FAQs
- What does GFA Mean? Gymnastics For All - these programmes are non-competitive or recreational.
- What does WAG mean? Women's Artistic Gymnastics - WAG programs are competitive.
- What does MAG mean? Men's Artistic Gymnastics - MAG programs are competitive.
- What should my child bring/wear to gymnastic sessions? Suitable clothing that allows free movement like leggings, a singlet/t.shirt, and long sleeve top. For the boy's shorts or track pants, a t-shirt and long sleeve top. In wintertime, it is recommended to have extra layers including warm socks, thermal tops (underneath tops) and warm tops as the gym can get cold. Remember that some competitions are held in old halls like Burt Hall at King Edward Court. If your daughter or son is competing early in the morning then we advise that you pack a blanket and/or a wheat bag for them to stay warm. Most competitions however will be warm - our new gym at Otaki St now has a heating system.
- What should my child wear to trampoline lessons? For trampolining gymnasts - you must-have socks, long-sleeved tops, and long pants or leggings. Please ensure pants do not have buckles and tops do not have zips, that can scratch the equipment or get caught.
- Does hair need to be tied up for gymnastic lessons? All hair that is likely to fall in the face and impede vision must be tied up.
- Does my child need to bring their own drink bottle? Yes - and they need to take it home with them too!
- How do I join up for recreational classes and what are the fees? You must register for all recreational classes each term at Dunedin Gymnastic Academy ideally before the term starts so your child does not miss out as classes are often fully booked by the first week.
- If your child is already in GFA programme do they automatically have a place the following term? No. You must register each term. Our gym manager will send you an email before the end of the term to give you the link to register again for the class. If you want to change classes then you need to contact the office on office@dunedingymnastics.co.nz
- What do I do if a class/programme is saying it's full? If a programme is full, your child can go onto a waiting list for the upcoming term.
- Do you have classes for adults and how are these sessions run? Classes run on Tuesday nights from 7:30-9:30pm at our 256B Vogel Street Gym. Classes involve a 20-30 min warm-up for newcomers or anyone who wants to join in. Then, basic skills for new people. DGA Coaches are there to help teach any skills you would like to learn otherwise you can do what you like. Coaches are there to supervise the session and give advice where needed. You will have access to all the gymnastics apparatus plus Double min/ Tumble tramp and Trampoline.
- Where do the recreational programs run? Most recreational programs are run at our 256B Vogel Street gym (behind Rebel Sport) except Playgym and some recreational programmes which are held at our Otaki Street gym (one block down from Bunnings)
