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If you received this newsletter by email and the pictures do not show properly, please click on this link: http://pointersclub.co.uk/Documents/2011_November.htmMerry Christmas...
NEWSPlease note: Club Christmas Closures...Pointers will be closed from Friday 23rd December 2011 to Tuesday 3rd January 2012 inclusive. Congratulations to... ...Melissa Bird for passing her Level 2 General Gymnastics Exam
There is a concern from coaches that children are being asked to wait outside the centres to be picked up. Please note, we can not allow children to go outside and wait, so we ask parents to come in to pick your child up. If you wish to discuss this, please speak to your relevant centre manager or head coach.
Anti-Gravity have new classes... ... at The Rebound Hall, William Road, Caterham. Since the 7th October Anti-gravity trampolining and gymnastics club is proudly announced a new FUNFIT session in our Rebound Hall, Caterham on the Hill centre. The session runs on a Friday 4:00pm to 5:00pm. Funfit is an hour long class of gymnastics and trampolining. Anti-Gravity already has Funfit sessions on Wednesdays and Saturdays and due to overwhelming demand and a long waiting list we have decided to add this new funfit class to meet with demand and keep all happy. The new funfit session is open for children aged 4 to 7 and use the Winstrada Award Scheme to encourage and reward progress. For further information contact Marie on 07764 760 408 or email marie.clark@ag-tc.co.uk
... at St Bede's School, Redhill. Springfit gymnastics and trampoline club are pleased to be able to offer new classes at St Bede’s school in Redhill on Monday nights from the New Year. Adding to their provision of boys and adults classes on Wednesday nights, the new sessions will be able to accommodate mixed general gymnastics classes for children aged 4 and up, and well as two more children’s trampoline classes. There will also be more opportunities for adults to join the highly beneficial fitness activities, as the club grows to put on eight adult classes. The gymnasium at the school is ideal for all kinds of activities, including being the base for Springfit’s popular parkour and freestyle classes. With more equipment arriving and further fundraising activities taking place, the club is pleased to be expanding. Manager Adam Reynolds said of the latest news: “We are happy to be able to work with such supportive venues to help fulfil the increasing demand we have been experiencing for our classes. The staff at St Bede’s have been very helpful as we encourage members of the local community to come and enjoy our uniquely fun and energetic sessions”. For more information contact Adam on 07932 752 081 or email info@springfit.org ... at Warlingham School, Tithe Pit Shaw Lane, Warlingham. From January 2012, Pointers are proud to announce an expansion of classes over to Warlingham School. Gymnastics and Trampoline classes will take place after school Monday through to Friday plus Saturday mornings. Pointers are very excited as Warlingham can offer us a lot, by helping with fundraising and purchasing of more equipment, and we will have more time and space available to us. Please see the website for more details pointers@saturnv.co.uk For more information contact Sefra on 07737 306 316 or email pointers@saturnv.co.uk
All clubs within the Saturn V association are always looking at new ways to expand and offer more classes to more people, in new areas. The only way we can do this though, is if we have the coaches to help. We are looking for anybody who is enthusiastic about gymnastics or trampoline, whether you already have coaching qualifications, are a current or ex trainer, or even a parent, and would like to learn new skills. We have high qualified coaches who are willing to help train you to coach children at all levels and abilities, and progress to go on coaching courses. Please contact Sefra on 07737 306316 or by email at pointers@saturnv.co.uk, or speak to you local manager if you or anybody you know is interested, and would like further information.
Springfit are delighted to announce that our 2012 calendars are now on sale at the club for £10 each.
Featuring photos from all classes at our three main venues; St Bedes, Oakwood and Oriel, the calendars have been superbly designed and produced by our friends at Pinksheep printing. Please remember that ALL PROCEEDS GO DIRECTLY BACK INTO THE CLUB – All sales will help us buy new equipment for classes.
Club Websites...For Saturn V: www.saturnv.co.uk Recent CompetitionsTerrific Trampoline Turn-Out The final Springfit Invitational trampoline competition of 2011 brought together many excited children and their parents on Saturday 12th November at Moor House School Sports Centre in Oxted. The superb venue saw trampolinists from various local clubs and schools throughout Surrey compete in various age and ability categories, and provided many happy children with winners medals.
