Recreational Team B and Mason Dixon League

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1 Recreational Team B and Mason Dixon League June 2016 May

2 Top Flight Gymnastics Recreational Team B & Mason-Dixon League Manual TABLE OF CONTENTS Topic Page Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)... 2 Team Options... 3 Top Flight and CMGO... 3 Goals of Program... 4 Schedules... 6 Attire... 7 Commitment to Team... 8 Special Events Expenses Calendar

3 FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS What forms must I complete at registration? Non-Competitive Option Registration Form Mason-Dixon League (Competitive Option) Registration Form Team Membership Agreement Parental Obligations Form Health History Physician s Report Emergency Treatment Authorization & Copy of Insurance Card (front and back) Mason-Dixon League Registration Form (available & required in Fall, usually Sept.) Top Flight Registration Fee and CMGO Membership Fee are also due at registration. Note that some forms require your signature, some must be notarized and others are to be completed by your child s physician. Please plan accordingly so that all forms may be returned to the Team Director during the week prior to the first June workout! How do I know what is going on? There are many forms of communication with the team. Always have your gymnast check their in-house mailbox for notices and be sure to check the CMGO bulletin board in the hallway and the Top Flight website. Holiday closings and team schedules are provided with your handbook. A meet schedule is provided to all gymnasts and posted on the CMGO bulletin board and website(topflightgymmd.com). Urgent communications and other updates are frequently shared through and/or phone calls and are often posted on the website. The Top Flight website has a CMGO Boosters page for posts with team information. All team info and documents are in the competitive pages of the website. The URL is: How do I set up a meeting with the Team Director? Direct any additional questions about the gym, the team, and their operation, to the Team Director. Call the gym at to set up an appointment during the day or on a weekend. The Team Director is available most weekdays between 3:00 and 4:00 pm. 2

4 TEAM OPTIONS Recreational Team B (Rec B) is open to gymnasts in grades 5 and up. Top Flight Gymnastics offers two options for Rec B. 1. The first option is a non-competitive program that allows for the development of increasingly advanced skills. These skills may then be developed into routines. 2. The second option is a recreational competitive program, called the Mason Dixon League Team, which will help the gymnast learn new skills and develop routines that they will compete in Mason-Dixon League meets. The gymnast will also develop the strength, flexibility, coordination, and endurance necessary to be a recreational competitive gymnast. The Mason Dixon League Team competes in 4-6 meets per year. In order for a gymnast to participate in the Mason Dixon League option, parents or guardians are required to be members of CMGO and fulfill all CMGO obligations. TOP FLIGHT AND CMGO Central Maryland Gymnastics Organization Central Maryland Gymnastics Organization (CMGO) is an organization for parents and guardians of competitive and pre-competitive gymnasts at Top Flight Gymnastics that is dedicated to promoting competitive opportunities for all gymnasts and to supporting the training of gymnastic team members. CMGO works in partnership with Top Flight Gymnastics to maintain state of the art training facilities for gymnasts on Top Flight s teams and represents Top Flight teams at hosted meets. All parents and guardians of competitive and pre-competitive gymnasts on Top Flight teams are required to be members of CMGO and to meet the financial, participation, and time commitment requirements established by the organization. The parents and guardians of gymnasts participating in the Mason-Dixon program are required to be members of CMGO and fulfill all CMGO obligations. Refer to the CMGO Handbook for more information and details. Parents and guardians of gymnasts who choose the non-competitive Rec B option do not participate in CMGO. 3

5 GOALS OF THE PROGRAM Non-Competitive 1. To learn A, B, and C gymnastics elements that can be incorporated into routines. 2. To develop skill levels appropriate for the individual gymnast. 3. To have the opportunity to workout year round so that the gymnast does not need to develop new skills seasonally. Competitive (Mason-Dixon) 1. To foster the development of each gymnast by setting realistic goals that are achievable through challenging. 2. To develop flexibility and strength. 3. To learn optional skills in accordance with the gymnast s physical and emotional characteristics. 4. To progress towards a higher optional level. The following is from the Mason-Dixon rules for It should provide some insight into the league. 4

