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ALBERTA GYMNASTICS FEDERATION

Gymnastics ... It ’s more than just a sport!

2016 - 2017

TABLE OF CONTENTS

MEMBERSHIP FORMAT…………………………………..1

CATEGORIES FOR CLUB REGISTRATION……………..2

UP-GRADING INFORMATION………………...………….3

FEE STRUCTURE…………………………………………..3

MISSION, MANDATE and GOALS………………………..4

BENEFITS OF MEMBERSHIP……………………………..7

INSURANCE PROGRAM…………………………………..9

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS REGARDING “REGISTRATION AND INSURANCE”……………………10

COACHING CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS………...13

CANGYM PROGRAM……………………………………….20

CANJUMP PROGRAM……………………………………....21

APPENDIX A………………………Risk Management Cheerleading

APPENDIX B……………………..…Annual Registration Schedule

APPENDIX C……………………….Insurance/Drop In & Birthdays

APPENDIX D…………………….……….……Notification of Risk

APPENDIX E…………………………….……NCCP Levels – New

APPENDIX F……………………….……GCG Coaching Overview

APPENDIX G……………………………………..NCCP Summary

APPENDIX H ……………………………………………PD Points

APPENDIX I …………………………….……AGF Staff Directory

2016-2017 AGF Membership Page 1


MEMBERSHIP FORMAT

The AGF membership format has been designed to ensure that equity exists in the fees that are assessed to individual clubs. In order to achieve fairness, the fees are calculated according to the criteria listed below.

1. The types of programs offered by the club and the number of disciplinesdictates the status of your club as a competitive or recreational member.

2. The size of the club (the total number of participants).

It is important for clubs to register all of their participants at least once in each program year (July 1st – June 30th). Failure to register participants may place a club in jeopardy in the event that an unregistered participant is injured, as the insurance program requires all participants to be registered.

Enclosed in this Membership Information Booklet is a chart that you can keep to remind you of critical registration deadlines. If you have any questions, please contact the AGF Membership Coordinator.

Please note that every participant in a club’s programs must be registered with AGF for the current year. This can be done with:

1. “Recreational Participant Registration Form” completed by each non-competitive participant with the top copy returned to the AGF office (yellow form available from the AGF office),

2. Clubs may submit a printout that includes names and addresses of non-competitive participants, or

3. Through Activenet.4. All other members (coaches/competitive athletes/demo team) must be

listed on the appropriate AGF Registration Forms found on the AGF website under Membership - http://abgym.ab.ca/Membership.

Also please ensure for insurance purposes that participants are registered in the appropriate category. i.e. competitive in competitive, recreation in general etc. Participants registered as general, but training under competitive guidelines is not permitted.


CATEGORIES FOR CLUB REGISTRATION ♦ GENERAL Clubs involved with one or more of the following types of programs will be considered “General Gymnastics Stream”.

- Any individual participating in a non-competitive program (Pre-school, CANGYM, CANJUMP, Interclub, Performance/Demo team, F.A.S.T. (Levels 1, 2, and 3)

♦ COMPETITIVE Clubs involved in operating programs for competitive athletes competing in provincially sanctioned competitions will be considered “Competitive”. Competitive Club consists of the following Categories: Developmental Stream: Women: Pre-Competitive, LEAP, Junior Olympic (JO) 1-3

Competitive Stream: Women: Junior Olympic (JO) 4-8 Aspire 1, Aspire 2 Men: Provincial 1-5, Elite 1, Elite 2 Trampoline & Tumbling: Provincial 1-4 Acro: Level 5-8 Elite/National Stream: Women: Junior Olympic (JO) 9-10,

HP Novice/Junior/Senior Men: Elite 3, Elite 4,

Junior/Senior/Open

Trampoline & Tumbling: National Athletes-Level 5, 6, Junior, Senior Acro: Age Group 1, 2, Youth, Junior, Senior


UP-GRADING INFORMATION

Any athlete may deem to be competitive by virtue of entering an AGF Sanctioned Competition by the deadline indicated on the meet entry form. The upgrade form must be submitted to the AGF office with applicable fees a minimum of 1 week prior to the competition deadline. This includes registration fees for the competition, up-grading fee for the athlete(s) and the upgrading fee for the club if it is not already registered as competitive for that program.

FEE STRUCTURE REGULAR PROGRAMS – ALL CLUBS 1. Basic Club Fee -General -Developmental

- Competitive and

2. Participant Assessments - Competitive Coaches - General Coaches

- Pre-Coaches/Coaches in Training - Elite athletes - Competitive athletes - Developmental athletes - General athletes

3. Programs: each of the following categories are considered one discipline: - Competitive female athlete (WAG)

- Competitive male athlete (MAG) - Competitive acro athlete (ACRO)

- Competitive T & T athlete (T&T) The General component of a Competitive Club is included with the fee. NOTE: Many clubs offer “promotional or special activities” for which they do not charge a specific fee. No additional registration is required for participants in promotional activities on the condition that the activity does not exceed 3 hours in total. Special situations should be brought to the attention of the AGF’s President/CEO. REMINDER: For insurance purposes, all names of the participants must be recorded and submitted to the AGF office (upon completion of the program). Forms are available from the AGF office. Clubs should also retain a copy for their records. Rental of your facility to an independent group that is conducting its own activity does not have to be registered with AGF. However, you should ensure that a


formal rental agreement is signed which stipulates that the group will provide its own Comprehensive Liability Insurance. NOTE: PAYMENT OF LIABILITY AND SPORT ACCIDENT INSURANCE PREMIUM ASSESSMENTS ($4.80 PER PARTICIPANT FOR GENERAL/DEVELOPMENTAL AND $7.50 FOR PROVINCIAL/ELITE/NATIONAL) ARE A CONDITION OF MEMBERSHIP AND MUST BE INCLUDED FOR EACH NEW PARTICIPANT ON THE REGISTRATION FORMS (Summer/Fall/Winter/Spring).

MISSION, MANDATE AND GOALS

The Alberta Gymnastics Federation (AGF) is an organization comprised of general and competitive gymnastics clubs throughout Alberta. The AGF exists to provide support and services to the member clubs. The member clubs "are" the AGF.

Mission Statement

"We are dedicated to developing gymnastics and its values by encouraging participation, growth, and personal success for everyone."

Business Statement

The business of the Alberta Gymnastics Federation is to bring together the resources required to achieve its mission, in affiliation with its partners. This includes, but is not limited to, human resources, financial resources, programs and facilities.

Values and Belief Statement The Alberta Gymnastics Federation believes that gymnastics should be a positive experience for all and that every member is entitled to a safe and respectful sporting environment.

The Alberta Gymnastics Federation values honesty and integrity as demonstrated through:

Team work and cooperation, and the fostering of respect for and compliance with guidelines regulations and rules.

Mutual respect between and among athletes, coaches, judges, clubs, disciplines, administrators and volunteers.

The Alberta Gymnastics Federation values equitable access to opportunities for personal success and development. The Alberta Gymnastics Federation values the fun, fitness and fundamentals of gymnastics and the pursuit of excellence.


Goal Statement

1. More people participating in and enjoying gymnastics.

2. To achieve Olympic podium performances.

3. Inspire athletes to achieve personal success.

4. More partners building gymnastics.

Mandate

As a Not-for-Profit, volunteer-directed agency, the Alberta Gymnastics Federation functions on behalf of its member clubs to co-ordinate activities and programs that contribute to the development of gymnastics as both a recreational activity and a competitive sport.

