LGSE
WELCOME
Welcome to London Gymnastics School of Elegance (LGSE).
Our aim is to provide a safe, enjoyable and professional environment where every gymnast can develop with confidence. These Club Rules & Policies explain how the Club operates and help ensure that all gymnasts and families enjoy a positive experience.
LGSE believes that the best results are achieved when gymnasts, parents and coaches work together with mutual trust, respect and open communication. We encourage parents to discuss any questions or concerns with us, as most issues can usually be resolved quickly through respectful and constructive communication.
London Gymnastics School of Elegance is affiliated with British Gymnastics and London Gymnastics.
All coaches working at LGSE are registered with British Gymnastics and coach in accordance with current British Gymnastics rules, policies and guidance.
All gymnasts attending regular classes must hold valid British Gymnastics membership and insurance.
These Club Rules & Policies form part of your membership with London Gymnastics School of Elegance and apply to all gymnasts and parents throughout their membership with the Club.
1. Membership
Membership is open to gymnast accepted into an appropriate LGSE training group.
Every gymnast attending regular classes must:
- hold valid British Gymnastics membership, which includes the appropriate insurance cover;
- have a current LGSE Club Membership.
The annual LGSE Club Membership fee is £30 per gymnast and is normally included with the September training invoice.
Membership may be suspended or terminated where these Club Rules & Policies are repeatedly or seriously breached, or where continued membership is no longer considered to be in the best interests of the gymnast, other members or the Club.
2. Trial Sessions
New gymnasts are welcome to attend a trial session before joining LGSE.
Parents are encouraged to discuss the experience with their child before making a decision.
If they wish to join LGSE, parents should confirm this by email. The Club will then provide the Registration Form and further joining information.
A gymnast’s place is confirmed only after:
- completion of the Club Registration Form;
- acceptance of these Club Rules & Policies;
- payment of the required fees and deposit.
3. Training & Attendance
Regular attendance is important for safe progress, skill development and enjoyment of the sport.
Gymnasts
Gymnasts are expected to:
- arrive on time and ready to train;
- wear appropriate training clothing;
- bring a named bottle of water and any equipment requested by their coach;
- follow coaches’ instructions at all times;
- inform a coach immediately if they feel unwell or become injured during training.
Food, chewing gum and fizzy drinks are not permitted in the training area.
Mobile phones must not be used during training unless requested by a coach.
Coaches
Coaches may use appropriate British Gymnastics supporting and spotting techniques where necessary to teach skills safely and correctly.
Coaches may temporarily withdraw a gymnast from an activity or training session where this is considered necessary for safety, behaviour, wellbeing or the effective running of the class.
Parents
Parents are not permitted in the training area during classes unless invited by a coach.
Parents of younger or new gymnasts may occasionally be asked to remain on site during their child’s first few training sessions.
Parents remain responsible for their child before the start of training and immediately after the session, including changing rooms, reception areas and all other parts of the venue outside the training area.
Children under 13 years of age must be collected by a responsible adult unless alternative arrangements have been agreed with the Club. Parents should inform the Club if someone different will be collecting their child.
Parents should notify the Club as early as possible if their child will be absent.
Training Venues
Training sessions may occasionally be held at an alternative venue due to school examinations, venue availability or other operational reasons. Wherever possible, the alternative venue will be within the same local area and parents will be informed in advance.
Parents are responsible for ensuring that their child attends the correct venue when temporary venue changes have been communicated by the Club.
4. Fees & Monthly Payments
LGSE operates on an annual training programme running from September to July.
Training fees are based on the gymnast’s agreed weekly training programme and are divided into 11 equal monthly payments.
The monthly payment remains the same throughout the training year, regardless of:
- school holidays;
- planned Club closures, including Christmas and Easter;
- the number of training sessions taking place in any particular month.
Training fees reserve the gymnast’s place within their training group and remain payable whether or not the gymnast attends every scheduled session.
Invoices are normally issued towards the end of each month for the following month’s training. Payment must be made by the due date shown on the invoice.
Late payment charges may apply.
Outstanding fees may result in the gymnast being unable to attend training until the account has been brought up to date.
Training fees are reviewed annually.
Should LGSE become VAT registered, VAT will be added to invoices where applicable from the effective date of registration.
