ANNUALREPORT2018

The sport with performing at its heart.

#livetoperform

CONTENTS

AAB Adjudicators Advisory Board ACF Australian Calisthenic FederationACFCC Australian Calisthenic Federation Coaching CommitteeASCA Australian Society of Calisthenics Adjudicators

ATO Australian Taxation OfficeCEO Chief Executive OfficerEAB Examiners Advisory BoardVCCA Victorian Calisthenic Coaches Association

In the spirit of respect, Calisthenics Victoria acknowledges people of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Nations who are the Traditional Owners of the land and seas of Australia.

04Chair of the Board Report

06CEO's Report

10VCCA President's Report

12 Director of Competition Report

16What is Calisthenics?

18Strategic Plans

20ASCA President's Report

22Skills Report

24Director of Finance Report

26Life Members

27Our Government and Corporate Partners

GLOSSARY ACKNOWLEDGEMNT OF TRADITIONAL OWNERS

We are the sport with performing at our heart.

CHAIR OF THE BOARDREPORTIt is with great pleasure that I present the 2018 Annual Report to our membership, together with our CEO Liam Murphy.

2018 saw the completion of the 2016-2018 Strategic Plan - an ambitious agenda focusing on 5 goals:

1. Support our people2. Effective communication3. Develop a culture reflective of our values4. Improve financial sustainability5. Deliver organisational excellence

The board, staff and our community of volunteers worked tirelessly and passionately over the past three years to deliver our strategy which, in this final year, has resulted in a strong foundation for the future. I am delighted and proud of what we have achieved and on behalf of the Board I thank each and every person for their efforts and contributions. Calisthenics has an exciting future.

That future, based on a strong foundation, required some vision and planning and in the latter part of 2018 we set about to determine what our focus would be for the next four years. We explored what society is looking for and how we can work to ensure that calisthenics remains relevant and on the ‘shopping list’ in the busier, fast-paced lives of our current and potential performers and their families. Through surveys, consultation groups and the strategic plan road-show we used your insights to frame our 2019-2022 Strategic Plan. The plan is defined through 4 strategic pillars:

1. Create our HOME2. Support our PEOPLE3. Increase PARTICIPATION4. Deliver Great EVENTS

We also established that a new vision and some fresh new values were needed to reflect our evolution through the achievement of the 2016-18 strategic plan.

Calisthenics Victoria’s new vision is that “Australia knows and loves calisthenics.” For me this vision is about us being loud and proud in the promotion of our incredible sport beyond the existing calisthenics community. This also means supporting calisthenics beyond Victoria and we have been delighted to participate in the working party assigned to shape the future strategic direction for the ACF.

Our new values of Confidence, Courage, Connection and Community have been chosen as they represent the things that calisthenics can bring to the lives of those involved in our sport. They are not just relevant to the Board and staff, but they also resonate with clubs, committees, volunteers and especially with our performers.

In order to grow and achieve our vision we all need to work together, embrace our values and be willing to try some different things. I encourage you to take a few minutes to read our new strategic plan and learn a little more about the exciting period of development, promotion and celebration ahead of us – and hopefully you can see something in there for you.

The role of the Board is to provide good governance to the organisation, ensure we have a strong financial position that supports a sustainable future and to set the strategic direction to steer our sport into the future.Our AGM was held in May with the appointment of the following Board Members:

Jessica Quayle – ChairAngela Wijeratne – Deputy ChairMargaret Sprague – General MemberLes Margaris – General Member

Shane Bond retained his appointment for 2018 as Director of Finance. Julie Fox (ASCA) and Keira Cowell (VCCA) were returning directors, appointed by their committees and Shirley Pettitt was appointed by the board as Director of Competitions for 2018.

Emma Iles joined the board in July as a skill-based appointment and Pippa Sampson concluded her skills-based appointment after three years. I would like to extend a warm welcome to Emma and look forward to working with her, and offer my sincere thanks to Pippa for her contributions to the board during her time.

I would like to take this opportunity to personally thank the board for your many contributions and for the time you so generously give to our sport, and I’d particularly like to thank Angela Wijeratne for her contributions and commitment to Calisthenics Victoria during her 4 years in the role of President.

My transition from general member to Chair of the Board has been an exciting one. It has been great to meet so many of our dedicated community members in various roles and to see you in action at the many wonderful events that have been held this year. Some highlights have included:

• The inaugural Cali-Connect Conference that was held at the Pullman Hotel in St Kilda which also incorporated our annual Celebrating Calisthenics event and AGM.

• The State Championships for Champ Juniors, Intermediates and Seniors at the incredible Palais theatre over a sensational weekend, showcasing the very best that calisthenics has to offer. Team colours were worn by audience members and the use of live streaming made the event even more exciting.

• The State Team Concert, again held at the Palais, was a sensational display of athleticism and chorographical mastery. The Victorian State team then did Victoria proud in Canberra, taking out the National Title for Juniors, Inters and Seniors. Congratulations to all the performers, committee and support team for all your achievements.

2018 also brought about some management changes at Calisthenics Victoria. Lisa Glassborow stepped into the acting CEO role until the appointment of Liam Murphy in April. I’d like to thank Lisa for all her hard work, dedication and professionalism during this time but also through the ongoing support she provides to Calisthenics Victoria. We welcome Liam to the calisthenics family who has been busy discovering calisthenics and its heritage whilst identifying ways to develop and grow our sport. I am confident our sport is in good hands.

"IF WE WANT MORE AUSTRALIANS TO KNOW AND LOVE CALISTHENICS, THEN WE NEED TO CREATE MORE OPPORTUNITIES FOR THEM TO KNOW US AND LOVE US."