The primary (core) activities of the AGF include:

• Participation Development

• Athlete / Leadership Development

• Membership Development

• Services and Resources

1. Participation Development

Enhancing and expanding the membership by encouraging more people toparticipate in gymnastics.

2. Athlete/Leadership Development: Men’s, Trampoline & Tumbling Women’s,Acro and General

Enhancing the existing high level of athletes and coaching developmentalprograms to allow all levels of athletes to reach their personal best.

Expanding the coaching development to produce more and better coaches.

Expanding the judging development to produce more and better judges.


3. Membership Development

Continue to be competitive leaders of a safe and enjoyable sport that benefits everyone.

4. Services & Resources

Expanding the market thrust of Alberta Gymnastics Federation to meet the challenges of greater self-sufficiency in developing the growth of the sport.

Continue to develop the communication with our membership through Social Media (email, website, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, etc.), workshops, brochures, and committee/assembly meetings.

Maintain strong organizational and financial controls to ensure longevity of the organization.

Operations As a volunteer-directed, Not-for-Profit agency, the Alberta Gymnastics Federation functions under the guidance of an elected Board of Directors. The Board is responsible for determining the strategic priorities of the Federation and identifying the primary organizational objectives that arise from those priorities. Responsibility for achieving objectives and conducting the day-to-day business of the Federation is assigned to the staff.


BENEFITS OF BELONGING TO

THE ALBERTA GYMNASTICS FEDERATION The primary role of the Federation is to provide administrative support in the development and delivery of programs and competitions in General Gymnastics, National Coaching Certification Programs, Women’s Artistic Gymnastics, Trampoline and Tumbling, Men’s Artistic Gymnastics, Acro Gymnastics and Special Events. The Alberta Gymnastics Federation is comprised of member clubs throughout the Province. The AGF has two general areas of responsibility. One area is the coordination of gymnastics activities that are Provincial in nature such as leadership development, the recreation development program and the competitive program. The other area is that of the provision of services to clubs, particularly services that would not otherwise be available to the clubs. The following is a list of some of the advantages that a club receives with membership to the AGF: SERVICES AND RESOURCES:

• A comprehensive liability insurance package to protect club directors,

coaches and supervisors from potential lawsuits as well as a sports accident insurance policy that compensates participants for sport related injuries.

• Access to program resources. • Leadership Development (i.e. coaching and judging clinics and

certification). Access to NCCP Courses. • Eligibility for grants that are available through various government

agencies. • Provincial support – grant/funding support letters. • Voting privileges at the Annual General Meeting and opportunity to

nominate individuals for positions on the Board of Directors. Direct input into AGF’s operation and policy development.

• Access to National “CANGYM” badge program. • Access to Provincial CanJump Badge Program. • Access to various fundraising initiatives (including AGF sponsored

casino). • Right to participate in sanctioned, safe competitions, events and interclub

activities. • Provincially and nationally regulated coaching standards.


• Knowledgable and dedicated staff. • Comprehensive coach and volunteer screening procedures. • “Respect in Sport” – required harassment and abuse education for

coaches, parents, athletes, judges and other volunteers. • Subsidized travel for athletes, coaches and officials for sanctioned

events. • Comprehensive AGF Communication Binder updated yearly

containing all information pertaining to hosting events, policies and procedures, technical regulations, etc.

• Regular electronic mailings on upcoming events, educational course listings, etc.

• Use of the Alberta Gymnastics Federation website to advertise positions available at your club or equipment that you may want to find or sell.

• The opportunity to promote your club through a direct link to your website from the AGF website.

• Enhancement Grant totaling $100,000.00 • Coach Mentorship Program $18,000 • Sport and Club Promotion • Member of a National Sport Body; Gymnastics Canada • Access to Online Registration with ActiveNet. • Access to 3rd Level Consulting for Operations/Policy

support/development.


INSURANCE PROGRAM

The Alberta Gymnastics Federation provides a comprehensive insurance package for its member clubs. Participation in the program is mandatory as it covers all of the club directors and representatives of the AGF, coaches, volunteers and athletes. The Program has two components:

i. Comprehensive General Liability Policy, which provides 10 milliondollars’ worth of coverage for litigation costs and settlements arising fromnegligence which results in personal harm.

ii. Sports Accident Policy, which provides cash payment for specific types ofinjuries. Costs such as ambulance charges, and immediate “out ofpocket” expenses related to an injury may also be provided through thiscoverage.

iii. DAS Canada- Telephone Legal Advice helpline. This program willprovide your Board of Directors, club owners and general managersUNLIMITED access to legal advice from 8:00 a.m. to midgnight, sevendays a week. Please contact AGF for the applicable information.

Making a Claim:

Contact: Mr. Neil H. HoggToole Peet and Co. Calgary, Alberta (403) 209-5428 Toll Free 1-888-838-6653

Please note that Toole Peet and Co. also offer a wide range of supplementary optional coverage that individual clubs may wish to purchase. They offer preferred rates to AGF member clubs for these supplementary policies. Clubs may wish to consider coverage such as, building contents, business interruption, or increasing their own Directors and Officers Liability.

For further information regarding Insurance please refer to the Insurance Bulletin in your Membership package.


FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS REGARDING

“REGISTRATION AND INSURANCE”

• Who should be registered with the Alberta Gymnastics Federation?

It is a clear requirement that all Member Clubs register all individual memberswith Alberta Gymnastics including athletes, coaches, and coaches-in-training.(Please see below for birthday party and drop-in participants).Failure to register all members will be considered an act of misrepresentation andwill have adverse effects on the Club’s membership status, and more importantly,there will be no insurance coverage for unregistered individuals.

• Do we have to register all of our members/participants with the AGF?

YES. It is a condition of membership in the AGF that clubs register all of theircompetitive athletes and general participants. Insurance coverage could bejeopardized if an individual who is not registered is injured. However, eachparticipant need only be registered once per season (July-June).

• If we rent our facility to another organization or group do we require anyadditional insurance coverage? (eg. Ski clubs, Aerobic classes)

NO, not usually. Assuming that your club has obtained adequate TenantsLiability insurance you should be able to sub-let your premises without concern.We do recommend, however, that you execute a written rental agreement with thegroup in which you stipulate that they must obtain their own General CommercialLiability Insurance coverage. You should also check with your landlord to ensurethat there are no restrictions in your lease that would prevent you from renting itout.

• Are drop-ins/birthday party attendees required to pay an AGF membership fee?

AGF encourages clubs to register all attendees; however, a separate insurancecoverage for member clubs offering drop-ins and birthday parties has beensecured at a lower cost. For insurance purposes, all names of the participants mustbe recorded and submitted to the AGF office on a quarterly basis. Please seeAppendix C.


• Can athletes and chaperones travel to a gymnastics competition outside ofCanada?

YES, they are insured as long as they have requested sanction and obtainedapproval from Gymnastics Canada to participate in the competition that they wishto attend outside of Canada.

AGF currently possesses an accident policy with SSQ Insurance and containedwithin this policy is $20,000 for additional medical expenses provided to theparticipants, even if the event or competition occurs outside of Canada. ToolePeet agrees that $20,000 is an adequate limit for expenses incurred in Canada butmay not suffice for expenses incurred in other countries (ie. United States). AGF,through Toole Peet has negotiated for SSQ to provide the member clubs at anadditional cost a separate Sports Accident policy for teams and clubs that wouldbe traveling abroad for competitions. The limit that was discussed was $100,000.This limit may still not be sufficient but should allow the injured athlete to returnto Canada. In order to obtain coverage for Sickness while incurred outside ofCanada a separate travel medical policy should also be purchased.

