Whether you’re new to our club or returning for another term, you’ll discover all the info you need to know about how we run things at the Anima Gymnastics.
On this page, you’ll find club rules, dress code guidelines, closure dates, forms and details about our Newsletters.
Take a few moments to read this important information so your child is fully prepared for each session.
Keep your contact details updated in your Anima HomePortal account.
This ensures we can reach you quickly if there’s an emergency, cancellation, or important update. Log in any time to check and update your info.
To help our classes run on time, please drop off and collect your child from the gymnasium doors.
Child’s first session?
You’re welcome to stay in and watch for that class.
After that, we kindly ask parents to wait outside at drop-off and pick-up times.
These guidelines don’t apply to Toddlers Play or Toddlers Advanced classes.
If your child arrives more than 10 minutes after the class starts, we won’t be able to let them join—for their own safety and the smooth running of the session.
We’re unable to offer refunds or mark as a Planned Absence for classes missed due to lateness.
If someone else is collecting your child, please let us know beforehand
– either in person, text or email.
If your child is under 5, a parent or guardian must stay on-site for the entire class.
Children aged 10 and above can leave the gym on their own,
but only if we’ve received written permission from you by email in advance.
Children may only bring water into the gym.
T-shirts, vests, sweatshirts, shorts, leggings or joggers.
Boys are also welcome to wear a leotard with shorts,
though this is completely optional.
A leotard is required.
Fitted top, shorts or leggings may be worn over it.
Child’s First Session?
For the first class, a fitted top and leggings are fine – no leotard is needed.
From the second session onwards, girls are expected to wear a leotard.
All gymnasts train barefoot
Socks, grip socks or gymnastics shoes are not allowed.
Make sure hair is tied back securely to prevent distractions or safety issues.
No makeup and jewellery during sessions.
If a piece of jewellery (like a new piercing) can’t be removed,
it must be fully covered with tape.
Easter Weekend
18th – 21st April 2025
Anima Club Competitions
21st – 22nd June 2025
13th – 14th December 2025
Bank Holidays
18th & 21st April 2025
5th & 26th May 2025
25th August 2025
Christmas Holidays
22nd December – 4th January 2026
Payment Fee Adjustments:
If you book in 12-week blocks, your credit will roll over to the following week.
For Direct Debit payments, fees will adjust automatically and you won’t need to take any action.
At Anima Gymnastics, we send out a newsletters to parents.
This ensures you stay up to date with class changes and upcoming events.
🕒 Class Time Adjustments Reminder This is a reminder that from next week Monday 2nd June, class start times for the following groups has been adjusted: Novice If your child was previously attending a Novice weekday class at 6:00–7:25pm or 6:30–7:55pm. Those time slots have been discontinued and you will need to request a transfer…
At Anima Gymnastics Club, we understand there may be times when your child cannot attend their regular gymnastics class due to holidays, family occasions, or other commitments. To support families in these situations, we offer a Planned Absence system. This allows a missed class to be swapped for another—giving everyone a little more flexibility while…
As we prepare for the upcoming timetable changes beginning Monday 2nd June 2025, We’d like to clarify a few key points and explain how the transition will be managed. These changes are designed to streamline our class structure and ensure every gymnast is placed in the most suitable group for their current level and potential…
At Anima Gymnastics Club, we understand there may be times when your child cannot attend their regular gymnastics class due to holidays, family occasions, or other commitments. To support families in these situations, we offer a Planned Absence system.
This allows a missed class to be swapped for another – giving everyone a little more flexibility while helping us maintain the balance of our sessions.
A Planned Absence means letting us know in advance that your child will miss a class. Once submitted, you can book a replacement class on a different day or time, depending on availability. The system relies on planning and early notice so we can offer your child’s usual spot to another gymnast needing to make up a class.
Step 1. Submit the Planned Absence form at least one week in advance
You must submit your Planned Absence at least one week before the class you will miss.
Planned Absences must be submitted before the missed class
Forms sent after the class date will be treated as unplanned absences and won’t qualify for a replacement class.
The system only works with forward planning
Planned Absences designed as a way for families to “trade” a missed class with someone else’s—helping everyone. It only works if notice is given in advance.
Step 2: Book Your Replacement Class
After submitting the Planned Absence(s), you can request your replacement classes completing the form below.
Replacement classes must be booked and attended within 8 weeks
This is from the date of the missed class.
If not used within this time, the class will be forfeited.
Classes are subject to availability
We cannot guarantee a space in your preferred class.
We will do our best to offer alternatives where possible.
Replacement classes cannot be refunded
If unused, they can be credited towards your next block of 12 classes if you are on that system.
If you don’t book and attend a replacement class within 8 weeks, and you are on our 12-class block system, you may choose to have the missed class credited toward your next block of 12 classes.
Once credited, a class cannot be replaced
You must choose one or the other—credit towards your next top-up or a replacement class.
Only available to 12-class block members only
This option is not available to those booked on a pay-as-you-go basis or other schemes.
This can be particularly helpful during school holidays – ensuring your child keeps their place while you don’t lose out, as long as the Planned Absences forms are completed ahead of time.
Our Anima Ability Awards are designed to celebrate and recognise your child’s progress and achievements in gymnastics.
These awards are a fun and rewarding way to help gymnasts stay motivated and see how far they’ve come over time. Certificates/Badges are awarded
towards the end of each school term, roughly three times per year. These are based on the individual level your child is working on – not their class level.
How Do the Levels Work?
All gymnast starts at Level 1 when they first join Anima. From there, they progress numerically (Level 2, Level 3, and so on) each term as they develop new skills.
Each level represents a personal milestone of growth and dedication.
To be eligible for an award, a child must attend a minimum of 4 classes.
Certificate/Badges does not reflect whether your child is Beginners, Novice, Intermediate or Advanced level.
These are assessed separately to ensure gymnasts are grouped appropriately for their ability and stage of development.
Incorrect Certificate/Badge Form
If your child has received the wrong certificate/badge,
Kindly complete the form below so we can resolve this for you.
Replacement Certificate/Badge Request
Need a replacement? Extras are available for £2 per certificate or badge.
Be sure to submit one form per replacement item.
An additional 50% discount is available for gymnasts who wish to attend an extra class each week.
This offer is available to those currently enrolled in the following class levels:
Novice, Intermediate and Advanced only.
To claim this offer, simply fill out the form below.
