Zippy’s Parties

Party for 18 children costs £150. Party for 25 children cost £175.

We provide customised Party invitations. Our Parties last 2 hours during which you have

exclusive use of the gym, all equipment, parachute games and lots of other party

games.

All you need to bring is the food and the children!

Have a unique party your children and their friends will love.

HAND BOOK2011 – 2012

Phone 0141 237 4248 or 633 2421 Email: zippytotz@aol.com

www.zippysgymnasticsacademy.com

Unit 4BBurnfield Ave, Thornliebank

G46 7TL

CONTENTS

1. WELCOME TO THE CLUB

2. PRE- SCHOOL PROGRAMME

3. RECREATIONAL PROGRAMME

4. SQUAD PROGRAMME

5. CLUB FEES & MAKE UP POLICY

6/7. CLUB RULES

8. CLUB CLASSES TIMETABLE

9. CLUB YEARLY PLANNER

10. PARTY PACKAGES

CLUB YEAR PLANNER

TERM 1 WEDNESDAY 17TH AUGUST 2011 – RECREATIONAL AND PRE-SCHOOL CLASSES COMMENCE.

SEPTEMBER WEEKEND FRIDAY 23RD & MONDAY 26 SEPTEMBER – NORMAL CLASSES.

OCTOBER WEEK- 17TH – 21ST OCTOBER CAMP PROGRAMME.

DECEMBER SUNDAY 4TH- INTER- CLUB COMPETITION.

FRIDAY DECEMBER 23RD CLUB CLOSES AT 8PM FOR CHRISTMAS HOLIDAYS.

TERM 2

WEDNESDAY 4TH JANUARY 2012 CLUB RE-OPENS.

FEBRUARY MID TERM- CLASSES AS NORMAL.

GOOD FRIDAY – 6TH APRIL 2012 CLUB CLOSED.EASTER MONDAY – 9TH APRIL 2012 CLUB CLOSED.

EASTER HOLIDAY- 2-5H & 10-13TH APRIL CAMP PROGRAMME.

TERM 3MONDAY 16TH APRIL 2012 NORMAL CLASSES RECOMMENCE.

28TH- 29TH APRIL 2012 – ANNUAL PRE-SCHOOL AND RECREATIONAL DISPLAY.

FRIDAY 4TH MAY (MAY DAY) – NORMAL CLASSES.

FRIDAY 1ST JUNE , MONDAY 4TH JUNE & TUESDAY 5TH JUNE – NORMAL CLASSES.

WEDNESDAY 27TH JUNE 2012- NORMAL CLASSES END & SUMMER CAMP PROGRAMME COMMENCES.

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Zippy’s Gymnastics Academy welcomes children of all ages to participate in a

gymnastics programme based on activities & fun. All activities are set in a safe environment

with qualified coaches.

Zippy’s Academy offers a wide range of gymnastic programmes from baby gymnastics,

girls gymnastics, boys gymnastics, intermediate squad groups and Acro-gymnastics.

The sessions are designed to help children develop self - esteem, confidence, co-

ordination, self discipline, body awareness and  flexibility.

All our equipment is of the highest quality and of Olympic standard.

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09:30-10:15am Age 1-3

10:15-11:00am Age 1-3

110:00-11:45am Age 3-5

13:00-13:45pm Age 3-5

13:45-14:30 Age 3-5

09:30-10:15am Age 3-5

10:15-11:00am Age 1-3

110:00-11:45am Age 3-5

13:00-13:45pm Age 3-5

09:30-10:15am Age 3-5

10:15-11:00am Age 1-3

110:00-11:45am Age 3-5

13:00-13:45pm Age 3-5

13:45-14:30 Age 3-5

09:30-10:15am Age 1-3

10:15-11:00am Age 1-3

110:00-11:45am Age 3-5

09:30-10:15am Age 1-3

10:15-11:00am Age 1-3

110:00-11:45am Age 3-5

13:00-13:45pm Age 3-5

09:30-10:15am Age 3-5

10:15-11:00am Age 3-5

110:00-11:45am Age 1-3

13:00-13:45pm Age 3-5

13:45-14:30 Age 3-5

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4-5 pm Girls beginners

5-6pm Girls beginner +

6-7pm Girls Intermediate

7-8pm Girls Intermediate

4-5:30 pm Mini squad

4-5 pm Girls beginners

5-6pm Girls beginner +

6-7pm Girls Intermediate

7-8pm Girls advanced

4-5 pm Boys beginners

5-6pm Boys beginner +

6-8pm Boys Intermediate

4:30-6:30pm Squad boys

4-5 pm Girls beginners

5-6pm Girls beginner +

6-7pm Acro Gymnastics

7-8:0pm Acro Gymnastics

4-5 pm Girls beginners

5-6pm Girls beginner +

6-7pm Girls Intermediate

4:30-6:30pm Squad boys

6:30-8:30pm Squad girls

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

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All long hair must be neatly tied back.

Gymnasts

Gymnasts must be on time for the warm up.

No jewellery or facial piercings allowed, No studs in the ears. If children must wear these, as they have just had them recently pierced, you MUST put tape over them.

Have a good time!

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Pre - school / Toddlers Programme

Our unique programme focuses on the all-round development of the child in a structured, fun and safe way. Physical activity is mixed with role play, games, drama, music, rhymes, and story telling, incorporating aspects of the Pre-School Curriculum to encourage the child's physical, intellectual, emotional, social and communication skills.

Fun for baby – 8 weeks to walkingClasses for babies in the age group – 8 weeks to walking, these are classes of 30 minutes. These are led by qualified coaches. As well as providing a great socialising and bonding opportunity between parent and baby the sessions also focus on the all-round development of the child through fun activities including baby sensory development, baby yoga and baby massage.

