Member Services
Gymnastics BC is committed to provide the best services and programs to our members. Our continued focus on the growth of gymnastics is echoed through our commitment of excellence to all of our members.
When you registered with your local gymnastics club, you become part of the gymnastics family: 52,000 members in B.C. and over 250,000 in Canada.
Gymnastics Canada is the national governing body for gymnastics in Canada and is a member of the Federation International de Gymnastique (FIG). Gymnastics BC is a member of Gymnastics Canada and on their behalf is responsible for governing both recreational and competitive gymnastics in B.C.
As a member of your local gymnastics club, you are connected to all of these organizations who develop, operate and promote gymnastics at all levels.
And Gymnastics BC provides you with…
Recognition
Annual awards and recognition program |
Input
Through AGM and technical assemblies
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Education
Coach certification, judge certification, GBC Congress, Respect in Sport ($15 value), mentorship |
Discounts
Manuals, courses, SOCAN membership, equipment, chalk, FREE unlimited classified ads ($75 value) |
Partners
3rd Level Consulting, SA Sport and more |
Events
GBC championships, BC Gymnaestrada, national and international |
Communications
GBC Weekly, PLAY newsletter, website, social media
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Insurance
Including liability, accident, director and officer |
Programming
GYMSTART developmental program, Interclub, Kids CanMove, ACRiX |
Funding
Through KidSport, Athlete Assistance program, scholarships, travel subsidies, grant opportunities |
Connections
Direct liaison with Gymnastics Canada, viaSport, Sport BC, government and more |
Opportunities
BC Winter Games, Canada Winter Games, Canadian Championships, Western Championships |
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Development
Through training camps, sport science, online resources
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Promotion
Through PLAY Gymnastics, Canadian Gymnastics Week, media relations |
Resources
Professional staff, board of directors and other volunteers available to help |
Safety
Safety First - a risk management program, safety posters and manual |
Contact
Brittany Cawson, Member Services Manager, 604-333-3498, bcawson@gymbc.org
Brian Forrester, CEO, 604-333-3490, bforrester@gymbc.org
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