• Is anyone covered under the AGF insurance policy that is not a direct member ofa registered club?

Yes, AGF’s insurance coverage always extends to parents of registered members,as well as the Board of Directors of the club. Parents acting as chaperones arealso covered providing they are involved in an activity related to the memberclub.

* A Parent or Guardian of a minor whose name is contained in the register of members of a MemberClub shall be considered a member of the Society. A member so associated shall, subject to the discretion of the Board of Directors have the same rights and obligations as an Associated Member.

• AGF’s Refund Policy – At what point do you accept a refund?

COMPETITIVE: If a competitive or elite athlete has trained for a period of 30 days (one month) or less, the club would be eligible for a refund of ½ the registration fee, no GST or insurance fee would be included.

GENERAL: If a general member has trained for a period of 14 days (2 weeks) or less, the club would be eligible for a refund of ½ the registration fee, no GST or insurance fee would be included.


• Is the use of “Jumpy Tents” covered under the AGF Insurance coverage?

“Jumpy Tents” are in fact covered under the AGF Policy as long as they follow a set format, established rules and guidelines to ensure kids are kept safe and being taught in a secure manner. Acceptable skills include safety stops, tucks, straddles, seat drops, hand and knee drops.

PLEASE FEEL FREE TO CONTACT THE AGF OFFICE IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS WITH REGARD TO SPECIFIC SITUATIONS.


COACHING CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS


Coaching Certification – Club As we start to move toward Competency-Based training please see the following documents to see the future of NCCP training for our sport. Remember, this is a long-term plan that will take years to pilot and implement.

Please see the revised NCCP documents: 1) Transfer of Qualification from the Levels NCCP to the Competency-Based NCCP(Appendix E)

2) Overview of the Gymnastics NCCP program (Appendix F)

3) Coaching Education Pathway (Appendix G)

4) NCCP PD Points Summary (Appendix H)

QUESTIONS? Contact the Education Program Coordinator Gina Peake at the AGF office 1-800-665-1010.

Certified NCCP Coach (National Coaching Certification Program) To be considered a certified Artistic Gymnastics Coach, coaches must have successfully completed all four components of the Gymnastics Foundations Artistic certification (Introduction, Theory, Artistic-sport specific and Evaluation) OR all three components of the (old) NCCP Level 1 program (Theory, Artistic Technical, and Practical).

To be considered a certified Trampoline Gymnastics Coach, coaches must have successfully completed all four components of the Gymnastics Foundations Trampoline certification (Introduction, Theory, Trampoline-sport specific and Evaluation) OR all three components of the (old) NCCP Level 1 program (Theory, Trampoline Technical, and Practical).

To be considered a certified Acrobatics Gymnastics Coach, coaches must have successfully completed all the necessary components to be considered a certified Artistic Gymnastics Coach or a certified Trampoline Gymnastics Coach.

Coaches may start their NCCP Gymnastics Foundations training at age 15 (no pre-requisite required), however they may not apply for certification or Level 2/Competition 1 training until 16 years of age.

http://www.abgym.ab.ca/content/download/2977/20297/file/NCCP_LEVELS-NEW_TSF.pdf

http://www.abgym.ab.ca/content/download/2978/20300/file/GCG_coachingoverview_EN.pdf

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Registered General (Recreation) Coach

Registered General Active Start coaches must have a minimum of Gymnastics Foundations Introduction, Theory, and Active Start Gymnastics OR (old) PCCP training/certification to coach children 6 years of age and under. For recreational classes for children between 6 to 12 years of age, the instructor must be Artistic Gymnastics trained.

Registered General Artistic Gymnastics coaches must have a minimum of Gymnastics Foundations Introduction, Theory, and Artistic Gymnastics OR (old) NCCP Level 1 Gymnastics certification (theory, technical and practical). [If trampoline or double mini-trampoline is used anywhere in the program, the Gymnastics Foundations Trampoline course or (old) NCCP Trampoline Technical is also required]. Artistic Gymnastics Trained coaches can lead classes for children 6 years and older. For classes with children 0-6 years, the coach must be Active Start Trained.

Registered General Trampoline coaches must have a minimum of Gymnastics Foundations Introduction, Theory, and Trampoline Gymnastics OR (old) NCCP Level 1 Trampoline certification (theory, technical and practical).

Coaches may start their NCCP Gymnastics Foundations training at age 15 (no pre-requisite required), however they may not apply for certification or Level 2/Competition 1 training until 16 years of age.

TRAINED Coaches versus CERTIFIED Coaches

INTRO+THEORY+SPORT SPECIFIC (Artistic, Trampoline etc.) = TRAINED

“TRAINED” coaches may independently coach their own group of athletes as long as there is a “Certified” coach in the gym at all times. Coaches are encouraged to only coach athletes at their present level of training or below. “TRAINED” coaches may proceed through the coaching pathway and are eligible to take Level 2/Competition 1 courses in their specified discipline.

INTRO +THEORY+SPORT SPECIFIC+ EVALUATION= CERTIFIED

“CERTIFIED” coaches may independently coach their own group of athletes AND may supervise and mentor other coaches at or below their present certification level. Certified coaches that have mentorship or supervisory responsibilities should be a minimum of 18 years of age.


Coaches may start their NCCP Gymnastics Foundations training at age 15 (no pre-requisite required), however they may not apply for certification or Level 2 training until 16 years of age.

ADDITIONAL TRAINING COMPONENTS – APPLICABLE TO ALL COACHES

All coaches must become Respect in Sport certified within 60 days from their date of employment. There will be no ‘grand fathering’ of this course. Any coach not Respect in Sport certified within the time limit is subject to sanction by the AGF upon receipt of a complaint in accordance with the AGF Discipline Policy.

All coaches who are selected as a Team Coach for AGF must show proof of Respect in Sport certification prior to being approved as a Team Coach. A coach cannot act as a Team Coach without Respect in Sport certification. (see 20.2.5)

Any clubs with coaches other than coaches in training, found to be missing RIS Certification will be fined $25.00 per coach. If necessary, the invoice will be sent in February. Please ensure your club adheres to the policy mentioned above.

After Respect in Sport certification is obtained, no re-certification is required. Visit: www.gymnasticscanada.respectgroupinc.com/secure/

Making Ethical Decisions

All coaches must complete the Make Ethical Decisions (MED) module and the MED Competition Introduction online evaluation available through the Coaching Association of Canada. (www.coach.ca)

Gymnastics Foundations Coaches must complete the module and online evaluation as part of their certification (the module is covered in the GF Theory course, and online requirement is to be completed afterwards). Coaches need their Coaching Certification number (NCCP#) to access the online evaluation. If a coach does not have an NCCP#, contact AGF or the Coaching Association of Canada (613-235-5000).

Coaches who were certified with the old NCCP Level 1 Theory (not Part A) course needed to have completed the MED module and/or evaluation prior to December 31, 2014. If they failed to complete the MED requirements they have been reassigned to “Trained” status.

All coaches are strongly urged to be certified in Standard First-Aid and CPR.

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All club coaches are strongly urged to undergo proper screening practices.

