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Gymnastics Victoria Event Handbook

Published by Gymnastics Victoria, 2016

Enquiries should be directed to:

Chief Executive Officer, Gymnastics Victoria

c/o p o Box 350, Prahran, VIC. 3181. Telephone: 03 9005 4700 Fax: 03 9214 6024 Email: [email protected] Website: www.gymnasticsvictoria.org.au

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Event Handbook Purpose Statement ............................................................................................. 2 Disclaimer ...................................................................................................................................... 2 Member Feedback ......................................................................................................................... 2 Contact Details ............................................................................................................................... 2 List of Abbreviations ...................................................................................................................... 3 1. Events ..................................................................................................................................... 4

1.1 Event Entry Policy 4

1.2 Events Hierarchy 6

1.3 Awards 6

1.4 Medical Coverage 7

1.5 Event Specific Information 7

1.6 GV Events – General Information 9

1.7 Competition Etiquette 9

1.8 Hosting or Co-Presenting a GV Event 11

2. Men’s Artistic Gymnastics ..................................................................................................... 12 3. Women’s Artistic Gymnastics ................................................................................................ 15 4. Rhythmic Gymnastics ............................................................................................................ 18 5. Trampoline Gymnastics ......................................................................................................... 32 6. Aerobic Gymnastics ............................................................................................................... 34 7. Acrobatic Gymnastics ............................................................................................................ 37

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Event Handbook Purpose Statement The purpose of this document is to provide Gymnastics Victoria (GV) Members with the rules and regulations applied to participation in all Gymnastics Victoria Tier 1 and 2 competitions. The Event Handbook is also available online at www.gymnasticsvictoria.org.au This booklet version is available to all Clubs and technical members and is correct as at January 2016. For any updates please visit the Gymnastics Victoria website for the latest information. All of the staff at Gymnastics Victoria are here to assist you. If you require anything at all please contact our office on 9005 4700

Disclaimer The information published in the following section shall remain in force for the current year to December 31 and is correct at time of printing. Information contained herein is discipline specific, and as such should be read in conjunction with and as part of the following documents (where applicable):

Statutes

National Program Manuals/Technical Regulations

Code of Points

The Constitution of Gymnastics Victoria

The Gymnastics Victoria Yearbook

The GV website The regulations are based on the Gymnastics Australia Rules. Should a situation arise that is not covered by any of the above documentation, then the GA Technical Regulations will apply.

Member Feedback GV encourages and values feedback from its members to assist in the ongoing improvement of the organisation. Constructive feedback specific to this manual should be addressed to GV and submitted in writing to the email address listed below.

Contact Details Gymnastics Victoria P: (03) 9005 4700 F: (03) 9214 6024 E: [email protected] W: www.gymnasticsvictoria.org.au Address: 138 High Street Prahran, VIC 3181 Postal Address: P O Box 350, Prahran, VIC 3181


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List of Abbreviations

ACR Acrobatic Gymnastics AER Aerobic Gymnastics ALP Australian Levels Program CoP Code of Points CHL Cheerleading DMT Double Mini Tramp FIG Federation Internationale de Gymnastique GfA Gymnastics for All GA Gymnastics Australia GV Gymnastics Victoria IS International Stream ISAG International Stream Advisory Group (WAG) ISG InterSchool Gymnastics KG Kindergym LAT Level Award Test MAG Men’s Artistic Gymnastics MJA MAG Judges Association MIG Managing Inclusion in Gymnastics MRC Managing Risks of Coaching NCE National Centre of Excellence RG Rhythmic Gymnastics TC Technical Committee TD Technical Director TRP Trampoline Gymnastics WAG Women's Artistic Gymnastics

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1. Events The Gymnastics Victoria Events Department is responsible for the management of events governed by Gymnastics Victoria. The Events Department is accountable to the Chief Executive Officer and is guided by each Technical Committee concerning sport specific technical requirements.

1.1 Event Entry Policy The following guidelines apply to all Gymnastics Victoria events. GV is responsible for publishing the following information prior to an event:

Event dates

Event closing dates

Event entry fees

Event venues

Event entry forms

1.1.1 Entry Deadlines Entries must be received by GV on or before the advertised closing date. This is the Wednesday 4½ weeks prior to the event unless otherwise stated. Late entries will be accepted at the discretion of GV if the late entry fee is paid and if there is room in the event.

1.1.2 Entry Forms Clubs and schools are required to submit their entries on the correct GV entry forms. Clubs and schools are required to submit their entries with a completed and signed entry cover sheet. All details provided must be accurate and complete. All handwritten entries must be in legible BLOCK letters. Typed entry forms are preferred.

1.1.3 Payment, Administration and Late Levies Payment can be made via Credit Card, Cheque, Cash or Direct Debit and must accompany all entries and be received by GV prior to close of business on the advertised closing date. Entries will be considered late if full payment is not received by GV prior to close of business on the advertised closing date. Clubs and schools will be charged a late entry levy of 50% of the entry fee, per late entry. Failure to pay late entry and administration levies will result in withdrawal from the event.

1.1.4 Eligibility to Compete Athletes may only compete in a GV event if:

They are registered prior to entry.*

They are accompanied by a currently registered coach.

They are 5 years old as of January 1, in the year of the event.

They are registered at the appropriate Level prior to entry.

* Exception is for events that are open to non-members

1.1.5 Transfers All transfers must be finalised prior to the advertised closing date. Information is available on the GV Website under Member Services/GV Affiliation & Registration/Gymnast Registration.

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1.1.6 Withdrawals If an athlete is unable to compete due to injury/illness Member Clubs may apply for a refund of the entry fee, less a 25% administration fee. If an athlete is unable to compete due to a National Team assignment, member clubs may apply for a refund of the entry fee, less a 25% administration fee. Member clubs wishing to apply for a refund are required to complete and submit a withdrawal form. Withdrawal forms received by GV after the advertised closing date will be processed only if accompanied by a medical certificate. Withdrawal forms will not be processed after 5 working days past the event date. All refunds will be provided to the club in the form of a credit note. Withdrawal Forms received before the advertised closing date will receive a full refund in the form of a credit note. 1.1.6.1 Withdrawals Special Consideration

Sports which have a small group or pair system will adhere to the above guidelines. However, when an athlete is forced to withdraw from an event due to illness or injury all members of the group will be eligible for the 75% refund. Substitutes in some sports are permitted. See specific Sport section.

1.1.7 Victorian Championships Athletes may enter Victorian Championships in as many disciplines for which they are eligible, however, they may only enter one* Victorian Championships per year in any one discipline. For WAG this includes State Pennant.

RG athletes may compete in both an Individual Championships and Group Championships.

WAG athletes may compete in both an Individual Championships and Team Championships.

1.1.8 Judges For some Gymsports a club must provide a judge to enter the event. This will be outlined on the appropriate entry form. When nominating a judge clubs are required to:

Ensure that the judge is appropriately qualified and currently registered for the specific Gymsport.

Ensure the judge is not representing another club for the same competition.

Seek and confirm the judge’s availability and inform them they will be nominated.

Include the most current contact details, including email, on the entry form.

Entries received without this information will be deemed incomplete.

Clubs that are not able to provide a judge are entitled to apply to the relevant TC for a waiver. In this instance a Judging Waiver form must be completed and submitted with the entries.

1.1.9 Event Personnel - Club Volunteers The provision of volunteers is the responsibility of the host club or co-presenting club.

