At South Durham Gymnastics, we aim to be as inclusive as possible. Children of all abilities are welcomed to join our sessions, and we will strive to make any necessary reasonable adjustments.
Anyone presenting with a medical condition is advised to seek medical advice prior to participating in gymnastics. These conditions include:
- Pregnancy
- Detached Retina
- Down’s Syndrome or Confirmed Atlanto Axial Instability (AAI)
- Rodded Back
- Brittle Bones
Please be aware that this is not an exhaustive list, and there may be other medical conditions that could contraindicate participation. Medical advice is recommended if there is uncertainty regarding safe participation in gymnastics.
Participants with Down’s Syndrome
Any participant with Down’s Syndrome MUST complete Atlanto Axial Instability (AAI) screening before participating in ANY gymnastics.
For further information, please email gym@southdurhamgym.co.uk. A member of our team will be happy to discuss your needs and guide you through the next steps for joining our sessions.
Participants with Dwarfism
It is recommended that coaches and participants with dwarfism are aware of the risks associated with gymnastics participation. Additionally, individuals with dwarfism should avoid activities that involve high impact.