The GymSouth Handbook
Dear Parents,
Welcome to GymSouth, Inc. We are excited to have the opportunity to
teach your child Gymnastics, Tumbling, and/or Cheerleading. GymSouth,
Inc. is a USA Gymnastics Member Club. Our facility was built in August of
2002 and boasts the only competition size cheerleading floor in the area.
Please take time to read this handbook. It is designed to answer and/or
make clear any questions you may have.
MISSION STATEMENT
To provide our students with the best quality Gymnastics and Cheerleading
instruction. To help children, teens and young adults in developing physical
skills such as co-ordination, balance, agility and strength. To foster a sense
of well-being and accomplishment and to afford each student the
opportunity to reach his or her full potential.
COACHING STAFF
Cherry Dabney-RobbinsGym Owner/Administrator
Over 30 years of gymnastics/cheerleading experience. Involved in
gymnastics since age 5. Competitive Gymnast from ages 6-14. WCHS
Cheerleader 4 years. Gymnastics Coach for 8 years in Oxford, MS,
Vicksburg, MS and Charleston, SC. B.S. Physical Education from the
College of Charleston 1990. Physical Education Teacher 1990-1994.
Cheerleading tryout Coach and Judge. Member-American Assoc. of
Cheerleading Coaches and Sponsors. Member - USA Gymanstics,
Instructor and Professional Member, Safety Certified. Cheerleading tryout
judge for Spirit Event Coordinators.
Cassie Burgess Assistant Coach/All levels-Beginner-Advanced
College student with 8 years experience with YMCA after school programs.
Over 15 years of Dance experience. 5 years of gymnastics coaching
experience.
Krisa Warnock-Rowland Cheer Coach
Over 20 years of combined gymnastics and cheerleading experience and
instruction. Graduate of MSU and employed with Waterways in the ITL
department. Currently working on Masters degree from Syracuse University.
Former competitive Gymnast - Level 5 & 6, trained Level 7. Level 6 Vault
State Champ. VHS Cheerleader 93-97, MSU Cheerleader 97'-99'. NCA
National participant 98, UCA College Prep Camp 'Best Stunt Partner"
recipient. Cheerleading tryout Judge for Spirit Event Coordinators for MS
area. USA Gymnastics Professional Member/Safety Certified.
Mandy Hebert Team Coach
Former LSU Gymnast and Level 9 competitive gymnast. 6 years coaching
experience. B.A. English from LSU on staff with the Marketing Department
of River Region. USA Gymnastics Professional Member/Safety Certified.
Other members of our staff are:
Hannah Hayes Kourtney Dorbeck Eden Smith
These Student Coaches include former and current Warren Central, and St.
Al varsity cheerleaders, tennis team members, as well as 3 former
competitive gymnasts.
Claire Reid is a former Level 5 State Champion and is one of our Team
Coaches as well.
PROGRAM
GymSouth bases its program on USA Gymnastics Junior Olympic Program
of Women’s Artistic Gymnastics. Our skill sheets contain conditioning,
flexibility exercises, and skills that come directly from the J.O. Program. This
enables our staff to evaluate and move students to the proper classes as
they complete skills for that certain level. The levels begin with Pre-Level 1
and Level 1 and go through level 7. This way we are able to evaluate those
students who posses the skills to move to competitive gymnastics.
GYM RULES
Please go over these with your children and (as a parent), know them as
well.
1. No parents or spectators allowed in the gym during class time - *see
below
2. Only registered students are allowed on the equipment and only during
class with a coach present
3. No gum chewing, eating or drinking in the gym or waiting areas
4. No running or horseplay
5. Cheerleaders are allowed only on the floor-x
6. No jewelry
7. Students may arrive (no earlier) than 10 minutes before their scheduled
class is to begin and must be accompanied by a an adult until their class
begins.
Students are not allowed to be left unattended in the gym.
***The gym will open doors 15 minutes before the first class of the day
meets.
