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24.01.2022 Today’s gymnast is Kaden Reeves Elder from Team Red. Performing his Level 4 Bonus routine with great amplitude! Keep up the great work!

24.01.2022 Today marks Lawnton Academy's 38th birthday! The Academy commenced operation in October 1982 in a small leased shed in Paisley Drive. The Academy was one of the first private Gymnastics schools in operation in Queensland. The Lawnton Academy is dedicated to our motto Excellence Through Effort, and we believe that every child has the ability to thrive and develop in many ways through the sport of gymnastics here at the Lawnton Academy, whether this be in the competitive or ...recreational programs we offer. We diligently work to achieve our mission and goals and also provide a safe and productive facility to assist all of our gymnasts to enjoy their gymnastics experience. We look forward to many more wonderful years of gymnastics to add to the Academy’s long years of service to the Pine Rivers community and the sport of Gymnastics in Queensland. To many of our staff this gym is our second home and we have loved watching our family grow and thank Louise for her passion and drive over the 38 years.

23.01.2022 Sophie from Team Purple working hard on her bar upgrades in loops! Sophie is a level 6 gymnast, currently training 16hrs per week.

23.01.2022 Giving 100% at training everyday can be difficult and we are hoping that our newest motivation quote and question of the month will help to remind you that every training is important and you should always have goal for each session. No matter how small or big, walking away with a sense of accomplishment after each session helps keep the motivation high! November. Quote "What doesn't challenge you, doesn't change you"... Question "What is your goal/s for this training session?" These will be a fixture of the Whiteboard at the back of the gym to help remind to always train with purpose and remember that gymnastics is one of the hardest sports in the world so when things get tough, you have two choices, keep going or keep going :)

22.01.2022 Message from the Principle Dear Parents and Gymnasts, ... We have received guidance from Gymnastics Queensland in regards to the current covid restrictions of wearing face masks:- Gymnasts aged 12 years and over do not need to wear their face masks when they are taking part in a class as they are doing what could be considered strenuous exercise. Gymnasts over 12 years must wear their mask when they come into the gym and put it on when class has been dismissed and before they leave the gym. Our staff, when taking a class, will have a mask on and will pull it down when they are speaking to the gymnasts. Like the gymnasts they are also required to wear the mask on entry and exit to the gym and when not in the training area. All other persons (parents/caretakers/siblings & friends aged 12 years and over) must wear a mask if entering the gym. Don’t forget to check in with the QR code and check out on departure. Let’s all pray that the restrictions lift at 1am on Friday January 22nd Louise

21.01.2022 Tonight this awesome group of coaches got together outside the gym to have a few drinks, dinner and to just enjoy each other’s company. It has been a long process to get through this Covid period and I’m extremely proud how everyone has played their part in making sure Lawnton comes back stronger and more together than ever.

21.01.2022 Mia has been working super hard to get her backsault on high beam after sustaining an injury doing this very skill. Perseverance and determination has paid off - the face says it all! Mia is a level 8 gymnast in our Senior Team Diamond and trains 16hrs per week.

21.01.2022 Again to one of our youngest Team gymnast Ashton showing off his Ring swings with great amplitude and shaping. Ashton is training towards level 3 in Team Orange under coach Mitch Harrys

20.01.2022 Today was the Metro State Squad for our level 3-6 boys. It was a action packed session and while learning from some of the best coaches in Queensland, the boys put in a fantastic effort. For some of our younger gymnasts this was their first State Squad which was awesome to watch. Well done boys and the time really starts to prepare for our first comp do the year!!

20.01.2022 Annie from Team Purple has been working on her dismount upgrade on beam. Annie is one of our level 6 gymnasts training 16 hours per week. Keep up the hard work Annie!

20.01.2022 Some of our WAG Senior Gymnasts attended the Senior State Squad clinic over the weekend with Coach Tegan. The girls were fortunate enough to be exposed to new skills and drills and had the opportunity to gain knowledge from Qld high performance coaches.

20.01.2022 Deon from Team White showing his Level 3 bonus routine on Parallel. With 8 weeks until our first competition for the year I’m excited to see what he can show!! Excellent work Deon

19.01.2022 Chloe from Team Yellow has been working hard to upgrade her floor tumbles! Chloe trains 4hrs per week and is working towards her 4a badge.