Any clubs with concerns regarding certification of their coaches are encouraged to contact the AGF Education Program Coordinator or the President/CEO.

Registered Pre-Coach and Coaches in Training

Pre-Coaches in Training Program (Pre-CIT) Coaches who are 13 and 14 years of age can enroll in the Gymnastics Canada Gymnastique Pre-CIT Program. If the individual is 13 years of age the program is 2 years in duration, 1 year if they are 14 years old. AGF encourages enrollment in this program, as it introduces aspiring coaches to the various aspects of coaching gymnastics. This is a club based program. It involves individual study, mentorship and hands-on coaching experience under the direct* supervision of a mentor coach. Mentor coaches must be a minimum of 18 years of age, certified Gymnastics Foundations or Level 1 coach, and have sound knowledge of the pre-school and recreational programs in their club. Only coaches enrolled in the GCG Pre-CIT program can be registered members of Alberta Gymnastics. Those clubs using unapproved mentorship programs will not be able to utilize the AGF membership program for those coaches. AGF strongly recommends that all clubs used the GCG Pre-CIT program when working with aspiring coaches 13-14 years of age. To obtain the Pre-CIT Workbook and Mentor’s Guide please contact the AGF NCCP Program Coordinator.

*(Direct supervision means: Pre-CIT coaches cannot have sole responsibility for a group of athletes and must be supervised by working side by side with a CERTIFIED coach that is a minimum of 18 years of age).

Coaches in Training

Coaches “IN TRAINING” refers to coaches that have started taking some Gymnastics Foundations courses, but are not yet considered “TRAINED”. These coaches have only completed Gymnastics Introduction and/or Theory course(s). These coaches are referred to be “IN TRAINING”. Coaches “IN TRAINING” must be under the direct* supervision of a certified coach.

*(Direct supervision means: Coaches with “In Training” status cannot have sole responsibility for a group of athletes and must be working side by side and supervised by a CERTIFIED coach that is a minimum of 18 years of age).


Head Coach/Program Directors

COMPETITIVE CLUBS In competitive clubs, the gymnastics Head Coach or the gymnastics Program Director must be CERTIFIED NCCP Level 2 Gymnastics (Theory, Technical and Practical) or Competition 1 (C1) (4 day course + Portfolio & Video Evaluation). Head Coaches or Program Directors of a trampoline/tumbling program must be certified NCCP Level 2 Trampoline (Theory, Technical and Practical).

RECREATIONAL CLUBS In recreational clubs the Head Coach or the gymnastics Program Director must be certified NCCP Level 1 gymnastics (Theory, Technical and Practical) OR Gymnastics Foundations certified (Intro, Theory, Artistic and Evaluation).

IMPORTANT: Please refer to Appendix G to review minimum requirements for NCCP coach training for CANGYM and JO levels. To coach children ages 6 years and under, coaches must be NCCP Active Start trained. For coaching children over the age of 6 in a recreation program, the instructor must be Artistic Gymnastics trained. To be a supervisor or to work independently coaches must be 18 years of age AND certified. “Trained” coaches must be indirectly supervised.

Coaching Certification – Discipline

MEN - Qualifications for AGF sanctioned events

All competitive coaches wishing to be on the training and/or competition floor at any AGF sanctioned event must have their NCCP Level 1 Gymnastics Certification (Theory, Technical and Practical) OR Gymnastics Foundations Artistic Gymnastics Certification (Intro, Theory, Artistic and Evaluation).

Coaches participating at Provincial Championships must have NCCP Competition Introduction (C1)/Level 2 Men’s Artistic Gymnastics Certification or higher.

A Gymnastics Foundations Artistic Gymnastics certified coach can coach Level 1 (P1) at Provincial Championships. A Gymnastics Foundations Artistic Gymnastics Trained coach can coach Level 1 (P1) at Provincial Championships if supervised by a Gymnastics Foundations Artistic Gymnastics certified coach. Please refer to Appendix G.

All provincial Team Coaches for Western and Canadian Championships will be required to have NCCP Level 3 Men’s Artistic Gymnastics Certification.


WOMEN - Qualifications for AGF sanctioned events

For all AGF sanctioned events, at least one coach listed on the official registration form must be certified with NCCP to the level required for the competition. All other registered coaches for the event must be certified at/or one level below the required level for the competition and must be supervised by the higher certified coach. Therefore, all competitions within the Province, with the exception of Trials to Canadians and Trials to Canada Winter Games, requires one registered coach to be certified in Competition 1/Level 2 Women’s Artistic Gymnastics. For Trials to Canadians at least one registered coach must be certified in Level 3 Women’s Artistic Gymnastics. Please refer to Appendix G.

T&T - Qualifications for AGF sanctioned events

Note: Coaches who have recently undertaken certification in trampoline and/or artistic gymnastics may apply, in writing to the AGF T&T Coordinator for an exemption to be on the floor at sanctioned events.

A. F.A.S.T LEVEL COACHES

Coaches that are Level 1 Trained, or higher, in trampoline and/or Foundations Trampoline Gymnastics Certification are allowed to coach athletes on trampoline and double mini-trampoline. Coaches must be Level 1 Trained in Artistic Gymnastics and or Gymnastics Foundations Artistic Gymnastics Certified to coach athletes in tumbling. A coach must be present when an athlete is warming up or competing.

B. PRE-NATIONAL LEVEL COACHES

Pre-national coaches (athletes at levels 1-4) must be certified NCCP Level 2 Trampoline in order to coach athletes on trampoline and DMT. Coaches must be certified NCCP Level 2 Artistic Gymnastics/Competition 1 and/or Trampoline to coach athletes in tumbling. A coach must be present when an athlete is warming up or competing.

C. NATIONAL LEVEL COACHES

All National coaches (athletes at Levels 5+) must be fully certified in Level 3 Trampoline to coach athletes on Trampoline and DMT and be either certified in Level 3 Artistic Gymnastics or Trampoline to coach athletes on tumbling. A coach must be present when an athlete is warming up and competing.


ACRO - Qualifications for AGF sanctioned events

In order to qualify to be on the training or competition floor at AGF sanctioned events, all coaches must be certified in accordance with the most recent technical regulations as determined by the Acrobatic Gymnastics Technical Program.

GCG recommends that coaches coaching Acrobatic Gymnastics at the recreational level must be either Level 1 trained or Gymnastics Foundations Artistic trained coaches.

Minimum NCCP requirements for National Level Competitions – All coaches who require access to the training, warm-up and competition floors at National level competitions must be Competition 2/Level 2 Certified in Men’s Artistic Gymnastics, Women’s Artistic Gymnastics or Trampoline.

General Coaches- Qualifications for Canadian and World Gymnaestrada

Any general coach participating in Canadian and World Gymnaestrada must be Level 2/Competition 2 certified in at least one discipline (men’s/women’s artistic, trampoline or rhythmic) to have access to training and performance gyms. See Appendix G

Team Coach

The Coach(es), Chef de Mission and Manager(s) named to an Alberta Team must be certified in the Respect in Sport program.

Any Coach, Chef de Mission, or Manager on an Alberta Team should possess certification in Standard First Aid and CPR.

Any Coach, Chef de Mission, or Manager on an Alberta Team must complete and submit a Police Record Check and an Intervention Record Check that will be held at the AGF office in the strictest of confidence. As section 21 of the AGF Policies and Procedures states, these checks must be received by the AGF office by March 1st of the competitive season, or prior to the event/registration deadline, if the event takes place prior to March 1st. PRCs and IRCs are valid for a period of 3 years from the date of the completed PRC and IRC.