*You will be notified of special days that parents can come and observe
classes.
SAFETY
Your child's safety is our #1 concern. There can, and will, be injuries in any
sport, Gymnastics and Cheerleading are no exception. Our staff is very
safety conscious and we abide by the previously listed gym rules, this will
aid in GymSouth having a top-notch safety level.
PICK UP/DROP-OFF
There will be NO early drop offs this year. A parent must stay with
their child until class begins. Our staff is having a hard time
watching those that are dropped off early,as well as trying to teach
class. We will not be responsible for students that are dropped off
early. Children are not allowed to stay in the gym unattended. You
will be given a written warning if you drop off your child off without
supervision. If there is a second offense, you will be fined $1.00 per
minute the child is left early. If there is a third offense, you will be
asked to withdraw from classes at GymSouth.
Students are to be picked up promptly from class. Parents have 10
minutes after class is dismissed to pick up your child. This does not
mean that you can tack on 10 minutes to the class time. If your child
is left longer than the 10 minutes allowed, you will be given a
written warning. Second offense is $1.00 for each minute your child
is left in the gym. If there is a third offense, you will be asked to
withdraw from classes at GymSouth.
Please be prompt to pick up your child, again we will not be
responsible for your child outside of class time.
PERSONAL PROPERTY
Please do not allow your child to bring valuables to class. GymSouth will not
be responsible for lost items. We do have a Lost and Found basket next to
the cubbies. I clean it out twice a year (December and May) and take any
clothing, etc... to the Salvation Army.
CLASS STRUCTURE
Gymnastics is a very disciplined sport. Cheerleading is no longer limited to
the sidelines and has become a competitive sport. Our classes are very
structured and our coaches expect good behavior. You might even call our
method of teaching strict and rigid. In the sports of gymnastics and
cheerleading, skills must be performed to perfection for success to be
achieved. We run a tight ship but make our classes lots of fun at the same
time. If your child is being disruptive in class or has to be disciplined during
class; I will discuss the matter with you after class and in private.
REWARD SYSTEM
This system is for Pre-School and Beginner classes. This will help students
visualize their progress and set new goals. Each child will receive a sticker
at the end of class. If their behavior has been good, they take their sticker
home, if their behavior has not been good, they must place their sticker on
the 'board'. At the end of each month, the students with no stickers on the
'board' will get a small prize out of the 'Happy Box".
HEALTH/DISABILITIES
If your child is absent from school on his/her gymnastics class day, do not
bring them to the gym. Believe me, students tell our staff if they did not go
to school due to illness. If this happens we will call you to come pick them up
or sit them out for the remainder of class. Do not send your child to class if
he or she is sick, period. Physical Activity in children who are ill can worsen
their symptoms as well as make other students sick.
If your child has ANY sort of disability, (speech, hearing, learning, emotional,
etc.) be sure to notify a staff member so that we can do our best to teach in
a way that will be beneficial to your child.
ATTIRE/APPEARANCE
Gymnastics and tumbling
Girls must wear a leotard. If the leotard is light colored, underwear needs to
be worn. Older girls may need to wear a sports bra. Boys may wear knit
shorts and tucked in t-shirts.
DO NOT WEAR: Two piece outfits, leotards with skirts, socks or shoes,
jewelry, any clothing with buttons, zippers or snaps
These items can lead to injury of student and/or coach. These items can
also ‘catch’ on equipment and cause injury or equipment damage. Student
will not be allowed to participate if any of the above items are worn.
*Hair should be pulled back at the nape of the neck.
*Do NOT pull hair up high on the head or use ponytail holders with balls or
anything hard on them.
*Please put flat barrettes or bobby pins in hair that is hanging in the face.
*Please have your child’s hair fixed before class. It takes time away from
instruction when our coaches have to fix hair.
Please keep your child’s finger and toe nails clipped short. If left long it can
lead to injury of student or staff.