6 MASON DIXON GYMNASTICS LEAGUE General League Information I. ELIGABILITY A. Club: Clubs may be either privately owned, parks and recreation or YMCA's. Each club must carry their own liability insurance and provide the league with a copy of that insurance when registering and paying the$100 annual Club Registration Fee. Once in the league all clubs are subject to ALL LEAGUE RULES outlined here. Failure to abide by these rules will result in the club and ALL its registered gymnasts being suspended for the remainder of that season forfeiting all monies paid. B. Gymnasts: Gymnasts must be registered through a club and meet all the requirements and/or restrictions listed below: 1. Must have reached their 5th birthday; 2. MAY NOT COMPETE IN ANY OTHER LEAGUE DURING THE MASON DIXON LEAGUE SEASON (Dec 1st - Championships weekend) with the exception of any school sponsored team or organization. II. REGISTRATION AND FEES A. The cost per club is $100 due by August 30, This fee will hold your spots in the league and you may give individual gymnast information and fees no later than September 30, B. The cost per gymnast is $240 and due by September 30, The league will accept checks from the club, the parent association or individual parents (if individual checks the host club will be responsible for any and all bank fees). C. No gymnast may be registered at a meet. ALL registrations must come through the main office and we will inform the meet directors. D. Annual fee is not pro- rated regardless of when in the season a gymnast registers. E. Registration fees are non- refundable. You may substitute one gymnast for another for an administrative fee of $25 at anytime during the league. III. JUDGING AND LEVELS A. Since there are no longer any "cross- over" kids the level restrictions no longer apply B. Gymnasts may move up to higher levels at any time during the season at the request of their coach. They may "try- out" a higher level and do one meet at the new level to see how it goes and if unhappy may move back after the one meet. However, if they do a second meet at the higher level they then must compete the higher level the rest of the season to include championships 5

7 C. Coaches who find they have registered a gymnast at the wrong level for the first meet may move the gymnast back a level before the second meet. However, if they do a second meet at the higher level they must stay at that level for the remainder of the season. D. Gymnasts who have been injured may be petitioned back to a lower level when they return to competition. Cases will be decided on an individual basis by league officials. E. All levels are judged by USAG judges using Mason Dixon Gymnastics League Rules and Restrictions. The Rules and Restrictions have been reviewed by Maryland optional judges to ensure that they are clear and reasonably compatible with the USAG Code of Points. F. If a gymnast scores a or higher in the all around at the same level in two of the first three meets of the season that gymnast must either move up a level for the next competition or she may remain at the current level but will NOT be eligible for awards at that level. This will be strictly enforced. IV. AWARDS A. Age divisions will be decided upon by League officials and every effort will be made to keep the groups small enough to give most gymnasts the opportunity to win an award. B. A gymnasts competitive age is the age she will be as of the date of the last day of the Championship meet. C. Awards will be given to a minimum of 50% in every age group. D. All ties will be broken at al all meets. Ties will be broken using the USAG Tie Breaking Rules. There will be one exception: If an age group goes 6 places and there is a 8 way tie for 6th place, there will be no tie breaker. ALL 8 gymnasts will receive a 6th place award and be called up to the podium. E. Medals and ribbons will be given out for all regular season meets and Trophies and ribbons will be given out at Championship. There will only be Team Awards presented at Championships not during the regular season. V. COMPETITIONS A. Member clubs are asked to host meets as dates become available. If you are interested in hosting a meet please refer to the "Meet Host" information flyer available on our website. B. The League pays host clubs $10 per gymnast and provides all awards. C. Judges are obtained and paid for by the League. The league will pay for lodging for judges if required. D. The host club is expected to provide competitor gifts/goodie bags for each gymnast. E. Admission will be charged by the host club but may not exceed $5 per adult (12+), $3 per child (3-11) under 3 yrs will be free. 6

