Module 8 ACR Technical Regulations 2015

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1 Module 8 ACR Technical Regulations 2015 Gymnastics WA October ACR Technical Regulations

2 CONTENTS PAGE 8.1 Acrobatic Gymnastics (ACR) Goals and Objectives Acrobatic Gymnastics Technical Committee (TC) Goal Acrobatic Gymnastics Sport Program Objectives Technical Committee Structure Acrobatic Gymnastics Management and Committee Structure Time of Meeting Committee Composition, Appointments and Job Description Acrobatic Gymnastics Structure Apparatus Acrobatic Gymnastics Competition Structure Divisions National Levels Judging National Levels System General Competition Information Rules of Competition Routine Sheets Awards Badge Testing refer to the GWA Event Handbook Club Invitational Events Qualifying Standards State Championships State Teams Competition Handbook Purpose Competition Dress and Apparatus Dimensions Competition Draws Music Protests Club Duties at Events Competition Etiquette Requirements of Acrobats Requirements of the Coach, Judge, Spectators & Trainee Coaches Number of Coaches permitted on competition floor area Judging Co-ordinator Chair of Judges Panel (CJP) Guidelines for Conducting Invitational Competitions see Module GWA Acrobatic Gymnastics Annual Awards Coach of the Year Junior Acrobats of the Year Senior Acrobats of the Year Elite Acrobats of the Year Official of the Year.. 17 Gymnastics WA 2015 ACR Technical Regulations Page 2

3 MODULE 8: ACROBATIC GYMNASTICS TECHNICAL REGULATIONS 8.1 Acrobatic Gymnastics (ACR) Goals and Objectives Acrobatic Gymnastics Technical Committee (TC) Goal The purpose of the State Acrobatic Gymnastics TC is to develop Acrobatic Gymnastics to an accepted high profile WA sport through improved State performance and participation in safe quality programs. Our Mission Statement reads To develop and promote acrobatic gymnastics within Western Australia by providing the framework to support clubs in their technical development of competitive acrobatics Acrobatic Gymnastics Sport Program Objectives Program and Participation Events Education Promote the Development Schemes Improve public profile of Acrobatic Gymnastics Broaden the scope of participant Assist technical administrators to support Elite (International Stream) and National Level Stream programs Increase participation in all aspects of ACR Develop representation on National GA Committees Promote greater participation at the Club / State and National events Provide the training and support to enable acrobats to develop and compete successfully in the National arena Develop future State representative team acrobats via state training initiatives and Clubs throughout the State to achieve greater numbers of senior acrobats Introduce events and programs to cater for all competitive acrobats Update Judging Accreditation and Educational Packages as per GA Regulations. Update Coaches Accreditation and Educational Packages as per GA Regulations High Performance Culture Develop State Training Initiatives in an effort to establish an effective system which will ensure that the best acrobats are given the best training opportunities Develop an effective State Talent Identification (TID) Program Develop a pathway for Elite Acrobats within the State Gymnastics WA 2015 ACR Technical Regulations Page 3

4 Promote the Elite Pathway of Acrobatic Gymnastics within the State Technical Services and Products Assist Gymnastics Australia in the development and updating of Acrobatic Gymnastics Disseminate information regarding new and updated information Administration and Finance Encourage and support the volunteers involved in the technical and development areas of Acrobatic Gymnastics Establish career paths for judges and coaches Observe budget control To seek sponsorship through government and corporate bodies in conjunction with Gymnastics WA Gymnastics WA 2015 ACR Technical Regulations Page 4

5 8.2 Technical Committee Structure Acrobatic Gymnastics Management and Committee Structure ACR management structure comprises of the Technical and Selection Committees. The ACR management Structure is detailed below: GWA Board GWA Staff GWA Board Executive Committee Gymsports Committee Gymsports Technical Committees ACR Technical Committee Technical Director Coaching Coordinator Judging Coordinator Events Coordinator Committee Member Committee Member Promotions & Communication Member Committee Member Gymsport Sub Committees Clubs / Volunteers Gymnastics WA 2015 ACR Technical Regulations Page 5

