PLCC GYMNASTICS CHEER AND DANCE

2018 Club Handbook

PLCC Gymnastics, Cheer and Dance – PLCC (formerly Patterson Lakes Community Centre Gymnastics Club) is a not-for-profit community club. We provide a variety of programs for ages 18 months through to adult. The club is affiliated with our national governing body, Gymnastics Australia, and also the Australian All Star Cheerleading Federation (AASCF). PLCC is a professionally run club, operating through the support of a Committee of Management, Head Coach and an Administrative team in a recently renovated facility with brand new equipment.

At PLCC, we thrive off the connectedness of the community. We are fortunate that we are able to nurture our athletes in a friendly, safe and diverse community centre. The club provides opportunities to develop technique in either or all of our offered Gymsports; Gymnastics, Cheerleading and Dance. We are committed to ensuring our athletes achieve their goals through a consistent and supportive training environment. The club provides great flexibility in terms of training commitments, to allow our athletes the opportunity to explore multiple sporting programs in one location.

OUR MISSION, VISION AND VALUES

Mission: Play – Learn – Connect - Create

Vision: to be a leader in building a dynamic, diverse and inclusive community where every person has the opportunity to achieve their potential

Values: Dynamic – Embrace and drive change

Progressive – Be adventurous, creative and open-minded

Relevant – Facilitate the delivery of programs that meet local need and encourage community participation

Engaged – Build positive, open and honest relationships with communication

Inclusive – Respect people, value diversity and are committed to equality

WELCOME TO PLCC

WELCOME TO PLCC

MEET THE TEAM

Daria Corrigan Head Coach

Lauren Howlett

Julia Alfonso

Katie Edgar

Emma Robinson

Rebecca Rimmer

Charlotte Baker

Natasha Robertson

Roma Sterrey

Selina McCarton

The PLCC coaching team includes professionals who are appropriately qualified with their relevant Gymsport body. They are equipped with immense knowledge in their disciplines through years of educative processes and industry experience. Each coach brings a passion to their classes and love for the community spirit.

Our coaches are guided by our Head Coach who ensures all classes are providing a consistent, educational and engaging experience for our athletes.

All staff hold a current Working with Children Check and are trained extensively in child safety and development. Detailed staff bios can be found in the centre.

Centre Staff Administrative Team

PLCC operates within the walls of the Patterson Lakes Community Centre.

We are conveniently located next to Patterson Lakes Primary School, Coles and across the road from Woolworths. All of our programs are run from the one location.

Our facilities features include:

• A freshly renovated large hall with high ceilings • A spectacular dance hall with sprung flooring • A purpose built studio room with its own kitchen and toilets attached • A superb merchandise nook • A large state of the art kitchen • Climate control • Separate male and female bathrooms • Portable televisions and projectors for educational purposes • Designated props and costumes storage areas • Spacious foyer area with complimentary tea and coffee for the community • Ample off-street parking

FACILITIES

PROGRAMS

GYMNASTICS PROGRAMS GSLP Recreational Gymnastics

Pre Squad Development

Gymstar (Semi-Competitive)

Tumble

Ninja Academy

CHEERLEADING PROGRAMS Recreational Cheerleading

DANCE PROGRAMS Recreational Pom

Recreational Hip Hop

Recreational Ballet

Recreational Lyrical

Beginner Technique

Intermediate Technique

Advanced Technique

DANCE PROGRAMS Competitive Pom

Competitive Hip Hop

Competitive Lyrical

Competitive Jazz

Competitive Duos

KINDER PROGRAMS Kinder Ballet

Dance & Play

PLCC encourages families to enjoy and explore a variety of our programs on offer. We understand that athletes can have multiple interests so our classes have been designed with multiple programs in mind. Our programs are always growing with new streams consistently explored to address our community’s needs. Currently we are offering:

GYMNASTICS

GymSkills Levels Program (GSLP) – Recreational Gymnastics

PLCC has a unique recreational gymnastics program that was developed in 2017 by our Head Coach. The program is designed for children aged 5 to 18 years. The GSLP is a progressive level based program designed to advance children of all ages and abilities, in a fun, supportive and rewarding environment. These classes run for 1 hour on most nights of the week.

As there are multiple GSLP classes running at the same time, gymnasts will be placed into groups based off a combination of their ability level and age.

