CLASS HANDBOOK and FAQs
Welcome! Here is everything you need to know about policies, make-up classes, reminders, etc. Please read it carefully.
SAFETY REMINDERS
WAIVER
You MUST SIGN a waiver and release form. If you signed up through our website, we have it on file. If you signed up over the phone, you can sign one when you come to the gym, or print one out here and bring it with you on your first day.
PROPER ATTIRE
All clothing should be appropriate for moving, stretching and going upside down. Leotards are ideal (but not required) for girls, and shorts with t-shirts for boys. Everyone must have bare feet and hair pulled back securely and neatly. Leggings and long sleeves are encouraged in cold weather. We have a small selection of leotards for sale at the gym.
HAIR ELASTICS
Please remember to have your hair pulled back securely and neatly! Wearing a hair tie as a bracelet is a great way to make sure you won’t forget…especially if you come to gymnastics directly from school.
MAJOR RULES
NO RUNNING, horseplay or gymnastics in the lobby! NO CLIMBING the trees outside. NO PLAYING behind the bushes or in the garden. NO GUM in the gym. NO GLASS containers of any kind. NO DOGS in the lobby. NO children left unattended inside/outside/in cars in the parking lot.
PEANUTS
If you bring food to the gym containing peanuts, please make sure to wash your hands and wipe down the table. Please ask the office for cleaning solution and paper towels.
ILLNESS
Colds, Flu, Pink Eye, Lice, etc. – Please DO NOT send your child to the gym if they stayed home from school due to illness, fever, lice and/or nits, etc.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
CAN I LEAVE DURING MY CHILD’S CLASS TIME?
Sure! However, we recommend staying to watch the first few classes until your child is comfortable with you leaving. Please remind them to wait INSIDE at the end of class and make sure to have a cell phone number on file in the office. Of course, we ask that you stay if your child needs help going to the bathroom.
IS THERE AN OPEN GYM TIME?
Pre-school open gym is Thursdays (during the school year) from 11:30am-12:30pm ($10/child). Unfortunately we do not have a regular open gym time for older kids. However, Holiday Open Gym is the weekend between Christmas and New Years. This is a great time to show off your skills and play. You don’t have to be a student to attend. Look out for dates and times in December.
WHEN IS THE LAST CLASS OF THE SEMESTER?
Monday – January 30, 2017
Tuesday – January 24, 2017
Wednesday – February 1, 2017
Thursday – February 2, 2017
Saturday – February 11, 2017
WHEN CAN I REGISTER FOR THE SPRING SEMESTER?
Pre-registration for the spring semester will begin Monday, January 2, 2017. All current students will have the opportunity to keep their spot for the spring semester if you sign up between January 2 and 16, 2017.
HOW MUCH DOES IT COST?
See Rates Page
WHAT IS YOUR PAYMENT POLICY?
If your child is attending one class per week, the full semester payment must be made on or before the first class. If your child is attending two or more classes per week, or you have two or more children enrolled, half of the semester payment is due on or before the first class and the balance by the 5th class. Missed classes cannot be deducted from the semester fee.
WHAT IS YOUR REFUND POLICY?
A refund will be given for any unattended classes during the first 4 weeks of the semester. After 4 weeks, no refunds will be given, except for serious illness or injury (doctor’s note required).
CAN I DO A MAKEUP CLASS?
Each child is allowed one makeup class per semester. If your class is cancelled due to inclement weather, you may sign up for more than one make up class. You MUST SIGN UP for the makeup class in the office. This semester make up classes will be offered on:TBD
WHAT HAPPENS IF YOU HAVE TO CANCEL CLASSES IN BAD WEATHER?
We will announce weather cancellations on our website and on the office voice mail (413-256-6990). We are often open even when schools are closed so please be sure to check online or call. (See also Makeup Class)
WHAT IS THE INSTRUCTOR TO STUDENT RATIO?
There is one instructor per 8 students in a school-age class and one instructor per 6 students in a preschool class.
HOW CAN MY CHILD JOIN THE COMPETITIVE TEAM?
If we think that your child has the strength, flexibility, and work ethic for competitive gymnastics, we will invite them to join one of our pre-team groups. If your child was on the competitive team at a different gym, please call and set up an evaluation with one of our team coaches.
