Everyone who is booked in for the new term commencing 31st August should have received an email today (22nd August). We’re really looking forward to seeing everyone. All going well, the first term will run for 10 weeks (commencing 31st August and ending 7th November). The full list of term dates is available here.
Please take note of the following information:
- As usual, gymnasts will enter the club through the ENTRANCE door at the front of the building. There are markers on the path outside to allow people to queue 2m apart. Please do not leave your child queueing alone, an adult should accompany them to the door. ONLY THE GYMNASTS WILL BE ALLOWED TO ENTER THE GYM. Parents/guardians or siblings will not be allowed to enter for any reason. Gymnasts will sanitise their hands as they enter.
- Gymnasts will be collected as usual from the EXIT door at the front of the building. Classes now run for 55 minutes rather than 1 hour to allow one class to exit before the next class enters. So, for example, if your child’s class commences at 4pm, the exit door will open at 4.55pm. All gymnasts will need to exit the gym during those 5 minutes so please be available to collect them.
- The gymnasts will be able to use the toilet as usual but if possible encourage them to use the toilet at home prior to coming to the gym.
- It won’t be possible for the gymnasts to change in the gym at the beginning or end of their classes so they need to arrive wearing suitable clothes.
- The gymnasts should bring as little stuff with them as possible please so they can move to the cubby holes and then to the floor area as quickly as possible.
- The gymnasts should bring a bottle of water with them.
- All gymnasts must wear gymnastics shoes or a pair of socks at all times. The socks with grips are also suitable.
- There are markers in place around the gym to ensure social distancing which the gymnasts will need to adhere to. They will still be able to chat and have fun, just at a bit of a distance!
- The classes will be a bit different to usual to ensure social distancing but we aim for them to be as progressive and enjoyable as possible.
- Parents should screen their own children at home prior to coming to class. If your child is unwell, they should not come.
- If a gymnast feels unwell or is injured during the class, they should immediately advise their coach. Please note that while every effort is made to safeguard your child, there is an element of risk to the sport of gymnastics. First aid will be administered when required.
- The coaches will wear masks/visors at all times.
- We have an enhanced cleaning and sanitisation plan in place.
- Our RTS (Return to Sport) Plan is a ‘live’ document and will change if necessary.
Please be assured that we will make every effort to ensure everyone’s safety. If you have any queries or concerns please email mary@saltocork.ie. Thank you for your support during these unusual times.