6 8.2.2 Time of Meeting The Technical Committee Forum is held once per year. Special Meetings may be convened if necessary. The TC will meet on a Friday evening (unless otherwise agreed by TC members) at least 4 times per year. Please refer to the GWA Event Calendar for meeting dates Committee Composition, Appointments and Job Description See also Module Acrobatic Gymnastics Structure Apparatus Acrobatic Gymnastics uses the traditional sprung floor as per artistic gymnastics. A 12m x 12m sprung floor is compulsory for all competitions: Carpeted tumbling strips at least 3cm thick (generally 7 strips, 2m wide x 14m long) Velcro Joining Strips (to join the carpeted tumbling strips) Floor Edge Wedges or Matting (for all edges) Velcro boundary lines at least 5cm wide (different colour to that of the floor) It is preferred that the sprung floor has at least 1.5m clear space on each side Additional matting up to 15cm will be permitted for the first qualifying competition without incurring a deduction Any matting after the first ACR State Team Trial will incur a deduction as per the current Acrobatic Gymnastics FIG Code of Points Acrobatic Gymnastics Competition Structure Acrobatic Gymnastics is comprised of 3 different streams Level 1 5 Level 1-3 compete in Pairs, Trios and Groups, with any combination of boys and girls. Level 4 & 5 must compete as set out in FIG disciplines. Acrobats in Level 1 5 can compete within a club environment, Club Invitationals, State Events & National Clubs. Club Judges and/or Coaches assess L1 5 within the club system. There is no official pass mark for badge testing Level 6 10 Divisions are as follows: o Women s Pair (2 women) Gymnastics WA 2015 ACR Technical Regulations Page 6

7 o Men s Pair ( 2 men) o Mixed Pair (male base and female top) o Women s trio (3 women) o Men s Four (4 men) Acrobats in the NLP 6 10 program can compete in State events, State Team Trials, State Championships and National Clubs Championships and have the opportunity to be selected onto the State Team and represent WA at the Australian Acrobatics Championships Elite (International Levels) Compete in groups and pairs as per FIG Code of Points. Acrobats in the Elite (International Levels) program can compete in State Events, State Team Trials, State Championships and National Clubs Championships and have the opportunity to be selected onto the State Team to represent WA at the Australian Acrobatics Championships Divisions Acrobatic Gymnastics in Australia is based on two streams a 10 Level System and an Elite Stream. Levels 1 3 are introductory levels which have Club Invitational or State Competitions. Level 1 3 may compete with any music (including with words), provided it is appropriate. Maximum routine length is 2 minutes. Levels 4 5 are compulsory levels as set out in the Levels System, performing Balance and Dynamic Routines, which have State and National events. Levels 6 10 are optional levels based on requirements from the NLP and International rules, performing Balance and Dynamic routines (and also Combined Routines for Level 8 10), which have State and National events. Elite (International Levels) Routine include optional and compulsory skills based on requirements from both the NLP and International Manuals (see GA website for more details), performing Balance, Dynamic and Combined Routines (Exception - 11 to 16 Age Group do not perform a Combined routine) Transfers and Changing Streams and Levels Upon application to the State Technical Committee (TC), acrobats are permitted to change levels and / or streams. Acrobats must put their request in writing to the GWA ACR TC two weeks prior to the event. A group that enters an event may change the structure of the group entered upon request if the circumstances are unavoidable, provided they follow the Reserve Replacement Rule as outlined in the GWA Events Policy. If acrobats have competed at a Qualifying Competition/State Team Trial in a particular level or division (trio or pair), the acrobats can apply to the ACR TC Gymnastics WA 2015 ACR Technical Regulations Page 7