An Alberta named Team Coach can only be appointed to one discipline at any given event.


The Alberta Gymnastics Federation (AGF) continues to sell the CANGYM Manual. The 2009 version of the program is very coach and parent friendly. For coaches, the content includes clear illustrations of the skills and teaching tips for each. For parents, the Progress Reports clearly illustrate the skills that the child is evaluated on. This gymnastic skill based program has 12 levels and every level has 20 skills. Badge levels white and grey have been removed from the program. Another exciting component to the manual is the addition of a CD with electronic copies of the Progress Reports, Evaluation Sheets and Certificates. This way your documents can be personalized to include your clubs’ logo and participant names! This manual will continue to evolve. The CANGYM Manuals are available for purchase from the Alberta Gymnastics Federation today! The CANGYM Program Manual is $100.00 (plus Shipping, Handling & GST) for Members and $125.00 (plus Shipping, Handling & GST) for Non Members. Please order online at www.abgym.ab.ca. If you have any questions regarding the CANGYM Program please contact AGF at 1-800-665-1010.

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What is the CANJUMP Program? • A grass roots, recreational Trampoline and Tumbling program for all abilities,

ages 4 and up.

• A new approach to traditional badge programs.

• Individually paced program. No Pass or Fail.

• A program that will provide you with exceptional support and service.

• A program supported by Gymnastics Canada Gymnastique and AlbertaGymnastics Federation.

• A Program sponsored by Play Factory Inc. The Trampoline Specialists.

CANJUMP Program. It’s about Quality

The Canjump Program is an innovative recreation program dedicated to teaching trampoline and tumbling to children in a fun, challenging, and rewarding atmosphere. Samples of Reward Posters: DMT, Trampoline, Tumbling

Trampoline and Tumbling (T&T) consists of 3 disciplines; Trampoline, Double mini-trampoline (DMT) and Tumbling. CANJUMP has developed a quality program that teaches the children the basics of this sport.

Individual trampoline focuses on combinations of skills performed one after the other with no breaks or jumps in between. Double Mini- Trampoline takes place on a smaller, narrower trampoline with the participant running up to jump onto the trampoline, performing 1 or 2 skills which land back on the trampoline, and performing a dismount skill on a landing mat. Tumbling consists of performing a series of tumbling skills along a 40 to 80 foot long, 6 foot wide sprung or rod floor, or by simply using a line of mats.

The CANJUMP Program is safe, fun, motivational, and allows participants to track their progress throughout their classes.

The CANJUMP Program is committed to delivering a high quality Trampoline and Tumbling program for Canada. We’re confident that once your club uses the CANJUMP Program, you (and your participants) will be glad you did.

The CANJUMP Program manual is available through www.abgym.ab.ca. For more information and materials please contact: AGF at 1-800-665-1010.

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Appendix A

Risk Management Tips for Cheerleading

Preventing Tumbling Injuries in Cheerleading

Claims received from Markel’s Cheerleading program frequently involve injuries associated with tumbling activities. Back handsprings cause the most tumbling injuries, and require spotters to be both experienced and vigilant when supervising this activity. The American Association of Cheerleading Coaches & Advisors (AACCA) suggests the spotters bust be able to move quickly and provide assistance on each successive flip-flop.

AACCA also recommends the following:

• Make sure that the tumbling area is sufficient and free of obstructions, and that the tumbling surface is smooth, level, clean and dry.

• Develop a “traffic flow” plan that ensures safe participation. • Make sure performers warm up properly before tumbling. • Follow a well-planned program of skill progressions. • Provide competent spotting according to the need and ability of each participant and the

requirements of the maneuver being performed. • Be sure that participants have demonstrated proficiency in executing proper landing

techniques, and can protect themselves in case of uncontrolled landing and falls. • Do not allow cheerleaders to tumble in improper attire, such as clothing that is restrictive

or too loose. Do not let cheerleaders wear jewelry or chew gum. • Exercise extreme caution, use appropriate progressions, and provide competent spotting

when reaching somersaulting skills. These activities are considered to be “higher than ordinary risk.”

• Skills involving a head-first entry (dive roll entry) are characterized by little or no margin for error, require unreasonably high risk and carry with them a dangerously high potential for serious, catastrophic injury or even death. Dive roll skills or any of their variations are considered to be inherently dangerous and, as such, are not recommended.

• Trampolines, mini-trampolines and other projectile devices are not recommended for any cheerleading activity.

Appendix B

ANNUAL REGISTRATION SCHEDULE

JULY 1st - BEGINNING OF PROGRAM YEAR

JUNE 30th - END OF PROGRAM YEAR REGISTRATION INFORMATION REGISTRATION (DEADLINES) REQUIRED BY AGF DEADLINE SUMMER - AGF Recreational forms for children July 1st registered in summer programs. Third Friday of (Beginning of September Program year) - Registration for coaches conducting summer programs. - Recreational forms for all children not previously included with the RECREATIONAL FALL Summer Registration. Third Friday of - All athletes November Recreational - All coaches/instructors and apprentice & coaches not previously included with ***COMPETITIVE***

***COMPETITIVE *** the Summer Registration. Third Friday of - Payment for membership fees. October - Completed Membership Booklet. UPGRADING Upgrading athletes from recreation to 1 week prior to Competitive or upgrading an athlete from Competition one competitive category to another. Deadline Registration forms for all participants Third Friday in

WINTER not previously included with Summer February or Fall Registration. Registration forms for all participants/ Third Friday in SPRING coaches not previously included with May Summer, Fall or Winter Registrations. PLEASE NOTE: ATHLETES MAY BE UPGRADED TO COMPETITIVE AT THE SAME TIME AS THE COMPETITION DEADLINE. ENTRY FEES, UPGRADING ATHLETE FEES AND CLUB FEES (if applicable) MUST BE SUBMITTED WITH THE CORRECT ENTRY FORM WHICH CAN BE FOUND IN THE PROGRAM’S TECHNICAL HANDBOOK. ALL ATHLETES ARE REQUIRED TO HAVE A CURRENT AGF REGISTRATION NUMBER TO BE ELIGIBLE TO COMPETE.

Please note submission dates for Drop-In/Birthday Parties registration: September 30th, December 31st, March 31st, June 30th

Appendix C

Insurance is an important issue in the sport of Gymnastics and the Alberta Gymnastics Federation (AGF) is continually researching and monitoring the conditions, provincially and nationally. AGF secured insurance coverage for member clubs offering Drop-Ins and Birthday Parties at the following rates: Drop In – Insurance cost of $2.00 per participant includes: • 1 year of General Liability and Sports Accident coverage (based upon an annual

premium adjustment). • Clubs are responsible for tracking the names and numbers of the participants (see

attached form provided as an example). • AGF will collect the participant information from the clubs on a quarterly basis

(Sept. 30/Dec. 31/March 31/June 30) and then remit to Toole Peet at the end of each policy term and adjustments will be made accordingly.

• Drop In participants WILL NOT have to pay an AGF registration fee.

Birthday parties are a different matter. AllSport insurance informs AGF that their experience with parties is adverse and a $2.50 will need to be charge for each participant. This fee is for 1 year of General Liability ONLY. Sports Accident coverage could not be secured.

