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VILLAGE OF ROCKVILLE CENTRE RECREATION DEPARTMENT

111 NORTH OCEANSIDE ROAD, ROCKVILLE CENTRE, NEW YORK 11570 WWW.RVCREC.WEEBLY.COM
Phone (516) 678-9338 Fax: (516) 678-9266 Email: reccenter@rvcny.us Facebook: Rockville Centre Recreation

2018 Gymnastics Show– Grade 3-5

Registration for Spring 2018 session begins on February 12 for RVC residents and non-residents who are prior students. The office opens at 8:30am.
NO REFUNDS – Credit may be issued for withdrawal before 3rd class meeting

The 43rd Annual Gymnastics Shows will be held the weekend of June 1, 2,3. There will be performances to
accommodate all 500 children enrolled in our program. Only those who have participated in the Fall or Winter
instructional classes may register for the shows, since we will be practicing solely for the show performances – there will
not be any instruction of new skills during this Spring session. Please choose day and time for your child’s class AND the
show performance you would prefer for your child (see form below). Each child will perform in the warm-up number, on
one event (vault, bars or beam) plus a floor exercise routine. There is limited space in each show performance.

Weekly Class Meetings

Gr. 3-5: Tuesday 4:00-5:00pm April 10, 17, 24 May 1, 8, 15
Grade 3: Friday 4:00-5:00pm April 13, 20, 27 May 4, 11, 18
Gr. 3-4-5: Saturday 11:30-12:30am April 14, 21, 28 May 5, 12, 19
***PLUS 2 dress rehearsals***
For all show participants - gymnasts must attend both dress rehearsals for their show performance
Dress Rehearsals are mandatory!!! There is limited space in each show performance, so register early!

Performance Day, Date and Time Dress Rehearsal 1 Dress Rehearsal 2

Show A Friday June 1 @6:30pm Tues. May 22 @5:05pm Tues. May 29 @5:05pm
Show D Sunday June 3 @12:30pm Thurs. May 24 @6:10pm Thurs. May 31 @6:10pm

FEE: $132 residents / $143 non-residents for 8 meetings

For example, if you sign up for Tuesday 4:00pm class and Show A, you attend class on the 6 Tuesdays listed PLUS the 2 dress
rehearsals on Tue. May 22 and Tues. May 29. Your show performance is Fri. June 1 @6:30pm

All participants must wear a leotard. Bike (lycra spandex) shorts are optional. Gymnasts do not need to purchase new outfits if you
have them already. But if you wish to buy one, inexpensive leotards may be purchased online, just google “gymnastics leotard”
and lots of choices will come up. Please do not purchase leos that have frills or skirts. They are inappropriate for gymnastics.
Absolutely NO jewelry. Please do not plan newly pierced ears near show date. Barefeet are a must for everyone while performing.
Questions? Contact Heather at HKnoch@rvcny.us
For optimal success for your child—absences, changes and make-ups should be avoided.
Please check your calendar carefully before registering!

Tickets for shows will be sold for all spectators beginning May 7. The price will be $10 per person (for all spectators over age 5).
There is an initial limit of 6 tickets per family for each performance. Any additional tickets that are available on May 29 will be put
on general sale. There most likely will not be tickets available for purchase at the door. If you need seating on chairs for senior
citizens or those who cannot sit in the bleachers, let us know when you buy your tickets and we will reserve seats for you.

Gymnastics Registration Form Spring 2018

Name D/O/B ________ Grade _____ Email

Address Town_________________________Phone

Indicate Class Day and Time Prior Participation

Indicate sessions attended

LIMITED SPACE IN ALL SHOWS! Fall 2017 _____

Indicate Preferred Show - day and time _______ __ ____ __________ ___
(INDICATE your first, second choices) 1st choice show 2nd choice show Winter 2018 _____
e.g. “Show A Fri. 6:30”

_______ My child will not participate in the Gymnastics Show/will attend class (not dress rehearsals) (subtract $20 from fee)

I give my child permission to practice for and participate in the RVC Recreation Dept. Gymnastics Show on date
indicated above. I understand the NO REFUND policy.

Parent/Guardian Signature

PLEASE TURN PAGE and FILL OUT BACK OF FORM

STAFF ONLY

Date Amt. Paid Receipt#____________

Checked In Posted
 2018 Gymnastics Show
We are home to the Long Island Independent Gymnastics League and we boast the top 2 teams in the league (RVC
Ultimate and RVC United). The Rec. also is the home of the Rising Stars and Gymnastics Club developmental
program of 100 dedicated gymnasts who are training hard to gain new skills. Our recreation program instructional
classes are held 6 days a week, with a total of over 500 girls and boys in grades pre-K through 5.