I look forward to meeting more of our community members, and actively supporting our new strategic direction. I encourage each of you to think about the possibilities that lay ahead for our sport. If we want more Australians to know and love calisthenics, then we need to create more opportunities for them to know us and love us. That will require some change. That will require new thinking. I ask you to be bold and like one of the great sportsman of all times, Michael Jordan said “Never say never because limits, like fears, are often just an illusion.”

Jessica QuayleChair of the Board

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CEO’S REPORT Reflection is an important process for any organisation and compiling an Annual Report is a great way to review what we have achieved, celebrate the team of people behind those achievements and share our stories to inspire others. As I write this report I would like to pass on my sincere thanks to all of you within the Victorian calisthenics community for the warm welcome extended to me since I started as CEO in April 2018. Coming in as an ‘outsider’ has meant I have spent a lot of time listening and learning from many of you and I look forward to continuing that journey in the years to come.

Strategic

Strategy 2016-18

In the final year of the 3-year plan we spent the time completing the last of the major tasks outlined in an ambitious plan aimed at establishing a strong foundation for our organisation, our members and our wider community.

I am pleased to report that everyone involved with Calisthenics Victoria has done a marvellous job in achieving the majority of the strategic objectives associated with the 2016-18 strategic plan and I commend the Board, staff and key stakeholders for their efforts in achieving so much in such a short period of time.

Strategy 2019-22

The latter part of 2018 saw the development of our next strategic plan, a 4-year plan, equally as ambitious, and focused on our home, our people, our products & programs and our events. The plan was developed in consultation with our membership and key stakeholders including the process of developing our vision, strategic pillars, values and purpose. I’m extremely thankful for the time and effort our community have put in to develop this plan and we are keen to get underway with some of the key objectives in 2019. You can find more information about our plan on page 13.

Membership

Calisthenics Victoria’s membership in 2018 reached 8,265 registered performers, 1,007 coaches and 102 clubs.

We recognise there is a need to develop new programs and products to introduce more people to our sport and boost numbers across Calisthenics especially in the Tinies and Intermediates age groups and to enhance existing programs and supports to support the growth and development of our coaches and clubs.

Promotion and Celebration

Our marketing team worked tirelessly to promote calisthenics, and whilst we have traditionally enjoyed a strong presence internally, 2018 saw the launch of our first digital recruitment campaign that aimed to reach a new audience outside of the calisthenics community. This, coupled with the ongoing online activity throughout the year, saw our social media presence rank in the top 10 of all sports across Victoria, making our online presence the envy of many mainstream sports. A number of opportunities took place throughout the year to celebrate and showcase calisthenics including the inaugural Cali-Connect

Conference, Celebrating Calisthenics, the AGM, Club Development Workshop Series’, Team and Solo Competitions, The Palais, the VCCA 60th Anniversary Lunch, Volunteer Christmas and the State Team Concert, to name a few.

High Performance

Our State Team headed to the nation’s capital to participate in the 30th year of the National competition. To say it was a successful campaign is an understatement winning 3 out of 4 team sections and 3 out of 6 solo sections. However, winning isn’t everything and it is important to note the great opportunity for performers, coaches and clubs to share ideas and to enjoy additional learning opportunities that state team provides. A big congratulations to the State Team Committee led by Portia Branton - your delivery of the 2018 State Team was outstanding and something you should all be proud of.

Auditions where held throughout November and December with strong numbers in each section. Planning for the 2019 State Team included the development and launch of a Health and Wellness program for State Team performers, coaches, administrators and parents. This important program will further enhance the experience for all involved.

Looking forward, we are excited to be a part of the 2019 Nationals in Western Australia and cannot wait to see our performers on stage.

“I HAVE SPENT A LOT OF TIME LISTENING AND LEARNING…”

2018 Competition Season

Our State Championships continue to be delivered with professionalism and precision. I would like to thank our Co-Convenors Anne Jenkinson and Sue Reeves and their committee for their tireless efforts to deliver the 2018 State Championships.

The 2018 team competition season saw a shift with a weekend full of calisthenics at the iconic Palais theatre showcasing the talent of our Senior, Intermediate, and Junior Championship sections, along with the inaugural Solos @ the Palais. We had 4,500 people enjoy the competition over the Palais weekend, and I would like to thank the Calisthenics community, far and wide, for their willingness to get behind this exciting new event. It was wonderful to see St Kilda awash with Calisthenics families.

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Our State Championship competition continues to enjoy a strong relationship with the City of Greater Bendigo Council with several teams performing at the amazing Ulumbarra Theatre. I thank all the clubs and their supporters who attended the State Championships at Bendigo and the local Bendigo volunteers who assisted with the running of this competition.

We will carry on working with our membership in 2019 to make sure the delivery of the State Championships meets the needs of our calisthenics community at all levels.

"…OUR SOCIAL MEDIA PRESENCE RANKED IN THE TOP 10 OF ALL SPORTS ACROSS AUSTRALIA.”

Financial

As my predecessor had indicated, the financial position of the organisation was assessed over the term of the 2016-18 strategy rather than a year in isolation. As such, I am pleased to report to our membership that we have reported a small surplus of $25,664 over the period of the 2016-18 strategic plan.

FY18 saw Calisthenics Victoria incur a deficit of $35,730, which can be attributed to the investment in new events which, in the longer-term, aim to create an environment where calisthenics is showcased and our members gather to connect, learn and celebrate their commitment to this great sport.

With a strong cash position and balance sheet I would like to recognise and thank the Director of Finance, Shane Bond for his sound leadership and guidance in 2018.

