Our Studio Policies
To ensure we have a positive experience together, here are some guidelines. We thank you for your understanding and cooperation!
We strive to:
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Foster confidence, resilience, and teamwork in every gymnast.
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Emphasize progress over perfection — celebrating effort, growth, and personal achievement.
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Provide high-quality instruction focused on proper technique, safety, and fun.
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Encourage sportsmanship, respect, and kindness among gymnasts, coaches, and families.
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Inspire a lifelong love for movement and physical fitness.
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At Riverdale Flip and Tumble, safety is our top priority. Gymnastics is an exciting and challenging sport, and following these rules helps keep everyone safe, confident, and ready to learn.
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Students must be under the direct supervision of a qualified coach at all times while in the training area.
- A complete warm-up and stretching period is mandatory at the start of each class or training session.
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Equipment may only be used for its intended purpose and under supervision.
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Any injury, pain, or discomfort must be reported to the coach immediately.
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Coaches will maintain first aid supplies and follow emergency procedures as needed.
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Parents or guardians will be contacted promptly in the event of any injury requiring attention.
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All tenured staff members are trained in first aid and CPR.
Safety is a shared responsibility — when everyone follows the rules, the gym stays a safe and positive place for all!
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Fall Term 2025 (Sep 2, 2025 - Dec 21, 2025)
Winter Term 2026 (January 3, 2026 - March 29, 2026)
Spring Term 2026 (March 30, 2026 - Jun 28, 2026)
Labour Day - Aug 30-Sep 1, 2025
Thanksgiving - Mon, Oct 6 - Mon, Oct 13 2025
Winter Break - Dec 22, 2025 - Dec 28, 2026
New Year's Day - Jan 1, 2026
Family Day - Feb 16, 2026
Easter Monday - Apr 6, 2026
Victoria Day - May 18, 2026
Canada Day - July 1, 2026
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Please NO food or drinks allowed in the gym.
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Please respect equipment and facility - help keep the gym clean and organized.
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We do not allow guest siblings during class times. If you need to bring another child to class, please email our office first so we can make the appropriate safety measures. Siblings won't be able to participate in the class due to safety purposes (i.e. baby classes or Parent/Child have younger students).
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For our drop-off classes (Beginner/Intermediate and Advanced programs), parents are NOT permitted to stay in the gym. Instead, at the end of the session we host a Parent Showcase where one parent per child can come in to see the amazing work the students have been putting in! Afterschool classes do not have a showcase option. Instead, we can create a fun video montage of your child - please email our office to coordinate this.
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We have a zero-tolerance policy for disruptive, aggressive or abusive behaviour towards our staff.
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The programs offered by Riverdale Flip and Tumble run on a quarterly basis (every three (3) months).
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Payment for all classes, trials, camps or events are to be made in full upon registration or by a specific date communicated by the office.
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Monthly payment plans are available on request.
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An annual registration fee is applied to each student when registering for any programs at the start of a session.
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The fee is $30.00 + HST per student. For each additional child, the fee is $10 + HST.
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A Summer registration fee of $15 + HST per child applies for new students attending summer classes and summer camp. For each additional child, the fee is $5 + HST.
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The fee is non-refundable and is not eligible for pro-rate.
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There are NO refunds for missed or cancelled classes. Refunds can only be issued as a credit for future classes, camps, etc.
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All cancellation requests must be made by email to riverdalefliptumble@gmail.com. Phone messages will not be accepted.
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There are no discounts/make ups for missed days during Summer Camp.
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We encourage our students to make up the classes they have missed. Make-up classes are only honoured for the term that a student is currently enrolled in - they do not carry forward to future terms.
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Please send us an email and we will do our best to find a make-up day and time for your child.
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Make-up classes cannot be used towards special events (Parents Night Out, Holiday Parties, Sleepovers, etc.).
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We want all of our students to feel comfortable inside the gym! Although we don't have a strict dress code for our female students, we recommend that they wear a gymnastics leotard with a pair of shorts on top. However, a pair of leggings and a well-fitted t-shirt will do just fine! We recommend that our male students wear sports shorts and a well-fitted t-shirt. All students train with socks (non-slip work best). Students are not allowed to wear jewelry during practice. Long hair must be tied back with soft accessories.
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UPCOMING TERMS - I WILL REMOVE STUFF BELOW
Fall Term 2025 (Sep 2, 2025 - Dec 21, 2025)
Winter Term 2026 (January 3, 2026 - March 29, 2026)
Spring Term 2026 (March 30, 2026 - Jun 28, 2026)
CLOSURES
Labour Day - Aug 30-Sep 1, 2025
Thanksgiving - Mon, Oct 6 - Mon, Oct 13 2025
Winter Break- Dec 22, 2025 - Dec 28, 2026
New Year's Day - Jan 1, 2026
Family Day - Feb 16, 2026
Easter Monday - Apr 6, 2026
Victoria Day - May 18, 2026
Canada Day - July 1, 2026
PROGRAM POLICY
Parent / Child Classes
Time: 45 min
Age: 1 year to 3.5 years
Type: 1 Parent/Caregiver per child
The class starts with a fun music warm-up. With the guidance of our coaches, the class then goes to all our age appropriate stations in the gym:
A 40' long tumbl trak, rings, trapeze, rings, bars, swedish stall bars, ladder, 8' fitness wheel and a foam pit and slide. The class ends with a parachute group activity.
ATTIRE
We want all of our students to feel comfortable inside the gym. Although we don't have a strict dress code for our female students, we recommend that they wear a gymnastics leotard with a pair of shorts on top.However, a pair of leggings and a well-fitted t-shirt will do just fine! We recommend that our male students wear sport shorts and a well-fitted t-shirt. All students train with socks (non slip work best).Students are not allowed to wear jewelry during practice. Long hair must be tied back with soft accessories.
MAKE UP CLASSES
We encourage our students to make-up the classes they have missed. Please send us an email and we will do our best to find a make-up day and time for your child.
🕘 Operating Hours: Monday – Friday, 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM
🍎 Drop-off & Pick-up Times: Drop-off: 7:30 AM – 9:00 AM | Pick-up: 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
🎨 Daily Activities: Structured learning, playtime, meals, and rest💰 Tuition Plans: Flexible payment options available
📄 Required Documents: Enrollment forms, medical records, emergency contacts
📆 Payment Schedule: Monthly, quarterly, or yearly options🧼 Hygiene Practices: Frequent handwashing, sanitization, and classroom cleaning
🚑 Illness Policy: Children must be symptom-free for at least 24 hours before returning
🔒 Security Measures: Gated entry, supervised play areas, and emergency protocols📧 Parent Newsletters: Monthly emails with important updates
📱 School App: Track events, announcements, and daily reports
👩🏫 Parent-Teacher Meetings: Scheduled check-ins to discuss your child's progress🤝 Volunteer Opportunities: Join school activities and special events
📅 Family Days & Celebrations: Participate in seasonal and cultural festivities
Payments
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The programs offered by Riverdale Flip and Tumble run on a quarterly basis (every three (3) months).
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Payment is required when registering.
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Monthly payment plans are available on request.
Refunds
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There are NO refunds. Refunds can only be issued as a credit for future classes, camps etc.
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There are no discounts/make ups for missed days during Summer Camp.
Registration Fees
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An Annual registration fee of $30.00 per student, $10 each for additional children is required at the start of a session (excluding summer camp and summer classes).