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Module 8
ACR Technical
Regulations
2015
Gymnastics WA – October 2014 – 2015 ACR Technical Regulations
CONTENTS PAGE
8.1
8.1.1
8.1.2
8.2
8.2.1
8.2.2
8.2.3
8.3
8.3.1
8.3.2
8.3.3
8.3.4
8.3.5
8.4
8.4.1
8.4.2
8.4.3
8.4.4
8.4.5
8.4.6
8.4.7
8.4.8
8.4.9
8.4.10
8.4.11
8.4.12
8.4.13
8.5
8.5.1
8.5.2
8.5.3
8.5.4
8.5.5
8.6
8.7
8.7.1
8.7.2
8.7.3
8.7.4
8.7.5
Acrobatic Gymnastics (ACR) Goals and Objectives………………........... 3
Acrobatic Gymnastics Technical Committee (TC) Goal…………………… 3
Acrobatic Gymnastics Sport Program Objectives……………………..…… 3
Technical Committee Structure………………………………………………. 5
Acrobatic Gymnastics Management and Committee Structure………….. 5
Time of Meeting…………………………………………………………………6
Committee Composition, Appointments and Job Description…………… 6
Acrobatic Gymnastics Structure……………………………………….……. 6
Apparatus……………………………………………………………………….. 6
Acrobatic Gymnastics Competition Structure………………………………. 6
Divisions………………………………………………………………….….…. 7
National Levels…………………………………………………………………. 8
Judging – National Levels System…………………………………………… 8
General Competition Information…………………………………………..… 9
Rules of Competition………………………………………………………..… 9
Routine Sheets………………………………………………………………… 9
Awards…………………………………………………………………………...9
Badge Testing – refer to the GWA Event Handbook…………………… 9
Club Invitational Events…………………………………………………..…... 10
Qualifying Standards – State Championships………………………..……. 10
State Teams……………………………………………………………...…..… 10
Competition Handbook Purpose………………………………………………13
Competition Dress and Apparatus Dimensions………………………..….. 13
Competition Draws………………………………………………………..….. 13
Music…………………………………………………………………….…….. 13
Protests…………………………………………………………………………. 14
Club Duties at Events…………………………………………………………. 14
Competition Etiquette………………………………………………………….. 14
Requirements of Acrobats…………………………………………………….. 14
Requirements of the Coach, Judge, Spectators & Trainee Coaches……. 14
Number of Coaches permitted on competition floor area…………………. 15
Judging Co-ordinator…………………………………………………………...15
Chair of Judges Panel (CJP) ……………………………………………..…. 15
Guidelines for Conducting Invitational Competitions – see Module 1…… 15
GWA Acrobatic Gymnastics Annual Awards………………………………...15
Coach of the Year……………………………………………………………… 15
Junior Acrobats of the Year………………………………………………….. 16
Senior Acrobats of the Year…………………………………………………. 16
Elite Acrobats of the Year…………………………………………………….. 17
Official of the Year………………………………………………………..…… 17
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MODULE 8: ACROBATIC GYMNASTICS TECHNICAL REGULATIONS
8.1
Acrobatic Gymnastics (ACR) Goals and Objectives
8.1.1
Acrobatic Gymnastics Technical Committee (TC) Goal
The purpose of the State Acrobatic Gymnastics TC is to develop Acrobatic
Gymnastics to an accepted high profile WA sport through improved State
performance and participation in safe quality programs. Our Mission Statement
reads” To develop and promote acrobatic gymnastics within Western Australia by
providing the framework to support clubs in their technical development of
competitive acrobatics.”
8.1.2
Acrobatic Gymnastics Sport Program Objectives
Program and Participation
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Promote the Development Schemes
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Improve public profile of Acrobatic Gymnastics
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Broaden the scope of participant
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Assist technical administrators to support Elite (International Stream) and
National Level Stream programs
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Increase participation in all aspects of ACR
•
Develop representation on National GA Committees
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Promote greater participation at the Club / State and National events
•
Provide the training and support to enable acrobats to develop and
compete successfully in the National arena
•
Develop future State representative team acrobats via state training
initiatives and Clubs throughout the State to achieve greater numbers of
senior acrobats
•
Introduce events and programs to cater for all competitive acrobats
Events
Education
•
Update Judging Accreditation and Educational Packages as per GA
Regulations.