8 to change their level or division due to extenuating circumstances. This request needs to be received by the TC prior to the event closing date. Exception: an acrobatic pair or group may move to a higher level within a year without seeking TC approval. However, it should be permitted that the acrobats will only be eligible to compete at a State Championships or Australian Championships if they meet the minimum qualification requirement National Levels The Levels System provides a standardised competitive structure and also serves as a valuable resource for coaches and judges. All acrobats participating in the Levels System must be registered members of their State Gymnastics Association. This includes all lower level participants. Whilst the scheme provides an overall development program for use by both coaches and acrobats, it is not intended to be the only source of reference for Acrobatic Gymnastics. Coaches should ensure that they are competent in the teaching of all acrobatic skills that they present to their acrobats. The Level System indicates a measure of competency at each level by the acrobats. Club coaches and judges should ensure that their acrobats demonstrate these levels of competency for the specified competition. The ACR Levels Manual details the skills/routines for the Levels and processes of assessment. The ACR Levels Manual is available from the GA Website Judging National Levels System Execution Artistry CJP Difficulty Beginner Levels 1-3 Intermediate Levels 4-5 Levels 1-5 Intermediate Bronze Levels 1-3 Levels 1-5 Advanced Levels 6-10 Levels 6-10 Advanced Silver Levels 4-10 Levels 6-10 FIG International Stream 8.4 General Competition Information Rules of Competition As per the: o o o o Most recent FIG Code of Points (the current version can be found on the FIG website) ACR Competition Handbook 2015 and beyond State Technical Regulations Tables of Difficulty (see FIG website) Gymnastics WA 2015 ACR Technical Regulations Page 8

9 8.4.2 Routine Sheets Proforma Routine Sheets found in the National Levels Manual and the GA website must be used for Levels Routine Sheets must be ed to the current judging co-ordinator 7 days prior to competition day or at a time stated by the Organizing Committee for all exercises for Levels A Judging deduction of 0.3 per routine for Late Entry of Routine Sheets is applicable per pair/group. Routine Sheets must include skills, both partner/group and individual skills listed and drawn in order of appearance in the routine with the assigned value and page number listed from the FIG Tables of Difficulty and the National Levels Program. Routine sheets need to be completed on the current template that can be found in the current GA National Program Manual or the GA website under Acrobatic Gymnastics. Value for a new element not found in the FIG Table of Difficulty, must be valued by the FIG Technical Committee and approval in writing and be submitted with the routine sheets before they are accepted in Australian events. (New element Registration Form can be found in the FIG Tables of Difficulty). Help for routine sheets is on the GA website, alternatively consult your Club s Senior Acrobatics judge or the ACR judging co-ordinator Awards Please refer to the GWA Events Handbook ACR Badge Testing Refer to GWA Event Handbook - ACR Acrobats may badge test at ALL Qualification Competitions, State Team Trials, Loftus Challenge & Judges Invitational; however acrobats MUST pass their badge prior to or at an event before they are eligible for awards. Acrobats must have passed their badge to be eligible to compete at State Championships. To Pass a Badge: The club must be affiliated with GWA The Acrobat must be registered Acrobats must meet the badge test pass mark as set out in the GWA Event Handbook ACR Club Invitational Events Clubs wishing to conduct a sanctioned club competition must apply in writing to the ACR Technical Committee at least one month prior to the competition date. Refer to the GWA Event Policy for further information. A Control Test is not a Badge Test. Gymnastics WA 2015 ACR Technical Regulations Page 9

10 8.4.6 Qualifying Standards State Championships Level 1-3 The Acrobats must have achieved their badge prior to State Championships Level 4-5 Athletes must obtain the qualification total score of 40 in at least one GWA sanctioned event prior to closing date to be eligible to compete in State Championships Level 6-10 & International Levels The Acrobats must pass their badge in a GWA Qualification Competition / State Team Selection Trial Badge Test pass marks: Level Pass mark Where obtained 1 5 n/a In club 6 7 & & 12-18, 13-19, Senior State Sanctioned event State Teams Selection Objectives To nominate the best possible team to represent Western Australia successfully. To gain the highest team score possible. To maintain acrobats in the sport Qualifying Standards Australian Championships Acrobats must meet the required qualification score at an ACR Qualification Competition / State Team Trial. Acrobats must qualify for the State Team in the same level that they are entering the Australian Championships. Acrobats must pass the level at or before the ACR State Team Trial / Qualification Competitions. International Level athletes must meet the qualification standard specified by GA Head Coach Job Description As per the GWA Head Coach Job Description (as stated in the Head Coach Nomination form), as well as the following: Gymnastics WA 2015 ACR Technical Regulations Page 10