1.1.10 Event Photographer or Videographer GV may employ the services of a photographer or videographer for the purpose of photographing or filming an event. Member clubs that have athletes or coaches who do not wish to be photographed or filmed are required to inform the GV Events Department via the official form no later than two weeks prior to the set event dates and inform staff on the day. For further information see the GV photographic policy on the GV web site under GV/Policies.

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1.2 Events Hierarchy GV has established an events hierarchy to ensure the smooth delivery of all events. GV staff and resources for events will be dependent upon that event’s place in the hierarchy. GV is committed to conducting one State event for every Gymsport and level.

1.2.1 Tier 1A Events

Tier 1A events are considered major events and are co-presented by GV and a Member Club. They are usually a Victorian Championships and are held in a stadium or arena. 1.2.1.1 Example Tier 1A Events

MAG/WAG/TRP Combined Victorian Championship

AER/ACR Combined Victorian Championships

1.2.2 Tier 1B Events

Tier 1B events are co-presented by GV and a Member Club and held in a purpose built gymnastics training facility. 1.2.2.1 Example Tier 1B Events

Primary Inter School Gymnastics

Secondary Inter School Gymnastics

1.2.3 Tier 2 Events

Tier 2 events are delivered and managed by member clubs under the guidance of GV. These events are held in a purpose built gymnastics training facility and are usually qualification or team selection events. 1.2.3.1 Example Tier 2 Events

State Team Trials

State Championship qualifying events

1.2.4 Tier 3A Events

Tier 3A events are member club invitationals that have been ratified with LAT status. These events are managed by Member Clubs with the LAT component administered by GV.

1.2.5 Tier 3B Events

Tier 3B events are member club invitationals that have been ratified by the relevant TC and GV. They are managed entirely by Member Clubs.

1.3 Awards Champion Team pennants will be awarded to all first placed teams.

Perpetual trophies will be awarded as donated and available, and will be granted to the winner for up to 6 months. After this time they will be collected by GV for the purpose of maintenance and re-awarding. Trophies must be returned engraved and in good, clean condition.

Both non-residential and residential awards will be given in any instance where interstate or international competitors have gained a place. The title goes to the first placed Victorian (registered).

In the event where there is a single competitor in any one division, only All Around awards will be presented.

The Acrobatic Gymnastics Club Champion award will be given to the Club with the highest average routine score from those groups which competed all appropriate routines for their level. Ties in the Club Champion award will be broken by means of the highest routine score

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1.3.2 Victorian Championships Tie Breaking Rules Tie breaking rules are gymsport specific. For all gymsports, when an equal place is recognized the subsequent award will be:

e.g. 1st, 1st, 3rd or 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 3rd, 5th etc.

1.4 Medical Coverage GV will supply an appropriately qualified Doctor, Physiotherapist, sports trainer or first aider at all State Team Trials and Victorian Championships which incorporate the highest levels according to the list below. The medical coverage will vary between levels and Gymsports.

SPORT MEDICAL PERSONNEL LEVELS

MAG Doctor/Physiotherapist/Sports Trainer

Level 6 – Senior International

MAG First Aid Levels 1 – 5

WAG Doctor/Physiotherapist/Sports Trainer

NL 6 - 10 IL 7 – Senior International

WAG First Aid NL/IL 1 – 6

RG First Aid All

GFA First Aid All

AER First Aid All

TRP Doctor/Physiotherapist /Sports Trainer

All

ACR Doctor/Physiotherapist/Sports Trainer

Level 4 – Senior International

A first aid kit and contact details of local hospitals and medical clinics will be available at all GV events.

1.5 Event Specific Information 1.5.1 Gym for All (GfA) Events

GfA events are participation based and apply the principles of the 4 ‘F’s: Friendship, Fun, Fundamentals, and Fitness.

1.5.2 State Pennant Events

The philosophy of these events is to introduce young gymnasts to competition in a fun and inclusive atmosphere. The emphasis is on team participation and a positive outcome, rather than individual performances. (Refer to each specific Gymsport on the website).

1.5.3 Level Awards Tests (LAT)

The purpose of these events is to test and recognise the progression of the gymnasts through levels. Each Gymsport has specific rulings regarding technical requirements and pass marks for an LAT. *TRP refers to Level Award Testing (LAT) as National Levels Program (NLP) (Refer to each specific Gymsport section for further information).

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1.5.3.1 Lower Levels Testing Testing for lower levels (as listed below) is conducted internally within the club. Clubs can order badges for the lower levels for registered gymnasts through GV on a needs basis. WAG 1-3 | MAG 0-1 | RG 1-2 | ACR 1-3 |TRP 1-4

1.5.3.2 Upper Levels Testing The following process applies to LAT events for MAG, WAG, RG & ACR: Attaining a Level: Clubs wishing to apply for an LAT must enter a sanctioned LAT event at the

level they hope to attain and pay the advertised entry fee to the host club.

Clubs must apply and pay the GV LAT fee within 12 working days post event on behalf of their gymnast/s who has achieved the minimum pass score.

Level badges for successful applicants will be sent directly to their club post-event.

Member clubs that submit an LAT application after 12 working days post-event will incur an increase of $100 in addition to the standard LAT fee, per athlete.

MAG and WAG athletes competing in the international stream and at a recognised elite training program are not required to LAT.

Hosting an LAT Event: Club Invitational events are sanctioned with LAT status by the relevant TC

and the GV Events Department.

Clubs are not guaranteed LAT status for their event as there may only be a limited number approved per year.

LAT events must be open to all clubs to attend.

The GV Event Entry Policy is applicable to all LAT events.

Competition entries must be sent to the host club NOT GV.

The host club will determine and advertise the set closing date.

The host club is required to submit a complete electronic entry database to GV within 5 working days after the advertised closing date.

The host club is required to liaise with the relevant TC Judging Coordinator to arrange suitable judges for the event.

The host club is required to submit a work order and judges roster to GV within 10 working days after the set closing date.

GV is required to check all athlete registrations and is responsible for identifying any discrepancies prior to the event. All entries are subject to correct registration and may be forfeited if discrepancies cannot be resolved adequately prior to the event.

The host club, in conjunction with a technical member nominated by the relevant TC, is responsible for the approval of all event results

The host club is required to submit a complete set of event results in electronic format to GV within 2 working days after the event (In RG this will be the Judging Coordinator).

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1.5.4 Selection Trials & Qualifiers

The purpose of these events is for athletes to be selected to represent a Victorian Team or to qualify for another event. (Refer to each specific Gymsport section for further information).

1.6 GV Events – General Information 1.6.1 Judges’ Invitational Events

All Judges Invitational events are coordinated by the relevant TCs. Entry forms and payment should go to the appropriate organiser, not GV. (Refer to each specific Gymsport section for further information).

1.6.2 Club Invitational Events

All club invitational events must be sanctioned by the relevant TC and GV. Clubs wishing to host an invitational event are required to apply to GV using the appropriate form. Gymsport specific event application guidelines and key selection criteria are available on the GV website. Key Selection Criteria for all Gymsports are based on the following:

Prior experience

Services to Technical Members

Venue and equipment

Marketing and communications

Event operations All clubs conducting an event at any level must ensure they provide a safe environment and appropriate equipment.

All clubs conducting an event are encouraged to abide by the GV and GA event entry policies.

