Tony Stedman
30 Oct 2020
We have been saddened to hear of the passing of Tony Stedman at the age of 86. Tony gave many years to the sport of gymnastics in various roles and will be greatly missed.
Tony...
The Adult Gymnast Blog: Bars
30 Oct 2020
So, I asked for your feedback on this blog series about what you wanted to hear more about and the majority of people wanted more information about training and also gymnastics...
Spiral Gymnastics Club in the Spotlight
29 Oct 2020
This month, we’re exploring creative initiatives to grow your Leadership Academy, supporting the next generation of your workforce and volunteers in your club. Spiral...
Response to social media posts
26 Oct 2020
It has come to our attention that recently two inaccurate social media posts have been widely circulated which require our immediate clarification.
The posts being shared are...
What to expect when you return to gymnastics
26 Oct 2020
We’re pleased to see that many of our gymnasts are now able to make their return to gymnastics following lockdown and the impact of the coronavirus (Covid-19).
We’re...
Gymnastics coaches named as finalists for UK Coaching Awards
23 Oct 2020
Two gymnastics coaches have this week been announced as finalists for this year’s UK Coaching Awards.
Amy Moulton and Issy Haigh, who both coach at Spirit Gymnastics...
Introducing the Disability Gymnastics Panel
22 Oct 2020
We are delighted to announce the formation of the British Gymnastics Disability Gymnastics Panel.
The Panel has been created to provide more opportunities for disabled...
TeamGym duo talk returning to training and preparing for 2021
19 Oct 2020
Despite gymnastics events largely being postponed for the remainder of the year, preparations by Britain’s top gymnasts continues.
The TeamGym European Championships was one...
England only: Tier 1, 2 and 3 guidance for gymnasts and clubs
16 Oct 2020
Yesterday Sport England issued more information and FAQs related to the impact the new ‘Covid-19 Alert Area’ restrictions will have on sports. Please find below the key...
Jane Allen MBE to retire from role at British Gymnastics
13 Oct 2020
After over ten years with British Gymnastics, Jane Allen MBE is to retire as Chief Executive in December. An interim Chief Executive will be announced in the near...
Queen's Birthday Honours 2020
10 Oct 2020
British Gymnastics would like to congratulate Julie Phillips, Sara Sutcliffe, Tanya Bennett and Peter Crawford for being recognised in the Queen’s Birthday Honours list.
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An open letter from Jane Allen MBE, CEO, British Gymnastics to our members
09 Oct 2020
Dear Members,
Today is the final day for submissions to the Whyte Review and I wanted to remind members that you can still make submissions until 5pm. To anyone who has made a...
Kelly Simm gains qualification during lockdown
08 Oct 2020
Since returning from lockdown, we’ve heard from several gymnasts who kept busy during their time away from the gym. Elite women’s artistic gymnast Kelly Simm was no...
Photoshoot opportunity for Acro clubs
08 Oct 2020
We are looking for an Acro club or partner to support with a range of filming and photography for part of a new recreational gymnastics product.
For this we are looking for a...
Ways we're supporting a return for our gymnastics community
07 Oct 2020
Since the coronavirus pandemic began to make an impact on our sport back in March, we have been inspired by the togetherness of our members to pull through this unprecedented...
British Gymnastics clubs begin to step forward after lockdown
05 Oct 2020
Through six months of lockdown, gymnastics clubs up and down the country got creative to keep their gymnasts engaged and active from home.
With many clubs in the UK now reopening...
Information on the use of foam pits
02 Oct 2020
With many clubs now back in their facilities, we understand that it can be challenging to adapt coaching to comply with the current restrictions. In response to questions and...
2020 Artistic Gymnastics European Championship update
01 Oct 2020
Following the recent announcement regarding the 2020 Artistic European Championships - which included confirmation the championships no longer acts as an Olympic qualification...
October is Black History Month
01 Oct 2020
Throughout October we will be celebrating Black History Month.Starting today, we’ll be celebrating the diversity and inclusivity of gymnastics, as well as showcasing ...
The Adult Gymnast Blog: Back to training
01 Oct 2020
It was a cold, but sunny spring day. I was up early worrying about whether my taxi would turn up on time so I could get the lift that someone had so kindly offered all the way to...
