
Our Values & Policies
Developing Potential.
Inspiring Excellence.
At Lasswade Gymnastics Club, our values shape the way we coach, support and work together. They guide how we create a positive, inclusive and respectful environment where every gymnast can develop their potential and enjoy their gymnastics journey.
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Our policies and procedures help us maintain high standards of safeguarding, wellbeing, equality and good practice across the club.​
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Our Mission
​To become a high-performing gymnastics club committed to excellence, creating a positive, safe and inclusive environment where every gymnast can develop their potential and achieve their goals in sport and in life.​
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We will achieve this by:
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Delivering high-quality coaching that supports every gymnast to learn, progress and achieve their personal best.
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Providing a safe, supportive and inclusive environment where gymnasts are encouraged to develop confidence, resilience and passion.
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Developing gymnasts as individuals, helping them build skills and values that extend beyond the gym.
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Our VISION
To be a leading gymnastics club in Scotland, recognised for excellence in coaching, athlete development and opportunities for all. We aim to nurture not only gymnastics ability, but also the personal growth, confidence and resilience of every gymnast within a supportive club community.
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We will achieve this by:
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Providing opportunities for every gymnast to learn, progress and succeed at their own level.
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Creating a positive club environment that encourages confidence, resilience, teamwork and a lifelong passion for gymnastics.
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Developing a strong coaching and athlete development programme that supports gymnasts to reach their potential.
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Building a club community recognised for excellence, inclusion and the development of both people and gymnasts.
Developing Potential. Inspiring Excellence.
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We believe excellence looks different for every gymnast. For some, it may be learning their first handstand; for others, representing the club at a national competition. Whatever their goals, we aim to provide the support, challenge and encouragement needed to help each gymnast develop their potential.
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Developing Potential is about recognising where each gymnast is today and helping them progress from there.
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Inspiring Excellence is about encouraging every member of our club to take pride in their effort, attitude and achievements.​​
Our policies help us provide a safe, respectful and supportive environment for everyone involved in Lasswade Gymnastics Club. You can find further information about our key policies and procedures below.
Safeguarding & Child WELLBEING & PROTECTION
The safety, wellbeing and protection of every child is our priority. Find out more about our safeguarding policies and procedures below.
Codes of Conduct & complaints
Setting clear expectations for gymnasts, parents, coaches, officials and volunteers.
health & safety
Our approach to maintaining a safe environment for training, competition and club activities.
Equality & inclusion
Promoting fairness, respect and equal opportunities for everyone involved in our club.
privacy & data protection
Information about how we collect, use and protect personal information.
oUR vALUES IN pRACTICE
For Gymnasts
We encourage gymnasts to challenge themselves, respect others, take responsibility for their development and celebrate progress.
For Coaches & Volunteers
We expect our team to provide safe, positive and supportive coaching while putting the wellbeing and development of gymnasts first.
For Parents & Families
We ask families to support their gymnast positively, respect coaches and officials, and work with the club to create the best possible environment for everyone.
