2020 Gymnix Classic March 5-8, 2020

Claude-Robillard Sports Complex , Quebec CANADA

Montreal, October 2, 2019

Dear friends,

It is with great pleasure that we invite you to compete in the 2020 Gymnix Classic, which will be held March 5th to 8th, 2020 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 2020 Gymnix Classic. Registrations, accepted on a first-come, first-served basis, will be opened starting on November 4th at 3pm (EST) on the IG website.

By registering for the 2020 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 athletes preparing for the 2020 .

Over the years, participants have had the chance to admire the talent of , , Shawn Johnson, , , , and several other famous gymnasts who would eventually be crowned World champions or Olympic champions! The winner of each competition session will receive the official leotard of the event offered by our partner GK Elite.

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: all events on podium

DOUBLE GYMNASIUM: on podium

2. CATEGORIES

DOUBLE GYMNASIUM

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

$145 per gymnast, $85 per coach Registration fees A participation gift will be given to all athletes and coaches

JO Levels 6, 7, 8 – Canadian JO Rules Born 2011 and older A summary of the Canadian JO rules is available here: Canadian JO Program Rules 2019-2020

Requirements Canadian Aspire Program Requirements: Canadian Aspire Program 2019-2020 Aspire 1: Born in 2011-2010-2009 Aspire 2: Born in 2010-2009-2008 Canadian Aspire Program Rules 2019-2020

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

Double Gymnasium Competition area * Floor on podium * Individual: - All-Around: Top 8 per category - Event: Top 8 per category Awards -The winner of each session will receive the official IG leotard offered by our partner GK Elite. * Please note that for 2020, 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*

The following documents must be downloaded on SportzSoft before Documents to be February 10, 2020. - Music MP3* provided by - Athlete photo athlete - Image and video release form * Please note that it is still mandatory to bring each athlete's music on a USB key or a CD *

OMNISPORTS ROOM

JO 9*, JO 10, NOVICE Categories *We will do our best to have all the JO9 compete in this gym, but we can not guarantee it. In case of a gym change, the athletes will be refunded the difference of fees

$160 per gymnast, $85 per coach Registration fees A participation gift will be given to all athletes and coaches

JO Levels 9, 10 – Canadian JO Rules Born 2011 and older A summary of the Canadian JO rules is available here: Canadian JO Program Rules 2019-2020

Requirements Novice Canada Requirements: Canadian High Performance Program 2018-2019, HP Canadian model in effect (2019-2020 program to come) Born in 2009-2008-2007 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 * Individual: - All-Around: Top 8 per category - Event: Top 8 per category Awards -The winner of each session will receive the official IG leotard offered by our partner GK Elite. * Please note that for 2020, 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* These documents must be downloaded on SportzSoft before February 10, 2020. Documents to be - Music MP3* provided by athlete - Athlete photo - Image and video release form * Please note that it is still mandatory to bring each athlete's music on a USB key or a CD *

3. REGISTRATION

Registration for the 2020 Gymnix Classic will be online on the platform SportzSoft which will be accessible from the registration page on our website. More info on the registration procedures will be available before November 4.

4. DEADLINES

November 4, Opening of the registration for the 2020 Gymnix Classic. First come, first 2019 at 3pm registered ! (EST) Deadline for non-medical withdrawals WITH REFUND* After this date, no refund will be provided for withdrawal without a medical certificate December 10,

2019 Deadline for medical withdrawals (medical certificate required) WITH REFUND*

January 10, Deadline for any modification to an existing registration at the cost of 25$* 2020 Deadline for any modification to an existing registration at the cost of 50$*

Deadline for medical withdrawals (medical certificate required) WITH REFUND* After this date, no refund will be provided for withdrawals February 10,

2020 Deadline to download the following documents on SportzSoft • Music MP3* • Athlete photo • Image and video release form * Please note that it is still mandatory to bring each athlete's music on a USB key or a CD *

* Please refer to section 5 to view the applicable administrative fee.

5. WITHDRAWAL FEES

MODIFICATION Before/On January 10th – $25 administrative fee After January 10th – $50 administrative fee After February 10th – No modification

NON-MEDICAL WITHDRAWAL Before/On December 10th – Refund, minus a $25 administrative fee After December 10th – No refund

MEDICAL WITHDRAWAL (medical certificate required) Before/On December 10th – Full refund, minus a $25 administrative fee After February 10th – 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 The list of the official hotels for the International Gymnix 2020 will be sent out shortly. We do our best to get the best prices for you and we thank you in advance for booking with our partner hotels.

7. ACTIVITIES Access to all international competitions for registered athletes and coaches. Spectators will be able to purchase tickets on the IG website. Also, all Classic and International competitions will be webcast for free.

Fanzone: autograph and Q&A sessions with the athletes competing in the International Gymnix, make-up, official IG danse, animation and more.

Gymnastics Tradeshow: More than a dozen exhibitors offering gymnastics and sports products as well as a variety of food options.

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 25$ or 50$ administrative fee will be charged for any modification request.

Deadline for any modification request is February 10, 2020

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 10, 2020 o Take note that a $25 administrative fee will be charged for all medical refund requests received. o Refund will be done 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 10th, 2019 at the latest. o No refund (except for medical reasons) will be issued after December 10, 2019. o Take note a $25 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