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POLICIES AND PROCEDURES MANUAL
2013-2014
2013-14 Gymnastics BC WAG Calendar of Activities
WAG Technical Committee Meetings (subject to change)
September: September 25
October:
Friday October 4 Aviva
November: Friday November 15 Aviva
December: December 13 (BC Fall Classic - North Shore)
February
Christy Fraser (Langley)
March:
BC Champs (Kamloops)
April:
Thursday April 6, evening Twisters (Abbotsford)
April:
Monday April 21 CC Training camp
June
Maple Ridge
WAG Technical Assembly and AGM
Thursday March 13 or April 3 (Tentative) Evening
Kamloops or Abbottsford
WAG Deadline to Change categories
Athletes must declare their category by February 15, 2014. Those attending National
Stream Cup trials/Elite Canada screening (North Shore) will be declared National stream
athletes as of December 15, 2013. Any athlete that competes in a trial event will be
considered as that level for the duration of the season (exempt BC Games). High
Performance status is determined at Elite Canada. Written petitions for all category
changes after February 15 must be accompanied by cheque for $25.00 (each) to the WTC
and will be considered on a case by case basis and not necessarily granted. Category
changes will not be accepted after BC Champs registration deadline.
Uniform sizing
BC Fall Classic (North Shore/Screening/NS Cup trial), Christy Fraser Langley, Surrey Classic
GYMSTART
Assessors Course
Assessors Course
October 25
January 24
Aviva (TBC)
Aviva (TBC)
Provincial Camps
Provincial Development Camp #1
Provincial Development Camp #2
Provincial Development Camp #3
Westerns Training camp P4, CPN
Westerns Training camp P5+
August 23
November 10 or 11
February 9 or 10
Wed. April 23
Thurs. April 24
Aviva
Host needed (contact Nancy)
Host needed (contact Nancy)
Host needed (contact Nancy)
on site Saskatoon
National Camps
National Development Camp #1
August 25-26
National Development Camp #2(NS Cup) January 15
Westerns Training camp P5+
Thursday April 24
CC Training Camp
April 21
CC team judge visitations required
May 1-19
Flicka
Host needed (contact Nancy)
on site Saskatoon
Host needed (contact Nancy)
ongoing
Coaches Pro-D and CSI Targeted Athletes Camps
IST CAMP
November 11
IST CAMP
January 11
Aviva
Douglas College
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Provincial and National Event Calendar
BC Fall Classic and Elite Canada Screening – December 14-15, 2013 (North Shore)
National Stream Cup trials (CPN, National level)
NSC will serve as the Team BC annual competition in 2014. (Montreal)
Elite Canada – February 7-9, 2014 (Gatineau)
Purpose: Identify the athletes on the Gymnastics Canada High Performance List.
Elite Canada Screening
December 14-15
(North Shore)
Attendance at Screening is required if an athlete wants to attend Elite Canada.
Team BC Competition: National Stream Cup, January 17-19, 2014 (Montreal)
Team includes:
6 Pre-Novice “Elite” and/or “Aspire”
6 National Novice
6 National Open
Funding will vary depending on location. 6 funded in years this event is hosted in the west
and 4 funded (2 self-funded allowed) when hosted in the east. Trials will be held annually at
the BC Fall Classic/EC Screening.
2014 BC Winter Games – February 20-23, 2014 (Mission Secondary School, Mission, BC)
Each Zone can send up to 6 WAG athletes. It is the responsibility of each Zone to determine
its selection process and host a trial.
 3 athletes – CPP P3 rules
 3 athletes – CPP P4 rules
Eligibility: Athletes born 1999-2004
All CPP and CPN athletes are eligible to participate in BC Games. National stream athletes
are NOT eligible. Athletes can compete at the Zone trial and BC Games without affecting
their category for the remainder of the year. For BC Games, athletes must compete for the
Zone where they reside (not necessarily in the Zone where their club is).
The BC Games Technical Package is available on the GBC Website.
2014 BC Artistic Gymnastics Championships – March 14-16, 2013 (Kamloops)
Invited categories:
CPP Level 2 to 5 (all age groups recognized by GBC) GYMSTART
Endeavour, Canadian Pre-Novice (Aspire and Elite) and
National and HP Novice, National Open, Junior and Senior.
CPP level 2 will be a zone competition so zone trials will be
required. Each club will need to register their own P2 athletes
and coaches. Deadline for P2 Zone trials is February 15, 2014;
Trial hosts must submit results to Andrée Montreuil.
2014 Western Canadian Gymnastics Championships – April 24-27, 2014 (Saskatoon)
Invited categories:
CPP Provincial 5 Tyro, Novice and Open
National/HP Novice, National Open
Canadian Pre-Novice (self-funded individual/team event)
P4 (new) (self-funded individual event April 24)
Trials:
All
March 14-16, 2013 (Kamloops)
Training Camp:
P5+
Thursday April 24, 2014 (on site Saskatoon)
Training Camp:
P4/CPN
Wednesday April 23 (TBC)
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2013 Canadian Gymnastics Championships – May 26-June1, 2014 (Ottawa, ON)
Invited categories:
National and HP Novice, National Open, Junior and Senior
Team competition for Novice and Open
Trial #1:
February 15-16
Langley (Christy Fraser)
Trial #2
March 14-16
BC Champs Kamloops
Trial #3:
April 4-6
Abbotsford (Twisters)
CC Training Camp: April 21
Location TBC
See information regarding selection process in Section 6.12.2. The process has been
changed significantly for both Novice and Open teams to CC2014.
Pacific Rim Championships- April 9-13, 2014
(Richmond Oval)
This international competition is being hosted by Gymnastics BC and Gym Canada. The
event will include top level Junior and Senior gymnasts from countries that border the
Pacific Ocean. This is a rare and excellent opportunity for you and your athletes to see
high level live performances so close to home. Come be a part of it. Information available
on the GBC website.
Canada Winter Games - Feb. 13-March 1, 2015
Prince George
Invited Categories:
Eligible birth years are 1996 – 2003
Rules:
Open Models
BC Team Trial Events:
Late 2014 (TBC)
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NEW POLICY AND PROGRAM UPDATES 2014 (highlights)
All updates in the WAG Policies and Procedures Manual 2014 are highlighted in
yellow.
Selection process for Canadians 2014 (Novice and Open) has been significantly
modified. The new system includes combinations of both apparatus and AA competition
points from 2 trials. All coaches and clubs are encouraged to review the Policy and
Procedures section 6.12.
Pre-Argo scoring has been modified. See appendix 1
HP Performance Enhancement Fund has been modified. See appendix 3
Team BC Competition Fund has been modified. See appendix 4
WAG Judges Guide
The WAG P&P has been split in 2 sections. The current section and the WAG Judges
Guide. The Judges Guide contains important information for clubs hosting events,
including the honoraria chart, transportation, accommodation and per diem
expectations.
The Judges Guide is available on the GBC Website.
Information from the Women’s Judges Committee regarding hosting and registering
athletes at a competition
Assignments to Provincial level invitational meets:
All judges on the current judges list who reside in the appropriate geographical area
are contacted via email by the judge responsible for panel assignments, usually the
zone judging chairperson to state their availability and commitment, usually 4-6
weeks prior.
P1, P2, and P3 judges will be contacted and advised by their Zone Judging Chair.
Furthermore, it is the responsibility of all clubs that register athletes at a competition
to bring a judge to the event, according to the following timelines.
HOSTING: Requirements for the 2013 – 2014 Season
Responsibilities of host clubs:
Clubs that host a competition should submit the name of a person/volunteer to help
liaise with the Zone Judging Chair when assignments are done. They will provide to
the ZJC the list of judges whose names have been submitted by visiting clubs. The
ZJC will kept the volunteer informed of the status of the assignments and of the
judges’ needs such as accommodation, transportation, assessments (room
availability, etc.)
GBC Clubs hosting a competition with a minimum of 12 National level athletes
competing may apply to the Women’s Judging Committee for a reimbursement of
the honorariums and travel expenses (per current GBC policy) for all National and
Brevet judges attending. The amount reimbursed will be up to a maximum of $500.
Clubs who can apply must fill out and return the form in Appendix 5 by the June 1
deadline.
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Responsibilities of clubs registering athletes at a competition / Invitational
When registering for a competition, a club should provide the name one judge for
every 10 athletes it enters in the competition. The judge should be available for
most of the competition.
Integrated Performance System:
IST Camps are free and open to all coaches as an extra professional development
opportunity. Topics discussed with coaches vary at each camp but in general will
relate to physical preparation (conditioning), injury prevention, nutrition or mental
preparation. Coaches can register (free) by contacting Andrée Montreuil.
CSI targeted athletes are required to participate at IST camps. Non targeted
athletes can register for the clinic for a fee and access group sessions. They may
register for individual services depending on the availability of the expert presenters.
Individual services include functional assessment, nutrition and mental training
consults.
Integrated Support Teams:
IST are the Sport Sciences, Sports Medicine and other team management
professionals that support coaches and athletes/teams. ISTs typically include a
physiologist, sport psychologist, bio-mechanist/performance technologist,
nutritionist, physical therapists/athletic therapist, and a physician; although other
professionals (including sport administrators) may be included depending on the
nature of the sport and the specific needs of the coaches and athletes. The IST
works regularly with the coaches and athletes to ensure that athletes receive worldclass care and support for their training, recovery and competition programs. The
goal of the IST is to ensure that athletes are healthy, fit and psychologically ready for
optimal performance.