If a child appears to be more advanced, they will be offered a position in an advanced GSLP class or invited to join our competitive Gymstar program. This can occur at any point throughout the year.

Gymstar – Competitive Gymnastics

Our Pre Squad Development Program is designed for our younger athletes who show a level of increased skill development, strength and flexibility. It is also for athletes who show great determination and willingness to advance their personal development. This a transition program to both mentally and physically prepare these athletes to compete in the future. It is a stepping stone into our Gymstar Competitive program.

Note: This class is an invitation only program

Tumble Classes

Ninja Academy

Pre Squad Development Program – Non Competitive Gymnastics

The Gymstar program is a semi competitive program designed for Gymnasts who train limited hours, and prefer a fun and friendly competition environment. Our Gymstar program is performance based by selection only. Selection is undertaken by the Head Coach in collaboration with the Gymstar coaching staff. Gymnasts will be allocated to a class through the assessment of skill and not age. Athletes in this program will compete in three external competitions and one internal competition each year.

Note: This class is an invitation only program

Ninja Academy is program that has been designed for male athletes. It is a combination of Gymnastics fundamentals infused with elements of Parkour and Martial Arts. Within these classes, athletes will have the opportunity to jump, run, climb and develop strength.

Tumble classes train on floor and vaulting apparatus working through beginner to advanced level tumbling skills. These skills include handstands, cartwheels, walkovers, rolls, handsprings and saltos.

CHEERLEADING

Cheerleading

PLCC introduced a new Cheerleading program in 2017 due to the growing interest surrounding this emerging sport. Cheerleading is a dynamic sport that embodies elements of gymnastics, dance, tumbling and acrobatic stunts. Our Cheerleaders work through their stunting and tumbling throughout the year in preparation for their final end-of-year routine performance or competitions.

Our recreational Cheerleading classes invite athletes of all ages and abilities to train together in a fun and inclusive team environment. These classes are designed to help our athletes get fit and make new friends.

The competitive world of Cheerleading divides teams into levels based upon age and abilities. Athletes within this program are expected to fulfil their commitment requirements and train consistently.

DANCE

Lyrical / Contemporary

Hip Hop

Jazz

Technique

Pom (Cheer Dance)

Within this style of dance, Pom poms must be used for 80% of a routine. These routines are choreographed using clean and sharp motions to create strong and aesthetically pleasing visual effects. Dance technical elements are also included within this dance style, such as jumps, turns, lifts and acrobatic tricks.

Hip Hop is a fun, high energy street dance style. Choreography focuses on body isolations, rhythm and musical interpretation. A hip hop routine will usually include either group or individual tricks with an emphasis on execution.

Lyrical routines are choreographed to compliment the lyric and rhythmic value of a piece of music. The movements are expressive, focussing on body placement, uniformity, communication and technical skills.

PLCC have created a Technique Dance Program that is divided into Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced levels. This class works on technical dance skills and tricks that overflow across all dance styles. These skills include jumps, turns, lifts and acrobatic tumbling tricks.

A jazz routine is dependent on execution, style and highly energetic choreography. They incorporate stylised dance movements with jumps, turns and group work.

Note: PLCC currently combine our Jazz classes into our Pom classes.

• Athletes must participate in their correct age divisions, unless invited to participate in an older age group by the head coach.

• All athletes must participate in the end of year showcase. • All competitive classes are compulsory and athletes must maintain a 90% attendance rate in order to participate in a

competitive program. Failure to meet these expectations may result in withdrawal from a team.

PLCC TEAM POLICIES

COMPETITIVE TEAMS PLCC offer competitive programs alongside our recreational programs for dedicated and enthusiastic athletes. These programs allow our athletes to compete externally at events across Victoria and interstate.

To join one of our very popular competitive programs, please email our Head Coach at headcoach@patlakescc.net.au

Competition fees must be paid by Monday 16 April with Term 2 Fees

Competitive Cheer / Dance Fees

(excluding Nationals)

$155 single payment

*Please note: additional charges may apply for additional routines, duos, solos etc. These Duos/Solos

must be preapproved by the Head Coach.

Competitive Gymnastics Fees (Gymstar)

$155 single payment

*FusionFX will incur an additional $30. An entry form will be required to be submitted

to the office with the entry cost.

