About calisthenics
Calisthenic Skills Program
Your child may choose to participate in the Australian
Calisthenic Federation (ACF) Calisthenic Skills Program.
The program consists of short practical exams taken every 1 to 3
years, and only after pupils have been adequately prepared
by coaching
staff. The program is similar to the Royal Academy of
Dance (RAD) ballet examination system and involves pupils
demonstrating sound calisthenic technique for an examiner.
Skill development
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The program is designed to develop:
- fitness
- flexibility
- coordination
- rhythm
- sense of achievement
- musicality
- deportment and poise
- self-esteem and self-discipline.
Training and syllabus
The program is run during Term 4. Generally we try to run skills
preparation classes during or following regular team training
times.
Access the complete range of
ACF Calisthenic Skill Syllabus videos.
Recommended ages
The syllabus progresses through a number of stages suitable to
the growth and development of the individual. To find out the
recommended ages for the examinations, refer to the Calisthenic
Association of WA (CAWA) website information on the Calisthenic
Skills Program.
Enrol in the program
Our coaches will give you or your child information about the
program (including the enrolment form) in late August.
You should discuss your child's interest with their coach before
deciding to enrol. Your child's coach will recommend the
appropriate exam for your child based on their age and
capabilities. Once enrolled, you will be given the details of
classes to attend in preparation for the exam.
Fees
There is a cost involved and this fee is noted on the
application form.
Exams
The usual dates for the exams are late November to early
December.
Dates for specific test and grade exams are set by CAWA.
Participants will attend one exam only. Preparation classes may
also be held.
Cadet Coaching Program requirements
Members that want to participate in the Cadet Coaching
Program must be actively participating in the Calisthenic Skills
Program and have achieved:
- Grade 1, prior to commencing as class assistants
- Grade 2, for cadets.
Members who are interested in becoming a class assistant or
cadet can get more information from our head coach.
Find out more about our cadets.
National Championships participation requirements
To participate in the National Championships,
all solo graceful competition
and solo and duo competition
participants must have attained specific levels within the
Calisthenic Skills Program. To find out what these levels are,
refer to the CAWA website page on the Calisthenic
Skills Program.
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