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National Competition Squad [Local]

Information in the process of being updated

Information in the process of being updated

National Competition Squad [Local] Class/Squad Rules

GYMNAST DURING CLASS

  1. Always Respect the coach and other gymnasts at all times.
  2. Never approach or talk to your parent/s during a gym session (Includes any parent) unless totally necessary and by agreement of the Class Coach.
  3. Always listen to the coach and be polite.
  4. Be aware of others around you in the gym.
  5. Before trying new gymnastic skills – ask the coach’s permission.
  6. One person on the trampoline always – always someone spotting.
  7. If you use equipment, put it back properly and safely.
  8. Photos and Videos: Gymnasts are strictly forbidden to take photos or videos on their personal phones.
  9. Sharing of Photos and Videos: Gymnasts are strictly forbidden to share any photos or videos of the gym and of any class members to the public.
  10. Gymnast: For health and safety reasons and respect to – coach and other class members once the gym session has started gymnasts must not invite a parent into the main training hall.
  11. Gymnasts must seek permission before leaving the gym club/centre.

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GYMNAST DRESS CODE

Dynamacro Gymnastics Academy policy on appropriate dress for gymnastics activity. It is the responsibility of parents to ensure that children are appropriately dressed for class. This includes the removal of jewellery and the securing of hair etc.  

Coaches have the right to refuse to allow children to participate on grounds of health & safety if they attend inappropriately dressed.

GYMNAST DRESS CODE:

  • Footwear: Bare feet are usually best, but soft, non-slip socks can be worn if needed.
  • Outfit: A comfortable leotard, t-shirt (short or long sleeve) and/or shorts and leggings are required.
  • Hair: Must be tied back or secured completely off the face. Long hair must be secured in a ponytail(s) or plaited. Soft hair ties only and flat hair clips.
  • Jewellery: The wearing of any jewellery whatsoever is strictly prohibited for gymnastics activities. This includes watches, necklace, rings, bracelets, earrings and any other piercings, which must be removed for gymnastics class.
  • Electronics: Mobile phones & EarPods are not permitted during class. If a parent requires their teenage child to always have a mobile phone with them during sporting activities, then the phone must be placed in the clubs designated phone box until the end of the class.

The following clothing is NOT permitted for gymnasts:

  • Strapless tops.
  • Hoodies
  • Jeans or casual trousers.
  • School uniform.
  • Dresses or skirts.
  • Clothing may not have studs, ribbons, buttons, zips or any protruding adornments.
  • Clothing that is baggy/loose fitting are no permitted

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GYMNASTS ARE EXPECTED TO:

  1. Regularly attend training sessions and advise the performance and technical director or their assigned coach when they are unable to do so.
  2. Display a disciplined and respectful attitude: At training, during and after events and functions.
  3. Be disciplined in their attitude to acrobatics gymnastics and be respectful in their behaviour toward coaches, gymnasts and officials.
  4. Gymnasts will be expected to work with and carry out instructions from their personal coaches in conjunction with the PTD. This includes any assigned training programs and/ or assigned skills.

PLEASE NOTE: 

In the interests of safety, and respect towards the other gymnasts/young children, especially within partnerships, failure to adhere to these rules may result in the following:

  1. Your son / daughter being asked to change partnerships.
  2. Change training days (hours) and/or the National Competition Squad [Local].
  3. The gymnast’s membership may be withdrawn or suspended.

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GYMNAST/S TRAINING OBLICATIONS

Training Obligations:

  1. All NCSL Class gymnasts MUST complete advisory hours / training sessions that are provided in the interest of safety and respect towards the other gymnasts/children, especially within their partnerships.
    (Even in the event of having to temporarily change training times/days.)
  2. If gymnasts have other activities apart from their gymnastics, please ensure they DO NOT clash with regular training days / Competition or event trials or any Acrobatic Competitions they have been selected for.
  3. If Gymnasts cannot attend training for whatever reason, then the parents of the child in question must inform the club unless the child is over 18.

NOTE: Time off requests during competition session must be submitted to the club.

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PARTNERSHIP / PERFORMANCE BASED RULES

  • Partnerships are not set in stone and may be changed at any stage by the Performance & Technical Director in conjunction with the Performance panel regardless of how successful or how long the partnership/s have been together.
  • Partnerships that are training/competing FIG levels [Pre-Youth, Youth, Junior & Senior] and are on the NCSL are required to complete advisory hours per week/competition season to progress safely and successfully.
  • NCSL members must also be able to travel to National Events. All NCSL partnerships are subject to a 6-month partnership review.
  • Partnerships may be put forward to attend a minimum of one international competition per year, as chosen by the club’s performance panel.

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REPLACEMENTS AND RESERVES:

Replacements and Reserves:

  • The Selection Panel may select both NCSL members and non-NCSL member reserves for the National Competition Squad [ LOCAL ] in relation to a member being deselected or not in a position to travel.
  • All named reserves, like selected team members, must adhere to the same standards regarding eligibility criteria.
  • They are required to disclose any relevant fitness or training information to the Selection Panel.
  • In the event a selected team member withdraws or is deselected from the NCSL, the Selection Panel will make any necessary replacements based on the needs of the partnership. Replacements will generally be chosen from the pool of nominated gymnasts; however, this is not mandatory. Decisions regarding replacements are final and not subject to appeal.

