'Sports Aerobics is a sport based on the ability to perform continuously complex and high intensity movement patterns to music, which originate from traditional aerobic dance. The routine must demonstrate continuous movement, flexibility and strength and utilisation of the seven basic steps, with a high degree of well executed elements of difficulty'

(Exert from Gym portsNZ )

The competition performance area is 7m x 7m for all events. The floor area has a slight cushion and springy feel to it to help provide lift to the athletes. Our aerobics training progamme is designed using the competition guidlines from Gym Sports NZ which is also used for Secondary schools.  Aerobics Categories within New Zealand can be of National or International levels which further break down to age categories.  At the WBGGC we concentrate on levels dependent on ability from one to three, competing as individuals and also as team entries as part of the National level.

AER on GymSports NZ website

JOINING

Being the newest code in the club we are accepting entries on a trial basis of one term.  This is usually term 4.  The competition season runs from May to September culminating in the prestigous National GymSports Championships Comeptition at the end of September.

PARENTS & GYMNASTS INFORMATION

Gymnasts Commitment

• Gymnasts must be on time for all training sessions.  This ensures there is time for a warm up to reduce injuries.
• Gymnasts must wear the required uniform at every training session (see next page).
• Girls must have their hair tied up; boy’s hair must be kept tidy. Please no Jewellery
• Gymnasts must have a good attitude and work hard. Bullying in the form of verbal or physical is not accepted and will result in disciplinary action.
• The Club expects parents to help out at our own competitions during the year.
• All Gymnasts are to be ready on the floor in time for training and competitions.
• Level 1, 2, and 3 gymnasts must attend four competitions per year:
• Level 4 and up must attend more competitions which will go out on the calendar of events.
• If your gymnast is unable to attend a session, we ask that you let us know so that it can be recorded on the sign-in sheet, and you don’t incur a phone call asking why they are not at gym.

Coach Committment

• Will be on time for trainings.
• Will dress in appropriate attire and uniforms when coaching and also on the floor at competitions.
• Will encourage and give each child the same opportunity to grow, learn and excel in their sport
• As coaches we will attend as many competitions as possible.
• Will encourage each child’s sense of wellbeing and sense of community spirit, in a strict routine with the element of fun where possible.

Parents and Family Committment

• It is the responsibility of the parents and family of each gymnast to ensure their child adheres to all requirements of the club.
• If financial difficulties are experienced you must make an appointment to speak to Amanda.  We will do our best to accommodate you by way of setting up an account however if fees are not paid on time your child/children will be withdrawn from competitive gymnastics
• Consultation
  Club Manager, Amanda Dixon, is open to hearing any feedback you may have on the direction of your child’s coaching.  However, she is not available to talk with just before or just after a coaching session.  Therefore, please follow the process below:
  Ring the office to make a mutually appropriate time to meet.
  1. Advise of the topic before the meeting.
  2. Please give as much notice as possible if you have to cancel.
  3. It is important that any complaints come through Amanda or Leo as Head Coach and the coach is not approached, as their job is to coach the gymnast. If you are happy with what your child is achieving please ensure you let their coach know as positive feed back is great.

RULES OF MISCONDUCT