Cheerleading
Students should wear T-shirt and shorts, socks and tennis shoes. No
tennis shoes=no participation in class. No jewelry, of any kind, is
allowed. Hair must be pulled back in a ponytail and away from the face.
EXHIBITIONS/PARADES
GymSouth occasionally participates in various parades and takes part in
community events such as Riverfest. Our staff chooses the classes that will
participate in these events.
*Students may be asked to purchase leotards, t-shirts or other attire for
participation in various performances or exhibitions. We may charge a fee
for these special events to help off set costs of staff, set up, etc...
TUITION AND PAYMENT
You will be required to sign a TUITION PAYMENT/HANDBOOK
AGREEMENT. You will receive it on the first day of your child's class.
Registration fees are as follows: 1 child $50/year
2 children $75/year (for both)
3 or more children $100/year (for all)
Registration fees are non-refundable and are applicable from September
of current year to August of the following year. No matter what time of the
year you register your child, the fee and terms remain the same.
Tuition rates can be found on the class days/times page
Two classes=10% off total tuition.
Three classes=15% off total tuition.
Tuition is due the first class of each month.
If tuition is not paid by the second class of the month, a $25.00 late
fee will be assessed.
If tuition and late fee are not paid by the third class of the month,
you child will not be allowed to participate.
These rules are in effect even if your child is absent from class the
first two weeks of a month.
There is a $40.00 returned check charge. If the tuition and fee for the
month is not promptly paid we will turn you over to our collections agency or
the Warren County District Attorney's Bad Check Unit.
Tuition is NOT pro-rated. Tuition is due in full, even if there are holidays
that fall on class days, if your child is absent, or if there is a short month.
Please note that there are some months that have 5 weeks, we do not
charge you for a long month.
We reserve the right to increase tuition at any time during the year.
Please understand that GymSouth, Inc. is a business. We set a budget
based on the number of students we register. We are very serious about
tuition collection. If you do not pay your tuition, we will not allow your child to
participate.
ABSENCES/MAKE-UP CLASSES/HOLIDAYS/WITHDRAWALS
GymSouth takes the same holidays as the Vicksburg/Warren Public School
District. This schedule is on the last page of this booklet.
*If a student is absent from a class, the class may be made up.
*Our staff does not schedule make up classes.
*A schedule of classes can be picked up at anytime.
*You may bring your child to any scheduled class that is the same as the
class they are currently registered in.
*It is up to you, as the parent, to obtain the schedule and choose a make-up
time that is convenient for you.
* If there is not another class offered that is like the one your child is
registered in, please contact our office and we can give you some options.
*Make up classes are only good throughout the school year (Sept-May).
*Short months are December and May, due to Christmas holiday and end of
the school year (we do not go the full month of May). Make plans to make
up these classes.
If you wish to withdraw your child from classes at GymSouth, Inc.,
please contact our office and let us know.
You will be charged tuition until you contact us about withdrawing
your child.
PRIVATE LESSONS
Private lessons are available upon request. The charge for private lessons
are at the coach's discretion.
*A specific day and time will be given for each private lesson. You are
expected to be present. Please give (at the very least) 24 hours notice (to
the respective coach) if you are going to be absent.
*Please be aware that our coaches take out extra time for these lessons. If
you are absent (without notifying the coach) you will be expected to pay for
your lesson.
CLOSING The staff at GymSouth, Inc. thanks you for entrusting us to teach
your child(ren). Be sure to keep this Handbook, so you may refer to it when
needed. We are available to discuss your child's progress or answer any
questions you may have. It is important that your child is having fun in a
safe environment. Our staff will do everything possible to make this
happen. The lines of communication are always open.