The competition calendars are released early 2018. Our competition fees cover each athlete for two competitions and to cover the costs of our coaches attending the events. Athletes in our competitive teams are expected to attend all scheduled competitions as they are members of teams. Competition fees are non-refundable.

Note: Nationals is organised separately through our PFC.

ENROLMENT

2018 Enrolment Fee

• Gymnastics Enrolment Fee: $70

• Dance Enrolment Fee: $70

• Cheerleading Enrolment Fee: $70

2018 Multi Program Enrolment Fees

• Gymnastics, Dance & Cheer: $120

• Gymnastics & Dance: $100

• Gymnastics & Cheerleading: $100

• Dance & Cheer: $90

PLCC accepts new enrolments into our recreational programs all year round. Please be mindful though, that our

recreational classes are very popular and fill up fast at the beginning of each term. Where possible, we will add

classes according to our growing waiting lists. Upon enrolment, your first trial class is FREE.

Existing PLCC athletes are expected to re-enrol for the following year by the end of Term 4 to guarantee their

place for the following year. Athlete enrolments will then be rolled over each term.

An annual club enrolment fee applies to all programs, with multi program discounts available, that covers

administration set up, insurance, music insurances, music purchase, and reserves an athlete’s place within classes

at PLCC. This fee is non-refundable and must be paid prior to the athlete’s first class for the year.

Enrolment is made online through the club’s jack rabbit portal.

CLUB EVENTS

GYMNASTICS CLUB CHAMPIONSHIPS

CHOREOGRAPHY TALENT SHOW

AWARDS NIGHT

ANNUAL SHOWCASE

PLCC offers a variety of internal club events throughout the year that amplify our sense of community. These events provide us the opportunity to showcase our club spirit and foster athlete friendships and positive memories.

We are proud to receive support from our members / friends and families of the PLCC community who form our Parents and Friends Committee (PFC).

PLCC hosts an annual in-house friendly competition for all of our gymnastics athletes. The focus of this event is participation with all competitors being awarded a participation certificate. Ribbons are also awarded for individual scores on every apparatus. This is a great opportunity for athletes to show off what they have been learning in classes to friends and family.

The club hosts an annual Awards Night at the Patterson Lakes Community Centre. This is a ticketed event with finger food and drink provided on the night. The purpose of this event is to celebrate the success of each year. All perpetual trophies and class certificates will be presented at this event. Attendance is not compulsory but highly recommended in case the athlete receives an award.

Our Dress Rehearsal & Photo Day is compulsory for all PLCC athletes. The purpose of this event is to ensure that all athletes are prepared for the showcase and are confident with their routines. This is a CLOSED REHEARSAL for athletes only. PLCC secures a professional photographer for this event to capture elegant photos of our athletes that are available for purchase.

DRESS REHEARSAL & PHOTO DAY

The PLCC Choreography Talent Show is open to athletes in any of the club’s programs (Gymnastics, Cheerleading and Dance). This event allows our athletes to create their own routines either on their own, in a duo/trio or a small group. Routines can be Gymnastics, Cheer or any dance style. The highest scoring routines for each category are then invited to perform their routine in the end of year Showcase.

At PLCC, we are proud to host a large Annual Showcase to display all of our club’s programs. This event is performed on a theatre stage with costumes that are hired from the club. Each class will learn group floor routines and perform them on stage in front of friends, family and the PLCC community.

PARENTS & FRIENDS COMMITTEE (PFC)

PLCC is honoured to commence a new Parents & Friends Committee in 2018. This will act as a subcommittee who will report to the centre’s committee. They represent the interests of the PLCC Gymnastics Cheer and Dance club. The purpose of this committee is to support the club through assisting with planning, implementing and reflecting on club activities and events. The PFC are a valuable support system to the club and are fundamental to creating a strong sense of community.

Community members will be invited to join the PFC based on their demonstration of excellent club and community spirit.

What does the PFC do?

• Support the Head Coach

• Organised club events to promote community spirit

• Assist in the operations of club events and activities

• Fundraise to improve facilities and provide athlete opportunities

• Facilitate communication and community spirit with PLCC parents, athletes and families

• Ensure all PLCC community members are having a positive experience being involved with the club

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• PLCC Leggings • PLCC Singlet • PLCC Spirit Jersey L/S top • PLCC Zip Jacket • PLCC Leotards (Selection available in Pro Shop)

• PLCC Pom / Cheer Uniform ($150) • Bow (included in enrolment fee) • White Cheer shoes (recreational athletes can wear any white runners) • Tan Split Sole Jazz Shoes (Pom only)

CLUB UNIFORM Club Training Uniform

Pom / Cheer Competition Uniform

Any uniform purchased from the PLCC Pro Shop can be worn in any Gymnastics, Cheer or Dance class. Training uniform orders can be taken through the PLCC office and can take approximately six weeks to receive if not in stock.