19.01.2022 Message from Principal Louise, WAG Head Coach Tegan and MAG Head Coach Mike: Dear Parents and Gymnasts of WAG Teams Diamond, Purple, Violet (including Zoe Watts) & MAG Teams Gold, Silver and Blue, We are currently working together to organise a make-up class schedule for all the Teams that are missing training due to the COVID lockdown today Saturday January 9th and Monday January 11th.... Depending on whether the restrictions are lifted on Monday January 11th at 6pm, we would like to conduct a training session on this day for the Teams/gymnasts listed above that normally train on Monday's. This make-up session will be from 6:30-8:30pm (11/1). If restrictions are not lifted this session will not go ahead. We will forward the completed make-up schedule next week once we know if lockdown is lifting. Please help us by sharing this information with your team friends. In regards to the Monday 4:30-6:30 Gym Skills class with Coach Rebecca, make-up sessions were emailed yesterday. Thank you to the parents who have got back to us but there are still a few more parents in the class that need to check their emails and respond by email to the gym promptly. Thank you all for your continuing support of our program and we look forward to a speedy return back to normal. Enjoy the break with your family and stay COVID safe.

19.01.2022 Here’s Bronte one of our level 5 gymnasts from Team Magenta. Bronte trains 10hrs per week and has been making great improvements on her high bar routine! Keep up the great work Bronte!

17.01.2022 Next gymnast up is Ewan Jordaan from Team Blue and was The Star Achiever for August. Ewan has just turned 11 and will be competing Level 7/13 in 2021. Here is first a level 7 bonus tumble on Floor. Fantastic work Ewan!

15.01.2022 Payten is one of our level 3 gymnasts from Team Lime who trains 6 hours per week. Payten is making great progress towards level 4 skills- this handspring rebound is looking great!

13.01.2022 URGENT Important message from the Principal Due to the lock down occurring from 6pm today Friday January 8th to Monday 6pm January 11th the following arrangements and cancellations to classes will apply:- Friday January 8th... Team Aqua Coach Morgan training as per usual 3.30 to 5.30pm Team Emerald Coach Katie training 2.30 to 5.30pm Team Magenta - Coach Morgan/Tegan - training 2:30 to 5:30pm Team Blue Coach Michael training 3.30 to 5.30pm Team Gold Coach Jones/Michael training 1.30 to 5.30pm Team Indigo Coach Rebecca 2.30 to 5.30 pm Team Yellow Coach Caitlin 3.30 to 5.30 pm Saturday January 9th & Monday January 11th ALL CLASSES CANCELLED. It’s our turn now to experience what millions of others have been living through. Stay safe and keep a positive mindset for the sake of the children. Take care, Louise

13.01.2022 Jaeger Bolton from Team Blue performing his High Bar level 5 bonus routine in loops. Jaeger is 11 and has come an awfully long way on high bar and needless to say is ready to put this in guards and add his flyaway! Awesome work Jaeger!!

12.01.2022 Charlotte, Kyah and Addison from Team Emerald have been working hard on their tumbling on floor. They are working to compete level 3 and have been upgrading their floor skills whilst learning routines. Well done girls!

11.01.2022 Matthew Hursey from Team Red showing his first tumble run from his level 4 Routine. Matthew trains 12 hours a week under coach Tristan. Keep up the great work!

10.01.2022 A little video of coach and gymnast Mitch Harry’s doing some of his newly acquired skills. Mitch has been doing an excellent job learning some difficult skills with the goal of competing them in December. Mitch currently trains 16hrs per week in Team Gold

09.01.2022 Bridget from Team Indigo working very hard on her frontsault technique. I’m sure we will see these on the floor in no time! Bridget is one of our level 3 gymnasts who trains 6hrs per week.

08.01.2022 Message from the Principal Happy New Year to our Tiny Twisters, Girls Gym Fun and Gym Skills Program and Boys Gym Skills Program parents, gymnasts and families! I do hope you have all had an enjoyable festive season.... Classes resume for our once-a-week programs on Monday January 11th for the last 2 weeks of Term 6. Same times as 2020 for these 2 weeks unless otherwise notified. VERY IMPORTANT CHANGE TO OUR COVID PROCEDURES A few days before Christmas I received an email from the Qld Government advising that all indoor sporting clubs can no longer use paper covid tracing sheets and all persons including the gymnasts entering indoor sporting facilities from December 24th 2020 need to log in via a QR code. You will notice when you enter the gym next week that several laminated QR codes have been attached to the lattice area and also the blackboard at the front of the building along with a set of instructions. Please read the attached instructions prior to your coming back to the gym next week and ensure that you/your child or anyone entering the facility checks in and also checks out with the QR code every time you come to gym. New class times for Term 1 2021 commencing Monday January 25th are planned to be forwarded on Monday January 18th. Look forward to seeing all the lovely faces back in the gym next week. Principal Louise