Our Partners

I would like to take this opportunity to thank our sponsors and partners for their generous support of Calisthenics Victoria, in particular the team at the Mt Evelyn and Districts Community Bank. I look forward to your ongoing support and would encourage our membership to support our partners who support us. Full details of our partners can be found at the back cover of this report.

To our government supporters, Sport and Recreation Victoria (SRV), VicSport and VicHealth, thank you for your knowledge and ongoing support.

To our National Body, the ACF, thank you for inviting us to be part of setting the strategic direction for our sport at a national level and we look forward to your plan coming to life over the next 4 years.

Our People

Thank you never seems enough but I would like to sincerely thank all committees and volunteers for their energetic support and delivery of calisthenics within Victoria, with special thanks to the Calisthenics Victoria Board who provide excellence in governing our organisation.

The team in the Calisthenics office are small in number but large in heart, commitment, passion and drive, and to Steph, Sarah, Cherie, Iolanda, Emily, Danielle, Julia and Liz I say thank you.Thank you to our auditors Billings + Ellis Pty Ltd and to Sports Accounting Australia for excellence in financial support.

"WE ARE CONTRIBUTING TO THE HISTORY OF OUR GREAT SPORT,

THROUGH OUR ACTIONS TODAY.”

I would also like to offer my thanks to the outgoing CEO Matthew Brown for his work in the role over the past 4 years and a half years and to Lisa Glassborow the acting CEO for the first 4 month of 2018, who provided, and continues to provide, invaluable support to Calisthenics Victoria.

Personally, this role provides a brilliant opportunity to contribute to the history of this great sport, through our actions today. I am excited about the challenges and opportunities that we have in front of us and look forward to working with the community to deliver on the strategic objectives of the organisation.

Liam MurphyChief Executive Officer

8,265 PERFORMERS

1,007 COACHES

102 CLUBS

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VCCA PRESIDENT’S REPORTIn 2018 the VCCA continued along the path to embed our association as a division of Calisthenics Victoria, following the successful amalgamation. This has seen our numbers grow, increased our efficiency and given us new direction as an organisation. During 2018 our membership reached 1000 coaches, with three cadet and three level one courses allowing more coaches to achieve their qualifications than ever before.

We were introduced to our new CEO Liam Murphy and the VCCA immediately established an open and cohesive relationship with him. I would like to thank Liam for his genuine interest in, and understanding of, the important role of our coaches in Calisthenics and look forward to working together to achieve our mutual goals.

At the Cali Connect event in May, Judi Baird announced her retirement from the VCCA committee after 9 years as President, at which time I stepped into this role as caretaker. I would like to acknowledge the wonderful work undertaken by Judi during her time as our President. Judi led the Committee through many changes that involved some difficult decisions, all the while maintaining a fair and open approach and always considering what was best for our coaches and our sport as a whole. Thank you Judi, for your commitment and dedication and for all that you have achieved for Calisthenics.

I wish to congratulate our Coach of the Year, Lynette Cousins, Calisthenics Ambassador, Kirrilly Wootton and Skills Coach of the Year, Leanne Collins-Westcott. These ladies are such positive role models for our sport and are truly outstanding recipients of these awards. Our VCCA solo competition was convened by Olivia Spiteri together with the office and our committee members as well as many coaches who volunteered their time. This was to be the last time the VCCA solo would

run in its current format. We were excited to announce in September the decision that the future of this competition will see it run in conjunction with the State Championships and will afford us the opportunity to publicly recognise our coaches in the Graceful, Cali Solo and Duo sections.

2018 marked the 60th anniversary of the formation of the VCTA, now the VCCA. This milestone was celebrated with a lunch in November, attended, and thoroughly enjoyed by Life Members, Committee members and invited guests.

We also reintroduced The Coaches Forum which was held in December. It was well attended and well received and something that we hope to build on in the future.

I would like to thank our hard-working Committee of Management for continuing to be the voice of our coaches across various areas of calisthenics. Keira Cowell is our representative on the Calisthenics Victoria Board. She offers continuous support and encouragement to me and is willing to share her experience and knowledge with every coach that she comes into contact with. Alex Otzen our Registrar, Renee Erwin our Secretary, Francine Alevizos our Country Liaison Representative, Kyla Field our ACFCC Representative and Diane Synnott have all displayed great commitment, diligence and integrity in their roles and for this I sincerely thank them. Cherie Zealley has provided ongoing communication from the office, efficiently completing every required task. Cherie goes above and beyond to provide support and assistance for our coaches and ensures all our programs run without a hitch. Thank you, Cherie.

To all the staff and Management of Calisthenics Victoria and associated committees, thank you, on behalf of the VCCA for all that you do to enable our coaches to be the best they can be.

Katrina BerrymanVCCA Chair

VCCA Committee

POSITION INCUMBENT

Chair Katrina Berryman

Board Representative Keira Cowell

Registrar Alex Otzen

ACFCC Delegate Kyla Field

Country Liaison Officer Francine Alevizos

Secretary Renee Erwin

General Committee Member Diane Synnott

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DIRECTOR OF COMPETITION REPORTThe year of 2018 certainly came and went quickly. The Victorian Competition Committee comprises representation from all fields involved in the organisation of competitions: ASCA delegate (Tracey Tutin); CV State Championships (Anne Jenkinson & Sue Reeves); Combined Competition delegate (Margaret Sprague); Team Grading Manager (Carol Swart); Solo Grading delegate (Danielle Kenner); VCCA delegate (Katrina Berryman) and Gloria Mason as Minute Secretary. The many years’ experience and knowledge of each of these ladies enhance the ability of the Victorian Competition Committee to make fair and consistent decisions. All members of the VCC are truly dedicated to their role in calisthenics and we are very grateful and lucky to have them involved.