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2013-2014 WAG General Information
Women’s Technical Committee Members
WTC Chair
Megan Conway
Judging Chair
Nicky Carroll
Barb Fraser
Dorina Stan
Members at large
Steve Iliesu
Flaviu Toma
Alana Jensen
Nancy Beyer
GBC Staff (non-voting)
Andrée Montreuil
Women’s Judges Committee Members
Judging Chair
Communications
Registrar (judges records and list)
National judges Rep, Prov. Asses’t
National Panels for trials
Member at Large
National Assessments
GBC Judging Rep
Secretary
Finance
Zone Judging Chairs
Zone 1
Shelley McInroy
Zone 2
Heather Ivanitz
Zone 3
Cyndi Fairbrother
Zone 4
Jennifer Dober
Zone 5
Momona Komagata
Zone 6
Anna Mataganova
Zone 7
Janet Duval
Zone 8
Colleen Kaminski
Nicky Carroll
Momona Komogata
Cyndi Fairbrother
Crystal Gilhooly
Jennifer Dober
Debbie McCready
Gord Bennett
Andrée Montreuil
Carole Williamson
Colleen Kaminski
meg_gym@hotmail.com
Nickycarroll2k@gmail.com
gymnut1@shaw.ca
dorinavali@hotmail.com
dropshot23@hotmail.com
celitoma@hotmail.com
ryanalanajensen@gmail.com
nbeyer@ gymbc.org
amontreuil@gymbc.org
nickycarroll2k@gmail.com
momk20@hotmail.com;
cyndi_fairbrother@hotmail.com
crystalgilhooly@gmail.com
yawnifer@gmail.com
debbiemccready@hotmail.com
gmbennett@telus.net
amontreuil@gymbc.org
carolewiill@telus.net
coachcolleen56@hotmail.com
mcinroyshelley@gmail.com
heatherivanitzgym@gmail.com
cyndi_fairbrother@hotmail.com
yawnifer@hotmail.com
momk20@hotmail.com;
amataganova@dominionlending.ca
Janetmichelle115@hotmail.com
coachcolleen56@hotmail.com
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SECTION 6: Women’s Artistic Gymnastics (WAG) Section
PART 1: GENERALITIES
1.1
Policy and Procedure Manual - Additional Sections
The P&P Manual is comprised of many sections. If you don’t find the information in the
present section, please consult the other sections.
1.2
Program Objectives and Goals
The goals and objectives of the GBC WAG Programs are to:
 Coordinate and supervise the technical aspects of the provincial, national and
international gymnastics events where GBC participates
 Determine the technical rules and procedures as they are applied in the
Province of BC, in respect with the GCG and FIG rules
 Organize competitions, clinics, training camps and seminars to help in the
development of athletes, coaches and officials
1.3
Women’s Artistic Gymnastics Technical Committee (WTC)
1.3.1
Composition of the Committee
The WTC is composed of 7 voting members and up to 4 non voting members.
Voting Members:
 Chairperson; the Chairperson is also a member of the GBC Board of
Directors and the Joint Technical Committee
 Provincial Judging Chairperson - representing the officials
 5 Members at Large
Non Voting Members:
 Past Chairperson (non elected / non-voting)
 GBC High Performance and Technical Director
 GBC WAG Technical Coordinator
 GBC Provincial Coach
1.3.2
Attendance Policy
Voting members for all committees will be expected to attend all scheduled
meetings. Any member missing three (3) meetings will lose his / her voting
privileges. Extenuating circumstances will be taken into consideration.
1.3.3
Vote and Quorum
Each voting member may cast one (1) vote. All motions will be decided by
majority vote. The quorum for meetings is 50 percent of the voting members. A
club may have more than one representative on the WTC but each club will
be limited to one vote.
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1.3.4
Duties of the WTC
 Determine and implement the goals and objectives for the development
of women’s gymnastics in BC
 Adopt and make sure the technical policies are respected
 Monitor, regulate and evaluate all activities related to the women’s
program
 Adopt and manage the WTC budget
 Justify to the GBC Board of Directors and the GBC Women’s Technical
Assembly all decisions made by the WTC
 Work with the GBC Board of Directors on applying the policies coming
from the GBC Board
 Assist, as necessary, the GBC staff
 Make sure that the decision process and a line of communication are
established, respected and maintained
 Approve members of Team BC
 Name ad-hoc committees for special projects
 Hold at least five (5) meetings per year
 Promote sound risk management practises
 Follow guidelines respecting PIPA and Risk Management
1.3.5
GBC WAG Technical Assembly
The GBC WAG Technical Assembly will provide feedback regarding the
general direction of the program for the following years. The WTC will consider
the motions and discussions during the assembly to determine annual WAG
calendar and policy. However, the WTC is not bound by motions made during
the Assembly.
1.3.6
Elections
Members of the WTC are elected at the GBC WAG Technical Assembly, except
for the Judging Chairperson who is elected at the Judging AGM. The GBC staff
members are not elected.
The WTC Chairperson and Judging Chairperson are elected on even
numbered years for a 2-year term. All other members are elected for a 1-year
term.
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PART 2: ATHLETES
2.1
Amateur Status
All athletes competing in a GBC sanctioned event must abide by the regulations of
GBC, GCG and FIG and the International Olympic Committee governing amateur
status.
2.2
GBC Membership
An athlete must be registered in the appropriate category and be in good standing
to participate in GBC sanctioned events. An athlete must be registered as a
competitive member to participate in competitive events, as developmental to
participate in developmental events and as Interclub to participate in Interclub
events. It is the club’s responsibility to ensure that their athletes are registered in the
correct levels and categories.
In WAG, only GYMSTART Level 1, 2 and 3 are considered developmental. All other
categories, with the exception of “Interclub” are considered competitive.
If an athlete participates in a GBC sanctioned event without being registered as a
competitive member, the athlete’s club will be fined.
NOTE: refer to Part 4: WAG Competitive Structure; for complete outline of all fines.
2.3
Moving to BC from another Province
Canadian athletes moving from another province during a competitive season may
represent their new club at any provincial event. It is the club’s responsibility to
register the members appropriately and within the deadlines. Membership is nontransferable between provinces.
2.4
Transferring Clubs
2.4.1
The purpose of this policy is to discourage athletes from changing clubs while in
bad standing with a former club. For the purpose of this section,
a) An athlete will be in “bad standing” with the former club if a former club
has documentation to support a claim that an athlete has not met his/her
financial obligation(s) to the former club.
b) A “former club” means a GBC member club from which the athlete wishes
to leave.
c) A “new club” means a GBC member club to which the athlete wishes to
join.
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2.4.2
If an athlete wishes to change clubs, the athlete (or their parent/guardian) and
the new club must notify GBC and the former club in writing before GBC will
register the athlete with the new club.
2.4.3
A new club cannot register an athlete with GBC unless the athlete and the
new club have notified GBC and the former club in writing and until 10 days
have elapsed after such notification is provided. It is the responsibility of the
new club to ensure notice has been provided to GBC and the former club.
2.4.4
If a former club believes that an athlete wishing to change clubs is in bad
standing:
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the former club must notify GBC and the athlete within 10 days of
receiving notice from the athlete or the new club (whichever is earlier);
and
GBC will immediately notify the new club that it cannot register the
athlete with GBC until:
o The athlete meets his/her financial obligation(s) to the former club;
or
o If disputed, the matter is resolved by way of mediation, negotiation
or other legal process
2.4.5
If an athlete is in bad standing and the athlete disputes the financial
obligation(s) owed to the former club, the following rules apply:
a) Until the matter is resolved, the athlete will be considered by GBC to be an
independent athlete.
o An independent athlete may train at any GBC member club.
o An independent athlete is insured until the end of the current
registration year.
o Should the matter be unresolved beyond the current registration
year, the athlete must register in the new registration year directly
with GBC as an independent athlete.
o An independent athlete may compete in any sanctioned
competition and is eligible for selection to Team BC.
An
independent athlete cannot collect points for any coach or club
o In order to compete in any sanctioned competition, an
independent athlete must pay the host registration fee and GBC
administration fee of $200 for each competition prior to such
competition
 Once the matter is resolved, GBC will have discretion to
reimburse the athlete in part or in whole for GBC
administration fees paid if the matter be resolved in favour
of the athlete
b) The former club must notify GBC in writing when the matter is resolved
2.4.6
If any GBC member club contravenes paragraph 2.4.4 or 2.4.5 b), the GBC
member club may be fined by GBC up to $500.
2.4.7
Coaches may change clubs without restriction.
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2.5
Athlete Dress Code
During warm-up and competition, athletes must wear their competitive attire as
follows:
Women:
Footwear:
No jewellery
2.6
Bodysuit with or without sleeves - refer to the FIG Code of Points in effect
for specifics about the bodysuit
Sport shorts or tights (optional) for warm up only
Members of a team must wear identical uniforms for team competitions
As per FIG regulations
Respect of Others
GBC is committed to providing an environment in which all individuals are treated
with respect. Furthermore, GBC supports equal opportunities and prohibits
discriminatory practices. All athletes must refrain from comments or behaviours which
are disrespectful, offensive, abusive, racist or sexist. Participants must show respect for
the social and cultural values of other athletes, coaches, officials and volunteers
working in the sport.
All participants must conduct themselves at all times in the spirit of fair play and in a
responsible manner. In competitions, athletes who fail to do so will be penalized
according to the GBC Code of Conduct.
2.7
2.8
Benefits for National Team Members
Athletes who have been identified by GCG as part of a National Team will receive
access to coaching and judging courses at discounted rates.
Eligibility:
National Team Member in HP Junior or Senior, within 3 years of when
they wish to take the course.
Coaching:
Eligible athletes, 16 years and over may take the Gymnastics
Foundations courses (15 years old if they received training through the
2-year CIT program) and NCCP Level 2 Technical for the cost of the
manual only. GCG may grant exemptions. Please refer to the GCG
NCCP Regulations. Contact the GBC office for details.
Judging:
Eligible athletes, 15 years and over, may take judging courses for the
cost of the resource material only. Former athletes may apply to be
"fast tracked" into the system. In some cases, GCG may allow fast
tracking. Please contact GBC for more details.
WAG Funding Opportunities
2.8.1
Athlete Assistance Program (AAP)
Athletes who meet the requirements below may apply to receive AAP.
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Requirements
In order to qualify for Athlete Assistance the athlete must:
 be in good standing with GBC
 be registered to compete in the current competitive year
 have competed and ranked at the preceding Canadian Championships
or Canada Games
 Fill out and return the completed AAP application form. Incomplete
applications will be returned to the athlete. Applications not received by
GBC by the stated deadline will not be considered
 HP athletes must attend BC Championships in one of the following ways:
compete or take part in a demonstration with full or partial routines
 Athletes accepting AAP funding agree to support and participate in all
initiatives of GBC Programming. (I.E.: attend Technical Committee
designated camps, attempt to qualify for appropriate Team BC events,
etc.)