•
Update Coaches Accreditation and Educational Packages as per GA
Regulations
High Performance Culture
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Develop State Training Initiatives in an effort to establish an effective
system which will ensure that the best acrobats are given the best
training opportunities
•
Develop an effective State Talent Identification (TID) Program
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Develop a pathway for Elite Acrobats within the State
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Promote the Elite Pathway of Acrobatic Gymnastics within the State
Technical Services and Products
•
Assist Gymnastics Australia in the development and updating of
Acrobatic Gymnastics
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Disseminate information regarding new and updated information
Administration and Finance
•
Encourage and support the volunteers involved in the technical and
development areas of Acrobatic Gymnastics
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Establish career paths for judges and coaches
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Observe budget control
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To seek sponsorship through government and corporate bodies in
conjunction with Gymnastics WA
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8.2
8.2.1
Technical Committee Structure
Acrobatic Gymnastics Management and Committee Structure
ACR management structure comprises of the Technical and Selection
Committees. The ACR management Structure is detailed below:
GWA Board
GWA Staff
GWA Board
Executive
Committee
Gymsports
Committee
Gymsports
Technical
Committees
ACR Technical
Committee
Technical
Director
Committee
Member
Coaching
Coordinator
Committee
Member
Judging
Coordinator
Events
Coordinator
Promotions &
Communication
Member
Committee
Member
Gymsport Sub
Committees
Clubs / Volunteers
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8.2.2
Time of Meeting
The Technical Committee Forum is held once per year. Special Meetings
may be convened if necessary. The TC will meet on a Friday evening (unless
otherwise agreed by TC members) at least 4 times per year. Please refer to
the GWA Event Calendar for meeting dates.
8.2.3
Committee Composition, Appointments and Job Description
See also Module 1.
8.3
Acrobatic Gymnastics Structure
8.3.1
Apparatus
Acrobatic Gymnastics uses the traditional sprung floor as per artistic
gymnastics.
A 12m x 12m sprung floor is compulsory for all competitions:
8.3.2
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Carpeted tumbling strips at least 3cm thick (generally 7 strips, 2m wide
x 14m long)
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Velcro Joining Strips (to join the carpeted tumbling strips)
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Floor Edge Wedges or Matting (for all edges)
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Velcro boundary lines at least 5cm wide (different colour to that of the
floor)
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It is preferred that the sprung floor has at least 1.5m clear space on
each side
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Additional matting up to 15cm will be permitted for the first qualifying
competition without incurring a deduction
•
Any matting after the first ACR State Team Trial will incur a deduction
as per the current Acrobatic Gymnastics FIG Code of Points
Acrobatic Gymnastics Competition Structure
Acrobatic Gymnastics is comprised of 3 different streams.
8.3.2.1 Level 1 – 5
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Level 1-3 compete in Pairs, Trios and Groups, with any combination of boys
and girls. Level 4 & 5 must compete as set out in FIG disciplines.
•
Acrobats in Level 1 – 5 can compete within a club environment, Club
Invitationals, State Events & National Clubs.
•
Club Judges and/or Coaches assess L1 – 5 within the club system. There is
no official pass mark for badge testing.
8.3.2.2 Level 6 – 10
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Divisions are as follows:
o
Women’s Pair (2 women)
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o
Men’s Pair ( 2 men)
o
Mixed Pair (male base and female top)
o
Women’s trio (3 women)
o
Men’s Four (4 men)
Acrobats in the NLP 6 – 10 program can compete in State events, State Team
Trials, State Championships and National Clubs Championships and have the
opportunity to be selected onto the State Team and represent WA at the
Australian Acrobatics Championships.
