Competitive Gymnastics
HOW DO WE JOIN THE COMPETITIVE TEAM?
Testing for competitive programs is typically held in April/May. Previous recreational gymnastics experience is recommended, but a love for turning upside down and a demonstrated natural ability in strength, flexibility, and coordination could be a sign your daughter is a gymnast. TRY-OUT dates are advertised on the club website, Facebook, and in the gym.
Bluewater Gymnastics Club is a not-for-profit community sports organization governed by a Board of Directors consisting of parents and community members. Competitive programs at the club are supported through the assistance and participation of its competitive team member families. Participation of our competitive members is integral to providing a quality experience for all our gymnastics programs, as well as assisting in keeping club fees as reasonable as possible. Levels of participation are determined by the number of hours the competitive gymnast works. Participation is fulfilled by taking on committee and/or executive positions, or signing up for Bingos or Cleaning Blitz.
REGISTRATION in the Competitive Program is processed internally.
Team Programs
All team programs are 12-months in length with the new season starting in July. The Club is a member of Gymnastics Ontario and follows the technical requirements to compete in the Development Program. Provincial competition begins at 9 years of age with various levels of entry dependent on the gymnast’s mastery of the skill requirements. Competitive age is determined by the birth year age as of Dec 31, of the following year.
Pre-Competitive (4-8 years)
Young gymnasts who show an above average enthusiasm for gymnastics and can demonstrate the physical ability and mental prowess to move beyond the typical Kindergym structure geared for that age group. Classes focus on building strength, flexibility, and basic gymnastics skill development.
Training commitment:
- Pre-competitive 4 hours is 2 classes per week for 2 hours each
- Pre-competitive 6 hours is 3 classes per week for 2 hours each
- Pre-competitive 9 hours is 3 classes per week for 3 hours each
Xcel (Ages 6+)
Gymnasts are typically selected from the club’s advanced recreation program, the Pre-Comp program or identified through aptitude testing.
This is an ideal program for gymnasts who are enthusiastic about gymnastics, skill development at their own pace and introductory competition.
Training Commitment:
- Xcel Bronze, Silver, Gold is 2 to 3 classes per week for 3 hours (6-9 hrs/wk)
Development Program
Provincial Level (Ages 7+ Compulsory Levels 3-4 & Optional Levels 6-10): Entry into the Provincial competitive level is typically a progression from the Pre-competitive or invitational programs.
Provincial level competition consists of three qualifying meets across Ontario where gymnasts are vying for the opportunity to compete in the Provincial Championships which take place in the spring.
Training Commitment:
- Compulsory Level 3-4 is 5 classes per week for 3 hours each (15 hrs/wk)
- Optional Program Level 6-10 is 3 to 5 classes per week for 3-5 hours per day (12-25hrs/wk). This program has invited athletes to attend morning and afternoon practice.
High Performance
National Levels (Ages 8+): National stream training is available for athletes who are highly motivated physically and mentally to master the technical requirements set by Gymnastics Canada.
