cannot field a viable team can join a composite team. Performers of all ages
and abilities are welcome. Composite team members must be over 18 years
old or be accompanied by an adult to the WG. A sense of adventure will be a
definite advantage for composite team members.
People interested in attending the World Gymnaestrada as an observer can
attend as a non- performing supporter.
Teams with experience performing at a high standard may apply to perform in
the WG FIG Gala. Contact the GA GFA Program Manager for further details. A
DVD of a previous display performance is usually required for your application
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GNSW PERFORMANCE TEAMS
JNR Performance Team This is a new initiative for 2015 and will be for athletes aged between 12 – 17
years of age who have a passion for performing.
The Team will train one day per month and will perform at the annual Festival
of Gymnastics and Team Gym State Championships.
Applications will be available on the GNSW website www.gymnsw.org.au.
Selection schedule as follows:
July Athlete and Coach Applications posted on website
September Coach applications close
October Athlete applications close
November Team Auditions
December Team selection
Jan – Dec 2016 Team Training and performances.
SNR Performance Team This is an over 18’s team of selected past and present gymnasts that will
represent GNSW at a multitude of events both state, National and
International.
The team has been invited to attend the Suebian Sport Festival in Ulm,
Germany in July 28-31 2016
Applications will be available on the GNSW website www.gymnsw.org.au. Selection schedule as follows:
April 2015 Athlete and Coach Applications posted on website
July Coach applications close
July Athlete applications close
August Team Auditions
Sept/Oct Team selection
Oct 2015 – Dec 2016 Team Training and performances.
Past events have included:
2009 – Participated in both the Norwegian and 12th DGI Gymfest, Holbaeck,
Denmark
2010 - Participated in the 50th Blume Festival, Canary Islands.
2013 – Participated in the 13th DGI Gymfest, Esbjerg Denmark
Brendan Ridge, Gavin Poole, Simon Murrell, Thomas Dryer, Charmaine Ridge, Kirsten Maloney, Lucy
Napoli, Sarah Griffith , Rosie Marley, Penny Schubert, Amiiy Fuge, Chantelle Galante
Coach: Ben Cork Team Manager: Natalie Jaques
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PERFORMANCE CALENDAR
Event Name Country Date/s
GNSW Gymsport Spectacular Australia 21st June 2015
USA Gym for All Nationals California, USA 15th
– 29th
June 2015
Cosmos Festival Greece Athens, Greece 17th
– 21st June 2015
15th
World Gymnaestrada Finland 12th
-18th
July 2015
*Riccione Over Italy 3th -9th
Sept 2015
*GNSW Festival of Gymnastics Australia 1st November 2015
*Bluemfest Gran Canaria Canary Islands 27th
Nov – 5th
Dec 2015
Festival of Sole Riccione, Italy 3
rd- 9
th July 2016
*5th
Golden Age Gym Festival Portorse, Slovenia 2nd
– 9th
Oct 2016
*Denotes inclusion of an over 50’s section.
TRAVELLING OVERSEAS
Any clubs or gymnasts undertaking international travel must comply with the
GA ‘Program/Club International Tour Guideline’. These require they:
Ensure the International event does not conflict with any State/National
events, which may be selection trials for State or National Teams, State
Championships or National Championships. Should this be the case the
priority of your Club or Program should be to attend these events unless
permission is granted by GNSW or GA.
Complete Appendix 2 form, “NSW Application for Sanction– Gymnasts and
Coaches” which you must send to the GFA SMC well before the date of the
intended travel
Once state approval has been gained the GA endorsement form for travel
sanctioning will need to be completed and submitted to GA via
[email protected] email address. This form can also be accessed
through the GA website.
Upon return from overseas travel, the club is required to provide a report to
the GFA SMC detailing the tour outcomes. The report will contain, but not be
limited to, travel dates, persons competing and support persons, competitions
attended, results, and any comments on gymnast performance, issues or
considerations that can be made which may assist other clubs when travelling
to the particular country or competition.