8.3.2.3 Elite (International Levels)
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Compete in groups and pairs as per FIG Code of Points.
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Acrobats in the Elite (International Levels) program can compete in State
Events, State Team Trials, State Championships and National Clubs
Championships and have the opportunity to be selected onto the State Team
to represent WA at the Australian Acrobatics Championships.
8.3.3
Divisions
Acrobatic Gymnastics in Australia is based on two streams – a 10 Level System and
an Elite Stream.
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Levels 1 – 3 are introductory levels which have Club Invitational or State
Competitions.
•
Level 1 – 3 may compete with any music (including with words), provided it is
appropriate. Maximum routine length is 2 minutes.
•
Levels 4 – 5 are compulsory levels as set out in the Levels System,
performing Balance and Dynamic Routines, which have State and National
events.
•
Levels 6 – 10 are optional levels based on requirements from the NLP and
International rules, performing Balance and Dynamic routines (and also
Combined Routines for Level 8 – 10), which have State and National events.
•
Elite (International Levels) Routine include optional and compulsory skills
based on requirements from both the NLP and International Manuals (see GA
website for more details), performing Balance, Dynamic and Combined
Routines (Exception - 11 to 16 Age Group do not perform a Combined
routine).
8.3.3.1 Transfers and Changing Streams and Levels
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Upon application to the State Technical Committee (TC), acrobats are
permitted to change levels and / or streams.
•
Acrobats must put their request in writing to the GWA ACR TC two weeks
prior to the event.
•
A group that enters an event may change the structure of the group entered
upon request if the circumstances are unavoidable, provided they follow the
Reserve Replacement Rule as outlined in the GWA Events Policy.
•
If acrobats have competed at a Qualifying Competition/State Team Trial in a
particular level or division (trio or pair), the acrobats can apply to the ACR TC
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to change their level or division due to extenuating circumstances. This
request needs to be received by the TC prior to the event closing date.
•
Exception: an acrobatic pair or group may move to a higher level within a year
without seeking TC approval. However, it should be permitted that the
acrobats will only be eligible to compete at a State Championships or
Australian Championships if they meet the minimum qualification
requirement.
8.3.4
National Levels
•
The Levels System provides a standardised competitive structure and also
serves as a valuable resource for coaches and judges.
•
All acrobats participating in the Levels System must be registered members of
their State Gymnastics Association. This includes all lower level participants.
•
Whilst the scheme provides an overall development program for use by both
coaches and acrobats, it is not intended to be the only source of reference for
Acrobatic Gymnastics. Coaches should ensure that they are competent in the
teaching of all acrobatic skills that they present to their acrobats.
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The Level System indicates a measure of competency at each level by the
acrobats. Club coaches and judges should ensure that their acrobats
demonstrate these levels of competency for the specified competition.
•
The ACR Levels Manual details the skills/routines for the Levels and
processes of assessment. The ACR Levels Manual is available from the GA
Website.
8.3.5
Judging – National Levels System
Execution
Beginner
Levels 1-3
Intermediate
Levels 4-5
Artistry
Levels 6-10
FIG
8.4.1
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Levels 1-3
Levels 1-5
Levels 4-10
Levels 6-10
Levels 6-10
Advanced Silver
8.4
Difficulty
Levels 1-5
Intermediate Bronze
Advanced
CJP
International Stream
General Competition Information
Rules of Competition
As per the:
o
Most recent FIG Code of Points (the current version can be found on
the FIG website)
o
ACR Competition Handbook – 2015 and beyond
o
State Technical Regulations
o
Tables of Difficulty (see FIG website)
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8.4.2
Routine Sheets
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Proforma Routine Sheets found in the National Levels Manual and the GA
website must be used for Levels 4-10.
•
Routine Sheets must be emailed to the current judging co-ordinator 7 days
prior to competition day or at a time stated by the Organizing Committee for
all exercises for Levels 4 –10.
•
A Judging deduction of 0.3 per routine for Late Entry of Routine Sheets is
applicable per pair/group.