5. Deposit
A deposit equivalent to one month’s current training fee is required when joining LGSE.
The deposit remains the parent’s money and is held by the Club throughout the gymnast’s membership. It will be used towards the gymnast’s final monthly training fee once the required notice period has been completed.
The deposit cannot be used instead of regular monthly payments and cannot be transferred to another gymnast or used for any other purpose.
Deposit Adjustments
The deposit always reflects the gymnast’s current monthly training fee.
If a gymnast increases their weekly training hours, parents will receive an updated deposit invoice showing:
- the revised deposit amount;
- the additional amount payable.
If an approved reduction in training hours results in a lower monthly training fee, the deposit will be adjusted accordingly.
6. Changes to Training Hours
A gymnast’s agreed weekly training programme is intended to remain consistent throughout the training year.
Increasing Training Hours
Additional training may be requested by parents or recommended by the Head Coach, subject to:
- suitable group availability;
- the gymnast’s age, ability and readiness;
- Club approval.
Where training fees increase, parents will receive an updated deposit invoice.
Reducing Training Hours
Training hours cannot normally be reduced simply because a gymnast wishes to attend fewer sessions.
A permanent reduction may be considered only in exceptional circumstances, for example:
- medical reasons supported by appropriate medical evidence;
- a significant change in family financial circumstances.
Requests must be submitted by email at least one full calendar month in advance and are subject to the Club’s approval.
7. Missed Classes & Refunds
Training fees reserve the gymnast’s place within the Club and are therefore not refundable due to:
- illness;
- holidays;
- school activities;
- personal commitments;
- or other absences from scheduled training.
Where space is available, LGSE may, at its discretion, offer a replacement training session. Replacement sessions are a goodwill gesture, cannot be guaranteed and are offered only where the Club considers this appropriate.
Replacement sessions have no cash value and cannot be exchanged for refunds or credits.
If LGSE has to cancel a training session due to circumstances beyond the Club’s control, a suitable replacement session will normally be offered instead of a refund.
8. Leaving the Club
Parents wishing to leave LGSE must give one full paid calendar month’s written notice by email.
The notice period begins on the first day of the following calendar month and cannot be backdated.
Example:
If notice is received at any time during October, November becomes the notice month and the gymnast’s final training month will be December.
Training fees remain payable throughout the notice period whether or not the gymnast attends training.
The deposit will be used towards the gymnast’s final monthly training fee, provided the required notice period has been completed.
Stopping training, informing a coach verbally or leaving a WhatsApp group does not constitute notice.
Notice must be given by email to:
9. Dress Code
Gymnasts should arrive ready to train wearing the appropriate clothing and hairstyle.
Recreational Groups
Gymnasts should wear:
- comfortable sports clothing suitable for gymnastics;
- hair securely tied in a bun.
Pre-Squad & Squad
Gymnasts should wear:
- white or black T-shirt or vest;
- black shorts or black leggings;
- LGSE tracksuit where required;
- hair securely tied in a bun.
For all gymnasts:
- only white or very light-coloured socks, rhythmic gymnastics half socks or rhythmic gymnastics half shoes may be worn on the gymnastics carpet;
- all jewellery and watches should be removed before training. Where this is not possible, they must be made safe in accordance with current British Gymnastics guidance;
- where newly pierced earrings cannot be removed, they must be securely covered in accordance with current British Gymnastics guidance;
- nails must be kept short.
A coach may ask a gymnast not to participate where clothing, appearance or jewellery presents a safety risk.
10. Rhythmic Gymnastics Equipment
Gymnasts are expected to bring the equipment required for their age and training group.
The Head Coach will advise parents when additional equipment is required and before purchasing competition apparatus.
Parents are responsible for purchasing, maintaining and clearly labelling their child’s equipment.
11. Health & Medical Information
Parents are responsible for ensuring that their child is fit to participate in gymnastics.
Parents must inform the Club of any medical condition, injury, allergy, medication, additional need or any other information that may affect their child’s safe participation.
Parents must ensure that the Club is informed promptly of any changes to their child’s medical information or emergency contact details.
Parents should also inform the coach before training if their child is unwell or returning after an illness or injury.
In an emergency, an appropriately trained person may administer first aid and contact the emergency services where necessary.