 Athletes accepting AAP funding agree to abide by the Team BC Code
of Conduct or otherwise be subject to funding repercussions
Athlete Appeal Procedure
In the event an athlete wishes to dispute the AAP selection process he/she may
ask, in writing, the Technical Committee to review their decision. If the athlete
is still in disagreement with the Technical Committee’s final decision they may
appeal through the Gymnastics BC appeal procedure as found in the
Governance Section of the Policy and Procedure Manual.
Athletes Unable to attend BC Championships
HP athletes unable to attend BC Championships must present a request for
exemption to the WTC 14 days prior to BC Championships. Reasonable
exemptions may include athletes assigned by GCG for an international
assignment. Athletes who are approved for exemption must make themselves
available to compete or demonstrate at one of the other trial competitions in
that season or fulfill another obligation such as a special appearance on
behalf of GBC at special event etc. Only the WTC may grant exceptions in
some years due to competition schedule and location.
AAP Grouping
 The amount of funding available in a given year will determine which
groups will receive funding. None of the groups are guaranteed funding
 Funding will be equal for all athletes in a given group
 HP Senior and Junior athletes are ranked according to their ranking in the
All Around competition and Apparatus Finals. (According to 2 day
average in years GCG uses 2 day ranking system) at Canadian
Championships and/or Canada Games. Those athletes not passing
preliminary round will take preliminary rankings
 HP and National Novice and Open athletes will be placed into funding
groups based on the AA competition and Apparatus Finals for each age
category at the Canadian Championships and/or Canada Games.
Team competition is excluded
 Medical petitions will not be accepted
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Group 1:
Senior HP AA 1-12 or apparatus medalist
Junior HP AA 1-6 or apparatus medalist
Novice HP AA 1-3 or apparatus medalist
AA or Apparatus at Canada Games
Group 2:
Senior HP AA 13-18 or apparatus finalist
Novice HP AA 4-6 or apparatus 4-8
National Novice AA 1-3 or apparatus medalist
National Open (both age groups) AA 1-3 or apparatus medalist
Group 3:
Junior HP AA 13-18
Novice HP AA 7-12
National Novice AA 4-6
National Open (both age groups) AA 4-6
Group 4:
Senior HP AA 19-24
Junior HP AA 19-24
Novice HP AA 13-20
National Novice AA 7-12
National Open (both age groups) AA 7-12
Group 5:
National Novice 13-24
National Open (both age groups) 13-20
2.8.2
Performance Enhancement Funding Eligibility
Athletes must be in good standing with GBC to be eligible for funding.
Athletes or coaches who meet the priorities more than once are able to apply
for each event. Individuals will be asked to apply for reimbursement of their
expenses in April and all funds will be paid at the end of June, based on the
information submitted. It is the responsibility of the individual to provide the
correct information, not WTC to collect it.
Priority #1 will be paid out completely before consideration is given to priority
#2, etc. If there are not enough funds remaining to pay the desired amount,
each individual in that priority group will be reduced by the same percentage.
(i.e. Pay out 42% of flight for priority 3 due to lack of funds). Athletes and
coaches must follow the GBC travel policy to be considered for funding.
Priority list for Performance Enhancement Funding
HP Novice, Junior and Senior athletes and their coaches are eligible to apply
for funding based in the following priorities:
Priority #1:
GCG Team Preparation Camps not funded by GCG: $200
Priority #2:
National Training camps not funded by GCG $150
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2.8.3
Priority #3:
International Competitions (outside Canada). These are
international assignments where athletes have been invited by
GCG to represent Canada on a self funded basis. 50% of flight to
a maximum of $800
Priority #4:
International competitions (inside or outside Canada)
These are international assignments where athletes have been
approved by GCG and will represent team BC/Canada.
(Up to 50% of flight/accommodation to a maximum of $500)
Priority #5:
Elite Canada - The remaining money of the budget not yet spent
to be divided equally between athletes who participate 100%
and qualify for the HP list; they will not be eligible if they were
named to the list through petition alone.
Excellence Funding - Canadian Championships
A total of three (3) grants will be awarded to the top WAG athletes and their
personal coach(s) at the Canadian Championships in recognition of their
excellence. The $500 grant will be sent to the club and is to be split 50%-50%
between the athlete and her personal coach(s). If less than three (3) athletes
meet the required standard, the money is not awarded to any other athlete.
The grant will be awarded based on results of the All-Around Competitions and
Apparatus finals. Team competition is not used.
WOMEN
Priority
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
Category
HP Senior
HP Senior
HP Senior
HP Junior
HP Junior
HP Junior
HP Novice
HP Novice
HP Novice
Open (both age groups)
Open (both age groups)
Open (both age groups)
Novice
Novice
Novice
HP Senior
HP Senior
HP Senior
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WOMEN
Rank
1AA
2AA
3AA
1AA
2AA
3AA
1AA
2AA
3AA
1AA
2AA
3AA
1AA
2AA
3AA
4AA
5AA
6AA
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Priority
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
32
33
34
35
36
Category
HP Junior
HP Junior
HP Junior
HP Senior
HP Junior
HP Senior
HP Junior
HP Senior
HP Junior
HP Novice
Open (both age groups)
Novice
HP Novice
Open (both age groups)
Novice
HP Novice
Open (both age groups)
Novice
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Rank
4AA
5AA
6AA
1 Event
1 Event
2 Event
2 Event
3 Event
3 Event
1 Event
1 Event
1 Event
2 Event
2 Event
2 Event
3 Event
3 Event
3 Event
2.9
Integrated Performance System (IPS) / CSI Targeted Athletes
Gymnastics has been recognized by the BC Sport Agency and by the Canadian
Sport Institute Pacific (CSI) as a targeted sport. This means a sport for which there is a
strong potential for BC athletes to make National Team. GBC benefits of extra funding
used to improve programming that benefits all National level athletes, in addition to
providing specialized services to list of targeted athletes.
The list of targeted athletes is determined following Canadian Championships. In
some categories/instances, National Team members are identified by Gymnastics
Canada at a different time of the year. The athletes awaiting the National Team
status will be put on the list with the mention “to be confirmed”. Confirmation is made
by Gymnastics Canada directly with CSI.
General Eligibility Requirements
To be identified, athletes must:
 be in good standing with Gymnastics BC and Gymnastics Canada
 be registered with a BC club
 meet qualification requirement as set out by Gymnastics Canada for National
Team Program
 meet qualification requirements as set out in the chart below
Provincial Elite
Level 1
On stream to make Senior National team in one year, as verified by GCG.
Senior National Team or Junior National Team (non-Sport Canada Carded)
Provincial Elite
Level 1A
On stream to make Senior National team in 2-3 years, as verified by GCG.
HP Senior and HP Junior (Top AA 10 or top 6 on an event at the preceding
CC), Youth National team or La Releve Status
Provincial
Development
Level 2
HP or National Novice (Top 6 AA or Top 6 on one apparatus at preceding CC)
For more information on IPS, please contact the Technical Director of Gymnastics BC.
2.10
External Sport Credit Program for Students
The BC education system provides an opportunity to athletes that are school aged to
earn credits toward their high school graduation depending on their depth of
involvement in gymnastics. Gymnastics BC administers this program for the
government.
For more information please visit:
http://www.bced.gov.bc.ca/graduation/ext_credentials/athlete_programs.php.
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Letters of ‘External Credit’ achievement will be automatically generated from the
Gymnastics BC office for the following team involvement achievement:
Grade 10 credits - Zone Team participants at BC Winter Games
Grade 11 credits - Team BC participants at Western Canadian Championships
- Team BC participants at Western Canada Cup
- Team BC participant at Western Canada Summer Games
Grade 12 credits - Team BC participant at Canadian Championships
- Team BC participant at Canada Winter Games
Students can expect to receive a letter (or letters) for their accomplishment sometime
between January and May of the year following the season of competition.
Letters are sent ONLY for the first year of achievement.
Be sure a copy of the letter is taken to your high school counsellor upon receipt.
Students who have achieved a certain level as a competitive athlete, coach or judge
may also be eligible for external sport credit. GBC will send a letter to students who
have achieved the standard and request a letter from the GBC External Credits
coordinator. Students will be responsible to present the letter to their school.
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PART 3: COACHES
3.1
Generalities
To coach any gymnastics discipline, a person must:
 be registered with Gymnastics BC as a coach
 have completed the screening requirement (Police Record Check), as per BC
Provincial Law
 hold the minimal NCCP level required according to the athletes training under
his/her supervision
 have completed the “Respect in Sport” online program
 have completed the Making Ethical Decisions (MED) online program
3.2
Requirements for the Coaching Staff
For ALL gymnastics related activities, there must be present at ALL times in the gym:
 A coach that is a minimum Gymnastics Foundations certified (specific
certification level required is determined by the level of athletes that are
training)
 One (1) adult 19 years or older (as per provincial law)
 One (1) person that holds a valid certificate in First Aid from one of the following
courses:
o
Red Cross Standard First Aid Course
o
Workers Compensation Board Level 1 OR
o
St John’s Ambulance Standard First Aid Course
Any other certification must be approved by the GBC Technical Director.
These responsibilities may be held by one person or a combination of persons.
3.3
Minimum NCCP Certification
The minimum certification required (as indicated below) is applicable for regular
training (normal every day training) and for competitions. Coaches that do not meet
the minimum standard must apply for an exemption (see Coaching Section of the
P&P Manual, 3.1.6).
Program
Provincial
National
3.4
Categories
GYMSTART Level 1-2
Minimum NCCP Certification
Gymnastics Foundations - Trained
Gymnastics Foundations / NCCP Level 1 certified
And NCCP Level 2 technical
GYMSTART Level 3-4
CPP Level 1
CPP Level 2-3-4-5
Pre-Novice
NCCP Level 2 Certified
Novice, Open, Junior,
Senior
NCCP Level 3 Certified
Access to Competition Floor
Coaches must meet the minimum NCCP certification required to coach at
competitions. If the coach does not have the minimum certification, the coach / club
must request an exemption from the GBC Technical Director. If allowed, the
exemption will only be for a limited time period.
