2018 Gymnix Classic. March 8-11, Claude-Robillard Sports Complex Montreal, Quebec CANADA

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1 2018 Gymnix Classic March 8-11, 2018 Claude-Robillard Sports Complex Montreal, Quebec CANADA

2 Montreal, October 24, 2017 Dear gymnastics friends, It is with great pleasure that we invite you to compete in the 2018 Gymnix Classic, which will be held March 8th to 11th, 2018 at the Claude-Robillard Sports Complex, in Montréal, Quebec. This event, together with the International Gymnix, is the largest gathering of gymnasts of all ages and levels, celebrating a shared passion for the sport and aiming to surpass themselves in a friendly and festive atmosphere. Athletes from JO Levels 6 to 10 and National stream categories are welcomed to compete in the 2018 Gymnix Classic. Registrations, accepted on a first-come, firstserved basis, will be opened starting on November 16th at 1pm (EDT) at By registering for the 2018 Gymnix Classic, gymnasts and coaches can enjoy free access to all competition sessions of the International Gymnix. Do not miss this unique opportunity to witness the performances of some of the world's best gymnasts, including the future stars of the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games. Over the years, participants have had the chance to admire the talent of Lilia Podkopayeva, Carly Patterson, Shawn Johnson, Aliya Mustafina, Jordyn Wieber and several other famous gymnasts who would eventually be crowned World champions or Olympic champions! We hope many of you will join us to celebrate this unique sport that is artistic gymnastics. Rest assured that the organizing committee is working hard to organize a quality event highlighting the true beauty and excitement of the sport. We are looking forward to welcoming you to our beautiful city. Anne-Maud Jan Viau CEO am.janviau@gymnix.ca Charlotte Goudreau Technical Coordinator classique@gymnix.ca

3 TABLE OF CONTENT 1. COMPETITION VENUE 4 2. CATEGORIES 5 3. REGISTRATION 7 4. DEADLINES 7 5. WITHDRAWAL FEES 8 6. LODGING 9 7. ACTIVITIES 9 ANNEX 1 10 ANNEX II 11

4 1. COMPETITION VENUE Address: Claude-Robillard Sports Complex 1000 Emile-Journault Montreal, CANADA, H2M 2E7 Contact: Website: Competitions areas: OMNISPORTS ROOM DOUBLE GYMNASIUM Equipment: GYMNOVA equipment Omnisport Room: All events on podium Double Gymnasium: Floor on podium Music: MP3 Music (More details soon) CD for floor music (1 CD per athlete)

5 2. CATEGORIES DOUBLE GYMNASIUM Categories JO 6, JO 7, JO 8, ASPIRE 1 Registration fees Requirements Warm-up area Competition area Equipment Awards $130 per gymnast, $70 per coach A participation gift will be given to all athletes and coaches JO Levels 6, 7, 8 Canadian JO Rules Born 2009 and older A summary of the Canadian JO rules is available here: Canadian Aspire 1 Program Requirements: Canadian Aspire Program Born in Gymnix facility (2nd basement) or Double Gymnasium Double Gymnasium * Floor on podium * Gymnova Canada Individual: - All-Around: Top 8 per category - Event: Top 8 per category * Please note that for 2018, ties will not be broken when allocating the awards. For example, if two athletes finish in second position, the bronze medal will still be awarded*

6 OMNISPORTS ROOM Categories JO 9, JO 10, ASPIRE 2, NOVICE Registration fees $135 per gymnast, $70 per coach A participation gift will be given to all athletes and coaches JO Levels 9, 10 Canadian JO Rules Born 2009 and older A summary of the Canadian JO rules is available here: Requirements Canadian Aspire 2 Program Requirements: Canadian Aspire Program Born in Novice Canada Requirements : FIG Code of points, effective Canadian model HP Born in All gymnasts born in those years can participate in this category, not only the HP. Warm-up area Competition area Equipment Awards Omnisports Room or Double Gymnasium Omnisports Room * All events on podium * Gymnova Canada Individual: - All-Around: Top 8 per category - Event: Top 8 per category * Please note that for 2017, ties will not be broken when allocating the awards. For example, if two athletes finish in second position, the bronze medal will still be awarded

