24 th -25 th February 2018

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1 24 th -25 th February 2018 Bells Sports Centre, Perth Gymnast Entry Pack Including Scottish Disability Apparatus Masters Finals

2 Contents Technical Regulations... 3 Eligibility... 4 Entry Processes and Procedures... 5 Codes of Conduct & Competition Attire... 6 Men s Artistic... 7 Women s Artistic... 9 Scottish Disability Apparatus Masters Finals... 11

3 Technical Regulations The following regulations and procedures MUST be adhered to at all times. Please note that FIG regulations will apply at all Scottish Competitions unless stated otherwise. Health and Safety: The safety of all participants (gymnasts, coaches and officials) is the primary consideration. SG policies will be rigorously applied with regards to health, safety and welfare and child protection. Age Groups Senior gymnasts will compete on the Senior FIG code of points whilst Juniors compete on the Junior FIG or modified code (e.g. British Junior Code). Please check when entering the rules specific to that competition MAG Age Groups Boys (11 & 12) Intermediate (13 & 14) Youth (15 & 16) Junior (17 & 18) Senior (Over 18) Year Born 2007 & & & & & earlier 2018 WAG Age Groups Espoir (12 & 13) Junior (14 &15) Senior (Over 16) Year Born 2006 & & & earlier Apparatus NB: The age in brackets indicates the age a gymnast turns in the year of competition Unless otherwise stated, the equipment at the Scottish Championships will be to current FIG specifications. The equipment provider for this event will be Gymnova. Bar Raise (WAG) Both bars may be raised by 10cm where a gymnast s feet touch the basic matting while she is hanging on high bar or hips touch the basic matting while she is hanging on the low bar. The request for bars to be raised must be made at the time of entry. The bars must be raised in accordance with the F.I.G regulations. Unauthorised raising of the bars will be penalised in accordance with F.I.G regulations. Competition Trophies Recipients of an annual trophy must ensure they are carefully looked after and are properly inscribed, cleaned and returned in time for presentation to the next holder by returning it to the Scottish Gymnastics office at least one week prior to the competition. Returning the trophy on the day of the competition can only be done with the permission of the Competition Organiser. If a trophy is lost or stolen, please inform Scottish Gymnastics immediately. Failure to return a trophy or returning a trophy in a poor condition will result in a charge being made to cover the cost of replacing the original. Disability Apparatus Masters Finals The Disability apparatus masters finals will take place on Sunday 25 th February alongside the MA & WA apparatus finals. Full details are available at the end of this document.

4 Eligibility Gymnast Membership Gymnasts must be silver (competitive gymnast) members of Scottish/British Gymnastics in order to enter. Nationality Please note that only gymnasts who satisfy the Scottish Gymnastics nationality requirements (see HERE) may be awarded any individual ranking, title or medals at the Scottish Championships. Gymnasts who are members of clubs registered with Scottish Gymnastics and training in Scotland who do not fulfil these requirements will still be allowed to enter as a guest. Gymnasts based out with Scotland who do not satisfy Scottish Gymnastics nationality requirements are not permitted to enter unless in exceptional circumstances, at the discretion of the organisers. Coach Membership Coaches must have Level 2 or above coaching qualification in Men s or Women s Artistic and must have current SG & BG Gold membership. All Coaches are required to hold a current PVG certificate through SG, or Home Nation equivalent, and have current valid Safeguarding training at the time of entry and the event. Coaches who do not fulfil this requirement will not be accredited or allowed to participate at SG Events. Coaching Practice All coaches in attendance at a Scottish Gymnastics event must have undergone appropriate training for skills being competed by their gymnast. It is the responsibility of the club and the coach to ensure that appropriate training has been completed by the nominated coach. The competition organiser (or a nominated representative) has a duty to challenge unsafe practice but the ultimate responsibility on the competition floor is with the coach. In extreme cases, where a coach does not respond to the concerns being expressed, the organisers could stop the gymnast competing and remove the coach from the competition floor. Failure to adhere to these criteria will result in the withdrawal of the gymnast and is likely to negate the coach s Gymnastics Insurance.

