Faqs

For recreational classes, children can wear either shorts and a T-Shirt (something tight fitting so it will not slide over your child’s head if they go upside down), or a gymnastics suit. We have second hand gymnastics suits available for purchase in our facility.  Bare feet in the gym is required for safety reasons. Hair should be pulled back, no jeans, belly tops, dresses or jewelry should be worn. Children dressed inappropriately will be asked to change and/or not be admitted into class.

You can register online through our website by clicking the "REGISTER NOW" tab, logging into your portal account, or in person during our office hours. For assistance, please email us admin@kawarthagymnastics.ca.

Our new facility houses a beautiful viewing area upstairs with comfortable seating so you can watch your athlete in action.  Please note there is not footwear permitted past our reception area, and no outside food or drink.

Please enter the facility with your child for drop off and pick up so our coaching staff can complete a safe handoff.  We encourage you to also stay and watch from our new upstairs viewing area.

Yes we ask that everyone take their shoes off even in the warmer nicer weather. Keep in mind all children are going into the washrooms in bare feet and their little feet don't like stepping on dirt and stones.

We currently offer toddler drop-in, adaptive drop in, and adult drop in classes.  Please check out our "Private Lesson and Drop-In" page for more details!

Due to our ongoing monthly recreational programming, we offer athletes the ability to withdraw from classes by the 15th of each month therefore we do not allow trial classes. 

Yes we are proud to offer discounts to families as well as multiple class discounts:

• 2nd child or 2nd class 10% off tuition fees for recreational & advanced recreational classes
• 2nd child or 2nd class 5% off tuition fees for competitive classes
• 2nd child 10% discount off camp      

*Discounts will be taken off the lowest fees.

Weather updates – notifications regarding gym closures will be emailed within two hours prior to classes starting when possible, and will also be posted to all our social media platforms (instagram post, stories, and facebook).  Cancellations will also be posted on our website banner homepage.  If KG cancels classes for inclemate weather you will be entitled to a makeup class which can be scheduled by emailing admin@kawarthagymnastics.ca. 

Yes we do offer private lessons, please email us at rec@kawarthagymnastics.ca to book. Private lessons can be arranged with any qualified coach around your availability and our gym schedule. Visit our "Private Lesson" page for details around pricing.

If your child is interested in pursuing an advanced stream of gymnastics they will need to be tested. Please contact the office to inquire on our next testing date. Tryouts for our competitive teams are held at the end of May/beginning of June every year and sometimes at the end of August. Dates and times will be posted on the website once they are finalized.

We will do our best to accommodate you, however, there is no guarantee as staffing decisions are based on scheduling.  Staffing is also subject to change based on our coaches availability.

Our recreational program runs on an ongoing monthly basis from September to June each year.* (Summer Rec sessions run for 7-9 weeks in July/Aug).  Upon registration your spot is yours September to June and we require your first month’s fees, along with your annual Gymnastics Ontario registration fee.  Your G.O. fee is valid annually July 1-June 30, and must be renewed to continue into the following season. 

*fees are calculated based on receiving 4 classes each month.

To withdraw from a class an online Withdrawal Form must be completed and submitted by the 15th of the month that your student wishes to leave. For example, if October will be your last month attending the form must be submitted by Oct 15th to be processed. Online withdrawal forms are available on our website under the "Recreational" program page.

We require all families to have a payment method on file for ongoing monthly programming. You can choose to pay with credit card or bank draft through your portal account. Please note our online system does not accept American Express.

Registration Fees: A $44 annual Gymnastics Ontario Fee is required for all participants who register for weekly programming. The $44 annual Gymnastics Ontario Fee is non-refundable.

Recreational Gymnastics Tuition: The first month’s tuition and the $44 fee are due at registration. Monthly fees are based on 4 classes per month and are automatically charged on the 1st of each month, by credit card or bank draft. If starting mid-month, fees will be prorated.

Recreational Cheerleading Tuition: Our recreational cheerleading program runs in sessions throughout the year. Pricing is based off the number of weeks in a session. Full session fees and the $44 fee are due at registration.

Late/Declined Payments: A $25 NSF fee will be applied to any declined or returned payments. Outstanding accounts must be settled before the second class of the month, or your child will be removed from programming and no longer registered.

Kawartha Gymnastics does not offer refunds for missed or cancelled classes, except for medical situations. A doctor’s note must be provided at the time of withdrawal, and the refund will be prorated based on the number of remaining classes. A 10% administration fee will apply to all processed refunds. The $44 annual Gymnastics Ontario Fee is non-refundable.

For withdrawals due to non-medical reasons, please submit an online withdrawal form, available on our website or by contacting the office. Refunds or credits are not available for non-medical withdrawals.

You are welcome to transfer at any time as long as there is space in another class.  Class changes are free of charge but must be in writing by contacting our office. Email us at: admin@kawarthagymnastics.com with your request.

If there is availability for the desired class we will gladly make the switch for your child. If you know your child will be going up an age bracket we recommend that you put them on a waitlist early on.  We allow class transfers based on age to occur within one month of their birthdate.

Makeup classes are offered for gym-related cancellations, including holidays, meet hosting, fundraising events, and inclement weather. Makeup classes are only offered when a closure prevents you from receiving four classes in a month. Makeup classes can only be used when a student is currently enrolled and can be scheduled in any class within the same age group. They do not expire, have no cash value, and cannot be used as a credit toward future tuition payments. To request a makeup class, please contact our Recreational Coordinator by emailing rec@kawarthagymnastics.ca.

 Yes, we accept payment from programs such as Jumpstart and City of Peterborough. To qualify for funding, your child(ren) must be enrolled with us and we require the first month fees and Gymnastics Ontario registration fee per child. From there, when the funding has been received we can refund your original payment or apply it to subsequent months.