8 F. All gymnasts will be automatically registered for every competition. It is up to the individual clubs to report their scratches to the LEAGUE OFFICE and we will notify the meet directors. THIS IS MANDATORY! G. No new registration may be taken at a competition. All new registrations must go through the League office prior to the competition. H. Any change in level for a gymnast must first be reported to the League office. I. Qualifying to Championships is automatically done by competing in two regularly season meets. The gymnast does not have to compete all around at these meets, just compete a minimum of one event at each one. J. All cell phones should be turned off on the competition floor. Gymnasts should not be texting during competition. VI. COMPETITIVE ATTIRE A. All gymnasts must be in a leotard (short or long sleeves. There is no "uniform" rule requiring all gymnasts from one club to be in the same leotard. Bra straps and panties should not be visible. B. Hair should be anchored back in a way that allows the judges to see the gymnasts face at all times. Long hair should be pulled back and preferably in a bun so that it does not touch the equipment or cause a distraction to the judges. C. Gymnasts may not wear necklaces, bracelets, anklets, rings of any kind, dangling earrings or hoops (studs only). They should not have hair glitter or nail polish on during competitions. VII. HOSTING A COMPETITION A. Facility/Equipment: Make sure that you have sufficient landing mats and springboards. All matting used during the competition must be professionally manufactured gymnastics mats. B. Volunteers: Remember...too many is always better than too few. If you use children as volunteers for running/flashing or other activities, make sure they are old enough to understand the requirements and responsibilities of the task and please provide adult supervision. C. Judges: The League will arrange for judges and their payment. Host clubs will provide on- site hospitality for judges. They really appreciate being fed well! Please provide light snacks, water and/or coffee on the judges tables during competition and all required meals. D. Scoring: The League uses Pro- Score for scoring and will provide the host club with a copy of it if necessary. The League will also provide a backup copy of all the gymnasts that can then be uploaded to the program. It is the Meet Directors responsibility then to e- mail the League a backup copy of the completed competition in Pro- Score. 7

9 E. Awards: The league will provide all the awards for the competition. It is up to the Meet Director to make sure that they are given out properly according to the league rules. F. Goodie Bags/Competitor Gifts: These are not required by greatly appreciated. VIII. COACHES/JUDGES CODE OF CONDUCT Meet directors and league officials will have the authority to issue "WARNINGS" to individuals who do not follow the examples listed below. Two warnings in a season will result in a one meet suspension for that individual. A third warning during the same season will result in suspension for the remainder of the season for that individual. A. It is the responsibility of each coach to ensure that all competition is conducted according to Mason Dixon Gymnastics League Rules & Level Guidelines. Coaches are required to act in a mature, polite, respectful and disciplined manner, with complete integrity. It is their responsibility to see that their teams also are disciplined and behave properly. B. Judges may be greeted by a representative of the host institution before the start of competition. In addition, coaches are permitted to formally acknowledge and greet judges in a cordial manner prior to the start of competition. Conversations with a chief judge or meet referee for purposes of changing a lineup or discussing an inquiry after initiated by the judge remain permissible. C. Coaches shall avoid even the appearance of soliciting partisanship from the judges. D. It is the responsibility of each coach to see that every meet is conducted with full regard for the safety of and most fair competition for all gymnasts. E. No coach or competitor shall participate in a judges' conference, or be within hearing distance of such conferences. F. Each coach should assist actively in promoting positive relations among all participants. G. Coaches shall ensure that competitors exhibit dignity in manner and dress when representing their club. Mason Dixon League Parent Information Handout Season The Mason Dixon League provides gymnasts with a fun and safe atmosphere in which to enjoy competitive gymnastics. Our emphasis is on having fun while using your skills to the best of your ability. We want ensure that every gymnast gets the same opportunity to compete equally and safely. When attending meets with your child, please keep in mind that your hosts are all parents volunteering their time, so please be good guests. Without these volunteers who are willing to host meets, there would be no League If the meet doesn t run like clockwork, if the facilities aren t as nice as yours, remember how hard everyone has worked to provide the opportunity for your child to compete. If you have serious complaints, please pass them along through your gym owner. 8