1.7 Competition Etiquette Competition etiquette is an important factor in the smooth running of any gymnastics event and contributes to the positive public perception of the sport.

It is highly recommended that clubs take new athletes to view an event prior to them being entered into a competition. This will enable them to understanding competition etiquette and will help them gain the confidence to compete. Coaches are responsible for training their athletes in gymnastic etiquette.

Failure to obey official instructions at competitions, displays of poor temperament and unsportsmanlike behaviour, either by words or gesture, should not occur.

The penalty may be a technical deduction or in cases of serious misconduct, disqualification or sanctions.

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1.7.1 Coaches Coaches must dress appropriately in club uniform. Coaches must carry on their person their current Working with Children card. Coaches are responsible for the direct supervision of their athletes at an event. Coaches must abide by both the national Coaches’ Code of Conduct and GV Codes of Conduct.

1.7.2 Movement on and Around the Competition Floor

Athletes’ movement to and from the competition floor and between apparatus is controlled by the Announcer and Floor Managers and shall be carried out in an orderly, quiet manner. Specific sports may vary slightly but the principle of maintaining a well conducted event and caring for the interests of all competitors is the same for all.

Unless actually performing, athletes will remain seated and quiet. Some unobtrusive stretching or low-key activity may be allowed at the discretion of the Event Manager and Head Judge. Athletes who are back stage in a warm up area must ensure the competing athlete is not disturbed.

Once the competition has commenced athletes, coaches and judges are not permitted to leave the Competition Floor or warm up area without the express permission of the Event Manager, Floor Manager or Head Judge. Penalty for non-compliance will be according to the relevant rules and the TC.

1.7.3 Non-attendance

The name of any athlete, who has been entered but is unable to compete, must be given to the Head Scorer or Event Manager prior to the end of general warm up.

1.7.4 Spectator Contact

Athletes, coaches and judges are not permitted to have contact with spectators during a gymnastics competition.

Spectators are not permitted to be on the Competition Floor or Warm Up Area and may be asked to leave the venue if they venture into the competition or warm up area. Additional penalties may apply if parents are in these areas.

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1.8 Hosting or Co-Presenting a GV Event All clubs are encouraged to apply to host or co-present a GV event. Applications must be submitted on the appropriate form to the GV office. The GV Events Department in conjunction with the relevant TC will process all applications.

The GV Events Department will liaise with all successful applicants to compile a Host Club Agreement that outlines venue hire, personnel and catering requirements in addition to the distribution and allocation of event related tasks.

Clubs that are successful in their application are required to:

Complete and sign an event agreement.

Provide the venue for exclusive hire on the set event dates.

Provide suitable and safe equipment for the level of competition.

Provide a suitable sound system.

Provide a suitable scoring system.

Provide suitable and healthy catering.

Provide adequate spectator seating.

Provide adequate spectator hospitality services.

Provide suitable bathroom and change room facilities.

Provide adequate event support staff.

Provide a Venue Manager for the duration of the event.

Provide first aid facilities.

Provide a smoke free environment.

1.8.1 Event Personnel Training Clubs that wish to train their members for event related positions are encouraged to contact the GV Events Department to arrange training.

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2. Men’s Artistic Gymnastics *The Events Handbook should be read in conjunction with the Year Book

2.1 State Trials 2.1.1 Levels

State Team Trial events are the State selection competitions for the following Levels: Men’s AL 2-10 Under and Open, following the Australian Levels Program (ALP). Men’s Senior International, following the International Code of Points (COP).

Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Level 5 Level 6 Level 7 Level 8 Level 9 Level 10 Senior

Int.

Age Divisions

Under 7 as at 1st

Jan Under 11 as at 1st

Jan

Under 8 as at 1st


Jan

Under 9 as at 1st


Jan

Under 10 as at 1st

Jan Open

Under 12 as at 1st

Jan Open

Under 14 as at 1st

Jan Open

Under 15 as at 1st


Jan Open

Open Open

Team Sizes

N/A

2.1.2 Competition Structure

Trial events are 1-day competitions. Trial events will serve as selection/qualification meets for one or more of the following:

Australian National Championships Victorian Championships

See the State team selection criteria for more details of selection for Victorian State teams

There are no limitations on numbers of athletes entering Trial events.

2.1.3 Event Details

State Team Trial 1 (Level 2-8) State Team Trial 1 (Level 9-Senior) State Team Trial 2 (Level 2-8) State Team Trial 2 (Level 9-Senior)

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2.2 Senior Victorian Championships 2.2.1 Levels

The Senior Victorian Championship event is the State competition for the following Levels: Men’s Level 4-10, following the Australian Levels Program (ALP). Men’s Junior and Senior International, following the International Code of Points (COP).


The Senior Victorian Championships is a 1-day competition for Levels 4 – 6 (Competition may be two day event, at Gymnastics Victoria’s discretion, dependant on number of gymnasts that qualify).

The Senior Victorian Championships is a 2-day competition for Levels 7 – Senior International

Athletes will qualify to the event from Trial events.

2.2.3 General There is no requirement for gymnasts to gain their Level Award Test (LAT) prior to entering the Senior Victorian Championships. The Senior Victorian Championships can be used for gymnasts to gain their Level Award Test (LAT).

2.2.4 Division Details

Level 4 Level 5 Level 6 Level 7 Level 8 Level 9 Level 10 Senior Int.

Age Divisions

Under 9 as at 1st Jan



Open Under 12

as at 1st Jan Open


Open



Open

Open Open

Team Sizes

Max 6 with 4 scores to count

Max 5 with 3 scores to count As per FIG

Numbers qualifying

Top 36, based on All Around scores across both trials. Required to

compete at both Trial 1 & 2 All, provided attendance at Trial 1 and Trial 2

2.2.5 Awards

1st All Around Perpetual trophy (where applicable) 1st-3rd All Around Star trophies 4th-6th All Around Ribbons 1st-3rd per Apparatus Victorian Championships medals 4th-6th per Apparatus Ribbons 1st Team Pennant flag 1st-3rd Team Victorian Championships medals All participants Victorian Championships pin

2.2.6 Event Details

Victorian Championships

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2.3 Junior Victorian Championships 2.3.1 Levels

The Junior Victorian Championship event is the State competitions for the following Levels: Men’s Level 1-2, following the Australian Levels Program (ALP).

Level 2 Level 3

Ages Under 7 as at 1st Jan

Under 11 as at 1st Jan Under 8 as at 1st Jan


Team Sizes Max 6 with 4 scores to count

Numbers qualifying All gymnasts qualify to Junior Victorian Championships provided they have

competed at both Trial 1 and Trial 2

2.3.2 Competition Structure Junior Victorian Championships Qualifiers is a 1-day competition.

There is no requirement for gymnasts to gain their Level Award Test (LAT) prior to entering the Junior Victorian Championships. The Junior Victorian Championships can be used for gymnasts to gain their Level Award Test (LAT).

2.3.3 Awards

1st Team Pennant flag 1st-3rd Team Victorian Championships medals 1st All Around Perpetual trophy (where applicable) 1st-3rd All Around State Pennant medals 4th-6th per Apparatus Ribbons 1st-3rd per Apparatus State Pennant medals 4th-6th per Apparatus Ribbons All participants Bounce pin

2.3.4 Event Details Junior Victorian Championships

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3. Women’s Artistic Gymnastics *The Events Handbook should be read in conjunction with the Year Book


Trial events are the State selection competitions for the following Levels: Women’s NL 7-10, following the Australian Levels Program (ALP). Women’s IL 6, following the International Levels Program (ILP). Note that this Level

is not eligible for State Team representation. Women’s IL 7-10, following the International Levels Program (ILP). Women’s Junior and Senior International, following the International Code of

Points (COP).