11 Evaluate and adapt acrobat s routines in conjunction with team coaches Chair coaches meeting prior to and post competitions The Head Coach has the final authority on the inclusion or exclusion of skills in the acrobat s routines Liaise with Judges concerning the acrobats routines Selection Criteria for Head Coach Advanced or higher coaching accreditation. Demonstrated coaching experience at Australian Championships. Demonstrated ability to provide effective leadership and develop an appropriate training program that meets the need of State Team acrobats. Demonstrated ability to monitor and adapt acrobat s routines. Have good interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills. Have working knowledge of the current FIG Code of Points and National Levels system Process of Selection of Athletes As per the GWA State Team Selection Policy National & International Athletes Selection Criteria Eligibility for Selection As per the GWA State Team Selection Policy Selection Criteria L6 10: To be eligible for the State team, athletes must pass their badge and compete in a minimum of one qualification competition / state team trial in the year of selection. International Levels: Athletes need to obtain the relevant National Qualification Scores at any given qualifying competition / state team trial. L6 & 7 A total of 5 groups per level from each discipline will be selected to represent Western Australia at the Australian Championships. L8 10/Elite Unlimited groups may represent Western Australia at the Australian Championships. In the event that more than the maximum amount of groups allowed in any one division (L6-7) reach the qualifying score, the following Selection criteria will apply: o Groups will be ranked on the total of their overall scores from the two nominated state team trials / qualification competitions. The top 5 ranked teams will be selected onto the State Team. In the event that any available positions have not been filled by a qualifying group, an additional control test may be offered to allow the acrobats to Gymnastics WA 2015 ACR Technical Regulations Page 11

12 qualify for selection on that team. If this control test occurs after the definitive entries are due, the acrobats are to be entered at the definitive date. The acrobat will be liable for all travel costs incurred by GWA if the acrobat does not qualify at this control test. Any acrobats competing wishing to transfer between National and International streams may do so with the approval of the TC. Written Requests must be received and approved by the TC prior to the State Team Selection Meeting Injury Petitions Injuries Any injured acrobat seeking exemption from any qualification event / sanctioned control test must submit a petition in writing, to the ACR Selection Committee, accompanied by a medical certificate prior to the commencement of the event/test. The acrobat must be able to demonstrate their performance readiness to satisfaction of the ACR Selection Committee and be able to perform routines to the standard of the competition in question. In the event of an injury sustained during a competition, the club is able to apply, in writing, to the TC for the acrobat to be included in a control test. Any acrobat who is being considered for the State Team, but through injury petition has not been selected, may attend State Team training. Due to injury petition, the club is able to apply, in writing, for the group to be included in a control test. If injury occurs at an event, a group may be allowed a further qualification opportunity pending an injury petition. The acrobats must show competition readiness at a testing with at least 2 Judges prior to the selection date. Injury petitions will not be entertained after said date. Injury Petitions will only be considered if there are available spots on the team. Cause for Removal Before the removal of an acrobat can even be considered, consultation with the acrobat's personal coach will take place to remind them of the relevant standard(s) and consequences for not abiding by these standards. An acrobat may be removed from the Team, if in the opinion of the Selection Committee relative standards have not been observed. If an acrobat has an injury, illness or any extenuating circumstance (including unsatisfactory training) that, in the opinion of the Selection Committee, renders him/her unable to perform to the required competitive standard, he/she may be removed from the Team. If an acrobat breaches or fails to fulfil any requirement of the Anti-Doping Policy of GA, they will be considered for removal Coach Selection Criteria Hold a Minimum Intermediate Coach Accreditation Ability to attend all State training and meetings Gymnastics WA 2015 ACR Technical Regulations Page 12