GymSouth, Inc, 601-661-7490
3422 Wisconsin Ave., Vicksburg, MS 39180
HOLIDAYS -SPECIAL EVENTS
PLEASE SEE THE 'IMPORTANT DATES' PAGE
Welcome to GymSouth, Inc. We are excited to have the opportunity to
teach your child Gymnastics, Tumbling, and/or Cheerleading. GymSouth,
Inc. is a USA Gymnastics Member Club. Our facility was built in August of
2002 and boasts the only competition size cheerleading floor in the area.
Please take time to read this handbook. It is designed to answer and/or
make clear any questions you may have.
MISSION STATEMENT
To provide our students with the best quality Gymnastics and Cheerleading
instruction. To help children, teens and young adults in developing physical
skills such as co-ordination, balance, agility and strength. To foster a sense
of well-being and accomplishment and to afford each student the
opportunity to reach his or her full potential.
COACHING STAFF
Cherry Dabney-RobbinsGym Owner/Administrator
Over 30 years of gymnastics/cheerleading experience. Involved in
gymnastics since age 5. Competitive Gymnast from ages 6-14. WCHS
Cheerleader 4 years. Gymnastics Coach for 8 years in Oxford, MS,
Vicksburg, MS and Charleston, SC. B.S. Physical Education from the
College of Charleston 1990. Physical Education Teacher 1990-1994.
Cheerleading tryout Coach and Judge. Member-American Assoc. of
Cheerleading Coaches and Sponsors. Member - USA Gymanstics,
Instructor and Professional Member, Safety Certified. Cheerleading tryout
judge for Spirit Event Coordinators.
Cassie Burgess Assistant Coach/All levels-Beginner-Advanced
College student with 8 years experience with YMCA after school programs.
Over 15 years of Dance experience. 5 years of gymnastics coaching
experience.
Krisa Warnock-Rowland Cheer Coach
Over 20 years of combined gymnastics and cheerleading experience and
instruction. Graduate of MSU and employed with Waterways in the ITL
department. Currently working on Masters degree from Syracuse University.
Former competitive Gymnast - Level 5 & 6, trained Level 7. Level 6 Vault
State Champ. VHS Cheerleader 93-97, MSU Cheerleader 97'-99'. NCA
National participant 98, UCA College Prep Camp 'Best Stunt Partner"
recipient. Cheerleading tryout Judge for Spirit Event Coordinators for MS
area. USA Gymnastics Professional Member/Safety Certified.
Mandy Hebert Team Coach
Former LSU Gymnast and Level 9 competitive gymnast. 6 years coaching
experience. B.A. English from LSU on staff with the Marketing Department
of River Region. USA Gymnastics Professional Member/Safety Certified.
Other members of our staff are:
Hannah Hayes Kourtney Dorbeck Eden Smith
These Student Coaches include former and current Warren Central, and St.
Al varsity cheerleaders, tennis team members, as well as 3 former
competitive gymnasts.
Claire Reid is a former Level 5 State Champion and is one of our Team
Coaches as well.
PROGRAM
GymSouth bases its program on USA Gymnastics Junior Olympic Program
of Women’s Artistic Gymnastics. Our skill sheets contain conditioning,
flexibility exercises, and skills that come directly from the J.O. Program. This
enables our staff to evaluate and move students to the proper classes as
they complete skills for that certain level. The levels begin with Pre-Level 1
and Level 1 and go through level 7. This way we are able to evaluate those
students who posses the skills to move to competitive gymnastics.
GYM RULES
Please go over these with your children and (as a parent), know them as
well.
1. No parents or spectators allowed in the gym during class time - *see
below
2. Only registered students are allowed on the equipment and only during
class with a coach present
3. No gum chewing, eating or drinking in the gym or waiting areas
4. No running or horseplay
5. Cheerleaders are allowed only on the floor-x
6. No jewelry
7. Students may arrive (no earlier) than 10 minutes before their scheduled
class is to begin and must be accompanied by a an adult until their class
begins.
Students are not allowed to be left unattended in the gym.
***The gym will open doors 15 minutes before the first class of the day
meets.
