2019 Gymnix Classic March 7-10, 2019

Claude-Robillard Sports Complex , Quebec CANADA

Montreal, October 2, 2018

Dear gymnastics friends,

It is with great pleasure that we invite you to compete in the 2019 Gymnix Classic, which will be held March 7th to 10th, 2019 at the Claude-Robillard Sports Complex, in Montréal, Quebec. This event, together with the International Gymnix, is the largest gathering of gymnasts of all ages and levels, celebrating a shared passion for the sport and aiming to surpass themselves in a friendly and festive atmosphere.

Athletes from JO Levels 6 to 10 and National stream categories are welcomed to compete in the 2019 Gymnix Classic. Registrations, accepted on a first-come, first-served basis, will be opened starting on November 5th at 12pm (ET) at www.internationalgymnix.ca.

By registering for the 2019 Gymnix Classic, gymnasts and coaches can enjoy free access to all competition sessions of the International Gymnix. Do not miss this unique opportunity to witness the performances of some of the world's best gymnasts, including the future stars of the Tokyo 2020 .

Over the years, participants have had the chance to admire the talent of , Carly Patterson, Shawn Johnson, , , Larisa Iordache, Oksana Chusovitina and several other famous gymnasts who would eventually be crowned World champions or Olympic champions!

We hope many of you will join us to celebrate this unique sport that is . Rest assured that the organizing committee is working hard to organize a quality event highlighting the true beauty and excitement of the sport.

We are looking forward to welcoming you to our beautiful city.

Anne-Maud Jan Viau Charlotte Goudreau CEO Technical Coordinator [email protected] [email protected]

TABLE OF CONTENT

1. COMPETITION VENUE ______4

2. CATEGORIES ______5

3. REGISTRATION ______7

4. DEADLINES ______7

5. WITHDRAWAL FEES ______8

6. LODGING ______9

7. ACTIVITIES ______9

ANNEX 1 ______10

ANNEX II ______11

1. COMPETITION VENUE

Address: Claude-Robillard Sports Complex 1000 Emile-Journault Montreal, CANADA, H2M 2E7

Contact: Email: [email protected] Website: www.internationalgymnix.ca/en/

Competitions areas:

OMNISPORTS ROOM

DOUBLE GYMNASIUM

Equipment: GYMNOVA equipment Omnisport Room: All events on podium Double Gymnasium: on podium

Music: MP3 file submitted to the OC prior to competition. 1 CD per athlete as backup

2. CATEGORIES

DOUBLE GYMNASIUM

Categories JO 6, JO 7, JO 8, ASPIRE 1, ASPIRE 2

$140 per gymnast, $75 per coach Registration fees A participation gift will be given to all athletes and coaches

JO Levels 6, 7, 8 – Canadian JO Rules Born 2010 and older A summary of the Canadian JO rules is available here: Canadian JO Program Rules 2018-2019

Requirements Canadian Aspire Program Requirements: Canadian Aspire Program 2018-2019 Aspire 1: Born in 2010-2009-2008 Aspire 2: Born in 2009-2008 Canadian Aspire Program Rules 2018-2019

Warm-up area Gymnix facility (2nd basement) or Double Gymnasium

Double Gymnasium Competition area * Floor on podium * Equipment Gymnova Canada

Individual: - All-Around: Top 8 per category - Event: Top 8 per category Awards * Please note that for 2019, ties will not be broken when allocating the awards. For example, if two athletes finish in second position, the bronze medal will still be awarded*

OMNISPORTS ROOM

Categories JO 9, JO 10, NOVICE

$155 per gymnast, $75 per coach Registration fees A participation gift will be given to all athletes and coaches

JO Levels 9, 10 – Canadian JO Rules Born 2010 and older A summary of the Canadian JO rules is available here: Canadian JO Program Rules 2018-2019

Requirements

Novice Canada Requirements: Canadian High Performance Program 2018-2019 Born in 2008-2007-2006 Canadian High Performance Manual 2018-2019 All gymnasts born in those years can participate in this category, not only the HP.

