Fundamental Gymnastics Coach

Gymnastics Australia

Updated Pathway

Fundamental Gymnastics Coach Accreditation

The Fundamental Gymnastics Coaching course is the entry level pathway and allows new coaches to obtain a nationally recognised accreditation through a comprehensive on-the-job training program. Learning under the guidance of an accredited Club Coach Educator and at your own pace, this course prepares new coaches with the necessary skills to coach independently.

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COACH TODAY

To become a gymnastics coach, contact a Gymnastics Australia affiliated club and express your interest! If you need help to find an affiliated club, let us know.

Your club will assign you a Club Coach Educator (CCE) to guide and support you through the on-the-job learning and completion of your Activity Pack.

If your club lacks a CCE or live in a regional or remote area, reach out to your State and Territory Association to explore options which align with your specific circumstances.

The Fundamental Gymnastics Coach Accreditation is self-paced, so you can feel supported in achieving your coaching goals.

After completing your Activity Pack, upload it online, Gymnastics Australia will review and confirm your CCE has signed you off as ready to start coaching independently. You can then book into your Virtual Induction session.

This online session only takes an hour, and there will be other coaches online with you. During this session, an experienced and friendly mentor will talk with you about coaching independently in your club.

Once you have attended this session, you will receive your official accreditation and be qualified to coach independently!

Download the Fundamental Gymnastics Coach Pathway Flowchart here.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost?

The Fundamental Gymnastic Coach course costs $250.00. This price includes your online training, access to resources and 12 months of technical membership with Gymnastics Australia and your State/Territory Association. If your club does not have a Club Coach Educator, you will need to pay an additional $150.00 to access virtual mentoring sessions to fulfil the accreditation requirements.
What is the minimum age?

- Enrolling in the Fundamental Gymnastic Coaching course: 14 years - Attending the Induction Session with a friendly mentor: 15 years
What will I be able to coach?

Once you have attained your Fundamental Gymnastics Coach accreditation, you will be qualified to coach fundamental movement skills without supervision.
How do I enrol?

- Acquire a Working With Children Check if over the age of 18. - Create a Gymnastics Australia account using the New User Sign Up form. - Log in to the Gymnastics Australia website using your account details and click 'Go to Flex (LMS)'. - Open the Training Library then find 'Fundamentals Gymnastics Coaching - (Entry Level)' and click 'View Courses'.
I’m already a qualified Beginner Coach, what are the next steps for me?

Current beginner coaches will migrate to the new fundamentals pathway. If you are more than 75% complete the old, Beginners course, please reach out to education@gymvic.org.au.
How long does the pathway take to complete?

The Fundamental Gymnastics Coach accreditation is competency-based, so there is no set length of time or minimum amount of time that the process can take. You will move through it at the rate your CCE or virtual CCE recommends.
My club doesn't have a CCE. What does this mean?

If your club does not have a CCE or you are not affiliated with a gymnastics club, you can still complete the fundamentals pathway. Please reach out to education@gymvic.org.au to find out your options.