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Introduction to Foundation Coaching - Club Participation Coaching As part of the new coach education pathway the GymSTART foundation coaching course will serve as the first entry point for you to begin your coaching journey through either the GymSTART or Discipline Specific coaching pathways. After completion of this course and under the direct assistance and supervision of a lead coach, you will be certified and accredited to assist and support safe, fun, and participant-centred gymnastics sessions within your club. Click here to view the education strategy 2021 - 2024 which includes information on the new coach education pathway Who is the course for?: The course is ideal for any club members aged 14 and above who are looking to get involved in taking their first steps in coaching. The course will provide you with the key skills needed to assist and support a Level 1 or Level 2 (and above) coach in delivering fundamental gymnastics skills within your syllabus, across any participation/recreational level programmes that run in your club. * Please note this course is suitable for participants involved in any gymnastics discipline. What will be the course involve?: eLearning: You will complete a short series of eLearning modules through our LMS platform. The modules will explore an introduction to a participant centred approach to coaching gymnastics at a foundation level and you will discover the very basic principles around how to coach skills at a recreational/participation level. Completion of these eLearning modules is compulsory, as you will be expected to demonstrate the content covered when involved with coaching at your club. Practical day coaching: You will learn how to safely coach and develop the fundamental gymnastics skills on your syllabus that form the foundation to all gymnastics disciplines. Throughout the day you will work with your peers developing your participant centred approach to coaching children. There will also be continuous group-based activities aiming to introduce and develop some of the basic ‘how to coach’ skills. What resources are included?: To support the safe development of gymnastics skills from your syllabus, you will be provided with our GymSTART Awards Scheme (Floor Awards and Apparatus &  Group Awards) which encourages coaching gymnastics within a fun environment, while supporting participants in the progressive development of new skills across participation levels. * Please note that you can only assist in coaching the skills from the awards resource that match the skills delivered from this foundation course syllabus Criteria for eligibility: Candidates must be at least 14 years old on the first day of the course and current members of a Gymnastics Ireland registered club. Any candidate 16 years old and above must have completed Garda Vetting and Safeguarding Training before booking on the course Any parent(s)/guardian(s) of a candidate under 18 years old must complete the online consent form in order to create an account on LearnUpon and to access and complete the course content. This form must be completed before course enrolment. Delivery method and duration: Compulsory eLearning modules – taking approximately 1 hour to complete all online Practical coaching – 2 1/2 days (8 hours delivery in total) Do I need to bring participants? You are not required to bring participants, but you will be required to physically take part in the activities themselves. Therefore, it’s important to wear appropriate clothing. What qualification do I receive?: There will be no assessment. You will be accredited with a Certificate of Attendance once you complete all your eLearning modules and attend the practical day Course venue: Grange Gymnastics Club, UNIT 10D, BOEING ROAD, AIRWAYS INDUSTRIAL ESTATE, DUBLIN 17, D17 XV12 Course date: 19th and 26th April 2025 - 10am to 2pm on both days (candidates only to attend) Course documents: Coaching Policy Click here Course Syllabus & Accreditation Regulations Click here Course Cost €100 Read more

Course Description The GymSTART Level 1 course is the second level of coaching qualification on the GymSTART, coaching pathway which is quality assured and awarded by Sport Ireland Coaching. The course will cover all aspects of coaching including 'how to coach' skills along with discipline specific skills across other disciplines such as floor, bars, beam, vault, rhythmic and partner work. This qualification will allow individuals to actively coach at specific participation and competitive development level competitions. For further details on the course syllabus please see below in objectives. Criteria for Eligibility Must be a minimum of 16 years of age. Any parent(s)/guardian(s) of a candidate under the age of 18 must complete the online consent form in order to create an account on LearnUpon and to access any online content. This form must be completed before course enrollment. Must be a current member of Gymnastics Ireland Must have completed Garda Vetting and Safeguard Training Must have completed the GymSTART Foundation Course Course Details Online Coaching Theory: Candidates will be required to complete a series of online modules, which will be related to 'How to Coach'. Each module will include a series of interactive digital videos to be viewed and completed through this platform. It will take candidates approximately 4 hours to complete in their own time. This must be completed before attending the practical days in the gym. Practical Coaching: Candidates will be required to attend two practical days of coaching and must bring a minimum of 1 gymnast. Do I Need To Find A Mentor: Your mentor will be someone to help you throughout the course to develop your sport gymnastics knowledge and the delivery methods such as the ‘How to Coach’ skills. Before you enrol onto the course you will need to find a mentor. Your mentor is required to hold a level 2 qualification or above. What Resources Are Included: LearnUpon (LMS) online resources and a digital logbook GymSTART resource books - theory and skill specific (digital format) Venue: Trojan Gymnastics Club, 7/8 Holly Ave, Stillorgan Business Park, Dublin, A94 W283 Practical Coaching - Course Dates: 22nd of Feb 2026 - 9:30am - 17:30 pm : (candidates must bring at least 1 gymnast for the full day) 1st of March 2026- 9:30-17:30 (candidates must bring at least 1 gymnast until 3:30pm this day) Assessment Method: Logbook – completed electronically through LearnUpon and includes all delivery tasks. Summative Assessment - this practical assessment date will take place approximately three months after your last practical coaching day. Details will be sent to you in advance. How Long Until I Am Fully Qualified: Typically it takes two to four months to become qualified. However, you have up to one year from Day 1 of the practical coaching to complete the qualification if your first attempt at assessment is not successful. Course Documents: Coaching Policy Click here Course Cost: €380 Read more