Athletes who compete in the Gymstar Gymnastics program are able to wear ANY club leotard purchased from the Pro Shop. Senior level gymnasts are welcome to wear leggings or black shorts over their leotards. It is highly recommended for all competitive athletes to purchase either a club jacket or the spirit jersey l/s top to wear to and from competitions.

Hip Hop athletes are free to wear any clothing as long as it is appropriate for them to move around and go upside down in. Black sneakers MUST be worn for all Hip Hop classes.

Club Uniform:

• Black leotard (any style or cut) • Black shorts • Black crop top (optional) • Black knee pads (Reliance brand preferred) • Half ballet flat (pink)

• Black leotard (any style or cut) • Black headband (optional) • Black ballet skirt • Black winter crossover (optional for cooler months) • Theatrical pink ballet tights • Light pink ballet flats

• Wide strap light pink leotard • Light pink headband (optional) • Light pink wrap ballet skirt • Light pink winter crossover (optional for cooler months) • Light pink ballet flats

DANCE UNIFORM

Lyrical / Contemporary

Kinder Ballet

After School Ballet

MAY

• Gymnastics Club Championships

JUNE

• PLCC Talent Show Choreography Contest

OCTOBER

• Dress Rehearsal & Photo Day

NOVEMBER

• Annual Showcase

DECEMBER

• Awards Night • Party Week

*All dates are subject to change and confirmation. Term newsletters provide updates throughout the year.

Term 1 (8 weeks) Monday 5 February – Thursday 29 March

*Public Holidays include: Labour Day (Monday 12 March)

NO CLASSES: Monday 12 March

Term 2 (11 weeks) Monday 16 April – Thursday 28 June

*Public Holidays include: Anzac Day Wednesday 25 April Queen’s Birthday Monday 11 June NO CLASSES: Wednesday 25 April & Monday 11 June

Term 3 (10 weeks)

Monday 16 July – Thursday 20 September

No public holidays this term

Term 4 (10 weeks)

Monday 8 October – Thursday 13 December

*Public Holidays include: Melbourne Cup Tuesday 6 November

NO CLASSES: Monday 5 November & Tuesday 6 November

TERM DATES

IMPORTANT DATES

GENERAL POLICIES

At PLCC, our classes are designed to provide a positive experience for all of our athletes. We rely on respect from our athletes with the support of all family, friends and community members. No classes should be interrupted as a coach’s attention must be focused on the athletes and the class in session. Communication between the PLCC coaching staff and parents is not permitted as all queries should be made to the Head Coach or administrative team. Communication should be via email, where the appropriate person will respond at their earliest convenience, or a face-to-face meeting can be booked in advanced. When an athlete will be late or absent to a class, please ensure that parents have contacted their coach or a PLCC staff member in advance. We remind all parents to ensure both they and their child are not comparing themselves to other athletes, and instead are focusing on their own development. Parents must not make negative comments about our club, coaches, other parents, studio processes or other athletes at any time. The club has feedback forms available to voice any concerns and the head coach is available for discussion. Within the walls of PLCC, we are striving for the same goal, to provide a happy, safe and engaging experience for all.

PLCC COACHES CODE OF ETHICS

Coaches must ensure they provide all students with the opportunity to develop as athletes in a positive and safe environment. They will execute respectful language when coaching and give feedback to athletes without prejudice. Coaches will arrive to all classes prepared and be at least fifteen minutes early. They will respect the rights and privacy of all students, community members and PLCC staff.

PLCC ATHLETE CODE OF BEHAVIOURS

Athletes must be respectful of their coaches and the PLCC community. They must respect the rights and privacy of all students, community members and PLCC staff. Athletes are expected to attend all classes on time and be ready to train. Any competitive athletes are required to represent PLCC with respect and be humble at external events. All athletes should encourage each other and support their fellow athletes to ensure everyone feels welcome, safe and a part of the PLCC community. We do not tolerate any form of bullying by students, families, staff or community members.