Our primary role is to review and revise the Victorian Flexible Rules as they relate to the ACF National Rules, to consider exemptions as they relate to age or ability, and address all issues arising out of public questionnaires and forums. A major overhaul of both the Solo and Team Rules and Regulations was achieved and published in 2019, making Victorian rules more condensed and organised.

Throughout 2018 discussions continued about the future of our Competitions and the recommendations of the Strategic Competition Review. The focus of “family friendly” competitions supported our decisions and remains an area of focus into the future. A 4-year trial of a new solo competition schedule was developed and announced, through consultation with all convenors of Solo Competitions and ready to implement in 2019, achieving one of the outcomes of a “full and fair” competition to all competitors. We look forward to reviewing this trial throughout and will seek feedback from our community along the way.

MyStage was used as an entry platform for all solo competitions in 2018 but felt it not yet able to manage the very broad level of requirements for our team entries. The CV State Championships continued to use it for their entries and all Competitions had access to the program to assist in the running of their competitions. Calisthenics Victoria expanded our bank of iPads to assist competitions where required.

We will continue to search for a platform that will not only assist coaches and clubs with their entries but also to ease the stress and frustration conveners face with trying to fit all levels and ages into satisfactory and “family-friendly” time-lines. However, it is important to realise and respect that all Competition Conveners also need to be considered in our “family-friendly” conquest.

2018 Grading Reports Teams:The Grading Committee had no new members this year. I am sure all the members have enjoyed the year, with all except one on the committee for 2019. Continuity of our membership is very important and the members’ experience and knowledge is of great benefit.

2018 was another challenging year for the Grading Committee. The focus was to ensure we provided more evenness in the sections, due to the large increase in the number of teams in the competitions, including an increase in interstate representation. This resulted in changes being made to meet the requirements of time restraints, providing the Competition Committees with the ability to keep times family friendly.

The Grading Committee strives to maintain a good balance to grade fairly without increasing the length of competition times. This entailed viewing more classes and competitions across all levels giving greater insight to maintain our high standard in grading selection.

The results and comments from coaches and adjudicators indicated the evenness of many sections and we are proud of the fact that we achieved a good balance in each division.

The grading for 2019 will see a lot of changes as clubs have indicated low numbers again in Intermediates and in many cases insufficient girls to field a team, however we will continue to do our best for all.

Gwenda Lucas who was a founder of the first grading committee in the early 1980’s has resigned and will be sadly missed. The Grading Committee values her contribution to our committee and to the broader calisthenic world. Gwenda has worked tirelessly for us for well over forty years and we will certainly miss her expertise and knowledge. We wish her well and thank her for everything she has done for us and more importantly calisthenics in Victoria as a whole.

Solos:With one member of the Committee stepping down in 2018, an EOI was circulated for a new Committee member and we were pleased to find not one but two suitable applicants, growing the Committee to a team of four.

Metro Solo Grading: In 2018, an additional section was established in the 18 years + (Senior) Cali and Graceful solo sections to address the steady increase of competitors over recent years. The “Elementary” section sits between Novice and Open Reserve. This creates four grading’s of differing standards in which to spread competitors more evenly and fairly into sections that best suit their capabilities.

Country Solo Grading: The country solo grading criteria, and associated ‘penalty point system’ was reviewed in 2018. In order to not discourage metro graded competitors from entering country competitions, the deductions applied to these competitors was reduced.The Committee continues to review solo grading processes and explore ways to maintain even standards across all sections, thus providing all solo competitors an opportunity to compete in a fair environment best suited to their current capability.

State Championships Committee 2018

2018 was a very exciting and challenging year for the Calisthenics Victoria State Championships committee. We introduced some new initiatives and a new venue – Karralyka – to the competition schedule.

Once again the support from the Calisthenics Victoria office was incredible and together we strive to deliver great competitions for our community.

The solo competition featured 1,460 entries – a very significant increase on the previous year. The competitions were held at Besen, Kel Watson and The Whitehorse Centre. We introduced a season pass which could

be used at either the solo or team competitions for all sections except Championship teams which seemed to be well received by our community. The Open Days for both calisthenics solos and gracefuls continued and both were very successful offering a wonderful display of calisthenics. The Betty Corrigan Memorial Trophy is awarded to the winner of the Senior Open Graceful section and this was won by Angel Cray. Angel also won The Brenda Green Perpetual Trophy for winning the Senior Open Calisthenics Solo. This is the second year the same person (different girls each year) has won both trophies.

The team competitions ran over 73 sessions, with in excess of 3,500 team entries. This presented approximately 350 hours of competition over 36 days with 83 different clubs participating. They were held at The Palais, Besen, Karralyka, Darebin and Ulumbarra theatres.

“TOGETHER WE STRIVE TO DELIVER GREAT COMPETITIONS FOR OUR COMMUNITY.”

The competitions at The Palais were expanded to include Championship Juniors, Inters and Seniors and we introduced Solos at The Palais for both graceful and calisthenics solos. Jeaden won all three team sections at The Palais and Kathryn Andrews won the Calisthenics Solo at The Palais and Rebecca Reeves the Graceful Solo at The Palais. The three days at The Palais were a huge success and a wonderful showcase for calisthenics.

MyStage was expanded and used at all our solo and team competitions. A new volunteer registration program was introduced called SignUp and this was managed by the Volunteer Coordinator in the office.

Thank you to all the committee who worked tirelessly throughout both the solos and team competitions.

We are all very well served by the dedication and knowledge of our amazing team working in the Calisthenic Victoria Office. In my role as the head of a committee, the source of help and guidance that is given willingly and without question is greatly appreciated. It has been pleasing to watch our new CEO Liam Murphy, grow into his role with a never ending expansion of his knowledge of our Calisthenic traits.