10 LEAGUE RULES Competition Area: Please sit only in the designated spectator areas. Unless marked, all mats and equipment are off limits to spectators. At every meet, there is a marked area that designates the competition area. Do not sit or stand inside this area and do not allow your other children to play inside this area it is not safe for either the spectator or the competitors when other people are in the competitive area. Remember, you are guests at the host gym, so please treat their facilities as you would want them to treat yours. Photography: NO FLASH PHOTOGRAPHY IS ALLOWED UNTIL ALL COMPETITORS HAVE COMPLETED EVERY EVENT. The distraction can be very dangerous to a gymnast. You may take flash photography during the awards ceremony. Video cameras are welcome without spotlights but all taping must be done from the spectator area. Adornments: Gymnasts may not wear necklaces, bracelets, ankle bracelets, rings of any kind, dangling earrings (small studs in the ears are okay, no hoops), hair glitter or nail polish during competition. Cell Phones: Please turn off your cell phones when you enter the meet. If you need to make or receive a call, go into the lobby or outside. Cheering Do not speak or signal to your gymnast from the sidelines during competition. Cheering is allowed but never boo a score or attempt to distract a competitor. Scoring/Awards Any serious concerns you have about your child s scores should be taken up with her coach after the meet. Do not interrupt the awards ceremony. Do not come out onto the competitive area during awards to get your child. All gymnasts should remain for the entire awards ceremony. Every child deserves the chance to be recognized for her performance in the meet; remember, other parents have stayed to watch your child receive an award, so you need to return the favor and stay until all the awards are presented. Injuries If your child is injured during competition, do not come down onto the floor. This puts the other competitors at risk and does not help your child. Your coach can handle the 9

11 immediate problems. Once your child leaves the competitive area hugs and comfort from you are of course the best medicine. Complaints If you have complaints about League procedures or about a specific meet, please take them to your gym owner. They can contact the League on your behalf, which is the most effective way to address problems. We want the League to be a good experience for everyone and we will address your concerns to the best of our ability.. End Mason-Dixon League Info SCHEDULES Practice During the pre-season (June through December), all Rec B gymnasts have two practices per week. Gymnasts must register for two of the three practice days offered. Gymnasts may not attend Rec B practices on days for which they are not registered. Both competitive and non-competitive gymnasts may sign up for an additional third workout for an additional charge. During the competitive season (December through May), gymnasts competing in the Mason-Dixon League have three practices per week. Competition Mason-Dixon meets are usually scheduled on Saturdays and Sundays. There will be approximately four to six competitions in which the gymnast may be asked to participate. Choreography (Mason-Dixon only) A choreographed floor exercise routine is required for MDL competition. Team members may choose a choreographer of their own or may talk to the Team Director for more information. MDL floor routine choreography expenses are solely the responsibility of the team member. 10

12 TEAM WORKOUT SCHEDULE Rec Team B (non-competitive) 2 or 3 days a week Tuesday Thursday Friday 7:00 8:30 p.m. 7:00 8:30 p.m. Additional workouts 6:30 8:15 p.m. (available September thru May only) * Note Gymnast must select which days of the week to attend practice at the time of registration. The gymnast may add an additional practice during the available times. Rec Team B (Mason-Dixon) 2 or 3 days a week Sept Dec / 3 days a week Jan - May Tuesday Thursday Friday 7:00 8:30 p.m. 7:00 8:30 p.m. Additional workouts 6:30 8:15 p.m. (available September thru May only) * Note A competitive gymnast must register for three practices from December May. During the remainder of the year, the gymnast may choose to register for two or three practice days per week. If electing to practice only two days per week, the gymnast must specify which days of the week she will attend practice. Practice Attire ATTIRE The following items should be brought to every practice: Leotard No ruffles, skirts or fringe Tank style bathing suits are acceptable, no suits with straps or ties No unitards Hair ties Must be made of soft materials Warm-up pants and jacket Sweat suit style, cotton No tights allowed Grips and wristbands No Velcro, only buckle grips allowed * A black tank style leotard (sleeveless) is required for team pictures that are taken in the fall, usually in early October. 11