13 Agree to follow the directions of the Head Coach, Team Manager and Head of Delegation Demonstrated ability to work with all team members and develop team spirit Demonstrated coaching experience at the level applied for Demonstrate professional behaviour during the preceding year Should there be a restriction on the number of coaches in the team, preference will be given to those coaches who have acrobats in the team Selection Criteria for Judges Please refer to the GWA State Team Selection Policy Appeals Process Please refer to the GWA Appeals and Grievances Regulations Club Requirements If a club has two or more groups in a State team, then the club must be prepared to supply a coach to attend all State Training sessions and to travel with the team. Coaches will be subject to the approval of the Selection Committee Competition Handbook Purpose The FIG Code of Points and GA Technical Regulations provide governance for all Acrobatic Gymnastics Rules and Regulations. This Handbook provides Acrobatic Gymnastics GWA with competition rules and regulations. The Handbook shall be used in conjunction with the FIG Code of Points and Technical Regulations Competition Dress and Apparatus Dimensions As per the FIG Code of Points or National Levels Manual. In addition to these, further State rules do apply: Athletes Women must compete in a leotard, one-piece suit or leotard with skirt (bike pants are not permitted). Men must perform in a leotard/shirt and longs/shorts, or a one-piece suit. If leotards or one-piece suits include sleeves, they must be tight fitting. Acrobats may perform with or without footwear. Loose clothing is not permitted. Level 4-10: Balance, Dynamic and Combined routines Leotards may be a club or an optional design to complement a routine theme. Jewellery is not permitted (earrings, bracelets, watches etc) Tattoos/Body Piercing should be covered/ removed by attire or skin tone taping. All ear piercing objects/jewellery are to be removed. Coaches Refer to the GWA Event Policy Judges Judges should wear the following: Men: Black jacket, white shirt, tie (dark), black trousers, black shoes. Women - Black jacket, white blouse, black skirt/trousers, black shoes. CJP may wear a pale blue shirt/blouse Competition Draws For all ACR events competition will start with Balance routines. If double panelled, Starting Routine will be drawn. Individual competition Acrobats start order will be drawn. Gymnastics WA 2015 ACR Technical Regulations Page 13

14 Music All competitions require music to be submitted 7 days prior to competition day or at a time stated by the Organizing Committee for all exercises. o Music must be submitted to the GWA Event Officer on, USB or online (e.g. Dropbox). o Audio tracks must be provided as either MP3 or WAV files. o The USB may contain all of the pair/group music tracks. Track names must include the following details: Competitor Names Representative State or Club Level (e.g. Level 7) Event (i.e. W2, M2, MX, W3, M4) Routine (e.g. balance) At State Championships music is to be provided on USB to the announcer s desk prior to competition registration. o The CD/USB may contain all of the pair/group music tracks. Track names must include the following details: Competitor Names Representative State or Club Level (e.g. Level 7) Event (i.e. W2, M2, MX, W3, M4) Routine (e.g. balance) L1-3 music may have words. Any lyrics must be appropriate A back-up Audio CD should be present at all competitions (this disc may contain all of the pair/group music tracks) Protests A coach is only permitted to query a Difficulty Score. This must be with the CJP. Video evidence is not admissible Club Duties at Events Please refer to the GWA Event Policy 8.5 Competition Etiquette Please refer to the GWA Event Policy Requirements of the Acrobats Please refer to the GWA Event Policy as well as the following: Acrobats must leave the podium immediately after the exercise. Gymnastics WA 2015 ACR Technical Regulations Page 14

15 If an acrobat is injured during the competition, and leaves the competition area for more than 10 minutes, the acrobat will be considered unable to continue the competition. Communication between the coach and the CJP should avoid delay in the competition. Acrobats must not have contact with spectators during the competition Requirements of the Coach, Judge, Spectators & Trainee Coaches Please refer to the GWA Event Policy Number of Coaches permitted on the competition floor area In an individual competition: 1 coach per pair/group is permitted on the floor area Judging Co-ordinator The Judging Co-ordinator must: Advise Head Judges and Panel Judges of their appointment and the exact events they shall judge at least one day prior to the competition Evaluate the performance of Head Judges and Panel Judges at GA events Be responsible for the organisation and workings of all judging panels Recommend Head Judges and Panel Judges and the exact events they shall judge to the competition organising committee at least two days prior to the competition Declare the correct positioning of boundary lines (at least 5 cm wide) on the competition floor Enforce the National height restrictions on competitors and inform Head Judges if deductions are necessary Reports to Clubs re: acrobats routines and explain deductions after the competition Chair of Judges Panel (CJP) The CJP must: Organise and supervise the work of judges in the panel To attend all competition meetings To meet with Difficulty Judge before competition to determine the difficulty of exercises in Levels 7 10 To follow the direction of the Judging Coordinator/ Jury of Appeal To signal the start of the exercise To keep accurate records, including special requirements, time faults, execution, time/ length of routine and artistic errors Check that the range of scores is within the tolerance Ensure Judges are making notes about the routines (deductions) Gymnastics WA 2015 ACR Technical Regulations Page 15

