IMPORTANT INFORMATION - ACTIVITY RULES TERMS & CONDITIONS
At JS Gymnastics Club our aim is to develop and promote the sport of Olympic gymnastics
at all ages and levels of ability. We are really pleased to see the growth of club members
since we started in 2021. This year was very successful at both recreational and
competitive levels. Since the club is growing in memberships our Men’s programme
delivered three gymnasts to the British Finals, while the Women’s
programme succeeded to win "Regional Team Apparatus Final’’.
Specific groups and conditions.
Our aim is to offer an opportunity for members with a clear definition of what each
group will be doing. Movement through each of the clubs’ programs is possible where
the individual meets the specific criteria of that program. We have a very broad range of
classes and there are opportunities for any age or ability.
RECREATIONAL
classes. One or two-hour training a week which provides a fun and safe
environment to experience Gymnastics using activities on all apparatus and JS Award
Schemes. There are internal competitive options and for some members external
competitive options.
COMPETITION
classes. From two up to four hours training a week. Provides more
advanced gymnastics training aimed to achieve more difficult skills, improve strength and
flexibility. Aim to represent the club at advanced recreational and novice level
competitions.
COMPETITION and DEVELOPMENT SQUADS.
These groups are selected from the
membership by a trial and testing and members MUST demonstrate a commitment to
attend training, an exceptional work rate, a competitive instinct and an ambition to
succeed at a high level of performance. The CLUB and the FAMILIES must INVEST
considerable time and expense in maintaining the progress of these members and so very
clear targets are set from the National Governing Body , British Gymnastics skill
development levels. Membership of the group is reviewed twice a year APRIL and
NOVEMBER and continuing membership of these groups is dependent on:
• A minimum attendance of 85% of the training times offered.
• Meeting the skill levels of their particular age level setwork for the competitive
pathway at Regional and National performance
• Demonstrate a safe, confident, and determined attitude to succeed in learning,
skill practice and performance.
All must understand that gymnastics is developed at a young age and the
expectations for elite gymnastics are therefore very demanding of both physique and
character. Selection is based on a snapshot of physical type and identified natural ability.
Regular reviews are necessary, it would be wrong of us to continue taking
your membership fees if an elite outcome is not possible. This would place children,
parents, and coaches under an unreasonable expectation. The club can offer alternative
options for participation. There is a place in the club for all.
Membership and fees
Membership is an annual payment made each year. We deliver a minimum of 48 weeks
each year for all classes and the annual fee is divided into 12 monthly payments. There
are no refunds or remissions on monthly payments for any reason, personal holidays,
illness etc. Membership is an annual fee paid more conveniently in monthly payments.
Membership is ended when the monthly fee is cancelled with two weeks’ notice.
Initial Payment:
Upon signing up as a member, you will receive an invoice to pay for the first few sessions.
Direct Debit Setup:
After the initial payment, you will need to set up a direct debit for future fees.
Monthly Payment:
Direct debit fees are payable upfront.
Your account will be debited on the 28th day of each month for the following month's fees.
Fees (correct at 1st Jan 2025)
1H a week - £10.0 per hour = £42 per month
2H a week - £8.5per hour = £71.50 per month
3H a week - £7.5 per hour = £88 per month
4H a week- £5.75 per hour = £96 per month
NON-PAYMENT OF FEES - Where fees lapse, are unpaid or bank payment are returned
unpaid only one warning will be given. After reasonable attempts are made to resolve
the problem, if fees remain unpaid, membership will cease and cannot be restarted only
after missing fees are paid. Club reserve the rights to offer a space to someone else in
that case.
Club Membership Fee:
JS Gymnastics Club membership fee covers the administration costs as well as
our affiliation with West Midlands Gymnastics Association (WMAGA). The fee is
due upon joining as a full member. It costs £15 and renews every year in April.
British Gymnastics Membership:
JS Gymnastics Club is a member of British Gymnastics (the National
Governing Body for the sport of gymnastics in the United Kingdom). As such all
our members must purchase a British Gymnastics Membership to train at our
club. The British Gymnastics Membership includes comprehensive medical
insurance.
Please note, a British Gymnastics Membership must be purchased before your
first class as a full member. Gymnasts will not be permitted to train until this is in
place as they will not be insured in the event of injury.
WELFARE
The policy for the welfare of young people and vunerable persons is absolute. We follow
the safegarding policies set by the National Governing Body: British Gymnastics.
The welfare officer manages all welfare enquiries for our club and they can be contacted
on jsclubwelfareofficer@gmail.com
For further information please see our safeguarding policy on the website.
SAFETY
The safety of individuals in our classes is a guiding principle that drives all the
programmes and activities. Where individual behaviour places either that individual or
other members at risk, we have the right to suspend membership. Where individual
behaviour disrupts the wellbeing or enjoyment of other users, we have the right to
suspend membership. These rules are set by the National Governing Body British
Gymnastics and form part of our Code of Conduct policies.
For further information please see our Code of Conduct and Anti Bullying policies on the website.