SAFETY REMINDERS
WAIVER
You MUST SIGN a waiver and release form. If you signed up through our website, we have it on file. If you signed up over the phone, you can sign one when you come to the gym, or print one out here and bring it with you on your first day.
PROPER ATTIRE
All clothing should be appropriate for moving, stretching and going upside down. Leotards are ideal (but not required) for girls, and shorts with t-shirts for boys. Everyone must have bare feet and hair pulled back securely and neatly. Leggings and long sleeves are encouraged in cold weather. We have a small selection of leotards for sale at the gym.
HAIR ELASTICS
Please remember to have your hair pulled back securely and neatly! Wearing a hair tie as a bracelet is a great way to make sure you won’t forget…especially if you come to gymnastics directly from school.
MAJOR RULES
NO RUNNING, horseplay or gymnastics in the lobby! NO CLIMBING the trees outside. NO PLAYING behind the bushes or in the garden. NO GUM in the gym. NO GLASS containers of any kind. NO DOGS in the lobby. NO children left unattended inside/outside/in cars in the parking lot.
PEANUTS
If you bring food to the gym containing peanuts, please make sure to wash your hands and wipe down the table. Please ask the office for cleaning solution and paper towels.
ILLNESS
Colds, Flu, Pink Eye, Lice, etc. – Please DO NOT send your child to the gym if they stayed home from school due to illness, fever, lice and/or nits, etc.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
CAN I LEAVE DURING MY CHILD’S CLASS TIME?
Sure! However, we recommend staying to watch the first few classes until your child is comfortable with you leaving. Please remind them to wait INSIDE at the end of class and make sure to have a cell phone number on file in the office. Of course, we ask that you stay if your child needs help going to the bathroom.
IS THERE AN OPEN GYM TIME?
Pre-school open gym is Thursdays (during the school year) from 11:30am-12:30pm ($10/child). Unfortunately we do not have a regular open gym time for older kids. However, Holiday Open Gym is the weekend between Christmas and New Years. This is a great time to show off your skills and play. You don’t have to be a student to attend. Look out for dates and times in December.
WHEN IS THE LAST CLASS OF THE SEMESTER?
Monday – January 30, 2017
Tuesday – January 24, 2017
Wednesday – February 1, 2017
Thursday – February 2, 2017
Saturday – February 11, 2017
WHEN CAN I REGISTER FOR THE SPRING SEMESTER?
Pre-registration for the spring semester will begin Monday, January 2, 2017. All current students will have the opportunity to keep their spot for the spring semester if you sign up between January 2 and 16, 2017.
HOW MUCH DOES IT COST?
See Rates Page
WHAT IS YOUR PAYMENT POLICY?
If your child is attending one class per week, the full semester payment must be made on or before the first class. If your child is attending two or more classes per week, or you have two or more children enrolled, half of the semester payment is due on or before the first class and the balance by the 5th class. Missed classes cannot be deducted from the semester fee.
WHAT IS YOUR REFUND POLICY?
A refund will be given for any unattended classes during the first 4 weeks of the semester. After 4 weeks, no refunds will be given, except for serious illness or injury (doctor’s note required).
CAN I DO A MAKEUP CLASS?
Each child is allowed one makeup class per semester. If your class is cancelled due to inclement weather, you may sign up for more than one make up class. You MUST SIGN UP for the makeup class in the office. This semester make up classes will be offered on:TBD
WHAT HAPPENS IF YOU HAVE TO CANCEL CLASSES IN BAD WEATHER?
We will announce weather cancellations on our website and on the office voice mail (413-256-6990). We are often open even when schools are closed so please be sure to check online or call. (See also Makeup Class)
WHAT IS THE INSTRUCTOR TO STUDENT RATIO?
There is one instructor per 8 students in a school-age class and one instructor per 6 students in a preschool class.
HOW CAN MY CHILD JOIN THE COMPETITIVE TEAM?
If we think that your child has the strength, flexibility, and work ethic for competitive gymnastics, we will invite them to join one of our pre-team groups. If your child was on the competitive team at a different gym, please call and set up an evaluation with one of our team coaches.