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3.5
Dress Code for Coaches
Competition Attire for Coaches: Coaches must dress according to the GCG
Guidelines.
 Appropriate training suit, excluding hats, shorts, midriff tops, ripped or torn
clothing or similar
 Top: t-shirt, polo shirt or training jacket
 Appropriate indoor sport footwear
Coaches dressed inappropriately will receive a warning from the Competition Head
Judge or host club or GBC staff. The coach will have 30 minutes to comply; if the
situation is not corrected after 30 minutes, a penalty may be applied.
3.6
Behaviour
During a competition, a coach should:
 Attend the technical meeting and collaborate with the organizing committee,
judges and other coaches for the warm up, for the march-in and for the award
ceremonies.
 Remain with his/her athletes as long as they are on the training or competition
floor.
 Respect all competitors.
 Show sportsmanship, personal and professional integrity.
 Abide by FIG and GCG rules and the GBC Code of at all times.
Towards the officials, a coach should:
 Respect their work and try to promote good communication.
 Address the Competition Head Judge or the D1 on the event if he/she has any
questions about his/her athlete. In the case of a disagreement, the coach must
remain calm and polite and address his or her concerns to the Competition
Head Judge.
NOTE: refer to GBC Section 4: Coaching, NCCP and Certifications; for additional
information
NOTE: refer to GBC Section 10: Team BC; for a complete copy of the Code of Conduct
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PART 4: COMPETITIVE STRUCTURE
4.1
GBC Registration
All athletes, coaches and clubs must register with GBC at the beginning of the
competitive season. Officials must be registered members with GBC at the time of the
judging course or for their first meet of the season.
To register for an event, clubs must complete and return the official registration forms
accompanied by payment to the host club (or GBC when applicable) by the
deadline.
Member
Category
Requirements
Athletes
Registered with GBC 
as competitive athlete 
Excluded from ranking
$100 fine to be invoiced to the club
Registered with GBC

$ 200 fine

The fine is equal to the course cost of the
missing NCCP level. The coach will
automatically be registered for the next
available NCCP Course and will be
expected to complete the missing level
within 12 months of being fined. The fine will
be applied to the course registration
provided that it is completed within the 12
month period. The coach will lose the
money if the course is not taken within 12
months
Excluded from the competition: Coaches
may apply for an exemption by contacting
GBC’s Technical Director at least 30 days
before the event. The exemption may only
be given once per individual
Coaches
Fines in case of non-adherence
(Fines are charged on-top of registration fees)
Not meeting minimum
NCCP Certification

Clubs
4.2
Registered with GBC

$200 fine
Athlete Mobility and Switching Categories
4.2.1 Confirmation of Competitive Level
All competitive levels must be confirmed with GBC by February 15, 2014 of the
current competitive season. All athletes are allowed to move up levels
unrestricted following BC Championships. Athletes may not move down levels
without acceptance of written petition to the WTC.
There is one exception to this rule:
BC Winter Games – A gymnast who is age eligible and competing in an eligible
category may compete at the BC Winter Games. The athlete may compete in
her usual category at any event prior to or following the BC Games and the
zone trial events.
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4.2.2
Changing Levels
Athletes should follow the normal progression going from lower level (Provincial
1, for example) towards higher level categories (Provincial 5, for example).
Prior to February 15, 2014, athletes may compete in any level, as long as their
choice of category follows the normal progression from their previous year
category. For example, if an athlete was registered as a Provincial 2 during the
previous season, she is not authorized to compete or register as a Provincial 1
during the following season. She must register and compete at least in the
Provincial 2 category. If an athlete decides to change category after the
deadline, a written request must be made to the WTC. The request must
include the name of the athlete, club, initial category, category petitioned,
and reason for requesting the category change. The request must be
accompanied by a non refundable cheque of $25.00, for administration fee,
payable to GBC.
Gymnasts who want to qualify for Team BC events (Westerns or Canadian
Championships) must be registered in the appropriate category by the first trial
to Canadian Championships (or Feb 15, whichever is first). Once an athlete has
competed in a trial event, she is locked into that category up to and including
BC Championships (or a final trials meet that may take place after BC
Championships). If she wishes to change levels after the trials process has
begun, she (her coach) must request the petition as stated above but they will
be removed from the trials pool. An athlete cannot argue that she competed
a trial event, but “did not want to qualify as a Team member”. Participation at
the trial event is sufficient to lock the athlete in that category for the remainder
of the season.
If an athlete represents Team BC at an event in a given category, she cannot
revert to a lower level category, even if the event is before the February 15
deadline. (NS Cup)
BC Winter Games and Western Canada Summer Games are an exception as
athletes are not locked into a category: athletes can return to their original
category after Trials or after the Games. For BC Games however, national
stream athletes (Novice, Open or High Performance) are not eligible.
Athletes in the Canadian Pre-Novice (CPN) category are able to move
between CPP and CPN if there is no Pre-Novice category at that event. Aspire
must compete CPP P3 or higher and Elite P4 or higher. Athletes in Gymstart
Endeavour are also able to move between programs if no GYMSTART
Endeavour is offered. Endeavour must compete in P2 or higher.
Athletes may move up levels only after BC Championships (or a final trials meet
that may take place after BC Championships) without WTC permission.
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4.2.3
Changes that do not follow the normal path
An athlete who wants to register in a category that would not follow the
normal progression either in the following competitive season or after the
February 15 deadline must submit a written request to the WTC at least 10 days
before the first competition where she intends to compete.
Requests are not automatically granted and are determined on a case by
case basis. A non-refundable administration fee of $25 is required if the request
is made after February 15. Cheque must be made payable to GBC.
4.2.4
Age Groups
Athletes may not compete in an age category younger than their competitive
age group. Athletes may move up an age group at invitational competition
and return to their original category for other invitational events as clubs may
want to move athletes up to complete their club team.
For all GBC events, all athletes must register in the appropriate age group. GBC
events are events such as: BC Championships, trials to Westerns, trials to
Canadians or trials to Canada Games or any other GBC coordinated event.
For trials, failure to register athletes in the correct category and / or age group
will result in the athlete being ineligible for qualification.
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4.3
BC Provincial Structure
4.3.1 BC Program Structure
For all categories of the women’s program, birth years are used:
Provincial 1
Provincial 2
Provincial 3
Provincial 4
Provincial 5
Open
1999
Open
1999
Open
1999
Open
1999
Open
1999
Novice
2000-2001
Novice
2000-2001
Novice
2000-2001
Novice
2000-2001
Novice
2000-2001
Tyro
2002-2003
Tyro
2002-2003
Tyro
2002-2003
Argo/Tyro
2002-2005
Tyro
2002-2003
Argo
2004-2006
Argo
2004-2006
Argo
2004-2006
Pre-Argo
2006-2008
Pre-Argo
2006-2008
G/S/B
G/S/B
Kip 1
2004-2008
Kip 2
2004-2008
GYMSTART 1
5 years +
GYMSTART 2
5 years +
GYMSTART 3
6 years +
G/S/B*
G/S/B*
G/S/B
GFA
DEVELOPMENTAL
COMPETITIVE CATEGORIES
PROVINCIAL
Canadian Provincial Program (age adapted for BC)
NATIONAL
National
Open
2001 
Nat Novice
2001-2003
High
Performance
Senior
2000
Junior
1999-2002
HP Novice
2001-2003
Canadian Pre-Novice Aspire and Elite (GCG program)
2003-2005
Pre-Novice Endeavour
2003 - 2006
(GYMSTART 4)
GYMNASTICS FOR ALL - Recreational Programs (All ages)
Interclub (6 years +)
*Kip 1 and Kip 2 rules are maintained and distributed by a club. Ages are the same as PreArgo.
o G/S/B: Gold, Silver, Bronze type of evaluation
4.3.2
GBC may merge categories if the number of registered participants is
insufficient.
4.3.3
Objectives of Each Program
Interclub (Gymnastics for All Program)
Athletes who want to attend advanced recreational activities outside of their
club excluding provincial sanctioned Gymnaestrada and are registered as
Interclub athletes can participate in Interclub events.
Interclub provides a performance opportunity in a meet-type setting for
recreational athletes. The purpose of the Interclub category is to expand the
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opportunities for athletes at the recreational level. Gymnasts, ages 6 & up and
of any ability, have the chance to be part of a team, learn and master
routines, and have the chance to perform. Interclub promotes a creative
environment that does not follow traditional competitive gymnastics (i.e. the
FIG code).
Athletes may participate in either Interclub (basic program) or Performance
Plus. There is no ranking system which means that all athletes will receive a
similar participation gift (same coloured medal, for example) or certificate.
Development Programs
The GYMSTART program is a 3 level skills program coupled with a 5 level
physical preparation program designed to introduce basic skills with a strong
emphasis on physical preparation. The first 3 levels target beginner gymnasts
aged 5-8 year with the option to continue to fast track into routines in
competitive GYMSTART Endeavour program. At any given event, athletes can
choose to be evaluated on one or on both components (physical/skills). Both
components are very good tools to build athletes with strong basics and strong
physical abilities.
Athletes in GYMSTART Levels 1, 2 and 3 can register as “developmental”
athletes. All other categories are considered “competitive” for registration
purposes.
KIP program is a club based program for those not yet ready for CPP1 but still
interested in traditional competition. KIP uses B, S, G awards system based on
scoring and is considered competitive program requiring judges.
Competitive Programs
Canadian Provincial Program (Pre-Argo, Argo, Tyro, Novice, Open)
This program is established for the majority of competitive gymnasts in Canada.
Gymnasts can compete in these levels across provincial boundaries under the
same set of rules and judging practices. The Canadian Provincial Program is
made up of 5 levels. The first 3 levels are designed to offer a basic gymnastics
program with some restrictions to ensure the safety of all participants. The 4th
and 5th levels introduce elements of higher difficulty.
Pre-Argo age uses Bronze-Silver-Gold award system based on score. Please
refer to Appendix 1 for range of scores for the awards.