Good luck to everyone for a successful Calisthenic year in 2019.

Shirley PettittDirector of Competition

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Calisthenics is the sport with performing at its heart. It offers a unique combination of dancing, singing, gymnastics and technical skill, developing strong, confident leaders through friendship and teamwork. Calisthenics inspires performers to take centre stage today, and throughout their lives.

WHAT IS CALISTHENICS?

Support our

PEOPLE

Listen & Lead

Create our

HOME

Community & Facilities

Increase

PARTICIPATION

Programs & Products

Deliver great

EVENTS

Entertain & Inspire

Purpose

Our Foundation

Core Values Our Brand

To develop calisthenics and support our community, delivering great sporting experiences that inspire more confident performers.

Strong Leadership

Sound Financial Management

A Confident Identity

An Informed Community

ConfidenceBelieving in ourselves and our sport; standing tall.

CourageBuilding strength and resilience; being bold.

ConnectionEmbracing our sense of team; working together.

CommunitySharing our passion, supporting each other; celebrating calisthenics.

The sport with performing at its heart

#livetoperform

Strategic Pillars

Vision

Australia knows and loves Calisthenics

Mission

Together with our community of performers, coaches, clubs and volunteers, we will:

Develop our sport through programs, pathways and partnerships

Deliver opportunities for performance and growth

Build a connected community with professional leadership and effective communications

Celebrate calisthenics, inspiring more people to get involved

STRATEGIC PLAN 2019 –2022STRATEGIC PLAN 2016–2018

Goal 1. Support Our PeopleLong Term Target – A professional club network and excellence in member satisfaction.

Strategy 1.1 Deliver A Sport That Is Family Friendly And Balanced.KPI - 5% increase in Net Promoter Score* and 3% growth in total membership by December 2018.*Net Promoter Score is a leading indicator of growth based on members willingness to recommend CV.

Strategy 1.2 Development Of The Volunteer Network.KPI - Increase the number of volunteers by 3% by December 2018.

Strategy 1.3 Review And Relaunch The Star Club Program.KPI - Full compliance at Star 2 for all clubs by December 2017.

Strategy 1.4 Develop Stronger Pathways For Coaches.KPI - A 30% increase in the number of Level 2 coaches by December 2018.

Strategy 1.5 Develop Stronger Pathways For Participants.KPI - 5% increase in the total number of pupils entering the skills programme by December 2018.

Strategy 1.6 Deliver Educational Resources For Clubs And Coaches.KPI - 10 clubs attend each workshop in 2016; 2% annual growth in attendance by 2018.

Strategy 1.7 Invest In Our People.KPI - A 10% increase in staff satisfaction by December 2018.

Strategy 1.8 Improve Health, Safety And Wellbeing.KPI - 100% compliance with incident and injury reporting and child safety checks by May 2017.

Strategy 1.9 Deliver Vichealth’s Development Programs.KPI - 75% attendance on each program.

Goal 2. Effective CommunicationLong term target – Steady annual growth with greater public appreciation and excellence in member communication.

Strategy 2.1 Develop And Implement A Marketing And Communication Strategy.KPI - A 10% annual increase in total social media reach, 5% increase in website unique users and 5% increase in Advertising Value Equivalent by December 2018.

Strategy 2.2 Create A Fresh, Energetic New Brand For Calisthenics Victoria.KPI - 3% growth in total membership by December 2018.

Strategy 2.3 Expand Opportunities For Exposure And Celebration.KPI - Increase Customer Satisfaction rating by 10% and 5% for Advertising Value Equivalent by Dec 2018.

Strategy 2.4 Implement A New Website And Customer Relationship Management System.KPI - A 5% annual increase in unique web users and 5% increase in time spent on site by December 2018.

Strategy 2.5 Grow Membership And Improve Retention.KPI - 3% growth in total membership and 2% improved total retention rate by December 2018.

Goal 3. Cultural Development Long Term Target - A sport that embodies collaboration, transparency, integrity, professionalism and trust.

Strategy 3.1 Encourage And Support Stakeholders To Live The Brand.KPI - 5% increase in Net Promoter Score by December 2018.

Strategy 3.2 Demonstrate LeadershipKPI - 5% increase in Net Promoter Score by December 2018.

Goal 4. Improve Financial SustainabilityLong Term Target - A sport with a strong and sustainable financial position to support growth and development.

Strategy 4.1 Identify Opportunities To Diversify Revenue Streams.KPI - 1% increase in annual total revenue for reinvestment

Strategy 4.2 Achieve Cost Efficiencies Without Compromising The Delivery Of The Sport.KPI - Total cost remains unchanged for 3 years.

Strategy 4.3 Build Financial Capacity Within Our Clubs.KPI - 30% of clubs achieve Star Club Level 3 by December 2018

Strategy 4.4 Invest In A Venue Feasibility Study.KPI - CV shares completed feasibility study with membership

Goal 5. Deliver Organisational ExcellenceLong Term Target – A progressive artistic sport that is well governed and managed

Strategy 5.1 Enhance Stakeholder Perception And Understanding Of CV’s Role.KPI - A 5 % increase in Net Promoter Score

Strategy 5.2 Review State Team Model To Ensure Quality And Open Participation* From 2017.KPI - Attendance at ACF Nationals 2017 with the most skilful Victorian participants and coaches.

