All Rules and Policies Must be Followed at All Times.
THERE ARE NO EXCEPTIONS.

General Rules and Policies
** All gymnasts must be prepared for class before the class begins.**
Be Aware: Any activity involving motion, rotation or height may cause accidental injury.

1. All hair must be secured back away from face. Any stray hair that falls in the face of the gymnast must be secured by either a handband (pre-wrap is accetpable) or hair clips.
2. All jewelry must be removed before entering the gym. This includes earrings with the exception of studs.
3. Socks or tight with feet may NOT be worn.
4. NO baggy clothing
5. Absolutely NO gum chewing is allowed in the gym.
6. NO food or beverages are allowed in the gym. Gymnasts are encouraged to bring a water bottle which they may carry around with them in their gym bags.
7. Do not use the equipment without a coach's supervision.
8. Before using the equipment, make sure it is tightened and adjusted correctly, and all mats are in the correct place.
9. Every gymnast must strech and warm-up with their group or they will not be allowed to participate in class that day.
10. Never attempt any skills without permission and supervision of a coach.
11. No one will be allowed to leave the gym without permission from their coach. Gymnasts must have a buddy chosen by the coach and must wear shoes when leaving the gym.
12. When walking around the gym, do not walk across the equipment or crash mats. Other gymnasts may be using the equipment, so please keep an eye out for others working out.
13. "NO HORSE PLAY" at any time while on or around gymnastics equipment.
14. Gymnasts are only allowed to leave the gym at the end of practice accompanied with a parent or guardian with a coach's dismissal.
15. All Team members must set-up and pick-up every day before and after their practice time. If a gymnast must leave practice early, they must inform their Level coach AND Megan or Linda . They will be required to pick up equipment not in use before they leave.
16. All Team and Pre-Team members must bring their gym bags every practice. All personal belongings must be kept inside a gym bag. Gym bags may be left in the designated area or may be brought to each event once practice has begun.
17. At no time should children who are or are not enrolled in class be on gymnastics equipment.
18. Coaches will recommend progression through our level based program when the proper skill level is attained. For most gymnasts, proper skill development in a level requires a full year of participation.
19. If you have any questions about moving up to the next level or about which class your child should be in, speak one of the coaches, who will help you place your gymnast according to their skill level. Remember, front desk personnel can only give general recommendations.

Class Attire:
Girls should wear either a leotard or shorts/pants and a T-shirt that tucks in.
Boys must wear shorts or pants and t-shirt that tucks in.
Any tights must be without feet.
Absolutely no dresses, leotards with skirts, two-piece leotards, jeans, belts or overalls or anything with buttons or zippers
In Tumble & Splash classes, the adult accompanying the child must wear sneakers or take off their shoes.

Level 2 &up Attire:
Girls must wear a leotard.
Tight fitting shorts, pants or footless tights may be worn with a leotard if desired. Pants must fall above the ankles. Absolutely no leotards with skirts or two-piece leotards. Boys must wear shorts or pants and t-shirt that tucks in.

Parent/Guardian Behavior:
Parents/Guardians and spectators must remain in the designated
seating area at all times, and use care when moving around the gymnastics area.
We want everyone to be comfortable and encourage parents/guardians to stay and
watch their childrens' class. However, gymnastics can be a very complicated
task and needs the coaches' & gymnasts' full concentration. It's not only
difficult for gymnasts to learn but is also dangerous for everyone if a child
is distracted, running over to spectators, waving, or talking to their parents
during class time. Please help us and do not allow or encourage your children
to do any of these activities. Our classes take a short "break" to allow for a
quick drink or visit. We reserve the right to ask anyone causing a disturbance
or distraction to leave the seating area and/or gym.
Parents/Guardians are encouraged to inquire about YMCA memberships to use the
facilities during classes.

* Parents/Guardians must come in to the gym to pick up your child. Gymnasts are
only allowed to leave the gym at the end of practice accompanied with a parent/guardian with a coach's dismissal.

* If for any reason a parent/guardian needs to speak with one of the coaches,
please wait until the end of the class or call or email us to schedule a better time.