• Clubs are responsible for tracking the names and numbers of the participants (see attached form provided as an example).

• AGF will collect the participant information from the clubs on a quarterly basis and then remit to Toole Peet at the end of each policy term and adjustments will be made accordingly.

• Birthday party participants WILL NOT have to pay an AGF registration fee. The 3 promotional visits will remain in effect. "The number of allowable promotional visits is three (3) per individual in a season. This coverage is for promotional activities only and not for participation in any form of regularly scheduled programs. A list of all names must be kept on file for insurance purposes." 2016-2017 AGF Insurance Handbook

Appendix C (page 2)


DROP-IN/BIRTHDAY PARTY

PROGRAM REGISTRATION FORM

To be submitted Quarterly September 30th /December 31st /March 31st /June 30th

CHILDREN/YOUTH/ADULT PROGRAMS

Club: ______________________________________________ Program: ___________________________________________ (eg: Drop-in/Birthday)

PARTICIPANT’S NAME Please Print

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**Please refer to your AGF Communications Binder for Specific insurance coverage**

*Excel spreadsheet with all above information listed is also acceptable

Date: ___________________

NOTIFICATION AND ASSUMPTION OF RISK, CONSENT TO FIRST AID TREATMENT, AND RELEASE OF LIABILITY AND WAIVER OF CLAIMS

PARTICIPANT’S FIRST NAME: PARTICIPANT’S LAST NAME: PARTICIPANT’S DATE of BIRTH: GENDER:

ADDRESS: CITY: PROVINCE:

POSTAL CODE: PARENT/GUARDIAN NAME: TELEPHONE:

EMERGENCY CONTACT: EMERGENCY CONTACT TELEPHONE:

CLASS NAME: CLASS DAY: CLASS TIME:

Club Name: (the “Gymnastics Club”). [Club to enter full legal name and trade name]

Gymnastics Club’s Programs are defined and include all multiple gymnastics related activities, including, but not limited to, the following:

• Recreational / General Gymnastics;• Kids Can Move;• Women’s and Men’s Artistic;• Trampoline and Tumbling;• Acrobatics;• Birthday Parties;

• Drop-in Sessions;• Cheerleading; as per AGF guidelines• Urban Gymnastics (Parkour) and Circus

Training; as per AGF guidelines• General acrobatics and fitness; and• Similar activities.

(Hereinafter collectively referred to as the “ACTIVITIES”).

DESCRIPTION OF RISKS: I am aware that the ACTIVITIES involve inherent risks, dangers and hazards, both known and unknown, that are associated with unique movement patterns and skills, which may, in some circumstances be executed on specialized apparatus. I understand that similar risks are also inherent in using equipment associated with the ACTIVITIES, and any other devices, apparatus or attractions present at the facility. I understand the risk of negligence on the part of the Gymnastics Club and its employees, volunteers and representatives, including the failure on the part of same to take reasonable steps to safeguard or protect the participants from the risks, dangers and hazards, both known and unknown, of participating in the ACTIVITIES. I acknowledge that personal harm or injury may be sustained during my/my child’s involvement in the ACTIVITIES, including, but not limited to, broken bones, head / neck injuries, concussion, dislocations, tendon and ligament damage (including sprains), damage to teeth and dental work, spinal injuries (that could result in various degrees of paralysis), and death. I acknowledge and assume the potential risks and consent to my/my child’s participation in the ACTIVITIES.

CONSENT TO PARTICIPATION: • I/my child have/has been informed that I/he/she is to abide by the rules and regulations including directions

and instructions from the administrators, instructors, coaches, and supervisors as imposed on me/my child while participating in the ACTIVITIES.

• In the event that I/my child fails to abide by the rules and regulations imposed on me/my child whileparticipating in the ACTIVITIES, disciplinary action may either require that I/he/she not participate in the ACTIVITIES, or that I will leave/be contacted to have my child picked up or transported home at my own expense.

• I acknowledge that I/my child am/is in good health, and in proper physical condition to participate in theACTIVITIES, and I acknowledge it is my responsibility to notify the staff of any physical or mental concerns for me/my child which may affect my/my child’s participation in the ACTIVITIES.

• I acknowledge that the ACTIVITIES may require an instructor, coach, employee or supervisor to performsome manual spotting which involves direct physical contact with me/my child and designed to assist the participant in the safe performance of the program skills, and I consent to same.

Appendix D

Date: ___________________

RELEASE OF LIABILITY AND WAIVER OF CLAIMS: I confirm that I have read the above description of risks and understand the risks involved in participating in the Gymnastics Club’s program and ACTIVITIES. I confirm that I voluntarily and freely accept all such risks and choose to participate/allow my child to participate in the Gymnastics Club’s program and ACTIVITIES. I accept full responsibility for my own/my child’s actions.

In consideration of being allowed to participate in the Gymnastics Club’s program and ACTIVITIES, I hereby agree as follows:

To waive any and all claims that I have or may have in the future against, and to release and discharge from any and all liability, the Gymnastics Club, it’s directors, officers, employees, consultants, agents, contractors, volunteers, and representatives, and their respective successors and assigns, or any of them in connection with or participation in the Gymnastics Club’s program and ACTIVITIES (collectively, the “Releasees”), for any and all of the following:

• Personal injury;• Death;• Property damage; and/or• Any other loss, damage or expense,

arising from any cause whatsoever, including negligence (including, but not limited to, negligence caused by my own actions or inactions, those of others participating in the ACTIVITIES, the conditions in which the ACTIVITIES take place, or negligence of the Releasees), breach of contract, or breach of any statutory duty or other duty of care, on the part of the Releasees, and further including the failure on the part of the Releasees to take reasonable steps to safeguard or protect me from the risks, dangers and hazards of participating in the Gymnastics Club’s program and ACTIVITIES. I further agree to indemnify, save, and hold harmless each of the Releasees from any loss, liability, damage or cost which any may incur as a result of a claim, brought by myself or anyone on by behalf, against any of the Releasees.

AUTHORIZATION OF FIRST AID IN CASE OF EMERGENCY AND INDEMNIFICATION OF COSTS:

I hereby authorize basic first aid to be delivered to me/my child by the Gymnastics Club’s staff or other authorities. By administering first aid when required or requested, the Gymnastics Club in no way warrants or assumes any liability in relation to the administration of such basic first aid.

I further understand and agree that, in the case of an emergency, the Gymnastics Club assumes no responsibility or obligation relative to any cost or expense related to carrying out an emergency procedure and/or emergency transportation for me/my child and I agree to pay for such costs and expenses and shall indemnify and reimburse the Gymnastics Club for any such costs or expenses that it incurs.

I confirm and agree that this Notification and Assumption of Risk, Consent to First Aid Treatment, and Release of Liability and Waiver of Claims shall be governed by the laws of the Province of Alberta. I confirm and agree that if any portion of this Notification and Assumption of Risk, Consent to First Aid Treatment, and Release of Liability and Waiver of Claims is found to be void and unenforceable, the balance, notwithstanding, shall continue in full force and effect.

I CONFIRM THAT I HAVE READ AND UNDERSTAND THIS LEGAL AGREEMENT, I AGREE TO BE BOUND BY ITS TERMS, AND I AM AWARE THAT BY SIGNING THIS AGREEMENT I AM WAIVING CERTAIN LEGAL RIGHTS AGAINST THIS GYMNASTICS CLUB INCLUDING THE RIGHT TO SUE OR CLAIM COMPENSATION FOLLOWING AN ACCIDENT.

