Dear Parents,The GYMREP team is ready, willing andeager to welcome your child to our yearlySummer Camp held in Chertsey, for anunforgettable stay that will remain foreveretched in their collective memories!For your convenience, this practical anduseful HANDBOOK containing informationto ensure a wonderful fun-filled week foryour child at Gymnastics and OutdoorActivities Camp!

In all, more than 1500 athletesand coaches from more than120 Clubs covering all cornersof the world!

ARRIVAL andWELCOMING PROTOCOLUpon your arrival by car at the Boute-en-Train Camp Site, youwill be warmly greeted by smiling staff members ready to show the way in andbrief you if need be, on arrival procedures and point you in the right direction.

As you proceed with your drive in, appointed guides will direct you tothe LODGING SITES. Camp Counselors ready to assist you with yourluggage and room set-up will then meet you. You are invited to stay forroom set-up and by the same token, meet different Staff members whowill be working with your child all through CAMP week.

LODGING at GYMREP CAMP

Several lodging sites are available at Camp.The Site boasts 4 different blocks called PAVILIONS.

FOUR WINDS, SNOWY OWL, TAWNY OWL, BEAR’S DEN.Rooms accommodating 4, 5 or 6 lodgers (Four Winds & Bears’ Den)Drawing rooms, 10 or 12 lodgers (Four Winds)2 Dormitories accommodating 26 lodgers (Snowy Owl & Tawny Owl)Room set-up with the roomie of your choice (specified on your registration form)is guaranteed; however, lodging locations are decided according to groupsor individual athletes registered at Camp for the week. We do take intoaccount the specified roomie, age, spoken language and club.As soon as your child has settled into his living quarters, you may proceedto the parking area. Attendants will indicate the way to the parking lotand point out available spaces.

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**IMPORTANT**Arrival times at Camp Boute-en-Trainare from 11AM to 1PM

Welcoming protocol forathletes and parentsRegistration begins at 11 AM. Should you arrive earlier, feel free to visit our Gymnastics Facilities,one of the most impressive in Canada!

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Registrationis a simple andimportantprocess.

Guidelines:

Go directly to the REGISTRAR.

Please go to the Reception Desk in main building

Should your child’s registration form be incomplete, pleasehave on hand any missing data; health insurance card,prescription meds, due balance on your bill etc

***For families from outside Québec, please give us thenumber and name of your insurance plan from yourprovince, state or country.***

NOTICE: Your child may keep his Epipen kitand asthma meds with him.

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Different Staff members will be on hand to gatherinformation on your child; medical, living quarters,groups, Option+ Clinics, private lessons, schedule, etc

Our First Aid Staff will also be present.

Please check your child’s hair prior to comingto Camp. We have a zero tolerance policyon lice at Camp. If you feel uncomfortable withthis procedure, Staff members will be availableto assess and check your child’s hair.

As soon as registration is completed, feel free to roam around the grounds or simplybrowse and shop at our BOUTIQUE, or eat a bite at our RepStaurant.

** Please note that debit and credit cards areNOT accepted at GymRep. **

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A French presentation introducing all of ourtrainers and counselors at GYMREP CAMP will beheld at 2 PM, under the tent next to the Boutique.

Departure for parents is due at 3 PM, followingthe closing words of our 45 minute presentation.« TIME TO SAY GOOD-BYE»!

For our English speaking parents and athletes,a special presentation will be held to assurefull comprehension of all aspects of GYMREPCAMP WEEK.

Saturday morningdemonstration training On this last day of CAMP, you are cordially invited to view our very lasttraining session as of 10AM.

For parents of athletes staying on for more than one week, please advise us if you plan to leave the site with your child.As soon as DEMONTRATIONS TRAINING is over, the athletes staying on will meet at a specific rallying point, so their counselor can take charge of them.

Athletes and parents may purchase hot-dogs and refreshments at the Repstaurant!

**No other visiting hours, no phone calls,are permitted during CAMP week. **

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Importants contacts1 GYMREP CAMP DIRECTOR- Administrative and registration matters- Decision making dealing with injuries- Decision making dealing with conflict or crisis- Handling of all aspects of Communications

2 HEAD CONTACT PERSON AT HEADQUARTERS- Authority at camp- Training strategies- Injury management- Conflict and crisis management- OPTION+ Clinics management- Private lessons management- Attendance (roll call) of athletes at training sessions - Lodging or group changes management- Resource person for athletes- Administration- Liaison person with Camp director on follow-up of information.

3 FIRST AID- 1st reference in case of injury or discomfort- Link with parents in case of injury or discomfort- Meds and prescription management- Allergies and related situations- Taping and medical supplies sales management- Liaison with Head contact person at Headquarters and

camp director on follow-up of information.

