Frequently Asked Questions

We do not operate a waiting list for GfA, Pre-School or Tumble Tots classes. Once you have completed a registration form you will be notified of any classes that have availability. If all classes are full we continue to notify registered gymnasts each time spaces come up. Spaces are then filled on a first come first serve basis.
For drop in sessions such as Adults, Tiny Gym and Holiday Club our booking system does operate a waiting list if a session is full. An automated system then emails people in order on the waiting list. This applies only to sessions listed on www.bookwhen.com/southwarkgym.

To join the SGC coaching team, simply email your CV to levent.charles@southwarkgymnastics.co.uk. You can start at any point in the year, but the best time to do it is now!

All adult sessions are structured but please feel free to come in and do your own thing!

Yes and it is also a member of London Gymnastics. We are a “GymMark” accredited club which means that our club is recognised by British Gymnastics and their partners as a safe, effective and child friendly club, providing a service in the community that children and young people, their parents/carers and others with a passion for Gymnastics can trust.

This annual membership fee (October – September) includes membership to British Gymnastics and London Gymnastics, but is primarily the Gymnasts Insurance, without which they are not permitted to take part in the sport.

We would encourage all gymnasts to wear shorts and t-shirts or something similar like leggings. Clothing should not be baggy as it can catch on equipment and increases the risk of injury. Leotards are optional. Gymnasts do not wear socks or trainers, all activities are performed in bare feet. All jewellery including earrings and watches must be removed.

The club no longer supplies membership t-shirts. However if you would like to purchase any SGC kit including t-shirts please ask a coach.

Yes, it is very important that you register participants details before joining a session. This enables us to be aware of any potential illnesses, injuries or allergies before teaching the gymnasts. We will also have contact details for you.

When registering and joining the club, each GfA gymnast will work towards the British Gymnastics Proficiency Award Scheme. The Core levels range from levels 8-1 (1 being the most difficult). Gymnasts can then move onto the Advanced Scheme which has Bronze, Silver and Gold levels through a number of sections including Floor, Vault and Rebound and Apparatus.

Yes, unless you are the parent of a tiny gym or pre-school gymnast, then you are required to stay and take part in the session.