GymSTART competitions are fun competitions to judge. Gymnasts perform a variety of exciting floor and vault skills specific to GymSTART routines and the vault apparatus. This course will qualify you to judge at any national GymSTART competition. Throughout the course you will develop the skills necessary to score routines and vault skills correctly. You will learn the importance of judging, judging procedure and getting the score right. This is the ideal starting point to set you on the pathway to becoming a great judge. Who is it aimed at: Candidates who are completely new to judging and want to judge at GymSTART competitions on behalf of their club Candidates who currently have a judging qualification (at any level) from disciplines - Acrobatics, Rhythmic, Trampoline and Tumbling This course is FREE to book and attend for any qualified brevet judges from the disciplines listed above. Please email Garrett@gymnasticsireland.com to register Brevet judges that do attend are exempt from sitting the exam Criteria for Eligibility: Candidates booking on this course must be 16 years old and current members of Gymnastics Ireland Any parent(s)/guardian(s) of a candidate under the age of 18 must complete the online consent form to create an account on LearnUpon. This form must be completed to enrol on the course. Must have completed Garda Vetting and Safeguard Training Course Syllabus: What should judges do at competition How do judges judge What is a deduction How many judges do we need Using symbols Competition rules Judging floor exercises Judging vault performances Disability awareness judging How to practice and prepare for the exam Exam: The exam will take place online a week after the course delivery date (an online link will be available to complete the exam on that date and time) Practical  – includes observations of videos on floor routines and vaults. You will be required to input deductions for 8 floor routines and 8 vaults Theory - includes 20 questions with multiple choice answers Course Venue: The course will be delivered online through zoom. Please login through your LearnUpon account to access the zoom links. It is advised to use a desk or laptop device with good internet access Course Date: Saturday 21st February 4.00pm to 8.30pm (30 minutes break in between) Exam Date: Saturday 28th February (4.00pm to 5.00pm) - an online link will be available to complete the exam on that date and time (further details explained on the exam module) Course Documents: Judging Policy Click here Course Cost: €30 Read more

Course Description The MAG Level 1 course is the first level of coaching qualification on the discipline specific, coaching pathway which is quality assured and awarded by Sport Ireland Coaching. The course will provide an introduction to coaching men's artistic gymnastics and ideal for interested individuals to coach at performance levels in a club setting. For further details on the course syllabus please see below in objectives. Criteria for Eligibility Must be a minimum of 16 years of age. Any parent(s)/guardian(s) of a candidate under the age of 18 must complete the online consent form in order to create an account on LearnUpon and to access any online content. This form must be completed before course enrollment. Must be a current member of Gymnastics Ireland Must have completed Garda Vetting and Safeguard Training Must have completed the GymSTART Foundation Coaching Course Course Details Online Coaching Theory: Candidates will be required to complete a series of online modules, which will be related to 'How to Coach'. Each module will include a series of interactive digital videos to be viewed and completed through this platform. It will take candidates approximately 4 hours to complete in their own time. This must be completed before attending the practical days in the gym. Practical Coaching: Candidates will be required to attend two practical days of coaching and must bring a minimum of 1 gymnast. Do I Need To Find A Mentor: Your mentor will be someone to help you throughout the course to develop your sport gymnastics knowledge and the delivery methods such as the ‘How to Coach’ skills. Before you enrol onto the course you will need to find a mentor. Your mentor is required to hold a level 2 qualification or above. What Resources Are Included: LearnUpon (LMS) online resources and a digital logbook A discipline specific resource book (digital format). Venue: Phoenix Gymnastics Club Unit 1 Broomhill Terrace Tallaght Dublin 24 D24 FKF3 Practical Coaching - Course Dates:  28th of March 2026 9:30-17:30 (candidates must bring at least 1 gymnast)  29th of March 9:30-17:30 (Gymnast needed until 15:30) Assessment Method: Logbook – completed electronically through LearnUpon and includes all delivery tasks. Summative Assessment - this practical assessment date will take place approximately three months after your last practical coaching day. Details will be sent to you in advance. How Long Until I Am Fully Qualified: Typically it takes two to four months to become qualified. However, you have up to one year from Day 1 of the practical coaching to complete the qualification if your first attempt at assessment is not successful. Course Documents: Coaching Policy Click here Course Cost: €380 Read more