This program has come a long way since the inception of the gymnastics program back in 1975. Our 24 gymnasts
used wrestling mats borrowed from South Side High School, a wooden balance beam and free-standing uneven
bars in those inaugural shows! “Sesame Street” was the first themed show in 1980, with “Rainbow Connection” as our
first warm-up number.

We hope that everyone who has participated in the Fall or Winter sessions of gymnastics will be able to participate in
this year’s Gymnastics Show. Due to the fact that this is not an instructional program in the Spring session, new
students must wait until the Summer session to register when the instructional programs begins again.

All girls must wear leotards or unitards, Children do not need to purchase new outfits if you have them already. But if
you wish to buy one, inexpensive leotards may be purchased online, just google “gymnastics leotard” and lots of
choices will come up. Please do not purchase leos that have lots of frills or skirts. They are inappropriate for
gymnastics. No jewelry. Barefeet are a must for everyone while performing.
Once practices begin, you cannot change your registration.
Look carefully at your calendar at home and register for the class day and performance that works for you. Please
make note of the mandatory dress-rehearsals that correspond with your show. Start now to make arrangements with
any other obligations that may conflict. We cannot save a place for you in a class, and do not assume that we
know you will be registering! When a show performance is closed, it is closed.

SORRY, LAST MINUTE CHANGES CANNOT BE ACCOMMODATED! PLEASE CHECK YOUR CALENDARS NOW TO AVOID LAST
-MINUTE DROP-OUTS AND CONFLICTS. Even one child dropping out changes EVERYTHING!

We are blessed with a talented and dedicated group of senior gymnastics coaches, supported by our high school
staff and volunteers. The instructors will be helping your child choose one event on which they will perform (bars,
beam or vault), in addition to their floor exercise routine. Our goal is to have your child show you their strongest skills,
which may not necessarily be on their favorite event! Please support us in our endeavor to advise them on the best
choice.

With your help, support and cooperation, the 2018 shows will be a big success. If you have any questions, problems,
or concerns please don’t hesitate to contact Heather (HKnoch@rvcny.us).
All information regarding gymnastics will be posted on our RVC Rec Facebook page and on the Rec. Dept. website
at WWW.RVCREC.WEEBLY.COM.

Happy Handstands!

Heather Knoch Karen O’Connor Mariann Catanzaro

Program Director Intro. Gymnastics Coordinator Supervisor

COMPLETE THIS FORM AND SIGN

This program’s goal is to provide gymnastics instruction to children in a small group setting. There may be potentially 6 groups of (9) children
actively involved in gymnastics, simultaneously performing on the various gymnastics apparatus. All participants must be able to follow safety
guidelines as presented verbally by the instructor and visually posted near the equipment. All participants must also be able to follow
directions of the instructor, remain with his/her group at all times and respect the other children in the group. If you suspect that this may be
a challenge for your child, please discuss this program’s suitability to your child’s needs with the program directors before registering. All
discussions and information provided by parent/guardian are confidential.
Accommodations or support services that my child receives in school
Physical limitations, allergies, prior injuries or surgeries
I certify that I have read and understand the above notification and that my child is in good health and capable of participating in gymnastics group
instruction. The Village of Rockville Centre’s Recreation Dept. recognizes its obligation to make our students and their parents aware of the risks and hazards
associated with the sport of gymnastics. Students may suffer injuries, possibly minor, serious or catastrophic in nature. By its very nature, gymnastics carries
a risk of physical injury and this risk cannot be eliminated. Parents should encourage their children to follow all the safety rules and the coaches’ instructions.
I give permission for the Recreation Dept., its coaches and other staff members to take whatever emergency measures are judged necessary for the care and
protection of my child while under its supervision.. In case of a medical emergency I understand that my child may be treated by the local emergency
resources (police, rescue squad) if deemed necessary. I waive and release all rights and claims for damages that my child or I may have against the Village of
RVC or its representatives. With all the above in mind, and being fully aware of the risks and possibility of injury involved, I consent to have my child
participate in the program offered by the Recreation Dept. I am signing this waiver of liability, consenting and releasing the Village from all liability, claims and
causes of actions arising out of activities at the Rec. Dept.
ALL INFORMATION THAT I HAVE PROVIDED ON THIS FORM IS COMPLETE AND ACCURATE.

Parent/guardian signature Date