•
Routine Sheets must include skills, both partner/group and individual skills
listed and drawn in order of appearance in the routine with the assigned value
and page number listed from the FIG Tables of Difficulty and the National
Levels Program.
•
Routine sheets need to be completed on the current template that can be
found in the current GA National Program Manual or the GA website under
Acrobatic Gymnastics.
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Value for a new element not found in the FIG Table of Difficulty, must be
valued by the FIG Technical Committee and approval in writing and be
submitted with the routine sheets before they are accepted in Australian
events. (New element Registration Form can be found in the FIG Tables of
Difficulty).
•
Help for routine sheets is on the GA website, alternatively consult your Club’s
Senior Acrobatics judge or the ACR judging co-ordinator.
8.4.3
Awards
Please refer to the GWA Events Handbook – ACR.
8.4.4
Badge Testing – Refer to GWA Event Handbook - ACR
Acrobats may badge test at ALL Qualification Competitions, State Team Trials,
Loftus Challenge & Judges Invitational; however acrobats MUST pass their badge
prior to or at an event before they are eligible for awards. Acrobats must have
passed their badge to be eligible to compete at State Championships.
To Pass a Badge:
•
The club must be affiliated with GWA
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The Acrobat must be registered
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Acrobats must meet the badge test pass mark as set out in the GWA Event
Handbook – ACR
8.4.5
Club Invitational Events
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Clubs wishing to conduct a sanctioned club competition must apply in writing
to the ACR Technical Committee at least one month prior to the competition
date. Refer to the GWA Event Policy for further information.
•
A Control Test is not a Badge Test.
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8.4.6
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Qualifying Standards – State Championships
Level 1-3
The Acrobats must have achieved their badge prior to State Championships
•
Level 4-5
Athletes must obtain the qualification total score of 40 in at least one GWA
sanctioned event prior to closing date to be eligible to compete in State
Championships
•
Level 6-10 & International Levels
The Acrobats must pass their badge in a GWA Qualification Competition / State
Team Selection Trial
Badge Test pass marks:
Level
Pass mark
Where obtained
1–5
n/a
In club
6 – 7 & 11-16
40.00
8 – 10 & 12-18, 13-19, Senior
60.00
State Sanctioned event
8.4.7
State Teams
8.4.7.1 Selection Objectives
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To nominate the best possible team to represent Western Australia
successfully.
•
To gain the highest team score possible.
•
To maintain acrobats in the sport.
8.4.7.2 Qualifying Standards – Australian Championships
•
Acrobats must meet the required qualification score at an ACR Qualification
Competition / State Team Trial.
•
Acrobats must qualify for the State Team in the same level that they are
entering the Australian Championships.
•
Acrobats must pass the level at or before the ACR State Team Trial /
Qualification Competitions.
•
International Level athletes must meet the qualification standard specified by GA
8.4.7.3 Head Coach Job Description
As per the GWA Head Coach Job Description (as stated in the Head Coach
Nomination form), as well as the following:
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Evaluate and adapt acrobat’s routines in conjunction with team coaches
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Chair coaches meeting prior to and post competitions
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The Head Coach has the final authority on the inclusion or exclusion of skills
in the acrobat’s routines
•
Liaise with Judges concerning the acrobats routines
8.4.7.4 Selection Criteria for Head Coach
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Advanced or higher coaching accreditation.
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Demonstrated coaching experience at Australian Championships.
•
Demonstrated ability to provide effective leadership and develop an
appropriate training program that meets the need of State Team acrobats.
•
Demonstrated ability to monitor and adapt acrobat’s routines.
•
Have good interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
•
Have working knowledge of the current FIG Code of Points and National
Levels system.
8.4.7.5 Process of Selection of Athletes
As per the GWA State Team Selection Policy
8.4.7.6 National & International Athletes Selection Criteria
Eligibility for Selection
As per the GWA State Team Selection Policy
Selection Criteria
•
L6 – 10: To be eligible for the State team, athletes must pass their badge and
compete in a minimum of one qualification competition / state team trial in the
year of selection.
