The Bunnerong Team
Bunnerong is run by a strong coaching and administrative team that works closely with, and is overseen by an elected Management Committee, which meets monthly to conduct the business of the Association.
Management Committee
President: Karen Richards
Vice President: Christine Stefadouros
Secretary: Matt Spooner
Treasurer: Alex Robertson
3 x General Members: Paul Cooper, Sean Lane & Sara Leon
Sub-Committees
As required and appointed by the Management Committee
Manager: Glen Hay
WAG Senior Coach: Tian Hong Wang
MAG Head Coach: Paul Griffiths
WAG 1-3 Development Officer: Kate Spencer
Recreational Manager: Sally Talovic & Glen Hay
Finance and Payroll: Maureen Robertson
Customer Service and Accounts: Christine Stefadouros
Member Information & Protection Officers:
Maureen Robertson, Glen Hay & Christine Stefadouros
Coaches
Bunnerong has an excellent team of coaches working together to improve your child's gymnastics ability and foster a love of the sport. Coaches keep up to date with current techniques by attending workshops run by Gymnastics NSW, Gymnastics Australia and the Department of Sport and Recreation, attending judging courses and observing training methods used by other more senior coaches. Four of our coaches have either International training or experience, three have represented their country internationally for gymnastics.
Coaches are responsible for the yearly plan, specifically, ensuring gymnasts and parents are aware of competition dates and times, and that entry forms and cheques are sent to appropriate competition organisers. The coaches will also call meetings from time to time with coaches and parents to keep everyone up to date and provide feedback. Any queries relating to competitions and meetings should therefore be directed to your child's coach.
Your child's progress can be discussed with his or her coach at a mutually convenient time (not during class times). We ask that all contact with coaches be made through the gym. Members are advised not to contact the coaches at home unless otherwise instructed by the coach.
As a matter of courtesy, we ask that gymnasts in squads (or their parents) notify the gym by phone if they are going to be absent from class.
Apprentice Coaches
Bunnerong offers its students the opportunity to continue on as coaches and judges after retiring from competitions and pass on their technical expertise and experience to the younger members. Gymnasts who display an interest and aptitude for coaching are invited to apply to become an apprentice coach at the age of 15, or earlier at the discretion of the committee.
Those interested should make their intention known to the Manager who will guide them through the application process.
On completion of their apprenticeship, they will receive accreditation in:
I. Level One Artistic Gymnastics (Men's or Women's)
II. Level One Judging Accreditation (Men's or Women's)
The club will incur half the costs of the above accreditations. After receiving their accreditation, it is the individual's responsibility to remain up-to-date with their accreditations. Where the budget allows, a casual employment position will be offered to all people who complete their apprenticeship, provided that in the future they maintain their accreditations by attending the set updating workshops as set by Gymnastics NSW and paying their annual technical membership to Gymnastics Australia.
Judges
Bunnerong has an impressive team of experienced and highly qualified judges. Our judges are up to date and active. To maintain their accreditation, they are required to fulfil a minimum number of judging commitments each year. There will be occasions when coaches must find replacements for their classes, and coaches who are nationally accredited judges will be most affected by judging assignments. However, your child will reap the benefits of having coaches who are constantly up to date and "in circulation".
Employment Opportunites
If you are interested in becoming a Level 1 Coach, or are an accredited Level 1 Coach or above, Bunnerong are always looking for Coaching Staff, please contact our Gym Manager or email your information to info@bunneronggym.com.au
