CROYDON ACRO GYMNASTICS CLUB www.croydonacro.com Gymfants Saturday 9.55am -10.45am 3 - 4yrs Jumping Jax Saturday 9.45am -10.45am 4 - 76yrs Leapfrogs Saturday 10.45am - 11.45pm 5 - 7yrs Beginner/Intermediate Kartwheel Kids Saturday 11.45am - 12.45pm 7 -11yrs (Up to intermediate standard) Flipper FX Tuesday 7.00pm - 8.10pm 11+ yrs Acro Aces Tuesday 6.00pm - 7.00pm 7 - 11yrs Acrobats Monday 5.00pm - 6.00pm 5 - 8yrs (Invitation only) Dev Squad Friday 6.00pm - 8.00pm These are feeder squads for competitive squads; gymnasts should only accept a place in these squads if they are willing and able to commit to squad training as required. Entry into these Squads are on a continual selection process, main intake is in April. The squads are designed for the younger gymnast who shows potential to become a competitive squad gymnast. Minimum entry requirements Backward roll to straddle Held handstand Straddle 1/2 lever Cartwheel Round off Very good flexibility in splits and bridge Very good body tension and strength Body and spacial awareness Excellent attitude Very good attendance Senior Squad Training Monday & Friday 5.45pm - 8.45pm Senior Squad gymnasts train between 2 and 3 times a week to obtain a high level of fitness, strength and ability. We belong to the London Region and once a year compete in the Prelims with the possibility of representing the Region on a National Level. Levels start at Novice, progressing to National Development Plan and above. Routines include balances, tempos and tumbling moves and must be performed to music. Higher levels produce up to three separate routines. The aim for our gymnasts is to move through the classes and into the Squads to compete at a Regional level. This however depends on the ability and commitment of individual gymnasts and coach recommendation. When invited to join the Squads, an assessment will take place to decide which squad or group is most suitable. On entering Senior Squad a development plan will be created by the coach highlighting areas for improvement, moves to be worked on and strengthening to be completed by the gymnasts during sessions and at home. Once a year an assessment will be given to all squad members to confirm or decide placements. CONTACT DETAILS: Jo Little Head Coach General Enquiries: croydonacro@gmail.com B.G.A Registered Affiliation: No. 41207 Member of LGF Charity No: 1109027 Croydon Acro, Meadow Rise, Coulsdon, Surrey, CR5 2EH www.croydonacro.com