•
International Levels: Athletes – need to obtain the relevant National
Qualification Scores at any given qualifying competition / state team trial.
•
L6 & 7 – A total of 5 groups per level from each discipline will be selected to
represent Western Australia at the Australian Championships.
•
L8 – 10/Elite – Unlimited groups may represent Western Australia at the
Australian Championships.
•
In the event that more than the maximum amount of groups allowed in any
one division (L6-7) reach the qualifying score, the following Selection criteria
will apply:
o
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Groups will be ranked on the total of their overall scores from the two
nominated state team trials / qualification competitions. The top 5
ranked teams will be selected onto the State Team.
In the event that any available positions have not been filled by a qualifying
group, an additional control test may be offered to allow the acrobats to
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qualify for selection on that team. If this control test occurs after the definitive
entries are due, the acrobats are to be entered at the definitive date. The
acrobat will be liable for all travel costs incurred by GWA if the acrobat does
not qualify at this control test.
•
Any acrobats competing wishing to transfer between National and
International streams may do so with the approval of the TC. Written
Requests must be received and approved by the TC prior to the State Team
Selection Meeting.
8.4.7.7 Injury Petitions
Injuries
•
Any injured acrobat seeking exemption from any qualification event /
sanctioned control test must submit a petition in writing, to the ACR Selection
Committee, accompanied by a medical certificate prior to the commencement
of the event/test.
•
The acrobat must be able to demonstrate their performance readiness to
satisfaction of the ACR Selection Committee and be able to perform routines
to the standard of the competition in question.
•
In the event of an injury sustained during a competition, the club is able to
apply, in writing, to the TC for the acrobat to be included in a control test.
•
Any acrobat who is being considered for the State Team, but through injury
petition has not been selected, may attend State Team training.
•
Due to injury petition, the club is able to apply, in writing, for the group to be
included in a control test. If injury occurs at an event, a group may be allowed
a further qualification opportunity pending an injury petition. The acrobats
must show competition readiness at a testing with at least 2 Judges prior to
the selection date. Injury petitions will not be entertained after said date.
•
Injury Petitions will only be considered if there are available spots on the
team.
Cause for Removal
•
Before the removal of an acrobat can even be considered, consultation with
the acrobat's personal coach will take place to remind them of the relevant
standard(s) and consequences for not abiding by these standards.
•
An acrobat may be removed from the Team, if in the opinion of the Selection
Committee relative standards have not been observed.
•
If an acrobat has an injury, illness or any extenuating circumstance (including
unsatisfactory training) that, in the opinion of the Selection Committee,
renders him/her unable to perform to the required competitive standard,
he/she may be removed from the Team.
•
If an acrobat breaches or fails to fulfil any requirement of the Anti-Doping
Policy of GA, they will be considered for removal.
8.4.7.8 Coach Selection Criteria
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Hold a Minimum Intermediate Coach Accreditation
Ability to attend all State training and meetings
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Agree to follow the directions of the Head Coach, Team Manager and Head
of Delegation
Demonstrated ability to work with all team members and develop team spirit
Demonstrated coaching experience at the level applied for
Demonstrate professional behaviour during the preceding year
Should there be a restriction on the number of coaches in the team,
preference will be given to those coaches who have acrobats in the team.
8.4.7.9 Selection Criteria for Judges
Please refer to the GWA State Team Selection Policy.
8.4.7.10 Appeals Process
Please refer to the GWA Appeals and Grievances Regulations.
8.4.7.11 Club Requirements
If a club has two or more groups in a State team, then the club must be prepared
to supply a coach to attend all State Training sessions and to travel with the
team. Coaches will be subject to the approval of the Selection Committee.
8.4.8
Competition Handbook Purpose
The FIG Code of Points and GA Technical Regulations provide governance for all
Acrobatic Gymnastics Rules and Regulations. This Handbook provides Acrobatic
Gymnastics – GWA with competition rules and regulations. The Handbook shall be
used in conjunction with the FIG Code of Points and Technical Regulations.
