About The Facility
Registration/Programs
All athletes go barefoot in the gym. Please tie back long hair and do not wear jewelry. Do not bring valuables to the gym.
- Females: A bodysuit, tights or athletic shorts (no buttons) and a fitted t-shirt.
- Males: Gym shorts with no buttons, zippers, buckles or pockets and a fitted, tucked in t-shirt.
You can register online, in person, or by phone.
- To register online: Click here to get to our main registration page, and click on the session/category you're looking for (You can navigate with the drop-down menu at the top of the calendar). Once you click on the class you want, you will be directed to a Log-In page to complete registration. Log in with your email and password. If you forget your password, please call us. If you are new to DGS, please create a profile and log in. The class you selected should appear on your My Account page. Proceed to Check Out.
Payment must be made when you register. (In cases of financial hardship, a payment plan can be arranged. Please contact the office.)Online payment: VISA and Mastercard
In-person payment: VISA, Mastercard, debit, cheque, or cash
Note: If you are new to DGS, you must sign our membership waiver form when you register
Registration for fall begins in June. Registration for other sessions is usually a couple months ahead of the start of the session. All registration dates will be posted on our website, newsletter, social media, and lobby. Registration is accepted on a first-come, first-served basis.
If you wish to join a program after it has started, please call our office to see if we can accommodate you. If you sign up after the session has started, your fees will be pro-rated.
Our 10-12 months programs all start in the summer or fall. Please see individual program descriptions to find out more.
Refunds And Closures
DGS reserves the right to change the schedule or cancel a class due to low registration. If this happens, we will make an effort to accommodate you in another class.
If you miss a class, we do not give credits or offer make-up lessons. Your registration fee pays for a class spot for the entire session regardless of attendance.
If we have to cancel a class, we will offer a make-up lesson at a convenient time. If we cancel due to an "act of God", we do not offer make up classes.
There have been occasions when the gym has been closed due to extreme weather, power outages, and other unforeseen events. Generally, however, Delta Gymnastics does NOT close for bad weather, but if you have concerns, please phone us. If the gym is closed, it will be posted on our website, Instagram, and Facebook pages. We will also try to notify you via telephone or email. In these cases, no make up class or refund will be provided.
Coaches
All of our coaches have completed the National Coaching Certification Program, with some of them reaching the highest level. They are trained in Emergency First Aid and CPR/AED, have their Respect in Sport certificate, Fundamental Movement Skills training, and have been successfully evaluated within the Making Ethical Decisions program. Our lesson plans and curriculum are custom-designed by college-educated experts with industry expertise.
At Delta Gymnastics, we take safety very seriously and continue to train and develop our coaches and leaders to make everyone aware and conscious about the important role we play shaping the lives of children and youth.
All coaches are required to receive certification in the following:
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Making Ethical Decisions
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Respect in Sport
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Criminal Record Checks (for all those over 18)
As part of our initiatives, we have taken the following additional steps:
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Commit 2 Kids – an online certification by the Canadian Centre for Child Protection. All coordinators, floor supervisors, and key holders have taken this certification
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We have developed a Safe Sport Best Practices document for all coaches that is demonstrated during staff training sessions
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Respect in the Workplace – all DGS staff receive training on this topic that is applicable with all relationships in the gym
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No photo rule – for parents and coaches to ensure privacy and safety of all participants
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Code of Conduct review – with all our advanced athletes
Our coaches and coordinators welcome your interest in your child’s program and progress. If you have a problem, please speak with your child’s coach first. If the issue is still unresolved, please talk to the program coordinator, who will arrange a meeting. If, after the meeting, you feel the issue still needs attention, please contact our Executive Director.
To arrange a meeting with a coach, please phone the office. You can contact your program coordinator via email from the Our Staff section of our website. Our office can also forward messages via email for you.
If the problem is administrative, please talk to our office staff, who will direct you to the appropriate person.
We have an open an honest policy with our DGS staff to ensure we all feel comfortable about talking about any real, perceived, or vulnerable situations with our participants (of any age).
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Health & Safety Committee & Leadership Team Meetings – we have monthly H&S meetings to discuss any issues related to this topic. This committee works closely with the Leadership Team, who meets weekly, to bring up any issues to be discussed and acted on.
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Leadership Team Planning Meetings – besides the weekly meetings, the LT meets quarterly for half a day and has an annual strategic planning retreat. Many safety issues are brought forward for discussion, develop new initiatives, or make changes to any of our policies.
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Floor supervisors – at all times, the gym has a person in charge of ensuring the safety of participants as well as communication with parents.
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Employee Training, Feedback, Mentorship, and One on One Support – at DGS, we are committed to our staff’s growth and development. We provide three group training sessions, a personal staff development meeting, and a series of either mentorship sessions or one to one support as needed, as well as a procedure for any infractions of behavior.
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Performance Review – each coach has an individual meeting with a coordinator to discuss any issues pertinent to their roles, including any behaviour issues.