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COMPETITION SELECTION:

  • Competition Selection
    As a member of the National Competition Squad [ LOCAL ] this does not guarantee competition selection. Selection to competitions are based on Trial scoring events.
  • Partnerships Gymnasts who have attended any official competition events within a 6-month period prior to the current trial event may submit their competition results provided that the scores are the same or greater than the trialling scores. To Maintain & Secure Competition Selection:
  • Gymnasts must attend all 3 selection trial events:
  • [Trial event 1, Trial event 2 & Team training day.]
  • Partnerships may also be subject to a random pre-Judging Trial Event where a score may be submitted for selection consideration. Decision is by the performance panel/PTD and is not subject to appeal.

PLEASE NOTE: If a gymnast does not fulfil the criteria above, then the DGA selection panel will have no other option but to withdraw that partnership group from the trial process. Or seek a replacement gymnast/s.

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PERFORMANCE

PTD: in conjunction with the Senior Coaches are solely responsible for the following:

  1. Partnership selection (Putting partners together)
  2. Partnership 6-month review process
  3. Partnership level selection
  4. Training schedules (Includes training days & times)
  5. Competition selection
  6. Training camps selection

HOME  EVENTS [National Competitions]

The Senior Coaches at DynamAcro Gymnastics Academy are responsible for obtaining and communicating all relevant information regarding each gymnast’s training and competition schedule. This includes details such as training plans, training days and times, performance schedules, and competition viewing times following podium training or qualification days 1 and 2.

In addition, senior coaches oversee the formation of partnerships and manage any other important aspects related to the gymnast’s performance and preparation.

While on National Competition trips, the Senior Coaches, in collaboration with the Performance Team Director (PTD), are responsible for making all tactical partnership and performance decisions to ensure the best outcomes for our athletes and teams. The athletes’ parents are not qualified to make these competition tactical determinations.

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PRE-PERFORMANCE  ROUTINES [PPRs] Agreement

Performance Preparation is Critical:

  • Gymnasts who have been selected to compete in any National Competition must complete their final competition preparation training prior to the event.
  • Performance preparation is critical for athletes to ensure they are mentally and physically ready for competition.
  • Pre-performance routines (PPRs) are systematic sequences of thoughts and actions that help athletes prepare for high-pressure situations. These routines serve multiple purposes, including reducing anxiety, increasing focus, and creating consistency in performance.
  • A well-designed PPR can help athletes stay calm, focused, and confident, allowing them to perform at their best when it matters most.
  • It is critical that the pre-performance routine timeframe is not interrupted.
  • For every National Competition DGA implements a 4-week pre-performance routine program for its athletes who have been selected to represent the Club at the competition. The Athlete must complete the 4-week PPR without any breaks from their training schedule. Having said that if parents can commit to a 6-week PPR then this would be welcomed.
  • The minimum hours to cover per week for DGA gymnasts to optimise the best result from the pre-performance routines (PPRs) program is 6.5 hours per week. If a PPR’s program is not followed correctly then the Athletes run the risk of underperforming which could affect future Event confidence.

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SIBLING RULE:

  • The Recommended Path:
    The consensus among athletic directors and sports psychologists is that each child’s gymnastics journey should be treated as an independent path.
  • If Child A qualifies for a national event and Child B does not, Child B should be encouraged to support their sibling as a teammate.
  • Similarly, If Child A & B qualifies for a national event and Child B withdrawals from the event for whatever reason, the parents should ensure that Child A attends the event, nonetheless. Or vice versa

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2026 NCSL Competition Leotard

NCSL Competition Leotards :

  • If you are a member of the National Competition Squad [ LOCAL ] and have been selected to represent DGA through the event trialling process, then a competition leotard for girls and competition outfits for boys will be required.

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2026 NCSL Customized Competition Leotard

NCSL Customized Competition Leotards :

  • If you are a member of the National Competition Squad [ LOCAL ] and have been selected to represent DGA through the event trialling process, then a competition leotard for girls and competition outfits for boys are required. However, a customized leotard is not required but can be requested.

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NCSL COMPETITION SQUAD HOLIDAYS

When booking holidays gymnasts that are in a Pair or Group/partnerships and have started the training process for National competitions must try to go on holidays at around the same time as their partner to try to avoid too much of a gap in their partnership training plan.

Holiday season is generally considered from September 1st – July 31st of each calendar year. However, some international competitions may fall during this Holiday period, so parents are asked to keep this in mind when booking holidays.