13 Competitive Attire (Mason-Dixon only) The competitive attire will be selected during the pre-season training and will consist of a leotard and warm-up jacket. Ordering information, including guidelines for measurements and sizing, will be distributed through gymnasts mailboxes. Orders should be placed in August in order to receive leotards in time for team pictures in the fall. Lockers Each gymnast will be issued a locker. It is the gymnast s responsibility to: Keep the locker clean, inside and out. Put all clothing and gear in the locker when not being used. Not leave anything out in the practice area. Be sure that lockers are closed when not in use. Gymnast COMMITMENT TO TEAM The gymnast s responsibilities are as follows: 1. To have long hair tied back 2. To have no jewelry or make-up on during practice 3. To take shoes off when entering the practice area 4. To be safety conscious for oneself and for fellow teammates 5. To ask permission of a coach to use the phone 6. To check personal mailboxes for notices each practice day 7. To assist in cleaning/upkeep of gym 8. To refrain from the use of tobacco, alcohol, and illegal drugs Parents (non-competitive) The parent s responsibilities are as follows: 1. To assume all financial responsibilities and to fill out all appropriate forms when requested. 2. To adhere to the policy that there is no smoking allowed at Top Flight Gymnastics Center, Inc. Parents of Rec Team B non-competitive gymnasts are encouraged, but not required, to be actively involved in the parent s organization (CMGO) by helping with fundraising, working at meets, etc. 12

14 Parents (Mason-Dixon only) All parents of Top Flight Competitive Team members must be responsible for supporting their gymnast in meeting their commitment to the team and for fulfilling financial obligations to the gym and the parent organization (CMGO) in a timely fashion. A Mason-Dixon League registration form will need to be completed when forms are made available, usually in September. General 1. To be an active member of the parent organization (CMGO) and to attend all quarterly parent meetings. To meet both financial obligations and participation requirements to CMGO. All members of CMGO have the following obligations: Fund raising Each family must meet a fund raising requirement as established by the CMGO Executive Board each year in May. Each family must contribute to the Activity Account as determined by the Executive Board. Participation Attend quarterly general membership meetings Participate in, and support, all CMGO sponsored events(not required) A team rep (parent) must be appointed/elected each year to attend monthly board meetings on behalf of the team and serve as a communication liaison between CMGO organization and team members. Please refer to the CMGO Handbook for full details regarding the organization and parental obligations. 2. To assume all financial responsibilities and to fill out all appropriate forms when requested. Failure to meet financial deadlines (for commitments to Top Flight and CMGO) may result in your child s temporary suspension from practice and competitions until debt is cleared. 3. To assume responsibility for your child s attendance at practices, exhibitions, and meets, including sending notices and calling in for sickness, homework or injury. To make a sincere effort to get your child to all practices. 13

15 4. To call the Team Director if your child must miss practice due to illness and to alert the Team Director, through the receptionist, if your child is taking any medications (over-the-counter or prescription) or complaining of any injury. 5. To allow your gymnast to complete all training assignments before leaving the gym, even if practice is running late. 6. Gymnasts age 7 or older may be dropped off for practice in the front or back of the gym. Gymnasts under the age of 7 should be escorted into the lobby by an adult. Gymnasts may not wait for their ride outside the gym building alone. Gymnasts must be picked up in the front of they gym. 7. To remember that during practice sessions, parents are not allowed to communicate with their child or with the coaches. Please do not try to gain the gymnast s attention from the waiting area. This practice is dangerous to all the gymnasts because it could lead to an interruption of concentration of any of the gymnasts. If there is an emergency or pressing situation, please contact the receptionist or the Team Director and we will send the gymnast to the lobby. 8. To occasionally try to observe (from the lobby) all, or a portion, of a practice. During these times, your child will learn to concentrate better on the activities at hand and not on who is watching. The development of this ability is very beneficial to the gymnast in competition. Disruptions in concentration and poor handling of stress result in negative experiences in gymnastic competition. 9. To control diet and nutrition. 10. It is highly suggested to have a yearly physical exam for your child and have its results filled out on medical forms supplied by, and returned to the Front Office by May 31. Yearly Physical Exams are not required. 11. To be a positive influence on your child and the team. 12. To adhere to the policy that there is no smoking allowed at Top Flight Gymnastics Center, Inc. Competition 1. To help provide a positive atmosphere at all meets no matter what the outcome. 2. To not communicate scores to the gymnasts during meets. 3. To never talk to judges during meets or directly following competition. 4. To avoid entering the competition area during a meet. 5. To try not to convey your own nervousness or emotions about competition to your gymnast. Remember that most parents become tense or nervous during competition. Although it can be difficult, if parents can remain at ease before and during competition, it can allow the gymnast to feel less stress, which can improve performance. 6. To provide transportation for your gymnast to and from meets. 7. To serve as a chaperone at meets when asked by the Team Director. 14

