**Updated February 2021**

While we are in lockdown/ tier 4, I’m offering ‘Gymnastics-Fit’ Zoom classes, private sessions and packages. These sessions are specifically tailored to individual ability with live feedback through the Zoom app! For those of you who don’t know me, I’m a L4 WA gymnastics coach and head of recreational gymnastics at TGC.

What are the benefits?

‘Gymnastics-fit’ Zoom classes are designed to develop and maintain fitness and strength for gymnastics skills while our gyms are still closed. Specific exercises and body preparation movements will not only improve strength but also consolidate good technique. Static and active flexibility work will increase mobility and develop accurate body positioning awareness. All of these training drills will enable faster skill progression once we are back to ‘normal training’.

Choice of 3 ‘Gymnastics-Fit’ Zoom Class Packages:

1. Weekly zoom classes+ – Rather than just offering a group zoom class each week, I’m including an in-depth weekly video focussing on a key skill, exercise or training preparation to practice at home. This package will run throughout lockdown/ tier 4. Zooms will run to the end of March regardless of a change in tier, however could be exchanged for a skill-strength class at TGC (members only) if preferred. Two zoom classes are equivalent to one face-to-face class.
2. Personal programme package – A more personalised package where I will design a personal mini strength programme to target a particular skill or weakness. Just email your child’s requirements and we’ll arrange a private 15min zoom session (to set the programme) and a 10 min follow up zoom approximately 6 weeks later. I’ll send the programme via email and will be happy to consult via email or immediately following a group class (I always take questions and wait at the end until all children have disconnected).
3. Want it all? – If you want the group classes AND the personalised programme, I’m discounting the combo! Get both for March for £50!

Prices:

1. Group zoom package Mar- £30 (price per connection)
2. Personal package- £25
3. Personal & group package combo Mar- £50
4. Private 45 min zoom session for 1 or 2 children using the same connection- £25 or book 4 for £90
5. Private 45 min zoom session for 3+ children using the same connection- £30 or book 4 for £110

Group Class Times:

• Saturday 10-10.45am
• Mondays 4.30-5.15pm
• Wednesdays 4.30-5.15pm

I will happily add class times with enough demand, so please contact me with such requests. Email sonia@buzymum.com with any questions, to book (state which option you would like) and for PayPal payment information.

What level gymnasts?

All packages are suitable for keen recreational gymnasts training between one & six hours/ week and gymnasts in a low/ intermediate level squad. Please feel free to contact me (sonia@buzymum.com) to discuss the level of your child and whether these classes will suit them.

What equipment do I need?

We will be using household items to increase resistance so please have these ready for each session.

• Some sort of mat (carpet is enough for most activities)
• A clear wall or door to lean/ handstand against or walk up
• Cushions
• 2 pairs socks (balled) or 2 squishes
• A sofa or sturdy chair
• A step (kitchen step or pile of 2/3 large, thick books)
• 2 equal light weights (cans of beans/ soup etc will do!)
• Resistance bands (pair of thick tights would work but would recommend investing if you can) (Amazon)
• A rucksack with some books inside as weight

Prerequisite:

• Children must be British Gymnastics members to book. If there is enough interest from non-members, I will arrange alternative insurance to cover this.
• These movement patterns should be understood before booking- don’t worry they are super easy!

Gymnastics-Fit Zoom Class Rules:

• You are responsible for checking all equipment/ household items before your child uses them.
• You are responsible for checking that children have clear space around them.
• You are responsible for letting me know of any injuries or issues before the class begins, preferably 24 hours in advance so that I can plan suitable alternatives.
• If any exercise causes pain, stop and inform me immediately. Children do not need permission to ‘unmute’ in this instance.
• A parent must be present in the room (under 9’s) or building with regular checks (under 16’s) for all zoom activity.

Using Zoom for the class:

• Download Zoom and register a free account.
• Book a class to receive the meeting ID and password.
• 5 minutes before the class click ‘Join’

• In the ‘Join a meeting’ box enter the meeting ID and your child’s name.

• Click ‘Join’ once you have entered this information.
• You will then be asked for the password which will take you to my ‘waiting room’.
• I will start the meeting promptly and admit your child (providing that I recognise their name).
• Participants will be muted for the majority of the session but will be given the opportunity to speak when necessary.
• A parent must be present in the room (under 9’s) or building with regular checks (under 16’s) for all zoom activity.

Please be aware:

Classes will start promptly with my attention on the class so cannot guarantee entry of late-comers. Children will only be admitted from the waiting room into the class, if they have paid (or are in credit and there is space) so please be sure to change the ‘personal link name’ to your child’s name. This name is also displayed in your child’s screen enabling ease of communication throughout the session.

Email sonia@buzymum.com with any questions, to book and for PayPal payment information.

Disclaimer: When booking these classes you are agreeing that your child is a current member of British Gymnastics. You are responsible for checking all equipment/ household items before your child uses them and that they have clear space around them. Please check out my full disclaimer before continuing. If any exercise causes pain, stop and inform me immediately. Feel free to message me with any questions.