NL 7 NL 8 NL 9 NL 10 IL 6 IL 7 IL 8 IL 9 IL 10 Junior Int. Senior Int.

Hours Unlimited

Age Divisions

Under 14 14 & over

Under 15 15 & over

Under 16 16 & over

Under 17 17 & over

Max 10 Years

Max 11 Years

Max 12 Years

Max 13 Years

Max 14 Years

Max 15 Years

Min 16 Years

All ages - as at 31st Dec in year of competition

Team Sizes N/A

3.1.2 Competition Structure Trial events are 1-day competitions (except for IL 8 & IL 9, to complete both compulsory and substituted routines). Trial events will serve as selection/qualification meets for one or more of the following:

Australian National Championships (Trial 1 & Trial 2) Victorian Championships (Trial 2 only) Border Challenge (Trial 1 & Trial 2) Trans-Bass (See selection criteria)

See the State team selection criteria for more details of selection for Victorian State teams. There are no limitations on numbers of athletes entering State Team Trial events.

3.1.3 Warm Up

All timings are per athlete unless otherwise indicated

Prior to competition During competition

General Apparatus Vault Bars Beam Floor

NL 7(Trial 1) 25 minutes N/A 2 vaults 2-touch 45 seconds 4 minutes (group)

NL 8-10(Trial 1) 25 minutes N/A up to 3 vaults 2-touch 60 seconds 5 minutes (group)

NL 7-10 (Trial 2) 20 minutes 90 seconds 2 vaults 50 seconds 30 seconds 3 minutes (group)

IL 6-7 30 minutes 90 seconds 2 vaults 50 seconds 30 seconds 3 minutes (group)

IL 8-Senior 30 minutes 2 minutes 2 vaults 50 seconds 30 seconds 3 minutes (group)

3.1.4 Awards 1st-3rd All Around Star medals 1st-3rd per Apparatus Ribbons

3.1.5 Event Details

State Team Trial 1

National Stream State Team Trial 2

International Stream State Team Trial 2

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3.2 Senior Victorian Championships 3.2.1 Levels

The Senior Victorian Championship event is the State competition for the following Levels: Women’s NL 7-10, following the Australian Levels Program (ALP). Women’s IL 6-10, following the International Levels Program (ILP). Women’s Junior and Senior International, following the International Code of Points

(COP).

3.2.2 Competition Structure The Senior Victorian Championships is a 1-day competition for NL 7-10. Athletes will qualify to the event in their Age Divisions, from Trial 2. The Senior Victorian Championships is a 2-day competition for IL 6-Senior:

IL 6-7 – Teams Day 1; All Around Day 1 + Day 2; Apparatus Day 2 IL 8-Senior – Teams Day 1; All Around Day 1; Apparatus Finals (top 8) Day 2.

NL 9 and 10 will be eligible to also compete in the National Levels Spectacular session during the Championships. Teams can be a combination of level 9 and 10 athletes competing on NL10 requirements. Team sizes as per table below.

3.2.3 General

Athletes must have achieved the level (38.00) or the level below, prior to entering Victorian Championships Athletes can qualify as Apparatus Specialists – L9&10 only (LAT qualification mark is 12.00 on each apparatus)


NL 7 NL 8 NL 9 NL 10 IL 6 IL 7 IL 8 IL 9 IL 10 Junior

Int. Senior

Int.

Hours Unlimited

Age Divisions

Under 14 14 & over

Under 15 15 & over

Under 16 16 & over

Under 17 17 & over

Max 10 Years

Max 11 Years

Max 12 Years

Max 13 Years

Max 14 Years

Max 15 Years

Min 16 Years

All ages - as at 31st Dec in year of competition

Team Sizes

NA

NL9 and 10 combined Max 6,

3 compete, 2 scores to count


Junior & Senior combined


Numbers qualifying

16 per age division per level. Top 4 individuals on each apparatus per

age division

Anyone who has qualified

All

National Levels qualification – using scores from Trial 2. The total 16 athletes per age division consists of:

For small regions (<5000 members): top 1 per Region For large regions (>5000 members): top 2 per Region Plus next 4 regardless of Region (If any Regions do not fulfil their quota, spaces will

be taken up by the next ranked athlete(s). Plus top 4 individuals on each apparatus (regardless of region)

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If there are less than 16 in one age division, the other age divisions will be expanded to a maximum of 32 AA per Level.

One Reserve per level for All Around competition will be named. Individuals nominated as reserves at Finals may participate in the general warm up period. If a withdrawal takes place before the end of general warm up then the highest scoring reserve will be placed into the competition in the place of the withdrawn gymnast. If there are no withdrawals at the end of general warm up, reserves will not be required to continue with warm up and will not be permitted in the competition. No apparatus reserves will be named or will participate in Finals.

Teams – No age groups apply. That is, teams are formed across age groups.

The NCE may nominate “mixed teams” made up of athletes training in that program. Should a club wish to include an NCE athlete from their club in their own team, this is to be mutually agreed by both programs, and advised in writing to Gymnastics Victoria prior to the close of entries.

3.2.5 Warm Up

All timings are per athlete unless otherwise indicated



NL 7 25 minutes N/A 2 vaults 2-touch 45 seconds 4 minutes (group)

NL 8-10 25 minutes N/A 3 vaults 2-touch 60 seconds 5 minutes (group)

IL 6-7 25 minutes 90 seconds 2 vaults 50 seconds 30 seconds 3 minutes (group)

IL 8-10 25 minutes 2 minutes 2 vaults 50 seconds 30 seconds 3 minutes (group)

Junior/Senior 25 minutes 2 minutes FIG rules 50 seconds 30 seconds 3 minutes (group)

3.2.6 Awards

NL 7-10 & IL 6-Senior 1st All Around Perpetual trophy (where applicable) 1st-3rd All Around Star trophies 4th-6th All Around Ribbons 1st-3rd per Apparatus Victorian Championships medals 4th-6th per Apparatus Ribbons 1st Team Pennant flag 1st-3rd Team Victorian Championships medals All participants Victorian Championships pin

3.2.7 Event Details


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3.3 Victorian Team Championships 3.3.1 Levels

The Victorian Team Championship event is the State competition for the following Levels: Women’s NL 7-10, following the Australian Levels Program (ALP).


The Victorian Team Championships is a 1-day competition.

3.3.3 General Athletes must have achieved the level (38.00) or the level below, prior to entering Victorian Championships. Athletes can qualify as Apparatus Specialists – L9& 10 only (LAT qualification mark is 12.00 on each apparatus).


NL 7 NL 8 NL 9 NL 10 Hours Unlimited

Age Divisions N/A

Team Sizes Max 8, 4 compete, 3 scores to count Max 6, 3 compete, 2 scores to count

Clubs may indicate a reserve gymnast on their entry forms (no payment needed, however reserve gymnasts’ full details are required) and in the event of injury or sickness of a team member this reserve may compete in their place.

No age groups apply. That is, teams are formed across age groups.