Springfit Invitational Floor and VaultSpringfit Gymnastics competition reaches new levelsOn Sunday 6th November, members of several local gym clubs competed in a two-part gymnastics competition at Oakwood Sports Centre, Horley. The disciplines of individual floor routines and spectacular vaults were scored by
a panel of judges, and medals were awarded to those who performed the best in their age and difficulty category. The standard of competition was raised once again, with children performing handsprings and somersaults on the floor to some fun and inspiring music. They also had a choice of vault to add to their score, and points were given for how well they overcame the apparatus. The audience provided much applause and encouragement for the young athletes, some of whom were competing for the first time. The intermediate level competitors open the show - for those who train up to 1 ½ hours a week. Those who train 1.5 - 3hrs a week are considered in the advanced section, where routines are longer and more complex, and the vault is higher. The competition is open to all recreational level gymnasts from clubs all over Surrey and the surrounding counties. The Redhill Donyngs representatives put on an excellent performance again, narrowly missing out on the medals, and members of Caterham based Pointers club took some of the podium spots. Everyone went away from the event with huge smiles, especially the gold medal winners and those awarded the Judges Trophy Award for Effort.
Forthcoming Competitions Parental Sit-InsProgress awards for deserving gymnastsSpringfit gymnastics and trampoline club recently held class displays for the parents of each of their twelve ability-based gymnastics classes. All members performed choreographed routines and exciting gymnastics moves on various apparatus to demonstrate what they have learnt in the six months since the last displays. One lucky gymnast was chosen from each class to receive a gold medal for attainment. This progress medal is handed out in recognition of the effort and commitment to gymnastics training shown by the children who take part in weekly classes at the club. Chosen by the coaching teams who run each session, the decision is often difficult to make, as the enthusiastic youngsters put so much effort into improving their strength and flexibility every week in order to achieve new moves. Those receiving the reward were understandably pleased to be singled out, and their parents who were watching were just as proud. Many commented on how they could see their child’s confidence was boosted through recognition of their efforts, and explained how their individual development had increased through participation in the sport. The club is pleased to offer these sessions as a way of helping children get used to performing for an audience, which can help prepare them for the fun and friendly competitions run throughout the year, as well as providing parents with a great sense of pride at watching them enjoy their sport. Pictured here from top left to bottom right are all the November progress medal winners at Springfit club:
SpacesWe currently have spaces in the following classes: Trampoline:
Pointers, Warlingham County Secondary School, Warlingham: Contact Sefra on 07737 306316 or email pointers@saturnv.co.uk
Springfit, St Bedes, Redhill: Contact Adam on 07932 752081 or email springfit@saturnv.co.uk Saturn V, Greenvale Primary School, Selsdon: Contact Paul and Shirley on 01342 870543 or email info@saturnv.co.uk Gymnastics:
Preschool Gymnastics:
If you have friends who would be interested in joining any of these classes, please contact the numbers above. Holiday sessions...Anti-Gravity are running a Trampoline 'Mega-Session' on Wednesday 21st December from 12:45 to 2:45. These session are for members and non-member over 4 years of age, and costs £9.00 for two hours of trampoline fun. Anti-Gravity also have private sessions available, with a coach, for £34.00. They are an hour trampoline session with a qualified coach. Invite your friends and family for up to 15 people. Dates available :20th December 12:30 to 1:30 and 1:30 to 2:30. Please book A.S.A.P. For more details on Mega Sessions and private bookings please contact Marie on 07764 760408 or email anti-gravity@saturnv.co.uk
Family Holidays Your Questions and CommentsIf you have any comments,suggestions or questions about this newsletter or about Trampoline Please E-mail us at Pointers@SaturnV.co.uk
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Club Calendar 2011 - 2012 "Dates for your diary"
Tuesday 20th December: William Road available with coach for Private hire 12:30 to 1:30pm and 1:30pm to 2:30pm Wednesday 21st December: Trampoline Mega Session William Road 12.45 to 2.45 Thursday 22nd December 2011 - Monday 2nd January 2012 (inclusive): POINTERS CLUB CLOSED FOR CHRISTMAS PERIOD
Thursday 16th February: Half term drop-in “Gym Jam” gymnastics session. 5:00-6:30pm OAKWOOD £6.00 TUESDAYS 3rd & 10th April: Easter holiday sessions at Oriel High School, Maidenbower. Thursday 5th April: End of term drop-in “Gym Jam” gymnastics session. 5:00-6:30pm OAKWOOD £6.00 Saturday 16th June: Inter Club Trampoline Competition at Moor House School, Oxted – 2:00pm Thursday 26th July: Summer holiday drop-in “Gym Jam” gymnastics session. 5:00-6:30pm OAKWOOD £6.00 Thursday 1st November: Half term drop-in “Gym Jam” gymnastics session. 5:00-6:30pm OAKWOOD £6.00
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