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GFA Sports Program Manager
Team Gym
Coordinator
Monitor Program Manual
Coordinate Education Workshops
Coordinate Events
Assist with judging resources
Kindergym
Coordinator
Network with communities
Coordinate Education Workshops
Co ordinate Kinderfest
Inclusions
Coordinator
Assist with Development of
Programs
Coordinate Education Workshops
Coordinate Events
Assist with Judging Resources
Coordinate Sub Committee
Performance
Coordinator
Assist with Development of
Performance Pathway
Coordinate Education Workshops
Coordinate Events
Assist with Adjudicating Resources
Iniciatives
Free G Coofdinator
Lead Sub committee & Network with communities
Work with NCM for Free G
Coordinate Educaciton Workshops
Coordinate Events
GFA SMC Chair
GFA SMC STRUCTURE
Ex officio’s can be co-opted at the discretion of the committee
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GFA SMC DUTY STATEMENTS
GFA CHAIR – 2013 & 2015
Responsibilities
Planning and reporting In conjunction with the GNSW Events and Development Officer (ESDO) and the GFA
Sports Management Committee (SMC) develop, monitor and evaluate the GFA strategic plan
As requested by GNSW ESDO provide GFA reports on the committee progress and for publications such as the GNSW annual report and annual general meeting.
Ensure GFA committee budget is regularly monitored in conjunction with the GNSW ESDO and SMC.
Effective management of the Gymnastics for All committee
Chair regular meetings for the GNSW GFA SMC ensuring all aspects of the GFA strategic plan are implemented within agreed timeframes and budget.
Provide advice and guidance to committee members implementing GFA responsibilities
In conjunction with the GNSW ESDO provide support and develop the skills of the SMC members so that they gain confidence to carry out tasks specific to their role responsibilities.
Ensure implementation of GNSW procedures and policies as set down in the GNSW Yearbook and GFA Technical Handbook and are adhered to by the GFA community.
Research nationally and internationally Gymnastics for All opportunities and developments that could be implemented within GNSW.
Analysis GNSW GFA membership data for the use of future GFA planning.
Ensure the committee and where appropriate the wider membership are updated on and provided access to any national or international projects, programs and events relating to GFA.
Provide support to committee and volunteers at GNSW GFA events and activities
Provide support and guidance to the GNSW ESDO with the development of GFA.
Regularly liaise with the GNSW Education Officer to ensure GFA workforce training needs are provided to the membership including contributing towards the planning of the state congress.
In conjunction with the GNSW and SMC identify opportunities and facilitate forums that provide opportunities for GFA community to come together to share best practice and develop GFA.
Stakeholder relationships and communication
Ensure GFA information is effectively communicated through GNSW in a timely manner using a variety of tools to communicate to GNSW members.
Actively promote GFA opportunities to GNSW members and external stakeholders
Liaise on a regular basis with the GNSW members to ensure the committee are understanding and meeting the needs of the membership
Regularly liaise with Gymnastics Australia (GA) GFA commission and GA Sports Development Manager (SDM) to ensure NSW GFA requirements are represented and identify opportunities to collaborate together to develop GFA pathways.
Representation Represent the SMC at GNSW executive council meetings. Represent the SMC at external stakeholder meetings as requested by GNSW.
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KINDERGYM COORDINATOR – 2013 & 2015
Responsibilities Planning and reporting
In conjunction with the GNSW Events and Development Officer (ESDO), GNSW Participation Officer (PO) and the GFA Sports Management Committee (SMC) contribute to the development of the GFA strategic plan ensuring Kindergym strategies are included.
As requested by GNSW ESDO provide reports on the progress of the KinderGym initiatives and activities for committee meetings and publications such as the GNSW Annual report
In conjunction with the ESDO develop project plans for the implementation of Kindergym initiatives within the GNSW GFA strategic plan
In conjunction with the ESDO ensure KinderGym activities are delivered in accordance with approved budgets.
Implementation of GNSW Kindergym developments and initiatives
As required coordinate and lead KinderGym sub-committees to develop and implement Kindergym initiatives
Implement the project plans for each Kindergym initiative; this will include coordination of workforce and volunteers for the activities, organising logistics for the activities and promoting the opportunities within the membership and to external stakeholders.
Ensure implementation of GNSW procedures and policies as set down in the GNSW Yearbook and GFA Technical Handbook and are adhered to by the GFA community.
Conduct research in relation to increasing Kindergym participation within NSW such as linking with external stakeholders including early year’s specialists, health sector.
Provide support to committee and volunteers at GNSW GFA events and activities
Provide support and guidance to the GNSW ESDO with the development of Kindergym.