16 Team & Individual Photographs SPECIAL EVENTS Team and individual photographs are taken in the fall, usually in October or early November. Team leotard should be ordered by August in order to arrive in time for pictures. Order information for photographs will be made available just before the scheduled picture date. All payments for pictures ordered are due in full by cash or check on the day pictures are taken. Holiday Party and Coach Gifts All team members are invited to attend the annual Holiday Party in December. Gymnasts are invited to participate in a voluntary gift exchange among members of their team. A suggested gift value is posted prior to the party. Team gifts are purchased by CMGO for each of the team coaches. A small, pre-determined amount is withdrawn from the activity accounts of all competitive gymnasts to help pay for the coach gifts. Noncompetitive gymnasts who would like to participate in recognizing the coaches are requested to make a contribution of equal amount, by cash or check made payable to CMGO. End of Year Banquet & Trophies All team members are invited to attend the End of Year Banquet held in late May or early June. Location and cost for the banquet vary somewhat from year to year. CMGO pays for a potion of the banquet cost and provides a participation trophy for competitive gymnasts. Non-competitive gymnasts must purchase a banquet ticket in order to attend the dinner, and must pay for a participation trophy if they desire one. All family members attending the banquet must purchase a ticket. EXPENSES Payable to Top Flight Annual Team Registration Fee, due May 31 of each year Team Practice Fee (Tuition), due the 1 st of each month ($5 late fee if paid after the 7 th ) Payments may be made with Check, Visa, Mastercard, Monthly or Monthly Credit Card debits (see receptionist for auto debit information). Payable to CMGO (Mason-Dixon only) Annual Membership Fee, due May 31 of each year Payments toward Fund Raising requirement Payments to CMGO must be made by Check *See CMGO Handbook for details on these items. 15

17 Additional Practice Attire Competitive Attire Mason-Dixon League Fees Special clinics and seminar fees Competitive travel and lodging Optional floor exercise choreography Choreography requirements explained on p. 5 * Costs for coach s travel, lodging, session and seminar fees will be paid by CMGO as per the CMGO constitution. Notes Checks made payable to Top Flight Gymnastics Center, Inc may be placed in the tuition box in the lobby. A service charge of $25 will be imposed on all checks returned due to insufficient funds. Payments may also be made with Visa, Mastercard, Monthly Credit Card debits (see receptionist for auto debit information). On all checks made payable to CMGO, please include your gymnast s name and the purpose of the check in the memo field (e.g.: fundraising, activity fee, membership etc.) so that the funds can be logged in the proper accounts. CMGO checks may also be placed in the tuition box in the lobby. Family Accounts are opened on June 1 st and closed on May 31 st for each team year. Before June 1 st of each year, the Top Flight Registration Fee and CMGO Membership Fee are due along with the registration form and all medical forms and team agreement forms. A gymnast will not be allowed to work out until the fees and medical forms are completed and returned. No refunds are given for vacation, dismissal, injury or dropout. Failure to meet financial deadlines may result in your child s temporary suspension from practice and meets until debts are cleared. The Fee Schedule on the following page is provided for your convenience. Some expenses included in the fee schedule are estimates, and actual expenses may vary somewhat from year to year. Some fees listed in the schedule are not required expenses; these items are indicated with the term as desired. Some expenses may not be incurred every year by a continuing gymnast, even though they represent required items. For example, some competitive uniform garments may not need to be replaced every year. Every attempt is made to reflect actual expenses incurred by gymnasts last year. 16