5 Entry Processes and Procedures Entry Entry to all SG Events are online only. Complete instructions for adding an entry via the GymNet online Entry Portal are available to download from the BG website. All entries must be fully submitted electronically to SG by the stipulated closing date and time. Late Entries Late entries will only be considered in exceptional circumstances and only up to 7 days after the closing date. In the unlikely event of a late entry being accepted the following penalty structure will be imposed: Late entries received up to 48 hours after the closing date, if accepted, are charged at double entry fee Late entries received after 48 hours after the closing date, if accepted, are charged at triple entry fee Late entry payments will be capped at 1,000 (i.e. the additional payment over and above the normal entry fee per gymnast / partnership / group / team will be capped at 1000). Late entries must be made in writing to the SG Events department and will then be referred to the Organiser for consideration. The Organiser and SG Events department will have absolute discretion whether to accept a late entry. Late entry requests may be placed on a reserve list and clubs notified if their entry is accepted following a withdrawal, up to 1 week prior to the event. Methods of Payment Payment must be made at the time of entry via Debit or Credit Card. Entry fees are non-refundable after the closing date. Withdrawal and Substitutions Amendments to an entry before the closing date will not incur a penalty and in the case of withdrawals, the entry fee will be refunded. Entry fees are non-refundable after the closing date. Where it is necessary to substitute a coach the club must inform the SG Events department, so the coach can be checked for membership, awards, safeguarding and PVG, before they can be accredited for the event. Where, through unforeseen circumstances, this is not possible or, where information has not previously been supplied, the substitute must inform the Organiser immediately on arrival at the venue and produce their coaching and safeguarding award certificate, current SG/BG membership card and a current SG specific PVG certificate (or Home Nation equivalent).

6 Codes of Conduct & Competition Attire Judges Code of Conduct Judges are expected to march into the competition arena prior to the march in of the competing gymnasts, unless notified otherwise. Judges should keep their tables clean and only have on the table items required for judging, keeping all outdoor clothing and bags stored out of sight. Judges are not allowed to access mobile phones, tablets or other items on the competition floor Judges are required to stay at the venue until released by the Competition Organiser in case they are required to assist with the checking of scores. Gymnasts Code of Conduct Clothing indicating national team representation should not be worn by gymnasts or coaches at domestic competition. Gymnasts must not remove leotards until they are in the competitors' seating area. Any gymnasts found breaking this rule will receive a deduction for an attire violation in accordance as per FIG code of points. All competitors are expected to enter the arena smartly dressed. Gymnasts should wear either a zipped club tracksuit or leotard. Non-uniformed t-shirts and outdoor shoes are not accepted for march on. Gymnasts should ensure that long hair is tied back. No jewellery, body piercing or adornments of any kind are permitted in training or competition. Gymnasts will not be allowed to compete at any Scottish gymnastics event with jewellery on. Gymnasts are expected to maintain high standards to behaviour at all times showing respect for their fellow competitors, competition officials and coaches. Gymnast Attire Regulations of dress are contained in the F.I.G Code of Points and must be adhered to. Coaches Code of Conduct Coaches are expected to maintain a high standard of dress. Standard dress would include trainers, full-length tracksuit bottoms, t-shirt or polo shirt and tracksuit top / fleece identifiable with their own club logo. Coaches should ensure that long hair is tied back, and must ensure that all jewellery is removed (or adequately covered up), small stud earrings and wedding bands are permitted. Coaches are not permitted to use mobile phones or any other electronic communication devices including tablets, to make calls, take photographs/video footage or be used for any other forms of main communication in the main arena during a competition. Coaches must ensure that their language and behaviour at all times is appropriate, reflecting highly on their club, themselves and the sport. Coaches are not permitted to eat or chew whilst in the competition arena. Coaches are expected to show respect for their fellow coaches and competition officials at all times. Coaches are not permitted to approach the judges at any time during the competition.

7 Date Event Closing Date Sat 24 th & Sun 25 th Feb Men s Artistic Scottish Championships Noon 9 th Jan Venue Eligibility & Format Bells Sports Centre, Hay Street, Perth, PH1 5HS Individual All Around & Apparatus Championships Gymnasts must be silver members of SG/BG Day 1 - All Around and Qualification for Apparatus Finals Individual All Around 1st, 2nd, 3rd award for each age group. The Senior Champion will be awarded the Jack Harrower Trophy. Day 2 - Apparatus Finals for Intermediate, and combined Youth, Junior, Senior Individual Apparatus 1st, 2nd, 3rd award for each final with the Harrower Memorial Shields presented to the senior apparatus champions. Age Groups & Code British code will be used for all age groups (see BG MAG Competition Handbook) Senior, Junior, and Youth: Senior FIG Code Intermediate: Junior FIG Code with GBR exceptions and amendments. For qualification to and in Vault Finals, 2 different vaults which can be from same category, height 125cm Boys: British Under 12 Code. One vault, height 120cm Pre-competition training Apparatus Finals Judging Friday 23 rd February. Times will be confirmed in the competition work plan All gymnasts selected for Apparatus Finals will be notified at the end of the All Around competition and will be required to remain in the competition area to confirm their attendance at the Apparatus Finals, in order that the Competition Organiser can ensure any reserves can be informed. Failure to be present to confirm attendance at Apparatus Finals at the end of the All Around competition will result in gymnasts being replaced. Only gymnasts in the Senior, Junior, Youth, and Intermediate age groups are eligible to compete in the Apparatus finals on Day 2 The top 6 gymnasts from each age group are eligible for Apparatus Finals excluding gymnasts in the Boys age group Gymnasts intending to be considered for the Vault Final must compete two vaults and the club/coach must declare this at registration prior to the start of the All Around/Qualification competition. Should the entry in any of the Senior, Junior, or Youth age groups be less than 6 gymnasts the event organisers reserve the right to combine any of these Apparatus Finals age groups in the interest of maintaining a high standard of event. The number of finalists will still be limited to the top 6 ranked gymnasts from the combined age groups. Clubs must provide minimum one judge as per judging requirements or include penalty payment of 70 in entry fee ( 140 if unable to provide judge and entry contains gymnasts competing in age groups with two day competition) Clubs are requested to provide their highest level of judges (Regional, National or International Brevet) and cannot put forward a Club Judge