Signed this _____________________ day of ___________________, 20______at _________________________

Signature of Participant (if over 18 years of age) Signature of Witness

Signature of Parent of Guardian (as named above) Signature of Witness

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rsMa

king p

hysic

al ac

tivity

a fun

part

of da

ily

life.

Requ

ired

for:

LTAD

Sta

ges 7

Com

petit

ion

Intro

duct

ion

Gym

nast

ics F

ound

atio

ns

Requ

ired

for:

LTAD

Sta

ges 2

+3+4

Requ

ired

for:

LTAD

Sta

ges 3

+4+5

Requ

ired

for:

LTAD

Sta

ges 4

+5+6

Requ

ired

for:

LTAD

Sta

ges 6

+7

Com

petit

ion

Intro

duct

ion

Adva

nced

Prer

equi

sites

:Ow

n The

Pod

ium id

entifi

ed co

ache

s.

Requ

ired

for:

LTAD

Sta

ges 1

+2

Com

petit

ion

High

Per

form

ance

Pre-

CIT

Com

petit

ion

Deve

lopm

ent

Cont

ent:

Until

deve

loped

, con

tinue

with

NCC

P Le

vel 3

:Mu

lti-s

port

Modu

les:

Comp

lete 4

of 6

modu

les: C

oach

ing &

Lead

ing

Effec

tively

, Man

aging

Cnfl

ict, L

eadin

g Dru

g-fre

e Sp

ort, P

sych

ology

of P

erfor

manc

e, De

velop

ing

Athle

tic A

bilitie

s, Pr

even

tion &

Rec

over

y. Ma

y req

uire M

ED an

d DBS

P.Di

scip

line-

spec

ific T

echn

ical 3

3-6 d

ays

Prac

tical

(Disc

iplin

e-sp

ecifi

c)Mi

nimum

1 ye

ar.

Evalu

atio

n (D

iscip

line-

spec

ific)

As pa

rt of

prac

tical.

Cont

ent:

TBD

Cont

ent:

Until

deve

loped

, con

tinue

with

NCC

P Le

vel 2

: Mu

lti-S

port

Modu

les:

2 day

s: De

sign a

Bas

ic Sp

ort P

rogr

am, T

each

ing

and L

earn

ing, B

asic

Menta

l Skil

ls.Di

scip

line S

pecif

ic Te

chni

cal 2

3-4 d

ays:

MAG,

WAG

, RG,

or T

GPr

actic

al (D

iscip

line S

pecif

ic)15

0-20

0 hou

rs

Cont

ent:

GCG

Comp

Dev

Adv

ance

d Cou

rse or

Ad

vanc

ed C

oach

ing D

iplom

a Pro

gram

2 yea

rs to

comp

lete.

4 The

mes:

Coac

hing E

ffecti

vene

ss,

Coac

hing L

eade

rship,

Tra

ining

and

Comp

etitio

n Rea

dines

s, an

d Per

forma

nce

Plan

ning.

Orga

nized

with

vario

us m

odule

s for

each

the

me.

Cont

ent:

Coac

h spe

cific

deve

lopme

nt.

Prer

equi

sites

:13

-15 y

ears

Regis

tered

club

/PTO

me

mber

s

Prer

equi

sites

:Mi

nimum

age 1

6 if P

re-C

IT is

not c

omple

ted.

Minim

um ag

e 15 i

f Pre

-CIT

is co

mplet

ed.

Cont

ent:

GF In

trodu

ctio

n Co

urse

1 day

- Mu

lti-sp

ort:

histor

y, ph

iloso

phy,

fun an

d fitn

ess,

teach

ing,

learn

ing an

d clas

s man

agem

ent,

funda

menta

l mov

emen

t patt

erns

.GF

Pra

ctica

l Coa

chin

g10

wee

ks -

Wor

kboo

k.GF

The

ory C

ours

e4 h

rs - M

ake E

thica

l Dec

ision

s and

Plan

a Pr

actic

e.Di

scip

line S

pecif

ic Fo

unda

tions

Cou

rse

1 day

- Ac

tive S

tart, A

erob

ic, A

rtistic

, Rh

ythmi

c, or

Tra

mpoli

ne.

Disc

iplin

e Spe

cific

Foun

datio

ns

Evalu

atio

nCo

ach's

portf

olio +

vide

o or o

n-sit

e ev

aluati

on.

Fun/

Fitn

ess/F

UNda

men

tals

6-8 y

ears

(fema

les)

6-8/9

year

s (ma

les)

Lear

ning f

unda

menta

l mov

emen

t skil

ls an

d bu

ilding

over

all m

otor s

kills.

Build

ing ph

ysica

l liter

acy.

Coac

hing A

ssist

ant

worki

ng un

der d

irect

supe

rvisio

n of a

certif

ied

coac

h.

Appendix F

NC

CP

Co

ach

ing

Sum

mar

y

*Du

rin

g th

e in

teri

m w

hile

we

are

tran

siti

on

ing

fro

m L

evel

s N

CC

P t

o t

he

Co

mp

etit

ion

Str

eam

: C1

Tra

ined

Co

ach

es (

JO 3

-5)

and

C2

Tra

ined

co

ach

es (

JO 6

-9)

may

acc

ess

the

com

pet

itio

n f

loo

r at

Pro

vin

cial

an

d W

este

rn C

ham

pio

nsh

ips

wit

h a

thle

tes

in t

ho

se r

esp

ecti

ve le

vels

un

der

ind

irec

t su

per

visi

on

of

a Le

vel 2

WA

G C

erti

fied

co

ach

. Th

is t

emp

ora

ry

cert

ific

atio

n e

xem

pti

on

will

exp

ire

Sep

t. 2

01

8.

Follo

win

g th

is d

ead

line

coac

hes

will

be

req

uir

ed t

o b

e ce

rtif

ied

. Ple

ase

no

te: T

his

exe

mp

tio

n d

oes

no

t ap

ply

to

th

e o

ld L

evel

s sy

stem

.

“old

” Le

vel 4

Gym

“o

ld”

Leve

l 3 G

ym

“old

” Le

vel 2

Gym

“o

ld”

Leve

l 1 G

ym

“old

” Le

vel 2

Gym

Gym

nas

tics

Fo

un

dat

ion

s A

RTI

STIC

& T

RA

MP

OLI

NE

TRA

INED

Gym

nas

tics

Fo

un

dat

ion

s Ev

alu

atio

n

Po

rtfo

lio +

Eva

luat

ion

(o

n-s

ite

or

vid

eo)

Gym

nas

tics

Fo

un

dat

ion

s C

ERTI

FIED

Co

mp

etit

ion

1

Eval

uat

ion

P

ort

folio

+ E

valu

atio

n

(on

-sit

e o

r vi

deo

)

Co

mp

etit

ion

1

CER

TIFI

ED

CO

MP

ETIT

ION

1 (

C1)

(I

ntr

od

uct

ion

) 4

day

co

urs

e

Co

mp

etit

ion

1

TRA

INED

Co

mp

etit

ion

4

Eval

uat

ion

P

ort

folio

+ E

valu

atio

n

+ N

atio

nal

Tea

m a

thle

te

Co

mp

etit

ion

4

CER

TIFI

ED

CO

MP

ETIT

ION

4 (

C4)