Strategy 5.3 Complete Amalgamation With Vcca.KPI - Greater than 70% coach satisfaction with amalgamation by December 2017

Strategy 5.4 Implement Business Planning, Analysis And Interpretation.KPI - Business plan implemented with 7 key measures of business success reported on monthly to Board

Strategy 5.5 Harness The Use Of Technology To Improve Organisational Capabilities.KPI - 99% compliance with online member registrations and applications by Dec 2018

Strategy 5.6 Develop Key Governance Resources.KPI - At least 95% compliance to the VicSport Good Governance Toolkit by June 2018

Our Vision - A professional and forward thinking artistic sport.*Our Mission - We will support our membership to deliver excellence in calisthenics and explore opportunities for growth and development while upholding the traditions of our sport.* * The vision and mission for calisthenics will be further refined during the re-branding process.

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ASCA PRESIDENT’S REPORTAt the end of my 3rd year as President I reflect back on 2018 which has been interesting to say the least.

This past year has presented challenges in the President role; aiming to guide ASCA through many discussions and decisions; always keeping in mind the best interests of the Society and its members on a whole whilst striving to move forward in a positive way; guiding this group of strong, independent, forthright women who have a passion for our sport. We must always respect our role in calisthenics, keeping in mind the responsibility we have in enabling our sport to move forward while catering for the needs of participants and coaches at all levels. We have influence over how competitors and coaches, new and experienced, view their talent and love for calisthenics and it is this that we must endeavour to nurture and develop so that the longevity of our sport is guaranteed well beyond our time as adjudicators.

The 2018 year finished with 53 ASCA Victoria members identified as follows:

• 36 Active members (including 3 DE)• 4 Cadets • 13 Associate, Retired, Life members (Non-Active)

The end of 2018 marked the successful completion of the ASCA Cadet Program for Melinda Moutsos. Melinda embraced the learning and development during her 3 years of training and we all wish her well in her role as an adjudicator.

Life Membership was presented to Julie Fox at the 2018 Annual General Meeting in recognition of her outstanding contribution to ASCA Victoria. We thank Julie for her continuing support of ASCA as an active adjudicator, a Committee Member and as our representative on Calisthenic Victoria’s Board.

Congratulations to Shirley Pettitt who was presented with the Karen O’Donnell Award at the Calisthenics Victoria ‘Celebrating Calisthenics’ function, held at the Pullman Hotel in May, for her extensive involvement in the development and trial of the new critiques for Standard and Minimal Rules. The input and work undertaken by Shirley was enormous and we thank her for her commitment to the completion of such a long-term project.

In October Helen Simmons retired from adjudicating after 39 years of membership. Helen has been a dedicated member, adjudicating throughout Victoria and Australia in a very professional and passionate manner. She has served on the ASCA Committee in various positions and has always been a proud member of ASCA Vic. Thank you Helen. We wish you the best of health and happiness as you enjoy watching calisthenics from the audience.

ASCA members were provided with the AGM, 6 General meetings and 3 seminars on Political Correctness (February,) Officiating and Artistic Sport – Cheerleading (May) and Current Trends (July.)

Attendance at General Meetings has generally been excellent throughout 2018 and I encourage members to continue this trend in 2019. Your input into meetings ensures strong, robust discussion on all aspects encountered in our adjudicating role.

All members have met their accreditation requirements for 2018 and I thank Kerryn, as Accreditation Officer, for monitoring this area. It is important for us to continue to learn and expand our knowledge, never becoming complacent with our position.

In 2018, members adjudicated a total of 323 sessions at 11 Metropolitan Team Competitions, 217 sessions (over 600 sections) at 12 Metropolitan Solo Competitions as well as 5 additional Country Competitions. Adjudicating “Solos at the Palais” for the first time as well as the Championship Senior, Intermediate and Junior sections was a highlight for many. Karen Darby (SA) and Dawn Chester (WA) were invited to join the panels over the Palais weekend.

Victorian members also took up appointments in ACT, NT, SA, QLD & WA. Adjudicators for the ACF National Championships held in ACT were Helen Simmons and Gayle Ciotti, whilst Rhonda Just adjudicated at the 2018 Pan Pacific Masters Games in Queensland. All three represented the Victorian ASCA Branch with pride and professionalism.

The news of the discovery of the unsafe condition of Her Majesty’s Theatre in Ballarat placed the RSSS Calisthenic Competition in jeopardy. Thankfully an alternative venue was sourced and, although a different atmosphere to Her Maj, the competitions went ahead for the majority of the divisions.

Calisthenics Victoria appointed a new CEO in April 2018. Liam Murphy has learnt all things calisthenics very quickly. He has engaged all heads of the stakeholder committees to ensure the communication and input into decisions is across all areas of calisthenics in Victoria. Calisthenics Victoria’s new Strategic Plan was launched in December. This outlines the future direction of Calisthenics in Victoria for the next 4 years. There will be development within our sport over that time to ensure the long-term growth and progression in an ever-changing world.

I sincerely thank Julie Fox in her role as Director of Adjudicating on the Calisthenics Victoria Board and Tracey Tutin being our representative on the Victorian Competition Committee. The communication through these two roles provide ASCA with input into discussions and decisions affecting Calisthenics on a whole. Thank you to Shirley Pettitt for representing ASCA Vic on the AAB with me. Other members are involved in other Committees; VCCA, EAB and ACF. Many members were also involved in Coach Education and attending VCCA meetings and seminars.

In 2018 the ASCA VIC Branch continued their contribution of awards to various sections:

• The Maureen Connelly Perpetual Trophy for the winner of the Championship Intermediates section – won by Jeaden.

• The Karen O’Donnell Memorial Award for the winner of the Championship Senior Rod Exercises at CV State Championships – won by Jeaden.

• ASCA trophy for the Highly Commended placing at RSSS in the Graceful Calisthenic Girl section – won by Rachel Dowling

• ASCA trophy for the Honorable Mention placing at RSSS in the Calisthenic Solo section – won by Emily Smith.