18 Fee Structure PARENTAL EXPENSES Item Top Flight Annual Registration Non- Competitive 2 days Non- Mason- Mason- Competitive Dixon Dixon 3 days 2 days 3 days $50 $50 $50 $50 CMGO Annual Membership N/A N/A $100 $100 Monthly Tuition* Top $150/$1800 $175/$1950 $150/$1950 $175/$2025 Flight CMGO Fund Raising N/A N/A $450 $450 No discounts are available to team members for multiple students. *Tuition and Activity Fees are listed with monthly payments/yearly totals. PARENTAL COMPETITIVE EXPENDITURES Item Non-Competitive Mason-Dixon Grips (1 pair)+wristbands N/A $50 Competition Jacket N/A $65 Competition Pants N/A $20 Competition Leotard N/A $80 Practice Leotards $45 $60 Competition Gym Bag N/A $35 Music and Choreography N/A $250 Seasonal Meet Fees N/A $270 Team Pictures (if desired) $25 $25 Banquet (4 tickets) $60 $60 ** Non-Competitive Gymnasts ordering banquet tickets or trophies must write a check payable to CMGO at the time of order/purchase to cover these expenses. ALL RATES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE All commitments must be kept current in order for gymnast to be allowed to practice or compete and all commitments must be met in full by April 30 th. 17

19 Top Flight Gymnastics Team Calendar Opening Day of Team Program Year Wednesday June 1, 2016 All Forms and Fees Due in order to practice (Please bring forms and fees before your 1 st practice) Summer workout schedule begins Friday June 17, 2016 CMGO Picnic for competitive year June Natasha Matveeva FX/BB Choreography - Boys/Girls Clinics Monday June 20 thru Thursday July 1st, 2016 Independence Day Break (No Team Practices)-Saturday July 4, 2016 Last day of summer workout schedule Monday August 22, 2016 Gym Closed Tuesday Aug. 23 thru Wednesday Aug. 31, 2016 Regular workouts begin and Opening Day for Recreational Classes Thursday September 1, 2016 Labor Day-No Team Practice September

20 USAG Girls Clinics TBA September 2016 Natasha Matveeva FX/BB Choreography - Boys /Girls Clinics Monday Nov. 15 to Saturday Nov. 21, 2016 Thanksgiving Break Gym Closed November 24-25, 2016 (Thur and Fri) Teams resume Saturday November 26, 2016 Setup for Top Flight Invite at Meadowbrook Friday December 2, 2016 Top Flight Invite at Meadowbrook Saturday December 3 to Sunday December 4, 2016 Top Flight Invite at Meadowbrook Clean up All team parents Sunday December 4, 2016 evening Winter Break (No Classes, Preteam, or Rec Team) December 24, 2016 thru January 1, 2017 Classes and teams resume Monday January 2, 2017 USAG Girls and Boys practice schedule TBA Spring Break (No Classes, Preteam, or Rec Team) Tuesday April 11 thru Sunday April 16, 2017 Classes resume Monday April 17, 2017 May differ from the public school schedule USAG Girls and Boys practice schedule TBA 19

21 Memorial Day Break (No Classes or Teams)- Monday May 29, 2017 Last Day of Team Program Year Tuesday May 31, 2017 General Calendar Notes Ø Top Flight Tuition due the 1 st of every month ($5 late fee after the 7 th ) Ø CMGO Executive Board Meetings Once a month Quarterly Membership Meetings Same night as Board Meetings in June, September, December, and March 20