Frequently Asked Questions

Please note that all new members are subject to an annual 
 BC Gymnastics registration/insurance and membership fee to be paid separate 
with your child's registration!!!

Fitkidz Gymnastics Rules
The beginning of all sport starts here! Gymnastics, recognized by the International Olympic Committee as a foundation sport, provides young athletes with a head start into sports. Our Gymnastics For All classes develop fundamental sports skills and movement patterns; landings, static positions, mobility, rotations, swing, springs and object handling all progress. Through the development of these fundamental movement patterns children develop a full range of physical and motor abilities required by every sport (endurance, strength, power, flexibility, agility, balance, coordination and speed).

1. What should my child wear to class?    ABSOLUTELY NO STREET CLOTHING
For girls, any type of leotard used for dance or gymnastics, or a t-shirt and shorts. For boys, a t-shirt and shorts will do. The children do not wear any shoes, and long hair must be tied back with a soft hair elastic. Make sure NOT to wear any street clothing such as jeans, belt buckles, heavy sweatshirts and any type of jewellery.  It will restrict the athlete's range of movement. Make sure to bring a water bottle!  
Arrive on time - We ask that you have your child ready for action at the start time for the class. Each class begins with warm up activities that will prepare them for the class ahead. This includes cardio, flexibility & stretching, teacher instructions, athlete input and attendance.
 
Wait Area - Please wait for your class in the area designated for your class.  Students are NOT PERMITTED in any of the instructional areas unless they are enrolled and an instructor is present. This also applies to GROWN UPS!
 
Monitor your children- Please help us keep all children safe here at Fitkidz Gymnastics by monitoring young children and siblings closely. We ask that no one stand or climb on chairs, benches, cubbies or counters.
 
No distractions please - Concentration is very important in our classes. We ask that you not distract them in any way.
 
Picking up your children - For the protection of your children, all students MUST BE picked up inside the building.
 
Valuables - Please do not leave valuables unattended. We are not responsible for lost or stolen items.

Club rules- All participants are expected to follow the Fitkidz Gymnastics/Gymnastics BC rules and guidelines.  We reserve the right to remove anyone not diligently following our requirements from a class or the program.
                                                
2. What are your Registration Policies? Click here to read them. 

Prior to First Class
Fees must be paid prior to first class. Registration is NOT complete until full payment has been received! Your child will be placed on a waiting list until all fees have been collected!  Regardless of class participating at.
All post-dated Cheques and one time Credit Card payments are subject to a 1.5% handling and processing fee!!  All monthly automatic Credit card withdrawals are subject to a 2% convenience/processing fee.
Cash payments in full only!
Annual non-refundable $35.00 (Recreational Fee) -$85.00 Interclub, $120.00 (Competitive Fee) BCGA registration/Insurance and membership fee must be paid prior to first class!
Forms/waivers MUST be signed!
Absolutely NO exceptions
Forms of Payment Accept
Cheques Payable to"FitKidz Gymnastics Club"- 
Payment in full or monthly post-dated cheques for session.   
NSF cheque fee of $15.00
Cash- Full Payment only
Mastercard/Visa- Payment in full or ACCW (automatic monthly credit card withdrawal)
All classes are subject to a 5% GST charge.
Class cancellation:
You may cancel your child's enrollment within 2 weeks (2 classes) into the program, no questions asked. 
You must hand in the Drop-Out form at the front desk and drop it off before the month's end!  

Money returned will be pro-rated, AS OF THE FIRST OF THE UPCOMING MONTH.
(less the non-refundable BCGA and a $10.00 office fee) 
A full refund less the  BCGA registration/ insurance and membership fee will be returned if the child drops out after the first class. A credit will be available after the 4th week of gymnastics. 
Credits can be used for camps, Pro-d-days, re-registration or drop ins only!!!!! 
Drop in Punch passes are transferable to the next (ONE) season AND FAMILY/TEEN DROP INS only!!! 
(Gymnastics BC fee will have to be renewed as of Sept. 1 of each new season)
Credits expire 12 months after the drop out date! NO EXCEPTIONS!!

Class cancellation by Fitkidz:
Classes will run depending on minimum registration requirements. A minimum of 6 gymnasts/participants/class are required.  We reserve the right to cancel or combine classes with low registration.

All cancelled classes will be rescheduled. In case of illness you may make up 1 class/session .  Please arrange with the front desk staff!  (NO make-up classes during the last 2 weeks of the session/term!!!)

Camps (Pro-D/ Winter/March Break/Summer Camps, special occasion camps) are non refundable. 
Late pick up for classes if not offered or arranged by Fitkidz
1/2 (5-30 minutes)- $15.00/child +GST
1 hour (35-60 minutes)- $25.00/child +GST

Discounts:
No discount for 2. sibling. 
10 % discount of lowest fee for 3. sibling.

SPONSORS:
ATHLETICS FOR KIDS IS AVAILABLE (A4K)
KIDSPORT FUNDING IS AVAILABLE. (Google Kidsport Penticton)
JUMPSTART (CANADIAN TIRE) IS AVAILABLE (Canadian Tire Foundation)

Any families applying for funding MUST apply ahead of first class in order to allow for paper work and approval by the sponsor.  The Gymnastics BC registration/membership fee is due prior to first class and MUST be paid before child enters the gym! Fitkidz will ask for a post-dated cheque to cover the first month of classes. (We will only deposit it if funding has not been received)  We will return this cheque to you once we receive the funding or are notified of the approval by the sponsor!  Any funding received by Fitkidz after the second month will automatically be offered as a credit for more classes or returned to the sponsor!!!

CALL GYM FOR INFO @ (778)476-5348
3. How can I pay?    
At Fitkidz we accept monthly post-dated cheques or credit Card withdrawal or full term payment by personal cheques, cash or CC.
4. What is the Gymnastics BC Recreational Athlete Registration Form, and why do I have to accept its terms and conditions?  
This form must be completed in order for you to participate in any program or activity at Fitkidz Can. You may download the current form by clicking on the link above.
5. Are your coaches qualified?  Yes, our staff is qualified in the discipline they are teaching.  All coaches also have to pass a criminal record check and participate at several In-House Courses.
6. How do we contact you?

 Gymnastics Club 
 (778)476-5348

Email Fitkidz  

Our Mission Statement    I'mpossible
The FitKidz Gymnastics Club is dedicated to helping all participants reach their potential, both physically and mentally, through the sports of gymnastics and dance.  Every child, regardless of ability, deserves the best instruction possible.  It is our goal to provide a safe and loving atmosphere in which each child knows he or she is valued.  We will strive to provide an environment that cultivates listening skills, confidence, self-esteem, self-discipline, honesty, hard work ethics, team work, goal setting and responsibility.   Fitkidz is a place where all children can feel great about their accomplishments.  Most important, we hope that years after the children have moved on from their gymnastics and dance training, they will look back at their experience at Fitkidz Gymnastics and Dance and recognize the lifelong benefits.  Our goal is to make the sports of gymnastics and dance fun, safe and challenging activities for athletes in a positive environment led by experienced, skilled and professional coaches. At Fitkidz Gymnastics we commit ourselves to helping each child reach her/his fullest potential and achieve their goals and dreams.