Gymnastics Hotline 6.5.25-6.11.25

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Read the hotline in its entirety! Information is subject to change weekly without further notice.

1. IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENTS

WELCOME! Welcome to the 2025–2026 gymnastics team! Remember to check this hotline each week between Thursday at 5:00 and Friday at noon. The hotline will be updated weekly with all of the information you will need for gym team including practice schedule updates, dress code, meet information, and more! If you have any questions, please email gymnastics@excitegym.com. We are happy to have you as a part of our team! Please note: The competition schedule will not be available until August. We will share it on the hotline as soon as it's finalized.

TEAM MEET & GREET – JUNE 5TH (MANDATORY)We’re kicking off the season with our annual Team Meet & Greet! This is a mandatory event for one parent and the athlete. Please attend during your group’s scheduled time:- Yellow Group: Thursday, June 5th | 5:00–5:30 PM- Blue, Red, and Black Groups: Thursday, June 5th | 5:30–6:00 PM

Facility Upgrades: New Equipment, New Opportunities!We’ve made some exciting improvements to our gymnastics area to help our athletes train smarter, safer, and stronger this season!- A full-size adjustable competition beam, low training beam, and adjustable single bar trainer have been added.- New training mats and fresh pit cubes are now in place.- The beam area has been reorganized with new designated training zones.- Coming soon: a brand-new in-ground trampoline!

iClass Updates- All Families: Please log in to your parent portal to ensure you have two emergency contacts listed with current emails and phone numbers. Make sure you're subscribed to email blasts.

UNIFORM BILLING – JUNE 30THUniform fees will be billed on June 30th. Please make sure your account is current. Charges include:- Competition Leotards - $300 + shipping & tax (Levels 1, 2, Bronze) - $355 + shipping & tax (Levels 3+, Silver+)- Additional $55 billed August 15th for long sleeve leotards- Practice Leo: $65–$80 + shipping & tax- Warm-Up Jacket: $99 + shipping & tax (required for Green–Black; optional for Yellow)- Excite! Backpack: $120 + shipping & tax- Optional Capris: $60–$80 + shipping & taxReplacement of lost/damaged items is at the family's expense. Orders take 8–10 weeks. Check the BAND resale group for gently used items.

TEAM TUMBLE! For ACRO, Gym Team, Premier Prep and All Star. Must have Front and Back Walkover Cost: $10Times: 2:45–3:30 PM, Thursdays. Organized, coach-led tumble workout. Some Thursdays will not be available – check our socials for closings.

PRACTICE TIME UPDATES

While our gym operates year-round, we always anticipate some slight schedule changes after all the teams are formed for the new competition season. This gives us a great opportunity to rearrange to accommodate team sizes, ensure access to the right equipment, and match athletes with the right coaches each practice.Please note the following summer schedule adjustments, which were also referenced in the email sent out on May 30th:- Green Group will now practice on Wednesdays from 4:45–6:45 PM- Blue Group will now practice on Mondays from 4:30–6:30 PMAll other practice times and days remain the same for now.We will set your final practice times for the fall after level placement tryouts in July, with the goal of remaining as close as possible to the times listed in the handbook.

MONDAY NIGHT WORKOUT – BLUE, RED & BLACK GROUPS

Our Monday Night Workout is available for all athletes in the Blue, Red, and Black groups. This is a great opportunity for additional training time focused on skill development, strength, and routine refinement. While the workout is optional, it is strongly encouraged for upper-level athletes. More time in the gym means more opportunity for growth and advancement.From the Handbook:USAG TRAINING OVER SUMMER (June & July)• ADD Monday 5:00–8:00 PM / $65 per month• Available for Blue, Red, and Black groupsPlease note: Athletes from other groups may request to participate, but coach approval is required before signing up.We need at least 5 athletes registered to hold the workout. If your gymnast is in Blue, Red, or Black and available, we’d love to see them there!

Absence requests reminders:

If your athlete needs to miss practice, please fill out the appropriate absence request reminder (which can be found later in this hotline). If it is a last-minute change of plans (after 2:00 the day of practice), please feel free to send a text to the appropriate coaches. But if it is before 2:00 the day of the absence, please fill out the form.

2. TRAVEL CAMP (the information below only pertains to athletes attending travel camp)

NEW GYMNASTICS TEAM MEMBER: CAMP INFO MEETINGThis meeting is mandatory for first-time campers. Returning camper parents are welcome to attend if they would like more information or a refresher.If you are new to the gymnastics team, we ask that one parent attend. No athletes will be allowed to attend the meeting—we want camp to be a fun surprise!Monday, June 9th at 6:30 PM

CAMP PACKING & PREP – EARLY REMINDERS

Camp is quickly approaching, and we want everyone to be prepared!

Volunteers: Thank you to everyone that applied to be a volunteer! We had a lot of interest! We will finalize our list and will notify you next week!

Packing List:The final packing list will be posted next week, but here are a few important things to get started on now:

1. Camp Dress Code:- Spandex-style shorts are not allowed- Swimsuits must not show midsection and must not be revealing- A one-piece or full-coverage tankini is required

2. Bedding:- Each camper must bring twin bed sheets and/or a sleeping bag, along with a pillow- This campsite does not provide any linens, and all athletes will stay in cabins

Food / Meals: The campsite does not provide specialty meals for any reason, including allergies. If your athlete has a documented food allergy, you will need to provide a replacement meal that meets the following requirements:- Must be clearly labeled with the athlete’s name and the meal it is replacing- Information about the replacement meal must be emailed to: directors@excitegym.com- Only a small fridge and microwave will be available—please pack accordingly- Replacement meals should be limited to food allergy needs only- Keep receipts for any replacement food items—you’ll need to turn them in

Camp Menu:Click here to view the meal schedule: https://d0d0e1bc-e1d4-4604-a089-339b86c6ae21.usrfiles.com/ugd/d0d0e1_74c562842795493d8977675e4cc579cb.pdf

Camp Website:https://www.oakridgecamp.com/

Final Camp Info Sheet:We will post the finalized camp information sheet next week. It will include arrival times, camp rules, and other important details.

3. DRESS CODE

*For dress code, you don’t have to wear a leo that is the specified color. If the color is yellow, but you don’t have a yellow leo, you can wear yellow shorts, a yellow headband, a yellow scrunchie, etc.

*It is mandatory that all gymnasts wear a leo to every practice. Hair must be neatly pulled back, secured out of their face. Tight fitting bar shorts or capris are allowed. Baggy pants and sweatshirts are not permitted.

Friday, June 6th: Wear Excite!

Monday, June 9 – Neon Day (Wear your brightest leotard!)

Tuesday, June 10 – Tropical Vibes (Blues, greens, floral prints—bring the beach to the gym!)

Wednesday, June 11 – Purple Power

Thursday, June 12 – Team Pride (Wear red and black)

Friday, June 13 – Favorite Leo Friday (Your all-time favorite leotard!)

Monday, June 16 – Sunshine Day (Wear yellow or orange!)

Tuesday, June 17 – Pretty in Pink

Wednesday, June 18 – Cool in Blue

4. UPCOMING DATES

June 20–23, 2025 - Travel Summer Camp

Mandatory for:

· Athletes in the Blue, Red, and Black Groups

· Athletes in the Green Group, ages 8 and older —Travel camp is optional for this group of kids!

· Green Group athletes 7 years or younger will not attend

June 28th – July 6th: Excite Closed. Have a happy and safe Independence Day!

July 30th-August 1st, 2025: In House Camp MANDATORY for athletes who are projected to compete in levels 1, 2, and Bronze for the 2025-2026 season.

*Save all meet dates listed for your level!