(D

eve

lop

me

nt

Ad

van

ced

) 4

co

urs

es, e

ach

is o

ne

wee

k lo

ng,

tak

ing

pla

ce o

ver

2 y

ears

Co

mp

etit

ion

4

TRA

INED

Co

mp

etit

ion

3

Eval

uat

ion

P

ort

folio

+ E

valu

atio

n (

in

trai

nin

g &

in c

om

pet

itio

n)

Co

mp

etit

ion

3

CER

TIFI

ED

CO

MP

ETIT

ION

3 (

C3)

(D

eve

lop

me

nt)

4

day

co

urs

e

Co

mp

etit

ion

3

TRA

INED

Co

mp

etit

ion

2

Eval

uat

ion

P

ort

folio

+ E

valu

atio

n

(wo

rksh

op

or

vid

eo)

Co

mp

etit

ion

2

CER

TIFI

ED

CO

MP

ETIT

ION

2 (

C2)

(I

ntr

od

uct

ion

Ad

van

ced

) 4

day

co

urs

e

Co

mp

etit

ion

2

TRA

INED

GF

Trai

ne

d:

WA

G J

O 1

-2*

MA

G P

1*

* (u

nd

er in

dir

ect

sup

erv

isio

n o

f Le

vel 2

/C1

WA

G/M

AG

cer

tifi

ed c

oac

h –

sp

ort

sp

ecif

ic)

CA

NG

YM:

Bu

rgu

nd

y –

Pu

rple

(un

der

ind

irec

t

sup

ervi

sio

n o

f G

F ce

rtif

ied

Art

isti

c co

ach

)

GF

Ce

rtif

ied

/L1

Art

isti

c G

ym:

WA

G J

O 1

-2 (i

nd

ep

en

de

ntl

y)

MA

G P

1 (i

nd

ep

end

en

tly)

CA

NG

YM: B

urg

un

dy-

Pu

rple

(c

an s

up

erv

ise

and

me

nto

r G

F Tr

ain

ed

coac

hes

in t

hes

e b

adge

s)

Blu

e -

Silv

er (u

nd

er

ind

irec

t su

per

visi

on

of

Leve

l 2/C

1 c

erti

fie

d c

oac

h)

C3

Tra

ine

d:

WA

G J

O 1

0*

- H

P (u

nd

er

ind

irec

t

sup

ervi

sio

n o

f Le

vel 3

/C3

cert

ifie

d c

oac

h)

C3

Ce

rtif

ied

/L3

WA

G C

ert

ifie

d:

WA

G J

O 1

0 -

HP

(in

dep

en

den

tly)

Pre

-req

uis

ite

to a

cces

s fl

oo

r at

Can

adia

n

Ch

amp

ion

ship

s

C4

Ce

rtif

ied

/L4

Cer

tifi

ed

:

Req

uir

emen

t fo

r In

tern

atio

nal

Co

mp

etit

ion

s

C2

Tra

ine

d:

WA

G J

O 6

-9*(

un

der

ind

irec

t

sup

ervi

sio

n o

f Le

vel 2

/C2

cer

tifi

ed

co

ach

)

CA

NG

YM:

Gre

en

– G

old

(un

der

ind

irec

t

sup

ervi

sio

n o

f Le

vel 2

/C2

cer

tifi

ed

co

ach

)

C2

Ce

rtif

ied

/L2

WA

G C

ert

ifie

d:

WA

G J

O 6

-9 (i

nd

ep

en

de

ntl

y)

CA

NG

YM: G

reen

– G

old

(c

an s

up

erv

ise

and

me

nto

r C

2 Tr

ain

ed

coac

hes

in t

hes

e b

adge

s)

Pre

-req

uis

ite

to a

cces

s fl

oo

r at

Wes

tern

&

Can

adia

n G

ymn

aest

rad

a

Gym

nas

tics

Fo

un

dat

ion

s (G

F) 2

.5 d

ay c

ou

rse

GF

Theo

ry c

ou

rse

GF

Intr

o c

ou

rse

GF

Spo

rt S

pec

ific

co

urs

e

C1

Tra

ine

d:

WA

G J

O 3

-5*

MA

G P

2-

3, E

lite

1-2

**

(un

der

ind

irec

t su

pe

rvis

ion

of

Leve

l 2/C

1

cert

ifie

d W

AG

/MA

G c

oac

h –

sp

ort

sp

ecif

ic)

Pre

-co

mp

etit

ive

CA

NG

YM:

B

lue –

Yello

w (u

nd

er in

dir

ect

sup

ervi

sio

n

of

Leve

l 2/C

1 c

erti

fie

d c

oac

h)

C1

Ce

rtif

ied

/L2

WA

G C

ert

ifie

d:

WA

G J

O 3

-5 (i

nd

ep

en

de

ntl

y)

MA

G P

2-

3, E

lite

1-2

(in

de

pen

de

ntl

y)

Pre

-co

mp

etit

ive

CA

NG

YM: B

lue –

Yello

w

(can

su

pe

rvis

e an

d m

en

tor

C1

Trai

ned

coac

hes

in t

hes

e b

adge

s)

Appendix G

NCCP Professional Development Points

(PD Points)

GF Certified = 10pts/5yearsCompetition Intro Certified (L2) = 20pts/5yearsCompetition Development Certified (L3)= 30pts/5yrs

Appendix H

Appendix I Alberta Gymnastics Federation Staff 1-800-665-1010 PRESIDENT/CEO Scott F. Hayes O. 403-259-5500 c/o AGF Office D. 403-212-5725 F. 403-259-5588 e-mail [email protected] MEMBERSHIP COORDINATOR & Kenda London O. 403-259-5500 FINANCES c/o AGF Office D. 403-212-5720 F. 403-259-5588 e-mail: [email protected] TECHNICAL ADMIN SUPPORT Joanna Low O. 403-259-5500 c/o AGF Office F. 403-259-5588 e-mail: [email protected] WOMEN'S PROGRAM COORDINATOR Bogi Gyorfi O. 403-259-5500 c/o AGF Office D. 403-212-5723 F. 403-259-5588 e-mail: [email protected] WOMEN'S PROGRAM ASSISTANT Karen Beresnak O. 403-259-5500 c/o AGF Office D. 403-212-5721 F. 403-259-5588 e-mail: [email protected] T & & PROGRAM COORDINATOR/ Derek Hanson O. 403-259-5500 MEN'S PROGRAM COORDINATOR/ c/o AGF Office D. 403-212-5728 ACRO PROGRAM COORDNATOR F. 403-259-5588 e-mail: [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] COMMUNICATIONS Molly Fang O. 403-259-5500

c/o AGF Office D. 403-212-5729 F. 403-259-5588

e-mail: [email protected] GENERAL GYMNASTICS/KIDS CAN MOVE Heather Sjostrom O. 403-259-5500 COORDINATOR c/o AGF Office D. 403-919-8984 F. 403-259-5588

e-mail: [email protected] EDUCATION (NCCP) PROGRAM Gina Peake O. 403-259-5500 COORDINATOR c/o AGF Office D. 403-212-5727

F. 403-259-5588 e-mail: [email protected]

AGF ACTIVENET COORDINATOR Jacqueline Escobar O. 403-259-5500 c/o AGF Office D. 403-640-2913 F. 403-259-5588 e-mail: [email protected] SPECIAL EVENTS PROGRAM Robin McDougall O. 403-259-5500 COORDINATOR c/o AGF Office D. 403-919-1194 F. 403-259-5588

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