Class Times

Weekly Classes 2025

Classes are held during the school term and generally in the first week of school holidays. As competition season draws near, a Saturday or Sunday may be allocated for practice. Coaches will advise parents of this.

Requirements:

Calisthenics is a competitive sport. A passionate commitment is required during the year to attend:

• Weekly classes

• Dress Rehearsal

• Up to 4 Competitions in various locations (e.g. Shepparton, Echuca, Melbourne and Bendigo)

• The end-of-season Club Concert

Attendance at weekly classes, dress rehearsals, and competitions is considered compulsory.

Pupils require:

• Apparatus Equipment (rods and clubs)

• Practice Class Attire

• Club Uniform

• Costumes

• Skin coloured undergarments

• Tights/Leg Tan (depending on coach preference and age section)

• Make-Up and

• Hair accessories

Travel and accommodation for competitions may be required, along with spectator admission fees.

Optional inclusions: photos, DVDs.

Calisthenics can become a lifestyle and an excellent social opportunity to establish lifelong friendships.

Attendance:

• Calisthenics is a team sport, so regular attendance is of utmost importance.

• If pupils have school/study commitments, the coach must be informed.

• Class days and times depend on the availability of coaches.

Punctuality:

• Pupils are expected to be prompt to class and ready to commence at the appropriate time.

• It is essential to let the coach know beforehand if a pupil will be late or absent from class.

• Parents are expected to leave the classroom before the commencement of lessons to minimise distractions.

• A quick exit at the end of class is also required to ensure the following class commences on time.

• Class times have been structured for minimal interruptions. If you wish to speak to the coach, please arrange a suitable time with them.

Viewing Nights:

• Parents can sit in the classroom at specific times throughout the training season to watch the progress of routines. These nights are organised at the discretion of the coach

Security:

• Pupils are to be dropped off and collected from inside the Hall

• Parents of pupils in tinies, sub-juniors, and juniors must sign an attendance register at the beginning and end of class.

• Intermediates and/or their parents must sign the attendance register at the beginning and end of class.

Presentation:

• Pupils are to wear black leotards. In cooler weather, black leggings and long-sleeve leotards can be worn.

• T-shirts and Jumpers must be removed before the commencement of class.

• Hair is to be out of the pupil's face. Long hair must be in a ponytail or bun. 

Classes are held at our purpose-renovated hall at 26 Packham Street, Shepparton.