Who is this Aimed at: Candidates who wish to further their knowledge and skills within gymnastics coaching, and operate independently taking responsibility of sessions. As a level 2 coach you will also be able to lead your own sessions, mentor and oversee fellow coaches, and open your own club. You can also help participants develop the skills required to compete in participation and national event competitions. What are the Pre - requisites: Candidates can only attend the course at 18 years of age and must be an adult member with a current Gymnastics Ireland registered club. Compliance with legislative and Gymnastics Ireland Garda vetting (ROI) and AccessNI vetting (NI) requirements Compliance with GI Safeguarding Training policy (hold a valid Sport Ireland or SportNI Safeguarding Workshop certificate) Candidate must hold at least one of the following specific Gymnastics Ireland coaching qualification (see below) Level 1 WAG or MAG Level 2 GymSTART Level 2 MAG What To Expect: An informative programme that builds on competencies learned at level 1 and develops; the ability to prepare for, deliver and review a coaching session(s) the understanding of responsibilities associated with running a club Delivery Method, Dates and Times: Online theory and practical delivery supported by mentored hours: Throughout the course - eLearning assignments Day 1- March 11th 2026 - 6:00pm-9:00 pm - Online Coaching Theory Day 2 - March 12th 2026- 6:00pm-9:00pm - Online Coaching Theory Venue: Trojan Gymnastics Club, Unit 7/8 Holly Ave, Stillorgan Industrial Estate, Dublin A94 W283 Day 1 - 31st of March 2026 - 9:30am-5:30pm - Practical Coaching in the Gym Day 2 - 1st of April 2026 - 9:30am-5:30pm - Practical Coaching in the Gym Day 3 - 2nd of April 2026 - 9:30-5:30pm - Practical Coaching in the Gym Day 4 - 3rd of April 2026 - 9:30-5:30pm - Formative Assessment in the Gym Final Assessment to be completed before the end of 2026. Candidates will be given dates that they can choose for their final assessment. All e-learning and logbooks must be complete before booking on a date for assessment.  Do I Need To Bring Gymnasts: Day 1 & 2 Online Theory – no gymnasts required Days 1, 2 and 3 Practical - minimum of one gymnast required. Day 4 Formative Assessment - minimum of three required for a one hour assigned slot (slot assigned on course) Participants should be working towards the skills included on the course syllabus. Day 5 Final Assessment - Minimum of three required. Please ensure one gymnast is able to perform the complete skills in your skills matrix box (with or without support). Do I Need To Find A Mentor: Your mentor will be someone to help you throughout the course to develop your sport gymnastics knowledge and the delivery methods such as the ‘How to Coach’ skills. Before you enrol onto the course you will need to find a mentor. Your mentor is required to hold a level 2 qualification or above. What Resources Are Included: LearnUpon (LMS) online resources and a discipline specific resource book (printed format). Price: €590 - Course costs include the delivery and initial assessment, any further assessments will incur additional charges. Course Syllabus Coaching Policy Read more

This webinar is specifically designed for Gymnastics Ireland member clubs to highlight the critical importance of timely accident reporting within the sport. Prompt and accurate reporting of incidents not only ensures the safety and wellbeing of athletes and staff but also plays a vital role in effectively managing and resolving casualty claims.   Clubs will gain a clear understanding of how early reporting can significantly influence the assessment and settlement of claims, helping to reduce costs and protect the organisation. The session will cover how claims arise, the impact of timely information on claim outcomes, and how insurers respond when incidents are reported promptly.   By attending, participants will learn practical steps to improve reporting processes, enhance risk management, and maintain a safer environment for all involved. Read more