8.4.9
Competition Dress and Apparatus Dimensions
As per the FIG Code of Points or National Levels Manual. In addition to these,
further State rules do apply:
Athletes
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Coaches
Judges
8.4.10
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Women must compete in a leotard, one-piece suit or leotard with skirt (bike pants
are not permitted).
Men must perform in a leotard/shirt and longs/shorts, or a one-piece suit.
If leotards or one-piece suits include sleeves, they must be tight fitting.
Acrobats may perform with or without footwear.
Loose clothing is not permitted.
Level 4-10: Balance, Dynamic and Combined routines Leotards may be a club or an
optional design to complement a routine theme.
Jewellery is not permitted (earrings, bracelets, watches etc)
Tattoos/Body Piercing should be covered/ removed by attire or skin tone taping. All ear
piercing objects/jewellery are to be removed.
Refer to the GWA Event Policy
Judges should wear the following:
Men: Black jacket, white shirt, tie (dark), black trousers, black shoes.
Women - Black jacket, white blouse, black skirt/trousers, black shoes.
CJP may wear a pale blue shirt/blouse.
Competition Draws
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For all ACR events competition will start with Balance routines. If double
panelled, Starting Routine will be drawn.
•
Individual competition – Acrobats start order will be drawn.
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8.4.11
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Music
All competitions require music to be submitted 7 days prior to competition day
or at a time stated by the Organizing Committee for all exercises.
•
o
Music must be submitted to the GWA Event Officer on, USB or online
(e.g. Dropbox).
o
Audio tracks must be provided as either MP3 or WAV files.
o
The USB may contain all of the pair/group music tracks. Track names
must include the following details:

Competitor Names

Representative State or Club

Level (e.g. Level 7)

Event (i.e. W2, M2, MX, W3, M4)

Routine (e.g. balance)
At State Championships music is to be provided on USB to the announcer’s
desk prior to competition registration.
o
The CD/USB may contain all of the pair/group music tracks. Track
names must include the following details:

Competitor Names

Representative State or Club

Level (e.g. Level 7)

Event (i.e. W2, M2, MX, W3, M4)

Routine (e.g. balance)
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L1-3 music may have words. Any lyrics must be appropriate
•
A back-up Audio CD should be present at all competitions (this disc may
contain all of the pair/group music tracks)
8.4.12
Protests
•
A coach is only permitted to query a Difficulty Score. This must be with the
CJP.
•
Video evidence is not admissible.
8.4.13
Club Duties at Events
Please refer to the GWA Event Policy
8.5
Competition Etiquette
Please refer to the GWA Event Policy
8.5.1
Requirements of the Acrobats
Please refer to the GWA Event Policy as well as the following:
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Acrobats must leave the podium immediately after the exercise.
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If an acrobat is injured during the competition, and leaves the competition
area for more than 10 minutes, the acrobat will be considered unable to
continue the competition. Communication between the coach and the CJP
should avoid delay in the competition.
•
Acrobats must not have contact with spectators during the competition
8.5.2
Requirements of the Coach, Judge, Spectators & Trainee Coaches
Please refer to the GWA Event Policy
8.5.3
Number of Coaches permitted on the competition floor area
In an individual competition: 1 coach per pair/group is permitted on the floor area.