Cadet training was conducted under the guidance of Gayle Ciotti who was ably assisted by Rhonda Just and Paula Hessey. The cadets appreciate the work, organisation and guidance you have provided them through 2018. Thank you to all adjudicators who assisted cadets in their training through Writing, Observation and Shadow Sessions. Without your support, our cadets would not be able to complete their training and become competent and confident adjudicators.

Finally, I would like to thank our committee for their continued support. Your time and input demonstrate your dedication and commitment for adjudicating. I sincerely thank: Shirley Pettitt (IPP); Paula Hessey (Vice President); Genine McCorkell (Secretary); Diane Lukey (Assistant Secretary), Lynette Cousins (Treasurer); Kerryn Waddell (Accreditation & AAB Director); Gayle Ciotti (Cadet Coordinator); Julie Fox (representative on CV Board); Tracey Tutin (representative on VCC) and Committee Members: Sarah Carthew, Mellany Drew, Deborah Godsell. The experience and knowledge you bring to each and every meeting is appreciated and valued. The hearty discussions at Committee meetings ensure we continue to guide ASCA Vic through the evolving times in a sport we all enjoy.

Thank you to all members for your input and support in 2018. In 2019 I look forward to further strengthening the position that ASCA Vic Branch embraces within the community of Calisthenics in Victoria.

Alison LewisASCA President

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Table 3: Exam Statistics For Period 1st January – 31st December 2018

TEST 1 TEST 2 TEST 3 GRADE 1 GRADE 2 GRADE 3 G3 LVL 1 COACH GRADE 3 GRADE 4 BRONZE

MEDALSILVER MEDAL

GOLD MEVAL

GOLD MEDAL HONOURS

Total Number Entered 186 292 323 324 1 239 2 209 138 13 9 5 5

Withdrawn 10 11 11 16 0 7 0 9 9 0 0 0 0

Number Presented 176 281 312 308 1 232 2 200 129 13 9 5 5

Honours with Distinction 0 0 0 38 0 37 0 30 13 3 3 3 5

Honours 11 38 74 65 0 63 0 37 21 1 2 2 0

Credit Plus 19 40 47 68 0 51 0 53 40 4 4 0 0

Credit 38 69 70 72 1 40 0 35 28 5 0 0 0

Highly Commended 26 45 59 24 0 19 0 14 12 0 0 0 0

Commended 30 36 51 22 0 8 0 5 1 0 0 0 0

Pass Plus 6 12 8 3 0 3 0 1 1 0 0 0 0

Pass 2 3 1 1 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0

Satisfactory 44 38 0 0 0 0 2 0 0 0 0 0 0

Unable to Qualify 0 0 2 15 1 11 0 24 13 0 0 0 0

SKILLS REPORT2018 has again been a very busy and productive year for the ACF Calisthenics Skills Program in Victoria. A further increase in presenting candidates saw our overall number reach the highest level so far. There was also an increase of regional centres hosting skills exams.

There’s a pleasing trend that sees more pupils flowing through the program to achieve at the higher grades. Thirty four (34) candidates attained Grade 4 Honours / Honours with Distinction, thirteen (13) Bronze, nine (9) Silver, and five (5) Gold Medals. Our five Gold Medalists all went on to achieve Gold Medal Honours – the second year running that five Victorians have attained the highest level.

Fourteen (14) Examiners conducted exam assessments throughout Victoria, with three up-grading their accreditation. Unfortunately, we were sorry to have one resignation from their ranks at year’s end, but we welcomed a Trainee Examiner, which was great to see.

Key Activities For Victoria In 2018

• Increased number of entries and candidates actually examined in 2018. Slight decrease in annual pass rate, with a further decrease in the overall withdrawal rate.

• Greater number of pupils progressing to Grade 4.• In 2018, 34 young Victorians achieved Grade 4 Honours / Honours

with Distinction.• Heightened interest in the Medal Program. 2018 was second time

five (5) candidates successfully achieved Gold Medal Honours in one year.

Key Activities For 2019 And Beyond

• Continuing to liaise with CV to support and improve the delivery of the ACF Skills Program in Victoria. This includes up-to-date information for Victorian members.

• Likewise, continuing to work with the VCCA to encourage skills coaching excellence.

• On-going communication with the ACF EAB, and support for Victorian Examiners.

I have provided some highlights of statistical information for the 2018 year outlined in the tables within this report.

I sincerely thank Helen Barclay and Lorraine Duff for their continuing administrative support which is backed up at exam venues by volunteer administrators and supervisors.

Thank you.

Elizabeth HickeyCV Convenor, ACF Calisthenics Skills Program

Table 1: Number Of Participants In Victoria 2018 1st January To 31st December 2018

VICTORIA 2017 2018

Presented – sub-total 1523 1673

Withdrawals 95 73

Total incl. Withdrawals 1618 1746

Table 2: Number Of Participants At Each Level In Victoria 2018

2017 2018

Test 1 145 132

T1 Gp Assessment 36 44

Test 2 213 243

T2 Gp Assessment 16 38

Test 3 326 312

Grade 1 252 308

Standard 2 1 1

Grade 2 221 232

Gd3 Lvl 1 Coaching 0 2

Grade 3 142 200

Grade 4 140 129

Bronze Medal 16 13

Silver Medal 4 9

Gold Medal 5 5

Gold Medal Honours 5 5

SUB-TOTAL presented 1523 1673

Withdrawn 95 73

TOTAL NO. OF ENTRIES 1618 1746

Table 5: Progress/Achievement Against Strategic Plan

PROGRESS / ACHIEVEMENT OF STRATEGIC PRIORITIES AGAINST THE STRATEGIC PLAN

Review to encourage growth and progression

Regular meetings with CV / VCCA personnel.