8 Entry Fee 50 per gymnast (Senior, Junior, Youth, or Intermediate age groups) 30 per gymnast (Boys age group only)

9 Date Event Closing Date Sat 24 th & Sun 25 th Feb Women s Artistic Scottish Championships Noon 9 th Jan Venue Bells Sports Centre, Hay Street, Perth, PH1 5HS Eligibility & Format Individual All Around, WAG Team & Apparatus Championships Gymnasts must be silver (competitive gymnast) members of SG/BG Day 1 - All Around and Qualification for Apparatus Finals Individual All Around 1st, 2nd, 3rd award for each age group. Trophies for 1 st place in each age group. Team format 5,5,3 Team 1 st, 2 nd, 3 rd award. Trophy for 1 st place team. Day 2 - Apparatus Finals for Espoir, Junior, Senior Individual Apparatus 1st, 2nd, 3rd award for each final with the Apparatus Shields presented to the apparatus champions in each age group. Age Groups & Code Senior: FIG ( ) competition rules Espoir & Junior: FIG ( ) Code (please see Vault clarification below) Espoir Gymnasts will be allowed an extra soft board Music Floor music must be uploaded to GymNET portal at least one week before the competition date. Instructions for submitting Instructions for submitting music can be found within the Online Entry Guide Late submission of music will attract a fee of per gymnast. This fee will be added to your club basket. Music not uploaded by the deadline cannot be guaranteed to be uploaded on the day All music used in competition routines must conform to the relevant licensing requirements. Please note the use of Disney, Andrew Lloyd Webber and Cirque de Soleil as floor music is not permitted for further details refer to and Pre-competition training Apparatus Finals Friday 23 rd February. Times will be confirmed in the competition work plan. All gymnasts selected for Apparatus Finals will be notified at the end of the All Around competition and will be required to remain in the competition area to confirm their attendance at the Apparatus Finals, in order that the Competition Organiser can ensure any reserves can be informed. Failure to be present to confirm attendance at Apparatus Finals at the end of the All Around competition will result in gymnasts being replaced. The top 8 gymnasts from each age group are eligible for Apparatus Finals Gymnasts intending to be considered for the Vault Final must compete two vaults and the club/coach must declare this at registration prior to the start of the All Around/Qualification competition. Espoir 2 different vaults (May be from the same group) Junior 2 different vaults (May be from the same group) Senior As per FIG The average of the two vaults will count towards qualification for finals.

10 Entry Fee 50 per gymnast (Senior, Junior, or Espoir age groups) 25 per team

11 Date Event Closing Date Sun 25 th Feb Scottish Disability Apparatus Masters Finals Noon 9 th Jan Venue Bells Sports Centre, Hay Street, Perth, PH1 5HS Eligibility & Format Gymnasts must be silver (competitive gymnast) members of SG/BG Apparatus Finals only Individual Apparatus 1 st, 2 nd, 3 rd award. Age Groups & Code BG Disability Open Code Rules Open Age & Open Classification Music (WAG) Floor music must be uploaded to GymNET portal at least one week before the competition date. Instructions for submitting Instructions for submitting music can be found within the Online Entry Guide Late submission of music will attract a fee of per gymnast. This fee will be added to your club basket. Music not uploaded by the deadline cannot be guaranteed to be uploaded on the day All music used in competition routines must conform to the relevant licensing requirements. Please note the use of Disney, Andrew Lloyd Webber and Cirque de Soleil as floor music is not permitted for further details refer to and Pre-competition training Entry Fee Friday 23 rd February. Times will be confirmed in the competition work plan. 30 per gymnast