NDP ACROBATICS

At Alton Gymnastics Club we follow the British Gymnastics Framework for competitive Acrobatic Gymnastics

 

Acrobatic Gymnasts compete in Pairs or Groups on Floor to music performing impressive balances and daring dynamic elements as well as individual skills as part of the routine.  There are different pathways on the Acrobatic National Development Plan, each requiring differing levels of commitment and offering different types of progression.   

On all pathways, Acrobatic Gymnastics requires gymnasts to work well with others and commit to the common good of the partnership.  Acrobatics is open to both Boys and Girls.

 

At Alton we offer the following squad groups on our Acrobatics Gymnastics Pathway: 

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Rising Stars - Primarily for gymnasts turning 5 - 9 in the year. A pre-competitive programme for the younger gymnasts. In this programme gymnasts work towards both Artistic and Acrobatic gymnastics. Gymnasts begin mastering the basics and building strength and flexibility in order to prepare them for the move into our competitive squads. Gymnasts train 2 hours a week in addition to a GfA Core Academy class at the appropriate Stage for them.

 

Acrobatic Mini Squad -  Primarily for gymnasts turning 7 - 9 in the year. A competitive programme for young gymnasts entering the Acorbatic pathway. Gymnasts take the next step within the gymnastics world, building on from the basics and learning exciting and challenging new skills. Strength and Flexibility continues to grow, and Partnership work and routines start to build. First opportunity to compete externally for the club can happen within this squad. Gymnasts train 4.5 hours a week

 

Acrobatics Regional Tier Squads - Gymnasts are placed within a working Partnership to work towards Regional Tier Competitions.  Maximum Training hours for this level of competition is 6  hours per week across two sessions with occasional extra training permitted.  Regional Tier events include Grades 2 - 4 in Paris and Groups.

 

Acrobatics National Tier Squads - Gymnasts are placed within a working Partnership to work towards National Tier Competitions.  Gymnasts need to train a minimum of 12 hours per week to be considered for National Tier events.  National Tier events include Grades 2 - 5, Aspire and IDP in Paris and Groups.