COMPETITIVE GIRLS (WAG): 6 yrs and up

Gymnastics isn’t just for kids. It’s a lifelong way to stay strong, flexible and have fun – just ask our gym full of adults who come out to learn gymnastics for the first time, practice old skills, or turn their acrobatic skills into tricks, stunts and parkour moves!

Whether you join a class because you never had a chance to try gymnastics as a kid, or because you want to get in shape, rest assured that the atmosphere during Adult Gym is warm and welcoming with lots of laughter and teamwork – no matter what your level. We are never too old to increase our physical literacy.

Never had a chance to try gymnastics as a kid? Want to revive some old skills or get in shape? This class will build your gymnastic ability in a safe, progressive way, teaching you how to land properly, balance and support yourself, and increase your strength. You’ll get to try out all the equipment and by the end of the session you could be turning cartwheels like a pro! Join with a friend, or make it a date night!

Who is this class for? Anyone who has a secret desire to bounce on a trampoline again: beginners with no experience, former gymnasts with rusty skills, and anyone who wants to get in shape, improve their balance, flexibility and coordination.
Class info: 1.5 hours, once a week.

Since taking up residence in Tsawwassen 20 years ago, Gord and his family have had a strong connection with both the community as well as Delta Gymnastics, being active members and sponsors in numerous youth programs and events.

Raised on the eastern Canada, Gord has been involved in business and athletics from an early age. Upon graduation from McMaster University he went on to become one of the founders of Auto Fleet Services, considered a Canadian pioneer in fleet vehicle disposal. In 1988 the Auto Fleet model assisted in the creation of vehicle “Marketing Centers” and became a first of many located throughout major Canadian cities.

During non-business hours, his love for athletics leads him to continually share his passion with the youth of the community as a football coach and contributions to various organizations.

Gord contributes both business skills and leadership experience to the board. He is enthusiastic about the importance of volunteering and is committed to ensuring South Delta Gymnastics Society remains a strong and stable youth program in our community. Drawing on knowledge acquired through business and coaching, he strives to make the experience as meaningful and memorable
as possible.

Alli lives in Ladner with her husband and their two young boys. She has a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA, CMA) designation, and specializes in financial analysis and strategy. After 16 years in the corporate world (previously working for MacDonald, Dettwiler and Associates and before that Molson), she has recently taken a hiatus to head up the finance department for her family’s business in the marine industry. This has allowed her the flexibility of working from home some days and getting to spend more time with her young family. This flexibility is especially nice, as she will have both her boys in parent and tot gymnastics at the same time in September! When Alli is not working she can often be found pushing a double stroller all around Ladner, enjoying the community, and visiting the local shops and parks.

Our Women’s Artistic Gymnastics (WAG) Program trains girls for three levels of competition: Provincial, National and Elite. We follow the Women’s Junior Olympic Program, which is based on the idea that all athletes must have a solid foundation of basic skills in order to advance safely. The program allows each gymnast to advance at her own pace, competing in more than one level in a year, if she meets the criteria.

Our youngest members are in a 10-month, non-competitive program. They ease into the training routine with 2 hours, twice a week in the fall, then 3 hours, twice a week in the spring.

Once our gymnasts get to Grade 2 and up, they train with us 3 or more times per week in a year-round program. They devote 9 to 24 hours to training each week, depending on their degree of commitment and competition goals.

We place our athletes in training groups according to their age, ability, number of days committed to training per week, and their competitive goals. These goals are set in consultation with their coaches and the options open to them at their age.

Competitions

Provincial level competitions are governed by Gymnastics BC. These competitions are a good fit for new competitors and gymnasts who want to train for fewer hours.

National and Elite competitions are governed by Gymnastics Canada and they provide opportunities for interprovincial and international competition. Gymnasts who compete at this level train for many hours and have a high skill level. Their goals may include joining Team Canada!