Zippy’s Tiny Totz 1-2 Year OldFor our toddler members. These classes are designed for toddlers giving them their first taste of physical activities supported by parents/carers. Improves bonding between child and parents through exercise and play. Classes last 45 minutes.

Zippy’s Totz 2-3 Years OldChildren and parents experience physical, mental, emotional and social development. The children are encouraged to crawl, jump, climb, roll, slide and balance. The classes are also a great way to introduce children to patience, sharing and taking turns whilst having fun.

Zippy’s Super heroes 3-5 Years Old Children participate on their own and the classes focus on the child's new found sense of independence and introduces age appropriate physical challenges. The children progress in basic movement skills, gymnastic skills, ball handling, agility, hand-eye co-ordination and self discipline.

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Recreational Programme

The Girls Gymnastics Club

At Zippy’s we have recreational classes four days a week for girls covering a range of ages and abilities. Recreational classes are fun, stimulating and challenging. Classes last an hour and provide a good basis for other sporting activities by increasing fitness, strength and coordination as well as having fun. Basic skills are taught and the children work towards the Scottish Gymnastics Association badges. The girls use lots of apparatus including the air track, vault, bar and full height beam.

The Boys Gymnastics Club Boys from the age of 5 and upwards. The classes cater for a wide range of abilities and provide a good basis for other sporting activities by increasing fitness, strength and coordination as well as having fun. Basic skills are taught and the children work towards the Scottish Gymnastics Association Badges. The boys use lots of apparatus including the air track, vault, rings and mushroom.

Acro gymnastics (New) Acro is performed by girls and boys in pairs, trios and groups. This type of gymnastics encourages teamwork and develops both the physical attributes of strength, flexibility and agility as well as performing basic skills with good technique. They also have an opportunity to participate in beginner competitions. From August 2011 these classes will run on Wednesday evenings between 6-7 pm and 7-8pm. Additional Sunday classes may be opened later in the year.

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CLUB RULES

All fees must be paid on time. Failure to pay fees may result in the loss of the child’s space in a class.

Please ensure your child arrives at the gym on time for the warm up.

All children MUST be collected by a parent/carer/responsible adult at the end of the class.

No child will be permitted to enter the car park without a parent/carer. This is to ensure the safety of all children.

Parents of school age children are not permitted in the changing room areaor gym. If you require to speak with a coach please contact the reception staff.

School age children should bring drinking water. No juice please.

No food allowed in the gym. Children must not eat or chew during thetraining sessions.

No footwear allowed on the mats or apparatus.

Children MUST listen to coaches and be aware of the movement of other gymnasts.

No climbing on apparatus until instructed to do so by a coach.

Children must inform their coach before leaving the gym.

Parents

Parents must make the coach aware of any injuries or illness a child may besuffering from. This must be done before the gymnast commences the warm up.

All children must wear appropriate clothing. Club Leotards are available for girls and boys.

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Girls Squad 2 hours a weekGirls with potential are chosen to attend the squad. The children acquire wider technical skills through progressions as well as a conditioning programme which helps develop core strength. They also have the opportunity to participate in beginners competitions.

Boys Squad 2-4 hours a weekBoys with potential are chosen to attend this section. The boys . The children acquire wider technical skills through progressions as well as a conditioning programme which helps develop core strength. They also have the opportunity to participate in beginners competitions.

Mini - Squad age 5-6 yearsYounger girls with potential coming from our Pre-School to Recreational classes are invited to the “minis”. The one and a half hour session for this group allows the development of a conditioning programme which develops core strength and flexibility in preparation for tackling more advanced technical skills.

Acrobatics squadGirls or Boys with potential are chosen to attend the squad. The children acquire wider technical skills through progressions as well as a conditioning programme which helps develop core strength. They also have the opportunity to participate in competitions.

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CLUB FEES & MAKE UP POLICYFees should be paid on the 1st of each month by standing order, cash or cheque. If you choose to pay by cash or cheque you will pay in blocks of two months and fees are due the week preceding the 1st of the new month. Standing orders stop in June for the Summer. Cash and Cheque payments that are overdue may be subject to a late fee of £5 charged at the Club’s discretion.

Late enrolments - students may register at any time if a space is available.

Classes must be paid in advance at the beginning of each month. If a child is absent for more than 2 weeks and hasn’t paid fees, his/her name will be removed from the list and the place will be given to next person on the waiting list.

Trial classes cost £5 Pre-school / £6.00 Recreational and should be paid at the beginning of the class.

Make up policy. We are open throughout the year including many school holidays (please refer to Club Yearly Planner pg. for up to date information relating to specific school holidays). We offer make up classes for those who miss their regular class. Please call ahead of time before attending.

Fees STANDING ORDER – DUE ON THE 1ST OF EACH MONTHPre-School Fees: £19.50 paid over 10 months (Sept- June)Recreational Fees: £23.40 paid over 10 months (Sept- June)The above fees take account of the October, Christmas and Easter School holidays. Please remember to cancel/suspend your standing order in June.

CASH / CHEQUE – DUE IN BLOCKS OF TWO MONTHS PAYABLE IN THE WEEK PRECEDING THE MONTH IN WHICH BLOCK COMMENCESPre- School Fees: £22 per calendar monthRecreational Fees: £25 per calendar monthAdjustments will be made at the time of payment for October, Christmas and Easter School Holiday

Girls Squad 2 hours a week - £42 per calendar month. (s/o £40)Boys Squad 2-4 hours a week- £42 or £55 per calendar month.(s/o £40 or £53)Mini - Squad age 5-6 years- £32 per calendar month. (s/o £30)

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