For GymSchool 2017 we have added a wide range of workshops to run alongside the accredited coaching courses being delivered. These workshops have been developed based on feedback throughout the year from coaches and club managers, and reflect a growing desire among coaches to develop their skills within the coaching level they are at as well as progressing through the … Read More
Earthquakes – Is Your Club Prepared?
In light of recent seismic activities, this is a great opportunity to check how prepared your club is in the event of another earthquake. If in doubt – get your building checked by an engineer and ask for a written report. Be aware of fragile emotions – members and coaches may be affected by earthquakes differently so make sure you … Read More
Deadline Reminders
Some December deadline reminders below: Term 4 Participation sheets are now overdue – please contact Dan now if you have not submitted 13 Dec – GymSchool registrations close 15 Dec – Invoices need to be into GymSports NZ 15 Dec – XTND mentoring sheets due (Year 1 and 2) 16 Dec – Practical Coaching Hours sheets are due
Displays Galore at Franklin
Franklin Gymsports celebrated another fantastic year in gymnastics at their awards celebration on 18 November. Displays from the competitive, Gym For All and the new disabilities class enthralled the large crowd of parents and supporters. With the emphasis on fun, the displays showcased all that is good about gymsports and the significant role it plays in the Franklin community. Coaches also … Read More
Athletes Thank Anonymous Sponsor
The Auckland artistic gymnastics team this year, had their entry fees to the 2016 NZ Gymsports Championships generously paid for by an anonymous sponsor. Above and below, are their thank yous to the generous person who paid for all 56 athletes to compete in Invercargill.
2015 Champion Returns As Coach
Attending his first New Zealand Gymsports Championships as a coach, we speak to 2014 Commonwealth Games Bronze medallist and 2015 NZ MAG Champion David Bishop (Tri Star Gymnastics, about how his experience was different from being a competitor, and how being a competitor has helped his coaching. How many National Championships did you attend as a competitor? I’ve probably … Read More
Tri Star Summer Camps
Tri Star Gymnastics in Mt Roskill are holding their annual Summer Camps from 17-22 January for both juniors and seniors. The Camps have sleep over options, some awesome workshops, a guest Olympian and fun games and challenges. Check out more details, including registration, in their Summer Camps flyer.
Good Luck Auckland/Northland!
Go Auckland, Harbour and Northland! Congratulations to all those who have been named in your code’s Provincial teams – we wish you all the very best of luck at 2016 Gymsports Championships. A big thank you to all coordinators, coaches and team managers who are working hard, organising everything for the big trip south to Invercargill.
Auckland/Northland Planning 2017
Term 3 will be finished soon, which means that planning for 2017 should be well in your thoughts. Although it can be hard to focus on next year with so much currently going on and plenty yet to come this year, it’s really important to start thinking ahead and putting plans in place. Time waits for no one and it … Read More
Auckland/Northland Club Reminders and Upcoming Competitions
Participation Spreadsheets – 3 October A reminder that moveMprove and Participation spreadsheets are due on Monday 3 October which is the day after the 2016 NZ Gymsports Championships finish – please make sure these are submitted in time in spite of the National Champs. Trampoline competition – 13 November The 2016 North Harbour Schools Trampoline Competition is on Sunday 13 … Read More