3.3.5 Warm Up All timings are per athlete unless otherwise indicated



NL 7 25 minutes N/A 2 vaults 2-touch 45 seconds 4 minutes (group)


3.3.6 Awards

1st Team Pennant flag 1st 3rd AA Team & coach Victorian Championships medals 4th-6th AA Team Ribbons 1st 3rd Apparatus Team Victorian Championships medals (with 6 or

more teams competing per level) All participants Victorian Championships pin

3.3.7 Event Details

Victorian Team Championships

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3.4 State Pennant & IL Challenge 3.4.1 Levels

State Pennant events are the State competitions for the following Levels: Women’s NL 1 gymnasts, following the Australian Levels Program (ALP) circuit-based

elements. Women’s NL 2 gymnasts, following the Australian Levels Program (ALP) circuit-based

activities performed as competition routines. Women’s NL 3 gymnasts, following the Australian Levels Program (ALP). Women’s IL 2&4 gymnasts, following the International Levels Program (ILP).

NL 1 NL 2 NL 3 IL 2 IL 4

Age Divisions (as at 31st Dec; based on oldest team member’s age)

Min 5

Max 8 Max 9 N/A

11+ Under 11 Under 10 Under 9

12+ Under 12 Under 11 Under 10

Team Sizes N/A Max 6 with 3 scores to count

Numbers Qualifying N/A 6 teams, 4 from the Qualifier and 1 Wildcard per age division from each Regional Wildcard event (East and West)

N/A

a) b) c) d)


3.4.2.1 State Pennant Athletes do not need to LAT prior to entry. It is expected that athletes have been suitably prepared in their club.

Two Regional Wildcard events will be run in conjunction with major Regional events. A club is deemed Regional if they are located greater than 100km (by road) from central Melbourne. Clubs located in the North-East and South-East Regions will be deemed “Eastern”, and Clubs located in the North-West and South-West Regions will be deemed “Western”. Exact designations will be published once the Regional consultation process is complete.

Teams qualifying to Finals will compete again at State Pennant Finals. Scores gained at the Qualifier or Wildcard do not carry through to Finals.

NL 1 – This is a circuit-based event, therefore there are no results and no qualification to Finals.

NL 2-3 – There will be up to two Regional Wildcard teams also qualifying to Finals (one Wildcard per level from each Region).

State Pennant is a team only event. Teams can have athletes of varying ages. Select the age division of the oldest team member to determine which division to enter. No scores will be shown. The emphasis is on enjoyment and team participation. It is important for coaches and judges to remember that this is a children’s event for the entry level to our sport. Taking these events “too seriously” is strongly discouraged.

If entering more than 1 team in the same division, each team is to be named (starting with a different letter of the alphabet) i.e. “Club Name Red”, e.g. “Fun Gym Green”.

Clubs with individuals are welcome to make up mixed teams with other clubs (but it is the clubs’ responsibility to do this). The two clubs wishing to combine must apply in writing to

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the WAG TC, no later than two weeks prior to the set closing date. Clubs can only make up a mixed team with “individuals”, e.g. If you have three to five gymnasts they are considered a team and cannot join with individuals from another club. If you have one or two individuals then you can join with any one or two individuals from other club(s).

All potential Team substitutes must be indicated on the entry form (no payment needed, however substitute gymnasts’ full details are required)

Team makeup at the Qualifier is not required to be the same as the Team Finals format. Team substitutes must be substituted prior to the end of the apparatus warm up on the first competition rotation and only in the event of injury/illness - after this time no team changes can be made.

There are no limitations on numbers of teams entering the event.

If a team qualifies for Finals through winning the Wildcard qualifier they may still enter the State Pennant Qualifier. Non metro clubs may compete at either or both Wildcard events. If a team qualifies both at a Wildcard event and at a Qualifier, the qualification position will be transferred to the 7th place Metropolitan team.

3.4.2.2 IL Challenge Athletes do not need to LAT prior to entry. It is expected that athletes have been suitably prepared in their club.

Teams will enter direct into Finals.

IL Challenge is a team only event. Teams can have athletes of varying ages. No scores will be shown. The emphasis is on enjoyment and team participation. It is important for coaches and judges to remember that this is a children’s event for the entry level to our sport. Taking these events “too seriously” is strongly discouraged.

If entering more than 1 team in the same division, each team is to be named (starting with a different letter of the alphabet) i.e. “Club Name Red”, e.g. “Fun Gym Green”.

Clubs with individuals are welcome to make up mixed teams with other clubs (but it is the clubs’ responsibility to do this). Clubs wishing to combine must apply in writing to Gymnastics Victoria prior to the event. Clubs can only make up a mixed team with “individuals”, e.g. If you have three or more gymnasts they are considered a team and cannot join with individuals from another club. If you have one or two individuals then you can join with any one or two individuals from other club(s).

The NCE may nominate “mixed teams” made up of athletes training in that program. Should a club wish to include an NCE athlete from their club in their own team, this is to be mutually agreed by both programs, and advised in writing to Gymnastics Victoria prior to the close of entries.

Clubs may indicate a reserve gymnast on their entry forms (no payment needed, however reserve gymnasts’ full details are required) and in the event of injury or sickness of a team member this reserve may compete in their place.

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For those clubs with more than one team entered in any division, changes to team can be made up until 30 minutes before the start of general warm up for that session. This needs to be done via a member of the WAG TC. There are no limitations on numbers of teams entering the event.

3.4.3 Warm Up


NL 1 15 minutes N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A

NL 2-3 30 minutes N/A 2 vaults 1 routine 30 second Canadian

3 minute group

IL 2/4 30 minutes N/A 2 vaults 1 routine 30 second Canadian

3 minute group e) f) g) h) i) j) k)

3.4.4 Awards

The State Pennant event is a team-based structure that was created to encourage a team focus for Victoria’s young gymnasts and reduce the emphasis on individual achievement. In addition it is hoped this strongly promotes team spirit amongst parents and spectators.

State Pennant Qualifier and Wildcards:

NL 2-3 participants Star medal NL 1 participants Certificate and gift NL 2-3 finalists Finalist ribbons

State Pennant Finals & IL Challenge:

1st AA Team & coach Pennant flag 1st 3rd AA Team & coach State pennant medals 1st 3rd Apparatus Team Ribbons 4th-6h AA Team Ribbons

3.4.5 Event Details

State Pennant Qualifier 1 State Pennant Qualifier 2 State Pennant West Wildcard State Pennant East Wildcard State Pennant Finals & IL Challenge

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3.5 Southern Cross Classic 3.5.1 Levels

The Southern Cross Classics are the State competitions for the following Levels: Women’s NL 4-10 Limited Hours, following the Australian Levels Program (ALP).

NL 4 Limited

Hours

NL 5 Limited Hours

NL 6 Limited Hours

NL 7 Limited Hours

NL 8 Limited Hours

NL 9 Limited Hours

NL 10 Limited Hours

Max Hours per week 10 10 10 12 12 12 12

Age Divisions (as at 31st Dec)

Under 12 12 & over

Under 12 12 years 13 years 14 & over

Under 14 14 & over

Under 15 15 & over

Under 16 16 & over

Under 17 17 & over

Under 18 18 & over


3.5.2 Competition Structure Southern Cross Classics are 1-day competitions. Southern Cross Classics can be used for gymnasts to gain their Level Award Test (LAT). NL 7-10 gymnasts will be judged based on the NL 7-10 requirements with the following

amendment: o NL 8 Vault – a ½ on ½ off vault may be performed, for a D Score of 2.4.

