1. CANADIAN TIRE JUMPSTART GYMNASTICS ADVANTAGE A 2015-2016 Season Pilot Program AN INTRODUCTION v2- January 13 th, 2016

2. Contents 1)What is the Canadian Tire Jumpstart “Gymnastics Advantage”?What is the Canadian Tire Jumpstart “Gymnastics Advantage”? 2) Why join the “Gymnastics Advantage” pilot program?Why join the “Gymnastics Advantage” pilot program? 3) Who: Meet Our RosterWho: Meet Our Roster 4) What will I need in order to run the Jumpstart “Gymnastics Advantage” program? 5) How do I set up a “Gymnastics Advantage” program in my club?How do I set up a “Gymnastics Advantage” program in my club?

3. What is the Canadian Tire Jumpstart “Gymnastics Advantage”? Canadian Tire Jumpstart is a community-funded assistance program that provides financial support for children who otherwise could not afford to participate in extra-curricular recreational sport programs. The “Gymnastics Advantage” program is a joint effort between the Jumpstart organization, Ontario gymnastics clubs, local schools and Gymnastics Ontario. Through a 5 week field-trip program, students in need are funded by Jumpstart (up to 100%) and enabled by you to experience gymnastics for the first time. Please note that only children who qualify for assistance will be wholly or partially funded through Jumpstart. All other children will be asked to pay standard fees.

4. What is the Canadian Tire Jumpstart “Gymnastics Advantage”? How does funding work? Based on your application and the Jumpstart funds available in your area, Jumpstart will hold a lump sum of funding for your program. Funds will then be parceled out based on the amount of children who require financial assistance within your “Gymnastics Advantage” program. Past students have been funded up to 100% of registration fees.

5. What is the Canadian Tire Jumpstart “Gymnastics Advantage”? Gymnastics Ontario is looking for clubs willing to pilot the five- week Jumpstart “Gymnastics Advantage” program in their facilities. The purpose is to:  Spread the physical, emotional and mental benefits of gymnastics to children who may otherwise never have had the opportunity to set foot in a gym  Break down the myths that gymnastics is feminine, niche and dangerous through first hand experience & educational resources sent home through the school  Gymnastics Ontario is confident that many of these children will be bitten by the gymnastics bug and sign up for regular classes

6. Why join the “Gymnastics Advantage” pilot program?  Get kids in the door! This program ensures that children are given the opportunity to experience the joy and benefits of gymnastics and by extension, introduce parents to the sport.  Retain happy customers! Jumpstart funding is often available for eligible families who wish to sign up for regular classes once the five week school program ends.  Put gymnastics on the map along with traditional sports like hockey and soccer! Done well, you’ll be educating teachers, children and parents on the many physical, mental and emotional benefits of gymnastics!

7. Who: Meet Our Roster

8. What will I need in order to run the Jumpstart “Gymnastics Advantage” program? JUMPSTART AMBASSADOR(S) Someone who believes in the program and is willing to take on the leg work of setting up and overseeing the duration of the course. ADEQUATE FACILITIES Your facility must be up to Gymnastics Ontario member standards and be able to comfortably accommodate the school group(s) attending. WEEKDAY STAFF You must have enough weekday staff to ensure suggested GO child to coach ratios. Coaches must be NCCP certified.

9. How do I set up a “Gymnastics Advantage” program in my club? STEP 1 Apply for Canadian Tire Jumpstart funding as a Community Development Partner at www.jumpstart.canadiantire.ca Applications open January 15 th, 2016. Apply early to help ensure funding! Let us know you’ve applied – contact marketing@gymnasticsontario.ca and we will lend our support!www.jumpstart.canadiantire.ca marketing@gymnasticsontario.ca STEP 2 Once funding has been assigned, reach out to a local school, get them on board and have them identify children in need of Jumpstart funding. STEP 3 Work with your chosen class and assigned coaches to plan & schedule your five week program.

10. How do I set up a “Gymnastics Advantage” program in my club? STEP 4 Dazzle youngsters by teaching them landings, rolls, swings and basic skills! Watch as they learn, grow and have a wonderful time! Be sure to keep in touch with Gymnastics Ontario along the way! We want to share your story! marketing@gymnasticsontario.camarketing@gymnasticsontario.ca