16 Comply with all requests from the Head Judge and Judging Coordinator Ensure Panel Judges do not supply explanations to coaches, officials about the judging evaluation or procedures during the competition Report the performance of their Panel members to the Judging Coordinator 8.6 Guidelines for Conducting Invitational Competitions Please refer to the GWA Event Policy. 8.7 GWA Acrobatic Gymnastics Annual Awards Coach of the Year Nominations will be invited in each of the following categories: Achievement Coach Encouragement Awards: o Rookie o Long Service o Community Two awards from among these categories will be selected by the Technical Committee following nominations. Encourage clubs and individuals to send in nominations for the awards. The award can be given to an individual or a team. Information on the Coach Encouragement Awards can be found in the GWA Regulations Association Awards. Achievement Award: Points system based on the criteria outlined below. Criteria: Must have represented WA as a coach at a State, National or International level in the Year the award applies to. Must have acrobats actively competing in State, National or International events. Must have acrobats on a State or National team. Must be actively contributing to the education and development of Acrobatic Gymnastics athletes in WA. Points system: Medal at State Event Medal at State Championships Acrobat Pair / Group on State team State Champion Top 5 place at National Event Medal at National Event Pair / Group on National Squad 1pt 3pts 3pts 3pts 5pts 10pts 10pts Gymnastics WA 2015 ACR Technical Regulations Page 16

17 National Champion Australian Representative 15pts 15pts Junior Acrobats of the Year Acrobats who competed in L6 & 7 are eligible for this award The award will be presented to the acrobatic group or pair who received the highest overall score when their overall score from Australian Championships (including National Clubs) and their best score from the State Championships Competitions are added together Any Acrobatic group/pair who win a medal at Australian Championships shall have the following points added to their final score from that event: o Gold Medal an additional 1.00 o Silver Medal an additional 0.70 o Bronze Medal an additional Senior Acrobats of the Year Acrobats who competed in Level 8 10 are eligible for this award The award will be presented to the acrobatic pair or group who received the highest total score when the following are combined o Two Highest Scoring Routines from Australian Championships o Two Highest Scoring Routines from a Qualification Competition / State Team Trial Any Acrobatic group/pair who win a medal at Australian Championships shall have the following points added to their final score from that event: o Gold Medal an additional 1.00 o Silver Medal an additional 0.70 o Bronze Medal an additional Elite Acrobats of the Year Acrobats who compete at the Elite level (Age Group 11-16, 12-18, or Senior). The award will be presented to the acrobatic pair or group who received the highest total score when the following are combined o Two Highest Scoring Routines from Australian Championships o Two Highest Scoring Routines from a Qualification Competition / State Team Trial Any Acrobatic group/pair who win a medal at Australian Championships shall have the following points added to their final score from that event: o Gold Medal an additional 1.00 o Silver Medal an additional 0.70 o Bronze Medal an additional 0.50 Gymnastics WA 2015 ACR Technical Regulations Page 17

18 8.7.5 Official of the Year Please refer to the GWA Regulations Association Awards Nominations will be invited in each of the following categories: Official of the Year and the three Judge Encouragement Awards outlined in the GWA Regulations Association Awards (Rookie, Long Service and Community). Two awards from among these categories will be selected by the Technical Committee following the close of nominations for the GWA Annual Awards. Gymnastics WA 2015 ACR Technical Regulations Page 18