Limited Hours gymnasts may compete in both the Limited and Open competition seasons, provided the athlete complies with the Limited Hours training limits for the entire year.

For NL 4, team age groups apply. For NL 5-10, no team age groups apply. That is, teams are formed across age groups. Team reserves must be substituted prior to the end of the apparatus warm up on the

first competition rotation and only in the event of injury/illness - after this time no team changes can be made.

3.5.3 Warm Up




3.5.4 Awards

NL 4 Limited Hours 1st 3rd AA Team Star medals 4th-6th AA Team Ribbons 1st 3rd Apparatus Team Star medals

NL 5-10 Limited Hours 1st 3rd AA Team Star medals 4th-6th AA Team Ribbons 1st All Around Perpetual trophy (where applicable) 1st-3rd All Around Star medals 4th-6th All Around Ribbons 1st-3rd per Apparatus Star medals 4th-6th per Apparatus Ribbons

3.5.5 Event Details Southern Cross Classic 1 Southern Cross Classic 2

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3.6 Junior Victorian Championships Qualifiers and Finals 3.6.1 Levels

The Junior Victorian Championship event is the State competition for the following Levels: Women’s NL 4-6 gymnasts, following the Australian Levels Program (ALP).

NL 4 NL 5 NL 6

Hours Unlimited

Age Divisions (as at 31st Dec)

Under 11 11 & over (based on oldest team member’s age)

Under 11 11 years 12 years 13 & over

Under 12 12 years 13 & over


Teams compete In Regions and age divisions In Regions across age divisions

Numbers qualifying

Top team per Region per age division plus next 2 teams per age division regardless of Region

Top team per Region plus next 2 highest scoring teams regardless of Region 16 per age division per level Top 4 individuals per age division on each apparatus

l) m) n)


Junior Victorian Championships Qualifiers are 1-day competitions. These will be held in a gymnasium setting. Clubs may indicate a team reserve gymnast on their entry forms (no payment needed, however reserve gymnasts’ full details are required) and in the event of injury or sickness of a team member this reserve may compete in their place.

Junior Victorian Championships (Finals) is a 1-day competition for NL 4, and two 1-day competitions for NL5-6. This will be held in an Arena setting. The following titles will be awarded:

NL 4 – Team All Around and Team Apparatus NL 5-6 – Team All Around (Day 1), Individual All Around (Day 2), Apparatus (Day 2)

Team qualification:

For NL 4, team age divisions apply. For NL 5-6, no team age divisions apply. That is, teams are formed across age groups. Team makeup at the Qualifier is not required to be the same as the Team Finals

format. Team reserves must be substituted prior to the end of the apparatus warm up on the

first competition rotation and only in the event of injury/illness - after this time no team changes can be made.

NL 5-6 Individual qualification:

For small regions: top 1 per Region For large regions: top 2 per Region Plus next 4 regardless of Region. (If any Regions do not fulfil their quota, spaces will be

taken up by the next ranked athlete(s). Plus top 4 individuals on each apparatus (regardless of region)

If there are less than 16 in one age division, the adjacent age division(s) will be expanded to a maximum of 64 AA per Level (NL 5) and 48 AA per Level (NL 6). No reserves for Individual All Around will be named.

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3.5.3 General Athletes must have achieved the level (30.00) or the level below, prior to entering Victorian Championships.

3.6.3 Warm Up


NL 4-6 25 minutes N/A 2 vaults 2-touch 45 seconds 4 minute group

3.6.4 Awards

Qualifier Participants Bounce pin Finalists Finalist ribbons 1st-3rd Teams (by Region) Ribbons 1st-3rd All Around (by Region, NL 5-6 only) Ribbons

Finals – Individual (NL 5-6)

1st All Around Perpetual trophy (where applicable) 1st-3rd All Around Star trophies 4th-6th All Around Ribbons 1st-3rd per Apparatus Victorian Championships medals 4th-6th per Apparatus Ribbons

Finals – Teams NL 4-6

1st AA Team Pennant flag 1st 3rd AA Team & coach Victorian Championships medals 4th-6th AA Team Ribbons 1st 3rd Team per Apparatus Victorian Championships medals

3.6.5 Event Details

Junior Victorian Championships Qualifier Junior Victorian Championships Finals

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4. Rhythmic Gymnastics *The Events Handbook should be read in conjunction with the Year Book

4.1 State Trials

4.1.1 Levels State Team Trials are the State selection competitions for the following Levels:

Level 7-10, following the Australian Levels Program (ALP).

Level 7 Junior-8 Junior, following the Australian Levels Program (ALP).

Junior and Senior International, following the International Code of Points (COP).

Open, Sub-Junior, Junior and Senior Groups

Level 7

Jnr Level 7

Level 8 Jnr

Level 8 Level 9 Level 9

Jnr Junior

Int. Level

10 Senior

Int.

Sub-Junior Group

Junior Group

Open Group

Senior Group

Age Divisions

Min 10, max 11 at 31st Dec

Min 12 at 31st

Dec

Min 11, max 12 at 31st Dec

Min 12 at 31st

Dec Open

Min 12, max 14

at 31st Dec

Min 13, max 15 at 31st

Dec

Open Min 16

as at 31st Dec


Dec


Dec

Open Min 16 as at

31st Dec

Apparatus

Rope Hoop Clubs

Ribbon

Rope Hoop Clubs

Ribbon

Rope Hoop Ball

Clubs

Rope Hoop Ball

Clubs

Rope Hoop Ball

Clubs

Rope Hoop Ball

Clubs

Rope Hoop Ball

Clubs

Hoop Ball

Clubs Ribbon

Hoop Ball

Clubs Ribbon

8 clubs 5

ribbons TBC

10 clubs

5 ribbons and

6 clubs/ 2 hoops

Team Sizes Max 5 with 3 scores to count N/A


State Team Trial events will serve as selection/qualification meets for the following: Australian National Championships


4.1.3 General

Gymnasts sheets from the 1st trial will be returned once they have been checked for

errors – symbols, values, totals etc. Sheets will not be returned from subsequent trials.

4.1.4 Event Details

State Team Trial 1

State Team Trial 2

State Team Trial 3

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4.2 Victorian Championships 4.2.1 Levels

The Victorian Championships is the State competitions for the following Levels: Level 7-10, following the Australian Levels Program (ALP).



Open, Sub-Junior, Junior and Senior Groups


In order to qualify for State Championships, gymnasts must achieve a score of 50% of the maximum available points at a ratified invitational, state team trial or approved interstate competition:

Level Max score Level pass – 50% of max

Total score Average routine score

Senior International 80.00 40.00 10.00

Level 10 76.00 38.00 9.50

Junior International 72.00 36.00 9.00

Level 9 68.00 34.00 8.50

Level 8 64.00 32.00 8.00

Level 7 60.00 30.00 7.50

It is possible that in 2016 FX will be included as an apparatus for Level 7 Jnr but this will only occur if there is enough time to incorporate it into the competition. It is entirely up to the club/gymnast to decide if they wish to compete this extra routine. Apparatus medals only will be given, the FX score will not be taken into account for Overall or Team placings.