GYMSTART Endeavour
With the growth and expansion of GYMSTART and the increasing popularity of
the pre-novice programs, BC has re-formatted GYMSTART 4 to blend better
with the National Pre-Novice category. The Endeavour gymnasts compete
and are assessed in the same manner as the pre-novice program but with
easier technical requirements and modified equipment adapted for younger
and smaller gymnasts. This is an excellent option for clubs to streamline directly
into pre-novice or higher level CPP from GYMSTART bypassing CPP levels 1, 2 or
3.
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Canadian Pre-Novice Program
The Canadian Pre-Novice Program (CPN) has been created to assist in the
development of young athletes as they set their sights on participating in highlevel competition. The program is dedicated to mastering strong basic skills
upon which to build contemporary advanced elements in the years to come.
Although the athletes will not perform “compulsory” routines, their optional
routines will be created from a set of indicated skills, connections and
requirements listed for each event. The emphasis is on the quality, not on the
quantity of the elements performed. The CPN Program is an excellent start for
all gymnasts as they aspire to fulfill their potential and eventually compete at
the highest levels of gymnastics in the Canadian Provincial Program, National
Program and the High Performance Program.
National Categories / Programs
Gymnastics Canada (GCG) offers a national stream program and a high
performance stream program. Athletes at this level train and compete toward
Provincial teams at National and International events. Athletes at this level are
eligible for trials competitions, training camps, international travel and an
assortment of bursaries and financial assistance from GBV for training and
competition.
The content of the program is under Gymnastics Canada’s jurisdiction with
consultation from all provinces.
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PART 5: PROVINCIAL EVENTS
5.1
Generalities
All athletes must be supervised by a coach when they are on the warm up or
competition floor.
Coaches must have the proper NCCP certification to be allowed access to the
training and competition floor.
In normal circumstances, a maximum of 2 coaches / club / category are authorized
on the competition floor during competition. The club may have more coaches on
the floor during training and warm up, but is restricted to 2 coaches once the actual
competition begins.
5.2
Protests
Protests are not allowed for any categories but coaches may inquire about the D and
E scores.
5.3
Tie Breaking
There is no tie-breaking rule. If there is a tie, the following position is skipped. For
example, if there is a tie for 2nd place, there will be no 3rd place awarded. The next
athlete in rank order will get the 4th place award.
5.4
Warm-Up Procedure
NOTE: refer to Appendix 2: BC Warm-Up Procedures
5.5
Sanctioning Information
Any GBC member club wishing to host a GBC sanctioned competitive event shall
complete and submit the “Application Form for Sanctioned Events”, The application
must be completed in full and returned with payment to the GBC office. The
application will be considered once both the form and payment have been received
at the GBC office. Deadline for submitting the form for the subsequent competitive
season is May 31,
NOTE: refer to GBC Section 9: BC Events, Sanctioning and Hosting Protocols; for
additional information
5.6
BC Championships
5.6.1 Eligibility
All athletes registered in the following categories are eligible to compete in BC
Championships:
Provincial:
National:
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P2 - Zone Team (6 athletes per age group per zone)
P3, P4 and P5 (All age groups supported by GBC)
GYMSTART 4 Endeavour
Pre-Novice (Aspire and Elite), Novice (National and HP),
Open, Junior and Senior
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CPP: Level 2 athletes are invited to compete at BC Championships. However,
because of schedule restrictions, the participation of the Level 2 at BC
Championships is re-evaluated every year.
Although the HP Junior and Senior athletes are not required to compete in BC
Championships for qualification they are encouraged to do so. They are
required to participate through competition or demonstration to fulfill
obligations for some GBC funding applications. No registration is required if
they are demonstrating or presenting awards. Registration fee is required if they
compete. Athletes unable to attend due to injury or other gymnastics
obligations may apply for exemption. See AAP funding.
5.6.2
Registration
Clubs must complete and submit the official registration forms, accompanied
by payment, to GBC by the deadline. Late fees will be applied. In WAG, clubs
must identify team members on the registration form. All athletes must register
in the appropriate age group for BC Championships.
Refunds will only be provided when a medical certificate has been submitted
to GBC prior to the competition. No refunds will be granted once the first
session’s warm up has started. All refunds will be processed after BC
Championships.
The BC Championships Information Package - Bulletin #1 is circulated before
January 1 and provides more precise information: registration deadline,
athletes’ and coaches’ registration fees, refund procedures, etc.
It is the responsibility of the club to register all of their athletes and coaches,
including the P2 athletes that have qualified for BC Championships.
5.6.3
Schedule and Competition Order
A Provisional schedule will be circulated in Bulletin #1. The final schedule and
draw/competition order will be circulated to clubs once final registration
numbers are available.
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5.6.4
Awards
Category
Provincial 2
(when
included)
Provincial
3,4,5
Age Groups /
Levels
Argo, Tyro,
Novice, Open
Max 6 athletes
per zone per
age group
Argo, Tyro,
Novice, Open
Individual
Awards
Team Awards
Zone Team Award (1-3); combined award for
all age groups
Team: All members of the Zone Team
(maximum 24 members per zone)
Top 3 scores per event to count
Wild cards included in individual AA
competition
Club Team Award (1-3); combined award for
all age groups per level
Team: max 5 athletes per club, Top 3 scores
per event to count
If there is more than 36 athletes in any given age category above the
category will be split by birth year and in some circumstances by birth date
(depending on the split)
Endeavour
Club Team Award (1-3); combined award for
both levels
Team: min of 3, max of 5 athletes per club;
Top 3 scores per event to count
Aspire, Elite
Club Team Award (1-3); combined award for
all age groups.
Team: min of 3, max of 5 athletes per club;
Top 3 scores per event to count
National /
HP Novice
Both National
and HP Novices
to compete in
one category
Club Team Award (1-3)
Team: min of 3, max of 4 athletes per club;
Top 3 scores per event to count
National
Open
Both age
groups to
compete in one
category
Club Team Award (1-3)
Team: min of 3, max of 4 athletes per club;
Top 3 scores per event to count
GYMSTART
Canadian
Pre-Novice
High
Performance
Junior / Senior
Plaque AA
Champion
Medals 1-3
Ribbons 4-10
Level 2 wild
cards
included in
AA awards
No team awards
Note: If there is only one competitor, only all around awards will be given. If there are two
or more competitors, all awards will be given.
Ties: In case of a tie, the tied athletes will both receive the same award. The next placing
will be skipped.
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5.7
BC Games
BC Winter Games are held every other year on even numbered years. All zones must
host their Zone Trials before the set deadline. Zones must provide the Provincial Advisor
and GBC Technical Director with their trials procedures by December 15, prior to the
Games. It must include:
 Date of the selection meet
 Selection process for the top athletes (3 per category, ranking of potential
wildcards)
 Selection process for the team coaches and ranking of potential extra staff
 Zone’s uniform (who is responsible, etc.)
It is each zone’s responsibility to ensure a fair process for the selection of athletes and
coaches. Each Zone must hold Trials to determine their team members. For the BC
Games, athletes must be registered in the zone where they reside (not zone of club)
Please refer to the BC Games Technical Package.
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PART 6: TEAM BC EVENTS
Please refer to Policies and Procedures Manual Section 10 – Team BC for more
information.
6.1
Definition of Team BC
Team BC events will include any competition where GBC assists financially or
coordinates team travel or identifies a team that will represent BC. It includes
competitions such as:
 Canadian Championships
 Western Canadian Championships
 National Stream Cup
 Canada Games
 Western Canada Summer Games
 Any other meets where GBC assists financially or coordinates team travel or
identifies a team which will represent BC
6.2
Team BC Uniforms
Athletes attending a Team BC event, such as Western Canadian Championships or
Canadian Championships, must wear the official BC uniform. Uniform sizing will take
place early in the competitive season at both competitions and training camps. All
sizing and orders must be completed by the set date identified at the beginning of
this document. A cheque for the full amount of items ordered (or a credit card
number) is required at the time of ordering. There will be NO refunds for uniform pieces
once the order has been place with the supplier.
6.3
Eligibility and Requirement for Team BC Member
According to their status, individuals must meet eligibility requirements to be named
to Team BC.
 Athletes and coaches must be named by their Technical Committee.
 Athletes must meet the minimum score set out by the Technical Committees at
the trial competitions.
 All members of Team BC must complete and return all requested waivers and
medical forms by the set deadline.
 Athletes and coaches must pay the required fees by the set deadline.
 Athletes and coaches must attend all identified training camps or request an
exemption (and provide reasons) at least 2 weeks prior to the camp.
 All members of Team BC must comply with all GBC rules of conduct, travel and
cost sharing policies.
 Athletes and coaches must purchase the designated team uniform. Chef,
managers and chaperones may borrow the tracksuit from GBC.
 If athletes are receiving GBC funding to attend an event, they are expected to
wear Team BC uniform, unless prior arrangements have been made with the
appropriate Technical Committee
Athletes who fail to meet any of the above criteria may be removed from the team
by the WTC, Support Staff or GBC staff.
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6.4
Official Naming of Team Members
The WTC will officially name qualifying members after their meeting. No member will
be confirmed before this official announcement.
6.5
Funding for Athletes and Coaches
For some events, such as the Canadian Championships and Westerns, GBC
establishes its budget at the beginning of the season. GBC will pay 100% of the cost
for the staff (Chef, Managers and Chaperones), judges and Team or assigned
coaches. GBC will also pay for other expenses like van rental. The remainder of the
GBC budget will be split equally between the participating disciplines. For some
event, all athletes are funded equally; for other events athletes’ funding is tier based
(the best athletes get more funding).
For other events, GBC will determine, at the beginning of the year, the percentage of
total cost that will be subsidized to athletes and coaches. It will be communicated to
all clubs as soon as possible. Coaches or athletes who do not follow the guidelines set
forth by GBC may lose their funding.
Coaches’ Participation in the IPS program:
 Funding for the coaches of CSI targeted athletes is strongly linked to the
participation in the IPS program. Targeted coaches will be required to fulfill a
series of identified activities to receive full funding to CC.