4 RESPONSIBLE OF THE CHAMELEON (the gym)- Responsible for follow-up of technical information to trainers- Responsible for the smooth running of training sessions- Resource person at the technical teaching level- Manages all situations that may occur during training sessions- Link with Head Contact Person at Headquarters,

First Aid Staff and Camp director

5 COACHES- Make sure that all safety measures for athletes

are respected during training sessions- Responsible for attendance as athletes change

stations several times a day- Be attentive to any questions or changes that may arise- Keep track of the progression and development of the

groups as well as oversee the smooth running of the activity stations- Link with parents for all questions dealing with the smooth

operating of the training sessions and the progress of each athlete- Make sure to give bilingual instructions at each session- Stay focused, energetic, enthusiastic and highly motivated- Excel at what they do best and act as a role model especially

during training session so our athletes can develop in a safe andstimulating environment

- Link with Head Contact Person at Headquarters, First Aid Staff and Camp director

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6 SENTINELS- Handle bedtime duty and surveillance during the night- Take charge in case of a crisis and immediately alert the proper

Contact Staff Authority- Link with Head Contact Person at Headquarters,

First Aid Crew and Camp director

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- In charge of athletes during outdoor activity stations: responsible for attendance

- Safety and surveillance of the Camp Site- Make sure all activity stations are safe and operating smoothly- Be energetic, enthusiastic, resourceful as well accessible- Link with Head Contact Person at Headquarters,

First Aid Crew and Camp director

CAMP DIRECTOR

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Lost and found During the week, all lost and found items will be kept at theCamp Boute-en-Train Reception Desk so they can easily be retrieved. Please tag all your items with your name (clothing, gear, etc) as theywill not be returned to you upon your departure. All unclaimed itemswill be donated to local charities.

**We (The Camp) are not responsible for any lost items**

IMPORTANT: You must contact us, prior topicking up your child, during Camp week.

Stolen itemsPlease do not bring any valuables to Camp. No cells, laptops,jewelry etc. A locker will be at your disposal in order to minimizethe risks. Don't forget your lock! **We (The Camp) are not responsible for any lost items**

SecurityPlease make sure that your child's nails are trimmed (rather short) to prevent any injuries. Fingernails they were not born with are off limits. No resin, silk, acrylic or glue-on is permitted.

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Standard time schedule

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday

8h15am -11h50pm

11h50am -12h50pm

1h00pm -3h00pm

3h15pm -3h30pm

5h30pm -6h30pm

3h30pm -5h30pm

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2h00pm -2h45pm

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DANGER ZONEFeeling a little peckish between meals, our DANGER ZONEprovides famished athletes with snacks, refreshmentsand munchies of all sorts at a reasonable price!It’s fun because it’s off limits!!!!

Try out the POPCORNSLUSHIES and SLURPIESSOFT DRINKSCANDIES etc

We are not responsible for any theft.So, stash your cash in a safe place!NO MONEY, NO CANDY!!!As a rule, most parents allow a 30$ to 40$budget for the week for purchases at theDANGER ZONE

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OUR BOUTIQUE YOU MAY PURCHASE ANY ITEM FROMOUR GYMREP COLLECTION.

The Boutique is open on Saturdays and Sundays only.Why not come and check out ourNEW GYMREP COLLECTION.Shorts, leotards (body suits), hoodies, and pants.Our grip bags and socks are very trendy!Drop in and browse, you never know what will tickle your fancy!Don’t leave without our OFFICIAL GYMREP T-Shirt,a must to take home with you!

CASH AND CREDIT CARDS ONLY

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Cafeteria

Boute-en-Train Camp is known for its “ 4 Forks” Cafeteria.The GymReps will receive 3 daily healthy and nutritious meals as wellas an afternoon and evening snack. A salad bar is available at every meal,fare to please any finicky eater. Because of the growing number of nutand peanut allergies, GymRep Gymnastics Camp was declared PEANUT FREE!

If your child has other allergies, please advise us so we can take thenecessary precautions to ensure her safety.

You may even meet with the kitchen staff, if you wish to do so.

IMPORTANTMake sure you are aware of the food yourchild packs in his travel bag

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These specialized Option + Clinics are offered to you upon arrival when you sign in. You may also add on extra clinics during the week.Option + Clinics are extra training sessions that last an hour, in the evening, under the supervision of several trainers. The ratio is 1 coach to 5 athletes.These clinics enable you to learn or improve precise movementsin restrained groups. Option + Clinics are given in the evenings, from Sundays through Thursdays. The FEE for an Option + Clinic is of 25$

** P.S : If your child wants to add extra evening sessions, we need your authorization at your arrival at camp.

PRIVATE LESSONS If you require a private one on one type of clinic, these are given during theafternoon. You can work with the trainer of your choice. It’s all about YOU forthe entire hour. Lessons are given from Monday to Friday, in the afternoon.The FEE for private lessons is OF 75$

Private lessons for the flying trapeze are also available.

CASH ONLY

A FREE WEEK AT CAMP!!!!

Once more this summer we will hold our annualdraw for a free week at Camp. We are looking for 5 or 6 volunteers to handle BBQDuties on Saturday from 10AM to 1PM duringdemonstration training.

All proceeds go to OPÉRATION ENFANT SOLEIL.

This draw is open only to the children of parents volunteering for BBQ Duty!A free week at NEXT YEAR’S GYMREP CAMPGREAT ODDS, 40/1, so best of luck to you!To register as a volunteer for BBQ Duty, please call 450-662-9901

ON A FIRST COME, FIRST SERVED BASIS.CALL US SOON!

Since our joint

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GENERAL INFORMATIONFor any questions, queries or comments pertaining to our

HANDBOOK or the GYMREP PROGRAM,please contact

The office 450-662-9901Head Contact Person at HeadquartersAt camp (Summer) 450-882-2303

CAMP BOUTE-EN-TRAIN1640 Chemin Rochon, Chertsey, Qc, J0K 3K0