*You will be notified of special days that parents can come and observe
classes.
SAFETY
Your child's safety is our #1 concern. There can, and will, be injuries in any
sport, Gymnastics and Cheerleading are no exception. Our staff is very
safety conscious and we abide by the previously listed gym rules, this will
aid in GymSouth having a top-notch safety level.
PICK UP/DROP-OFF
There will be NO early drop offs this year. A parent must stay with
their child until class begins. Our staff is having a hard time
watching those that are dropped off early,as well as trying to teach
class. We will not be responsible for students that are dropped off
early. Children are not allowed to stay in the gym unattended. You
will be given a written warning if you drop off your child off without
supervision. If there is a second offense, you will be fined $1.00 per
minute the child is left early. If there is a third offense, you will be
asked to withdraw from classes at GymSouth.
Students are to be picked up promptly from class. Parents have 10
minutes after class is dismissed to pick up your child. This does not
mean that you can tack on 10 minutes to the class time. If your child
is left longer than the 10 minutes allowed, you will be given a
written warning. Second offense is $1.00 for each minute your child
is left in the gym. If there is a third offense, you will be asked to
withdraw from classes at GymSouth.
Please be prompt to pick up your child, again we will not be
responsible for your child outside of class time.
PERSONAL PROPERTY
Please do not allow your child to bring valuables to class. GymSouth will not
be responsible for lost items. We do have a Lost and Found basket next to
the cubbies. I clean it out twice a year (December and May) and take any
clothing, etc... to the Salvation Army.
CLASS STRUCTURE
Gymnastics is a very disciplined sport. Cheerleading is no longer limited to
the sidelines and has become a competitive sport. Our classes are very
structured and our coaches expect good behavior. You might even call our
method of teaching strict and rigid. In the sports of gymnastics and
cheerleading, skills must be performed to perfection for success to be
achieved. We run a tight ship but make our classes lots of fun at the same
time. If your child is being disruptive in class or has to be disciplined during
class; I will discuss the matter with you after class and in private.
REWARD SYSTEM
This system is for Pre-School and Beginner classes. This will help students
visualize their progress and set new goals. Each child will receive a sticker
at the end of class. If their behavior has been good, they take their sticker
home, if their behavior has not been good, they must place their sticker on
the 'board'. At the end of each month, the students with no stickers on the
'board' will get a small prize out of the 'Happy Box".
HEALTH/DISABILITIES
If your child is absent from school on his/her gymnastics class day, do not
bring them to the gym. Believe me, students tell our staff if they did not go
to school due to illness. If this happens we will call you to come pick them up
or sit them out for the remainder of class. Do not send your child to class if
he or she is sick, period. Physical Activity in children who are ill can worsen
their symptoms as well as make other students sick.
If your child has ANY sort of disability, (speech, hearing, learning, emotional,
etc.) be sure to notify a staff member so that we can do our best to teach in
a way that will be beneficial to your child.
ATTIRE/APPEARANCE
Gymnastics and tumbling
Girls must wear a leotard. If the leotard is light colored, underwear needs to
be worn. Older girls may need to wear a sports bra. Boys may wear knit
shorts and tucked in t-shirts.
DO NOT WEAR: Two piece outfits, leotards with skirts, socks or shoes,
jewelry, any clothing with buttons, zippers or snaps
These items can lead to injury of student and/or coach. These items can
also ‘catch’ on equipment and cause injury or equipment damage. Student
will not be allowed to participate if any of the above items are worn.
*Hair should be pulled back at the nape of the neck.
*Do NOT pull hair up high on the head or use ponytail holders with balls or
anything hard on them.
*Please put flat barrettes or bobby pins in hair that is hanging in the face.
*Please have your child’s hair fixed before class. It takes time away from
instruction when our coaches have to fix hair.
Please keep your child’s finger and toe nails clipped short. If left long it can
lead to injury of student or staff.