 These activities include (but is not limited to):
o IST Camps (minimum of 1 camp attendance per competitive season (July
1 to June 30)
o Completion and submission of the athlete’s preparation plan no later than
the CC training Camp.
o Completion and submission of the CC post-competition report form
Failure to fulfil these requirements will result in partial funding removal (25% for not
attending an IST Camp and 25% for failure to submit the preparation plan.)
Athletes’ Participation in the IPS program:
Since GBC funding is strongly linked to the participation of targeted HP athletes
in the IPS program, all athletes will be required to fulfill a series of identified
activities to receive their full athlete portion of funding to CC.
 These activities include (but is not limited to):
o IST Camps (minimum of 1 camp attendance per competitive season
(mandatory for Targeted athletes only) (July 1 to June 30))
o Attendance at CC preparation camp (mandatory for all athletes)
o Completion and submission of the athlete’s benchmarks no later than
September 30 of the competition season. (mandatory for Targeted
athletes only)
o Completion and submission of the CC athlete post-competition report
form. ( All athletes)
Failure to fulfil these requirements will result in a $100 loss of funding to attend CC.
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6.6
Team BC Staff
The Team BC staff is a group of volunteers who help coordinate all aspects of team
management during events. The table in the P&P Section 10 (Team BC) describes the
selection process for the Team BC staff as well as their responsibilities toward the Team
before, during and after the event.
The mission staff may include a Chef de Mission, Managers, Chaperones and
Coaches. All staff members, including coaches, must collaborate with the various
duties and responsibilities.
6.7
Team BC Travel Policy
Depending on the event, GBC may offer group or individual transport or a
combination of both.
Group Transport:
 Transport (flights, bus or other) is organized by GBC. Team members must travel
together. This includes athletes, coaches, Chef, managers and chaperones.
 Team members will be invoiced for the cost of travel
 Any individual requesting changes to their flight will be billed with any extra
cost incurred because of the change. If they are unable to travel due to
sickness or injury, they will be responsible for the fee charged by the airline (the
fee will not be charged if GBC is not billed).
Individual Transport:
 Transport (flights, bus or other) is organized by each individual / club. Each
individual is responsible for the cost of transportation
 Unless prior arrangements have been made with GBC, ground transportation
between the airport and host accommodation is the responsibility of the
individual / club
 If an athlete below the age of 19 years old is requesting individual transport,
the athlete’s family, coaches or club must ensure that she is not traveling alone
6.7.1 Expenses for Team BC Members Living Outside of the Lower Mainland
Athletes and coaches living outside the lower mainland may be reimbursed
their reasonable costs if they need to travel for identified Team BC training
camps or for the competition. It is the responsibility of the athlete’s club and
coaches to contact GBC and make arrangements. All expenses must be
approved by GBC staff a minimum of 14 days before the activity.
6.8
Athlete Selection for Team BC Events
6.8.1 Eligibility for Trial Events
For all Trial Events, the following requirements must be met:
 Athletes must fulfill the requirements for Team BC membership
 Athletes must be registered and in good standing with GBC
 Athletes must register with the host organizing committee of the trial
competition within the set deadline AND in the appropriate category
(completed forms including payment). It is the club’s responsibility to register
the athletes in the correct category. Any athlete registered in the wrong
category will be excluded from any selection process
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6.8.2 Late Registration for Trial Events, camps and clinics
For Elite Canada screening, GBC trial events, GBC training camps and tests, late
registration will be possible in the 7 days following the deadline. Late fees may be
applied. Registration after the late registration deadline (7 days past the official
registration date) will depend on the event, the space available and will be
determined on a case by case basis. Full payment must be received by the start of
the event in all cases. The late fee amount may vary depending on services
provided (meals, accommodation, t-shirts, guest coach and judge expenses).
Detailed information will appear in all information packages.
Cancellation fees / non attendance:
Deadline for cancellation is 48 hours before the start of the event. Cancellation due
to medical will be accepted up until the event. An administration fee of up to $20
may be retained by the host club depending on the event for all cancellation
including medicals.
6.8.3 Minimum Scores for Team Selection
 Only athletes who have met the minimum scores will be allowed to attend
Canadian Championships. No funding will be provided to an athlete (HP or
not) that has not met the minimum standards
 In the event the Top 4 athletes for team selection do not meet the minimum
standard, the WTC will review the standard and make appropriate adjustments
 HP athletes and coaches may attend if they did not meet the traveling score
but at their own expense upon approval of the WTC
 National Novice and Open athletes may not attend CC even at their own
expense if they have not met the minimum score
6.8.4 Western Canadian Championships
General Information
General Information is available in the Western Canadian Championships Technical
Rules and work plans.
Invited Categories:
 CPP level 5 Tyro: team of 4
 CPP level 5 Novice and Open: teams of 5
 HP/National Open and HP/National Novice: teams of 7 plus wild cards, if
available
 Pre-Novice: Max 10 (5 elite and 5 aspire plus wild cards, if available). PreNovice athletes attend on a self-funded basis. Pre-Novice Team coaches are
fully funded and travel with the team. Independent coaches are not and selffunded.
 The 2014 Westerns Canadian Championships will host an inter-provincial event
for CPP level 4: Max 8 plus wild cards. This will be club based and self- funded.
Wild card numbers will vary year to year.
Westerns Support Staff
 One Manager and one chaperone, one of which must not have coach duties
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 Two coaches per team (National levels), one of which must also serve as
chaperone
 One coach per team (Provincial levels), which must also serve as chaperone
Medical Petitions
There are no medical petitions for Western Canadian Championships.
Funding for Westerns
Funding for Westerns is determined at the beginning of the season.
6.8.4
Canadian Championships (CC)
General Information
Please consult GCG Technical Rules and workplans.
Invited Categories
 Team of 6 National/HP Novices plus individual novice (depending on year, HP
numbers and minimum scores). Number may vary from year to year.
 Team of 7 National Opens, and up to 3 individual athletes: from the 10 athletes,
a minimum of 3 must be 13-15 years
 HP Novice, Junior and Senior based on Elite Canada and determined by GCG
Note: Individual gymnasts may not train or compete without a designated coach
present.
Canadian Championships Support Staff
 Open Category: 2 team coaches and 1 chaperone for the Open team. One
individual coach/chaperone for the individual athletes if needed. If the WTC
determines an additional coach is needed the individual coach must also
serve as chaperone to be funded. In some cases the individual coach may not
be sent depending on the number of athletes, schedule and roles of the other
funded coaches.
 Novice Category: 2 team coaches and 1 chaperone for the Novice team.
One individual coach/chaperone for the individual athletes if needed. The
individual coach must also serve as chaperone to be funded. In some cases
the individual coach may not be sent depending on the number of athletes,
schedule and roles of the other funded coaches.
 Team coaches and all support staff will be officially determined following the
last trial.
CC Athlete Selection Process (Novice and Open)
 Total scores are determined by combining the AA and event scores from 2
identified trials of 3 possible trials (Ideally the ones that have the most point
potential.)
 The coaches of each athlete will identify which 2 competitions will be used
for each athlete immediately following the final trial. Scores from outside the
2 identified competitions cannot be used.
 Athletes are ranked in the AA and for each apparatus based on the
combined 2 All Around scores and the combined 2 Apparatus scores from
identified trials with highest scores ranked as 1 descending to lowest. Athletes
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receive points based on their rank using the chart below. This calculation
method puts equal weight on the All Around ranking as on the apparatus
rankings.
An athlete can obtain a maximum of 75 points (15 points per 4 apparatus
and AA).
AA RANK
Apparatus RANK
POINTS
1
15
2
12
3
9
4
6
5
4
6
3
7
2
AA and apparatus points are then added together and ranked highest to
lowest for the total score.
If necessary, young athletes will be added to list according to GCG rules. In
this case young athletes replace the lowest ranked athlete(s).
In the event of a tie for points or no more athletes have any points, the
athlete with the highest AA will be chosen.
OPEN: Highest 7 total scores will be named as team and others independent.
NOVICE: Highest 6 will be named team and others independent.
Prior to departure, if an athlete is unable to perform because of illness or injury
on the apparatus on which she earned her points, those points may be
removed and the next athlete will be taken if possible.
On site, if an athlete is unable to perform due to illness or injury, on the
apparatus in which she received points, she will be moved to bottom of the
list and next athlete will replace her on team.
Failure to report injury or illness may result in revocation of funding for coach
and athlete.
High Performance Athletes
 HP Novice, Junior and Senior athletes automatically qualify for Canadian
Championships
 Those athletes that successfully petition to HP status but do not actually
compete at EC, (ie. medicals or other), including NCAA athletes, must
compete at a GBC sanctioned competition (other than the Elite Canada
screening activity) within the competitive season prior to CC to be eligible for
funding to CC. Verification is not sufficient unless approved in writing.
 HP Novice athletes must complete the trials process like all other novice to be
part of the team.
 Youth National Team and La Releve members only may petition WTC in
writing to use Elite Canada as one of trials scores in the event they cannot
attend any BC events due to International competition, injury or illness.
 HP Novice athletes may petition the WTC to attend Canadian
Championships as individual athletes without any funding if they do not meet
the minimum standard.
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Verification is required for any athlete who does not attend the last trials or
who is injured following the last trial for Canadian Championships
Verification means that the athlete must show readiness to a selection
committee made up of up to 3 independent judges or non-affiliated
technical committee members.
Members of the selection committee are determined by the WTC.
All HP athletes must attend all Team BC activities (training camps) and room
with the Contingent.
HP athletes (excluding National Team members) must wear the team BC
body suit for preliminary competition unless otherwise requested by GCG
Medical Petitions
There are no medical petitions for Canadian Championships.
Athletes’ Funding for Canadian Championships
 Funding for athletes is linked to their participation in mandatory activities. For
example, IPS targeted athletes must participate in selected activities in order
to receive maximum funding.
 Funding for Team BC athletes attending Canadian Championships is based on
a tier funding system. The level of funding varies in each tier.