Marketing campaign in co-operation with Calisthenics Victoria

Up-to-date information on CV website, on-stage presentations at CV Teams Championships (Grade 4 Honours to Medal Achievers), write-ups on website and social media. Successful Skills presentation at annual CV Celebrating Calisthenics event.

Table 4: Examinations Conducted

VICTORIA LEVELS EXAMINED

MELBOURNE–Supplementary Exams February – Tests 2&3, Grades 2, 3 & 4

MELBOURNE -Medal Exams March - Bronze, Silver & Gold medals

MELBOURNE- suburbia- 7 venues June – Test 1 to Grade 4

GEELONG June – Test 1 to Grade 3

MELBOURNEOct/Nov – Gold Medal Honours

Presentations

MILDURA October – Test 2 to Grade 3

SALE Nov/December – Test 1 to Grade 1

BALLARAT Nov/December – Test 1 to Grade 3

HORSHAM Nov/December – Test 1 to Grade 4

GEELONG Nov/December – Test 1 to Grade 4

BENDIGO Nov/December – Test 3 to Grade 3

SHEPPARTON Nov/December – Test 1 to Grade 4

MELBOURNE – suburbia - 10 venues Nov/December - Test 1 to Grade 4

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DIRECTOR OF FINANCE REPORT

2018 PROFIT & LOSSThe 2018 financial position reports a deficit of $35,730, however with a 3-year lens, the organisation reports as surplus of $25,664.

P&L ITEM 2018 FINAL RESULT 2017 FINAL RESULT 2016 FINAL RESULT

Income $2,178,075 $2,026,588 $1,760,172

Gross Profit $2,162,612 $2,008,246 $1,754,513

Expenses $2,216,067 $2,018,676 $1,740,311

Operating Profit/(Loss) ($53,455) ($10,430) 14,202

Other Income (Bank Interest) $17,725 $23,675 $33,948

Net Profit/(Deficit) ($35,730) $13,245 $48,150

The 2018 reporting year saw the end of a 3-year reporting cycle as part of the 2016-2018 Strategic Plan, which consolidated the good work of the first 2 years in increasing reporting accuracy of programs and projects.

2018 saw an investment in new events, new IT programs and the Calisthenics Victoria team and I am pleased to provide the below snapshot of the of the financial year, with the full audited Calisthenics Victoria Annual Financial Report for 2018 located at www.calisthenics.asn.au/about-us/governance.

SHANE BONDDIRECTOR OF FINANCE

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LIFE MEMBERSCalisthenics Victoria Life Members

SURNAME FORENAME YEAR

Bennett Betty 1987 D

Blackeby Ethel 1987 D

Dahl Bill 1987 D

Fildes Joy 1987 D

Gale Rod 1987 D

Hopton Vera 1987 D

Magennis Lois 1987 D

Plant Norm 1987 D

Woodward Bill 1991 D

Corrigan Betty 1994

Lingham Margaret 1995

Green Brenda 1996

Lucas Gwenda 1998

Gorman Bev 1999

Gaudion Bev 2001

Lloyd Joan 2001 D

Schreck Jeanette 2001 D

VCCA Life Members

SURNAME FORENAME YEAR

Fildes Joy 1974

Binstead Vera 1974

Mazzoletti Rae 1976

Hopton B.E.M Vera 1976

Lloyd Joan 1979

Blackburn Joyce 1979

Lucas Gwenda 1979

Feltham Enid 1981

Lingham Margaret 1981

Nicholls Aimee 1983

Synnott Diane 1987

Gannon Vivienne 1987

Woodward Gwen 1987

Smith Elaine 1988

Whelan Margaret 1988

Elliott Barbara 1990

Hayes Sue 1990

Lloyd Bronwyn 1991

Gaudion Beverley 1991

Currie Judy 1992

Gellie Beverley 1992

Cain Kaye 1993

Campbell Margaret 1994

Baird Judith 1994

Langford Leonie 1995

Pettitt Shirley 1995

Robertson Gail 1996

Cowell Keira 1996

Hewett Joan 1996

Waites Julie 1997

Buckthorpe Marlene 1997

Scarpella Val 1999

Rossell Gayle 2000

O'Donnell Pamela 2001

Goss Jill 2001

Johnson Anne 2003

Farley-Smith Andrea 2003

Armstrong Naomi 2007

Edgar Ros 2008

Poole Bronwyn 2008

Stuberovskis Astrida 2008

Carthew Sarah 2011

Gow Renae 2012

Jones Wayne 2002 D

Lavender Jan 2002

Campbell Margaret 2003

Mc Leod Trish 2003

Smith Joy 2003

Cohen Peter 2004

Pearce Norm 2005

Currie Judy 2006

Elliott Barbara 2007

Hayward Lynne 2008

Hickey Liz 2010

Nickless Barbara 2010

Baird Judith 2015

Fox Julie 2015

Reddie Bev 2016

Lloyd Bronwyn 2016

Rowett Karyn 2017

Sarah Carthew 2018

Keira Cowell 2018

MAJOR EVENT PARTNER

SILVER PARTNERS

BRONZE PARTNERS

GOVERNMENT PARTNERS

STATE TEAM PARTNER

26 LIFE MEMBERS 27 OUR GOVERNMENT AND CORPORATE PARTNERS

Office 6, 104 Ferntree Gully RoadOakleigh East, Melbourne, Victoria 316603 9562 6011 admin@calisthenics.asn.au www.calisthenics.asn.au

Report published April 2019