7 3. REGISTRATION Registration for the 2018 Gymnix Classic will be online on our website ( More info on the registration procedures will be available before November DEADLINES November 16, 2017 at 1pm (EDT) December 15, 2017 January 15, 2018 February 15, 2018 Opening of the registration for the 2018 Gymnix Classic Registration deadline for the 2018 Gymnix Classic After this date, only modifications to existing registrations will be allowed* Deadline for non-medical withdrawals WITH REFUND* After this date, no refund will be provided for withdrawal without a medical certificate Deadline for medical withdrawals (medical certificate required) WITH FULL REFUND After this date, refund for medical withdrawal will still be accepted. However, a $10 administrative fee will be charged Deadline for any modification to an existing registration* Deadline for medical withdrawals (medical certificate required) WITH REFUND* After this date, no refund will be provided for withdrawals * Please note that an additional $10 administrative fee will be charged for any modification to an existing registration or refund request.

8 5. WITHDRAWAL FEES MODIFICATION Before/On January 15th $10 administrative fee After January 15th No modifications are allowed NON-MEDICAL WITHDRAWAL Before/On December 15th Refund, minus a $10 administrative fee After December 15th No refund MEDICAL WITHDRAWAL (medical certificate required) Before/On December 15th Full refund After December 15th Refund, minus a $10 administrative fee After February 15th No refund For any modification, withdrawal notice or refund request, please complete Annex 1 (Modification request) or Annex 2 (Withdrawal notice) attached, and send them by to classique@gymnix.ca Please notify us of any withdrawals as soon as possible (even if the deadline for a refund has passed). This greatly facilitates the event preparation. In order to ensure the quality of the event, we will be very strict with regards to compliance with the mentioned deadlines. We thank you in advance for your collaboration.

9 6. LODGING A list of the official hotels will be available before November 1. We do our best to get the best prices for you and we thank you in advance for booking with our partner hotels. 7. ACTIVITIES Access to every international competitions Autograph and Q&A sessions with the athletes competing in the International Gymnix Gymnastics Tradeshow: More than a dozen exhibitors offering gymnastics and sports products to spectators and participants. Shows: participants and spectators have the privilege to see performance from some of the best circus, acrobatic sports and dance artists coming from Canada.

10 ANNEX 1 MODIFICATION REQUEST Please complete and send this form by at: classique@gymnix.ca A 10$ administrative fee will be charged for any modification request. Deadline for any modification request is January 15, 2018 CLUB INFORMATION Club Contact person Phone number ATHLETE INFORMATION Last name, first name Birthday (dd/mm/yyyy) Current category (BEFORE the requested modification) New Category Head coach s signature : Date (dd/mm/yyyy) : *Un athlète par formulaire*

11 ANNEX II WITHDRAWAL NOTICE (WITH OR WITHOUT REFUND) Medical withdrawal o Please complete, sign and send the form below, accompanied by a legible copy of a valid medical certificate, by at: classique@gymnix.ca o Deadline: February 15, 2018 o Take note that a $10 administrative fee will be charged for all medical refund requests received after December 15th, o Refund will be credited to your credit card within 30 business days following the last day of competition. Non-medical withdrawal o Please complete, sign and send the form below by at: classique@gymnix.ca, by December 15th, 2017 at the latest. o No refund (except for medical reasons) will be issued after December 15, o Take note a $10 administrative fee will be charged for all non-medical refund requests. CLUB INFORMATION Club Contact person Phone number ATHLETE INFORMATION Last name, first name Birthday (dd/mm/yyyy) Category Head coach s signature : Date (dd/mm/yyyy) :

12 THANK YOU