 Only athletes who have met the minimum scores will be allowed to attend
Canadian Championships. No funding will be provided to an athlete (HP or
not) that has not met the minimum standards
 HP athletes and coaches may attend if they did not meet the minimum score
but at their own expense upon approval of the WTC
 National Novice and Open athletes may not attend Canadian Championships
even at their own expense if they have not met the minimum score
 Official minimum scores will be determined prior to the first trial on a yearly
basis. Some years no minimum scores are set.
Requirements for Injured Team BC Athletes at Canadian Championships
Team BC members must immediately notify the WTC in writing of any injury which
has one of the following effects:
 Prevents the athlete from performing routines for more that 5 consecutive
training days
 Prevents the athlete from performing routines within 7 days prior to the
departure for the competition
 Prevents the athlete from performing on all apparatus at the required
competition or prevents the athlete from performing on the apparatus that
secured her position on the Team.
Any injuries that limit the gymnasts’ role on Team BC will be reviewed as well as
funding for athletes/coaches by the WTC prior to departure. The WTC may request
that the athlete verify routines prior to leaving for the competition. He/she will need
to demonstrate that he/she can perform routines with comparable D Scores to the
routines he/she performed to earn a position on the team. The WTC may remove
the athlete from the team if the athlete is not able to perform routines to that level.
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If a club fails to report an injury defined as above, the club may be required to pay
all costs associated with the athlete's competition, including their portion of the
expenses for coaches and team managers.
Funding for Injured Team BC Athletes at Canadian Championships
Funding will be limited if athletes have qualified for a Team BC event but are injured
and cannot demonstrate full routines prior to departure. This policy is not intended
for athletes who are injured on site.
HP athletes:
 If performing all events:
Team BC member funding
 If not performing all events:
Reduced funding or no funding
National level athletes: (including Provincial level for WCC)
 If performing all events
Team BC member funding
 If injured and alternate is available Athlete will be replaced
 If injured and no alternate
Reduced funding or no funding
6.8.5
Elite Canada (EC)
Please refer to the GCG Technical Rules for more information.
Athletes competing at Elite Canada are representing their club, not their province.
All WAG athletes wishing to attend Elite Canada must comply with GCG screening
policy. BC will run screening activities according to the GCG regulations. GBC is
required to and will submit the names of athletes who have successfully completed
the screening process on behalf of BC clubs. Clubs are responsible to register
athletes.
6.8.6
National Stream Cup
Please consult the Technical Package and workplans.
Invited Categories:
National Novice, National Open and Pre-Novice: Teams of 6
P5 and High Performance athletes are also invited as individuals.
The WTC will determine and provide the selection process for the National Stream
Cup no later than October of competitive year.
6.8.7
Canada Winter Games (CWG)
Please consult the Technical Package issued by the Canada Games Council in
conjunction with GCG.
Invited Categories
Provincial Teams of 6, GCG National Open rules
The WTC will determine and provide the selection process for Canada Games no
later than September of the Canada Games competitive year.
6.8.8
Western Canada Summer Games (WCSG)
Please consult WCSG Technical Rules and workplans.
Invited Categories:
Provincial Teams of 6, CPP P5 rules
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The WTC will determine and provide the selection process for the Western Canada
Summer Games no later than September of the WCSG competitive year.
6.9
Coaches Selection for Team BC Events
6.9.1 Team BC Coaching Staff
To be assigned as a Team BC member, a coach (team or individual) must
meet the minimum eligibility requirement (NCCP, MED, Respect in Sport,
Criminal Record Check). See the Policies and Procedures Section 4 – Coaching
for complete information.
WAG Teams must have at least one female coach per team.
Team BC Coaches (Coaches of Team and HP athletes) must abide by the
Team BC Handbook and complete (or participate in the completion) the
Preparation Plan for their athlete(s)
6.9.2 Regulations Guiding Team Coaches
 All funded coaches must travel and room with the contingent. Individual travel
may be possible for some competitions.
 Coaches must purchase and wear the Team BC uniform
 All Coaches must carry out the duties described in the Team BC Handbook.
Failure to do so may prevent them from representing Team BC as a funded
coach at future All
 events
 All coaches must complete (or participate in the completion) the Preparation
Plan for their athlete(s).
 All coaches must attend and play an active role at the training camp
 All coaches must collaborate with Team BC staff (chef, managers and
chaperones)
 All coaches must follow the GBC Code of Conduct
 All coaches must complete a report and return it to GBC within 14 days of the
end of the competition
 Failure to participate in the preparation of the Team BC athletes (Team
members and HP athletes) or in IPS activities (targeted athletes) may affect
coach funding.
6.9.3 Point System
Coaches will be selected according to the points they earn for their club from
their athletes’ placement at the designated trial competition.
The clubs will be placed in an order based on those points. Example:
Club A
18 pts.
Ranked 1st
Club B
14 pts
Ranked 2nd
Club C
13 pts
Ranked 3rd
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In the case of a tie between 2 clubs the club with the athlete with the
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If the team changes, team coaches do not change, unless the team
coach does not have any athletes remaining on the team. A coach
cannot be team coach if he/she does not have an athlete on the team
In the event that the team coach does not have any athletes remaining
on the team, the team coaches will be re-assigned. All re-assignments
will be based on points allocated at the time of the final ranking of
athletes after the last trial. For example; if Club A no longer has athletes
on the team, the next coach would be from club B, even if the new
team configuration gave more points to Club C
The following table shows the relationship between athlete placement and the
number of points a club earns.
Athlete’s Ranking
Club Points
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
1
3
5
7
9
12
15
The club with the most points will name the primary coach and the club with the
next amount will name the assistant coach.
In the event of an individual athlete being selected to a team, the athlete’s points
will not count toward the selection of coaches, nor will the subsequent positions be
adjusted upwards in the ranking lists.
6.9.4 Individual Coaches who wish to attend Team BC Competitions
Individual coaches are those who have not been named as a team coach but
wish to be accredited for the competition since they have athletes attending.
 Individual coaches are responsible for their own travel and
accommodation arrangements unless otherwise arranged with GBC
 Individual coaches must attend all training camps and follow the
guidelines set out by GBC and team coaches
 Individual coaches must purchase a Team BC uniform. Sharing with
another member who is at the same event is not permitted
 Individual coaches must collaborate with Team BC staff (chef, managers
and chaperones)
 Individual coaches must follow the GBC Code of Conduct
 Individual coaches are NOT permitted accreditation at Canada Winter
or Western Canada Summer Games (as per those event technical
packages).
NOTE: Refer to GBC Section 10: Team BC; for a complete copy of the Code of
Conduct
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6.9.5 Funding for Coaches
 Funding for coaches is linked to their participation in mandatory
activities. For example, coaches of IPS Targeted athletes must participate
in selected activities in order to receive 100% funding (See Above).
 Identified Team BC Coaches may receive up to 100% funding for the
event.
 Personal or individual coaches are not funded. Club must request to send
personal / individual coaches with Gymnastics BC immediately following
the last trial event for the competition.
 Canadian Championships – HP Coaches:
o 100% funding for the event with number restrictions as follows:
o 1 coach per club for up to 3 athletes (HP athletes)
o 2 coaches for 4 or more athletes (HP athletes)
6.10 GBC Travel Policy for Out of Province Invitational Events (Non Team BC Events)
As of September 1, 2006, GBC’s insurance providers have requested GBC to
implement a proper travel sanctioning process. GBC has developed a Travel Policy
and Sanctioning Forms which are included with this document.
The objective of the policy is to properly document and ensure that all members
traveling outside of British Columbia (but within Canada) are attending appropriate,
recognized events and to ensure that our insurance policy provides the coverage to
protect our members while attending the event.
Please note that the insurance provides protection only with respect to incidences
at the event and additional medical/dental travel insurance can be acquired by
contacting the GBC office. With the varying degrees of medical coverage amongst
the provinces, GBC strongly recommends that all members ensure that they have
additional medical/dental travel coverage.
Refer to the GBC Website to get the appropriate form.
6.11 Gymnastics Canada Sanctioning Information and Application Forms
6.11.1 Request to Host an International Event or Activity in Canada
Refer to the GBC or GCG Website to get the appropriate form.
6.11.2
Participation at an Event and/or Activity Outside of Canada
Refer to the GBC or GCG Website to get the appropriate form
6.12 WAG Funding Programs
6.12.1 Performance Enhancement Fund
Refer to the GBC or GCG Website to get the appropriate form
6.12.2
Team Competition Fund
Refer to the GBC or GCG Website to get the appropriate form
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APPENDIX 1
PRE-ARGO CATEGORY
RANGE OF SCORES FOR GOLD / SILVER / BRONZE
The Pre-Argo will follow the exact same rules as the older athletes.
Pre-Argo 1 = same requirements as CPP P1
Pre-Argo 2 = same requirements as CPP P2
Scores are flashed to the public as Gold / Silver / Bronze, and each athlete receives a
ribbon of the appropriate colour on each event. At each apparatus, it is usually the
responsibility of the secretary to staple to each athlete’s certificate the appropriate ribbon
but this can also be done in the scoring room.
For example:
A Pre-Argo (1 or 2) receives a score of 11.45 on Beam...
 A “Silver sign ” is flashed to the spectators
 A silver ribbon is stapled to her certificate by the secretary/volunteer
 At the end of the competition, each gymnast will have 4 ribbons stapled to her
certificate.
RANGE OF SCORES FOR THE PRE-ARGO CATEGORIES
Pre-Argo 1 (P1 rules)
Pre-Argo 2 (P2 rules)
Gold
11.6 +
46.40 +
12.0 +
48.0 +
Silver
10.5 – 11.59
42.0 – 46.39
11.0 – 11.99
44.0 – 47.99
Bronze
Less than 10.5
Less than 42
Less than 11.0
Less than 44.0
Attempted but incomplete vaults = Bronze
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APPENDIX 2
BC WARM-UP PROCEDURES
SEASON 2013 – 2014
CPP (Canadian Warm up format)
General
Warm up
20 minutes: Athletes may not start the general warm-up on the competition floor before the set
time. Athletes may not use the equipment during the general warm-up (not go on V, UB, BB –
only light tumbling on FX re: beam acro on line).