06.01.2022 Wednesday and Thursday saw Ewan, Lachlan, Padaric and Stuart participate in the Team Future Clinic at Chandler. This clinic was selection based for level 5 under, 6 Under and 7 Under. It was a fantastic learning experience for all the boys and myself! Each session ran for 3.5hrs with two of the high performances coaches. New techniques, skills and drills were learnt while honing in on the fundamentals of what makes an elite gymnast. I was extremely proud of their efforts and the way they gave everything a go and I dare say have a new found determination to excel in this awesome sport.

06.01.2022 Here’s a little Ring swing progression video we have put together. Starting with the right basics leads to the bigger skills being much easier to learn. Some of these elements are new to the boys and some have improved immensely on their skill! Gymnasts Level 3 - Jens Von Ow Level 5 - Will Milady... Level 6 - Padaric Bell Level 7 - Toby Armstrong Level 10 - Mitchell Harding Level Old - Coach Mike See more

04.01.2022 Malachi White is one of our level 2 gymnasts In Team Orange. Malachi is preparing for his first competition outside of the club at the GQ Extravaganza. He currently trains 4 hours a week under coach Mitch Harry’s and as you can see is doing a great job perfecting his routines. Well done Malachi!

03.01.2022 Banx Neilson from Team Green performing his drop kip to straddle and Parallel Bars. This is the Bonus skill for Level 3 and as you can see has put in the work to make it look effortless. Great work Banx!

02.01.2022 ATTENTION ALL PARENTS OF ALL ACADEMY PROGRAMS AN IMPORTANT MESSAGE FROM THE PRINCIPAL I trust you are all aware of the lockdown restrictions being lifted at 6pm tonight along with some new requirements being in place for the next 10 days.... All Classes after 6pm tonight will be resuming this week at the Academy at the same times as 2020 unless otherwise notified. The following teams will be starting back tonight for a 6.30 8.30pm training session:- MAG Team Gold, Silver and Blue & WAG Teams Diamond, Purple & Violet (plus Zoe Watts). Below is current information we have from GQ who are seeking clarification regarding use of face masks and are hoping to get back to clubs on this matter by 5pm today:- You must carry a face mask with you at all times when you leave home, unless you have a lawful reason not to. You must wear a mask in indoor spaces, except in your home. [This includes] indoor recreational facilities and gyms. Children under 12 years are and people affected by a medical condition or disability are exempt [from wearing a face mask]. All businesses may now have: one person per 4 square metres on their premises indoors [or] one person per 2 square metres outdoors. With this being the only information available at this time, Gymnastics Queensland is seeking further clarification on if gymnastics clubs fall within the indoor recreational facilities category and if the 4m2 and facemask rules apply ‘on the field of play’. Another point we are seeking clarity on is the following statement and if this related to indoor exercise, which appeared in a Facebook post by Queensland Health: You don’t need to wear a mask in private vehicles, while outdoors at a safe distance from other people or if you’re doing strenuous exercise. We ask that all staff and athletes aged 12 years and older entering the facility via the lattice area, and in the gym area’s off the field of play i.e. kitchen, reception, toilets wear facemasks as directed above. We ask that other persons only enter the premises if absolutely necessary. (e.g. use of toilet, Tiny Twister). Please maintain social distancing on the premises at all times. The coaches will determine what activities can be safely performed with the use of mask (for those aged 12 years and older) and masks will be removed for any activity regarded as strenuous or dangerous to be done wearing a mask. Workplace Health and Safety must always come first. The coaches will also ensure that the gymnasts maintain social distancing during the training sessions as far as is practical. We have no issue with the size of our training area and the 4m square rule. Please don’t forget that all persons entering the facility must use the QR code to check in, including the gymnasts, and also check out on the QR code when you leave. I will get back to you if I receive any further clarification from GQ later today or tomorrow. Thank you for your continuing support.