4.2.3 General Gymnasts sheets will not be returned.

4.2.4 Awards

1st-3rd All Around Victorian Championships medals 1st -3rd per Apparatus Victorian Championships medals 1st – 3rd Teams Victorian Championships medals All participants Victorian Championships pin

4.2.5 Event Details


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4.3 Aussie All Stars 4.3.1 Levels

Aussie All Stars is the State competitions for the following Levels: Twinkle Twinkle Little Stars (Level 1-2 gymnasts)

Rising Stars (Level 3-4 gymnasts)

Shooting Stars (Level 5-6 gymnasts (inc. Jnr 5 & 6)

Shining Stars (Level 7-10 gymnasts)

Sparkling Stars (Jnr Levels 7-9 gymnasts)

Super Stars (Junior & Senior International)

ALL Categories/Divisions – Group, Pair and Trio Routines


The Aussie All Stars competition is a Victorian initiative designed to cater specifically for teams of rhythmic gymnasts. Each division is made up of composite teams with gymnasts across several levels. It is designed to encourage participation.

Aussie All Stars is a Team Competition, with 3 – 5 gymnasts per team. Each team must present a minimum of 9 routines and a maximum of 12. The top nine placings will contribute to the team score. The team score will be made up of points allocated to placings as follows: 1st place – 20 points, 2nd place – 19 points, 3rd place – 18 points …and so on to 20th place.

Gymnasts & coaches must be registered with the same club. An exception exists for clubs that have less than 3 gymnasts within a division. In this instance two clubs may combine to present a team OR Clubs would be allowed to make up a composite team if they have less than 3 gymnasts in one division, as long as no team is composed of more than 4 different levels. All composite teams will compete in the division of the highest level gymnast.

All gymnasts who are to compete must be named on the original entry form and in the division they are to compete. The apparatus being competed must be stated on the entry form.

Gymnasts must be 5 years old by January 1 in the year of competition. GV Events reserves the right to combine/delete categories/divisions in order to

ensure financial viability of the event.

4.3.3 Judges Judging shall be according to the ALP and FIG Manuals. (exception: Levels 1 & 2) The judging panels’ decision is final – there will be no protests. Aussie All Stars competitors are not eligible to judge at the

event. A judges meeting will be held prior to the competition.

4.3.4 Awards

Participation certificates will be presented to each gymnast competing in the event. Medals will be presented to the 1st, 2nd and 3rd placed teams (individual members to

receive) in each division. The apparatus champions in each level will be recognised. There will be no individual All Around medal.

The top nine placings will contribute to the team score. The team score will be made up of points allocated to placings as follows: 1st place – 20 points, 2nd place – 19 points, 3rd place – 18 points …and so on to 20th place

All gymnasts competing will receive a minimum of 1 point

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In the event of a tie, the following will be calculated:

The team with the highest execution scores from the nine routines contributing to the score.

If still equal, medals will be allocated to both teams. 1st Apparatus Star medals 1st-3rd Teams Star medals 1st Group/pair/trio Star medals

4.3.5 Event Details Aussie All Stars

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4.3 Junior Victorian Championships & State Pennant 4.4.1 Levels

The Junior Victorian Championships is the State competitions for the following Levels: Level 1-6, following the Australian Levels Program (ALP).


Level 1

Level 2

Level 3

Level 4

Level 5 Jnr

Level 5 Level 6

Jnr

Level 6

Age Divisions

Min 6 at 31

st Dec

Dec

Min 6 at 31st

Dec

Min 6 at 31st

Dec Min 7 at 31st

Dec Max 9 at 31st Dec

Min 8 as at 31st Dec

Max 10 at 31st Dec

Min 9 as at 31st Dec

Apparatus

FX Hoops Clubs

FX Ball

Ribbon

FX Rope Hoop

Ribbon Ball

Clubs

FX Rope Hoop Ribbon

FX Hoop Ball

Ribbon

FX Hoop Ball

Ribbon

FX Rope Ball

Ribbon

FX Rope Ball

Ribbon Team Sizes Max 5 with 3 scores to count


There are no limitations on numbers of athletes entering Junior Victorian Championships & State Pennant events. Levels 1-2, State Pennant will be run as teams of individual gymnasts performing standing elements. State Pennant: A Pennant will be awarded to the Champion Club based on the team rankings in each division: 1st placed team = 6 pts, 2nd = 5 pts etc Levels 3-6 will be run as Individual gymnasts performing individual routines

4.4.3 General Optional Elements levels 5 & 6 open and junior The optional elements allowed in levels 5 & 6 may be selected to suit each gymnast, however the routine remains a club routine, using the same music and choreography (except for those particular difficulties). Example: the gymnast performs set element, dance steps, dynamic rotation, then comes an optional difficulty – a balance – every gymnast must at this point perform a balance, which may be either the same or different to the other gymnasts from that club. There is a limit of 0.3 for optional elements. All optional elements must be listed in the ALP.

If numbers permit, for Levels 3 & 4, those levels may be split into age groups and 2 competitors will compete on a half floor each, using separate judging panels. The corresponding age groups will be:

Level 3A – Maximum age 8 at 31 Dec Level 3 B – 9 and above Level 4A – Maximum age 9 at 31 Dec Level 4B – 10 and above

It is possible that only one – or neither - level would need to be split, it will depend on numbers. However, all coaches please note, you will need to ensure that routines for these levels are limited to half the floor area.

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4.4.4 Awards

State Pennant: 1st team Pennant Flag All participants Participation Medal

Junior Victorian Championships:

1st-3rd All Around Victorian Championships medals 1st-3rd per apparatus Victorian Championships medals 1st – 3rd Teams Victorian Championships medals All Participants Victorian Championships pins

4.4.5 Event Details

Junior Victorian Championships and State Pennant

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4.5 Victorian Groups Championships 4.5.1 Levels

The Victorian Group Championships is the State competition for the following Levels: Category 1-4 Trios and Groups, following the Australian Levels Program (ALP). Division 1-4 Pairs, based on level of the gymnast

Division 1 Division 2 Division 3 Division 4

Pairs Levels Levels 1 & 2

Levels 3 & 4

Levels 5 & 6

Levels 7 & Above

Category 1 Category 2 Category 3 Category 4

Trio & Group Age Divisions

Max 10 at 31st Dec

Max 13 at 31st Dec

Max 15 at 31st Dec

Open

Trio Apparatus

Hoops Clubs Ropes Ribbons

Group Apparatus

Balls

Hoops

Balls

Clubs

Trio & Group Team Sizes

Trio of 3 Group of 4

4.5.2 General The Senior Victorian Championships is the primary competition for Open, Sub-Junior, Junior and Senior Groups and Aesthetic Group Gymnastics and the venue where State Championship Groups are recognised. If groups in these categories wish to display their routines for the following year for judging analysis and competition practice they may do so, however, no medals will be awarded.

4.5.3 Pairs

The RG Technical Committee has decided to retain Pairs – both same apparatus and

mixed apparatus – as an addition to the nationally recognised Trios and Groups. However, divisions for pairs will be based on levels rather than ages, as stated in the ALP for Trios and Groups. All other requirements will remain the same as the corresponding Category number (above) – body difficulties, dance steps, collaborations, time, dynamic elements, etc except formations.

Division 1 may only perform FX and same apparatus routines. Divisions 2, 3 & 4 may only perform same or mixed apparatus routines. The Technical Committee reserves the right to combine/delete

categories/divisions in order to ensure financial viability of the event. This may mean that a gymnast competes “against herself” if performing in both Same and Mixed apparatus.