8.5.4
Judging Co-ordinator
The Judging Co-ordinator must:
•
Advise Head Judges and Panel Judges of their appointment and the exact
events they shall judge at least one day prior to the competition
•
Evaluate the performance of Head Judges and Panel Judges at GA events
•
Be responsible for the organisation and workings of all judging panels
•
Recommend Head Judges and Panel Judges and the exact events they shall
judge to the competition organising committee at least two days prior to the
competition
•
Declare the correct positioning of boundary lines (at least 5 cm wide) on the
competition floor
•
Enforce the National height restrictions on competitors and inform Head
Judges if deductions are necessary
•
Reports to Clubs re: acrobats’ routines and explain deductions after the
competition
8.5.5
Chair of Judges Panel (CJP)
The CJP must:
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Organise and supervise the work of judges in the panel
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To attend all competition meetings
•
To meet with Difficulty Judge before competition to determine the difficulty of
exercises in Levels 7 –10
•
To follow the direction of the Judging Coordinator/ Jury of Appeal
•
To signal the start of the exercise
•
To keep accurate records, including special requirements, time faults,
execution, time/ length of routine and artistic errors
•
Check that the range of scores is within the tolerance
•
Ensure Judges are making notes about the routines (deductions)
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Comply with all requests from the Head Judge and Judging Coordinator
•
Ensure Panel Judges do not supply explanations to coaches, officials about
the judging evaluation or procedures during the competition
•
Report the performance of their Panel members to the Judging Coordinator
8.6
Guidelines for Conducting Invitational Competitions
Please refer to the GWA Event Policy.
8.7
GWA Acrobatic Gymnastics Annual Awards
8.7.1
Coach of the Year
Nominations will be invited in each of the following categories:
• Achievement
• Coach Encouragement Awards:
o Rookie
o Long Service
o Community
Two awards from among these categories will be selected by the Technical
Committee following nominations.
Encourage clubs and individuals to send in nominations for the awards. The award
can be given to an individual or a team.
Information on the Coach Encouragement Awards can be found in the GWA
Regulations – Association Awards.
Achievement Award:
Points system based on the criteria outlined below.
Criteria:
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Must have represented WA as a coach at a State, National or International
level in the Year the award applies to.
•
Must have acrobats actively competing in State, National or International
events.
•
Must have acrobats on a State or National team.
•
Must be actively contributing to the education and development of Acrobatic
Gymnastics athletes in WA.
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Points system:
Medal at State Event
Medal at State Championships
Acrobat Pair / Group on State team
State Champion
Top 5 place at National Event
Medal at National Event
Pair / Group on National Squad
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National Champion
Australian Representative
8.7.2
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15pts
Junior Acrobats of the Year
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Acrobats who competed in L6 & 7 are eligible for this award
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The award will be presented to the acrobatic group or pair who received the
highest overall score when their overall score from Australian Championships
(including National Clubs) and their best score from the State Championships
Competitions are added together
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Any Acrobatic group/pair who win a medal at Australian Championships shall
have the following points added to their final score from that event:
o
Gold Medal – an additional 1.00
o
Silver Medal – an additional 0.70
o
Bronze Medal – an additional 0.50
8.7.3
Senior Acrobats of the Year
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Acrobats who competed in Level 8 – 10 are eligible for this award
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The award will be presented to the acrobatic pair or group who received the
highest total score when the following are combined
•
o
Two Highest Scoring Routines from Australian Championships
o
Two Highest Scoring Routines from a Qualification Competition / State
Team Trial
Any Acrobatic group/pair who win a medal at Australian Championships shall
have the following points added to their final score from that event:
o
Gold Medal – an additional 1.00
o
Silver Medal – an additional 0.70
o
Bronze Medal – an additional 0.50
8.7.4
Elite Acrobats of the Year
•
Acrobats who compete at the Elite level (Age Group 11-16, 12-18, 13-19 or
Senior).
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The award will be presented to the acrobatic pair or group who received the
highest total score when the following are combined
•
o
Two Highest Scoring Routines from Australian Championships
o
Two Highest Scoring Routines from a Qualification Competition / State
Team Trial
Any Acrobatic group/pair who win a medal at Australian Championships shall
have the following points added to their final score from that event:
o
Gold Medal – an additional 1.00
o
Silver Medal – an additional 0.70
o
Bronze Medal – an additional 0.50
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8.7.5
Official of the Year
Please refer to the GWA Regulations – Association Awards
Nominations will be invited in each of the following categories: Official of the Year
and the three Judge Encouragement Awards outlined in the GWA Regulations –
Association Awards (Rookie, Long Service and Community).
Two awards from among these categories will be selected by the Technical
Committee following the close of nominations for the GWA Annual Awards.
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