Sanction: first infraction: Verbal warning to athlete and coach, 2nd offence from same
coach/athlete: coach red carded – and removal from competition floor for that session
V
UB
BB
P1-P3:
60 sec/athlete
P1-P2: 2 vaults
P3-P5: 3 vaults
P4-P5: 4 vaults – if
salto
Canadian
Warm up
P4-P5:
90 sec/athlete
Group warm up
(groups of 8+
are split)
P1-P3:
60 sec/athlete
P4-P5:
90 sec/athlete
FX
P1-P3: 60 sec/athlete
P4-P5: 90 sec/athlete
Max 5 minutes
Groups of 8+ are split.
P1-P2 coaches may request
to warm up in one group,
even if 8+ gymnasts.
If double panel, it may be
possible to have more than 8
gymnasts warming up at the
same time.
2 athletes warm
Group Warm up
Group Warm up up. 1st competes, Group Warm up
3rd warms up, etc.
UB: If there are athletes with and without grips/chalk, athletes are divided into 2 subgroups: grips/chalk and no grips/chalk. Each sub-group will warm up 60 or 90 sec /
athletes. 90 seconds is granted for each different bar preparation. The D1 judge will
agree with the majority of coaches on the most efficient way to warm up.
CANADIAN PRE-NOVICE, GYMSTART ENDEAVOUR
General
Warm up
20 minutes: Athletes may not start the general warm-up on the competition floor before the set
time. Athletes may not use the equipment during the general warm-up (not go on V, UB, BB –
only light tumbling on FX re: beam acro on line).
Sanction: first infraction: Verbal warning to athlete and coach, 2nd offence from same
coach/athlete: coach red carded – and removal from competition floor for that session
V
BB
FX
2 min / athlete
1.5 min / athlete
2 min / athlete
2 min / athlete
Individual warm up:
Group warm up
Minimum 10 min
Group warm up
1 turn of 90 sec + 1
Minimum 5 min,
turn of 30 sec
max 10 min
Canadian
Warm up UB: If there are athletes with and without grips/chalk, athletes are divided into 2 subgroups: grips/chalk and no grips/chalk. Each sub-group will warm up 2 min / athletes. 90
seconds is granted for each different bar preparation. The D1 judge will agree with the
majority of coaches on the most efficient way to warm up.
FIG Warm
4 vaults
30 sec for routine
30 sec / athlete
3 min
up
Group warm up
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NATIONAL / HP NOVICE AND OPEN
Official format used at EC and CC (used at all trials event)
General
Warm-up
Time / per
athlete
Team
Competition
Individual
Competition
20 minutes: Athletes may not start the general warm-up on the warm-up or competition floor
before the set time. Once the general warm-up starts, athletes may warm-up on the WAG
floor, mats and runway only. They may not use the boards and/or get on the table, bars or
beam for any reason during the general warm-up. If it is part of the team choreography
warm-up, athletes may perform on the floor a) basic floor acro tumbling b) beam acro on a
line. The use of diagonals is prohibited.
Sanction: first infraction: verbal warning to athlete and coach from Floor Manager. Second
infraction from same coach: coach is red-carded and removed from competition floor for
the rest of the general warm-up period.
V
UB
BB
FX
2.5 min / athlete
2.5 min / athlete
2 min / athlete
1 turn of 90 sec,
1 turn of 30 sec
2 min / athlete minimum
5 min, maximum 10 min
Group warm-up
Group warm-up
Group warm-up
Group warm-up
Team and Individual Athletes: If a group is composed of Team and individual athletes, the
warm-up groups is split as follows: Team + 1 individual: all warm up together.
Team + 2 or more individuals: the team warms up and competes first; the individual athletes
always warm up as a second sub-group.
Group warm-up
Group warm-up
Individual warm-up:
1 turn of 90 sec*, and
1 turn of 30 sec*;
time stopped between
athletes for max 5 sec
*includes time to set-up
the mats and board
Group warm-up
UB (chalk,
raising)
If there are athletes with and without grips/chalk or needing to raise the bars, the athletes are
divided into 2 sub-groups: grips/chalk and no grips/chalk. Each athlete is guaranteed 2.5 min
to warm up. 90 seconds are granted for each different bar preparation/raise. As a general
guideline, the coaches will agree on the most efficient way to warm up and compete prior to
warm up on UB. The warm up and competition order may be changed for efficiency. If the
coaches do not agree, the D1 judge will decide.
Group size
7 or less warm up in one group;
8 + athletes warm up in 2 groups: ex. 4 – 4, 5 – 4, 5 - 5
COMPETITION ORDER
If there is one group out of the 4 rotations that has 8 athletes or more, then all groups (all 4
rotations) will drop 2 on the second events. When no group is larger than 7, all groups will
drop 1 for the second event (GCG rule). For all meets, rotations are done by dropping one
or two athletes; clubs are not taken into consideration.
DRAWS
GBC will do the official draws for all trial competitions. Every attempt will be made to
group athletes according to chalk or no chalk for bars. It is however strongly
recommended that all athletes learn to use the UB with chalk.
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APPENDIX 3
WAG Performance Enhancement Funding Application
1.
HP Novice, Junior and Senior and HP coaches are eligible. HP status is
determined by previous Canadians Championships. (ex. CC2013 used for
2013-2014 funding year) If there are numerous applications rankings will be
considered.
2.
Those who meet the priorities more than once are able to apply more than
once (max $2000). Please provide separate application form for each
application.
3.
All applications must be submitted by June 1, 2014 (funding year = July 1 –
June 30) No late applications will be accepted. All funds will be paid at the
end of June, based on the information submitted. It is the responsibility of the
individual to provide the correct and complete information, not the WTC to
collect it.
4.
Priority 1 will be paid out completely before consideration is given to priority 2
etc. Equal percentages or equal amounts will be paid out to each applicant
in each priority group.
Funding based in the following priorities:
1.
GCG team preparation camps not funded by GCG: max $200
2.
National training camps outside lower mainland not funded by GCG: max
$150
3.
International competitions (outside Canada)
These are international assignments where athletes have been invited by gcg
to represent Canada on a self-funded or cost share basis.
(up 50% of flight/accommodation to a maximum of $800)
4.
International competitions (inside or outside Canada)
These are international assignments where athletes have been approved by
GCG and will represent Team BC/Canada.
(up to 50% of flight/accommodation to a maximum of $500)
5.
Elite Canada (no application is necessary for this priority)
Remaining money will be divided equally between athletes who attend Elite
Canada and qualify for the HP list. Petitioned athletes that do not travel to EC
are not eligible.
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Athlete Performance Enhancement Funding Application
Please return with receipts before June 1, 2014
Athlete or coach name: ___________________________
Address:
___________________________
___________________________
___________________________
Email:
___________________________
Please indicate who the payment should be made out to: _______________________
Please describe the event that you are seeking a bursary for (only 1 event per form,
attach receipts):
Priority 1 2 3 4 5 (circle one)
Event name: ___________________________
Category:
____________________
Event Date: __________________________
Represented: ______________(BC or Canada)
Team rank: ____________________
Results: AA ________ Vault _________Bars _________ Beam ___________ FX __________
Have you received funding from Gymnastics Canada or your club for this event?
If so, please specify source and amount:
_____________________________
Please return to Gymnastics BC with copies of your receipts or stamped invoices by
email to nbeyer@gymbc.org Fax or mail attention Nancy Beyer (604 333 3499) is
also welcome.
Deadline for applications is June 1, 2014
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APPENDIX 4
WAG Team BC Competition Fund 2014
This fund provides financial assistance to enable coaches and gymnasts another team
competition experience above and beyond Westerns and Canadians. Funding will be
available to 3 levels of athletes and coaches for competitions in 2014. Trial for this team
competition is the BC Fall Classic/Elite Screening. WTC will announce recipients following
BC fall classic.
CPN / National ($300)

Top 6 open (4 granted in 2014)

Top 6 novice (4 granted in 2014)
Competition: NS Cup (Montreal)

Top 6 elite (4 granted in 204
Selection: 100% BC Fall Classic 2013

Coaches ($1800 shared)

1 judge ($600)
Frequently asked questions
Who determines the competition?
Uniform:
Who registers the gymnasts?
Who pays the registration?
Who books the flights?
Who books the accommodations?
Do they compete as team BC or as a club?
The women’s technical committee
Team BC Body suit and track-suit
Gymnastics BC
Gymnastics BC debits from total
bursary for team.
The clubs are responsible for this.
The clubs are responsible for this.
They compete for Team BC (uniform
required)
Gymnasts from different clubs may travel together or choose to meet at the event
for competition and other determined trainings. Those gymnasts requiring
chaperones must travel with team coaches or make arrangement with other clubs.
Coaching costs (per diem, flights, accommodations,) must first be covered by the
clubs. Receipts for coaches required and paid directly to club to disperse upon
acceptance of application.
Application process:
Parents sign off on commitment form attached and return by selection
date
WTC notifies selected athlete’s coaches following trial event
Clubs plan for travel to and from event
Team coaches are responsible for all team members on site
Clubs collect and submit receipts with application (February/March)
Bursaries dispersed upon WTC approval (March/April)
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Appendix 5
CLUB FUNDING ASSISTANCE FOR BREVET AND NATIONAL JUDGES
APPLICATION FORM
For WAG Competitions
GBC Clubs hosting a competition with a minimum of 12 National level athletes competing
may apply to the Women’s Judging Committee for a reimbursement of the honorariums
and travel expenses (per current GBC policy) for all National and Brevet judges attending.
The amount reimbursed will be up to a maximum of $500.
Deadline for submission of this form to the WJC is June 1.
Name of Club Hosting Competition:
Date of Competition:
Number of National level Athletes Registered:
Actual Competitors:
Cheque payable to:
(Name of club)
National and Brevet Judge Expenses:
Honorariums:
Travel Costs:
Total Costs Incurred:
(Judging Panels and Competition Results must be attached)
Send to the Nicky Carroll, Women’s Judging Chairperson by the June 1 deadline.
nickycarroll2k@gmail.com
For office use:
Approved by WJC Chair:
Amount reimbursed to Club:
(maximum of $500)
Account number:
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