Regularly liaise with the GNSW Education Officer to ensure Kindergym workforce training needs are provided to the membership including contributing towards the planning of the state congress.
In conjunction with the GNSW and SMC identify opportunities and facilitate forums that provide opportunities for GFA community to come together to share best practice and develop Kindergym.
Stakeholder relationships and communication
Ensure Kindergym is information is effectively communicated through GNSW in a timely manner using a variety of tools to communicate to GNSW members.
Actively promote Kindergym and GFA opportunities to GNSW members and external stakeholders
Liaise on a regular basis with the GNSW members to ensure the committee are understanding and meeting the needs of the membership
Representation Represent the SMC at external stakeholder meetings as requested by GNSW.
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INCLUSIONS COORDINATOR 2013 & 2015
Responsibilities Planning and reporting
In conjunction with the GNSW Events and Development Officer (ESDO) , GNSW Education and Inclusions Officer (EIO) and the GFA Sports Management Committee (SMC) contribute to the development of the GFA strategic plan ensuring inclusion strategies are included.
As requested by GNSW ESDO provide reports on the progress of the inclusion initiatives and activities for committee meetings and publications such as the GNSW Annual report
In conjunction with the ESDO develop project plans for the implementation of inclusion initiatives within the GNSW GFA strategic plan
In conjunction with the ESDO ensure inclusion activities are delivered in accordance with approved budgets.
Implementation of GNSW inclusion developments and initiatives
As required coordinate and lead inclusion sub-committees to develop and implement inclusion initiatives
Implement the project plans for each inclusion initiative; this will include coordination of workforce and volunteers for the activities, organising logistics for the activities and promoting the opportunities within the membership and to external stakeholders.
Ensure implementation of GNSW procedures and policies as set down in the GNSW Yearbook and GFA Technical Handbook and are adhered to by the GFA community.
Conduct research in relation to increasing inclusion participation within NSW such as linking with external stakeholders including early year’s specialists, health sector, schools and GNSW clubs.
Provide support to committee and volunteers at GNSW GFA events and activities
Provide support and guidance to the GNSW ESDO with the development of inclusion.
Regularly liaise with the GNSW Education and Inclusions Officer to ensure inclusion workforce training needs are provided to the membership including contributing towards the planning of the state congress.
In conjunction with the GNSW and SMC identify opportunities and facilitate forums that provide opportunities for GFA community to come together to share best practice and develop inclusion.
Stakeholder relationships and communication
Ensure inclusion is information is effectively communicated through GNSW in a timely manner using a variety of tools to communicate to GNSW members.
Actively promote inclusion and GFA opportunities to GNSW members and external stakeholders
Liaise on a regular basis with the GNSW members to ensure the committee are understanding and meeting the needs of the membership
Representation Represent the SMC at external stakeholder meetings as requested by
GNSW.
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TEAM GYM COORDINATOR 2013 & 2015
Responsibilities
Planning and reporting In conjunction with the GNSW Events and Development Officer (ESDO)
and the GFA Sports Management Committee (SMC) contribute to the development of the GFA strategic plan ensuring Team Gym strategies are included.
As requested by GNSW ESDO provide reports on the progress of the Team Gym initiatives and activities for committee meetings and publications such as the GNSW Annual report
In conjunction with the ESDO develop project plans for the implementation of Team Gym initiatives within the GNSW GFA strategic plan
In conjunction with the ESDO ensure Team Gym activities are delivered in accordance with approved budgets.
Implementation of GNSW Team Gym developments and initiatives
As required coordinate and lead Team Gym sub-committees to develop and implement inclusion initiatives
Implement the project plans for each Team Gym initiative; this will include coordination of workforce and volunteers for the activities, organising logistics for the activities and promoting the opportunities within the membership and to external stakeholders.
Ensure implementation of GNSW procedures and policies as set down in the GNSW Yearbook and GFA Technical Handbook and are adhered to by the GFA community.
Conduct research in relation to increasing Team Gym participation and pathways within NSW and beyond.
Provide support to committee and volunteers at GNSW GFA events and activities
Provide support and guidance to the GNSW ESDO with the development of Team Gym.
Regularly liaise with the GNSW Education Officer to ensure Team Gym workforce training needs are provided to the membership including contributing towards the planning of the state congress.