Gymnasts may compete in more than one division/category of pairs (depending on level restrictions – gymnast may compete in a division higher than their current level but not lower).

4.5.4 Awards

1st-3rd Victorian Championships medals All participants Participation pin

4.5.5 Event Details

Victorian Groups Championships

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5 Trampoline Gymnastics

*The Events Handbook should be read in conjunction with the Year Book

5.1 Victorian Championships 5.1.1 Streams

The Victorian Championships is the State competition for the following Streams: National Stream: Under 11, Under 13, Under 15, Under 17, 17+, following the

Australian Levels Program (ALP).

International Stream: Youth, Junior and Senior International, following the International

Code of Points (COP).

All Streams – Trampoline, Synchro, Double Mini and Tumbling

All competitors must be registered with GV.

5.1.2 Competition Structure There are no limitations on numbers of athletes entering the Victorian Championships.

Victorian Championships is a two day event for National and International streams – there will

be Preliminary rounds followed by Finals.

5.1.3 Awards

1st-3rd Victorian Championships medals

All participants Participation pin

Highest ranking points Champion Club trophy and pennant

5.1.4 Event Details


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5.2 Levels All Stars 5.2.1 Levels

The Levels All Stars is the State competition for the following Levels: Level 1-6, following the Australian Levels Program (ALP).

All Levels – Trampoline, Double Mini and Tumbling

All competitors must be registered with GV, but are not required to be listed as competitive members.


There are no limitations on numbers of athletes entering the Victorian Championships. Levels All Stars is a 1 day event. Preliminary rounds will be followed by finals if time permits

5.2.3 Awards All other divisions

1st-3rd Star medals

All participants Participation ribbon

5.2.4 Event Details

Levels All Stars

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6 Aerobic Gymnastics


6.1 State Trials

6.1.1 Levels State Team Trials are the State selection competitions for the following Levels:

Level 1-7 and 8-10 (International Age Group 1, International Age Group 2, and International Elite) following the Australian Levels Program (ALP).



State Team Trials are 1-day competitions.

State Team Trial events will serve as selection/qualification meets for the following: Australian National Championships


There are no limitations on numbers of athletes entering State Team Trials.

6.1.3 Event Details

State Team Trial 1

State Team Trial 2

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6.2 AeroSchools 6.2.1 Levels

AeroSchools is the State competition for the following Levels: Level 1-5, following the Australian Levels Program (ALP).

Mini Junior Intermediate Senior

Ages 6-8 Years 9-11 Years 12-15 Years 16+ Years

Competitors are not required to be registered with GV.


AeroSchools is a 2-day competition: Day 1 – Secondary Schools

Day 2 – Primary Schools

There are no limitations on numbers of athletes entering AeroSchools.

6.2.3 Awards

Mini All participants Participation ribbon

Primary and Secondary Schools

1st-3rd Groups AeroSchools medals 4th-6th Groups AeroSchools ribbons All participants Participation ribbon Highest ranking points Primary & Secondary School of the Year trophy and pennant

6.2.4 Event Details

AeroSchools

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6.3 Victorian Championships 6.3.1 Levels

The Victorian Championships is the State competitions for the following Levels: Level 1-10, following the Australian Levels Program (ALP).



Victorian Championships is a 1-day competition: There are no limitations on numbers of athletes entering the Victorian Championships.

6.3.3 Awards

Mini and Sub-Junior All participants Participation ribbon

All other divisions

1st-3rd Victorian Championships medals 4th-6th Ribbons All participants Participation ribbon Highest ranking points Champion Club trophy and pennant

6.3.4 Event Details


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7 Acrobatic Gymnastics



State Team Trials are the State selection competitions for the following Levels: Level 6-10, following the Australian Levels Program (ALP).


Levels 1-5 – no State Team Selection, however, athletes are welcome to compete and awards will be presented.


7.1.2 Competition Structure State Team Trials are 1-day competitions. State Team Trial events will serve as selection/qualification meets for the following:

Australian National Championships

See the State team selection criteria for more details of selection for Victorian State teams There are no limitations on numbers of athletes entering State Team Trials.

7.1.3 Tariff Sheets

For all levels from level 3A upwards, tariff sheets must be provided to the Judging Coordinator at least one week prior to competition, or as required by the Competition Workplan.

7.1.4 Warmup

General Warm Up: The purpose of general warm up is to provide time to enable the gymnasts to individually become physically prepared for the competition. As such, a large open matted area is required, though this does not need to be sprung.

General Warm Up

All levels 20 Minutes

Skill Warm Up: The purpose of this warm up is to allow each group time shortly before their relevant routine to run through the skills and routine pattern. As such it requires a full competition sprung floor and should occur immediately before the routines of the particular groups involved.

Skill Warm Up Maximum Numbers on floor

Level 1-3 5 Minutes 9 groups

Level 3A, 4, 5 5 Minutes 6 groups

Level 6+ & International Stream 10 Minutes 6 groups

7.1.5 Awards

1st – 3rd All Around Star Medals 1st – 3rd Per Event Ribbons

In the event that there are three or fewer competitors, only All Around will be presented.

7.1.6 Event Details State Team Trial 1

State Team Trial 2

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7.2 Victorian Championships & State Pennant 7.2.1 Levels

The Victorian Championships and State Pennant are the State competitions for the following Levels:

Level 1-10, following the Australian Levels Program (ALP).




Victorian Championships is a 1-day competition. There are no limitations on numbers of athletes entering the Victorian Championships.

7.2.3 Tariff Sheets For all levels from level 3A upwards, tariff sheets must be provided to the Judging Coordinator at least one week prior to competition, or as required by the Competition Workplan.

7.2.4 Warmup General Warm Up: The purpose of general warm up is to provide time to enable the gymnasts to individually become physically prepared for the competition. As such, a large open matted area is required, though this does not need to be sprung.

General Warm Up

All levels 20 Minutes

Skill Warm Up: The purpose of this warm up is to allow each group time shortly before their relevant routine to run through the skills and routine pattern. As such it requires a full competition sprung floor and should occur immediately before the routines of the particular groups involved.

Skill Warm Up Maximum Numbers on floor

Level 1-3 5 Minutes 9 groups

Level 3A, 4 &5 5 Minutes 6 groups

Level 6+, & International Stream 10 Minutes 6 groups

7.2.5 Awards State Pennant

All participants State Pennant medals (as below)

Highest total score Pennant flag (as below)

Band Level 1-3 Level 3A

Gold >34.000 >48.000

Silver 31.000 to 33.999 43.000 to 47.999

Bronze <31.000 <43.000

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Victorian Championships 1st-3rd Victorian Championships medals

1st-3rd (per event) Victorian Championships medals

In the event that there are three or fewer competitors, only All Around will be presented.

All participants Victorian Championships pin

Highest average routine score Pennant flag

Club Champion Award:

The Acrobatic Gymnastics Club Champion award will be given to the club with the highest average routine score from those groups which competed all appropriate routines for their level. Ties in the Club Champion award will be broken by means of the highest routine score.

State Pennant: The State Pennant is a club based award across all three levels. Each club’s score for this award is calculated by adding the 6 highest routine scores and 0.01 times all the remaining routine scores together. The club with the highest total is awarded the State Pennant.

7.2.6 Event Details


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