Hello Member Club Leaders,
I hope you have all had a wonderful first month into your fall sessions. It's hard to believe we are already into October! Before I dive into the details of our upcoming events planning and bidding opportunities, I would like to remind you about the Annual GymBC Awards and Scholarships Event and 2023 Annual General Meeting, taking place next Saturday and Sunday, October 14 and 15, at the Element Vancouver Metrotown Hotel. Click here to view the event details and reserve your tickets. The deadline to reserve tickets for Awards and Scholarships Night is tomorrow, Wednesday October 4 at 11:59 p.m. The deadline to register and declare your delegate voting status for the AGM, is next Monday October 9 at 11:59 p.m.
We have some exciting updates and opportunities to share with you regarding Gymnastics BC's future sanctioned events, BC Gymnaestrada, Gymnastics BC Championships, and GymBC Xcel Challenge.
2024-2025 Sanction Events Planning:
We are delighted to present the updated procedures for the Sanctioned Event process for the upcoming 2024-2025 season. We have implemented a three-round bidding process that will govern the submission and allocation of events sanctioned by Gymnastics BC. This structured approach aligns with our commitment to creating an efficient and effective event's calendar that benefits everyone. By enabling clubs to express their preferred event dates early, this framework facilitates informed decision-making and strategic planning. Click here for the 2024-2025 Gymnastics BC Sanctioned Events Information Package.
Bidding Rounds Structure:
In line with our commitment to optimizing operational efficiency and resource allocation, Gymnastics BC introduces a three-round bidding process for clubs seeking event sanctions for the 2024-2025 season. This structured approach aims to streamline the event calendar creation process and empower clubs with timely scheduling information.
Bidding Rounds Schedule:
The bidding rounds for the 2024-2025 season will occur as follows:
- Round 1: December 1, 2023 – February 15, 2024
Draft 1 of the 2024-2025 Events Calendar Released: March 1, 2024 - Round 2:March 1, 2024 – April 19, 2024
Draft 2 of the 2024-2025 Events Calendar Released: May 1, 2024 - Round 3: May 1, 2024 – May 31, 2024
Finalized 2024-2025 Events Calendar Released: June 10, 2024
Gymnastics BC Championships & GymBC Xcel Challenge Bidding:
We are excited to announce that we are now accepting bids for the 2026 and 2027 WAG Optional, MAG, and TG Gymnastics BC Championships, Compulsory Gymnastics BC Championships, and the GymBC Xcel Challenge. The deadline for submitting bids is December 15, 2023. Click here to view the bidding requirements and application form.
BC Gymnaestrada Bidding:
We are equally thrilled to accept bids for the 2025 and 2026 BC Gymnaestrada. The deadline for Gymnaestrada bidding is also December 15, 2023. Click here to view the application form.
We appreciate your ongoing support and involvement in Gymnastics BC. As always, if you have any questions or need further assistance regarding any of the mentioned events or opportunities, please do not hesitate to reach out!
Thank you for being a vital part of our gymnastics community, and we look forward to your participation in these exciting events!
