COMPETITION RULES
ROUTINES
AmeriKids routines are posted on the website. These routines are "open ended" by
design -- meaning the skills may be individually reversed -- and the routines allow
for extra steps to reverse skills. If a particular State or group of clubs (for
example a league or multi-state area) wishes to change any parts of these routines,
it would require a vote of the AmeriKids clubs within that state or group. Any changes
made will then need to be made available and sent out with the meet information
to the affected clubs where applicable.
All of the routines as posted on the AmeriKids Gymnastics website will be used
at the National meet. Any State or group that changes the routines
will need to use the original routines for athletes attending the National meet.
AGE GROUPS
Age of the gymnast will be determined on the first day of their competition at Nationals.
It is recommended that age at local meets should also be determined by the age on
the day of competition.
Single age groups will be used at Nationals and groups of 30 or more will be broken
by birthdate into smaller groups. Age groups of less than 3 athletes may be combined
with an adjacent age. Age determination and groups for local meets may be determined
by individual meet directors. It is also suggested that age group information be
sent out with the meet invitation.
COMPETITION FORMAT
Nationals will use a "modified capital cup" format (warm up one event then compete
that event) when possible. Traditional format or capital cup may be used as well
to make the meet flow smoothly. Every effort should be made to complete warm up,
competition and awards in a timely manner.
QUALIFICATION FOR NATIONALS
At the current time any registered AmeriKids athlete is eligible to attend a National
competition. It is suggested that they attend a local competition or their State
Championships where available.
AmeriKids sanctioned events will be posted on the website as soon as the Sanction
Request and the appropriate fee is received in the National Office. Contact info
for your event will be posted as well as other meet information so it will be to
your advantage to submit a Sanction Request Form as soon as possible. We are getting daily
calls requesting information on meets in many areas of the country.
A date for an event will be determined by the AmeriKids member club. As an area
grows it is suggested that an area club committee or meeting is organized to develop
a calendar of local or state meets.
SANCTIONS FEES
- $ 25 - One day, local event
- $ 45 - Two or more days, local event
- $ 60 - State competitions
- $120 - Regional and National events
It is the responsibility of the event director to:
- Submit a Sanction Request Form and the appropriate fee for all events requested
(one form per event requested) 21 days prior to the event to the National AmeriKids
Office. Requests received less than 21 days prior to the event may not be posted
on the website. The approved Sanction Report form will then be sent
to the event director by e-mail.
- Mail fees to:
AmeriKids Gymnastics
Mike Stanner – National Chairman
11222 Kentucky Road
Papillion, Nebraska 68133
- Verify insurance status of host club and submit appropriate documents.
- Verify that all equipment specifications are correct and the equipment is properly
installed. Consider all reasonable safety measures when setting up the competition
areas.
- Verify that gymnasts have included their AmeriKids athlete number on the entry form.
You may request a list of registered athletes from the National Office (e-mail Sharon
at stannerjm@aol.com) to make sure all athletes
are registered.
- Contract judges consistent with the local area norms.
- Submit the required sanction report form within 7 days of meet conclusion. Reports
may be returned by e-mail.
AWARDS
LOCAL
At local competitions, we suggest presenting a
minimum of 50% + one for individual events and 100% awards in the all
around. Many current clubs who are actively competing are using 100% ribbons for
individual events and small medals, placques or trophies for all around. Attaching
each child's individual event awards to the all award presentation will reduce the
time allotted for awards and help satisfy the spectators. Team awards are at the
discretion of the meet director
STATE
Those states holding State competitions are observing 50% + one for individual events
– and 100% medals for all around.
*The above pictured award is an example, the awards change
every year.
NATIONALS
At Nationals, all awards will be presented by each individual event and all around
score (on the award stand if possible) recognizing each child's performance. Awards
will be given in each level by individual ages and large age groups will be divided
where necessary. Medals will be given to 50% + 1 in each of the individual events.
All around award plaques will be given to 100% according to the all around score
for each participant. No team awards will be given at the individual National Championship
Meet. Additional awards for high score in each session, and/or other awards may
be given
RIBBONS
AmeriKids Gymnastics ribbons (at a cost of $.25 each plus shipping) can be ordered
and shipped to your location. These ribbons are 6" x 2", athletic colors, no card
or cord. They are available for 1st through 10th places. Unused ribbons may be returned
for credit. An event host may contract for their own ribbons or other awards for
invitational or local meets.
MEDALS
We do have AmeriKids State Medals available at a cost of $2.25 each plus shipping.
Medal sample pictured above. AmeriKids will use the same medal for the next two
years in order to allow you to return unused medals this year for a credit. AmeriKids
State medals are available from the National Office. Order forms are available on
request from the National Office.
Contact Tom at TomGymnet@aol.com for member
deals on trophies or other awards.