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Gymnastics NSW Policy of 31

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

Gymnastics NSW Policy v3 of 31

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

Gymnastics For All – 2015 Technical Handbook


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:


Kindergym Coordinator*

Lesley Gilbey Phone: Email:

4365 5545 [email protected]

Inclusions Coordinator*

Judy Tolhurst Phone: Email:


Performance Coordinator

Michaela Pendleton Phone: Email:


Initiative Program Coordinator*

Matt Angel Phone: Email:


GNSW Events & Sports Development Officer

Natalie Jaques Phone: Email:


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

mailto:[email protected]








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.



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.



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.



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.



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.

http://www.gymnastics.org.au/gfa-resources.html




http://www.gymnastics.org.au/updating.html



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.

http://www.launch-pad.org.au/

http://www.gymnastics.org.au/visageimages/About_Us/By_laws_Policies_Tech_Regs/KinderGym_Guiding_Principles_2014.pdf

http://www.gymnastics.org.au/visageimages/About_Us/By_laws_Policies_Tech_Regs/KinderGym_Guiding_Principles_2014.pdf

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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



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.

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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.



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.




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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http://www.gymnastics.org.au/page.php?id=990

https://sportsconnect.gymnastics.org.au/

http://www.gymnastics.org.au/gymshop.html

http://www.specialolympics.com.au/



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.


http://www.specialolympics.org/



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)

http://www.gymnsw.org.au/calendar/default.asp?fromYear=2014&display=list&Type=&Category=&Class=&OID=

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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



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

http://www.laycockstreettheatre.com/

http://www.gymforlife09.org/

http://www.gymnastics.org.au/



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

http://www.wg-2015.com/



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





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.

http://www.gymnastics.org.au/visageimages/Club_Development/GA_tour_appform%20FINAL%202014.pdf




GFA Sports Program Manager

Team Gym

Coordinator

Monitor Program Manual

Coordinate Education Workshops

Coordinate Events

Assist with judging resources

Kindergym

Coordinator

Network with communities


Co ordinate Kinderfest

Inclusions

Coordinator

Assist with Development of

Programs


Coordinate Events

Assist with Judging Resources

Coordinate Sub Committee

Performance

Coordinator

Assist with Development of

Performance Pathway


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



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.



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.


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 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.


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


Representation Represent the SMC at external stakeholder meetings as requested by GNSW.



INCLUSIONS COORDINATOR 2013 & 2015


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.


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 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.


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


Representation Represent the SMC at external stakeholder meetings as requested by

GNSW.



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.


Conduct research in relation to increasing Team Gym participation and pathways within NSW and beyond.


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.


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


Representation

Represent the SMC at external stakeholder meetings as requested by GNSW.



PERFORMANCE COORDINATOR 2013 & 2015


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.


Conduct research in relation to increasing performance participation and pathways within NSW and beyond.


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.


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


Representation

Represent the SMC at external stakeholder meetings as requested by GNSW



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.



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. __________________________________________________________



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




Petrina Hutchinson Email: [email protected]


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