COMMUNICATION

Please ensure all email addresses are valid as all communication is sent via email with copies printed to our notice boards. It is the responsibility of our families to ensure they have read and understood all information.

ADMINISTRATION

The PLCC administrative staff work to provide efficient administration support to all club members and families. The club fees are clearly stated at fair and reasonable costs. Please note that athletes will not be able to participate in classes when unaccounted outstanding fees are present. All fees MUST be paid prior to the first week of each term.

PLCC POLICIES

*ph = A public holiday occurs where classes aren’t running

All costs in pricing table include GST.

CLASS LENGTH TERM 1 TERM 2 TERM 3 TERM 4

Thursday Cheerleading 1 hour $124 $170.50 $155 $155

Monday Tumble Class Thursday Tumble Class

1 hour 1 hour

$63 (ph) $72

$90 (ph) $99

$90 $90

$81 (ph) $90

Tuesday Ninja Academy 1 hour $116 $159.50 $145 $130.50 (ph)

Monday Recreational Gymnastics (GSLP) Tuesday Recreational Gymnastics (GSLP) Thursday Recreational Gymnastics (GSLP)

1 hour 1 hour 1 hour

$101.50 (ph) $116 $116

$145 (ph) $159.50 $159.50

$145 $145 $145

$130.50 (ph) $130.50 (ph)

$145

Monday Competitive Gymnastics (GYMSTAR) Tuesday Competitive Gymnastics (GYMSTAR) Thursday Competitive Gymnastics (GYMSTAR)

2 hours 2 hours 2 hours

$217 (ph) $248 $248

$310 (ph) $341 $341

$310 $310 $310

$279 (ph) $279 (ph)

$310

CLASS LENGTH TERM 1 TERM 2 TERM 3 TERM 4

Tuesday Recreational Pom Tuesday Mini Ballet

1 hour 1 hour

$72 $72

$99 $99

$90 $90

$81 (ph) $81 (ph)

Wednesday Recreational Pom Wednesday Youth Novice Pom Wednesday Lyrical / Contemporary Wednesday Youth Elite Pom Wednesday Senior Pom Wednesday Youth Technique Wednesday Senior Technique

1 hour 1 hour 1 hour 1 hour 1 hour 1 hour 1 hour

$72 $72 $72 $72 $72 $72 $72

$90 (ph) $90 (ph) $90 (ph) $90 (ph) $90 (ph) $90 (ph) $90 (ph)

$90 $90 $90 $90 $90 $90 $90

$90 $90 $90 $90 $90 $90 $90

CLASS LENGTH TERM 1 TERM 2 TERM 3 TERM 4

Friday KinderBallet 45 minutes $64 $88 $80 $80

Monday Dance & Play 1.5 hours $63 (ph) $90 (ph) $90 $81 (ph)

FEE STRUCTURE

GYMNASTICS & CHEERLEADING FEES

DANCE FEES

KINDER FEES

Any payments that are not made by the Fee Due Date will result in the athlete being dropped from their class. These positions will then become available for interested athletes on our waiting lists.

Please note: the cheapest class will be discounted

Club event fees (Club championships, Awards Night, Showcase etc.) will be charged to families when event entries are released. These are likely to occur between Term 2 and Term 4.

Payments must be made online through the club’s jack rabbit portal.

NO payments will be accepted through the administration desk.

Term 1 Invoice Date Fee Due Date

Monday 22 January Monday 5 February

Term 2 Invoice Date Fee Due Date

Monday 26 March Monday 16 April

Term 3 Invoice Date Fee Due Date

Monday 25 June Monday 16 July

Term 4 Invoice Date Fee Due Date

Monday 17 September Monday 8 October

Class 1, 2 & 3 No discount applies

Class 4 5% discount applies

Class 5 20% discount applies

FEE STRUCTURE

2018 FEE DUE DATES

PAYMENT METHODS

CLUB EVENT FEES

MULTIPLE CLASS DISCOUNTS

PLCC GYMNASTICS CHEER AND DANCE

Daria Corrigan

Head Coach

Phone: 9772 8588

Email: gymnastics@patlakescc.net.au

Venue: Patterson Lakes Community Centre (54 – 70 Thompson Road, Patterson Lakes 3197)

www.patlakescc.net.au

Instagram.com/plccgymnastics