Warm-up area Omnisports Room or Double Gymnasium

Omnisports Room Competition area * All events on podium *

Equipment Gymnova Canada Individual: - All-Around: Top 8 per category - Event: Top 8 per category Awards * Please note that for 2019, ties will not be broken when allocating the awards. For example, if two athletes finish in second position, the bronze medal will still be awarded

3. REGISTRATION

Registration for the 2019 Gymnix Classic will be online on the platform SportzSoft. The link will be shared and available on our website (www.internationalgymnix.ca). More info on the registration procedures will be available before November 5.

4. DEADLINES

November 5, 2018 at 12pm Opening of the registration for the 2019 Gymnix Classic (ET) Registration deadline for the 2019 Gymnix Classic After this date, only modifications to existing registrations will be allowed*

Deadline for non-medical withdrawals WITH REFUND* After this date, no refund will be provided for withdrawal without a medical December 15, certificate 2018

Deadline for medical withdrawals (medical certificate required) WITH FULL REFUND After this date, refund for medical withdrawal will still be accepted. However, a $10 administrative fee will be charged January 15, Deadline for any modification to an existing registration* 2019 Deadline for medical withdrawals (medical certificate required) WITH February 15, REFUND* 2019 After this date, no refund will be provided for withdrawals

* Please note that an additional $10 administrative fee will be charged for any modification to an existing registration or refund request.

To all Quebec clubs participating in the NATIONAL SELECTION please refer to the following document for all the specification regarding this selection.

2nd National Selection | Gymnastics Quebec

5. WITHDRAWAL FEES

MODIFICATION Before/On January 15th – $10 administrative fee After January 15th – No modifications are allowed

NON-MEDICAL WITHDRAWAL Before/On December 15th – Refund, minus a $10 administrative fee After December 15th – No refund

MEDICAL WITHDRAWAL (medical certificate required) Before/On December 15th – Full refund After December 15th – Refund, minus a $10 administrative fee After February 15th – No refund

For any modification, withdrawal notice or refund request, please complete Annex 1 (Modification request) or Annex 2 (Withdrawal notice) attached, and send them by email to [email protected]

Please notify us of any withdrawals as soon as possible (even if the deadline for a refund has passed). This greatly facilitates the event preparation. In order to ensure the quality of the event, we will be very strict with regards to compliance with the mentioned deadlines. We thank you in advance for your collaboration.

6. LODGING You will find in the link below the list of the official hotels for the International Gymnix 2019. We do our best to get the best prices for you and we thank you in advance for booking with our partner hotels.

Official Hotels IG 2019

7. ACTIVITIES

Access to all international competitions.

Autograph and Q&A sessions with the athletes competing in the International Gymnix

Gymnastics Tradeshow: More than a dozen exhibitors offering gymnastics and sports products to spectators and participants.

Shows: participants and spectators have the privilege to see performance from some of the best circus, acrobatic sports and dance artists coming from Canada.

ANNEX 1

MODIFICATION REQUEST

Please complete and send this form by email at: [email protected] A 10$ administrative fee will be charged for any modification request.

Deadline for any modification request is January 15, 2019

CLUB INFORMATION Club Contact person Email Phone number ATHLETE INFORMATION Last name, first name Birthday

(dd/mm/yyyy) Current category (BEFORE the requested New Category modification)

Head coach’s signature : ______Date (dd/mm/yyyy) : ______

*Un athlète par formulaire*

ANNEX II

WITHDRAWAL NOTICE (WITH OR WITHOUT REFUND)

Medical withdrawal o Please complete, sign and send the form below, accompanied by a legible copy of a valid medical certificate, by email at: [email protected] o Deadline: February 15, 2019 o Take note that a $10 administrative fee will be charged for all medical refund requests received after December 15th, 2018. o Refund will be credited to your credit card within 30 business days following the last day of competition.

Non-medical withdrawal o Please complete, sign and send the form below by email at: [email protected] , by December 15th, 2018 at the latest. o No refund (except for medical reasons) will be issued after December 15, 2018. o Take note a $10 administrative fee will be charged for all non-medical refund requests.

CLUB INFORMATION Club Contact person Email Phone number ATHLETE INFORMATION Last name, first name Birthday (dd/mm/yyyy) Category

Head coach’s signature : ______Date (dd/mm/yyyy) : ______

THANK YOU