PLEASE NOTE:

In the interests of safety, and respect towards the other gymnasts/young children, especially within partnerships, failure to adhere to these rules may result in the following:

  1. Your son / daughter being asked to change partnerships.
  2. Change training days (hours) or NCSL class.

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GYMNASTS AND COMPETITION

COMPETITION:

  • As a member of the NCSL Class, gymnasts are not permitted to enter any National competitions without the approval of the Performance & Technical Director in conjunction with the Senior coaching panel.
  • In the interest of respect to partnerships the cut-off point/deadline for requesting time off will be 6 weeks before any competition. Please do not send in a request for taking time off during the last 6 weeks of any Trial/Competition.
  • For time off at any other stage, please allow 2 weeks’ notice, so that arrangements may be made to alter training times to accommodate all.
  • As we do understand that some gymnasts have been heavily involved in other activities for some years, the National Competition Squad [LOCAL] Class Coach in conjunction with the PTD/Senior coaching panel will take this into consideration.
  • Partnerships that are trialling for National Competitions, must fulfil all training times and days out of respect to the other children (Gymnasts) in their partnerships. Failure to respect this rule may result in the partnership/s being removed from the competition, even if they have been selected.

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GYMNAST INTERNAL CLUB COMPLAINT PROCESS

Step 1: The Parent with a concern / complaint contacts the club’s Performance & Technical Director OR the club’s secretary by means of email, phone call or organized meeting. (Parents should not forward a concern / complaint in writing (letter) or by means of Email / Text to another member as there is a due process to determine true facts of any alleged incident / complaint.)

Step 2: The Parent/s of the gymnast in question will be contacted in relation to the concern / complaint.

Step 3: The Performance & Technical Director / Senior coaching Panel will investigate the issue and if resolved –no further action taken.

Step 4: If the issue is unresolved then the case will be referred to the Club Children’s Office.

Step 5: The club’s children’s officer in conjunction with the Performance & Technical Director will review the concern / complaint and will decide the appropriate action to take.

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GYMNAST INTERNAL CLUB BREACH OF RULES PROCESS

Step 1: Investigate Rule that has been breached.

Step 2: The Performance & Technical Director/ Club Children’s Office / Senior coaching Panel will investigate the issue.

Step 3: The gymnast who has breached a rule will be informed by either the Performance & Technical Director or Senior Coach that a rule has been breached. To resolve the issue, the investigating coach will explain what rule was breached and that all rules are to be always adhered to.

Step 4: The Parent/s of the gymnast in question will be contacted in relation to the breached rule if there is a 2nd or more occurrences/breaches.

Step 5: The Performance & Technical Director will investigate the issue and if resolved –no further action taken.

Step 6: If the issue is unresolved then the Club Children’s Officer in conjunction with the Performance & Technical Director will review the issue and will decide the appropriate action to take.

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PARENTS RULES BEFORE AND DURING CLASS SESSIONS

  • No parents: to remain inside the gym during class time unless specifically asked by a coach on duty. It has been proven that a much better response from children is possible when a parent is not present.
  • Parents: If you wish to collect your child before their training session has ended or if you need to speak with one of the coaches for whatever reason, it is imperative that the coach be informed beforehand/ in advance of all training sessions by email, text or verbally. It is not acceptable for any parent to enter the reception area and or premises during a training session to take the child early without prior notification. Doing so causes disruption to the class and gymnasts and is discourteous to the coaches present.
  • Parents: are strictly forbidden to enter the main training arena/hall (strictly staff and gymnast only!)
  • Coaches: are not available for discussion with parents during class time, it is too disruptive. Please find time to talk with a coach, if necessary, outside of designated class time by scheduling an appointment with the Club.
  • Respect: the coach and other gymnasts.
  • Parents: For health and safety reasons and respect to – coach and gymnasts once the gym session has started parents must “not” approach’s or talk to their child.
  • Parents: must follow, observe, and adhere to the prevailing Statutes, Code of Conduct/Guidelines for Parents/Guardians.
  • Parents: Never approach or speak to a coach/club official in an aggressive manner especially in front of other staff members and/or Children (gymnasts).

 

PLEASE NOTE:
In the interests of safety, and respect towards the other gymnasts/young children, especially within partnerships, failure to adhere to these rules may result in the following:

  1. Your son / daughter being asked to change partnerships.
  2. Change training days (hours) and/or the NCSL Class.
  3. The gymnast’s membership may be withdrawn or suspended.

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BACKGROUND INFORMATION

It is important for parents to appreciate that gymnastics is an ‘Early Specialization Sport’ – which means that gymnasts peak/ are at their best very early in their career, which means they must train hard when they are younger to reach their best.

While participating in a wide variety of sports and activities is extremely important to the overall development of a child and can help with certain areas of acrobatics, at this National Competition Squad Class level of acrobatics, the time needed to prepare the body and perfect skills will inevitably means children will have to specialize. We, the coaches, want to provide every opportunity for the gymnasts to reach their full potential, and compete at a high standard.

The gymnast’s full potential can only be successfully, and healthily, achieved if all the aspects of training are looked after, including adequate sleep, diet (healthy eating) and injury prevention.

All the above means that if you want your child to achieve National success, it will take a lot of hard work by all concerned, coaches, gymnasts, and parents.

This policy forms part of the club’s policy brief which includes but is not limited to the codes of conduct and athlete development polices.

Policy Updated:   March 2026
Review Date:   September 2026