Gymnastics is a physical sport and, like all sports, involves an inherent risk of injury. LGSE takes all reasonable steps to provide a safe training environment in accordance with current British Gymnastics guidance.
12. Respect & Behaviour
LGSE is committed to providing a safe, positive and inclusive environment for every gymnast.
All gymnasts, parents and visitors are expected to treat coaches, officials, volunteers and other members with courtesy and respect.
LGSE is committed to treating all members fairly, with dignity and respect, regardless of age, disability, race, religion or belief, sex or any other protected characteristic.
The Club does not tolerate:
- bullying;
- discrimination;
- harassment;
- aggressive, abusive or inappropriate behaviour;
- behaviour that places others at risk or disrupts training.
Parents are expected to support the coaches’ professional decisions regarding training groups, training programmes, routines, competitions and gymnast development.
Coaching decisions are made by the Head Coach in the best interests of the gymnast, the training group and the Club. Parents are expected to respect the professional judgement of the Head Coach regarding coaching matters.
Parents are encouraged to discuss any concerns directly with the Club in a respectful and constructive manner, rather than during training sessions.
Serious or repeated breaches of these Club Rules & Policies may result in suspension or termination of membership.
13. Competitions & Training Camps
Participation in competitions and training camps is optional unless otherwise advised by the Head Coach for a specific training programme.
The Head Coach decides which competitions are appropriate for each gymnast, taking into account their age, ability, attendance, commitment and overall readiness.
Parents will be informed of all relevant fees before confirming participation.
Competition fees may include competition entry, judging and coaching expenses.
For competitions or training camps requiring travel or overnight accommodation, parents are responsible for their own travel, accommodation and personal expenses. Where applicable, parents may also be required to contribute towards coaches’ travel, accommodation and judging expenses.
Acceptance of a competition or training camp place confirms acceptance of the applicable fees.
Once participation has been confirmed and the Club has committed costs, fees are normally non-refundable.
Parents are responsible for ensuring that their child arrives on time with the required clothing, apparatus and hairstyle.
14. Photography & Social Media
LGSE may take photographs and videos during training, competitions and Club events for coaching, promotional and educational purposes.
Parents who do not wish their child’s identifiable image to be used should inform the Club in writing. LGSE will take reasonable steps to respect these wishes.
Parents are expected to use social media responsibly and should not publish inaccurate, misleading or inappropriate content that may unfairly damage the reputation of the Club, its coaches or other members.
15. Communication
The Club communicates with parents primarily by email and official WhatsApp groups.
Parents are responsible for checking Club communications regularly and ensuring that their contact details remain up to date.
Official WhatsApp groups are intended for Club announcements and training information only.
Messages posted in the Club WhatsApp groups are not considered notification of absence. If a gymnast is unable to attend training, parents should notify the Head Coach or the Club directly.
Matters relating to payments, membership, complaints or notice of leaving the Club should be communicated by email.
For membership and general Club administration enquiries, please contact:
info@gymnasticselegance.co.uk
16. Safeguarding & Complaints
The welfare and safety of every gymnast is a priority for LGSE.
The Club follows current British Gymnastics safeguarding policies and procedures and relevant safeguarding legislation..
Any safeguarding concern should be reported to the Club Welfare Officer or the Head Coach as soon as possible.
Parents are encouraged to raise any questions or concerns directly with the Club so that they can be considered and, where possible, resolved promptly and fairly.
Formal complaints should be submitted in writing by email. They will be handled in accordance with the Club’s Complaints Procedure.
17. General Information
LGSE reserves the right to make reasonable changes to training venues, timetables, coaches, training groups or these Club Rules & Policies where necessary.
Wherever possible, parents will be given reasonable notice of significant changes.
If any provision of these Club Rules & Policies becomes invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions will continue to apply.
18. Acceptance of the Rules
By joining London Gymnastics School of Elegance and attending classes, parents and gymnasts confirm that they have read, understood and agree to follow these Club Rules & Policies.
19. Contact Information
Club Administration: info@gymnasticselegance.co.uk
Head Coach: Inga Luse, T.07543644609, info@gymnasticselegance.co.uk
Welfare Officer: Irina Dronik, T.07947663230, welfareofficer@gymnasticselegance.co.uk
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