In conjunction with the GNSW and SMC identify opportunities and facilitate forums that provide opportunities for GFA community to come together to share best practice and develop Team Gym.
Stakeholder relationships and communication
Ensure Team Gym is information is effectively communicated through GNSW in a timely manner using a variety of tools to communicate to GNSW members.
Actively promote Team Gym and GFA opportunities to GNSW members and external stakeholders
Liaise on a regular basis with the GNSW members to ensure the committee are understanding and meeting the needs of the membership
Representation
Represent the SMC at external stakeholder meetings as requested by GNSW.
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PERFORMANCE COORDINATOR 2013 & 2015
Responsibilities Planning and reporting
In conjunction with the GNSW Events and Development Officer (ESDO) and the GFA Sports Management Committee (SMC) contribute to the development of the GFA strategic plan ensuring GFA performance strategies are included.
As requested by GNSW ESDO provide reports on the progress of the GFA performance initiatives and activities for committee meetings and publications such as the GNSW Annual report
In conjunction with the ESDO develop project plans for the implementation of performance initiatives within the GNSW GFA strategic plan
In conjunction with the ESDO ensure performance activities are delivered in accordance with approved budgets.
Implementation of GNSW performance developments and initiatives
As required coordinate and lead performance sub-committees to develop and implement inclusion initiatives
Implement the project plans for each performance initiative; this will include coordination of workforce and volunteers for the activities, organising logistics for the activities and promoting the opportunities within the membership and to external stakeholders.
Ensure implementation of GNSW procedures and policies as set down in the GNSW Yearbook and GFA Technical Handbook and are adhered to by the GFA community.
Conduct research in relation to increasing performance participation and pathways within NSW and beyond.
Provide support to committee and volunteers at GNSW GFA events and activities
Provide support and guidance to the GNSW ESDO with the development of performance.
Regularly liaise with the GNSW Education Officer to ensure performance workforce training needs are provided to the membership including contributing towards the planning of the state congress.
In conjunction with the GNSW and SMC identify opportunities and facilitate forums that provide opportunities for GFA community to come together to share best practice and develop GFA performance.
Stakeholder relationships and communication
Ensure GFA performance information is effectively communicated through GNSW in a timely manner using a variety of tools to communicate to GNSW members.
Actively promote GFA performance and GFA opportunities to GNSW members and external stakeholders
Liaise on a regular basis with the GNSW members to ensure the committee are understanding and meeting the needs of the membership
Representation
Represent the SMC at external stakeholder meetings as requested by GNSW
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ANNUAL AWARDS
All annual awards are decided on a point score system which may be found in the Awards Policy in the 'about us' section of the website. The following awards will be presented each year:
GFA Club of the Year
GFA Coach of the Year
Kindergym Club of the Year
Kindergym Coach of the Year
Inclusions Club of the Year
Please refer to the NSWGA Awards Policy on the website for more information on the points score allocation.
Contributed Efforts Awards Please refer to the NSWGA Awards Policy on the website for information, selection criteria and nomination processes.
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APPENDIX 1 – APPLICATION FOR SANCTION REQUEST PG 1
Club Name: _______________________________________________________________ Name of Competition/s for which the sanction request applies: _______________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________ Dates of Travel: _______________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________ Name of competing gymnasts:
1. _________________________________________________________
2. __________________________________________________________ 3. __________________________________________________________ 4. __________________________________________________________ 5. __________________________________________________________ 6. __________________________________________________________ 7. __________________________________________________________ 8. __________________________________________________________ 9. __________________________________________________________ 10. _________________________________________________________
Name of Coaches / Head of Delegation: 1. _________________________________________________________
2. __________________________________________________________ 3. __________________________________________________________ 4. __________________________________________________________
5. __________________________________________________________
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APPENDIX 1 – APPLICATION FOR SANCTION REQUEST PG 2
Name of Judges/Officials: 1. __________________________________________________________
2. ___________________________________________________________ 3. ___________________________________________________________
Additional Information: _______________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Signature of Coach / Head of Delegation:
Date:
Contact Number:
Email Address:
Completed forms must be submitted by the club concerned to both the GNSW GFA SMC and the GA Sports Commission for approval. GNSW GFA SMC Natalie Jaques – Event and Sport Development Officer Email: [email protected] Fax: 02 9763 5158 GA Sports Development Manager
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Petrina Hutchinson Email: [email protected]