Cheerleading
Students should wear T-shirt and shorts, socks and tennis shoes. No
tennis shoes=no participation in class. No jewelry, of any kind, is
allowed. Hair must be pulled back in a ponytail and away from the face.
EXHIBITIONS/PARADES
GymSouth occasionally participates in various parades and takes part in
community events such as Riverfest. Our staff chooses the classes that will
participate in these events.
*Students may be asked to purchase leotards, t-shirts or other attire for
participation in various performances or exhibitions. We may charge a fee
for these special events to help off set costs of staff, set up, etc...
TUITION AND PAYMENT
You will be required to sign a TUITION PAYMENT/HANDBOOK
AGREEMENT. You will receive it on the first day of your child's class.
Registration fees are as follows: 1 child $50/year
2 children $75/year (for both)
3 or more children $100/year (for all)
Registration fees are non-refundable and are applicable from September
of current year to August of the following year. No matter what time of the
year you register your child, the fee and terms remain the same.
Tuition rates can be found on the class days/times page
Two classes=10% off total tuition.
Three classes=15% off total tuition.
Tuition is due the first class of each month.
If tuition is not paid by the second class of the month, a $25.00 late
fee will be assessed.
If tuition and late fee are not paid by the third class of the month,
you child will not be allowed to participate.
These rules are in effect even if your child is absent from class the
first two weeks of a month.
There is a $40.00 returned check charge. If the tuition and fee for the
month is not promptly paid we will turn you over to our collections agency or
the Warren County District Attorney's Bad Check Unit.
Tuition is NOT pro-rated. Tuition is due in full, even if there are holidays
that fall on class days, if your child is absent, or if there is a short month.
Please note that there are some months that have 5 weeks, we do not
charge you for a long month.
We reserve the right to increase tuition at any time during the year.
Please understand that GymSouth, Inc. is a business. We set a budget
based on the number of students we register. We are very serious about
tuition collection. If you do not pay your tuition, we will not allow your child to
participate.
ABSENCES/MAKE-UP CLASSES/HOLIDAYS/WITHDRAWALS
GymSouth takes the same holidays as the Vicksburg/Warren Public School
District. This schedule is on the last page of this booklet.
*If a student is absent from a class, the class may be made up.
*Our staff does not schedule make up classes.
*A schedule of classes can be picked up at anytime.
*You may bring your child to any scheduled class that is the same as the
class they are currently registered in.
*It is up to you, as the parent, to obtain the schedule and choose a make-up
time that is convenient for you.
* If there is not another class offered that is like the one your child is
registered in, please contact our office and we can give you some options.
*Make up classes are only good throughout the school year (Sept-May).
*Short months are December and May, due to Christmas holiday and end of
the school year (we do not go the full month of May). Make plans to make
up these classes.
If you wish to withdraw your child from classes at GymSouth, Inc.,
please contact our office and let us know.
You will be charged tuition until you contact us about withdrawing
your child.
PRIVATE LESSONS
Private lessons are available upon request. The charge for private lessons
are at the coach's discretion.
*A specific day and time will be given for each private lesson. You are
expected to be present. Please give (at the very least) 24 hours notice (to
the respective coach) if you are going to be absent.
*Please be aware that our coaches take out extra time for these lessons. If
you are absent (without notifying the coach) you will be expected to pay for
your lesson.
CLOSING The staff at GymSouth, Inc. thanks you for entrusting us to teach
your child(ren). Be sure to keep this Handbook, so you may refer to it when
needed. We are available to discuss your child's progress or answer any
questions you may have. It is important that your child is having fun in a
safe environment. Our staff will do everything possible to make this
happen. The lines of communication are always open.
GymSouth, Inc, 601-661-7490
3422 Wisconsin Ave., Vicksburg, MS 39180
HOLIDAYS -SPECIAL EVENTS
PLEASE SEE THE 'IMPORTANT DATES' PAGE
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